Thursday, March 31, 2011

Tucson: Inherit the Wind, presented by Studio Connections

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From: info@studioconnections.net [mailto:info@studioconnections.net]
Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2011 10:19 AM
Subject: Press Release: Inherit the Wind, presented by Studio Connections

The daVinci Players of Studio Connections present:

Inherit the Wind,
by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee

at St. Francis Theatre
on April 29 through May 15, 2011.

Directed by Robert Encila, the play features a
strong ensemble headed by Doug Mitchell as Henry Drummond and Jerry
Wozniak as Matthew Harrison Brady.

Inherit the Wind is the play that has its genesis in the events of the
famous Scopes Trial. One of the most outstanding dramas of our time,
it draws the portrait of an explosive episode  in American culture and
remains as fresh and relevant as ever.

"A masterpiece. This is the test: to see the play once, twice, three
times. And each time to leave the theatre as deeply moved, as
enlightened, as lifted up, as magnificently entertained. And as
convinced that is it one of the truly great American dramas of this
century." Scripps-Howard.

Performance dates are as follows:

April 29, 30, May 6, 7, 13, 14 at 7:30 PM

May 1, 8, 15 at 2:00 PM

Tickets are $20 premium (first row) $18 general, $15 seniors,
students, and military.
To reserve tickets, visit studioconnections.net or call 1-800-838-3006.

 
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Tucson: Have you ever worked at Invisible Theatre?

 

From: CATHY JOHNSON [mailto:cathyj@flash.net]
Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2011 10:55 AM
Subject: Have you ever worked at Invisible Theatre?!

 

HAVE YOU EVER ACTED, DIRECTED, DESIGNED A SHOW

OR DONE TECH AT INVISIBLE THEATRE??

 

If so, we have a special offer for YOU!!

 

Invisible Theatre

presents

PAINTING THE TOWN RED

A Retro-Spectacular Cabaret

Celebrating 40 Years of Greatness!

 

Saturday, April 9, 2011 at 8:00 PM

or

Sunday, April 10, 2011 at 3:00 PM

 

Special price for YOU only!!! - $20

(Regular ticket price is $42)

 

Berger Performing Arts Center

1200 West Speedway

On the campus of the AZ School for the Deaf and Blind

 

Just call our box office at 882-9721

and let us know when you worked at the IT.

Tickets are subject to availability

                                                               

The Invisible Theatre continues its landmark 40th anniversary season with "Painting the Town Red", our Ruby Anniversary Star-Studded Retro-Spectacular Cabaret hosted by "Mols" (Molly McKasson) and "Suz" (Susan Claassen)! Highlights of Invisible Theatre's 40 years will come to life as we pay tribute to our stellar history.  Some of our favorite musical and theatrical "Guest Artists" including Golden-Globe winner Amanda McBroom, Tony Award winner Ken Page, Tony nominated Ann Hampton Callaway and Obie Award winner Kathleen Chalfant will join Musical Director Lisa Otey and our extended Tucson familyMary Baker, Nancy Davis Booth, Betsy Kruse Craig, Jeffrey Haskell, Carrie Hill,  Liz McMahon, Jack Neubeck, Stuart "Carol Channing" Moulton, Robert Shaw aka "Elvis", The Pastime Players and so much more! 

 

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Tucson: Broadway in Tucson 2011/2012 Season

 

From: Mario Di Vetta [mailto:mdivetta@broadwayintucson.com]
Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2011 8:50 AM
Subject: Broadway in Tucson 2011/2012 Season

 

I am pleased to announce the Broadway in Tucson 2011/2012 season featuring 5 more of Broadway’s best! 

 

2011/2012 Season:
WEST SIDE STORY         Sept. 20-25, 2011
SHREK THE MUSICAL     Oct. 18-23, 2011
ROCK OF AGES              Mar. 13-18, 2012
IN THE HEIGHTS           Apr. 24-29, 2012
MARY POPPINS              May 15-20, 2012
 

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Press Contact:

Mario M. Di Vetta

mdivetta@broadwayintucson.com

Office: (520) 903-2929, ext. 6

Mobile: (520) 237-4834

 

BROADWAY IN TUCSON ANNOUNCES

THE 2011/2012 SEASON

 

Broadway in Tucson/A Nederlander Presentation proudly announces the 2011/2012 Season, its eighth season of presenting Broadway’s best shows and live entertainment in Tucson. This season is going to be SUPER!


The season begins in September with the Arizona premiere of WEST SIDE STORY, one of the greatest love stories of all time complete with a classic Broadway score and orchestra.  Believe all “OGRE” again, when the Dreamworks
® smash movie turned smash musical SHREK, enchants Tucson families in October. Also making its Arizona premiere in March is ROCK OF AGES featuring the greatest songs of the ‘80s from Journey, REO Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Bon Jovi and more. In April, the Tony Award®-winning musical about a family of hard-working immigrants makes its Tucson debut.  IN THE HEIGHTS features an exciting and contemporary score that ranges from pop and rap to hip hop and salsa. Practically perfect in every way, the season closes with the hit Disney Broadway musical MARY POPPINS!

 

Season ticket packages are on sale now and range in price from $66-$355.   Package prices differ depending on the number of shows, day of week and seating section selected.  Season ticket holders save off regular ticket prices, get priority seating and can exchange their tickets in the event of a scheduling conflict.  New this year, patrons can select the opening night Tuesday performance series for the best savings. Called the “Super-Saver Tuesday” deal, patrons can save up to 50% off regular ticket prices. Ordering online is the fastest way to reserve season tickets—log on to www.broadwayintucson.com for information on the packages available.  You may also order by calling 1-866-821-2929 (Monday-Friday, 10:30am-5:30pm).  

 

Students get special discounts on seating in sections C & D for all performances.  New this year, the Sunday evening performances will feature open-captioning with reserved seating.  Also, an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreted season ticket package (for five matinee performances) is available for patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing, with seating in the reserved ASL section.

 

Tickets are only available in season ticket packages at this time. Individual tickets WEST SIDE STORY and SHREK will go on sale in August and the remainder of the season will go on sale in the fall.

 

Ticket buyers purchasing 10 or more tickets are eligible for savings up to 20% off the regular adult ticket price by reserving their group seats in advance.  For more information on group sales, please contact Broadway in Tucson Group Sales at (520) 903-2929, ext. 4 or email groups@broadwayintucson.com.

 

Stay tuned to www.broadwayintucson.com for the latest news as it becomes available!  Also, be sure to follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BroadwayInTucson and on Twitter @BWAYinTucson.

 

The 2011/2012 Season:

 

WEST SIDE STORY

September 20-25, 2011

Tucson Music Hall

 

More than fifty years ago one musical changed theater forever. Now it's back, and mesmerizing audiences once again. From the first note to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY soars as the greatest love story of all time. Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents’ Broadway direction is recreated for the tour by David Saint, the Associate Director on Broadway. WEST SIDE STORY remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever. The Bernstein and Sondheim score is considered to be one of Broadway's finest and features such classics of the American musical theatre as "Something's Coming," "Tonight," "America," "I Feel Pretty" and "Somewhere." Mature themes.

 

 

SHREK THE MUSICAL

October 18-23, 2011

Tucson Music Hall

 

SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre – not a handsome prince – shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won’t shut up, a villain with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek. Featuring a terrific score of 19 all-new songs, big laughs, great dancing and breathtaking scenery, WWOR-TV proclaims SHREK THE MUSICAL, “FAR, FAR AND AWAY THE FUNNIEST NEW MUSICAL ON BROADWAY!”

 

 

ROCK OF AGES

March 13-18, 2012

Tucson Music Hall

 

It’s five-time, Tony Award® nominated smash-hit musical ROCK OF AGES, a hilarious, feel-good love story.  In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker and in LA’s most famous rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the ‘80s. ROCK OF AGES, an arena-rock love story told through the mind blowing, face-melting hits of JOURNEY, NIGHT RANGER, STYX, REO SPEEDWAGON, PAT BENATAR, TWISTED SISTER, POISON, ASIA, WHITESNAKE and many more. The New York Times, calls is “Impossible to resist.” Don’t miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on!

 

 

IN THE HEIGHTS

April 24-29, 2012
Tucson Music Hall

 

This 2008 Tony Award-winning Best Musical is a moving, funny, and uplifting new show about a community of hard-working immigrants seeking a better life and trying to find their place – their home – in their new country. With a remarkable young cast, thrilling Tony® Award-winning dancing and a dynamic Tony® Award-winning score, IN THE HEIGHTS is an exhilarating journey into a vibrant Manhattan community – a place where the coffee is light and sweet, the windows are always open, and the breeze carries the rhythm of three generations of music. Experience the next chapter of the classic American story at the most joyous and exciting musical on Broadway.

 

MARY POPPINS

May 15-20, 2012

Tucson Music Hall

 

MARY POPPINS is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has Variety raving, “This is the rare touring production that over-delivers on every level!” Featuring the irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most popular Disney films of all time, plus brand-new breathtaking dance numbers and spectacular stage-craft, MARY POPPINS is everything you could ever want in a hit Broadway show!  So get swept up in the fun of this high-flying musical the New York Post gives 4 out of 4 stars and calls “a perfect piece of musical theater.”

 

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Tucson: The Hamlet Project and Shakespeare in the Park(ing Lot)

 

From: Beth Dell [mailto:theatre@beowulfalley.org]
Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 11:38 PM
Subject: Press Release: Hamlet Project

 

The Hamlet Project and Shakespeare in the Park(ing Lot)

Beowulf Alley Theatre

 

(Tucson, AZ) Beowulf Alley Theatre announces The Hamlet Project and Shakespeare in the Park(ing Lot). We are looking for Tucson's best young actors to audition for the roles of Hamlet and Ophelia. Winners will receive a cash prize and lead roles of the play in both a live performance and a digital media presence, as well as free participation in The Hamlet Project workshops.

 

The Hamlet Project Workshop will take actors through an intensive course of Shakespeare's work, language, history and performance. It is an acting workshop with the specific text of Shakespeare's play that will culminate in mid-summer performances and digital media internet events. Actors will learn stage technique as well as film acting. Each actor will perform live in front of an audience, whether in Hamlet, or in two supporting productions of Shakespeare in the Park(ing Lot) and Clown Romeo and Juliet. 

 

Actors may audition for the Project through video post or individual audition at the theatre on Saturday April 2nd from 10am to 2pm. The workshop space is limited. 

 

WHEN: The Hamlet Project Workshops will begin in May with performances in June.

 

WHERE: Beowulf Alley Theatre, 11 S 6th Avenue in Downtown Tucson.

 

COST: Workshop cost is $99. Some scholarships are available. No actor should be deterred by the workshop cost. We will make every reasonable attempt to include serious students. 

 

WHO: Actors between the ages of 17 and 22.

 

Michael Fenlason will conduct the workshops. Michael is a director, actor, playwright, acting teacher, content creator, filmmaker and composer who has studied and taught acting in London, Phoenix and San Francisco. He has directed at Raw Space in New York City and The Vanbrugh Theatre in London.

 

INFORMATION: Interested parties may also contact Michael directly at michaelfenlason@aol.com. Please use the subject line: The Hamlet Project. 

 

 

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Tucson: Beowulf Alley Theatre 2011-2012 Season Auditions

 

From: Beth Dell [mailto:theatre@beowulfalley.org]
Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 11:25 PM
Subject: Press Release: 2011-2012 Season Auditions

 

For Immediate Release

 

2011-2012 Season Auditions

Beowulf Alley Theatre

                                                                

(Tucson, AZ) Beowulf Alley Theatre, at 11 South 6th Avenue, 85701, will hold its 2011-2012 general auditions on Saturday, April 16, at the Theatre. Auditions will be held for our Main Stage productions as well as our other programs.

 

The main stage plays being cast are:

 

Rough Crossing by Tom Stoppard, directed by Dave Sewell

Lear by William Shakespeare, adapted and directed by Michael Fenlason

We Won’t Pay! We Won’t Pay! by Dario Fo, adapted by Ron Jenkins, directed by Susan Arnold

Radium Girls by D.W. Gregory, directed by Sheldon Metz

Sins of the Mother by Israel Horowitz, directed by Vince Flynn

 

A special, world premiere, holiday play will also be produced:

 

A Cactus Christmas by John Vornholt

 

Other programs seeking participants for their activities throughout the year are:

 

Late Night Theatre

Out to Lunch Theatre

Old Time Radio Theatre

Active Imagination Theatre

Readers Theatre and

Page on the Stage

 

To request an audition time and for information regarding each play, the characters, rehearsal tech and performance dates, special requirements, please refer to our website, http://www.beowulfalley.org/html/audition_sign-up_form.html.

 

 

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Tucson: Jonathan Northover and Friends Benefit Performance at Beowulf Alley Theatre

 

From: Beth Dell [mailto:theatre@beowulfalley.org]
Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 11:23 PM
Subject: Press Release: April 10 Northover Concert

 

Jonathan Northover and Friends –

With Ross Buchan and Saumya Jain

An Evening Of Original Rock, Pop and Folk Music From Across The Pond

In a Shared Benefit Performance at Beowulf Alley Theatre


(Tucson, AZ)  Beowulf Alley Theatre announces a benefit musical concert by Jonathan Northover and Friends on April 10, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. Jonathan has been writing, recording and playing his music for about eight years, and has been fortunate to play and record with a number of talented musicians in both his native London and since arriving in Arizona.  His background is in writing and arranging, playing guitar and singing, and occasionally playing bass guitar.  He will be presenting a range of his original rock and pop songs during the evening, and indulging in his passion for making each song sound unique.  Hear a preview or two at www.myspace.com/lordthan.
 
Ross Buchan is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist hailing from Aberdeen, Scotland.  Over the years, he has taught cello and bass guitar, played in orchestras and Scottish folk groups, but has also had a longstanding passion for alternative and acoustic rock music.  Having formed the rock band, Undertow in Aberdeen, whose debut album “Gallimimus Terminus” achieved considerable local acclaim, he has since released two solo albums, “Perspective” and the recently completed “Elusive Truths,” available at online retailers.  To hear Ross’ music, check out http://www.reverbnation.com/rossbuchan.

 

Tickets are $12 when purchased by the day before either by phone (520) 882-0555 or online at www.beowulfalley.org and $15 at the door.

 

Proceeds of this concert will be donated to the Red Cross to support relief efforts in Japan and Beowulf Alley Theatre to support the non-profit’s operational costs.

 

 

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Tucson: Audition Technique Course at The Studio for Actors

 

From: The Studio for Actors [mailto:acting-courses@the-studio-for-actors.com]
Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 5:52 PM
Subject: Announcement: Audition Technique Course at The Studio for Actors

 

 

Audition Technique I

Script Breakdown

This is the foundation course for learning the important building blocks to great performance.  You’ll learn how to break down the script, how to analyze the character, how to play him/her, and most importantly how to mark the script in order to give a really great audition.  Throughout the course, you’ll have two or three auditions, and you’ll be given lots of information and insightful advice about how to handle the important few minutes before each audition.  This course is not just about auditioning - it’s also a great acting class.

6 consecutive Monday nights
6:30pm-8:30pm
Start on any Monday (but you must call first to sign up).
$50 per week

Call Anna Risley at (520) 881-2363 for more information or to sign up.

Don't worry if you have to miss one or even two classes during the series of six - we can easily book a make-up session outside of the evening class - The make-up would be a private session scheduled Monday through Saturday at 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, or 1:30 for $55.  Or you can take the entire course in private sessions at $55 per 1-hour session or $80 per 1½-hour session.

Also being offered:
Comedy Improv
Radio/TV Voiceover Seminar

Each of these classes is taught by Anna Risley at her Studio (The Studio for Actors), located on 6th Street, just off 4th Avenue.  Anna has 30 years of experience in film, television, voiceover, and stage acting.  To check out her resume, please visit http://www.the-studio-for-actors.com , or call her at (520) 881-2363 to sign up.

 

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Tucson: Immediate Crew Call, short horror/thriller

Note earlier Casting Call  http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/2011/01/tucson-feature-film-audition-forge.html for Amant Pied.

Shoot film April 1st (Tucson AZ)


Date: 2011-03-30, 3:13PM MST
Reply to: gigs-zbugu-2296029995@craigslist.org 
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Amant Pied is a short film shooting here in Tucson 
Directors/Producers John Shay, Shanna Brock 
Producer Jeremy Womac 
We are in need of a few last minute crew positions due to some unforeseen circumstances. 
We are looking for 
Sound Mixer (equipment provided) 
Boom Op 
Grip 
PA 
The days you will be needed are Friday April 1st, Monday April 4th, and Wednesday April 6th. 
There is no pay but you will be well fed and given credit. 
Please contact Jeremy ASAP if interested. 
Thanks! 

·         Location: Tucson AZ

·         it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

·         Compensation: no pay

 

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Tucson: PUPPET MUZIK SHOW @ 4th AVE SREET FAIR

PUPPET SHOW 4th AVE S FAIR (little bird nesting co.)


Date: 2011-03-30, 11:36PM MST
Reply to: richloustaunau@yahoo.com 
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PUPPET MUZIK voted Tucson Weekly’s Best of Tucson 201O family performers plays THIS SAT APRIL 2nd inside little bird nesting Company a half block from fair 426 E 7th at 130 and 330 PM. The show is free and for all ages. Please come. 

·         Location: little bird nesting co.

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Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Tucson: Master Class with Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker Scott Hamilton Kennedy

 

From: jjgiddings77@yahoo.com
Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 3:53 PM
Subject: [IFASA] Master Class with Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker Scott Hamilton Kennedy

 

A MASTER CLASS WITH OSCAR-NOMINATED FILMMAKER SCOTT HAMILTON KENNEDY
Saturday, April 23rd at 10:00 a.m.
THE LOFT CINEMA
Admission: $50.00 general public;
$40.00 Loft members and IFASA members
This class will run from 10:00 a.m. to approximately 1:00 p.m.

Don't miss your chance to enroll in this unique filmmaking master class taught by Academy Award-nominated director SCOTT HAMILTON KENNEDY (2009 "Best Documentary Feature" Oscar-nominee for The Garden).
Learn everything you've ever wanted to know about independent documentary production from this acclaimed filmmaker in a special 3 hour class guaranteed to educate, illuminate and motivate!
Enrollment is limited, so get your ticket now!

The master class taught by Academy Award nominated and internationally acclaimed filmmaker SCOTT HAMILTON KENNEDY (The Garden, OT: Our Town) will cover the process of independent documentary production from start to finish. Appropriate for anyone from film students to amateur filmmakers, or simply for anyone that has a curiosity in how documentaries get made, the course will touch upon the must-have qualities for a successful documentary, including conflict, theme, and characters. Mr. Kennedy will discuss the steps involved in taking an original idea and making it into a successful documentary, including script, funding, pitching ideas, shooting/collecting elements necessary for the film, post production, and distribution. This course is a practical how to, as well as an illuminating look at Mr. Kennedy's own experiences in conceiving, funding, creating, and selling his own two award winning documentaries. With technology that is readily available and relatively cheap, the ability to create a documentary has never been more available to so many people. With Mr. Kennedy's guidance and insight, anyone who believes in their concept will be armed with the knowledge to get started on a project of their own. This course is a unique, exciting opportunity not to be missed!

To buy tickets visit http://www.loftcinema.com/node/2246

 

 

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Tucson: Casting call for independent crime drama

Looking for actors in no budget film


Date: 2011-03-04, 1:20PM MST
Reply to: Urlevich@yahoo.com


 

Casting call for independent crime drama to be released on DVD. 


Actors must be in their early to late twenties. Must be capable of performing mild stunts and working under a tight filming schedule. 

Jesse - A young, impatient, and scheming individual who intends on stealing money during a drug deal and betray his best friend. 

Billy - Has a gentler nature in comparison to Jesse. Easygoing, intelligent and strong willed. Has a bit of disdain for society in general but knows what he wants out of life.. 

·         it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

·         Compensation: no pay

 

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Tucson: Radio/TV Voiceover Seminar at The Studio for Actors

 

From: The Studio for Actors [mailto:acting-courses@the-studio-for-actors.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 6:48 PM
Subject: Announcement: Radio/TV Voiceover Seminar at The Studio for Actors

 

 

Radio/TV Voiceover Seminar

There is a lot of voice work here in Arizona, and if you're interested in how to get it and how this end of the business works - then this is the seminar for you.  We'll work with scripts and you'll receive a great deal of personal attention.

Choose from one of the following dates:

Thursday April 7, 2011, 6:30pm-8:00pm
 - OR -
Saturday, April 9, 2011, 12:00noon-1:30pm

The cost is $65 per person for the seminar.  Class size is limited to 6.  To attend this seminar, you must sign up by calling Anna Risley at (520) 881-2363. 

Also being offered at The Studio for Actors:
Audition Technique
Comedy Improv

Each of these classes is taught by Anna Risley, B.A. at her Studio (The Studio for Actors), located on 6th Street, just off 4th Avenue.  Anna has 30 years of experience in film, television, voiceover, and stage acting.  To check out her resume, please visit http://www.the-studio-for-actors.com , or call her at (520) 881-2363 to sign up.

 

 

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Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Tucson: Discount on Comedy Improv at The Studio for Actors

 

 

From: The Studio for Actors [mailto:acting-courses@the-studio-for-actors.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 4:13 PM
Subject: Announcement: Discount on Comedy Improv at The Studio for Actors

 

 



The Studio for Actors is offering a "Taste of Improv Class."  Here's how it works.  Just come on one Wednesday night from 6:30-8:00pm for only $30.  This class is normally $40, but for the evenings of April 13th or April 27th, you can attend for $30 for one class only, and see how much you love studying improv at the Studio.  So, if you've always wondered (or if you've never wondered) if you would enjoy comedy improv, this is your chance to check it out.  You must call (520) 881-2363 to sign up.  [Limit one $30 class per person.]



Comedy Improvisation - What a wonderful class to get you to think fast, think on your feet, loosen up your body, and how you move.  In this class, you're also taught dialects.  You don't have to be a "funny person" to do really well in this class, to have a fantastic time, and to learn a great deal.  Comedy improv isn’t half as hard as it looks when you learn it from a former Saturday Night Live cast member.  Anna gives you the keys: formats, dialects, and structure.  Come play, have a ball, and enjoy discovering how funny you can be.  Also, for acting students, studying comedy improv loosens up the body, helps you think fast on your feet, introduces dialects, and sharpens your timing.

4 consecutive Wednesday nights
6:30pm-8:00pm
Start on any Wednesday (but you must call first to sign up).
$40 per week
(If you have to miss one of them, you just pay for it and then take class 5 free.)

To find out more or to sign up, call Anna Risley at (520) 881-2363.

Also being offered:
Audition Technique
Radio/TV Voiceover Seminar

Each of these classes is taught by Anna Risley at her Studio (The Studio for Actors), located on 6th Street, just off 4th Avenue.  Anna has 30 years of experience in film, television, voiceover, and stage acting.   To check out her resume, please visit http://www.the-studio-for-actors.com , or call her at (520) 881-2363 to sign up.

 

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Tucson: PCC Center for the Arts - PCC Music presents Jazz Improv Combos Concert 4/25

From: Carder, Carol [mailto:ccarder@pima.edu]
Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 2:06 PM
Subject: Press release: Pima Community College Center for the Arts - PCC Music presents Jazz Improv Combos Concert 4/25

 

PimaCommunityCollege
Center for the Arts

contact:
Carol Carder, marketing/pr director
2202 W. Anklam Road, Tucson, AZ 85709
520-206-3062
ccarder@pima.edu <mailto:carol.carder@pima.edu>
 
Mike Kuhn, music faculty
520-881-8469
kuhnatnoon@theriver.com
 
March 29, 2011
 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 
Pima Community College Jazz Improv Combos in Concert

what: Pima Community College Jazz Improv Combos Concert
where: PCC Center for the Arts Proscenium Theater, West Campus, 2202 West Anklam Road, Tucson, AZ
when: Monday, April 25, 2011, at 7:30 p.m.
tickets: $6 with discounts available  
information: 520-206-6986, centerforthearts@pima.edu, www.pima.edu/cfa
 
Tucson, Arizona--Pima Community College performing arts department is pleased to present the PCC Jazz Improv Combos in concert, under the direction of Mike Kuhn. The concert features two jazz combo groups, each with a rhythm section, several horns and a vocalist. Each group plays its own set of repertoire, drawing from jazz standards and selections from the Great American Songbook. The program includes “Perdido” by Duke Ellington, “My Little Suede Shoes” by Charlie Parker, “Take the "A" Train” by Billy Strayhorn and “Take Five” by Paul Desmond. The standards “It’s You or No One,” “It Could Happen To You,” “Green Dolphin Street” and “You’d Be So Nice To Come Home To” are also included.
 
The PCC Jazz Improv Combos are formed out of the weekly improvisation class. Besides this performance, several combos perform at a variety of additional venues. Each combo also has the opportunity to cut a demonstration CD recording of several music compositions at a professional recording studio.
 
In addition to instructing jazz ensemble and improvisation classes at PCC, Kuhn plays the jazz saxophone in a variety of venues around the greater Tucson area.
 
The Jazz Improv Combo concert is open to the public. Tickets are available at the Center for the Arts box office, located on West Campus at 2202 West Anklam Road, Tucson, (just west of downtown and I-10 on St. Mary’s Road, which turns into Anklam Road). Box office hours are Tuesday-Friday, noon-5 p.m. and one hour prior to performance. For more information call 520-206-6986, e-mail centerforthearts@pima.edu <mailto:centerforthearts@pima.edu> , or go online at www.pima.edu/cfa <http://www.pima.edu/cfa> .
 

 

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TUCSON WOMEN’S CHORUS SPRING CONCERT

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From: becky wilson [mailto:rebeckwils@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 1:43 PM
Subject: TWC spring concert

TUCSON WOMEN'S CHORUS SPRING CONCERT -- Saturday, May 14, 7:00pm. A cappella
performance of chants, rounds & songs from cultures/traditions around the world,
including from Hawaii, Ghana, traditional Zulu, Persian poetry by Rumi, and
women's sacred circle chants. Artistic Sign Language Interpretation provided by
Han Nguyen. Suggested adult donation: $10 at the door to support TWC & the Pat
Dell Memorial Scholarship Fund. Children welcome. Berger Performing Arts
Center, AZ State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (Tucson campus), 1200 W.
Speedway, West parking lot. Karleena Ravenwood, Founder/Director. Info:
743-0991, <tucsonwomenschorus.org>.


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Tucson: Kids Unlimited summer camps, early-bird special offer

 

From: catrina sneva [mailto:snevac@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 9:16 AM

 

Summer is coming… to KU Studios, Home of Kids Unlimited

 

And summer camp has never been this hot!!

Children of all ages can join us for some serious fun this summer and they might even learn something!!

Sign up before April 15th and we will sweeten the deal even more.... $20 off of any grade, middle or high school camp,
$5 of any preschool camp. Don't miss this chance to save!!

All camps are hosted at KU Studios, Home of Kids Unlimited

501(c)3 Non-Profit Performing Arts Studio

6066 N Oracle Road, Tucson, Arizona 85704

520.293.1225

www.kustars.com


Preschool Camps

Hail to the Princess... Royalty in Training Camp
June 13-17
$75 per princess
She knows she is a princess, and it is time we prep her for the world of royalty. Each princess will learn all about the

Disney princesses while exploring song and dance.

Up, Up and Away... Super Hero in Training Camp
July 25-29
$75 per hero or heroine 
The world is looking for a hero and your little one is ready to answer the call. Bring your cape and mask and learn to

sing and dance tap, jazz and hip hop like a true hero

Grade School Camps

Once Upon a Time… Fairy Tale Camp
May 31st-June 3rd
$175 per character
Each camper will explore the realm of fairy tales with as much imagination as they can muster. All of our characters

will be singing and acting. 

Calling all Princesses... Pageant Camp
July 5-8th
$175 per princess
Tiara dreams start here with our genuine princesses teaching our budding princesses the how to of pageants with

beauty and grace. 

Middle and High School Camp

Star to Be... Ultimate Boot Camp
June 6-10th
$200 per star  
The ultimate camp for the triple threats out there. Kick off the best summer ever with singing, dancing and acting and

be a better performer for it.  

Off to See the Wizard… Musical Theatre Camp
July 11-15th
 $200 per character
We are not in Kansas anymore. Join us for a week of characters as we head off down the yellow brick road. Our cast will be
singing and dancing the entire way.  

Get Your Glee On… Performance Camp
August 1-5th
$200 per gleek
As school draws near, take one last summer moment to Glee’k out and show us your show choir moves. This camp is only

for those looking for some serious fun.

 

 

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Tucson: Casting Call - Female 25-30, Principle role, Feature Film

Casting: Female 25-30, Principle role, Feature Film (Tucson/Benson)


Date: 2011-03-28, 3:51PM MST
Reply to: gigs-ctbjv-2292169772@craigslist.org 
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Female, Hispanic 25-30, Principle role 

Feature Film, Western (1870"s), Comedy 

Non-equity 

This is a principle role that will play as the love interest of a lead, male character. Actress needs to appear to be hispanic. Abilitiy to speak english with an pronounced mexican/latino/hispanic accent a must. 

This film will be shot in and around Tucson and Benson between the dates of June 5th-11th. This role requires 4 days of filming. 

There is no pay for this role. You will receive a DVD, IMDB credit and meals. This is a feature length film that will be marketed heavily as well as entered in several film festivals. 

Experience is a major plus, but not necessarily required. 


For consideration, please reply including contact information and any of the following you may have: 
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*Resume 
*Website 
*Headshot 
*Photos 
*Link to some of your work 
*Any other Bio/Resume information 

·         Location: Tucson/Benson

·         it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests

·         Compensation: no pay

 

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Monday, March 28, 2011

Tucson: AUDITION: Paid Actors for Weekly Variety Show

 

From: Nathan Christensen [mailto:sevenlivelyarts@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, March 28, 2011 12:03 PM
Subject: AUDITION: Paid Actors for Weekly Variety Show

 

AUDITION: Paid Actors for Weekly Variety Show

 

Seven Lively Arts is producing a three-month run of a weekly, afternoon variety show—featuring live music, special guests and door prizes—and needs three energetic, versatile performers to become the core of the show.

 

Auditions will be Thursday, April 7, from 1 to 3 p.m. at The Comedy Playhouse (3620 N. 1st Ave at Prince). Please RSVP to sevenlivelyarts@gmail.com.

 

There are no requisites of age or gender. Performers will be selected based on stage presence, versatility, improvisation, collaborative ability, and chemistry with the other performers.

 

The three selected actors will work together to develop group and solo performance scenes, as well as taking turns interviewing the show’s special guests.

 

 

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

 

Performers should prepare:

  • A short comic monologue
  • A short demonstration of a non-acting performance skill—music, juggling, impressions, etc.
    Please list all additional performance skills on your resume.

Performers may also be asked to improvise a short interaction with another auditioner.

 

 

PRODUCTION SCHEDULE:

  • Thu., April 7, 1-3 p.m.: Auditions
  • Rehearsals scheduled according to actor availability throughout April.
  • Thu., May 5, 12-4 p.m.: 2 hrs Rehearsal + Invited Dress
  • Thursdays, May 12 – July 28, 12-4 p.m.: 2 hrs Rehearsal + Performance

 

REMUNERATION:

  • Actors will be paid $40 for each performance (total of 12 performances)

 

Please contact sevenlivelyarts@gmail.com with any questions or to RSVP.

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