Tucson Improv Movement - Improvathon - June 1-2

 

From: Tucson Improv Movement <justin@tucsonimprov.com>
Sent: Monday, May 29, 2023 11:13 AM
Subject: Improvathon - June 1-2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join us Friday and Saturday for the Improvathon! 24+ hours of non-stop comedy! 

You can start grabbing tickets here, including the All-Access Pass for just $20.  All of the profits from the event will go towards paying off our EDIL COVID Loan! 

Support Live and Local Comedy!

 

 

 

 

 

Tucson Improv Movement

414 E 9th Street

Tucson, AZ 85705

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LTW Children's Theatre presents PUFFS (ONE ACT FOR WIZARDS)

 

PUFFS (ONE ACT FOR WIZARDS)

by Matt Cox

 

July 14 - 30, 2023

 

 

The New York Times proclaims Puffs “A fast-paced romp through the ‘Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic.’” This clever and inventive play “never goes more than a minute without a laugh” (Nerdist) giving you a new look at a familiar adventure from the perspective of three potential heroes just trying to make it through a magic school that proves to be very dangerous for children. Alongside them are the Puffs, a group of well-meaning, loyal outsiders with a thing for badgers “who are so lovable and relatable, you’ll leave the theater wishing they were in the stories all along” (Hollywood Life).

Best for wizards ages 11 and up

 

SHOW DATES AND TIMES
Friday 7pm: July 14, 21, 28
Saturday 7pm: July 15, 22, 29
Sunday 3pm: July 16, 23, 30

Seating: Children’s Theatre

TICKET PRICES
$10 for Children
$12 for Adults

 

Tickets: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/livetheatreworkshop/4501

 

Live Theatre Workshop
3322 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
Reservations: (520) 327-4242
livetheatreworkshop@gmail.com

 

 

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LTW presents WALTER CRONKITE IS DEAD

 

WALTER CRONKITE IS DEAD

by Joe Calarco

June 15 - July 8, 2023

In this endearing plea for common ground, Walter Cronkite Is Dead is set in an airport amidst a flurry of delayed flights. Patty, a boisterous Southerner, strikes up a conversation with Margaret, a liberal from Washington. Over a bottle of wine, they argue about their person- al passions and emboldened opinions about what it means to live in present-day America. When they begin to confide in each other about details of their personal lives, their anger turns to empathy and a friendship forms. This funny, frank, and unpredictable production emphasizes all that could be possible if people from opposite sides of the political aisle took the time to really listen to one another.

 

“Calarco demonstrates impressive maturity with his lively and insightful dialogue.The play’s sermon against demonizing those with whom we disagree couldn’t be more relevant.” - Variety

 

 

 

SHOW TIMES
Thursdays, Fridays, & Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 3:00pm
Special Final Saturday Matinee at 3:00pm

 

MAINSTAGE TICKET PRICES
$23 General
$21 Military, Senior, Student
$17 Thursdays and Previews

 

Tickets: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/livetheatreworkshop/4501

 

Live Theatre Workshop
3322 E Fort Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85716
Reservations: (520) 327-4242
livetheatreworkshop@gmail.com

 

 

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The Carport Theater Call for Submissions-Scripts or poems for short performances

 

The Carport Theater

3614 E. Presidio Rd., Tucson, AZ 85716

 

Call for Submissions—Scripts or poems for short performances

Deadline: June 10, 2023

 

Seeking scripts for 5-10 minute performances, or poems for 2-3 minute performances, as part of show planned for November, 2023 at the Sea of Glass in downtown Tucson. The show is being facilitated by The Carport Theater, a community organization that has been presenting shows in Tucson since 2014.

 

Scripts for 1 to 3 performers, and poems for dance performances on the theme “Flipping the Apocalypse.” . This could be a fresh look at impending disaster in the form of environment, public health, war, or AI calamities, cultural changes, and/or the personal, internal, experience of “the end of the world”.

 

Selected scripts will be awarded a $150 honorarium, selected poems a $75 honorarium.

 

Draft scripts to be submitted by June 10, and candidates notified by June 18.

Selected scripts to be completed by July 15; with input from show review committee.

 

The honorariums will be paid out when writings have been completed and accepted for performance in the fall.

 

For a submission form, or for more information, please send an email to The Carport Theater, administrator@carporttheater.com

 

https://carporttheater.com/APOCsolic.html

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Old Tucson Entertainment hiring Technical Director

 

Technical Director

 

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/1740896

 

Description

Division/Department: Old Tucson Entertainment    

Job Title: Technical Director

Reports To: Entertainment Manager   

Type of position: Exempt/Salary

Employee Classification: Core

Location: Tucson, AZ

Compensation: $52,000-$62,000

 

Core classified employees are eligible for company sponsored benefits and retirement account options.

 

Job Summary: 

 

The Technical Director will be responsible for overseeing and maintaining all technical elements of OTE productions and facilities under the entertainment department. This includes, but is not limited to, the contribution of technical expertise and creativity for sound, lighting, scenic carpentry, scenic art, properties, wardrobe, makeup, special effects, and animatronics during shows. They will be responsible for any entertainment technical needs of day-to-day operations as well for all special events produced and hosted by OTE. The TD will also serve as a technician for small events not requiring an over hire staff.

 

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 

• Works closely with and advises the Entertainment Manager on the technical specification, costs, and usage of technical equipment required for individual shows.
• Works closely with the entertainment Manager and the REP Director of Production in the development of technical designs for new entertainment projects at OTE.
• Works with the Entertainment Manager on film projects at OTE.
• Operates, maintains, and safeguards the technical assets on property, including supervising the use of lighting, sound, communications equipment, and the use and maintenance of stage facilities.
• Oversees the safe use of all OTE technical facilities in accordance to accepted industry standards.
• Supervises the implementation of approved technical designs.
• Lead recruiting of local crew for load in, load out, and run of the events and day to day park operations.
• Leads the entertainment department’s technical production crew including sound, lighting, scenic carpentry, scenic art, properties, wardrobe, makeup, special effects, and animatronics.
• Manages the scheduling, trainings, and workflow of all technicians.
• Assists the Entertainment Manager with scheduling, set-up and managing events.
• Supervises and assists with set and stage construction and management.
• Oversees the creation of technical solutions to show specific challenges in accordance with accepted industry standards.
• Assists with the preparation and control of production budgets; maintains inventory and orders specialized supplies.
• Makes recommendations to Entertainment Manager regarding capital purchases of technical equipment.
• Serves as a competent technician in any technical department for small events on OTE property.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Education, Skill & Work Experience Requirements:

 

• Minimum of 5 years’ work experience in management in technical theatre or other ive events and facilities.
• Must possess organizational skills with the ability to multi-task while prioritizing workload with a practical, flexible and innovative approach to work.
• Strong ability to creatively problem-solve unique challenges in a live entertainment environment.
• Operational knowledge of sophisticated theatrical facilities and equipment.
• Working knowledge of construction and set design.
• Working knowledge of lighting design, stage rigging, audio and live sound reinforcement.
• Experience with stage management/or production management.
• Ability and knowledge (including familiarity with ADA and OSHA compliance)
• Working knowledge and clear understanding of professional standards of stage.

 

 

Work Environment:

• Significant time spent outdoors, often in extreme heat or cold.
• Must be physically fit to stand for prolonged periods of time, walk on uneven ground, sit, bend, stoop, and lift 25-100 pounds.
• Extended and irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays (Required).

Apply

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Old Pueblo Playwrights weekly Zoom meeting Monday, May 29,, 2023

 

 

From: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, May 28, 2023 8:46 PM
To: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>

 

Old Pueblo Playwrights cordially invite you to attend their weekly Zoom meeting Monday, May 29 beginning at 7 pn

 

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY   After the Indy 500 and your family picnic, set the DVR to record the NBA playoffs, sit back, relax, and listen in on table reads of two new plays. 

 

FREATURED PLAYWRIGHT: MEL HECTOR   (BOTH SCRIPTS ATTACHED)

 

 "City Bus" by Mel Hector  (30 min)

          David Younger man as Boomer

Kira McNeal as Millennial

Carl Damhesel as Facilitator

 

"Best of Luck" by Mel Hector   2^nd read

Dave Sewell reads Darrell

Philip Levere  reads Detective Murphy

John Vornholt reads Martinez and will facilitate.  

 

 

 O.P.P. ZOOM MEETING ETIQUETTE   ENABLE AUDIO AND VIDEO TO PARTICIPATE IN OPENING GREETING SECTION Of MEETING.TURN OFF YOUR VIDEO AND AUDIO WHILE A READING IS IN PROGRESS  (ONLY THE ACTORS SHOULD BE HEARD AND SEEN DURING A READING) TURN ON YOUR VIDEO AND AUDIO TO PARTICIPATE IN DISCUSSIONS AFTER EACH READING.

 

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.Regarding our ZOOM calls - you may find it easier to have ZOOM downloaded on your computer OR your phone. It is a free application. [GO TO http://www.ZOOM.US TO ACQUIRE THE PROGRAM] 

 

EVERY Monday, we will again present a "regular" OPP meeting via ZOOM. Here are the instruction of how to tune in.  NOTE: THIS IS UNLIMITED TIME USE. The link is the same every week.

Melvin Hector is Treasurer and host of Old Pueblo Playwrights meetings.  

Melvin Hector is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

MEL HECTORS PHONE  (520)488-9229

   just click on the link below.

 

 

Join Zoom Meeting

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Meeting ID: 878 2574 8620

Passcode: 544241

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COMING ATTRACTIONS: 

Playwrights please send me scripts and cast lists,  

JUNE  5            (OPEN) HYBRID

JUNE 12           ZOOM  "Exit Bag" by Liisa Rose  (1^st read)

JUN 19              HYBRID  "What to do With Baby Rae?" by Dennis O'Dell

JUN 26             ZOOM   "His Father's Son" by Zink  1^st read  (35 min)

                        CAST: 

                    Aaron:  Scott Berg

                    Hairy:  Mike Sulzbach    

                    Bucky:  Eric Everts

                    Judith: Diane Ouradnik

                    Sue:    Denise Blum

                    Lydia:  Halsy Taylor                   

JULY  3             HYBRID   "Lone Star" by Mel Hector 

JULY 10            (OPEN) ZOOM

JULY 17            HYBRID  "RIPPLES"  A Play with Music by Zink

 

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Tucson Convention Center: READY TO LAUGH?! JO KOY, NATE BARGATZE AND MORE!

 

From: Tucson Convention Center <thecenterdish@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, May 22, 2023 2:23 PM
Subject: READY TO LAUGH?! JO KOY, NATE BARGATZE AND MORE!

 

Get your tickets and get your laughs ready!

 

 

 

2023 WE'RE BRINGING THE LAUGHS

 

 

 

 

If you bring the LAUGHS, we'll provide the FUNNY! In 2023, the Tucson Convention Center has a variety of comedians for you to enjoy! Whether it's date night, birthday fun, anniversaries, work parties or you just want a night out we have plenty of options for you!

 

Be sure to secure your tickets today! See below for the comedian line up in 2023 so far..

 

 

 

 

 

2023 COMEDIAN LINE UP

 

 

 

 

Joe Gatto's Night of Comedy | June 9 | 7:00p

Linda Ronstadt Music Hall

Age 16+ show

 

 

BUY TICKETS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chris D'elia: Don't Push Me Tour | June 17 | 7:00p

Linda Ronstadt Music Hall

Age 18+ show

 

BUY TICKETS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nate Bargatze: The BE FUNNY Tour | September 7

Linda Ronstadt Music Hall

 

 

BUY TICKETS 7:00PM

 

 

BUY TICKETS 9:30PM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jo Koy World Tour | November 2 | 8:00p

Tucson Arena

Age 12+ show

 

BUY TICKETS

 

 

 

 

 

 

SEE ALL EVENTS

 

 

 

 

Tucson Convention Center | 260 S. Church Ave., Tucson, AZ 85701

 

 

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Gaslight Music Hall: The Spouse Whisperer Comedy Show, with Mark Cordes - 6/4 @ 6 PM

 

From: Gaslight Music Hall <gaslightmusichall@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2023 10:05 PM
Subject: The Spouse Whisperer Comedy Show, with Mark Cordes - 6/4 @ 6 PM

 

Welcome to the Gaslight Music Hall in Oro Valley! 

 

 

 

 

THE SPOUSE WHISPERER

 

*With Mark Cordes

 

 

June 4, 2023 @ 6:00 PM

 

Inside The Gaslight Music Hall

 

 

 

CLICK HERE TO BOOK ONLINE

 

 

OR CALL!

520-529-1000

 

 

 

 

 

Mark Cordes' The Spouse Whisperer. It's never a dull moment with award-winning comedian Mark Cordes as he delivers his critically acclaimed one-man show, The Spouse Whisperer. Take a comedic journey through 'love at first sight' 'til death do us part', and all of the funny stuff in between. Enjoy a hilarious peek into the real world of relationships, a decidedly positive view of 'sweet togetherness.' Whether you're searching or already with that hunk-of-burning-love, you can't miss with The Spouse Whisperer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 COMING SOON! 

To The Gaslight Music Hall

 

 

 

Check out these events at the Gaslight Music Hall!

Book right away to reserve your favorite seats!

 

 

Gaslight Music Hall | 13005 N. Oracle Rd., Suite 165, Oro Valley, AZ 85737 (520) 529-1000

 

 

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Tucson Improv Movement, an amazing stand up headliner for you on Friday!

 

From: Tucson Improv Movement <justin@tucsonimprov.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 25, 2023 10:00 AM
Subject: Yes and News - 5/25/23

 

This Saturday you can experience our entire Improv 101 course, in just one day!  There are literally only two spots left! Sign up immediately to be apart of our One Day Improv 101 Intensive! 
 

We are so close to the Improvathon, I am on the edge of my seat with anticipation! On June 2nd-3rd we are going to attempt to do 28 nonstop hours of comedy shows! You can start grabbing tickets here, including the all access pass for just $20.  A few highlights from the event, the 400th Soapbox show, overnight improv, an afternoon of family-friendly shows, and A Big Wet Throbbing Queer Comedy Show🏳‍🌈🍑🍆💧🐥 closes it out.  All of the profits from the event will go towards paying off our EDIL COVID Loan!

We have an amazing stand up headliner for you on Friday! Known for his singing voice and impressions, Joey Gaynor is an actor, comedian and writer living in Los Angeles via Newark, New Jersey. After eight years on the road, Joey's break through came in the concert movie, "Comedy's Dirtiest Dozen" with Bill Hicks, Chris Rock and Tim Allen. A regular at the Comedy Store, Joey's performed with Richard Pryor, the Smother's Brothers, Sam Kinison, George Lopez, Billy Gardell and many many others. He's also appeared in the films "The Five Heartbeats", "All I Want For Christmas" with Leslie Nielson, the documentary "I am Sam Kinison" and the most popular episode of "Unsolved Mysteries" 'The Ghosts of the Comedy Store'. He's appeared on numerous sitcoms, "The Parenthood" with Robert Townsend and "Boy Meets World". He's also appeared on drama series like "ER" & "House MD".  As a writer Joey wrote for the Tom Joyner Morning show and he co-wrote with Charles Kaufman the cult hit "Ferocious Female Freedom Fighters" and his recording of Frank Sinatra singing the theme from "The Addams Family" for Rhino Records is still played on digital and terrestrial radio for over 35 years!  You don't want to miss this show!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Upcoming Shows

 

 

 

 

Thursday Night

7:30pm - Improv 101 + 501 Showcase
8:30pm - Open Mic
 

Friday Night

6:30pm - The Improv Jam
7:30pm - The Soapbox w/Rocque Perez
9:00pm - Stand Up Comedy with Headliner: Joey Gaynor
 

Saturday Night

7:30pm - The Meeting + Finding the Words
9:00pm - 4th Avenue Confessions

 

 

 

 

Secure Your Seats at This Weekend's Shows!

 

 

 

Upcoming Classes

 

 

 

 

Improv Comedy 

101 - Saturday, May 27th with Justin Lukasewicz (One Day Intensive)
101 - Saturday, July 22nd with Sara Alcazar Silva
201 - Wednesday, June 6th with Czarina Nafarrate
301 - Wednesday, July 26th with Zack Armstrong 
401 - Monday, July 10th with Justin Lukasewicz

Stand Up Comedy 

Coming Soon

Sketch Comedy 

Coming Soon

 

 

 

 

Register for Class Now

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Come try out improv in a fun safe environment at the Jam Friday at 6:30pm!  Then stay for the Soapbox for just $5!

 

 

Try out your jokes on the TIM stage.  Sign up at 8pm show starts at 8:30pm!

 

 

 

 

 

Tucson Improv Movement

414 E 9th Street

Tucson, AZ 85705

 

 

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