Sunday, June 29, 2025

Old Pueblo Playwrights weekly meeting on Zoom 6-30-25

 

From: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, June 30, 2025 4:38 AM
Subject: Reminder/Invitation to attend OPP weekly meeting on Zoom 6-30-25

 

Old Pueblo Playwrights cordially invite you to attend their weekly Zoom meeting Monday, June 30, 2025 beginning at 7pm.  This is the fifth Monday of the month so our meeting will be Zoom only.  (Zoom link below COMING OPP ATTRACTIONS)

 

OPP Treasurer, Mel Hector will ask for a vote on suggested changes to our Newcomer Packet. (Attached) Minor changes only.  Please read through it before we vote. Only paid members are eligible to vote. 

A few more critical changes may be forth coming in the next few weeks. 

 

FEATURED PLAYWRIGHTS: JOHN HEYL AND MEL HECTOR

 "The Reading" by John Heyl   (1st read – 10 min) ( SCRIPT ATTACHED)

          Sally - Ellie Vought

          Ted - David Youngerman

Grace - Sydney Flynn

Bill - Ron Pullins

Stage directions/Facilitator - Jeff Webster

 

"Vintage Medicine" by Mel Hector (2nd read – 20 min) ( ATTACHED)

DR HENDRICKS – Jeffrey Webster 

GARY MARTIN – Larry Gutman 

THOMAS MARTIN – David Youngerman 

DR GRANGER – Courtney Pulitzer 

DR BERNARD – John Heyl 

Facilitator and Stage Direction – John Vornholt 

 

 

JULY        7 HYBRID "Lone Star" by Mel Hector 3rd read 

JULY     14 HYBRID Place holder for Gavin Kayner  (full length play)

JULY     21 HYBRID "Belle and the Beast" by Sarah Wetzel   2nd read

JULY     28  ZOOM  PLACE HOLDER FOR KEVIN CHESS  (FULL LENGTH PLAY)

AUG        4  HYBRID  'Does An Orchestra Really Need a Bassoon?" (#5 in the Difficult Questions for Siri Series)                                         - Approximately 10 minutes

Sandra - Kristen Kallen-Keck

Maestro Luciano - Drew Kallen-Keck

Stage Direction and Facilitator: Lisa Rose

 

Place holder for Leslie Powell  two ten-minute plays  details TBA

AUG       11 HYBRID "Screwed: by Mel Hector  (full length play)

AUG       18 HYBRID tentative place holder for Adrian Cory  "The Knight of Malta"  (20 min)

AUG       25 ZOOM OPEN

MARCH 3 – 8 2026 OPP NEW PLAY FESTIVAL AT THE CABARET THEATRE

 

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

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87825748620?pwd=MThna0VHWjBkYVBiUEpXWWJ3bno5Zz09

 

Meeting ID: 878 2574 8620

Passcode: 544241

One tap mobile

+12532158782,,87825748620#,,,,*544241# US (Tacoma)

+13462487799,,87825748620#,,,,*544241# US (Houston)

 

Dial by your location

        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)

        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

        +1 669 444 9171 US

        +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)

        +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)

        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

        +1 386 347 5053 US

        +1 564 217 2000 US

        +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

        +1 646 931 3860 US

Meeting ID: 878 2574 8620

Passcode: 544241

Find your local number: Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing

 

OPP Minutes of the Meeting are only sent to paid members and others who join the conversation providing I have email addresses for them.   I am lacking addresses from: 

Old Pueblo Playwrights Reminder/Invitations are sent to nearly 200 individuals including all paid members, (40) actor/readers (111) and general mailing list (110) plus one-time invitees.  

Your OPP Secretary,

ZINK aka David Zinke

Be Good To You

                                               

 

-------------------------------------

TucsonStage home: www.TucsonStage.com

Recent announcements: http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/

 

 

Saturday, June 28, 2025

Odyssey Storytelling presents Gudges!

🔥 Get ready for a night of drama, dark humor, and delicious payback! 🔥

Join Odyssey Storytelling as we plunge into the world of grudges—petty, powerful, and painfully relatable. From epic beefs to tiny annoyances that just won't quit, our storytellers are spilling the tea on betrayal, scorekeeping, and the fine art of not letting it go.

These unforgettable tales will have you laughing, cringing, and maybe even reconsidering that grudge you've been holding onto. (You know the one.

 

 

 

Thursday, July 10, 2025 at 7 pm

July Venue: CATALYST Creative Collective - located on the first floor of the Tucson Mall, 4500 N. Oracle Road (between Sears and Dillards, Suite 110).

Enjoy the mall air conditioning as we heat things up onstage with Grudges!

Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

Get your tickets at the door or in advance here.

Buy Tickets

Parking for CATALYST: Near the southwest corner of the mall parking lot, between Sears and JCPenney. Enter through Mall Entrance 3, and CATALYST is just ahead and to the right. Look for long glass windows with CATALYST above the door.

 

 

-------------------------------------

TucsonStage home: www.TucsonStage.com

Recent announcements: http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/

 

 

Thursday, June 26, 2025

Unscrewed Theater: Don't Miss Out On Pride Month Laughter!

 

From: Unscrewed Theater <unscrewedtheater@gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, June 27, 2025 1:25 AM
Subject:
😂🏳️‍🌈 Don't Miss Out On Pride Month Laughter!

 

 

 

 

Pride Month Celebration!

 

 

 

A special Pride Month show, "Make Me Laugh!", and all-ages-appropriate Improv!

Awesome Sam Reich GIF by Dropout.tv

 

FOUR shows this weekend:

Enjoy all our shows LIVE & IN PERSON or LIVE STREAM from home!

 

 

 

Teen Improv Day Camp!

 

 

 

 

 

Improv isn't just for the adults anymore! Now teens can share the joys of making stuff up in a one-day improv camp.

Open to students entering grades 9-12, this class will explore the basic elements of improv covered in our Improv Basics class for adults. These core elements include: agreement, listening, teamwork, and making honest and organic choices.

We will then progress to the introduction of various improv games and scene work that encourages values such as building trust, improving communication skills, character development, and the selflessness of making your scene partner look good.

Presented in a safe and encouraging environment, surrounded by experienced, patient, and FUNNY instructors, your kids will have the chance to bring out their inner goofball. Plus, it's going to be So. Much. Fun!

There will be a Showcase performance on Sunday evening, where family and friends can see what the students have learned.

 

 

 

Register For Teen Camp Here!

 

 

Get Your Teen Camp Showcase Livestream Tickets Here!

 

 

Your Weekend Funny

 

 

 

 

 

 

Friday, 6/27

7:30PM (PST)
Not Burnt Out Just Unscrewed


Family-Friendly Improv Comedy

In-Person Tickets: $5 Kids/$10 Adults
Live Stream Pass: $10 per household

 

 

 

Join us on Friday for some family-friendly fun! "Not Burnt Out Just Unscrewed" will be taking the stage and bringing you some hilarious skits and games for the whole family! Bring your best suggestions to be a part of the show!

Chris Seidman will be hosting this show and will be joined by Elyssa Hartman, Gabrielle Rios, Jon Benda, Kate Morter, Lauren Kilpatrick, and Melissa Mauzy!
 
Over 18 and want to see the 9:00pm UNCENSORED Make Me Laugh! show as well? Purchase a Laughing Pass and see both shows for just $15! (ADULTS ONLY!) 

 

 

 

Get Your Friday Family Friendly Funny Tickets Here!

 

 

 

 

 

Friday, 6/27

9:00PM (PST)
UNCENSORED COMEDY
"Make Me Laugh!"

 


In-Person & Live Stream Tickets: $10.00
Adults Only!

 

 

 

The Judge Requests Your Attendance for an Evening of Improv Hijinks!

Three comedians will compete, but only one will come out on top! Join us for this hilarious Improvised game show and see performers compete and try to impress The Judge in a series of Improv contests! The winner will be crowned Dominus Inparatus! Someone in the audience may also win a prize...so get your online or in-person tickets now!

 

 

 

Get Your "Make Me Laugh" Tickets Here!

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday, 6/28

7:30PM (PST)
Not Burnt Out Just Unscrewed


Family-Friendly Improv Comedy

In-Person Tickets: $5 Kids/$10 Adults
Live Stream Pass: $10 per household

 

 

 

Calling all families! Join us for a night full of hilariously funny Improv skits and games brought to you by "Not Burnt Out Just Unscrewed!" All ages are welcome and encouraged to bring their best suggestions to be a part of the show!

Rob Sparks will be hosting this show and will be joined by Cy Barlow, Gabrielle Rios, Jon Benda, Kate Morter, Melissa Mauzy, and Mike Pierce!

Over 18 and want to see the 9:00pm UNCENSORED Laugh With Pride show as well? Purchase a Laughing Pass and see both shows for just $15! (ADULTS ONLY!) 

 

 

 

Get Your Family Friendly Funny Tickets Here!

 

 

 

 

 

Saturday, 6/28

9:00PM (PST)

 

UNCENSORED COMEDY
Laugh With Pride!


In-Person & Live Stream Tickets: $10.00
Adults Only!

 

 

 

 

Celebrate Pride Month with us! Join our House Teams and special guests from Tucson's LGBTQ+ community for an uncensored night of improvisation, fun, and laughter.

Expect a lot of joy, creativity, and entertainment at this exciting event. Don't miss out on the chance to be part of something unforgettable!

 

 

Get Your LAUGH WITH PRIDE Tickets Here!

 

 


Unscrewed Theater is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching, performing, and producing all forms of live improvisational theater in Tucson, AZ.

Want more info? Give us a call. (520) 289-8076


Unscrewed Theater

4500 E Speedway Blvd

Tucson, AZ 85712



-------------------------------------

TucsonStage home: www.TucsonStage.com

Recent announcements: http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/

 

 

Santa Cruz Shoestring Players: Shoestring Kids Performance this weekend!

 

From: Santa Cruz Shoestring Players < azshoestringplayers@gmail.com >
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 7:29 PM
Subject: Shoestring Kids Performance this weekend!

 

 

Shoestring Kids performance this weekend!

 

Our summer children's camp, Shoestring Kids, will perform Matilda the Musical this weekend! A handful of tickets are still available for the June 27th performance at 7pm. Tickets are free, but must be reserved: https://performingartscenter.thundertix.com/events/245357

We'd love a full house to support our youngest Shoestringers! See you there!

 

Facebook icon

 

Santa Cruz Shoestring Players
Community Performance & Art Center (CPAC)
1250 Continental Road, Green Valley, AZ 85622
520-399-1750

 

-------------------------------------

TucsonStage home: www.TucsonStage.com

Recent announcements: http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/

 

 

Wednesday, June 25, 2025

Borderlands Theater Barrio Stars presents Out Loud a One-Act Musical

 

From: Borderlands Theater < milta@borderlandstheater.org >
Sent: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 2:53 PM
Subject: Out Loud

 

 

 

You're Invited!

Out Loud, a One-Act Musical.

 

 

 

 

 

Join us for Out Loud, a one-act musical brought to life by the talented young performers of Borderlands Theater's Barrio Stories Summer Program!

 

Adapted from a play originally developed at our Community Artist School. about teen mental health, Out Loud explores some of the real issues teens face—with humor, creativity, and heart. It's a fun, funny, and moving performance filled with original songs, bold characters, and big energy.

 

Adapted by Clarissa Rodriguez, Education Coordinator

Music by Victor Enciso, Daniel "Sly" Slipetsky and Marc David Pinate

Directed by teaching artists Ashley Amezcua and Sabrina Zanello Jackson

 

Friday, June 27, 2025

5:00 PM

Pueblo High School – Burnes Starks Little Theater (3500 S 12th Ave)

 

Come support these amazing young artists as they sing, dance, and act their hearts out on stage in this original production.

 

Admission is free and all are welcome!

 

 

 

 

From the bold voices of youth in Out Loud to the powerful community storytelling of No Place Like Home, this season reminded us of what's possible when theater and community care come together.

 

Thanks to you—our audiences, partners, volunteers, and supporters—we've created spaces where joy, dialogue, and healing can thrive. We couldn't do it without you.

 

As we look ahead, your continued support helps us keep this vital work alive: transforming public spaces into places of connection, reflection, and possibility.

Please consider making a gift to help us build more theater with, for, and alongside our community.

 

Thank you for being part of the story.

 

 

Pitch In Today! 

 

 

 

-------------------------------------

TucsonStage home: www.TucsonStage.com

Recent announcements: http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/

 

 

Monday, June 23, 2025

Live Theatre Workshop presents Ranked, A Musical

 

From: Live Theatre Workshop <info@livetheatreworkshop.org >
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 11:55 PM
To: drmemory@pipeline.com
Subject: Coming Soon: Ranked, A Musical

 

Coming Soon!

The Final Show of Our

2024-2025 Season:

 

 

 

Ranked, A Musical

Book by Kyle Holmes

Music and Lyrics by David Taylor Gomes

 

July 18th through 27th

 

BUY YOUR GRADES, BUY YOUR FUTURE -- BUT WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THE REST OF THE WORLD FINDS OUT?

 

Debuting just weeks after the College Admissions Scandal took the nation by storm, Ranked tells the story of a dystopian world where competition reaches new heights as publicized academic excellence defines each student's worth. In the face of an intense and perverse culture of performance, Lily must come to grips with her place in the status quo as she watches friends and enemies alike destroy themselves and each other to score their way to the top of academic leaderboards. When an impossible lie is discovered, the fate of these students' futures hangs in the balance.

 

Come see some of Tucson's finest high school actors sing, dance, and act their way to the top!

 

Ranked, A Musical by Kyle Holmes, Music and Lyrics by David Taylor Gomes runs July 18th through 27th, 2025. Showings Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 3:00pm. Tickets are $22.00, to purchase, click the button below or call the box office at 520-327-4242.

 

 

Tickets

 

 

 

 

Coming Next Season

 

 

 

Lotería: This Game is No Juego

Original Story and Music by Jonathan Heras

 

November 7th through 23rd, 2025

 

Pase con cuidado al enchanted world of Lotería, donde magic meets tradition! A world where a simple board game transforms everyday life into an aventura inolvidable. When three brave kids from Temperatura County stumble upon el misterioso game de Lotería, they are swept into a universe donde las cartas legendarias come to life, and every turn brings new challenges and unexpected twists.

 

In the Lotería realm, mischievous villanos como El Diablo and his cronies threaten to ruin the balance of the magical realm, mientras queridos personajes como La Sirena and El Sol guian a nuestros heroes through trials of courage, mystery, and heart. With family, friendship, y un poco de humor as their greatest weapons, our young aventureros must band together to restore order and unlock los poderes secretos hidden within each card if they ever hope to return home.

 

Will our heroes overcome the devious trucos of the outlaws of Lotería, or will chaos reign supreme and take over little ol' Tucson y después el mundo? Find out as this hilarious, musical, action-packed journey unfolds a celebración de cultura, creatividad, y el inquebrantable lazo entre familia. Join us for a magical adventure where every moment is a chance to believe en lo imposible, but players beware…this game is no juego!

 

Tickets

 

 

 

 

 

 

A Year With Frog and Toad

Based on the Books by Arnold Lobel,

Music Robert Reale, Book and Lyrics by Willie Reale

 

December 4th through 21st, 2025

 

A hit on Broadway, A Year with Frog and Toad was nominated for three Tony Awards–including Best Musical. Based on Arnold Lobel's well-loved books, and featuring a hummable score by Robert and Willie Reale, this humorous, whimsical, and heartwarming show follows two great friends—the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad—through four fun-filled seasons.

 

Waking from hibernation, Frog and Toad embark upon numerous fun and exciting adventures that teach them about the ups and downs of true friendship, while celebrating and rejoicing in the differences that make them unique and special. Part vaudeville, part make believe... all charm, this show is perfect for audiences of all ages. A Year with Frog and Toad tells the story of a friendship that endures throughout the seasons.

 

 

Tickets

 

 

 

2025-2026 Season Tickets On Sale Now

 

Purchase 8, 6, or 4 show packages plus exciting add-on productions, reader's theatre staged readings, and special events to enhance any season ticket package for a year of great theatre! Purchase tickets here or call the box office

at 520-327-4242.

 

 

 

 

 

Tickets for 2025-2026 Season

 

 

 

Live Theatre Workshop | 3322 E. Fort Lowell Rd. | Tucson, AZ 85716 US

 

 

-------------------------------------

TucsonStage home: www.TucsonStage.com

Recent announcements: http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/