Auditions: ORO VALLEY THEATRE actor to fill the role of JESÚS COSTAZUELA (The Odd Couple (Female Version))

ORO VALLEY THEATRE COMPANY

Celebrating Our 10th Anniversary Season

CASTING CALL

The Odd Couple  (Female Version)

Oro Valley Theatre Company is seeking an actor to fill the role of

JESÚS COSTAZUELA

THE ROLE Jesús Costazuela is Manolo's younger brother — handsome and romantic, with excellent posture and a flair for dramatic emotion. He is sensitive and sincere, bringing both charm and heart to every scene.

ABOUT THE SHOW

As Oro Valley Theatre Company celebrates its 10th Anniversary Season, it returns to the show that launched the company a decade ago — Neil Simon's hilarious The Odd Couple (Female Version). This fast-paced comedy follows the unlikely pairing of easygoing Olive Madison and the obsessively neat Florence Unger as they attempt to share an apartment after their marriages fall apart.

Filled with sharp wit, memorable characters, and one of the funniest dinner party scenes ever written, Simon's updated take on the classic comedy delivers nonstop laughs and heart. Whether you are discovering the show for the first time or revisiting an old favorite, The Odd Couple (Female Version) promises a delightful evening of comedy in celebration of OVTC's milestone season.

 

PRODUCTION DETAILS

Show:  The Odd Couple (Female Version), by Neil Simon

Rehearsals Begin:  Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Performances:  November 12–15, 2026

Showtimes:  Nov. 12, 13, 14, 15 at 6:00 PM  |  Nov. 14 & 15 at 2:00 PM

Venue:  The Gaslight Music Hall, 13005 N Oracle Rd, #165, Oro Valley, AZ 85737

 

HOW TO AUDITION

If you're interested in this role — or know someone who would be a great fit — please reach out to us by email:

ovtheatrecompany1@gmail.com

 

ABOUT ORO VALLEY THEATRE COMPANY

Oro Valley Theatre Company (OVTC) is a 501(c)(3) community-sponsored theatre celebrating its 10th Anniversary Season. OVTC's mission is to nurture the heart and soul of Oro Valley and its surrounding communities by providing live theatre experiences, both on and off stage. This production of The Odd Couple (Female Version) marks a return to the very show that launched the company a decade ago.

Performances are held at The Gaslight Music Hall in Oro Valley, AZ. Learn more, view the full season, or get involved at www.orovalleytheatrecompany.com.

 

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Borderlands Theater Events, Employment & Performances

Events, Employment & Performances

151 S. Granada Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701  •  borderlandstheater.org

THE CRIMSON READING — POETRY OPEN MIC Come for the poetry, stay for the pupusas and live Son Jarocho. Sunday, September 13, 2026   •   Open Mic 6:00–7:30 PM   •   Music 7:30 PM El Pueblo Center Courtyard, 101 W. Irvington Rd.  •  Free  •  All Ages  •  ADA Access Curated and hosted by Eva Sierra, featuring DJ Q, poet José-Maria Tonalli Crespo, an open mic, and Son Jarocho music by SEMILLAS.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES & COMMUNITY EVENTS

The Crimson Reading — Poetry Open Mic

Sunday, September 13  •  Open mic 6:00–7:30 PM, music at 7:30 PM  •  El Pueblo Center Courtyard, 101 W. Irvington Rd.

A free, all-ages evening of poetry, community, and food, featuring Son Jarocho group SEMILLAS (Estevan Ascona, Adrian Perez, and Marc Pinate). Open mic sign-ups begin at 5:30 PM.

SEMILLAS performing Son Jarocho music

40th Season Gala — Boots & Bacanora

Saturday, September 26  •  Doors 6:30 PM, program at 7:00 PM  •  Sosa Carillo House, 151 S. Granada Ave.

Celebrate 40 seasons of Borderlands Theater with live Tejano music by Suerte, dinner from Little Mexico, mezcal tastings and Bacanora cocktails from Borderlands Spirits, raffle prizes, and dancing. Wear your best gown with your cowboy boots.

Individual tickets: $120 (includes dinner, a drink ticket, and two raffle tickets)  •  Table of 8: $900

40th Season Gala — Boots & Bacanora, September 26

American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez — At The Loft Cinema

One-week run opening September 4  •  The Loft Cinema, Tucson

This Sundance audience-favorite documentary tells the story of Luis Valdez, who built El Teatro Campesino out of the California fields and turned the pachuco and the Zoot Suit Riots into influential American stage art. The premiere screening includes a post-show Q&A with director David Alvarado and producer Everett Katigbak, moderated by Carlos A. Gutiérrez of Cinema Tropical.

American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez, at The Loft Cinema

WE'RE HIRING

Social Media & Marketing Associate

Borderlands Theater is seeking a creative, organized Social Media & Marketing Associate to help grow audiences and promote productions, events, education programs, and fundraising initiatives.

The ideal candidate enjoys social media, photography and video, visual storytelling, community engagement, and the day-to-day marketing work that keeps campaigns moving. Responsibilities include social media management and content creation, digital marketing support, Constant Contact layout, event calendar listings, and staffing promotional booths at festivals and community events.

Experience in arts, culture, nonprofit, or community-based marketing is a plus.

Apply — email: milta@borderlandstheater.org

We're hiring a Social Media & Marketing Associate

VOLUNTEER WITH US

Boots & Bacanora Gala Volunteers

Help make the 40th Anniversary Gala a success. Volunteers enjoy dinner, live music, and the gala program while supporting an important fundraiser for Borderlands Theater. Roles include:

•      Welcome Table, Guest Check-In & ID Verification — 3 volunteers

•      Table and Chair Setup & Breakdown — 2 volunteers

•      Bar Service — 4 volunteers

•      Dinner Servers — 4 volunteers

•      Merchandise & Information Table/Cleanup — 3 volunteers

Sign up or ask questions — email: katharine@borderlandstheater.org

Guests at a previous Borderlands Theater season gala

CELEBRATE OUR 40TH SEASON

Save 20% with a season pass to Barrio Stories: 10-Year Celebration, Blame of Thrones, and American Mariachi.

•      3-Show Season Pass — $143 (Barrio Stories + Blame of Thrones + American Mariachi)

•      2-Show Season Pass — $80 (Barrio Stories + American Mariachi)

40 for 40

Help sustain the next 40 years of Borderlands Theater by becoming one of the 40 for 40 monthly donors, giving Borderlands support it can count on all year long.

Connect with Borderlands Theater on Facebook and Instagram, or visit www.borderlandstheater.org  for tickets and details.

 

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THE CIRCUS AND AERIAL ACADEMY OF TUCSON Events & Classes

THE CIRCUS AND AERIAL ACADEMY OF TUCSON

Events & Classes

400 W Speedway Blvd, Tucson  •  info@circusacademytucson.com  •  circusacademytucson.com

AERIAL & ALES FUNDRAISER A night of circus, community, and craft beer supporting inclusive arts for all. Saturday, September 26, 2026   •   6:00–9:00 PM   •   MotoSonora Brewing Co. Try classic circus skills like plate spinning and juggling, enjoy aerial circus performances, and bid in a silent auction on locally donated goods and experiences. $1 from every Belly Tank pint donated all night!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Family Circus Day

Friday, September 12  •  5:30–7:30 PM  •  The Studio

Bring family and friends to circus for a hands-on afternoon — climb a silk, try an aerial sling, or attempt the tightwire. Circus stations are staffed by teachers and students for all ages. By donation at the door.

Aerial & Ales Fundraiser

Saturday, September 26  •  6:00–9:00 PM  •  MotoSonora Brewing Co.

See the feature above for details. The same evening, Parent's Night Out runs 5:00–9:30 PM at the studio — drop the kids off for an evening of circus fun hosted by the Circus Youth Board while you enjoy the fundraiser or a night out.

Register for Parent's Night Out: https://www.circusacademytucson.com/paymentcenter/p/parents-night-out

Ground Skills Workshop Day

Saturday, October 3  •  3:00–5:00 PM  •  The Studio

Hosted by the Circus Youth Board, this workshop explores ground skills such as acro, props, and balance — a great chance to try something new. By donation at the door.

FALL BREAK CAMP

Full Day, All Levels

October 12–16  •  8:30 AM–4:30 PM

Camp info and registration: https://www.circusacademytucson.com/camps

SPACE IN CLASSES

Aerial classes have just a few spaces left, but there is still open space in:

•      Kinder Circus

•      Stilts

•      Kid's Contortion

•      Adult Juggling

•      Kid's Clowning, Theater, and Stage Combat

•      Tumbling

•      ...and more!

Email info@circusacademytucson.com to learn more and register, or view the full schedule at www.circusacademytucson.com

 

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Old Pueblo Playwrights: Reminder/Invitation to attend OPP weekly meeting 9-7-26

 

 

From: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, September 7, 2026 12:09 AM
To: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Subject: Reminder/Invitation to attend OPP weekly meeting 9-7-26

 

Old Pueblo Playwrights cordially invite you to attend their weekly meeting Monday, September 7, 2026 beginning at 7 pm.  This is a Hybrid meeting.  Join us in person or on Zoom. 

 

In person?  We meet at St. Francis in the Foothills, room #50. (Campus map attached) 

On Zoom?  (Link below Master Schedule)

 

FEATURED PLAYWRIGHT: KRISTEN KALLEN-KECK

         “Domestic God” by Kristen Kallen-Keck (full-length play)

                                    Cast

                             Veronica Reynolds----Meagan Jones

                             Abby Reynolds----Robin Mirlocca

                            Jordan Jenowski----Drew Kallen-Keck

                            Lusca----David Gunther

                            Marla Taylor----Ellie Vought

SEPT    14 HYBRID “Support and Defend” by Liisa Rose  2^nd read - vote

SePT    21 HYBRID “Belle and Beast” by Sarah Wetzel  (3^rd read)

SEPT    28 ZOOM "Remember" by John Heyl (1st read 10 min)

           “Penelope Place” by Jeffrey Webster (2^nd read – vote)

            Rule change votes                                                Play workshop with Mel Hector 

OCT       5 HYBRID Jeff Webster “Killing To The Sound of Trumpets”  (2^nd read)

Jill – Ellie Vought

Betsy – Diane Ouradnik

Tommy – Philip Lester

Phil – Chad Eggen

Multiple roles and Facilitator – Dave Sewell

Multiple roles and stage directions – Susan Webster

 

OCT     12 HYBRID “Girlfriends and Boyfriends” by Leslie Powel  (full-length play 1st read

 

OCT    19  HYBRID Three ten-minute plays by Sharon Otstot  (Vote)

                                   “My Wonderful Life”

                                   “The Burden”

                                    “Happy New Year”

    Member vote on three rule changes per OPP President

OCT     26 ZOOM OPEN

NOV      2  HYBRID OPP ELECTIONS  

John Vornholt will not stand for re-election as OPP President.

NOV     9 HYBRID “Barbeque the Loin” by Ron Pullins  (2^nd read)

NOV     16 HYBRIS OPEN

NOV     23 ZOOM OPEN

NOV     30ZOOM OPEN

DEC     7HYBRID Place holder for Steve Duson details TBA

DEC     14 HYBRID OPEN

DEC     21HYBRID OPEN

DEC     28 ZOOM OPEN 

2027  OPP NEW PLAY FESTIVAL

MARCH 30 – APRIL 4    INVISIBLE 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

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Passcode: 544241

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

 

Old Pueblo Playwrights Reminder/Invitations are sent to over 200 individuals including all paid members, (31) actor/readers (111) and general mailing list (124) plus one-time invitees. 

Your OPP Secretary

ZINK  aka David Zinke

Be Good To You

 

PAY DUES, MAKE A DONATION, CORRESPOND

Old Pueblo Playwrights

P.O. Box 35154

Tucson, AZ  85740

 

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520 488 9229

 

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Wild Bunch Film Festival

The Biggest Film Festival for the Western Genre and Western Lifestyle in the World

DATES October 21–25, 2026 (bonus tour day Oct 26)

LOCATION Tucson, Arizona Galaxy Theatres, 100 S. Houghton Rd

TICKETS On sale now — FilmFreeway Small price increase at the door

 

The Wild Bunch Film Festival returns to Tucson for its 11th year, bringing five days of Western-genre film screenings, filmmaker Q&A's, live entertainment, and community celebration to the Old Pueblo. Presented at Galaxy Theatres with events across town, the festival is a signature gathering for fans and makers of Western film and lifestyle.

FEATURED GUEST: TOM PROCTOR Actor, director, producer, writer and musician Tom Proctor headlines this year's festival — hosting a live-entertainment set at the Kick-Off Dinner, leading a 90-minute Actor's Workshop on Saturday, and joining a Q&A following the special screening of Birthright Outlaw on Sunday.

2026 EVENT SCHEDULE

Day	Time	Event	Venue
Wed, Oct 21	10:00 AM – 10:00 PM	Q&A's and Film Screenings	Galaxy Theatres, 100 S. Houghton Rd
Thu, Oct 22	10:00 AM – 4:30 PM	Q&A's and Film Screenings	Galaxy Theatres, 100 S. Houghton Rd
Thu, Oct 22	5:00 – 6:30 PM	Festival Kick-Off Party — Filmmaker & Screenwriter Meet and Greet (cash bar, snacks & water)	Old Arizona LLC
Thu, Oct 22	6:45 – 9:00 PM	Filmmaker & Screenwriter Dinner, Drinks & Live Entertainment with Tom Proctor	Li'l Abner's Steakhouse
Thu, Oct 22	9:00 PM – 12:00 AM	Karaoke	Whiskey Roads
Fri, Oct 23	10:00 AM – 10:30 PM	Q&A's and Film Screenings	Galaxy Theatres, 100 S. Houghton Rd
Sat, Oct 24	7:00 – 9:30 AM	Festival Meet & Greet Breakfast	Millie's, Trail Dust Town
Sat, Oct 24	10:00 AM – 10:30 PM	Q&A's and Film Screenings	Galaxy Theatres, 100 S. Houghton Rd
Sat, Oct 24	2:00 – 3:30 PM	90-Minute Actor's Workshop with Tom Proctor	Galaxy Theatres, 100 S. Houghton Rd
Sun, Oct 25	10:00 AM – 5:00 PM	Q&A's and Film Screenings	Galaxy Theatres, 100 S. Houghton Rd
Sun, Oct 25	3:15 PM	Special Screening of “Birthright Outlaw” + Q&A with Tom Proctor	Galaxy Theatres, 100 S. Houghton Rd
Sun, Oct 25	5:30 – 7:00 PM	Awards Show — Charlie LeSueur & Robert Shelton Awards	BIG DFX Theater, Galaxy Theatres
Sun, Oct 25	7:30 – 10:00 PM	After Party — food, drinks & live music by Midnight Ryders	Saguaro Corners, 3750 S Old Spanish Trail
Mon, Oct 26	10:00 AM – 12:00 PM	Filmmaker & Screenwriter Tour of Movie Set (bonus day)	Harker's Museum & Movie Set, 6031 S. Fontana Ave

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Sunday's Awards Show, held in the BIG DFX Theater at Galaxy Theatres, honors this year's official selections and presents the festival's signature awards, followed by an After Party with live music by Midnight Ryders at Saguaro Corners.

TICKETS & INFO

Tickets are on sale now through FilmFreeway (www.filmfreeway.com/TheWildBunchFilmFestival/tickets ) and can also be purchased at the festival registration table during festival hours; a small price increase applies at the door. All major credit cards are accepted.

Questions: thewildbunchfilmfestival@gmail.com  •  Text or call 702-327-0331

SPONSORS

With thanks to White Stallion Ranch (sponsoring a Western Dream Ranch Getaway giveaway), INSP, and Western Bound for their support of the 11th Annual Wild Bunch Film Festival.

 

Full schedule, guest info, and updates at thewildbunchfilmfestival.com

 

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