Monday, December 02, 2024

Old Pueblo Playwrights weekly meeting, 12-2-24

 

From: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, December 1, 2024 8:00 PM
Subject: Reminder/Invitation to attend OPP weekly meeting, 12-2-24

 

Old Pueblo Playwrights cordially invite you to attend their weekly zoom meeting Monday, December 2, 2024 beginning at 7pm.  This will be a hybrid meeting, which means some of us will gather in person at St. Francis in the Foothills church. ( Campus map attached)  The rest of us will attend via the Zoom link below. 

 

FEATURED PLAYWRIGHT: 

 

NO MEMBER PLAY WILL BE READ AT THIS MEETING.  

 

SPECIAL EVENT: 

Five writing students of our member, Richard Thompson will regale us with samples of their own compositions.  We don't know what to expect from these budding young authors but they are excited to read their works for us and get our input about their writing.  

 

COMING ATTRACTIONS: 

DEC     9 ZOOM    "Is There A Doctor on Board?" by John Heyl  (1- min)

                                Cast:

Flight attendant - Ellie Vought

First year medical student - Brandon Joule; 

Captain - Scott Berg

Passenger #1 - David Cunningham

Passenger #2 - Ron Pullins

Stage Directions/Feedback Facilitator - Debra Vassallo

       

DEC   16  HYBRID  "Sir Gawain and the Green Knight" by Ron Pullins (70 min) 

         Cast list:

         Ellie Vough

                 Kim Lawry

                 Miles Chandler

                 David Youngerman

                 Scott Berg

                 Sydney Flynn

                 Leslie Powell  

                 Liisa Rose, moderator

 

DEC   23 ZOOM OPEN 

DEC   30 ZOOM "AIAIO" by Mel Hector  (2nd read)

 

JAN      6  HYBRID  AUDITIONS FOR THE NEW PLAY FESTIVAL AT ST FRANCIS IN THE FOOTHILLS

 

JAN     13  TENTATIVE "My Girl" by Scott Berg  (2nd read – vote)

                                The Man - Eric Everts

 Stage Direction/Facilitator  - Dave Sewell

JAN     20  HYBRID  "The Chemo Lounge" by John Vornholt  (1st read)

JAN     27 ZOOM OPEN

FEB       3 HYBRID OPEN 

FEB 4-9 -2025   OPP 36TH ANNUAL NEW PLAY FESTIVAL AT THE CABARET

Co-chairs: Liisa Rose and Scott Berg

Tech Director: Alex Alegria

FEATURED PLAYWRIGHTS  -  SO FAR:

Sharon Surhoff, Jeff Webster, Mel Hector, Gavin Kayner, Michael Singervalt, David Rochon, Leslie Powell, Sydney Flynn, Vince Flynn, Liisa Rose.

FESTIVAL SCHEDULE:

THURSDAY 2/6 7:00 (70 Minutes) Murphy's Son- Michael Singervalt

FRIDAY 2/7 7:00 (95 Minutes) Cassandra – Jeff Webster

SATURDAY 2/8 2:00 (89 Minutes) Six Mile Inn- Sharon Surhoff -32 Finding Mary Tyler Moore- David Rochon- 27 Last Man Standing- Gavin Kayner- 30

SATURDAY 2/8 7:00 (108 Minutes) You Never Know- Mel Hector

SUNDAY 2/9 2:00 (59 Minutes) Southern Hospitality- Liisa Rose- 12 Savage- Liisa Rose- 12 Grace- Sharon Surhoff- 13 Crossroads- Leslie Powell- 11 Ash is to Ashes- Liisa Rose- 11

SUNDAY 2/9 7:00 (49 Minutes) MIL-ILF- Liisa Rose- 9 Fifty-Six- Liisa Rose- 8 Telling Mrs. Fairchild- Sydney Flynn- 7 Pat's Story- Vince Flynn- 10 To Making it Home- Liisa Rose- 8

 

FEB      10 ZOOM RECAP OF OPP NPF

FEB      17 HYBRID OPEN

FEB      24 ZOOM OPEN

MAR      3 HYBRID "His Father's Son" by Zink  (4th read) 

 

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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Old Pueblo Playwrights Reminder/Invitations are sent to nearly 200 individuals including all paid members, (34) actor/readers (60) and general mailing list (102) plus one time invitees. 

 

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Tucson Fringe Tickets & Passes On Sale Now

 

From: Tucson Fringe <tucsonfringe@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, December 1, 2024 3:05 PM
Subject: Tickets & Passes On Sale Now

 

 

We have one show live on Zoom on Thurs, Jan 9. All live in-person shows are Fri, Jan 10 through Sun, Jan 12. Don't forget that on each show's ticket link, you can send a digital donation that will go directly to the artists. Details about each show are listed on our website. You can purchase tickets and passes by clicking the link below.

 

Buy Tickets

 

 

How do I Get a Free Pass to the Festival?


If you're looking to save money but still want to see some great entertainment, consider volunteering and helping us with our box office during the festival weekend. You'll also get the 2025 Tucson Fringe T-Shirt pictured below. It isn't too complicated, we'll have a venue manager overseeing the box office, and you'd be helping out a local charitable non-profit organization. The link for signing up is below.

 

Volunteer Sign Up

 

 

 

 

Want a T-shirt but don't want to volunteer?


Visit our T-Shirt Fundraiser by clicking the link below. Shirts are $20 and you can get female style or male/unisex style in any size that a shirt can be made. The fundraiser will end on December 16th, so we have time to get the shirts printed and shipped to everyone before the festival. You'll also be helping out a charitable organization.

 

2025 T-Shirt Fundraiser

 

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Ballet Tucson special opportunity for student dancers

 

From: Ballet Tucson <operations.ballettucson.org@jdij2r.fi84.fdske.com>
Sent: Sunday, December 1, 2024 1:58 PM

 

 

 

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A special opportunity for student dancers

 

 

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Our School of Ballet Tucson Masterclass Series continues on December 7th with world-renowned Principal Ballerina Noelani Pantastico! Noelani is a passionate dancer, teacher, coach, stager, and director originally from Oahu, Hawaii. She had a celebrated career as a leading dancer with Pacific Northwest Ballet and Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo.

 

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗦 𝗡𝗢𝗪 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡!

Join us Saturday, December 7th at The School of Ballet Tucson for three classes:

 

10-11:30 Intermediate Ballet with Q&A (ages 10-14)

11:30-1:15 Advanced Ballet with Q&A (ages 15-20)

1:15-2:30pm Advanced Repertoire (ages 15-20)

 

Participation fee: $30 (free to School of Ballet Tucson students)⁣⁣

Pre-registration is required. Call (520)623-3373 or email school@ballettucson.org

 

Due to the holiday weekend, staff availability will be limited. Staff will respond to all emails and voicemails as soon as possible. We thank you for your understanding and wish you a very happy holiday!

 

 

 

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Come Together, Remember Forever!

A world of wonder awaits you at Ballet Tucson's The Nutcracker in partnership with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra! Treat your loved ones to Tucson's favorite holiday tradition. This award-winning production brings the enchanting story of The Nutcracker to life with sensational dancing, lavish sets and costumes, and Tchaikovsky's magnificent score performed by the Tucson Symphony Orchestra's world-class musicians.

Don't miss the highlight of Tucson's holiday season. The perfect gift for the whole family!

Ballet Tucson's partnership with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra is generously underwritten by The James H. and Frances R. Allen Family Foundation in loving memory of Kimberlee Allen.

 

GET YOUR TICKETS

 

 

 

 

 

Another beloved holiday tradition you don't want to miss!

 

 

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The Sugar Plum Tea

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 2:00pm

University of Arizona Grand Ballroom

 

The regal elegance and glamour of the Sugar Plum Fairy herself are captured in this High Tea event that is fun for the whole family. Experience the magic of the season with sensational performances, an awe-inspiring selection of holiday gifts and silent auction items, photo opportunities with characters from The Nutcracker, delectable fare, and a special gift from Le Macaron. This exquisite event is the perfect place to begin your holiday celebrations!

 

Ticket sales end December 3rd!

Single tickets are $75 for adults and $65 for children. 

VIP Snow Tables and Premier Drosselmeyer Tables are now sold out.

 

 

 

GET YOUR TICKETS

 

 

 

 

For personal assistance, please contact us via email at operations@ballettucson.org or call (520) 903-1445.

Due to the holiday weekend, staff availability will be limited. Staff will respond to all emails and voicemails as soon as possible. We thank you for your understanding and wish you a very happy holiday!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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