Wednesday, August 24, 2005

Tucson: ARIZONA THEATRE COMPANY KICKS OFF THE NEW SEASON

 

 


From: Arizona Theatre Company [mailto:aztheatreco@aztheatreco.pmailus.com]
Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 12:02 PM
Subject: ARIZONA THEATRE COMPANY KICKS OFF THE NEW SEASON

 

 

For Immediate Release

 


August 23, 2005

 


April Brown 520.884.8210 x 8205

 

 

ARIZONA THEATRE COMPANY KICKS OFF THE NEW SEASON WITH PRIDE AND PREJUDICE

 

 

Jon Jory's world premiere adaptation of Jane Austen classic brings literature joyously to life

 

 

For nearly 200 years, Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice has remained one of the most popular novels in the English language. This fall, Arizona Theatre Company joyfully charges into its 2005-2006 season with a sumptuous world premiere stage version of this timeless romantic classic. Adapted and directed by Jon Jory, former longtime artistic director of Actors Theatre of Louisville and founder of the acclaimed Humana Festival of New American Plays, Pride and Prejudice runs from September 10 through October 1 at the Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave., in downtown Tucson and continues its run in Phoenix from October 6 through October 23 at the Herberger Theater Center and in Mesa from October 28 through November 6 at the Mesa Arts Center. Pride and Prejudice is supported in part by Nate and Tara Tanpiengco. The 2005-2006 season underwriters are I. Michael and Beth Kasser.

"It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife." Romance, beauty and wry comedy come together in the classic tale of the courtship of Elizabeth Bennett and Fitzwilliam Darcy. As Mrs. Bennett attempts to marry off her five daughters, Elizabeth, the daughter of a country gentleman, and Darcy, a rich and aristocratic landowner, engage in a romantic clash filled with charming flirtation and caustic wit. Elaborate society balls, hunting parties and smoldering looks propel Elizabeth and Darcy toward the altar to undo his pride and her prejudice, as they ultimately come together in love and self-understanding.

Audiences can look forward to highly theatrical staging in Arizona Theatre Company's colorful production. With a cast of fourteen playing 25 roles, adapter/director Jon Jory has created a quick-footed, swiftly moving, truly theatrical version of Austen's witty novel. "With Jon at the helm of this production," said Artistic Director David Ira Goldstein, "it has been easy to attract an astonishingly talented array of actors, designers and craftspeople to create the world of Pride and Prejudice.  Jane Austen's tale of the Bennet sisters and their various searches for their places in the Regency world of nineteenth-Century England is as current as ever. Her portraits of an astonishing array of characters are gloriously theatrical and an actor's dream. Austin's wit, her irony, her deep understanding of the human character in all its moods is as relevant, as timely, as involving and as truthful as ever. That's the definition of a great classic."

Pride and Prejudice is a co-production with San Jose Repertory Theatre where it will play from November 16 through December 30 and Alliance Theatre in Atlanta where it will play from February 8 through March 5.

Jon Jory, former artistic director of Long Wharf Theatre and producing director of Actors Theatre of Louisville, was also the founder and artistic director of The Humana Festival of New American Plays for 25 years. Mr. Jory returns to ATC having directed The Underpants in 2004. He has directed in many countries including Hungary, Greece, Canada, Germany and Ireland, and his work has been seen in international festivals in Yugoslavia, Australia, Hong Kong and Bulgaria. Mr. Jory has directed on and off Broadway and with many American regional theatres. He was also inducted into New York Theatre's Hall of Fame. Mr. Jory's adaptation credits include The Brothers Karamazov, East of Eden, Ozma of Oz, and an adaptation based on the short stories of Saki (Hector Hugo Munro). He has written several books for musicals, including She Stoops to Conquer.

Returning to ATC as Elizabeth Bennet is Julia Dion who played Louise in The Underpants. Her New York City credits include Filthy Stinking Rich at Ground Floor Theater, Bad Juju at Greenwich Street Theater, A Majority of One at the Jewish Repertory Theatre and Gum at the Mac Wellman Festival. Her regional theatre credits include performances at San Jose Repertory Theatre, The Shakespeare Theatre in Washington D.C., Actors Theatre of Louisville, Mark Taper Forum and Berkshire Theatre Festival. Making his ATC debut as Fitzwilliam Darcy is Anthony Marble whose regional credits include Twelfth Night at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park and Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, Leap at Cincinnati Playhouse, Henry IV Parts I and II at The Shakespeare Theatre in Washington D.C., and the Colorado Shakespeare Festival where he won an Ovation Award for his portrayal of Benedick.

Also returning to ATC are Arizona favorites David Pichette (Mr. Bennet), who played Ferris in Over the Moon, Don John in Much Ado About Nothing, Serge in Art, Adrian in Private Lives, Bottom in A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Renfield in Dracula, as well as dozens of roles in regional theatres throughout the country; Peggity Price (Mrs. Bennet), who played Gertrude Deuter in The Underpants and has performed regionally in over 50 plays at Actors Theatre of Louisville, Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Barter Theatre, Mark Taper Forum and others; Amy Resnick (Mrs. Gardiner/Miss Bingley), who was last seen in For Better or Worse and whose off-Broadway credits include Death of Frank, Goldberg Variations and I Think I Like Girls; and Remi Sandri (Mr. Lucas/Collins) who played Don Pedro in Much Ado About Nothing and whose most recent work includes A Chorus Line, The Underpants, the American premiere of That Was Then and an NEA/DOD sponsored tour to thirteen U.S. military bases playing the title role in Macbeth

Making their ATC debuts are Jennifer Erdmann (Lydia Bennet/Georgiana), whose regional credits include roles at San Jose Repertory Theatre, TheatreWorks, Marin Shakespeare Company and American Musical Theatre of San Jose; Krista Hoeppner (Jane Bennet), who has performed at The Old Globe, Geva Theatre, Dallas Theater Center and Madison Repertory Theatre; Joe Knezevich (Lt. Wickham), who is an associate artist at Georgia Shakespeare and whose regional credits include roles at Alliance Theatre, Horizon Theatre, Synchronicity Performance Group and Theatre in the Square; Pat Nesbit (Catherine de Bourgh/Housekeeper), who performed in the national tours of Biloxi Blues and Copenhagen and received Carbonell Awards for her roles in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, The Price, Collected Stories and The Middle Ages at Caldwell Theatre; Sarah Roberts (Mary Bennet/Charlotte Lucas); Liam Vincent (Mr. Bingly); Adele Bruni (Kitty Bennet); and Douglas Giorgis (Dancer/Officer). 

The artistic team includes Robert A. Dahlstrom (Scenic Designer) who designed ATC's production of The Underpants and has designed scenery, lighting, and costumes for many companies including ACT Theatre, Alliance Theatre, American Conservatory Theater, Intiman Theatre, San Jose Repertory Theatre, Seattle Repertory Theatre and many others; Michael Krass (Costume Designer), whose many recent Broadway designs include The Constant Wife, After the Night and the Music, Twelve Angry Men, night' Mother, and Reckless; Michael Philippi (Lighting Designer), whose Broadway designs include the 50th anniversary revival of Death of a Salesman and Steve Tesich's The Speed of Darkness; Peter Ekstrom (Composer); Stephen LeGrand (Sound Designer); Daniel Pelzig (Choreographer); Tamara Fisch (Assistant Director); Dianne J. Winslow (Dialect Coach); Glenn Bruner (Production Stage Manager); and Bruno Ingram (Stage Manager).

Tickets range from $26-$44 depending on date and section choice and are available at www.arizonatheatre.org or by calling the ATC box office at (520) 622-2823. Discounts are available for students, seniors and active military. Half-price student rush tickets are available for balcony seating for all performances one hour prior to curtain at the ATC box office (subject to availability; must show ID). For discounts on groups of eight or more, call (520) 884-8210 x 8204.

ATC will offer a Pay What You Can performance on Tuesday, September 13 at 7:30 PM. A limited number of tickets will go on sale at the Temple of Music and Art at 11 AM on the day of the performance. Purchases are limited to two tickets per order with a suggested donation of $5 per ticket and are sold on a first come, first served basis.  The tickets must be purchased in person and with cash only.

ATC offers audio-described performances for patrons who have low vision or are blind on Thursday, September 22 at 2 PM and Wednesday, September 28 at 2 PM.  Interested patrons may request a tactile tour one hour prior to curtain. Braille and large-print playbills are available upon request from the house manager. An American Sign Language-interpreted performance is offered Saturday, October 1 at 8 PM. Patrons who are deaf or hard of hearing will receive a biography of the interpreters, a description of the play and name signs of each character. An open-captioned performance is offered on Thursday, September 22 at 2 PM. As the play progresses, those in open-captioned seating will be able to read the play's dialogue displayed in large green letters on an LED. The service is for patrons with mild to severe hearing loss who may not be ASL-literate. Tickets for all performances are available through the ATC box office at (520) 622-2823. TTY access for the box office is available via Arizona Relay at (800) 367-8939 (TTY/ASCII).

For ticket information for the Phoenix and Mesa runs of Pride and Prejudice, call the ATC box office in Phoenix at (602) 256-6995 or visit our website at www.arizonatheatre.org

 


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ATC's Pride and Prejudice Fact Sheet

For more information about specific dates, times and special events related to the Tucson run of Pride and Prejudice, please visit ATC's Pride and Prejudice fact sheet.

Click here for the Pride and Prejudice fact sheet


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Click here to visit Arizona Theatre Company online and learn more about the 2005-2006 season

 

 

 

 

 

Tuesday, August 23, 2005

TTA: casting call - Independent Film Shoots in Tucson

-----Original Message-----
From: lazarwolf films [mailto:lazarwolf.films@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 12:24 PM
Subject: casting call

!Calling All Local Tucson/Phoenix Talent!
Independent Film Shoots in Tucson Feb. 2006 "Let's Play House"
Shot on Film, LA Crew
Paid Compensation
Auditions In September: For Info send headshot/resume to
lazarwolf.films@gmail.com

CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS:

-MALE 18-30, to play Irv, a young, struggling Elvis impersonator.
Professional Elvis impersonators welcome, but "look" and attitude are more
important.

-MALE 30's to play Glenn, a heartbroken science teacher

-FEMALE 18-25 to play Irv's wife. She wishes he'd drop this whole Elvis
thing and get a real job.

FEMALE 25-30 to play Glenn's wife.

-MALE + FEMALE 60's-80's to play Sonya and Charlie, an elderly European
couple who live next door.

-FEMALE 60'S+ to play Mrs. Sears, a senior at the Beverly Home who's in love
with an Elvis impersonator.

-FEMALE 14-18 to play one of Glenn's students

contact: lazarwolf.films@gmail.com
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Tucson: Theatrical Mime Theatre Studio Classes

 


From: Rick Wamer [mailto:ricgeocap@msn.com]
Sent: Monday, August 22, 2005 9:25 PM
Subject: Theatrical Mime Theatre Studio Classes

Theatrical Mime Theatre Studio Classes for Adults and Youth at ZUZI!
 
Contact:  Rick Wamer at 990-7425 or ricgeocap@msn.com
 
 
ADULT ENSEMBLE - AGES 18 +:      
 
No charge Inquiry session, Thursday August 25, 7:30 - 9:30
12 consecutive Thursday series, September 1 - November 17  
$180 for the series
Drop in fee: $20 per session
 
Lorie Heald and Rick Wamer, Artistic Directors of Theatrical Mime Theatre will teach the basics of mime acting, illusionary technique and ensemble performance for adults.  No experience necessary.  Class size is limited.  First come, First served.  Students have an opportunity to perform in an ensemble production that will be included as a part of Theatrical Mime Theatre's Winter/Spring performance this season at ZUZI!
 
 
YOUTH ENSEMBLE - AGES 10-17:
 
10 week consecutive Saturday series, September 17 - November 19
$120 for the series
Drop in fee:  $15 per session
 
Lorie Heald and Rick Wamer, Artistic Directors of Theatrical Mime Theatre will teach the basics of mime acting, illusionary technique.  A strong emphasis will be placed on ensemble performance.  No experience necessary.  Class size is limited.  Students will be encouraged to audition fot a TMT Youth Ensemble production that will be included as a part of Theatrical Mime Theatre's Winter/Spring performance season at ZUZI!
 
  

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Tucson: CAST AUDITIONS

 


From: Susan Arnold [mailto:smarnold@dakotacom.net]
Sent: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 12:11 AM
Subject: Re: CAST AUDITIONS

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                          August 18, 2005

CALL FOR CAST MEMBERS:  The C.A.S.T. - Clean and Sober Theater
is looking for young people to join this dynamic theatre troupe for the 2005-2006 season.  Also auditioning supporting cast members.


The C.A.S.T. is composed of young people between the ages of 13 and 23 whose lives have been impacted by addiction, either through their own use or that of a family member or friend.

They undergo intensive training to gain insight into the pressures affecting their addiction and recovery, help create a script, and then take the stage to reveal the progression of the disease, the impact on family members and the challenges of recovery.

The C.A.S.T. performs at high schools, middle schools, elementary schools, treatment centers, and conferences, educating young people, families, and the professionals that serve them, on issues regarding drug and alcohol use and addictive disease.

Cast members rehearse 8-20 hours/week throughout the year.

Cast members perform 1-3 shows per week during the school year, beginning in Fall.

Cast members are paid for rehearsals and for performances and contracted for a year from July through June.



If you fit the profile of a C.A.S.T. member or if you know someone else who does:
CALL
The C.A.S.T. Office at: 237-1303
email:
sarnold@compasshc.org

Interviews will take place by appointment ASAP

The C.A.S.T. is a program of Compass Health Care, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, which
provides alcohol and other drug addiction treatment, prevention, and education programs for all those in need, regardless of their ability to pay.

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Monday, August 22, 2005

Tucson: Monolog Cabin's 7th all-new revue

 


From: Steve Barancik [mailto:sbarancik@cox.net]
Sent: Monday, August 22, 2005 10:05 AM
Subject: Monolog Cabin

WHAT: Monolog Cabin's 7th all-new revue
WHO: Charlotte and Faitha Lowe-Bailey, Steve Barancik, Margo Taylor, Ken Cahall, Fred Knipe and Mike Sterner, ably emceed by Paul Fisher
WHEN: Saturday August 27th, 7pm, and Sunday August 28th, 3pm (Doors open half hour ahead of show)
WHERE: Club Congress at the Hotel Congress, 311 E. Congress,  520- 622-8848
COST: $5 at the door
                    http://hotelcongress.com/club/
READ THE RECENT DAILY STAR ARTICLE:
 

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Tucson: Second annual Lesbian Shorts theater festival!

-----Original Message-----
From: Ry Herman [mailto:ariel_and_kyra@hotmail.com]
Sent: Monday, August 22, 2005 9:55 AM
Subject: Second annual Lesbian Shorts theater festival!

The Bloody Unicorn Theater Company will present LESBIAN SHORTS II, their
second annual festival of lesbian-themed original one-act plays, this
September at the Temple of Music and Art.

This year's shows include "What If I Don't", by Rebekah Lopata, "Paris", by
Lyralen Kaye, "Save", by Adam Szymkowicz, "A Lover's Quarrel, A Parent/Child
Conflict, And A High Speed Car Chase All Neatly Resolved In Under Fifteen
Minutes (Just Like In Real Life)", by Matthew Hanson, and "Lemonade", by
Ginger Lazarus. There will also be performances by Midriff Crisis, Tucson's
leading tribal bellydance troupe.

The festival runs from September 2 through September 11 at the Cabaret
Theater of the Temple of Music and Art, 330 S. Scott Ave. in Tucson.

The shows will be presented Fridays at 7:30 PM, and Saturdays and Sundays at
both 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM, and all plays will be presented at each
performance.

Tickets are $14 and can be reserved by contacting
bloodyunicorntheater@yahoo.com or calling (520) 990-3628. More information
is available at www.bloodyunicorn.com.

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Tucson: LTW presents NEIL SIMON'S "Last of the Red Hot Lovers"

 


From: MsKOLoera@aol.com [mailto:MsKOLoera@aol.com]
Sent: Friday, August 19, 2005 4:06 PM
Subject: upcoming show at Live Theatre Workshop

Live Theatre Workshop
Proudly Presents
 
NEIL SIMON’S
Last of the Red Hot Lovers
 
Directed by
Chuck Rankin
 
“Delightfully hilarious and witty… a genuinely brilliant play…” N.Y. Post
 
It’s 1968 and Barney Cashman (Jeremy Thompson) at the age of 47 wants to join the sexual revolution before it passes him by. The problem - Barney is a gentle soul with absolutely no experience in adultery and has a true-blue wife of 23 years that he loves. What to do? Find a safe affair! The three choices are:  Elaine (Jodi Rankin), a flaunting sexpot linked to the Mafia, Bobbi (Missie Scheffman) a kooky actress, or Barney’s wifes best friend Jeanette (Nell Summers).  In three desperately endearing attempts, follow Barney as he explores his sexuality, his marriage and ultimately his true self.
 
 The show opens on Saturday,  Sept 3, 2005 and runs through Sunday  October 2, 2005. Show times are
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:30, Sunday matinee at 3:00.  Enjoy an Post Show Opening Reception Saturday, Sept. 3, 2005 and meet the cast!  Tickets range from
$15 – $13. There will be two preview performances,
Thursday Sept 1 &
Friday Sept 2, 2005 - only $10.
call  520- 327-4242. 
 

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BookPALS (Performing Artists for Literacy in Schools)

-----Original Message-----

From: Kristin Coleman [mailto:ballyhoo1@mindspring.com]
Sent: Sunday, August 21, 2005 3:36 PM
Subject: BookPALS (Performing Artists for Literacy in Schools)

Hello,

I am a SAG member in Tucson. Could you post these flyers for me?

Thanks! K.C.



ACTORS WANTED!!!

There is an audience waiting for you...


The most unconditionally approving audience for whom you will ever have the chance to perform...


The Children of Arizona Need You

The simple fact that you can read this flyer makes you different from hundreds
of thousands of people across the United States who cannot read.
Illiteracy is a major problem.
You are uniquely qualified to help the children of our area.

BookPALS (Performing Artists for Literacy in Schools),

a program of the Screen Actors Guild Foundation, needs volunteers ‑
professional actors, theater students, and interested community members
to read aloud to children at elementary schools
in at-risk neighborhoods on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis.

In 1993, BookPALS was founded by Barbara Bain (of Mission Impossible fame) in
Los Angeles and now includes 18 chapters nationwide. Its premise is clear:
"Children must be exposed to the magic of books to develop a love of reading.
Who better to make that magic come alive than actors, gifted in the art of
storytelling?"

Help a child to discover the power of reading, to develop critical thinking and
vocabulary, to ignite imagination and to feel connected to the world around us.
Use your significant influence and unique creative abilities as a professional
actor to show children that books can be just as entertaining as television and
video!

The unexpected rewards that you will receive are immeasurable.

You're never too old, too wacky, too wild
to pick up a book and to read to a child
- Dr. Seuss

To learn more about BookPALS and how you can get involved,
please contact Ellen Dean, Arizona BookPALS Coordinator,
via e-mail (cdean112@cox.net) or phone (602 750-2923).



Ellen Dean, AZ Coordinador 328 W. El Camino

Phoenix, AZ 85021

edean@bookpals.net

(602) 750-2923

www.bookpals.net





BECOME A BOOKPAL

BookPALS (Performing Artists for Literacy in Schools), a nationwide program of the Screen Actors Guild Foundation, is an organization of enthusiastic actors, -theater students,- educators, and community members who volunteer their time to visit classrooms on a weekly basis to read aloud to kids for an hour (1/2 hr per classroom). These are children in high-risk, disadvantaged schools who may have no one at home to read to them. You will make a BIG difference in their lives.

Using your talents as an actor and expressive reader, you can bring stories to life. You can take words from the page and create worlds! Here's a chance to practice your creative skills and talents, while giving back to your community in a way that is uniquely yours.

Don't worry, training and book lists are provided. I promise you many unexpected rewards and the most appreciative audience ever!

Visit the BookPALS web site at www.bookpals.net to see what our 19 branches are doing across the country.

Call Ellen Dean (602) 750-2923 for more information or sign up here and mail to: 328 W. El Camino, Phoenix, AZ 85021

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Thursday, August 18, 2005

Tucson: New Kiva Motions Puppetheatre presents "Aesop's Fables"

 

Date: Tue, 16 Aug 2005 14:40:48 -0700 (PDT)

From: newkiva motions <puppetheatre@yahoo.com

Subject: See you in Sept.

For immediate release

8-15-05    

For more information contact:  

Barbara Mocking New
Kiva MotionsPuppetheatre  

3645 N Los Altos
Tucson, AZ 85705  
520-887-5144
puppetheatre@yahoo.com

 Saturdays & Sundays The first 3 weekends in Sept.

 New Kiva Motions Puppetheatre, Arizona’s  premier professional puppet theatre will be presenting “Aesop’s Fables”. New Kiva Motions always puts an irresistable twist on every  story. out who WILL bell the cat. Is size a measure of value? What do YOU think the moral of the  story is anyway?  After the show meet the puppets up close and make a simple puppet to take home with you. All ages welcome.

Shows are at 4pm at the Red Barn, 948 N. Main. Tix are $5/person  ( kids and adults), low income bus pass or AHCCCS card gets you in for $2. No charge for infants Call 887-5144 for more info. We are wheelchair accessible, non smoking, lots of parking.  New Kiva Motions is a non-profit, tax-exempt corporation providing quality puppetry and theatre related arts to Arizonans since 1976.

 As always, comps are extended to any member of a Tucson non -profit arts /performance  organization.

 

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Tucson: Borderlands Theater presents THE WOMAN WHO FELL FROM THE SKY

-----Original Message-----
From: Eva Tessler [mailto:wetborderdog@hotmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 18, 2005 4:13 PM
Subject: Borderlands Theater Press Release THE WOMAN WHO FELL FROM THE SKY

PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Eva Tessler

08/17/05
wetborderdog@hotmail.com

BORDERLANDS THEATER TO PRESENT THE PLAY THE WOMAN WHO FELL FROM THE SKY/ LA
MUJER QUE CAYO DEL CIELO BY VICTOR HUGO RASCON BANDA.

Back by popular demand! This is the true story of Rita Quintero, a Raramuri
(Tarahumara) Indian who is found wandering the streets of Kansas City. When
the local authorities don’t understand her language and can’t figure out who
she is, Rita is committed to a mental hospital for 12 years. Finally her
identity is discovered by Miguel Angel Giner, a Mexican school teacher. In
order to free Rita, Giner unleashes several lawsuits against the authorities
and hospital responsible for her ordeal. This trilingual production takes
an extraordinary and bold look at cultural insensitivity and its impact on
both sides of the border. Featuring, Award Winning Mexican actress Luisa
Huertas (The Crime of Padre Amaro).

September 14-25, 2005
Leo Rich Theater (Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church)

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE AND TICKET INFORMATION:
• Rush 9/14, 7:30 pm
• Preview 9/15, 7:30 pm
• Opening Celebración: 9/16, 7:30 pm
• Regular Performances: Wednesdays through Saturdays at 7:30pm and
Sundays
at 2 pm.
Ticket prices: $10.75- $18.75 with various discounts.

Post- Performance Discussion and Panels with Luisa Huertas and our Community
Partners:
• 9/15-sponsored by ASU School of Social Work
• 9/18- sponsored by Coalición de Derechos Humanos/Alianza Indígena
Sin
Fronteras. (Native American Day with post-performance reception).
• 9/23- sponsored by the Asylum Project of Southern Arizona
• 9/25 -sponsored by the U of A State Museum, Cultures in Contact
Series.

RESERVATIONS (520)882-7406
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COMUNICADO DE PRENSA
PARA DIVULGACION INMEDIATA
Contacto: Eva Tessler

Agosto 17, 2005
wetborderdog@hotmail.com

BORDERLANDS THEATER/EL TEATRO FRONTERIZO INC PRESENTA LA OBRA THE WOMAN WHO
FELL FROM THE SKY/ LA MUJER QUE CAYO DEL CIELO DE VICTOR HUGO RASCON BANDA.

Con la actiz mexicana Luisa Huertas (El Crimen del Padre Amaro).
Regresa a petición popular!
Esta obra narra la historia veridical de Rita, indígena Rarámuri
(Tarahumara) quién es encontrada vagando por las calles de la ciudad de
Kansas City. Como las autoridades locales no entienden su lengua y no
pueden establecer su identidad , Rita es internada en un hospital
psiquiátrico por doce años. Finalmente su identidad es desvendada gracias a
Miguel Angel Giner, un maestro mexicano radicado en la región. Con el
objectivo de libertar a Rita, Giner inicia procesos jurídicos contra las
autoridades y el hospital. Esta producción trilingüe (inglés, español y
rarámuri) desenmascara de manera incisiva la falta de sensibilidad cultural
y su impacto en ambos lados de la frontera..

SEPTIEMBRE 14-25, 2005
Leo Rich Theater (Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church)

HORARIOS Y BOLETOS:
• Rush 9/14, 7:30 pm
• Pre-estreno 9/15, 7:30 pm
• Estreno y Celebración: 9/16, 7:30 pm
• Presentaciones: de miercóles a sábado a las 7:30pm y domingos a las
2 pm.
Boletos: $10.75- $18.75 con varios descuentos.

Discusiones y Paneles con Luisa Huertas y organizaciones comunitárias
después del espectáculo:
• 9/15-ASU School of Social Work
• 9/18- Coalición de Derechos Humanos/Alianza Indígena Sin Fronteras.
(Dia
del Indígena y Recepción después del espectáculo)
• 9/23- Asylum Project of Southern Arizona
• 9/25 U of A State Museum.

RESERVACIONES (520)882-7406

Eva Tessler
Artistic Associate
Borderlands Theater

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Tucson: Casting Call - independant film

independant film comes to Tucson!!!


Reply to: anon-90892614@craigslist.org
Date: 2005-08-17, 10:00PM MST


LA Independants is coming to Tucson!!!

We are casting for a full length independant feature that will be shoot here in Tucson over the next year and a half.

Do you love to act??!!!?
We have many roles to fill.

This will be an action adventure film with class and intelligence.

We need men and women of all ages and ethnicities...whether this would be your first time acting or you are a weathered veteran

Call ASAP for auditions:

520.304.9341 ask for X
  • this is in or around Tucson area
  • no -- it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
  • Compensation: monetary compensation for lead roles, copy and credit for supporting roles
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Tucson: Indie film casting info


Dear TTA List Members,

Below is more information about the I-10 road trip movie coming through
Tucson. This is the 3rd announcment related to this project. To see
previous posts including the story, roles, and rules, go to
http://tucsonstage.blogspot.com/2005/08/tucson-casting-indie-flick-info-send
.html

Break-a-leg,

Bill
TTA List Administrator
http://tucsonstage.com

-----Original Message-----
From: Madeline Hatter [mailto:amadelinehatter@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2005 10:04 PM
Subject: Indie casting info

Hey, thanks again for your interest despite our lack of a budget, and even
more thanks for your patience.

I'll note ahead of time that we still don't want to know the design of your
character. This project is kind of a mockumentary. Things about it are
fake, but the cast's reactions to your improvisation are real.
And while we definitely want comedy, keep in mind that there's a
socio-political undertone to it.
i.e., gas prices rising, etc.
_____________________________________

The driving route:
Atlanta to Montgomery to Mobile to New Orleans to Baton Rouge to Houston to
SAntonio to El Paso to Tucson to Phoenix to L.A.
and
L.A. to Las Vegas (if time permits) to Albuquerque to Amarillo to OKC to
Little Rock to Memphis to Birmingham to Atlanta
_____________________________________

Additional scripted extras:
-[ATL] Ondray's Boss (has dialogue)
-[ATL] People in a restaurant (one girl has a line) -Cell phone girl (in
L.A.) -Guy pals of the Photographer's cousin (in L.A.) -the photographer's
dad, a former porn star who's most famous character was Vladimir Donkova
"The Red Rhino." He's now living somewhere in the Southwest. (he doesn't
ride, we'll visit him) _____________________________________

That said, I have audition info for you:

Include the usual: Name, address, phone#

Answer these questions:
1) Do you plan to play a scripted part or a rider?
2) If you're a rider, what are your pick-up and drop-off points? (stick to
places along the hwy)

Send an audition video, no longer than 5 minutes by email: send to
amadelinehatter@gmail.com by snailmail (DVD preferred, or VHS ):
Box 961004 / Riverdale, GA 30296

Do your worst!

Mad

Wednesday, August 17, 2005

Tucson: LOCAL INDEPENDENT FEATURE FILM - OPEN AUDTION

-----Original Message-----
From: Awake Production Team [mailto:awakethemovie@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, August 16, 2005 11:56 PM
Subject: LOCAL INDEPENDENT FEATURE FILM - OPEN AUDTION

LOCAL INDEPENDENT FEATURE FILM - OPEN AUDTION

Guerrilla filmmakers seeking male and female actors, ages 18 - 24, for a
dark romantic comedy. Film contains nudity and profanity, mild violence,
and no animal testing. This is a "No-Budget" production, with heavy
smoking. Must like coffee and doughnuts. We are looking for funny,
talented, attractive actors, please be 2 of 3!

The Writer/Director has a film degree from the UofA and isn't afraid use it.

The Producer is an established local studio owner.

The Script is lucid, intelligent, witty, and has 5 years of development
behind it.

Let's have some fun and make a movie!!

Auditions will be held at The Basement Recording Studio, 137 E. Congress St
#2 (Entrance from back alley between Congress and Pennington), September 3rd
and 4th, from 10am to 4pm. Prepared film monologues and resumes/headshots
welcomed, but not required.

Preview trailers and information about the film are available at
http://www.gusadelic.com/awake.

For more information, please call 520-409-4142 or email
awakethemovie@gmail.com.

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Monday, August 15, 2005

Tucson: Arizona Onstage Productions seeking a Wynonna Judd and Princess Di look alike

 


From: Kevinj65@aol.com [mailto:Kevinj65@aol.com]
Sent: Monday, August 15, 2005 6:59 PM
Subject: Arizona Onstage Productions seeking a Wynonna Judd and Princess Di look alike

Arizona Onstage Productions is looking for two actresses that can look/sound like either Wynonna Judd or Princess Diana - for their upcoming play with music TALK OF THE TOWN playing the last week of September and the first week of October.  This is a paid position.  There will only be five rehearsals for these roles.  If you applied in the past for these roles, please do so again, as there has been a hard drive crash that killed all the contact information.
 
call director Kevin Johnson at 270-3332 for more information. 
 

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Tucson: Auditions for Las Nuevas Tamaleras

 


From: PRISCILLA MARQUEZ [mailto:catalinaplayers@comcast.net]
Sent: Monday, August 15, 2005 6:49 PM
Subject: Auditions for Las Nuevas Tamaleras

 

Catalina Players....Tucson Dinner Theatre Since 1983


PlayLas Nuevas Tamaleras by Alicia Mena
 
Audition Date:  August 25, 2005
 
Time:  6:30 PM   to 9:00 PM
 
Where:  Prescott College Tucson Center
               2233 E. Speedway Blvd (just west of Tucson Blvd.)
 
What to bring:  1.  Picture & resume if available (we will take your picture if you don't have one)
                             2.  A prepared monologue or cold read from the script available
 
Needed:  5 Women ages 20 -65, Latina or submerged in the Hispanic culture.  A small stipend will be paid.
 
About the playLas Nuevas Tamaleras is a fun and sometimes hilarious play about three young Latina women trying to recreate their mothers tamale making traditions.  They are helped along on their adventure by the spirited past as they laugh and sometimes disagree on how to make tamales.
 
Questions:  Call Priscilla Marquez  520- 304-9171 or Norma Medina  520- 889-1878

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Tucson: more info - Cast and Crew Sought for Haunted Cornfield - PaidPositions


From: CLIFTON DANCE [mailto:clifdance@msn.com]
Sent: Monday, August 15, 2005 7:43 AM
To: AIVF; William Dell
Subject: Re: [Aivf-members] Cast and Crew Sought for Haunted Cornfield - PaidPositions

 
Hello! 
And thank you for your response to our quest.
We are still in the planning stage for outscourcing of the acting troupe for the Haunted Cornfield. There will be openings for 6 to 12 experienced performers and another 10 openings for novices and students looking for apprentice positions.
Pay will be determined by experience level with the top rate at $60.00 per performance and a per diem/travel expense of  $15.00.
Your application will be “listed” and you will now receive all pertainent postings regarding audition times and subsequent matters as final schedules get firmed up. Please be patient. There will be no assignments made for another month or so and auditions will be set prior to that so you’ll have plenty of notice. 
 
In the meantime, all information, pics and resumes may be sent along to me here at clifdance@msn.com.
Please, keep in touch!
As Always,
 
Clif Dance
 
 
----- Original Message -----
From: Aivf-members@aivftucson.org
Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2005 2:04 PM
Subject: [Aivf-members] Cast and Crew Sought for Haunted Cornfield - PaidPositions
 
Be a part of Nick Buckelew's Annual Three Points Haunted Cornfield

Sure you've been to a haunted house, but can you imagine the frightening
possibilities of the Haunted Corn Field?  The Buckelew Farm Pumpkin
Festival and Corn Maze (see attached photo), located 22 miles west of
Tucson in Three Points, has been a staple of local Halloween activities for
about 15 years, including the "The Haunted Corn Field."  Be a part of this
scary holiday tradition, if you dare.

About ten people will be needed as actors and technical help for the last
three Fridays and Saturdays in October.  They will be paid $75 per night.
One or two rehearsal nights may be required.

Interested actors and technical help should contact Clif Dance at
520-869-9639 or clifdance@msn.com  Commitments are needed early for
planning purposes.

(See attached file: Buckelew Maze.jpg) _______________________________________________
photo link http://www.pipeline.com/~drmemory/Buckelew%20Maze.jpg 
 
 

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Saturday, August 13, 2005

Tucson: CASTING NOTICE

 


From: Terry Howell [mailto:thowell@arizonarose.cc]
Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2005 8:30 PM
Subject: CASTING NOTICE

CASTING NOTICE

FOLLOW-UP  CALL for NO BUDGET film musical planning to submit to major film festivals.  To be produced and Directed by a graduating University of Arizona student. Rehearsing in August &  Shooting  in September. There are 12 principle roles with ONE ROLE left to be cast.  PLUS  we need another 4 dancers for the dancing ensemble.    The primary  setting is a  backstage audition for a New York musical.



DANNY :     male - 18 to 30 - likes the ladies - knows he's hot - singer and/or dancer a plus BUT not necessary if your the right good actor


DANCERS:  Male and Female - age 15 & older  - all disciplines - come prepared to dance and
                    learn a combination


________
 Call (520) 888-0509 or contact  Luke Howell <lukeh@email.arizona.edu>

to schedule an interview  

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Tucson: casting Indie Flick info (send pics/resumes if you like it)

-----Original Message-----
From: Madder Hatter [mailto:themadderhatter1@hotmail.com]
Sent: Saturday, August 13, 2005 1:29 PM
Subject: Indie Flick info (send pics/resumes if you like it)

Thank you for all of your interest!  The response is wonderful.

First things first:  Just so that we are all on the same page, this is a
non-union, non-paying gig.
This flick is ultra indie, guerilla style. ONE TAKE.
Think Taxicab Confessions meets Reservoir Dogs & Half Baked on a Road Trip.

Tentatively, we're looking to start in
September/October.
___________________________________

The story:  

A lady corporate drone needs R&R.
Her confidant, the philosophical cafeteria dude downstairs has never been
west of Birgmingham.
Her photo snapping friend from the in-town cafe is road tripping to L.A.
soon to visit his cousin.
The problem:  he's having the damdest time trying to find money for gas. So
they all decide to ride together, plus post ride space for rent on the
internet to offset costs.

When they hit the road, they're just picking up people who responded to the
post, plus a few "hitchikers."  When the cast says, "So, what's taking you
west?"  All kinds of hell breaks loose.
___________________________________

Fixed Roles:

Ondray, the burned out corporate drone (filled) Walt, the philosophical
cafeteria dude (filled) Mike, the L.A. bound photographer (filled)
___________________________________

A few defined bit parts:
1)  The Ultra-Smart Beatnic, Level 1
He sounds like that guy in the closet from the 80s movie "Real Genius," but
THIS guy is on the run from the Feds for appearing on two game shows in the
same year (yes that's a real crime).

Line:  "There's no database for it, so I just died my hair and told 'em a
different name.  I don't care. I'm flying to France so they can't touch me."

2)  The Really Kinky Old Chick (a woman doing Dave Chappelle's Rick James)
who likes young guys.
Level 2

3)  The Ethnocentric Asian Guy (think Black Power from an Asian perspective)
who is going to Hollywood to give the execs a piece of his mind about
casting Asians stereotypically.
He picks up in Texas or Arizona.
___________________________________

Improv Roles-- 2 levels
1)  not really going all the way to L.A. (or Atlanta on the return end), but
will ride for a while
2)  only there for a couple of exits

For most of the extra characters, we're giving the actors free reign.  If
you're a rider pissed about politics, get in and start ranting.
If you can be "Jack Nicholson bumming a ride,"
that's cool.  

Don't TRY to be funny though; be natural.
Quirky is better than rattling off a stand-up routine.
Develop who you want to be--even if you're just being you, but DON'T TELL US
what you're going to do.
Just let us react.
___________________________________

RULES
1)  Don't tell us what your character is
2)  DO tell us your pick-up and drop-off points
3)  When we pick you up, don't tell your ride to go home. Have them follow
because we're not taking anyone home.
4)  DO NOT do anything that is or can be construed as illegal
ex:  rob a gas station right before we pick you up
5)  DO NOT pretend to put us in harm's way
ex:  pretend to rob us (without prior warning)

I hope this pretty much does it for everyone. If you have any more
questions, e  me

A.Madeline Hatter

The Next Phenomenon in Contemporary Fiction!
http://www.amhatter.com

_________________________________________________________________

Original Announcment:

Casting for Indie Flick

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Reply to: anon-90545702@craigslist.org
Date: 2005-08-11, 10:50PM MST

Can you improv any character? Any situation?
Well, we're looking for you!

We're casting improv actors along the I-10W route
from Houston to L.A. to play quirky bit parts
in a road trip movie.

Characters range across racial and gender lines.
Ages vary as well, but we're aiming for young 20s
to mid 30s.

This is non-union.
Unpaid.

this is in or around Tucson

no -- it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial
interests

Compensation: Experience

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Tucson: Casting for Indie Flick

Casting for Indie Flick


Reply to: anon-90545702@craigslist.org
Date: 2005-08-11, 10:50PM MST


Can you improv any character? Any situation?
Well, we're looking for you!

We're casting improv actors along the I-10W route
from Houston to L.A. to play quirky bit parts
in a road trip movie.

Characters range across racial and gender lines.
Ages vary as well, but we're aiming for young 20s
to mid 30s.

This is non-union.
Unpaid.
  • this is in or around Tucson
  • no -- it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
  • Compensation: Experience

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Friday, August 12, 2005

Tucson: Cast and Crew Sought for Haunted Cornfield - Paid Positions



-----Original Message-----
From: Brian A Mc Laughlin [mailto:bamclaughlin@raytheon.com]
Sent: Friday, August 12, 2005 4:04 PM
Subject: Cast and Crew Sought for Haunted Cornfield - Paid Positions

Be a part of Nick Buckelew's Annual Three Points Haunted Cornfield

Sure you've been to a haunted house, but can you imagine the frightening possibilities of the Haunted Corn Field?  The Buckelew Farm Pumpkin Festival and Corn Maze (see photo), located 22 miles west of Tucson in Three Points, has been a staple of local Halloween activities for about 15 years, including the "The Haunted Corn Field."  Be a part of this scary holiday tradition, if you dare.

About ten people will be needed as actors and technical help for the last three Fridays and Saturdays in October.  They will be paid $75 per night.
One or two rehearsal nights may be required.

Interested actors and technical help should contact Clif Dance at
520-869-9639 or clifdance@msn.com  Commitments are needed early for planning purposes.



photo link http://www.pipeline.com/~drmemory/Buckelew%20Maze.jpg


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Tucson: OPP Schedule Update 8/12 & Seeking Editing Equipment

-----Original Message-----

From: Brian A Mc Laughlin [mailto:bamclaughlin@raytheon.com]

Sent: Friday, August 12, 2005 9:21 AM

Subject: Seeking Editing Equipment or Film to Digital Conversion

Bill Lesley has 10,000 to 15,000 feet of film which he wants to convert to digital for editing. If the conversion to digital is not affordable or available, he would like to use film editing equipment (flatbed, film bench, rewinds, movie scope, etc.). If you can help him, or point him in the right direction, call 205-1777 or write to dryheathere@hotmail.com

Thanks,

Brian


From: TheJunkyardDiva@aol.com [mailto:TheJunkyardDiva@aol.com]
Sent: Friday, August 12, 2005 9:44 AM
Subject: OPP Schedule Update 8/12

Thanks to Adrienne and Ry for a good workshop on self-producing plays and getting published.  We will be reading the submissions for Play-In-A-Day opening night showcase this coming Monday, August 15th.  I am sure we could benefit from actors who would like to attend and help us get these 8 plays read.

The official announcements regarding The 4th Annual Play In A Day, November 4 & 5, 2005 in co-operation with Zuzi and The Historic Y will be forthcoming.  Writers, Actors and Directors who already know they are interested in participating may email TheJunkyardDiva@aol.com to be included and get early confirmation.

Join us for our regularly scheduled meetings on Monday evenings at 7PM at The Temple Of Music & Art, 330 S. Scott Ave., upstairs in the rehearsal hall behind the Cabaret.

August 15

Short plays by OPP members to be considered for Play-In-A-Day

8 great short plays/no critiques

August 22


Ben and Zelka by Alex Rogers (1st read)

Money To Burn by Kelly Hardesty (2nd read)

August 29

An Opening At Gate House by Kelly Hardesty (1st read)

September 12- Full Length

Circle Jerk by Richard Chaney (2nd read)

September 19th- Full Length

About Beth by Nancy O'Conner (new play, 1st read))

September 26

The Carousel Play (formerly Elysian Grove) by Jack Frakes (3rd read)

October 3

The New And Improved Corporal Flynch by Adrienne Perry (2nd read)

October 10

Dead Cat by Ry Herman (2nd read)

Threasymachus Lives by Bruce Bridegroom (2nd read)

October 17th


Sylvia Goes To The Shore by Jerry Elias (2nd read)

October 24

Burden-Child Of Saint Paul by Manuel Peters (2nd read)

October 31


The Game by Jerry Elias (2nd read)

November 4 & 5

PLAY IN A DAY

See you Monday!

Autrey
Sec. OPP
TheJunkyardDiva@aol.com
  
 

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Christian Youth Theatre Auditions (ages 8-18) for "Tom Sawyer"

 
Christian Youth Theatre
Auditions (ages 8-18) for "Tom Sawyer" will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2005, at the
St. Frances Cabrini Parish Hall

Auditions begin at 9:00 AM and continue until Noon
Call Backs are from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM

Children and teens (ages 8-18) must be registered in Fall session classes in order to audition.

Join CYT Tucson for Classes and Audition for "Tom Sawyer"


Call 520-751-7510 to register.


Our Gang (Ages 6-7)-- This high-energy class introduces children to the fundamentals of theater. The class includes music, drama games, skits, songs and theater fun. It is designed to build self-confidence and stimulate the imagination. This age group is not eligible to audition for the session production.

Curtain Up!-- This multi-faceted beginning drama class deals with the fundamentals of acting, staging, movement and interpretation. Learn how to use one’s senses and draw upon them to develop characters. Other areas covered include improvisation, pantomime and readers’ theater.

Act Like You’re Dancing! -- Learn to dance while developing and staying in character. In this exciting new class you will explore using fundamental musical theater dance in combination with your acting skills.


Stand Up and Sing -- This dynamic beginning voice class will cover all the elements of good singing techniques. Students will receive training in how to use their voices correctly and how to have a confident audition. Emphasis will be placed on proper breathing and support. This important class is for everyone who has ever wanted to…Stand Up and Sing!

Beginning September 12, 2005 through November 14, 2005



Mondays from 6pm-8pm
Our Gang 6pm-7:30pm


Classes at St. Frances Cabrini


(One block south of Ft. Lowell just east of Country Club)

Auditions for "Tom Sawyer" on Saturday, September 24, 2005

Must be enrolled in CYT Fall class session to audition.

Please Call 520-751-7510 for Details.

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Tucson: The Red Barn Theater Open House


From: Hoptoad1@aol.com [mailto:Hoptoad1@aol.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2005 10:09 PM
Subject: The Red Barn Theater Open House

       The Red Barn Theater will be celebrating a birthday!!!  The theater will be celebrating 12 years since Rosemary Snow first opened the doors. It has come a long way the last 12 years including a resident company, The Red Barn Theatre Co. also the Childrens Drama Group and the Barnstorm Player.  Come help us celebrate on Saturday August 27th from 5 to 7 pm.  There will music and entertainment and lots of free food and drink.  All are welcome. The Red Barn Theatre is located at 948 N. Main.  ( 1 block south of Speedway on Main St)  for further information, call the theater at  520- 622-6973  
 

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Thursday, August 11, 2005

Tucson: GLBT comic actors/writers wanted for an upcoming show

-----Original Message-----
From: dajonzboy@cox.net [mailto:dajonzboy@cox.net]
Sent: Thursday, August 11, 2005 7:37 PM
Subject: GLBT comic actors/writers wanted for an upcoming show

GLBT comic actors/writers wanted for an upcoming show in December... Think
you're funny? Think you're gay? Homoneurotic Productions wants to hear
from you!
We are producing a revue in early December and want committed, creative and
fun GLBT folk to help write and perform. Or just write. Whatever works.

For more info, please write (or send something funny) to:
Homoneurotic@cox.net

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Tucson: Attention Actors, Dancers, Physical Comedians, Clowns etc...



Sent: Friday, August 05, 2005 10:20 AM
Subject: Attention Actors, Dancers, Physical Comedians, Clowns etc...

ARIZONA ACROBATICS
At ORTSPACE


Acrobatics/Tumbling Class
14-Week Fall Session
Women and Men / Ages 13 through Adult
Level: Beginner to Advanced

Monday 5:30-7:00P

ORTSPACE / 121 East 7th Street (at 7th Avenue)

Improve your flexibility while strengthening and toning all muscle
groups.


Acrobatics/Tumbling


A 90 Minute open-level class for beginners through advanced ages 13+.  A
1/2 hour warm-up of battements, developes, simple and complex back
arching moves, strength building, exercises and individual stretching
techniques, followed by mat and floor work to include (but not limited
to): rolls, handstands, cartwheels, backbends, front and back limbers &
walkovers, tinsicas, front & back handsprings and aerial movements such
as aerial cartwheels ("no-handed cartwheels") and somersaults.


Fall Session A (8 Weeks)
September 5, 12, 19, 26
October 10, 17, 24, 31


Fall Session B (6 Weeks)


November 7, 14, 21, 28

December 5, 12
 


*Each class is 90 Minutes in length
**Summer Session now in progress at ORTSPACE

*      Registration for Session A is $104 and is due by September 5.
*      Registration for Session B is $78 and is due by November 7.
*      Early-bird Special: Register by August 15 PAY ONLY $140 for all
14-weeks.
*       Try the class for only $8 (one-time trial rate/first class ONLY)

*       Watch the current class in action on Mondays at ORTSPACE.

Interested? Have questions?

Please contact Bevan Bluemer at


(520) 615-9455


or via email at arizonaacrobatics@cox.net.


Bevan Bluemer began studying Acrobatics in 1990, in Holyoke,
Massachusetts. In 1993, she began instructing this dance form, as well
as choreographing routines for National Competitions. She has studied
with various Acrobatics experts including Chuck Kelly at the Broadway
Dance Center in NYC. Ms. Bluemer has a B.A. in Writing, Performing and
Directing for the Stage from the University of Massachusetts/Amherst,
and currently works at Arizona Theatre Company.

Other terms of enrollment:
Enroll at anytime for a prorated fee of $13/class. Participate on a
"drop-in" basis for $15/class. 
There will be no class on October 3, 2005

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Wednesday, August 10, 2005

Tucson: Stage Manager Wanted for Borderlands Theater

-----Original Message-----
From: John Sweeney [mailto:sweeney.john@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, August 10, 2005 7:38 AM
Subject: Stage Manager Wanted for Borderlands Theater

Borderlands Theater Company (www.borderlandstheater.org) is looking for an
experienced Stage Manager for their reprise trilingual production of "The
Woman Who Fell From the Sky". This is a paid position.

Please contact:
John Sweeney
Production Stage Manager
Sweeney.John@gmail.com
(520) 444-6628

The Woman Who Fell From the Sky/

La Mujer Que Cayó del Cielo

By Victor Hugo Rascón Banda
Directed by Barclay Goldsmith

Back by popular demand! This is the true story of Rita Quintero, a Raramuri
(Tarahumara) Indian who is found wandering the streets of Kansas City. When
the local authorities don't understand her language and can't figure out who
she is, Rita is committed to a mental hospital for 12 years. Finally her
identity is discovered by Miguel Angel Giner, a Mexican social worker. In
order to free Rita, Giner unleashes several lawsuits against the authorities
and hospital responsible for her ordeal. This trilingual production takes an
extraordinary and bold look at cultural insensitivity and its impact on both
sides of the border. Featuring, Award Winning Mexican actress Luisa Huertas
(The Crime of Padre Amaro).

September 14-25, 2005

Leo Rich Theater (Tucson Convention Center, 260 S. Church)

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Tuesday, August 09, 2005

FW: AUDITION NOTICE

 


From: MysteryTheater@aol.com [mailto:MysteryTheater@aol.com]
Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2005 3:26 PM
Subject: AUDITION NOTICE

Audition Notice:

 

Longest running dinner theater in Arizona is holding auditions for their new location in Tucson (close to the University of Arizona). THESE ARE ONGOING PAID POSITIONS. We are currently casting both a dinner show and a children's theater show. Adult Actors of all ages and types are needed, as well as stage managers and accompanists. Please send your resume and head shot to mysterytheater@aol.comBob  520- 624-0172. 

 

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Tucson: Arizona Opera casting men to be supernumeraries for CARMEN


From: Keri Muir [mailto:keri@azopera.com]
Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 2005 3:17 PM
Subject: Arizona Opera

 

Arizona Opera is looking for men to be supernumeraries for CARMEN.  These are non-singing, non-speaking roles, with very little salary, but lots of stage time. 

 

Since the men would play roles of soldiers and bullfighters, we are hoping to find young, fit men to participate.  The dress rehearsals and some of the performances take place in Phoenix, so you would need to be available to travel.

 

The first rehearsal is September 17, and the last performance is October 16.

 

If you are interested, please contact us for further information and an exact schedule.

 

Keri Muir

Production Stage Manager

ARIZONAOPERA

3501 N. Mountain Avenue

Tucson, AZ 85719

(520) 293-4336 ext. 405

keri@azopera.com

 

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Monday, August 08, 2005

Tucson: New podcast on tucsonstage.com

Dear TTA List members,
 
Episode 2 of the Tucson Stage Podcast is available for your listening pleasure....
 
Interview with Susan Claassen
Interview with Susan Claassen, Artistic Director of The Invisible Theatre Company in Tucson, AZ on the kickoff of their 35th season.

Bill
TTA List Administrator

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Sunday, August 07, 2005

Tucson: Course in Audition Technique


From: The Studio for Actors [mailto:acting-courses@the-studio-for-actors.com]
Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2005 2:26 PM
Subject: Course in Audition Technique


Acting & Audition Technique

at The Studio for Actors

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 weeks
Monday nights, August 15th through September 19th *
6:15-8:30pm at The Studio for Actors

*  If you must miss a class for some reason, you pay for it, and then when that class rolls around again (in approximately four weeks), you may take that class for free. For example, if you miss night number three, you pay for it, and then take night number three when it is offered again.

$45/week.  Call Anna Risley at 881-2363 for details and to sign up.

For information on this and 14 other courses at The Studio for Actors, please visit:
http://www.the-studio-for-actors.com

For information on Anna Risley, please visit:
http://www.the-studio-for-actors.com/#AnnaRisley
and
http://www.the-studio-for-actors.com/acting-coach.htm

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Saturday, August 06, 2005

Tucson: Happenings at the Red Barn Theatre

 


From: Hoptoad1@aol.com [mailto:Hoptoad1@aol.com]
Sent: Friday, August 05, 2005 4:17 PM
Subject: happenings at the red barn

Listed below are some of the things happening at the Red Barn:

1.  Recital by Talented Youth:  Anyone interested in performing in a recital at the Red Barn  should phone the theatre at 622-6973. There will be a recital on Friday August 12 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for 12 and under. Participants are free. 
 
2.  Eileen Lupkes will be in concert on Sat. August 13th . She will be accompanied by guitar and violin. Eileen is knwn throughout the Tucson and Benson area. Tickets are $3.00 adults/$2.00 twelve and under. Call the theatre for further information.

3.  A singalong and joke jam will be held on Friday August 19 at 7 p.m. Snacks will be served and a drawing for prizes.  There will be a NAME THAT TUNE contest for prizes. Adults $3.00 Children 12 and under $2.00  The theatre is located at 948 N. Main.  (  1 block S.of Speedway on Main)

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Thursday, August 04, 2005

Tucson: Castsing Call and Crew Call

Two Casting Calls and a Crew Call from the Tucson Weekly....

Call To Actors

Auditions for To Be a Superhero, a mockumentary comedy, will be held Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 8 and 9. Roles are for one male and one female in 20s to 30s age range, and resumes will be gathered for secondary characters. Call 520-742-1806 for more information.

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Call To Actors

Four Points Sheraton
1900 E. Speedway Blvd. Tucson, Arizona  Map to this location

Auditions for an independent drama film about law enforcement are from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6. Pay deferred. Call 520-876-5361 for more information or an appointment.

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Call To Theater Personnel For Two Films

Wild Oats
3360 E. Speedway Blvd. Tucson, Arizona  Map to this location

Interviews for cameraman, director, producer and makeup artist/hairdresser for two films, one short and one documentary, will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 6 and/or Sunday, Aug. 7. Cameraman and director must be sincere animal lovers and able to make a great short; producer will help sell film. No upfront pay. Call 520-409-8538 to confirm.

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Tucson: Reel Vision Filmmakers' Conference

-----Original Message-----
From: Jana Segal [mailto:reelinspiration@hotmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2005 11:36 PM
Subject: RE: Tucson/REEL INSPIRING CONTEST SCREENING

Reel Vision Filmmakers' Conference, October 21-23, 2005, Radisson Hotel,
City Center Tucson, Arizona. Get an edge into the film business as world
class instructors, including Linda Seger, help you realize your unique
vision. Industry professionals such as distribution rep Mark Steven Bosko,
present cutting edge tools to market your film. Network with other talented
filmmakers including Kate McCallum of Universal. Early registration: (by
September 21) $85 for two days. (The regular price is $100.) Price includes
notebooks and Featured Filmmaker Luncheon. Information at:
www.reelinspiration.org, reelinspiration@hotmail.com

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Tucson: Commercial Shoot In Need Of Actors

From the Tucson Film Office...
 
Commercial Shoot In Need Of Actors

Actors are needed for a commercial shoot, with characters that fit specific descriptions. A headshot and resume is required by August 8th. You may email or fax this information or make arrangements for delivery. If selected, you will be scheduled for a casting call to take place on August 10th. This is not a general call for actors--specific character types are wanted. Some spots require Spanish-speaking. All spots are paid positions for principals and non-speaking parts. Agents have received this request for actors. For a list of the specific characters needing casting, call or write: David or Cyndee Wing, dwing@earthlink.net, Voice: 520-624-4240, Fax: 520-629-0737.
 

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Wednesday, August 03, 2005

Tucson: Lisa Otey - fundraiser for drama and art students at Studio Connections

-----Original Message-----
From: lisa@owlsnestmusic.com [mailto:lisa@owlsnestmusic.com]
Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2005 12:27 PM
Subject: Lisa Friday, Kathleen Saturday

This week, Lisa appears at Studio Connections, 9071 E. Old Spanish Trail,
Friday at 7pm (731-1559). http://www.studioconnections.net/index.html. This
event is a fundraiser for drama and art students at the studio. It is also a
jam, so bring your voices and other instruments!

Also.... Kathleen Williamson is getting celebrating the release of her new
CD on Owl's Nest records, "The Sacred Spud", Saturday, Aug. 6 at 334 E. Lee
St. at 7pm. Come wish Kathleen a great year in NY as she gets yet another
doctorate (!) and pick up a copy of her new CD, full of wonderful new
original songs and featuring many of her friends, including yours truly,
Lisa Otey. For more info, call 520.370.4215.

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Tucson: BORDERLANDS THEATER AUDITION NOTICE

-----Original Message-----
From: James Workman [mailto:jworks247@cox.net]
Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2005 11:43 AM
Subject: BORDERLANDS THEATER AUDITION NOTICE

Borderlands Theater is looking for a few good performers!!!

We are looking for:
Performers of diverse backgrounds to participate in a Youth Project and the
infamous A Tucson Pastorela

The Youth Project will begin rehearsals in September '05 Workshop and
Performance in October '05
Needed:
Experienced Performers
Ages 18-68, all backgrounds
Improv, Movement, and some Voice Training a Must.
Borderlands Theater, will workshop a new piece of theater with middle school
students, for school tour opportunities.

A Tucson Pastorela will begin rehearsals in late October '05, performances
begin Thursday December 8, 2005 Performers all ages, and all backgrounds
Must have some voice & movement training Come play with us in this
delightful retelling of the trek to the Nativity. Music, dance and modern
farce are used to recant a new version of an old story.

Auditions will be held August 13th between 11:00am-8:00pm, with possible
Call Backs the 14th.

Please call Borderlands Theater for appointment and more information.
Box Office line: 882-7406
Office line: 882-8607

Alida Wilson-Gunn/Eva Tessler/Emily Pratt

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Tucson: OPP Workshop/August 8

 


From: TheJunkyardDiva@aol.com [mailto:TheJunkyardDiva@aol.com]
Sent: Wednesday, August 03, 2005 9:24 AM
Subject: OPP Workshop/August 8


On August 8th, in lieu of a play reading, Adrienne Perry and Ry Herman
will run a workshop/seminar on "The Next Step: Self-Production, and
Submitting Your Work For Contests, Productions, and Publications."

OPP members and non-members are invited to attend.

330 S. Scott Ave. Temple Of Music & Art, upstairs behind the Cabaret in the rehearsal hall at 7:00 PM.

Free.
  

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Tucson: Dinner theater audition notice

-----Original Message-----
From: Jan Henderson [mailto:lighthorse5@yahoo.com]
Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2005 9:11 PM
Subject: Dinner theater audition notice

Call for actors for Murder Mystery theater.
M-any age
F- any age
F-can play 18-30
Now casting 2 shows.
These are ongoing paid positions.
Please email head shot and resume
to:lighthorse5@yahoo.com
or call 520-881-8283

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Monday, August 01, 2005

Tucson: IFASA Three Minute Thriller Contest Announcement

-----Original Message-----
From: Brian A Mc Laughlin [mailto:bamclaughlin@raytheon.com]
Sent: Monday, August 01, 2005 2:31 PM
Subject: IFASA Three Minute Thriller Contest Announcement

The Independent Film Association of Southern Arizona (IFASA) announces its
annual Three-Minute Thriller contest and event. Filmmakers are invited to
produce and submit a Halloween short, no longer than three and a half
minutes in one of the following categories:
1. Thriller/horror
2. Sci-fi/fantasy
3. Comedy/spoof horror
4. Experimental
5. Youth production

Rules
1. Films must be no more than three and a half minutes, including an half
minute of credits.
2. Films need to be shot between the dates of January 1 and October 22,
2005. DEADLINE: Films must be received by October 22, 2005.
3. The entry fee is still only $13.
4. Films can be shot on any format, but must be submitted on ½ inch VHS,
mini DV, or DVD. Films will be screened on VHS.

Entries will be screened at IFASA's Halloween event on October 29, 2005 at
The Loft Cinema, where winners will be announced. (Prizes to be
determined.)

Entries MUST include the following:
1. A completed copy of the entry form and a signed release.
2. ½" VHS tape, Mini DV, or DVD of the movie 3. Synopsis: one or two
sentence description of the film.
4. Credits: a complete principle cast and crew list.
5. Entry fee: Make $13 check payable to: Independent Film Association of
Southern Arizona 6. Include a still shot if available for publicity
purposes.
7. Director's bio to put on website should you win (optional).

Entries must include a SASE if they want their tapes returned and a
self-addressed stamped postcard for confirmation of receipt.

Your submission package should be shipped prepaid and properly packaged to:

THREE MINUTE THRILLER
5189 W. Wood Owl Dr.
Tucson, AZ 85742

See the IFASA website ( http://www.aivftucson.org ) for more information and
entry and release forms.

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Tucson: Tucson Teen Counts on Local Support

Dear TTA List Members,

This post is a little off topic, not that I have anything against shameless
self-promotion. I'm not really an American Idol fan for that matter. I
like to limit list announcements to items that are of value to most people
on the list, such as auditions, casting calls, crew calls, classes and
openings. However, today I have a soft spot for a young Tucsonan seaking
the spotlight. Please do not take this as a greenlight to flood me with
self-promotion announcments.

Thank you,

Bill
TTA List Administrator
http://tucsonstage.com

P.S. Today I am launching a new addition to the service - Pod Casting. The
inaurgual eposode can be found on the home page of the TTA List,
http://tucsonstage.com

P.P.S. Break-a-leg, Torah

-----Original Message-----
From: news@torah-idol.com [mailto:news@torah-idol.com]
Sent: Sunday, July 31, 2005 6:57 PM
Subject: Press Release for TTA List

From: torah-idol.com
Contact: media@torah-idol.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

TUCSON TEEN COUNTS ON LOCAL SUPPORT AS SHE HEADS TO AMERICAN IDOL-SEASON 5

August 1, 2005-Tucson, Arizona Tucson teen, TORAH, heads off to San
Francisco in August to audition for the popular Fox show, American Idol.
You've probably seen her perform the National Anthem at various sporting
venues around town. You may have seen her at a fair or festival performing
as Pammy K with her group Wild Angel or singing and dancing with Kids
Unlimited, Protege or Belle Milage. Even if you haven't heard of her YET,
you can count on hearing about her soon. Torah fans are organizing a
gathering at the audition, complete with signs, banners and t-shirts to make
sure their 2005 TUCSON IDOL (not affiliated with Fox)gets through the first
round of competition. TorahNATORS, as they are called, plan to enlist
support for Torah and see that she domiNATES the competition.

The TorahNATORS are counting on help from Tucson locals to come support
Torah. They have put out a call to arms for fans to show up at 6:00 AM on
August 18th at Cow Palace in San Francisco to cheer on their girl. Fan
coordinators will be on scene to ensure fans do not interfere with the
audition process or get hung up in lines. Torah signs and t-shirt transfers
are available for download from her website http://torah-idol.com . A small
quantity may be available at the audition.

Can't make it to San Francisco? Visit Torah's website and show your support
by signing the guest book or forum and remember to tune in to Fox in January
of 2006 and hopefully see your own TUCSON IDOL, Torah, take the stage.

For more information about Torah or the TorahNATORS, visit the website at
http://www.torah-idol.com

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