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Sent: Monday, May 11, 2020 1:15 PM
Subject: THIS SATURDAY! Monte Awards Live Stream!
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NOW MORE THAN EVER, STUDENTS NEED AN OUTLET TO EXPRESS THEMSELVES ARTISTICALLY, AND RECOGNITION FOR ALL THAT THEY HAVE ACHIEVED.
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From: Unscrewed Theater <UnscrewedTheater@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, May 11, 2020 10:00 AM
Subject: Thank you for being you
Hi there.
Chris here.
Before I say anything else, let me say
THANK YOU.
And I mean it.
Thanks for knowing that we really want to open our doors and see your bright and shining faces.
Thanks for knowing that doing that right now doesn't make sense for any of us.
Thanks for meeting up with us online at our Drop-in class & Saturday night House Parties.
And thank you for digging deep into your wallets and pockets to help us pay the bills that keep coming in – even if you can't.
I am honored and amazed at the amount of support we received - across the board. Since we closed our doors on March 15th, you wonderful & generous people have donated over $7,500 dollars of your hard-earned money!
And we are just. absolutely. floored.
I wish I could give you all a great big hug – and as soon as I can, you know I will. We ALL will, darnit. Whether you want it or not.
To that end, we've got a new way for you to SHOW OFF your support – in the form of our brand-spanking-new MY MONEY HELPED SAVE THE FUNNY t-shirts! Delivered right to your door, or pick yours up in Midway Plaza right here in Tucson. Click here to order yours
$10 from the purchase of each shirt goes straight to the theater, and that shirt will go right on your back.
But wait, there's more.
Donate $100 (or set up a monthly donation of $10 or more) and we'll send you a shirt AND a $20 gift card to use once we open our doors again (We are planning a party you WILL NOT believe! Improvisers on the loose!)
Donate right here on our website - www.unscrewedtheater.org/product/monthly-donations/
I don't have any new news about when we'll be open for live shows – I sure wish I did. You probably know it's a day-by-day life we all live now. And just as soon as we know, you will.
In the meantime, we're creating more and more FREE online funny for you as often as we can. Our Quarantine Countdown was ever so much fun. And we intend to that again in the next few weeks. Keep your eyes on our Facebook page for details.
Every Saturday night we'll have our House Party @ 7:30. Register online and set your alarm for 7:30 to see what kind of funny our gang will bring to your living room!
Ready to take an online class? Got that.
Our Improv Drop-in Class is every Monday at 6:30. Come have some fun – no improv experience needed. Just bring your desire to have some fun and make some friends.
Want more?
Rolland Lopez & Rich Baker from Rollin' in Riches are joining us - live from their homes to ours! May 16 & 17 will be a weekend of virtual workshops that'll cover everything from how to REALLY embrace your absurd side to the guideposts you can use to increase your odds of making a great scene. All classes are only $30 - and limited to 14 people. Register soon!
Still more?
David Razowsky brings his NEW workshops to your device at the end of the month. Four 3-hour workshops May 30th – June 3rd. Raz says The secret to great improvisation is having an open mind and an acute sense of awareness. Everything else is icing on the cake.
Is there something else you'd like to see us do? Just shoot me an email, or give me a call.
We are YOUR community theater – from coast to coast. We're all in this together, and we want to do ANYTHING we can to make your RIGHT NOW the best it can be.
Until we can see your faces live and in-person live at Unscrewed Theater, we wish you all health and happiness in our current reality. Stay at home and wash your hands!!
See you at the
house party!
THANK YOU!
We could NOT do
this without you.
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Unscrewed Theater is located at 4500 E Speedway Blvd #39 – just west of Speedway & Swan in Midway Plaza on the south side of the street between Mama's Pizza & Sushi Ten.
Unscrewed is Tucson's ONLY 100% volunteer-run 501(c)(3) non-profit community theater dedicated to the fun and healing laughter found in improv comedy.
Want more info?
Give us a call at
(520) 289-8076
Unscrewed Theater
4500 E. Speedway Blvd. #39
Tucson, AZ 85712
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LET THE FEAST BEGIN
By Chuck Graham, TucsonStage.com
To help get through the coronavirus crisis Bernice Chesi and I want to encourage you to dine out now and then in the comfort of your own social-distance observing home.
Each weekend we are going to order out dinner from an iconic local restaurant, create as much of a restaurant atmosphere as possible at home, pretend we are dining out and report on the experience!
Even though some restaurants will be re-opening soon under restricted conditions, some Tucsonans will prefer to wait awhile and see what happens. Enjoying another carryout meal or two at home may be just the ticket.
The setting, bringing a special feeling to dishes from Ghini's French Caffe.
A sampling of roast beef beside a cut sandwich of tomato and brie, while a hefty vegetable soup waits in the wings.
The mussels traveled well, with an assist from the pasta and slices of baguette.
Of course, when life gives you lemons you make lemonade. And when the coronavirus closes all the restaurants, you give your own home a touch of Paris in the afternoon by ordering out from Ghini's French Caffe (on line at ghiniscafe.com, or phone 326-9095).
No doubt you'v already had a cup of French roast coffee and a croissant for breakfast (or maybe a mushroom omelette) but that was hours ago.
Keep the Tricolore flying in your heart with a tasty fresh selection of dishes from Ghini's, where everything is naturally fresh and locally grown, straight from farm to table.
Ordering something special for carry-out calls for more scene-setting than the usual pizza or Chinese. In doing these reviews we quickly learned the benefits of adding a few extra steps to the process, retaining more of each restaurant's special magic as the food slips from those carry-put containers and into your own bowls and plates.
We began our meal with an order of mussels, then for soups we choose two, French onion and vegetable, topped off by a roast beef sandwich and another one of tomato and brie.
Ghini's also offers a remarkably long menu of coffee drinks as well as mimosa variations served in a glass, or go for more with a small or large carafe.
Even though a delivery service is available at Ghini's, it cuts restaurant costs when you pick up the order yourself. So we did, also planning some extra prep time to re-heat the mussels and soups.
For the mussels, the oven was set at 175 degrees just to keep them warm while the soups were gently stirred as they heated.
At the table, those mussels turned out to be happy travelers. They were delicious, not dried out or exhausted, but thriving in their own white wine and garlic setting.
“We should have had two orders,” said Bernice.
That pair of soups turned out to be worthy roadies, as well. The French onion doesn't get the traditional in-restaurant presentation of onion soup topped with baguette and melted Gruyere, but those ingredients are in the bowl all the same, just tossed around a bit. That famous Ghini's French onion soup flavor will still command your attention.
As for the other bowl, with hearty cuts of grilled vegetables served in a herb tomato broth, what can possibly go wrong there. Positively nothing.
Meanwhile, the two cold sandwiches on baguettes were patiently waiting to be enjoyed with a promising glass of wine – your choice of colors.
Simple pleasure defines the brie and tomato sandy enhanced with garlic and vinaigrette. A little sneakier is Le Boeuf, slices of roast beef enhanced with lettuce and onion, extra spicy dijon mustard, mayonnaise and creamy horseradish.
Every sandwich comes with a choice of side dishes (baby greens, hash browns, sliced oranges or a small bag of Kettle Chips). Just for fun we picked the Kettle Chips.
Ghini's also likes to make a special event out of Sunday brunch, and before the coronavirus struck, out of Friday and Saturday evening dinners. As restaurant life returns to normal around the city, keep in touch with your French side by checking into the website, ghiniscafe.com
Bon appetit.
Chuck Graham and Bernice Chesi.
From: Winding Road Theater Ensemble <windingroadte@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, May 10, 2020 12:50 PM
Subject: A special VIDEO STREAMING event from our friends at ATC
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Live Theatre Workshop (LTW) is hosting an open call casting audition for all performing programs from 2:00-5:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 17, 2020 via Zoom.
Musical theatre, dramatic, and comedic actors are encouraged to show off their acting talents at the audition. Live Theatre Workshop casts roles for its professional Children’s Theatre musicals and Mainstage shows throughout the year and is casting all genders, ethnicities, and ages.
Some roles for the 2020-2021 seasons have already been cast. People auditioning should email a headshot and resume to Amanda Gremel at amanda.g@livetheatreworkshop.org.
You will be sent a link and a time slot to log in to Zoom and perform your audition. Please prepare a one-minute monologue. Those interested in auditioning for Children’s Theatre musicals can also prepare a 32-bar musical selection to pre recorded or live (if available) music. A Cappella songs are not recommended.
Once you are assigned a time we suggest you test out your technology, lighting, and sound to ensure that you are ready to shine when your auditions time begins. We appreciate your patience and willingness to perform for us in this online fashion. If there is a good role for you in this season, you will be contacted for call backs when it is safe to convene.
The Children's Theatre shows in 2020/2021 include:
The 2020/2021 Mainstage season has not been announced yet.
Live Theatre workshop staff cannot schedule individual or make up auditions, but those unable to attend the audition date may submit a headshot and resume via email. Additionally, those interested in stage management or other technical roles should submit a resume and cover letter to livetheatreworkshop@gmail.com.
Live Theatre Workshop produces inclusive, accessible and affordable professional theatre and theatre education that entertains, educates and enlightens children, adults, and families. Because art has the power to transform people and communities, LTW uses the performing arts to make a difference and pass on a passion for theatre to the next generation. LTW is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization supported by grants and generous people who appreciate LTW’s Mainstage plays, Children’s Theatre musicals, Etcetera Late-Night shows, and year-round theatre programming for children and teens that includes classes, summer camps and a young playwrights program.
https://www.livetheatreworkshop.org/getinvolved/audition.html
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From: Suz <suz@edithhead.biz>
Sent: Friday, May 8, 2020 3:15 PM
Subject: A CONVERSATION WITH EDITH HEAD News!
Save the Date - May 17th
Dear Fabulous Friends,
I have been thinking of you. I hope you, your families and loved ones are well. These are unprecedented times, and my heart (and HEAD) are with you! I wanted to let my SOCAL friends know that we have postponed our June engagement at North Coast Repertory in Solana, Beach , CA
but will be with them in June of 2021!
Please stay safe, stay in touch and know you are appreciated!
With Gratitude,
Susan "Suz" Claassen
Booking now through 2022
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During the Covid-19 Pandemic,
I have made several Zoom appearances for the
Motion Picture & Television Fund shut in residents.
It was wonderful to give back to those film and TV industry artists
who have entertained us for so many years!
See a video of "Miss Head" at MPTF!
Mark Your Calendars!
A One-Of-A-Kind Edith Head Event!
Sunday, May 17
Starting 7 pm ET/4 pm PT
The fabulous award-winning film and fashion historian,
Kimberly Truhler will interview "Miss Head"
in this special Zoom webinar!
Hear our "Edith" reflect about her years at Paramount
and some of her most stylish stars, including
Mae West, Dorothy Lamour, Barbara Stanwyck, Veronica Lake,
Hedy Lamarr, Bette Davis, Gloria Swanson,
Elizabeth Taylor, Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly!
$15
(a portion of proceeds will benefit
Miss Head's favorite theatre, The Invisible Theatre!)
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From: Unscrewed Theater <UnscrewedTheater@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, May 7, 2020 10:01 AM
Subject: Change up your quarantine routine
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That's right - thanks to the ✨magical power of the internet✨ we'll be bringing Rolland Lopez & Rich Baker from Rollin' in Riches live from their homes to yours!
Join us May 16 & 17 for a weekend of virtual workshops that'll cover everything from how to REALLY embrace your absurd side to the guideposts you can use to increase your odds of making a great scene. All classes just $30 - and limited to 14 people, register soon!
P.S. - if you're looking for more ways to practice improv from your couch, we've still got our Improv Drop Ins every Monday & Unscrewed House Party this weekend. So until we can see you in person - we'll see you online!
Rich Baker
A writer for Epic Rap Battles of History and author of the book Improv Made Easier, Rich Baker has performed with The Second City, ComedySportz Chicago, Mission Improvable, and the festival-headlining duo Rollin' In Riches.
A faculty member of The Second City since 2009 and freelance instructor, Rich has taught thousands of improvisers and performers across the country.
You can find his copious amount of content @richbakercoaching on Facebook and youtube.com/richbaker
Rolland Lopez
Rolland has been teaching and coaching improv for almost 5 years. He loves teaching, whether it's working with seasoned players or introducing Improv as a brand new concept to beginners.
His core tenets when teaching is to fully encourage while helping to guide and push students one small step outside of their comfort zone. Students have to reach but it's within their grasp and that way, learning, and incorporation of concepts can be easily done.
The exercises in his workshops are created with the real world (or stage) in mind. Players walk away being able to immediately use the concepts introduced the next time they're on stage.
He is currently a faculty member at the Westside Comedy Theatre and is based in Los Angeles. He's available to coach throughout the city as well as online and can also come to your town!
Saturday, May 16 - Rolland Lopez Workshops
Noon - 2pm: DOING DUO
If you've mainly done large group improv or even if you've been doing 2-person improv for a while, this workshop will help you make that transition stronger to put on a show where you're never in the wings! *
* Actually, sometimes it's okay to be in the wings in a 2-person show...we'll go over that in the workshop!
Register: https://bit.ly/RollandDoingDuo5-16-20
3 - 5pm: ABSURDITY: HOW TO GET AWAY WITH IT
You try to be funny or absurd or create a world different than the real world and it just doesn't quite land with the audience...why not?! This workshop will provide techniques and philosophies that will help you be as absurd as you want within the framework your show creates!
Register: https://bit.ly/RollandAbsurdity5-16-20
Sunday, May 17 - Rich Baker Workshops
Noon - 2pm: EMOTE CONTROL
How can an improviser perform stellar shows, memorable characters, and compelling 'yes, and...'? With real, grounded, powerful emotions. In this workshop, you'll learn how to actually feel your emotions and use them to skyrocket your performance game.
Register: https://bit.ly/RichEmote5-17-20
3 - 5pm: GUIDEPOSTS OF GOOD SCENE WORK
There are no guarantees in improv, but there are guideposts you can use to radically increase your odds of making a great scene. Based on his highly practical book, "Improv Made Easier," this Rich Baker workshop will teach you game-changing lessons to avoid common pitfalls and significantly up-level your scene work skills.
Register: https://bit.ly/RichGuideposts5-17-20
Do you miss us? We - REALLY - miss you! Until we can open our doors, we're bringing the funny online, so join us for a house party, digital drop in, or take a tour on our YouTube channel.
Mondays @ 6:30PM
Break out of your quarantine routine!
Join us online and connect with improvisers of all skill levels for a virtual silly session that just might become your favorite time of the week.
ABSOLUTELY NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY.
Have some fun with us - and break up your week a bit.
Register: https://bit.ly/UTZoomDrop-In
Free! Suggested donation: $10
Family Friendly Comedy
Saturday, May 9 @ 7:30PM
We're still holding our weekly house parties for all Unscrewed fans - far and near.
Join us online this Saturday @ 7:30PM for another Unscrewed House Party!
Click here to register to join us:
HOUSE PARTY!
Then set your alarm for Saturday @ 7:30 PM to find some virtual free funny!
We can't wait to see you!
Since we all need some smiles in our lives nowadays, all our fun, family-friendly, new online forms of improv are all FREE to whoever wants to participate.
If you do have some spare cash, please leave us tip via the donate button below. ANY amount you can give will help keep our theater afloat during these tough times.
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