Monday, June 23, 2025

Old Pueblo Playwrights weekly meeting, 6-23-25

 

 

From: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, June 23, 2025 3:45 AM
Subject: Reminder/Invitation to attend OPP weekly meeting, 6-23-25

 

Old Pueblo Playwrights cordially invite you to attend their weekly meeting, Monday, June 23 beginning at 7pm.  This is the fourth Monday of the month so we will meet only in our dedicated Zoom room with our host OPP Treasurer, Mel Hector.  (Zoom link below COMING OPP ATTRACTIONS:)

 

Our format always includes an opening section inviting all to share personal experiences in their theatrical world.  What have you seen, been in, look forward to.  What opened, closed or is soon to audition?  You get the gist.

 

FEATURED PLAYWRIGHT: DEBRA VASSALLO

JUNE    23 ZOOM  " Home Sweet HOA Home" by Debra Vassallo  2nd read (70 min TO BE TAKEN)

             Alexis - Kristen Kallen-Keck

                                  Philipa – Diana Ouradnik

                                 Savannah – Robin Carson

                                 Carl – Adrian Cory

                                 Tim – Joe Smith

                     Stage directions – David Youhgerman

                    Facilitator – Gavin Kayner

 

 

COMING OPP ATTRACTIONS:  

JUNE    30 ZOOM  "The Reading" by John Heyl   (1st read – 10 min)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sandra - Kristen Kallen-Keck

Maestro Luciano - Drew Kallen-Keck

Stage Direction and Facilitator: Lisa Rose 



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

AUG       11 HYBRID  OPEN

AUG       18 HYBRID  OPEN

AUG       25 ZOOM OPEN

 

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

 

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

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

 

Your OPP Secretary,

ZINK aka David Zinke

Be Good To You

                                               

 

 

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Thursday, June 19, 2025

Saguaro City Music Theatre: FREE SCREENING of SHREK 2 at THE LOFT, Saturday June 21

 

From: Saguaro City Music Theatre <sagcitysocial@saguarocity.org>
Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2025 5:09 PM
Subject:
🥬From Swamp to Stage... SHREK: The Musical!🥬

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Get your tickets to Shrek the Musical at either Bookmans location and save 10% with any purchase!

 

 

SUMMER FUN AT THE LOFT CINEMA (Saguaro City will be there!)

 

 

 

Beat The Heat At The Movies!

 

Join us for free movies, entertainment and popcorn!

Plus, a very special live performance by cast members of Saguaro City's upcoming production of Shrek The Musical, right before Saturday's screening of Shrek 2!

 

 

 

 

 

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Troubadour Theatre casting male-identifying actors age 13-18 for Singin' in the Rain

 

From: Troubadour Theatre <troubadourtheatre@yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2025 6:57 PM
Subject: Troubadour Theatre casting male-identifying actors age 13-18 for Singin' in the Rain

 

Troubadour Theatre is looking for a young male-identifying actor age 13-18 to play the character of Don Lockwood in our upcoming production of Singin' in the Rain Jr.  This is performed as part of our Broadway Bound musical theatre camp, and we are in need of male-identifying actors capable of taking on this leading role.  This is a youth production, so actor must be 18 years old or younger. 

 

If any other youth theatre directors see this, we would appreciate it if you have any actors in your programs you think would be a good fit you could forward this information to. 

 

Singing and acting skills/training are needed, as well as basic dance skills (does not need advanced dance training as long as they could pick up basic choreo).  Singing skills are more important than dance experience for our casting.    

 

Auditions are on the first day of camp on June 30 (but if anyone is interested only in this role specifically, and would like to audition in advance, we can arrange that).  Scholarships to the camp are available for anyone who is interested but can't pay the camp fee.

 

Camp/rehearsals run weekdays June 30-July 18 9:00am-4:30pm each day (no camp on July 4). Rehearsals will be in the rehearsal hall at Arizona Theatre Company 330 S Scott Ave.  Performances take place at Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre, 738 N 5th Ave.  Performances will be 3:30 and 6:00 on Friday July 18.   

 

You can read about our camps on our website here, http://www.troubadourtheatre.com/camps The Broadway Bound camp is listed as full, but we have one opening we are holding for a male-identifying actor who could potentially play Don Lockwood.  Please email Kristen Wheeler at troubadourtheatre@yahoo.com if you are interested.  You can also call 520-980-9578 with questions.

 

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The Invisible Theatre presents: Sizzling Summer Sounds!

 

From: The Invisible Theatre <betsy@invisibletheatre.com>
Sent: Thursday, June 19, 2025 9:08 AM
Subject: Sizzling Summer Sounds!

 

Not-To-Be-Missed

 

 

 

Three Performances Only!

July 9, 11 and 12, 2025

7 PM $35

The Invisible Theatre Cabaret!

 

Sizzling Summer Sounds features the amazing talents of vocalists Joe Bourne, Liz Cracchiolo, and Sarah Tolar, backed by a stellar ensemble of jazz musicians

Angelo Versace, Colin McIlrath,

and Pete Swan.

 

 

 

 

Joe Bourne

July 9, 2025

 

The Great Gentlemen of Swing, Blues,

and Pop!

 

Get ready for a most dazzling night of timeless tunes and smooth sophistication

that forever influenced

generations. Sway to a smoky blues ballad or snap along to a big band swing tune and let the legacy live on—one note at a time.

 

 

 

Liz Cracchiolo 

July 11, 2025

 

Velvet & Vino: Cool Sounds of the Swinging 1960s 

 

A sultry, tribute to the iconic women of mid-century jazz. An evening of lush melodies and smoky grooves that pairs sophisticated swing with vintage cool. All served up with a full pour of elegance, nostalgia, and a touch of class and sass !

 

 

 

 

Sarah Tolar

July 12, 2025

 

Sarah Tolar: From NYC to Tucson – A Journey in Song

S

Step into a world where the shimmering pulse of NYC meets the soul of a Tucson night. Join acclaimed jazz vocalist Sarah Tolar for an evening of music, memory, and transformation. This is an unforgettable journey—with no passport required!

 

 

 

Tickets are available 24/7 through AudienceView at www.invisibletheatre.com.

Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express are accepted.

Group Sales Available

520-882-9721

ONLINE TICKETING

 

Performances are at The Invisible Theatre

1400 North First Avenue

Tucson, Arizona 85719

 

 

 

 

 

www.invisibletheatre.com

 

 

 

Invisible Theatre | 1400 North First Avenue | Tucson, AZ 85719 US

 

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Sunday, June 15, 2025

Old Pueblo Playwrights weekly meeting 6-16-25

 

From: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, June 15, 2025 7:09 PM
Subject: Reminder/Invitation to attend OPP weekly meeting 6-16-25

 

Old Pueblo Playwrights cordially invite you to attend their weekly meeting, Monday, June 16, 2025, beginning at 7pm.  This will be our second Hybrid meeting in June.  You can tune in to our dedicated Zoom room (link below) or attend in person at St. Francis in the Foothills, room 50. (Campus map attached). 

 

FEATURED PLAYWRIGHT: MEL HECTOR 

"Cecelia's Plight" by Mel Hector (100 min) - 4TH read  - VOTE

         CAST - in order of appearance

         CARLY – Cecilia's neighbor Ellie Vought, Richard's wife

         CECELIA – an 89-year-old single retired registered nurse Halsy Taylor

         RICHARD – Cecilia's neighbor, Carly's husband Dennis O'Dell

         MARIA - Cecilia's mom – Audrey Gambach

         YOUNGER CECELIA – as 17, and then as 30 – Robin Carson

         YOUNGER BEATRICE- as 17, and then as 30 – Daniela Cardy

         RUDOLFO – Cecilia's dad – MAN'S VOICE- John Vornholt

         BEATRICE – Cecelia's cousin - Sydney Flynn

         STAGE DIRECTIONS, FACILITATOR – Liisa Rose

 

Coming LOCAL attractions:  Saguaro City Music Theatre  "Shreck, the Musical" June 27-29 at the Berger Performing Arts Center. 

 

COMING OPP ATTRACTIONS: 

JUNE    23 ZOOM  "Home Sweet HOA Home" by Debra Vassallo  2nd read (70 min)

          Alexis - Kristen Kallen-Keck

Philipa – Diana Ouradnik

Savannah – Robin Carson

Carl – Adrian Cory

Tim – Joe Smith

Stage directions – David Youhgerman

Facilitator – Gavin Kayner 

JUNE    30 ZOOM  "The Reading" by John Heyl   (1st read – 10 min)

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

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

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

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

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

 

AUG       4  HYBRID  OPEN

 

AUG      11  HYBRID  OPEN

 

AUG      18  HYBRID  OPEN

 

AUG      25  ZOOM  OPEN

 

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

 

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

Your OPP Secretary,

"ZINK" aka David Zinke

Be Good To You

 

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

 

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Saturday, June 14, 2025

Saguaro City Music Theatre presents Shrek the Musical

 

 

June 27th - 29th

BERGER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

(1200 W. Speedway Blvd.)

Tickets

 

 

This fun-filled, family-friendly production takes audiences on a journey to the swamp with Shrek, Donkey, and Princess Fiona, filled with hilarious moments, catchy songs, and valuable lessons about friendship and acceptance. This Theatre for Young Audiences production is a perfect way to introduce kids to the magic of theatre while delighting audiences of all ages. Don't miss out on this fantastical, heartwarming show that proves there's more to everyone than meets the eye!

 

In this special production, young performers take the stage alongside professional artists, bringing fresh energy and heart to the story. Their talent, dedication, and passion shine as they step into the world of Shrek, making this a truly unique and inspiring theatrical experience.

 

Run-time: Approximately 75 minutes, including a 15-minute intermission.

 

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Master classes in the Stanislavsky System of Acting

 

From: philipgbennett@yahoo.com <philipgbennett@yahoo.com>
Sent: Saturday, June 14, 2025 10:52 PM
Subject: Summer Class Ad..

 

Master classes in the Stanislavsky System of Acting             

With Phil Bennett (CoAuthor with Stephanie Daventry French)

Experiencing Stanislavsky Today

Summer Term begins June 21, through July 21, 2025 (5 weeks)

CHARACTER ESSENTIALS - Saturday – 12:00 – 2:45

CHARACTER IN-DEPTH - Monday – 6:30 – 8:45

Classes include Meditation, Psychophysical Conditioning Exercises, Voice and Speech, Dramatic improvisation, Scene Study, Active Text Analysis through Physical Actions, Shakespeare and the Classics, Public Performance Scene Nights

CHARACTER & THE ROLE – CLASSICAL ACTING: SHAKESPEARE & THE GREEKS - Sunday – 6:00 – 8:45  

CLASSICS: Based on the amazing vocal and Neurolinguistic exercises as practiced by the Royal Shakespeare Company. An intense and fun on-your-feet approach to Shakespeare’s language.  Whether you are a complete beginner or advanced classical actor, this unique neurolinguistic approach will have you speaking the exquisite poetry of the Bard naturally and fluently.              

Information and Audit:  www.BennettTheatreLab.com 

Philip G. Bennett, Artistic Director, is internationally recognized as a certified master teacher of the Stanislavsky System of Acting with 50+ years of experience. He holds a BA in Humanities and a graduate Certificate of Mastery from the renowned American Stanislavsky Theatre in New York, where he served as actor, teacher of acting and Assistant Artistic Director to Sonia Moore, émigré actress/director from the Third Studio of the Moscow Art Theatre.

During Mr. Bennett’s years of professional experience, he founded the San Francisco Theatre Academy, with film affiliates in the Bay Area and Hollywood.  He is a recipient of the prestigious Hollywood DramaLogue Award for Best Direction and Debut of a New Company.  Graduate students appear regularly in film and television and are accepted in conservatories and repertory companies in the US and the UK. 

Mr. Bennett’s textbook, written with co-author Prof. Stephanie Daventry French, Experiencing Stanislavsky Today, published by Routledge Academic Publishers, London and New York. Bennett is available for Private Coaching, Lectures and Workshops.

 

 

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Thursday, June 12, 2025

ORO VALLEY'S GOT TALENT! First Round Qualifier Concerts - 6/29 @ 2PM & 6 PM

 

From: Gaslight Music Hall < gaslightmusichall@gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 1:04 AM
Subject: ORO VALLEY'S GOT TALENT! First Round Qualifier Concerts - 6/29 @ 2PM & 6 PM

 

Welcome to the Gaslight Music Hall in Oro Valley! 

 

ORO VALLEY'S GOT TALENT

First Round Qualifier Concert

 

 

June 29, 2025 @ 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM

 

Inside The Gaslight Music Hall

 

 

CLICK HERE TO BOOK ONLINE

 

 

OR CALL!

520-529-1000

 

 

 

 

Come cheer on these talented hopefuls as they compete at their chance at winning CASH prizes and Oro Valley fame!

 

With local celebrity judges:

 

Megan Spector, KVOA Channel 4 Anchor/Reporter

 

Juan Aguirre, The 4Gents, Presidio Boys, Opening Minds Through the Arts

 

Jessiah Van Dongen, 2024 Oro Valley's Got Talent Winner

 

 

 

 

 

 

 COMING SOON! 

To The Gaslight Music Hall

 

 

 

Book right away to reserve your favorite seats!

 

 

Gaslight Music Hall | 13005 N. Oracle Rd. Suite 165 | Oro Valley, AZ 85737 US

 

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Ballet Tucson 2025/2026 Season

 

From: Ballet Tucson <operations@ballettucson.org>
Sent: Friday, June 13, 2025 12:06 AM
Subject: Get an exclusive sneak peek at a season highlight!

 

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Get an exclusive sneak peek at a season highlight!

 

 

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A message from Artistic Director Margaret Mullin

 

The New York Times has called Matthew Neenan one of America's best dance poets. During my career with Pacific Northwest Ballet I had the privilege to dance iconic works by some of the world's most prolific choreographers, and Matthew's Bacchus holds a very special place in my heart. I rate it in my top five favorite ballets I ever had the pleasure to perform.

 

I was fortunate to be an original cast member of Bacchus in 2019 and the piece quickly became a Seattle audience favorite. Set to the beautiful music of Oliver Davis, Bacchus is a rich tapestry of virtuosic movement and powerful emotion. From lively sections full of charm, to poignant moments that highlight our humanity, this ballet has it all.

 

This season it's my honor to bring Bacchus to Ballet Tucson. Mr. Neenan has been watching our growth and is granting us the opportunity to be the second company to perform this masterwork. It's also my pleasure to share an exclusive sneak peek of Bacchus from its 2019 premiere with our 2025/2026 Season Subscribers. It was deeply rewarding to dance this scene of the ballet, which really highlights Matthew's poetic expressiveness and superb musicality.

 

I invite you to become a 2025/2026 Season Subscriber now so you can secure the best seats in the house (with our Subscriber discount) to enjoy this exciting premiere and all of the inspiring ballets we have in store this season!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUBSCRIBE NOW

 

 

 

 

Photo by Angela Sterling of Margaret Mullin in Bacchus.

 

If you have already become a 2025/2026 Season Subscriber no further action is required. You will be sent a private link to watch the video via email on July 7, 2025.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our 2025/2026 Season promises a captivating range of new premieres and cherished classics, showcasing a blend of gripping drama, vibrant vignettes, desert-inspired visions, and refined masterpieces.

 

Be Moved by Ballet Tucson!

 

 

 

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MAKE A GIFT TO THE BALLET

Support the vitality, growth and evolution of Ballet Tucson!

 

Consider adding a tax-deductible gift to your 2025/2026 Season Subscription. Without your generosity, we wouldn't be able to present professional dance performances, offer children and adults training in all dance genres and introduce students to the beauty of the art of dance. Together we are securing the future of dance and appreciation in Southern Arizona!

 

To learn about sponsorship opportunities, please email development@ballettucson.org or call 520.903.1445.

 

Ballet Tucson is a not-for-profit organization with 501(c)(3) status under the U.S. Tax Code and all donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

 

 

For personal assistance with your Season Subscription and to purchase additional single tickets as a Season Subscriber, please contact us at

tickets@balletucson.org or 520.903.1445.

 

 

 

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BALLET TUCSON PHONE SERVICE HOURS:

Monday-Friday 10:00am-2:00pm

 

 

 

 

Costumes by Mark Zappone for Matthew Neenan's Bacchus, courtesy of Pacific Northwest Ballet. Photos by Carlos Chavez of Edward Oyarce-Solomon, Madeleine Kuebler, Sarah Wilkerson, Hunter Solomon and Danielle Cesanek.

 

Principal dancers Edward Oyarce-Solomon and Madeleine Kuebler are generously sponsored by Marilyn and Miles Silverman.

 

Principal dancer Hunter Solomon is generously sponsored by Vivian and Jim Schwab.

 

Soloist dancer Sarah Wilkerson is generously sponsored by Copenhagen Imports.

 

Principal dancer Danielle Cesanek is generously sponsored by John and Carol Reid and RBC Wealth Management.

 

 

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