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Auditions- Aberrant Behavior- Saturday June 7th @ Mamma Buzz 4-6M in Oakland arts district- Need some of the crew too

2008-05-27T02:17:11Z

I am having auditions for my new movie "Aberrant Behavior" Saturday June Seventh at Mamma Buzz Cafe in downtown Oaklands Art District 2318 Telegraph Ave from 4-6PM. If your interested in the movie you can e-mail me at: aberrantbehaviormovie@gmail.com. I have already casted some of the roles and have people working on it, I just have not cast all of them yet and of course the female lead.

There will be some paid roles (of course the leads) but this is a low budget (around 25-35,000 or so) affair so it won't be a whole lot. Just to warn you.

Aberrant Behavior, is basically a love story about two self destructive anarchistic-y street kids who have an exaggerated form of pica, a disorder where people feel compelled to eat non-food materials, carpet, dirt, soap, drano, various chemicals, etc. as portrayed as a drug addiction. They have a very co-dependent relationship and with there disorders too , they literally destroy each other.

There's more to it, but that's the basic synopsis. If you can't make it to the auditions, you can send me a head shot with resume, or whatever you want. We can then decide when and where to meet.

THERE WILL BE SOME SEXUALITY AND NUDITY FOR THE TWO LEADS, AS WELL AS MISTY AND FOGGY TO A LESSER DEGREE. PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT ME FOR THOSE ROLES, IF YOUR NOT COMFORTABLE WITH THAT. THANK YOU.

I will be hiring for many roles, all ages (over 18) races, sizes, etc. But here are the main characters:
Main Characters:

LEADS:
Victor Muertos: (Mid to late twenties) Half Mexican/Half white (Half latino/half white will probably work). Black hair, down to chin and five o clock shadow. (Flexible though). Tall and thin but not too thin. Dark, brooding, depressed, prone to long winded sarcastic, cynical rants. Living off the state for mental depression, and addiction, but eventually breaks himself from the state. He hates the state, and normal life in general. He hates almost everything. He is sort of sloppy hipster, slightly emo, slight slight slight goth meets street kid. Light or no body mod, piercings, etc. He eventually lives on the street because of choice.He falls in love with Aiko. SOME NUDITY AND SEXUALS SITUATIONS REQUIRED-CAST

Aiko Zumbi (18-early twenties or look like it) Half Japanese/Half German (or Japanese, or half Japanese/Half white). Shorter than Victor, thin but still slightly curvy.
Street kid with a bit of dark hippie. Has been sexually abused as a child. Prone to violence. Prone to long winded rants, or sometimes just total silence. Dark, cynical, with a very bleak view of life. Body mods, tattoo's, piercings, fine. Dreaded or colored hair fine as well. Actually preffered. She falls in love with Victor. SOME NUDITY AND SEXUAL SITUATIONS REQUIRED.

SUPPORTING LEADS:
Pedida Muertos- (20's -40's)-Mexican- Victor's nearly catatonic - mute drug addict mother, who is usually messing around with strange men, and drugged up. Mostly abuses Victor through neglect. Mostly shown in flashbacks, but one scene in present as well. Young actress aged to look older in present, or vice versa.

Misty & Foggy (20's) two girls that Victor and Chad meet at the bar, who are wasted, and act and look like twins. Very ditzy, drunk, corporate, normal. They take Victor and Chad back to there place. Drunken debauchery ensues.

Spic 'N' Span (20's -40's)- One of the horrible mascots for the advertising firm Victor works for, "Spic n Span's Whiten it up" Cleaning product. They play racist cliched versions of mexican house workers. Think Samo. It's meant to be horrible, and it of course offends Victor.

Aiko's Father-
A militant cold hearted man who sexually abuses aiko. Must be bilingual Japanese & English

Aiko's Mother-
Always screaming at Aikos father. Bi-lingual fluent in German & English

VARIOUS:
Hipster's (18-30) Some with speaking roles. A house party Victor crashes.

Office workers (20's -on) Some with speaking roles.

Various small roles for the horrible commercials and promo's from the firm Victor briefly works for

Other roles as well-Not listed

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The Heavy Hand: 2/16, 2/17 2 for 1's

2008-02-16T23:27:42Z

Hey everyone here's a show tonight and tomorrow if you're looking for a great play and are low on funds.

Mention the theater tribe at the door and get 2 for 1.

The Heavy Hand is a gritty bar-room family drama of addiction, love, romance and murder. A skilled bartender tries to save what’s left of her family while pouring drinks for the people who are hopelessly in love with her … until someone gets hurt. Will anyone escape from the depths of alcohol, sex and drugs to break out on their own? Or will greed, and the torrid affairs of the heart, steal hope from a brighter future? One thing is for sure, no one will be left unscathed by machinations of The Heavy Hand.

Premiering downtown at the wonderful Stage Werx Theatre, a re-imagined space designed and operated by the theatrically-inclined McKenzie Sisters.

The Players: Tina Arriola, Maggie Mason, Eden Nelson, Esther Selk, David Chambers, Jon Fast and Mike Spiegelman.

Directed by Helena Nolan. Written by Sean Kelly. Set by Paul Andrew Hayes. Costumes by Sheena Pee.

Seats are only $12 in advance or at the door. Seating is limited.

Wheelchair access available.

Mature themes and language.

Address:
533 Sutter Ave SF, CA 94102
gmap: http://tinyurl.com/35lese

Show Dates:
Saturday 2/16 8PM
Sunday 2/17 2PM

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Aberrant behavior-auditions saturday the 19th 2263 mission (between 18th & 19th) 3:30-6:30- San Francisco (Film not theater sorry)

2008-01-17T12:17:00Z

I'm making a film, that will be somewhat explicit in parts. Also, there will be imagery that needs nudity.
I am afraid that I will not be able to cut the content of the movie script, even if I find actors interested .You can e-mail me with rates, photos, questions, etc. If your an actor or actress who has worked in nudity and/or sexual situations, is comfortable with it, and would like to take on a feature narrative film as a major role please e-mail me or show up to the auditions. The two main roles are the ones that require it but there are others. If you would like to be featured in sequences that do not involve the main characters, but are part of dreamlike imagery you can either show up to the audition, or e-mail me with link to your work.
Thanks-
Jason

Here is the original posting:

I have a new movie called "Aberrant Behavior" auditioning Sat. 1/19 3:30-6:3- at the Dark Room SF 2263 Mission off of 19th and Mission@ 3:30 - 6:30. (My first movie "the period" came out through Sub Rosa Cinema can be seen/bought at Netflix www.myspace.com/theperiodmovie, as well as various other outlets)
Aberrant Behavior, is basically about two self destructive anarchistic-y street kids who have an exaggerated form of pica, a disorder where people feel compelled to eat non-food materials, carpet, dirt, soap, drano, various chemicals, etc. as portrayed as a drug addiction. There's more to it, but that's the basic synopsis. If you can't make it to the auditions, you can send me a head shot with resume, or whatever you want. We can then decide when and where to meet.

I will be hiring for many roles, all ages (over 18) races, sizes, etc. But here are the main characters:
Main Characters:
Victor Muertos: (Mid to late twenties) Half Mexican/Half white (Half latino/half white will probably work). Black hair, down to chin and five o clock shadow. (Flexible though). Tall and thin but not too thin.
Dark, brooding, depressed, prone to long winded sarcastic, cynical rants. Living off the state for mental depression, and addiction, but eventually breaks himself from the state. He hates the state, and normal life in general. He hates almost everything. He is sort of sloppy hipster, slightly emo, slight slight slight goth meets street kid. Light or no body mod, piercings, etc. He eventually lives on the street because of choice.He falls in love with Aiko.

Aiko Zumbi (18-early twenties or look like it) Half Japanese/Half German (or Japanese, or half Japanese/Half white). Shorter than Victor, thin but still slightly curvy.
Street kid with a bit of dark hippie. Has been sexually abused as a child. Prone to violence. Prone to long winded rants, or sometimes just total silence. Dark, cynical, with a very bleak view of life. Body mods, tattoo's, piercings, fine. Dreaded or colored hair fine as well. Actually preffered.
She falls in love with Victor.

Emma May (20's to 30's) Actress must be thin, because character is anorexic. Very fake, superficial, manic laughing. Very self deluded. She doesn't really see her anorexia as a problem, she think she looks great though she's obviously dieing and goes to extremes to keep herself thin. She is always dressed up elegantly and thinks of herself as a proper lady even when doing something grotesque . She is a head executive at a advertising/pr firm that she gets a Victor a brief job at, through meeting him in a class over there mutual addictions. (Brief Nudity /Partial a few times)

Caseworker Joe (30's-40's) Written has hispanic, but open. Larger guy, tall, built like a shed, a bit fat but not flabby fat. Very coarse, to the point, direct "Take no shit" kind of guy. Very normal, buys into the whole big house in the suburbs, good job, etc. He is Victor's Caseworker, and is tired of Victor's Shit, and believes he is not trying to quit. (None)

Glitters- a gay gangster rapper, take everything that's a cliche and horrible about it and flip it so that it's gay (some, will also need male models)

Pedida Muertos-Victors Mother. A nearly catatonic morally apprehensive drug addict who's always sleeping with random guys and ignoring her child (Some nudity/sexual situations can be negotiated to less)

And then random visuals, nudes for some flashback scenes (of some sort of psuedo porn the main characer shot) a girl that Victor sleeps with before he falls in love with Zumbi (requires brief nudity/sexuality) and some body part imagery that will not feature the face of the actor/actress, among other thing

thanks for reading
-jason

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New SF Theatre Space in the Throbbing Theatre District! Great for classes, film screenings, film/photo shoots/rehearsals/parties,auditions

2008-01-13T03:41:13Z

55 seat theatre with 20'x12' stage. Sound Proofed with Piano. Projector.

Great for classes, rehearsals, or productions, auditions, film/photo shoots, private parties.

5 blocks off Bart in the exciting theatre district.

Full theatre lighting system with 16 channel light board, 12 channel Mackie sound board and excellent sound system, 5 disc cd changer, dvd player, dual cassette player, projector, microphones, mic stands, piano, comfortable seats, dressing room with mirrors and lights, large stage with 3 possible entrances.

Email for booking and rates

Check out the website calendar for open booking dates and map of the area.
http://www.stagewerx.org

contact us at
heyyouguys@stagewerx.org
533 Sutter st. at Powell San Francisco California 94102

burners can own theatres too!

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Charles Busch's acclaimed comedy, Die Mommie Die! has made its Off-Broadway premiere!

2007-10-13T06:30:20Z

starring Charles Busch as fallen diva Angela Arden
Bob Ari (The Constant Wife) as Sol Sussman, the tyrannical husband
Chris Hoch (Spamalot) as Tony Parker, the lover
Ashley Morris as Edith, daddy's little girl
Kristine Nielsen (Our Leading Lady) as Bootsie Carp, the Bible-spouting live-in domestic
Van Hansis (As the World Turns) as Lance, the emotionally disturbed gay son.

see http://charlesbusch.blogspot.com/ for preview photos.

At New World Stages (340 W. 50th St.)

Previews run through October 20.
Preview Schedule is Tuesday - Friday at 8pm; Saturday at 2pm & 8pm; Sunday at 7pm

Opening Night is Sunday, October 21 at 7PM

Regular Performance Schedule, beginning Tuesday, October 23:

Tuesday - Friday at 8pm; Saturday at 7pm & 10pm; Sunday at 3pm & 7pm.

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DOUBLE EDGE THEATRE - International physical theatre school

2007-09-05T02:35:50Z

In Western Massachusetts a truly original physical theatre set on a 105 acre farm land. Circus, fire arts, stilt walking, object work and improvisation. Check it out:

www.doubleedgetheatre.org or tribes.tribe.net/doubleedge

Why not come and train?

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New Play "Chola" Welcomes Your Critique

2007-08-26T05:57:51Z

I have a play titled “Chola” I am getting ready to bring to the stage in the spring of 2008, but before I do I want to make sure it is as good as it can be. This play is registered with the Writers Guild of America, but I am looking for readers to give me an honest critique to see if I want to make any changes while there is still time.

A brief synopsis:

What if a female Latina gangbanger moves from the big city to a small community to stay with her aunt and uncle, but she brings her colorful ways with her?

CHOLA The Play will take you on a journey as Lupe, a nineteen-year-old Chola from Fontana, California arrives at her relatives’ home and the drama begins.

The last census showed 228 people in the town, though technically it wasn’t really a township. Not Yet. Perhaps in a few years they’d get around to it, but there was no hurry. Things were slow out here. Life was predictable, simple, quiet. At least until Lupe arrived.

So what does a Chola do in such a remote place to keep from getting bored? Old habits die hard, they say. And as Lupe goes about “fitting in,” her big city ways soon bump up against the local lifestyle.

If you are interested in reading it, message me with your email and I will send it to you.

Thank you!

Donnie Nichols
Playwright, etc.

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Embarrassment & Death at the SF Fringe Festival - Sept 5 - 16th

2007-08-08T00:26:53Z

Embarrassment & Death (solo performance)
Written & Performed by Steven Henegar

Growing up was trickier than Ozzie and Harriet let on! Thirty-five naked five-year-olds face their first Swimming Lesson at the YWCA; the class trip discovers How Things Work at the slaughterhouse, and the perpetual neighborhood baseball game get called for the falling Fighter Pilot. Alternately amazed and determined, a boy navigates the ambushes of his daily life as death passes by and sometimes circles nearer.

In laugh out loud and touching episodes, Steven calls up the everyday and the fantastic, discovering the feelings and experiences that connect us all.

Content Warning: Contains references to meat products.

Tickets: $8.00
When: Sept. 5th – 8:30 pm / 8th – 4 pm / 9th – 2 pm / 10th – 10 pm / 13th – 8:30 pm / 14th – 7 pm
Where: Exit Stage Left Theatre, 156 Eddy St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Public Info: 415.673.3847 / www.sffringe.org

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New Plays

2007-07-07T00:45:10Z

I am looking for a few directors/producers to read a new play. The play
Finding Forever” is a romantic comedy in two acts.

Emma and Jansen Foyle, are celebrating their fiftieth anniversary. Emma is a professor of English Literature, and Jansen a retired engineer. Flashbacks to their youth pull audiences along through moments in time as they play their ingenious word games, build their family and tease the neighbors. They write FIMMAH to one another as a secret code – leaving it on cookies, writing it on notes and in chalk throughout the yard – a private acronym that captures their devotion to one another, a declaration of love known only to the two of them.

Their granddaughter, Theresa, has watched them grow old together. She and her suitor, Stephen, wonder if they will every have such an intensely focused relationship. They learn about true commitment and love as Jansen toasts his life with Emma “the woman who sustained me in sickness and health, in lean times and in plenty…from Niagara to Viagra.”

If you would like to read the script on line, please let me know.

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Psst... You're gonna want to see this

2007-06-30T21:39:21Z

WE MADE THE PAGE!! AND A chance to win $10,000 in the Make A Scene With Mr. Clean Video Contest

You can vote EVERY DAY! (Well once everyday) And when you vote... You have a chance to win $5,000 in the View & Rate Sweepstakes.

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http://www.mrcleanscenes.com/mrclean/en_US/viewvideo.do?videoid=tNWyuyIM20I

On behalf of everyone who participated in the making of this "Commercial"

Thanks you.

Gary

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H.M.S. Pinafore

2007-06-07T21:18:57Z

Lyric Theatre
Presents
H.M.S. Pinafore

Does "love level all ranks" even in the Royal Navy? Captain Corcoran's daughter is due to be betrothed to the upper-class Cabinet Minister in charge of the entire Navy, but she falls in love with a lowly sailor under her father's command. Gilbert and Sullivan's first smash hit satirizes the British class system, with a surprise twist ending.

Performance Dates
Saturday, June 16, 2007 - 8:00pm
Sunday, June 17, 2007 - 2:00pm
Friday, June 22, 2007 - 8:00pm
Saturday, June 23, 2007 - 8:00pm
Sunday, June 24, 2007 - 2:00pm

Montgomery Theatre
291 S. Market St
(W. San Carlos at Market St.)
San Jose, CA 95113

Tickets $24-$30
Order Online: www.lyrictheatre.org • Order by Phone: (408) 986-1455

Cast Discount Coupon Code: bell
Use this coupon code to get a discount on regular Adult priced tickets

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Monologues for Teens

2007-06-04T15:14:37Z

I'm teaching at a theatre camp this summer.
I want to offer a monologue workshop class, but I'm tired of the same old tired monologues I have always used.
Does anyone have any good suggestions for VERY TALENTED teenagers?
(male or female suggestions are welcome)

Thanks.

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Avignon

2007-04-29T00:22:18Z

If you love theatre and want to see the best plays/ creations/ performances, travel this summer to Avignon.

It is such a exciting place to be... inspired.

http://www.avignon-et-provence.com/avignon-tourism/festival-avignon/index.html

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Grindlebone Theatre wants you to stop by our site...just cause

2007-04-23T14:49:29Z

Hey,

While you're online, please take a moment to go hit the www.grindlebone.org site. We're trying to get the hit counts up :)

thanks.

Hey while you're there check out the teaser/trailers for the film we're working on. The animations are crude as of yet (we're still sketching them in) but you can see how its developing :)

Mungo

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Come see Iolanthe!

2007-03-07T16:55:33Z

Lyric Theatre
Presents

Iolanthe
by Gilbert & Sullivan
March 24 to April 1

Strephon, an Arcadian shepherd, wants to marry Phyllis, a Ward of
Chancery. When Phyllis sees Strephon kissing a young-looking woman,
she assumes the worst. But her "rival" turns out to be none other
than Strephon's own mother, Iolanthe, a fairy once married to the
Lord Chancellor - forbidden by Fairy Law!

A delightful springtime treat, Lyric Theatre's all-new production of
Iolanthe comes to the Montgomery Theatre in Downtown San Jose March
24th and runs through April 1st. Plenty of free parking nearby.

Fully staged in English with English supertitles projected above the
stage.

Director: Jean Marie Perchalski
Music Director: Michael Taylor

The Lord Chancellor . . . . . . . . . . . . Mark Blattel
Strephon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cameron Latchford
Phyllis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Margaret Valeriano
Queen of the Fairies . . . . . . . . . . . Kirsten Allegri
Iolanthe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Indre Visknotas
Earl of Mountararat . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Cuddy
Earl of Tolloller . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dan Galpin
Private Willis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . David Powell
Celia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jennifer Medeiros
Leila . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elinor Gates
Fleta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pat Grennan

Chorus of Fairies . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cara Arellano, Bethany Faulk, Connie Kleinjans, Cheryl Pasanisi, Michelle Prier, Tiffany Schwartz, Meb Steiner, Dana Tomasino, Lydia Wang, Joan Young

Chorus of Dukes, Marquises, Earls, Viscounts, and Barons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jeff Boylan, Richard Duce, Mike Ewaska, Dennis Gaushell, Ed Goldberg, Barry Hayes, Jim Martin, Paul Sherrill, Robert Snedegar, Eugene Sullivan, Ed Wei

March 24, 29, 30, 31 @ 8pm • March 25 and April 1 @ 2pm

Montgomery Theatre
291 S. Market St
(W. San Carlos at Market St.)
San Jose , CA 95113

Tickets $24-$30
Order Online: www.lyrictheatre.org • Order by Phone: (408) 986-1455

Discount Coupon Code: Wings
Use this coupon code to get a discount on regular Adult priced tickets

See you at the theater!!!

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Playwrights in England 1500's (earlier then Shakespeare)

2007-01-29T05:19:16Z

Greetings,
I am hoping to find other playwrights from the 15oo's. Anyone know any? I am looking for ones that did comedies in the mid 1500's not after 1565.
Please, if you know any...I would be very grateful!!!!

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Looking for Adventurers to change the World!!

2007-01-20T05:30:32Z

MythMaker Productions
The Mytho Theatrical Sacred Circus
Is looking for a few good Adventurers to change the World!!
Calling all Hero’s & Heroin’s,
Sacred Warriors, Elves, Wizards, Ninjas & Jedi Knights

We are recruiting for the 2007 summer tour season
A 40’ bus of Bards, Artists, Circus Creatures and Sacred Warriors
Will be traveling the U.S. & Canadian west coast in aims to shift culture thru Art.

We Are Seeking:
Spiritual Warriors
Circus Performers
Actors/Actresses
Stilt walkers/Fire dancers
Dancers/Acrobats
Musicians/Artists
Lighting/Sound tech
Support crew – vending, children, ect..

Application Questionnaires available now

Auditions/Training camp begins this spring

For More Info Go to
www.mythmaker.ca

Please send replies to Hjeron thru the website

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Recommend 10 plays from the last 20 years.

2007-01-07T02:20:57Z

Although I've been actively doing theatre for about 5 years now, my knowledge of popular and current shows is dismal. I'm looking for recommendations for 10 must-see shows that have been performed(and preferably written) within the past 20 years. If anyone has recommendations for where I could get a copy of a taped version of the performance, that would be great too.

Thanks in advance!

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Theatre Happenings

2006-12-23T06:45:22Z

Spring Awakening
The reviews were almost over the top - however, the recording is simply ravishing. a very thoughtful meditation.
Eugene O'Neil Theatre, New York

The Coast of Utopia
I mean, come on how often is such an ambitious piece of theatre attempted in the U.S.
Vivian Beaumont Theatre, Lincoln Center, New York

A Moon for Misbegotten
One of my favorite O'Neil plays, with an impending New York transfer
The Old Vic Theatre, London

365Days/365Plays
Suzan Lori-Parks wildly, wickedly ambitious theatre project
Filling 600 theatres across the country, playing concurrently and separately
theatremania calls it the largest theatre collaboration in history

The Gershwin's Porgy and Bess
Trevor Nunn's reimagining of Porgy and Bess also expecting New York bow
The Savoy, West End

Doubt
National Tour in Chi-town
Jan. 9-28, 2007
La Salle Bank Theatre, Chicago

Caroline, or Change
Kushner and Tesori's epic musical. I thought this was THE best musical of 2004.
Lyttleton Theatre, West End

13
Jason Robert Brown's new musical
Mark Taper Forum, the city of angels
Jan. 1 - Feb. 18, 2007

Dreamgirls opens nationwide on Christmas Day as everyone probably knows
The History Boys is playing selected cities

Films to watch for
A Raisin in the Sun - with most of the recent revival cast (including Audra Ann)
Sweeny Todd - the impending Tim Burton film, starring Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter

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Someone hold my hair...

2006-11-29T15:35:46Z

....cuz I'm gonna hurl.
Bob Fosse must be rolling over in his grave!

http://www.theatre.com/story/id/3003636

Pop Star Ashlee Simpson to Star as Roxie Hart in the West End's Chicago

Pop star Ashlee Simpson will make her British stage debut on 25 September when she steps into the leading role of Roxie Hart in Chicago at the West End’s Cambridge Theatre. She will play the role for a limited five-week season to 28 October.
The 21-year-old performer followed in her sister Jessica Simpson’s footsteps by becoming a recording artist. Her debut album Autobiography went triple platinum. She had her own MTV series The Ashlee Simpson Show and made frequent guest appearances in the television series Malcolm in the Middle, as well as playing a continuing role in 7th Heaven. Her new album I Am Me has just been released.

Chicago, which is based on the play by Maurine Dallas Watkins, has a book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Ebb. This production is choreographed by Ann Reinking in the style of Bob Fosse and directed by Walter Bobbie. It continues to play on Broadway at the Ambassador Theatre with another recording artist, Usher, in the role of Billy Flynn.

The West End's Chicago continues to star Ian Kelsey as Billy Flynn, Amra-Faye Wright as Velma Kelly, Julian Sims as Amos Hart and Brenda Edwards as Mama Morton. Linzi Hateley, who currently stars as Roxie Hart, will leave at the end of her contract on 23 September.

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AMATEUR THEATRE GROUPS IN SAN DIEGO

2006-09-09T08:01:12Z

Hello everybody,

Does anybody know any amateur theatre groups located in San Diego, CA? Any kind of info is appreciated.

thanks,
Jameela

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a place to trade

2006-09-03T20:14:37Z

I personally have wasted too much time as an actor not acting, a writer not writing, a musician not playing, a performer not perfroming, etc. etc. etc. - We may somertimes have to make our money doing other things but there's no reason we have to ever turn our backs on what we love and what we do best. You've got a play? We've got the actors! You need an accompianist? When? Let's use this site to our best advantage. For anyone who want's to sell a script, start a company, make a movie, play in a band, direct a play, welcome...you've got a stage, he's got a light, I've got some chairs... It's Showtime!!!

tribes.tribe.net/showtime

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theater friends

2006-08-24T06:28:31Z

I feel lonely because I have no theater friends, yet on tribe.
who wants to be my friend?

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New Theatre Group in Los Angeles

2006-07-28T21:16:15Z

We are a new theatre group based in Los Angeles.

Our Mission: To develop a dynamic & provocative space where energies come together to create theatre.

Our Vision: TBA

Membership: We believe that anyone who is passionate about doing theatre in an ensemble should be able to join and can remain a member if she or he has; a. Introduced themselves on the message list, b. Met with us (see calendar for meetings), and c. Put in their share of effort to achieve our goals.

We request that we all express ideas freely while respecting each other in this forum. We request that you contribute by always pursuing your passion.

Join at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/boardsnpassion/

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2006 Summer Mime Workshop with Samuel Avital (Review)

2006-07-20T05:28:57Z

Hello fellow theatre enthusiasts.
The 35th annual Summer Mime Workspace with Samuel Avital has recently come to a close and here I am to share a few of my impressions with you.
Have you ever had the precious experience of coming together with a small group of like minded human beings to do a kind of work which it felt like you were on this earth to do? This is what the SUmmer Mime Workspace was like for me. Samuel Avital seemes to me to be a rare and precious teacher. He sees the good in all human beings and he encourages us to leap from the valleys of mediocrity to the peaks of excellence. To encounter the work of Mime is to be immediately stripped of pretense because though we can obscure the truth with our words, the body is totally honest.
Have you heard the proverb, "The camel never sees it's own hump?" There were many times during the Mime Workshop when I thought that I understood how to manifest a particular technique until Samuel brought me in front of the group to demonstrate. By watching how I moved my body, everybody in the group could see the nature of my misunderstanding, even when I couldn't. Thankfully Samuel is able to reflect limitations so that they can be seen and so we can work in a directed way to restore our natural ways of moving in the world. The experience was humbling without being humiliating.
Samuel has a good heart and has a wide open sense of humor that arises from a very large perspective of living on this planet. He was raised in Morocco by a family with deep spiritual roots in the Kabbalah. After many adventures, Samuel arived in Paris to study closely with Etienne Decroux as well as Marcel Marceau and Jean-Louis Barrault. Samuel toured Europe for years with Maximilian Decroux before coming to America to perform teach and finally settle around Boulder,Colorado where he has guided many people towards a vital means of authentic creative expression.
Everyone who participated in this summer workshop came away feeling gratitude and inspiration.
Here's a brief summary of things I learned.
Manifesting mental images into physical body positions forms the basis of a precise mode of expression.
Exaggeration is accomplished by relaxing the body so that emotional energy can circulate more freely.
Culturally conditioned anxieties and tensions restrict theatrical expressions. Becoming a good actor requires significant unconditioning.
Assuming new positions awakens unique perspectives and intelligence in the body.
In order to lead without coercion, an atmosphere of trust must be present. Aberrant muscle tension and resistance are physical manifestations of mistrust.
It is a great art to trust and learn to allow natural responses to gentle touch.
In Mime we must learn the art of being simultaneously alert and relaxed.
This path of Mime requires clarity of focus, vibrancy of imagination, precision of execution, release of inhibition, and a longing to draw near the source of our creativity. For me, Mime has awakened a wish to relax and expand into an authentic way of creative being.
After so many words about the silent art of mime, I feel like I barely scratched the surface of this wonderful experience.
If you want to learn more about Samuel Avital and his work, visit his website at www.bodyspeak.com.
There's also an extraordinary recent interview with Samuel posted at www.kabbalahnow.indranet.com/about/ijhc.html

Making the invisible Visible,
Paul

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Online Singing Contest for Musical Theatre Performers

2006-06-22T23:08:20Z

There is a new online singing contest for Broadway enthusiasts:

http://www.musicaltheatreaudition.com/BroadwayContest/

Anyone thinking about entering?

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Theatre Photography

2006-06-14T16:06:35Z

Hi,
I'm a Fine Art photographer based in Orange County, CA , looking to work with theater companies in need of production and promotional photography. I'm offering my services FREE for a brief period to establish myself in the theater community in order to get paid work in the future. I will do both production and promotional photographs at no charge and will provide a CD or DVD with hi resolution photographs.
If you are interested, please call,
George Somer @ (714) 478-3791
Pixel Photography
www.bestpixelphoto.com
info@bestpixelphoto.com

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Free Admission to "THE LORD'S LOVER" TOMORROW NIGHT!

2006-05-20T10:42:18Z

Yes, it's true. I am offering free admission to all of my Tribe.net bothers/sisters if they just drop me a line back and ask nicely. This is the single coolest thing I have ever done, Kids! Come on down THIS Sunday for a show like nothing you've ever seen before! Hope to see you there!

THE LORD'S LOVER

Surreal elegance, satirical drama and philosophical hi-jinks collide in this exploration into the timeless mysteries of Love and God, written & directed by yours truly!

THE LORD'S LOVER breaks conventional boundaries of modern stage, with elements of cabaret, performance art, dramatic theater, erotic dance, cutting edge video imagery, and special effects. Through seven fast-paced scenes, the intricacies of human sexuality and the controversial themes of pride, lust and free will are explored and celebrated.

WHEN: THIS Sunday May 21st Promptly at 8pm, get there early if you want a seat! Show is just about one hour long!

(ALSO - Sundays May 28th, June 4th...)

WHERE: King King, 6555 Hollywood Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90028.
Off of Whitley Ave. (Parking and entrance in back!)

ADMISSION: Standard Ticket Price: $15 at the door.
FREE TO YOU IF YOU WRITE ME BACK!

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Auditions for New Musical in San Francisco

2006-04-10T06:18:45Z

INSIGNIFICANT OTHERS is the award winning new musical by Jay Kuo, directed by George Quick. It played to sold out crowds in January in its first workshop and is scheduled for 20 performances this summer at The New Conservatory Theatre Center in San Francisco.

Music samples and additional information now available at www.isomusical.com.

Come be discovered as our show takes the musical theatre world by storm! We are now backed by $100,000 in investment and have big plans ahead for the show, both here in SF and nationally.

SEEKING: Men and women, Ages 18-35, in up to six principal roles.

COMPENSATION: Minimum $500 stipend per actor. Additional stipends available for CD demo recordings and promotional performance work.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: Be prepared to sing 16 bars of up tempo music and 16 bars of ballad, preferably pop/rock or a current show tune. Some basic dance experience is required.

MATERIALS: To be considered for auditions for "Insignificant Others," email your resume and headshot to jackie@nctcsf.org or mail to The New Conservatory Theatre Center, ATTN: Insignificant Others CASTING, 25 Van Ness Avenue, Lower Lobby, San Francisco, CA 94102. We will call you to schedule an appointment. DO NOT CALL THE THEATRE.

AUDITION DATES:
Mon Apr 17 6:00 9:00 p.m.
Tue Apr 18 7:00 10:00 p.m.

Callbacks: April 24 7:00-10:00 p.m.

AUDITION LOCATIONS:
First Round: The New Conservatory Theatre Centre, 25 Van Ness Avenue, Lower Lobby, Callbacks: Jon Sims Center for the Arts, Studio 2

SHOW DATES: July 13 August 13, 2006
(Thur-Sat evenings and Sunday afternoons)
Rehearsals: June 2006, M-Th evenings, Sat afternoons

We are casting the following roles:

Margaret 20s/30s mezzo/alto, plus size. Great comic timing, versatile actress.

Jordan 20s true tenor, upper range A. Versatile comic/dramatic actor. Charismatic.

Luke 20s rock tenor. Sings comfortably on G and be able to pop to an A. A bright, clear vocal preferred. Should be sympathetic and attractive. Strong actor.

Kristen 20s mezzo-soprano. Quirky, funny, patters well and harmonizes excellently in tricky numbers. Comfortable upper range is a D.

Erik 20s baritone (floats to an E), acoustic guitar a plus. Good folk ballad voice, charming.

Andrew 20s/30s Baritone/bass low G to Eb. Legitimate voice, debonair.

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Thought this would be a good place to start...

2006-03-10T16:35:53Z

Hey everyone, I'm looking for a summer position in a theatre. I'm an actor and an assistant electrician (and I am still getting traning for this as we speak). If you know of anything, could you let me know? It would be amazing. I'm looking to branch out where ever I can.

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Any suggestions of where to begin in starting a community theatre

2006-03-01T18:00:46Z

Hi,
Does anyone have any suggestions on where to start?

Tawsha

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Anyone know this play...?

2006-01-08T00:07:52Z

I've just been asked to audition for a play titled
"Where the Deer and the Antelope Play" and have been
searching the web for some sort of synopsis or at least
a review to no avail....... anyone know anything???
thanx and aloha, hulalula

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opera vs. theatre

2006-01-02T06:30:52Z

hey, I am a veteran stage manager getting ready to run my first opera (though I have called my fair share of musicals)

any thoughts on the differences between opera process/performers/directors/designers vs. theatre?

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New and in need of advice.

2005-11-22T17:19:30Z

Well, it started as a way for me to support my teenage daughter in her desire to get into acting. I took her to an audition, last night, for our local community theatre's production of Agatha Christie's Black Coffee. She begged me to audition with her. What do you know...

I've been cast as Dr. Carelli. A juicy part, to be sure, because everyone suspects him!

I can do almost any accent and have been told, for years, that I should do voice work. However, my Italian accents are limited to Brando as Don Corlione or a pathetic imitation of Father Guido Sarducci. Does anyone know where I can find some resources (sound bites or just written tips) and make this refined Italian who speaks impeccable English (a la 1930s Britain) with just a hint of Italy more believable and less comical?

I've done community theatre before, many times, from behind the sound or lighting control boards. This will be my first foray onto the stage since High School. I'm so excited!

Thanks, in advance, for your help.

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Chicago Improv Festival 2006 Now taking Submissions

2005-11-14T10:31:10Z

The Chicago Improv Festival is now accepting submissions for 2006! The San Francisco Improv Alliance and the San Francisco Improv Festival is pleased to support CIF 2006!

This year's CIF festival will highlight IMPROV AS THEATER. We will give special attention to Improv's role in the theater process as well as work highlighting the art form's use as a writing tool, teaching medium, and performance avenue. Consideration will be given, not only to the content of a performance, but also it's style, theatrical presentation, overall look and tone, and attempt to advance and refine improvisation for performance to audiences.

Artistic Categories

* Main Stage: shows that can comfortably perform well in a 950 seat theatre \
* Showcase: ensemble improvised shows (long-form, mid-form, or short-form)
* Sketch: ensemble sketch shows
* Duo: two-person improvised or sketch shows
* Solo: one-person improvised or sketch shows
* Fringe: unusual improvised or partially pre-written shows

Where to Submit
All submissions may be emailed to CIF at: jpitts@cif.com Or mailed to:

Chicago Improv Festival
2936 N. Southport Ave., Second Floor
Chicago, IL 60657
Office: 773-935-9810 | Fax: 773-296-0968

For full guideline information on CIF for Bay area ensembles, please go to www.improvalliance.org

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Join the Yahoo group, Hollywood Home Page

2005-10-30T05:33:15Z

Join the free Yahoo group, Hollywood Home Page.
We cover everything from Broadway to Hollywood, and everywhere else!
For actors, models, agents, directors, writers, musicians, and on, and on!
I moderate the group, and there is no spam!!
The Hollywood Home Page is active, and popular.
George Vreeland Hill

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/hollywoodhomepage

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Long-Form Improv Classes - San Francisco

2005-10-04T04:18:24Z

Lila Theatre, fast becoming the SF Bay Area’s premier home for long-form improvisation.

At the Lila Theatre Training Center, actors study, learn, and perform long-form improvisational theatre. Technique and theory are taught through focused exercises in a supportive, open, and playful environment. Students develop their artistic voice individually and within an ensemble through encouragement and direction from our highly experienced teachers. The training culminates with the student having the skills to perform confidently in a live venue.

Interested students are invited to participate in the first class at an introductory rate of $10. Call to schedule an appointment.

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What our students say:

“Jill Mueller is full of energy, patience, and very supportive. She creates a safe environment in which to take risks, and makes the experience a ton of fun.”

- Jeff Stein, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University
Lila Theatre Training Center Student

"I came away with an ability to engage in the improvisational process in away that I could never imagined possible. Jill has a gift."

- Nechama Robinson
Lila Theatre Training Center Student

"Jill is truly passionate about her craft and teaching the art of improv. She is a natural at both....What an instinctive and intuitive teacher!"

- Martha Zlaltar, Life Coach
Lila Theatre Training Center Student

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Ongoing Classes: join anytime!

Long-Form Improvisation
Mondays, 7-9:30pm
with Jill Mueller

Harold Performance Lab
Tuesdays, 7-9:30pm
with Jill Mueller

Musical Theatre Improvisation
Wednesdays, 7-9:30pm
with Christopher Eickmann

Tuition: sign-up for as long as you like!

4 weeks = $120
6 weeks = $160
8 weeks = $200

Location: our new home!
Lila Theatre/Off-Market Theaters, Stage 250
965 Mission Street (between 5th and 6th)
San Francisco

Register: call to schedule an appointment!

E-mail classes@lilatheatre.org or Call 415.820.1467 to register.

Limited run classes on special topics, off location training and workshops are offered as events warrant. Go online www.lilatheatre.org for class schedule, detailed course descriptions, and availability.

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Some Advice...

2005-09-27T09:27:35Z

Hello! My name is Josh, and I have been involved with Theatre for 4-5 years (Im 18). ANYWAYS, I haven never been cast as the lead before, although I always wanted to.

At the college I'm at, we are doing 'The Rimers of Eldritch' and I just got word that I am playing the part of Robert Conklin...the lead.

This excites me, but at the same time, I am so scared. And I am not one to be afraid of a croud, because ever since I was little, I used to perform dance, music, and other things like that in front of an audiance. I dont know what makes this time so different.

I would really appreciate some advice on what I should do to make myself relax, and just fall into the character. Thanks

-Josh

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Costume Designers wanted

2005-09-20T15:22:54Z

Looking for like minded designers in the NY, NJ area, who would consider being part of a collaborative team. Interested parties should have at least 3yrs of professional experience.

Have you ever "settled" for certain design elements due to time and/or budget constraints? Ever wish you had another artists perspective to help round out your ideas? Have you ever wished you had two or more extra hands or could be in two or three places at once?

If the answer to any of these questions is yes and you feel you could work well with others in a collaborative setting, then send me an e-mail at FightDirector@NJKingdom.com to set up a time to meet and discuss the possibility of forming just such a relationship.

I would also love to hear others thoughts on this idea as well :)

Thanx,
Jim

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acting class recommendations at local community colleges?

2005-09-03T09:15:07Z

Anyone have recommendations for quality acting courses taught in the San Francisco east or north bay at community colleges? Id like to get back into learning, developing acting though cant afford the fees for most private and group acting classes ive heard about.
I had started attending Napa Valley Colleges basic acting class last year, but moved farther south during it and was unable to finish it. The teacher seemed competent and focused, which i appreciated.
Though some people dont feel the difference warrents distinction, I am more interested in the subtler, natural feeling often found taught and expressed in acting for film rather then the exagerated, overly theatrical or shakesperian melodrama often found in classes focused associated with many theater or drama classes.
Im a relative beginner in acting, with only a few basic acting classes since 1985.
And prefer classes taught / held in the east or north bay, rather then san francisco as the commute to sf is too much and too expensive & unpredictable for parking, which is an extra hassle i dont want right now.

Any recommendations are appreciated.

Aaron

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Berkeley Rep Acting School--feedback?

2005-09-02T18:30:54Z

Hi all,

I'm considering taking an acting class at the Berkeley Rep this fall, and I'm wondering if anyone has taken any there or has any feedback regarding the school.

Some concerns that I had: someone I talked to said that since its still a pretty young school (3yrs or so) that it tends to be disorganized, and students less motivated. Also that 2 hrs/class is not adequate time.

Thoughts?

Lisa

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Listing Cities

2005-08-09T15:54:08Z

Hey yall,

Glad you are contributing to the tribe with your posts.

Just one thing...

When you post a listing, could you please put the city and the state somewhere in the listing...

Thanks
Anthony

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Last Call - a play by Lloyd Vance

2005-08-09T05:17:38Z

Last Call is a dark comedy about an eclectic group of characters and the bar that they call home. Lloyd Vance has created a contemporary landscape that searches for who we are, what we’ve been, and where we’re going.

In Vallejo at the Fetterly Playhouse, 3467 Sonoma Blvd. Suite 10.

Check out www.darkroomarts.com for more information.

August 12 and 13 at 8:00pm

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Taming of the Shrew!

2005-08-09T00:24:39Z

The Muse Theatre's production of William Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew" opens on Friday, August 12, 2005 at 8 p.m. The show runs Aug. 12 - 27 Thursday - Saturday @ 8 p.m. & Sunday @ 2 p.m.

There will also be a press / industry night on Thursday, Aug. 11, 2005 at 8 p.m., after which there will be refreshments in the theatre for the audience. The cast and director will also be available for comments.

Tickets are $15 and can be reserved either by calling the Muse Theatre's Ticket Hotline (818) 752-9080 or by using PayPal through their website www.musetheatre.com.

The show is directed by Lars Tatom, former head of the Sacremento Shakespeare Festival and assistant director of the Colorado Shakespeare Festival. He is currently the head of the school of theatre at American University in Cairo, Egypt.

The Muse Theatre 6470 Santa Monica Blvd Hollywood, CA 90038.

This is the funniest, food-fight-filled romp you'll see this year!

-Mike Murdock
Co-Artistic Director
The Muse Theatre

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Sex and Wine*

2005-08-08T20:30:46Z

(Made you look!)

Auditions for THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS
Carlo Goldini
Director: Edward Hightower

Tesla Vintners, Livermore: 6M (18-50+), 3W (18-30+), 4+M/F (any age). Outdoor production: strong voices and physical comedy a must. Prep 2 min classical/contemporary comic monologue, cold read. Non-AEA. Stipend.

Auds 8/26-27 6-9 PM.
Callbacks 8/28 6-9PM.
Rehs begins 8/29.
Perfs 10/1-30.

Appt/info: (925) 245-9217
joygoggles@yahoo.com

*Haha, sex sex sex wine wine wine! Dionysus approves!

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iso

2005-08-05T20:05:58Z

i'm looking for:

1) a cheap metal tv tray;
2) a basic throw rug, preferrably one neutral tone;
3) fake blood (edible would be great);
4) gold and/or silver bangle bracelets, preferrably wider than not.

anyone got any giveaways/borrows?
thanks!

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smoke bombs?

2005-08-04T00:32:36Z

where might one find lil mini ones for minor stage effects? (oh, and do they smell or burn eyes etc. enough to be a problem to audience?)

or exploding something or others with sparkles or confetti in them? (just looking to match a visual to minor audio explosions).

thanks much!

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nice little interview in the Epoch Times

2005-07-26T18:05:13Z

Hey Gang!

Part one of a nice interview in the Epoch Times about my solo
show, Revolutionary Chickens.

I kinda like my Bachelor of Buffoonery compared to a BFA, Bachelor of Funny Arts:)

Link: http://www.theepochtimes.com/news/5-7-24/30540.html

Last 2 shows

July 27, 6pm
August 7, 3:30pm

where eagles dare theatre
347 w.36th st.
NYC

www.revolutionarychickens.com

Rob Lok

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Auditions!

2005-07-08T22:25:52Z

AUDITION NOTICE:

FOR WHAT:
Taming Of The Shrew
By William Shakespeare

Adapted & Directed by: Lars Tatom
Produced by: The Muse Theatre Company

WHEN:
Saturday, July 9th, 2005
Noon – 5 p.m.

&

Sunday, July 10th, 2005
9 a.m. – Noon

WHERE:
@ The Muse Theatre
6470 Santa Monica Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90038

WHAT YOU NEED:
1. Bring headshot / resume. Also, know your schedule for the next 2 months.
2. Prepare two (2) contrasting Shakespearean monologues not from the play.
3. Read the play. Have an understanding of physical comedy & word play. Bring something new to the table.

STUFF YOU SHOULD KNOW:
Park Wherever You Can.
You will have 4 minutes from the time your first piece begins.
Rehearsals will begin July 19th.
The show will run Aug. 12 - 28.
There Is No Pay.
This is a Non-Union Show.

For more information, visit www.musetheatre.com. or e-mail musetheatre@gmail.com. Please DO NOT E-MAIL HEADSHOTS OR RESUMES.

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"Medea, The Musical" opens next weekend at Theatre Rhino in SF

2005-07-06T20:59:16Z

Opens Saturday, May 28 and runs through Sunday, June 19.
Shows are Wednesday - Saturday at 8pm, Sundays at 3pm and 7pm.

Come see us!

For more informtion: www.therhino.org/upstairs.html

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"A Light in the Dark" opens at the Back Door Theatre

2005-07-01T04:47:40Z

"Riveting! A poetic social and political triumph!"
-Michael Bernardi, The Purchase Theatre Ensemble
"Ezra LeBank is a powerhouse!"
-Aria Seligman, The Eugene Weekly

A Light in the Dark
a play in six parts
Written & Performed by Ezra LeBank
July 14 - August 7
The Back Door Theatre
4319 SE Hawthorne Blvd
(Behind Common Grounds Coffee House)
8pm Thurs-Sat, 2pm Sun

Proceeds to Benefit Basic Rights Oregon, Metropolitan Community Church of Portland, and P'Nai Or Education Fund

For Reservations: 503-287-8737, or thelynxcompany@yahoo.com
$10(students)-$15

A Light in the Dark explores the moment of death, before losing consciousness, finding oneself in this light in the dark, needing desperately to find some closure, some purpose - some life - before letting go entirely. In this moment, grappling with the complexities of life, love, liberty and language itself, we give way to realize the many faces of a single person in a single moment, and the vital importance of ourselves and the people around us.

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Show Opening In Hollywood!

2005-06-30T09:57:46Z

(thanks to the folks that posted on this thread before, but I had to make an edit and got rid of the old one) -m

WHAT:
Devil Radio
by The Muse Theatre

WHEN:
Thursday, June 30, 8 p.m.
Friday, July 1, 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 2, 8 p.m.
Sunday, July 3, 2 p.m.
Thursday, July 7, 8 p.m.
Friday, July 8, 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 9, 8 p.m.
Sunday, July 10, 2 p.m.
Thursday, July 14, 8 p.m.
Friday, July 15, 8 p.m.
Saturday, July 16, 8 p.m.

HOW MUCH:
Tickets Are $10 At The Door
To Reserve Tickets Call:
(818) 752-9080 between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Or E-Mail: musetheatre@gmail.com

WHERE:
The Muse Theatre
6470 Santa Monica Blvd
HOLLYWOOD, CA 90038
Part of The Complex Theatres

WHAT IS IT?:
"Devil Radio" is an original comedy show in The Muse's "hybrid-theatre" format, combining live actors and film for one complete comedic experience. This ground-breaking comedy is not to be missed. For more information on The Muse and "Devil Radio" please visit www.musetheatre.com

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Got a story an anecdote or something funny that happened on stage?

2005-06-24T06:04:54Z

A friend just signed to do a book about things going terribly wrong during live theatre. It's called Stop the Show! A History of Absurd Incidents and Insane Accidents in the Theatre and it will be published next year by Thunder's Mouth Press, an imprint of Avalon Publishing in New York.

He is looking for specific stories. All contributors will be acknowledged, either in the body of the story, if the person is involved, or on an acknowledgments page, if the person is relating a story secondhand.

It can be tragic, like the man who died of a heart attack during the opening weeks of The Phantom of the Opera, because he didn't know the chandelier falling from the ceiling of the Broadway theatre was a prop.

It can be humorous, like the small Alabama theatre where an actress, playing a mother putting a pie in a working oven, burned down the whole set, forcing the audience to leave for twenty minutes, come back and watch the rest of the show with no set and a lingering smell of smoke.

Lowliest amateur production to Broadway and the West End. Standup comedy. Performance art. Personal anecdote or one gleaned from publication or a story told. United States or the UK, any time in the last 100 years or so. Onstage, backstage, in the audience, in the lobby, in the flies above the stage, I don't care.

Please use brashcyber@pcmagic.net with stories or any questions.

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Go See 'Brilliant!...' at San Jose Stage Company

2005-06-06T22:52:10Z

"Brilliant! The Blinding Enlightenment of Nikola Tesla''

I saw this show on Saturday nite and it's wonderful: fascinating story, superb acting, and fabulous staging & effects. Highly recommend it!!!

http://www.mercurynews.com/mld/mercurynews/entertainment/performing_arts/11823311.htm

http://www.sjstage.com/

Wendy HB

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Acting Workshops in English in Paris!

2005-05-19T15:23:30Z

ACTING IN ENGLISH - The Audition Process

May 23 - 27, 2005
1 p.m. to 6 p.m. daily
25 hours of training

Studio Sainte Agnès
23 rue Oudinot, 75007 Paris - Métro Duroc

Seize this excellent opportunity to perfect your linguistic and acting techniques in English! Master the audition process through improvisation, cold-reading techniques and monologue preparation!

ACTING IN ENGLISH is a dynamic approach that combines the techniques of theatrical expression, improvisation and textual performance to enhance your acting technique. Emphasis is placed on in-depth monologue study, improvisation and cold reading techniques to prepare you to audition with success in English...

Admission / Registration: Tel : 01 45 30 38 80 / 06 88 81 05 39
Send Photo & Resume to: 26 rue du Général Beuret 75015 Paris
25 H of training Price: 250 € + 25 € registration fees

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Drummer needed for "Medea: The Musical" at Rhino in SF

2005-05-18T23:36:57Z

Opens 5/26 and runs Wed-Sun through 6/19, two shows on Sunday. Stipend only, so it's for "the love." PM me if interested/if you have any leads.

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Job Opportunity with Liebe Wetzel and Lunatique Fantastique

2005-04-22T02:53:01Z

Job Opportunity with Liebe Wetzel and Lunatique Fantastique

Lunfan is seeking fabulous movement based actors for a special performance
of EO 9066 as well as a school tour of Reframing the Hourglass.

Executive order 9066 will be performed at the 60th anniversary of the
closing of topaz, a japanese internment camp in utah. You will be performing
the piece for the very people who inspired its creation.

For more information about the piece you can follow the link below.

http://www.lunfan.com/shows/2003_eo9066.html

Here are the details and money info below.
(Total project fee for both projects is $2250 and you get to travel to
Utah!!!!)

- Rehearsals would start ASAP – like next week – and run about 4 per
week for 4 weeks. (4 hours per rehearsal) They would be scheduled around
your availability. They will either be at the Marsh in SF mornings 10:30
-2:30 or week day evenings 6:00-10:00pm

- The first set of shows is in Topaz, Utah on the weekend of June
11th. We would fly out on thrusday june 9 and come back Sunday june12. We
would do two shows – one of them at a High School june10 and the other at
the actual internment camp site with an audience of people who were in the
camp (wow!) june 11. Air travel and lodging is included and you would each
be paid $250 for the weekend.

The second set of shows is the award winning reframing the hourglass. So we
have to learn a new show, but here is the scoop.

- We are also negotiating a contract with Julia Morgan center to do this
same show as a part of their arts in schools program. For this, there would
be 2 shows during the summer, 8-10 shows in the fall and 8-10 shows in the
spring. you would each be payed $100 for each show.

- The summer shows will be 2 daytime shows on June 22 or 23 and 2
daytime shows on the week of June 27-July 1. The fall and spring shows would
be during the school day (morning or afternoon,) but could be scheduled
around our availability.

Please contact lunfan@mindspring.com or 510 444 5252 if you are interested.
Please feel free to pass this on to anyone you know who may be qualified and
interested.

Liebe Wetzel
Artistic Director
Lunatique Fantastique
PO Box 20192
Oakland,CA. 94620
Www.lunfan.com

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Be On a New Reality Show!

2005-04-18T23:05:45Z

Hi artists,

So the deal is, I’m casting a brand-new reality show on engaged couples. It’s for a major network (sorry, can’t specify which of the 4 it is) on the prime-time schedule for next season. If you’re engaged to be married or seriously considering getting engaged, you might be right for us. We’re looking for artistic guys who might have some issues with their future mother-in-law. I know, everyone gets along perfectly with their girlfriend's mom, right? Yeah. Sure. :) (Like she doesn't care that you have no job and are a struggling artist; like she wouldn't rather her daughter marry some rich banker...)

If you cringe at the idea of calling your partner's mother "Mom" once you're married, then our show is here to resolve the issue. And, like many reality shows, there's a healthy reward for couples who make the final cast. It's a family-oriented show (we want kids to be able to watch it as well) and it's going to be a lot of fun! If you’re interested or know someone who might be, then let me know – you can send me a message here, or go to this website and fill out an application:

http://engagedcasting.com/engaged_submission.html

Thanks a lot, and good luck. -Heather

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Acting Career FAQ - Representation

2005-04-18T13:52:41Z

Agent? Manager? Do It Yourself?

I recently got an email (one of dozens I've gotten on
this subject) asking me if I could - "explain the
difference between an agent and a manager and which
would be better for me to sign with - to get my career
going?"

Here's my answer:

Dear *****,

Neither an agent or a manager can help you "get a
career going."

The concept that a powerful man or woman can step in
and help you skip all the hard work involved in
starting an acting career - is a "fairy tale."

There is no short-cut to the top of show business (or
even to the middle for that matter). There's also no
Great Pumpkin or Easter Bunny.

If it could be done this way, then agents and managers
would simply pick any actor out of the thousands of
headshots they get every week and turn them into stars.

It cannot be done this way - which is why agents are
so unresponsive to unsolicited headshot mailings.

The good ones are pros and they're not going to waste
their valuable time trying to accomplish what they know
cannot be done.

Their businesses are similar - but not the same.

One sells a product. The agent is a sales person for
the product known as YOU. Sales people (agents) judge
their how well their business is going by how much
money they make. A really good sales professional likes
to make lots of money.

If your product is not saleable (one that people aren't
ready to buy yet) then a sales person won't make a lot
of money selling it (you).

Not surprisingly, agents are coldly business-like about
this part. Until you've managed to start your career
yourself (making money as an actor) don't expect any
really good sales people to be interested.

Managers are just what the word implies. The manage
things. Mailings, bookings, transportation, job offers,
promotion - the day to day business of YOU. (But keep
in mind that in most markets, they are precluded
by law from seeking work for you.)

The top managers are usually the top managers because
they manage very successful careers.

In the past two decades the professional manager class
has had its own difficulties with an influx of "bottom
feeders."

The worst of these are outright crooks, whose only goal
is to separate you from you money or your credit card
with no intention of helping you in any way.

Almost as bad are the ineffectual show biz hangers-on
who rent offices and go about the business of "signing"
practically anyone who walks through their door - then
what they do is they send out your pictures to every
little thing listed in the Breakdowns.

It's just postage.

Since these folks are generally clueless themselves,
they will submit you for stuff you aren't right for.
This is a good way to get labeled as a "clueless"
actor by the casting people.

Many young actors are fooled into thinking that they
must have a manager, any manager - that it's "good
business".

It isn't.

In reality you are signing an agreement to give someone
25% (or more) of your income after YOU successfully
ESTABLISH YOURSELF as an actor who makes money.

Bottom feeders spend a great deal of their business day
writing threatening letters to collect money from actors
who have realized their mistake and don't want to pay 25%
of their income for someone to do ineffective mailings.

The big boys (and girls) in the management game, are
just like agents when it comes to money. They want to
manage a "going concern" and they spend all their time
looking for the next "big thing."

Think about that.

Professional managers make a boatload of money when
they manage to sign on with a Vin Diesel or J-Lo - isn't
it reasonable to assume that they are LOOKING ALL THE
TIME. In fact, they hire people to look - they've got
part-time, secret lookers on their payroll.

Believe me, If you have what they want - if you are a
going concern with a name that you've made for yourself
- they know their managing skills will take you to a
whole new level (making LOTS of money) and they get a
big chunk of a LOT - then, believe me, they will seek
you out.

3. Most importantly, as long as you continue to
believe that your main job is looking for someone else
to help you "build" your career -- you won't be spending
enough time doing the crucial things you need to do
yourself to build your own career.

This is a very bad tactic which results in frustration,
wasted years and, ultimately, failure to achieve what
you want.

If you don't concentrate on doing your part it's
unlikely that you will ever build your business into
something big enough to be noticed by a good agent or
a good manager.

In other words, by all means keep looking for a sales
staff, and a management team - but don't neglect your
business while you're doing it.

Hope that helps.

P.S. A lot of you have written to asking me how to get
the free "Hello Pages" (Over 6000 Show Biz contacts -
casting directors, agents, managers, web sites, film
festivals, acting teachers and coaches, etc.)

Here's how it works: Go to my site, scroll down to the
VERY bottom of the home page and click on "FREEBEES."

When you get to the freebees page, sign up for my
free newsletter, Hollywood How-To, which is all about
your acting career and comes to you once a month.

You will get an email from me asking you to "confirm"
your subscription (this is so people won't sign up
other people without permission) when you confirm that
you signed up, you will get another email (in about 24
hours) that gives you the download instructions for
The "Hello Pages."

I know it's a little round-about, but I hate being
accused of sending a famous prepared meat product.

Wouldn't you?

Have a great week and ...

Much Success,

Bob Fraser

***************************************************

Bob is an actor, writer, director and showrunner. You
can find out more about him on IMDb.com or read his
bio on the site.

Bob's amazing new acting career course, You Must Act!
has been called -- "...a blueprint for success in
this industry." and "The Actor's Bible."

Why not check it out today?

http://www.youmustact.com

***************************************************

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Resumes Now Being Accepted

2005-04-06T17:21:58Z

Resumes Now Being Accepted

A National Arts and Media job referral service and classifieds is updating its resume library.

Now accepting for free inclusion, resumes from talent, crew, designers, authors, staff, and management in the areas of music, film, theater, events, digital media, radio, tv, and the performing arts.

Resume inclusion is free, plus you will receive our free newsletter with industry news and career tips. Community of nearly 18 000 registered arts and media businesses, organizations, and professionals.

To list your resume please go to http://www.gigdirectory.net and click Sign Up in the left column, click Posting Instructions for important guidelines. Once in your account click Home for members notes and important use friendly tips.

Thank you

Resume Library

http://www.gigdirectory.net

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Grindlebone sets up shop

2005-04-04T00:04:40Z

The folks at Grindlebone Theatre have set up a website on cafepress to sell buttons, T shirts, etc. All the proceeds go to a number of theatre companies and performance artists, and into an emergency fund they're stetting up for artists in need.

It's just getting started, but some of the theatre stuff is pretty cool. I especially like the "Actor (would you like fries with that?) shirt. Too true.

Anyway, go on over and buy a button or something. It's for a good cause

<"http://www.cafepress.com/grindlebone">

MJ

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FREE BOOK for ACTORS and other ARTISTS

2005-03-14T16:45:50Z

I wrote this, pass it on and enjoy-

http://www.NoMoreWaiters.com

"No More Waiters"- How to run your acting business WITHOUT a Day Job

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"Not About Nightingales" at Theatre Rhinoceros in San Francisco

2005-03-03T19:14:56Z

Tribe member David stars in "Not About Nightingales" at Theatre Rhino in SF.

Written in 1938 and based upon an actual prison atrocity that shocked the nation, this powerful, political piece of theatre about social injustice is still pertinent today.

Runs Saturday, February 19 - Sunday, March 19. Wed. - Sun. with two performances on Sundays.

For tickets, schedules and theater information: www.therhino.org

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Talent, Staff, and Crew Call - National

2005-02-24T07:59:15Z

Talent, Staff, and Crew Call - National

NO EMAIL REPLY - PLEASE READ NOTICE BELOW

Gigdirectory.net is an online job referral service, resume library, community, and classifieds for the arts and media industries. In 2004 Gigdirectory.net received over 15 000 new registered users and served over 1 million page views, establishing itself as a highly active resource. In 2005 the focus is on contacting employers and forming a talent, staff, and crew pool worthy of national exposure.

Professional and intern resumes are being accepted for FREE inclusion in the Gigdirectory.net classifieds resume libraries. All arts and media talent, staff, crew, management, and design personnel in all areas of film, theater, music, live production, radio, digital media, fine arts, literary, and television.

To post your resume on http://www.gigdirectory.net for free....
1) Go to http://www.gigdirectory.net
2) Click Sign Up - left column - and register a new account.
3) Click Home and read posting instructions and user friendly site tips.

* Please review the Classifieds categories before posting *, and follow the posting instructions *; it makes the site more user friendly for everyone, plus others can find your notice in a search.

You Can Post Images (head shots, art samples, logos etc). All images should be clear, professional looking, and no more than 64 k each.

No Adult Industry talent notices, images, or resumes please. Gigdirectory.net does not have an over 18 rating and does have minors and parents viewing... Thank you for your respect.

If you get stuck please use the Help/FAQ link in the left column.

Please Note: Gigdirectory does have some areas and services that are subscription, but they do not affect your ability to post in the Classifieds for free. If you are curious you can view lists of grants, opportunities, events and other useful information through the Classifieds for free, and you can post your own shows, business ads, and workshops for for free.

PLEASE DO NOT EMAIL YOUR RESUME OR NOTICE - IT WILL BE DELETED - POST YOUR RESUME YOURSELF ON GIGDIRECTORY.NET - WE DO NOT ACCEPT RESUMES OR NOTICES SENT BY EMAIL - POSTING YOUR RESUME YOURSELF IS FREE ON HTTP://WWW.GIGDIRECTORY.NET

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New theatre/talent company starting.

2005-02-18T06:04:21Z

Hi.
I am starting a new theatre/talent company in the Los Angeles area.
This will give anyone who is a member of it, real publicity, even if you live far from L.A.
The idea is, to give all members of the company, advertising space in all the programs of all the shows that we do.
That will include, plays, modeling shows, and anything that we do.
If you are an actor, model, or someone who wants to get notice in the entertainment industry, then you can have your picture, bio, e-mail address, and more in every program.
That way, if you live far from Hollywood, or, are not in a show, you still get notice.
If you are a business, then you can take out advertising space, and become a member without paying membership dues.
I want a quality company, that gives back to the community, and one that brings customers to any business that is a part of this.
I LOVE the idea.
Entertainment and business have been very successful together for years, and advertising combined with people who have an eye for success, well, wins.
Please look at my profile at Myspace.com for more details.
http://profiles.myspace.com/users/9930867
OR send an e-mail to:
academyawards@excite.com
Thank you.
George Vreeland Hill.

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Event Planning and Budgeting Workshop

2005-02-16T20:47:03Z

Event Planning and Budgeting Workshop

Professional tips and procedures on how to plan and budget a live show. A small investment which could save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars on your next gig. You will learn how to write a mini business plan for your show and how to calculate a budget so you know how many people at how much per head you will need and how to tweak your business plan and budget to make a profit. You will be taken through the actual steps of planning an event as if you were planning and budgeting a real show. A must for first timers and a few tips and new technology for old hands.

The workshop runs for 3 to 4 hours and includes digital media presentation, bonus free stuff, and tips for saving you money where possible, and using internet resources like online ticket sales and free mailing list management.

Wed March 9. 7 pm Onwards.

Where:
Studioz Gallery
1515 Folsom @ 11th
San Francisco

Cost is $36 if you register before March 1st. $50 if you register March 1st onwards.

Free for Gigdirectory.net Subscribers (Bring your Gigdirectory.net UserName to reception on the night.)

Book online http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=82582
Or
Paypal.com to gig@gigslist.org (please also email a cover letter with your receipt number)
Or
Checks to Deborah Paulino
1621 Haight St. PMB 9
San Francisco
California 94117

Event Link: http://www.artintoindustry.net or http://www.gigdirectory.net

Facilitator Deborah Paulino:
25 Years experience in live events, BA in Festival Management, Freelance event and segment manager and promotions, and consultant. Notable Credits: Digital Be In, Bill Graham Presents, How Weird Street Faire, Earthdance, Ram Dass, ArtIntoIndustry.net, Gigslist.org, and many more.

Sponsored by Gigdirectory.net Arts and Media Classifieds. http://www.gigdirectory.net

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Ossie Davis - R.I.P.

2005-02-14T04:04:48Z

http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/c/a/2005/02/05/MNGC2B6F6A1.DTL

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Arthur Miller RIP

2005-02-14T04:02:31Z

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6953165/?GT1=6190

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