February 26, 2015

The Kick Comedy Show and A Minotaur Named Snowflake: Mar 20

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com


Kansas City, MO, February 26, 2015 — The Kick Comedy Show and A Minotaur Named Snowflake – March 20, 2015 – 8:00pm

Our signature show is this Friday!

Using whatever the heck you shout at us, we will make.stuff.up. Everything is instantly created for your enjoyment -- characters, scenes, and jokes. Named best sketch/improv show by The Pitch Kansas City.

You get four great things: (1) "Whose Line" style games that come fast and furious. (2) our signature mainstage show "Hell's Donut," based on unique, original characters, (3) a special performance from our friends A Minotaur Named Snowlfake and (4) special drink deals from Green Room Burgers & Beer!

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $10 or $5 with student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
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MNU presents A MidSummer Night's Dream

MidAmerica Nazarene University


A MidSummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare: Feb 26-Mar 1: 7:30 pm Thr-Sat; 2 pm Sat-Sun
Come watch this timeless piece in MNU's intimate Sunderland Blackbox Theatre. Stunning sets and costumes complement this classic comedy. Directed by Heather Tinker.
Adult: $8 in advance/$10 at the door/Students & children: $5.00. Bell Cultural Events Center, 2030 E College Way, (913) 971-3636, www.bellcenter.mnu.edu (Suitable for Everyone)

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February 25, 2015

Dog & Friend Dog Sing Songs at You

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Contact: Rita Marks, Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com

Kansas City, MO, February 25, 2015 — Dog & Friend Dog Sing Songs at You - March 20, 2015 – 10pm

Comedy duo Dog and Friend Dog ( Ben Auxier and Brian Huther ) present an all new set of songs!

All proceeds from the evening go toward the founding of Friend Dog Studios. Help them buy some film equipment so they can produce more video content!

Just $10, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.


You deserve some fun.
Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111


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Underground Throwdown – March 21, 2015

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Contact: Rita Marks
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Rita@kcimprov.com


Kansas City, MO, February 25, 2015 — Underground Throwdown! – March 21, 2015 – 8:00pm

Three comedy groups perform and the audience votes for the winner!

Competing this month:

February Winner - Four Corners: Claire Williams, Laura Irwin, Aron Wallis, and Chris Fuston
510 Club: Anna May Smith, Erin Rickert, Anne Cuddy, Allyson Weldy, and Havana Mahoney
Dood Squad '09: Sean Stearns, Jon Goscha, Brad Hopkins, and Brandon Laskowski

Produced by The KC Improv Company

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each weekend brings a different type of show, including the "The Gauntlet" and the competition show, "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $10, or $5 with a college student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111






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Keith Plus One - March 21, 2015

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Contact: Rita Marks
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Kansas City, MO, February 25, 2015 — Keith Plus One with opener "Dog and Friend Dog" – March 21, 2015 – 10:00pm.

Joining Keith onstage this month is Anna May Smith! It will be very difficult to tell these two apart.

Opening the night are the cutest little puppies in all of the land Dog and Friend Dog!

Produced by The KC Improv Company

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each weekend brings a different type of show, including the "The Gauntlet" and the competition show, "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $8, or $5 with a college student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
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Kansas City, MO 64111




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Dog & Friend Dog Sing Songs at You

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks, Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
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Kansas City, MO, February 25, 2015 — Dog & Friend Dog Sing Songs at You - March 20, 2015 – 10pm

Comedy duo Dog and Friend Dog ( Ben Auxier and Brian Huther ) present an all new set of songs!

All proceeds from the evening go toward the founding of Friend Dog Studios. Help them buy some film equipment so they can produce more video content!

Produced by The KC Improv Company

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Company strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Just $10, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.


You deserve some fun.
Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111


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Clusterfunk! - March14, 2015 – 10pm

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Contact: Rita Marks, Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
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Kansas City, MO, February 25, 2015 — Clusterfunk! - March 14, 2015 – 10pm

Come see bite sized improv nuggets of the best, most dedicated improvisational comedy teams in Kansas City.

As always there's an individual sign up round for those improvisers out there with all the passion and love of stage time but none of the other improvisers it takes to make up a troupe.

Produced by The KC Improv Company

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Company strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Just $8, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.

You deserve some fun.
Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111


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February 24, 2015

City in Motion Dance Theater presents “A Modern Night at the Folly”, THIS SATURDAY!

City in Motion Dance Theater presents "A Modern Night at the Folly"
12th annual choreographers' showcase
8 p.m., Feb. 28, 2015
The Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. KCMO 64105

Please join City in Motion Dance Theater for "A Modern Night at the Folly" at 8 p.m. Feb. 28th, 2015.

This performance features 10 of the region's most talented choreographers.
This one-of-a-kind event is Kansas City's only adjudicated showcase. This year's performance will feature the choreography of:
Vance R. Baldwin (St. Louis), Muriel Cohan (Lawrence), Dale Fellin (City in Motion co-artistic director), Mary Pat Henry (Kansas City),
Elaine Kimble-Peaks (Kansas City), Willie Lenoir (Lawrence), Lindsay Pierce (Chattanooga, TN), M. Suzanne Ryan Strati (Kansas City),
Kameron N. Saunders (St. Louis) and Patrick Suzeau (Lawrence).

Performances will include themes of ancestral memory, struggle, survival, acceptance and forgiveness .

Tickets for "A Modern Night at the Folly" can be reserved at by calling the Folly box office
at 816.474.4444 or online at Follytheater.org.
Tickets are $20 in advance, $15 for students and seniors and $25 at the door.
Find this event on FACEBOOK.

For more than 25 years, City in Motion has provided opportunities for local choreographers to present their work through
the Choreographers' Showcase, the New Dance Series and Dance in the Park. "A Modern Night at the Folly" is a continuation of that tradition.
Co- Artist Director and original City in Motion company member Andrea Skowronek will be available for interviews as well as production director Crystal Robins. Please email robins.crystal@gmail.com for interview requests.

This event is partially funded by the Missouri Arts Council, The Richard J. Stern Foundation, The Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund,
the Arts KC Regional Arts Council, and a grant from the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation.

Since 1985, City in Motion Dance Theatre has worked to promote modern dance in Kansas City. Its mission is to foster the development of high-quality contemporary dance programming and expand the dance audience in the Kansas City metropolitan region.

This 501c(3) nonprofit organization has utilized a three-pronged approach—a professional dance company; a dance school offering affordable classes for children, youth and adults; and contemporary dance programming and presentations—to achieve awareness and appreciation for modern dance.

The organization is perhaps best known for its high-quality annual dance concerts at the Gem Theater, Folly Theater,
Roanoke Park, H & R Block City Stage Theater at Union Station and other locations throughout the metropolitan area.
For more information about City in Motion and its events, call 816.561.2882 or visit City in Motion Dance School

For immediate release
Contact: Crystal Robins, production director
816.686.8763, robins.crystal@gmail.com
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Call for SUMMER INTERNS at The Barn Players

The Barn Players
2015
Summer Internship Program



POSITION DESCRIPTION
Area high school and college students will have the opportunity to earn up to $500.00 to be used toward tuition, boarding or books at the college of his/her choice. Application deadline is April 1, 2015. This is an incredible opportunity for a student to earn necessary college money, by participating in something that he/she enjoys! The internship requires the student to be available to work / study on our summer productions at The Barn Players Theatre.



The intern(s) might be working on one or more of the following productions this summer:
Six Degrees of Separation
Equus
Disney's Aladdin, Kids (working with children in two different summer sessions)
The Best of Times (benefit concert)



APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Currently be currently enrolled in a high school or college theatre program, and be from the Metro Kansas City area
• Have a minimum GPA of 2.75
• Provide a letter of recommendation from an instructor or counselor at the school that he/she attends
• Provide a cover letter of introduction by describing his/her interest in the performing arts
• Provide a current theatrical resume listing his/her experience in the performing arts



HOW TO APPLY
Send a resume, recommendations and letter of application to:
Eric Magnus, Artistic Director, The Barn Players emagnitude@me.com



Deadline for application is April 1st, 2015.
Interviews will be held at The Barn Players at 6219 Martway, Mission, KS 66202



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Call for Director - Second Session of ALADDIN, KIDS in July

THE BARN PLAYERS

Call for Director…
The Barn Jr. production of
ALADDIN, KIDS
(2nd session only)



Process:
Submit a letter of application to The Barn Players, along with your resume. Please include your experience with directing and working with children in grades 3 through 6 and your reasons for applying to direct. In addition, please include your resume of directing experience. An interview will then be scheduled with the Educational Director and the Artistic Director of The Barn.



Deadline to Apply: March 15th, 2015, with interviews to be scheduled shortly thereafter, by appointment only.



Show:
Welcome to Agrabah, City of Enchantment, where we're about to begin the fantastic tale of the street rat who became a prince! All of your favorite characters from the hit Disney film - Aladdin, Jasmine, Iago, Jafar, the Genie, and more - are here in Disney's ALADDIN KIDS, a musical adventure filled with magic, mayhem, and flying carpet rides. Specific to Disney's ALADDIN KIDS are the Junior Djinn, a group of unique stage magicians who execute the magical moments of the show. Casting many Junior Djinn to create the Genie's magic allows you to involve more young performers. The show includes an ensemble of marketplace hawkers, gymnasts, wrestlers, bread-sellers, fishmongers, belly dancers, beggars, cloth vendors, puppeteers, royal guards & royal trumpeters. Disney's ALADDIN KIDS 's tuneful, accessible Academy award-winning score, with songs by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, and Tim Rice, including "A Whole New World" and "Friend Like Me," will send audiences soaring.



Camp Session:
All regular camp sessions run 10:00am - 4:00pm at The Barn
Family Night: Friday, June 19th @ 7:00pm
Camp Week 1: June 30 – July 2
Camp Week 2: July 6 - 10
Camp Week 3: July 13 - 16
Performances will be July 16th – 18th.



Job Description:
Organize, plan, and manage instruction and direction for a three-week camp for students in grades 3-6 culminating in a performance of Disney's ALADDIN, Kids"



• Provide instruction on acting, stage movement, and collaboration. Also provide choreography and vocal music instruction, or hire additional outside personnel to do so.
• Direct production including students in technical elements as appropriate such as set painting, props, costumes, etc.
• Supervise high school and college interns who assist with instruction and direction
• Communicate effectively with parents about students
• Provide opportunities that enrich students from all levels of experience
• Manage camp so that student behavior is supportive, collaborative, and positive
• Collaborate with other Barn staff to work in repertory with other productions


Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years of age with experience leading students in either school or camp setting.
• Must be able to demonstrate artistic skills through resume, portfolio, or other means
• Must be creative, flexible, and passionate about getting ALL kids involved in performing arts


To submit an application or for more information, please contact
Eric Magnus, Artistic Director of The Barn Players
at emagnitude@me.com


The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.




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CATCH ME IF YOU CAN opens at The Barn Players on Friday!

The Barn presents…

Catch Me If
You Can


Music by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman
Book by Terrence McNally

Directed & Choreographed by Guy Gardner
Musical Direction by James Levy
Stage Management by Rebekah Grieb
Assistant Stage Management by Lyndsey Agron
Set Design by Guy Gardner & Eric Van Horn
Light Design by J. Patrick Inlow
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Sound Design by Phil Kuzila
Prop Design by Meghan Newman
Rehearsal Accompaniment by Roberta Wilkes



February 27 – March 15, 2015
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm


STARRING
Andy Massey, Preston O'ffill & Kipp Simmons

FEATURING
Bill Bergman, Kelsie Clark, Valerie Dykes & Kathleen Marx

WITH
Corinne Bakker, Debbie Blinn, Andrew Brown, Ryan Casey, TJ Chaffin, John Edmonds, Jake Leet, Max Mammele, Joy Richardson & Miles Wirth

And introducing the "Jet Set"…
Kristen Altoro, Natalie Baughman, Renee Blinn, Emmy Hadley, Alyssa Hoedl, Katie Pugh, Erika Shirrell, Tracy Van Unen-Shortess, Mary Cait Williams & Alyssa Winters



SYNOPSIS: Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can, is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for 4 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a Tony Award-winning "dream team", with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray). Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager Frank Abignale, Jr. runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer…living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. But when Frank's lies catch the attention of FBI agent Carl Hanratty, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes.


All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.


Ticket pricing:
REGULAR - $18.00
SENIORS - $ 15.00
GROUPS (10 OR MORE) - $12.00
STUDENTS (WITH A VALID STUDENT ID) - $12.00


WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org


Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
St. Pius School


Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
95.1 Jack-FM

The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.


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February 23, 2015

LIVE in Front of a Studio Audience – March 14, 2015 – 8:00pm

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com

Kansas City, MO, February 23, 2015 — LIVE in Front of a Studio Audience – March 14, 2015 – 8:00pm

You are the production manager at the Global Television Network where you are responsible for the filming of several television programs.

Then all the writers decide to go on strike. In response, all the directors quit. Suddenly, you are left with a rag tag team of actors, one underpaid crewman, a room filled with a studio audience, and a schedule to keep.

What do you do? Go.

Produced by The KC Improv Company

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Script Tease."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $10, or $5 with a college student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111



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The Level 1 and Level 2 Students Perform!

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Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com


Kansas City, MO, February 23, 2015 — The Level 1 and Level 2 Students Perform! – March 14, 2015 – 6:00pm

Check out this special presentation featuring the Level 1 and :Level 2 Training Center students!

These folks have been working hard during the 8 weeks of classes to improv their skills as entertainers, and you get to enjoy this hilarious "final exam."

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend, 21 to drink.
Tickets are $7 or $5 with student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111




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The KC Improv Company presents Sketch School!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com

Kansas City, MO, February 23, 2015 — The KC Improv Company presents Sketch School! – March 13, 2015 – 10:00pm

The sketch students from the KC Improv training center have written a helluva funny show, and they're gonna perform it for your eyeballs!

Also featuring a performance by the KC Improv Company!

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $7 or $5 with student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111




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KC Improv presents Level Up!

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Contact: Rita Marks
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Kansas City, MO, February 23, 2015 — KC Improv presents Level Up! – March 13, 2015 – 8:00pm

The KC Improv Company is proud to bring you this special presentation featuring the Level 3 and Level 4 students from our Training Center! These guys have been working hard during their 8 weeks of classes on their long form formats. Tonight, they will entertain you with completely improvised characters and stories created on the Kick Comedy Theater stage. Headlined by the KC Improv Company.

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $10 or $5 with student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111




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February 19, 2015

Call for SUMMER INTERNS at The Barn Players

The Barn Players
2015
Summer Internship Program



POSITION DESCRIPTION
Area high school and college students will have the opportunity to earn up to $500.00 to be used toward tuition, boarding or books at the college of his/her choice. Application deadline is April 1, 2015. This is an incredible opportunity for a student to earn necessary college money, by participating in something that he/she enjoys! The internship requires the student to be available to work / study on our summer productions at The Barn Players Theatre.



The intern(s) might be working on one or more of the following productions this summer:
Six Degrees of Separation
Equus
Disney's Aladdin, Kids (working with children in two different summer sessions)
The Best of Times (benefit concert)



APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Currently be currently enrolled in a high school or college theatre program, and be from the Metro Kansas City area
• Have a minimum GPA of 2.75
• Provide a letter of recommendation from an instructor or counselor at the school that he/she attends
• Provide a cover letter of introduction by describing his/her interest in the performing arts
• Provide a current theatrical resume listing his/her experience in the performing arts



HOW TO APPLY
Send a resume, recommendations and letter of application to:
Eric Magnus, Artistic Director, The Barn Players emagnitude@me.com



Deadline for application is April 1st, 2015.
Interviews will be held at The Barn Players at 6219 Martway, Mission, KS 66202



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Call for Director - Second Session of ALADDIN, KIDS in July

THE BARN PLAYERS

Call for Director…
The Barn Jr. production of
ALADDIN, KIDS
(2nd session only)



Process:
Submit a letter of application to The Barn Players, along with your resume. Please include your experience with directing and working with children in grades 3 through 6 and your reasons for applying to direct. In addition, please include your resume of directing experience. An interview will then be scheduled with the Educational Director and the Artistic Director of The Barn.



Deadline to Apply: March 15th, 2015, with interviews to be scheduled shortly thereafter, by appointment only.



Show:
Welcome to Agrabah, City of Enchantment, where we're about to begin the fantastic tale of the street rat who became a prince! All of your favorite characters from the hit Disney film - Aladdin, Jasmine, Iago, Jafar, the Genie, and more - are here in Disney's ALADDIN KIDS, a musical adventure filled with magic, mayhem, and flying carpet rides. Specific to Disney's ALADDIN KIDS are the Junior Djinn, a group of unique stage magicians who execute the magical moments of the show. Casting many Junior Djinn to create the Genie's magic allows you to involve more young performers. The show includes an ensemble of marketplace hawkers, gymnasts, wrestlers, bread-sellers, fishmongers, belly dancers, beggars, cloth vendors, puppeteers, royal guards & royal trumpeters. Disney's ALADDIN KIDS 's tuneful, accessible Academy award-winning score, with songs by Alan Menken, Howard Ashman, and Tim Rice, including "A Whole New World" and "Friend Like Me," will send audiences soaring.



Camp Session:
All regular camp sessions run 10:00am - 4:00pm at The Barn
Family Night: Friday, June 19th @ 7:00pm
Camp Week 1: June 30 – July 2
Camp Week 2: July 6 - 10
Camp Week 3: July 13 - 16
Performances will be July 16th – 18th.



Job Description:
Organize, plan, and manage instruction and direction for a three-week camp for students in grades 3-6 culminating in a performance of Disney's ALADDIN, Kids"



• Provide instruction on acting, stage movement, and collaboration. Also provide choreography and vocal music instruction, or hire additional outside personnel to do so.
• Direct production including students in technical elements as appropriate such as set painting, props, costumes, etc.
• Supervise high school and college interns who assist with instruction and direction
• Communicate effectively with parents about students
• Provide opportunities that enrich students from all levels of experience
• Manage camp so that student behavior is supportive, collaborative, and positive
• Collaborate with other Barn staff to work in repertory with other productions


Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years of age with experience leading students in either school or camp setting.
• Must be able to demonstrate artistic skills through resume, portfolio, or other means
• Must be creative, flexible, and passionate about getting ALL kids involved in performing arts


To submit an application or for more information, please contact
Eric Magnus, Artistic Director of The Barn Players
at emagnitude@me.com


The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.




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February 17, 2015

Professional Audition

The Murder Mystery Company
(Professional)


The Murder Mystery Company: Auditions on Feb 22:
6-9 pm Sun at Westport Coffee House, 4010
Pennsylvania Ave KC MO. The Murder Mystery Company
is an inter-active dinner theater group that has
been active in the national theater community for
over ten years and is third in record ticket sales
in the US. Our shows run year round with a
multitude of fun themes changing periodically to
give our repeat customers something new to look
forward to.
We currently have openings in our Kansas City
Troupe, for new MALE and FEMALE Talent! Ages 18+
PAID non-union work. APPOINTMENTS: email,
murdermysterylisa@gmail.com, or register at
http://mmcauditions.com

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February 16, 2015

PerformOUTKC announces Cassandra Hermes as Education Associate of Theatre

For Immediate Release
12pm February 16, 2015

PerformOUTKC, Kansas City's LGBTQIA Choral and
Theatre Arts program announces its 6th season
with new changes and exciting initiatives for
this year.

Kansas City, MO – PerformOUTKC welcomes
Cassandra Hermes as Education Associate. Cassie
joined POKC early this month to support the
theatre arts efforts as she will assist the
artistic team with theater programming and
planning. Cassie grew up and currently resides
in Topeka, Kansas. In addition to directing
theatre she also enjoys the tasks of stage
management, set design and choreography
instruction. Cassie received her Associates of
Fine Arts in theatre and dance from Cottey
College in Nevada, MO. and later obtained a
Bachelors of Arts in theatre from Centenary
College of Louisiana.

In college, Cassie was active in all theatre
and dance productions and has been teaching
theatre for four years now. Her love for
theatre stems from a passion of sharing stories
with others and creating a positive environment
for those around her. She is most passionate
about theatre with a unique focus on feminist
and LGBTQ social issues and the influence that
theatre and the performing arts can have on a
community. Nothing makes her more excited than
getting to do theatre with a purpose. Since
teaching theatre summer camps at Topeka Civic
Theatre, her passion for teaching theatre to
children and youth has cultivated.

This season we're continuing to feature
educational and empowering productions, which
to include storytelling, original writing by
the young artists, traditional choral standards
and some new and exciting musical arrangements.
PerformOUTKC now offers a youth chorus and a
youth theatre troupe to support the artistic
talents of our young artists.

Based in Kansas City, POKC is a 6-year old
community music and theatre arts program
created for lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgendered, queer, intersex and allied
youth, ages 14-22. Our mission is to provide a
safe and inclusive atmosphere for youth of any
and all identities, fostering positive identity
development through excellence in music
performance and creative expression.

PerformOUTKC opened its 2014-2015 season in
January with Affirmation. A "thoroughly
absorbing" performance of storytelling, our
audience experienced the many facets that
connect the struggles, obstacles and positive
enrichment of young people that essentially
defines who they are as people. This summer we
will premiere "That Wasn't Me" a tough and
tender theatrical play about life reflections
and the many journeys youth have explored to
discover their own individual authenticity as
brave, hopeful and courageous people. And back
by popular demand…Loud & Proud 2015, a summer
sing-along DIVA's style.

Want to join? Are you between the ages of 13-22
with a passion or new found love for acting,
dancing, singing, and writing? If so, visit
http://www.performoutkc.org/how-to-join.html
WE WANT YOU!!




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Ph: (816) 659-7899
Email: www.performoutkc.org



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February 13, 2015

SITPLOT 8 Loves Labours Lost Auditions

Alcott Arts Center
(Community)


Loves Labours Lost Auditions by William Shakespeare: Mar 7&14:
10 am, 1 pm Sat
This is one of Shakespeare's earliest comedies, probably written
in 1580s. It may have been first performed in 1588. It was
certainly performed in 1597.The play tells the tale of the King of
Navarre and his three friends who swear off of women for one
year.
Except the Princess of France and her three friends come on a
diplomatic mission.
What to do?
Also, the play spoofs the academics, the Spanish, the local
constable, and the country lads and lasses.
It is a play about love (at least 5 couples) which sets men's wits
against women's.
Directed by Dr. Susan Proctor . There are 16 named characters,
6 men, 5 women, and 5 can be either. ,
Another character in this play is definitely language. The king
and his, friends all write a bit of poetry, some better than others.
For auditions, I would like to hear you read and perhaps dance a
bit. If , you want to prepare ahead of time, I will leave some
books at Alcott Arts that you can peruse to find out about the
characters and maybe,some of the language.,

Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St, (913) 233-2787,
www.alcottartscenter.org

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Script Tease – March 7, 2015 - 10pm

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks, Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com

Script Tease – February 13, 2015 – Script Tease – March 7, 2015 - 10pm

What happens when one actor doesn't know her lines? What if she doesn't even know the play? Or the person she's acting with? Script Tease is what happens. We'll pair one actor from a current Kansas City Production with an improviser from the KC Improv Company and see what story unfolds when one actor plays his role as rehearsed and the other goes totally off the rails.

Also featuring The KC Improv Company with their signature set "Hell's Doughnut!"

Just $8, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.

Produced by The KC Improv Company.

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Company strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each weekend brings a different type of show, including the "The Gauntlet" and the competition show, "Underground Throwdown."

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111



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Ben Kronberg Late Night at The Kick, with The KC Improv Company – March 6, 2015 – 10pm

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com

Kansas City, MO, February 13, 2015 — Ben Kronberg Late Night at The Kick, with The KC Improv Company – March 6, 2015 – 10pm

Ben Kronberg is a fast-rising comic fresh off appearances on Last Comic Standing and @Midnight. Ben combines clever one-liners and witty observations and things from his iPhone. Much of his material has been inspired by girlfriends, who are now incidentally ex-girlfriends. Since his breakout performance at the 2007 HBO Aspen Comedy Festival, Ben has performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live, John Oliver's New York Stand-up Show, and his own Half Hour Special on Comedy Central.

With opening act The KC Improv Company, named best Sketch/Improv troupe in KC the last two years, this is the perfect show to NOT MISS.

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
$15, $10 with a student ID at the door. Group rates available online. 17+, 21 to drink. No drink minimums.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111




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The Gauntlet – March 7, 2015 – 8pm

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks, Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com

Kansas City, MO, February 13, 2015 — The Gauntlet – March 7, 2015 – 8pm

Six enter, one rules.

Join six brave souls as they vie the favor of the audience and the all-powerful Gauntlet. The winner, chosen by popularity, skill and sometimes random chance, will become the next month's Gauntlet.

This night of chaos, skill and hilarity (presented by the KC Improv Company) will keep you on the edge of your seat and at the height of your laughiness.

Featuring last month's winner: Trish Berrong
And a host of great improvisers to be announced soon!

Just $10, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.

Produced by The KC Improv Company

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Company strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each weekend brings a different type of show, including the competition shows, "Live in Front of a Studio Audience" and "Underground Throwdown."

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111



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SPECIAL EVENT: Ben Kronberg Stand-up at The Kick, with The KC Improv Company – March 6, 2015 – 8:00pm

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com


Kansas City, MO, February 13, 2015 — Ben Kronberg Stand-up at The Kick, with The KC Improv Company – March 6, 2015 – 8:00pm

Ben Kronberg is a fast-rising comic fresh off appearances on Last Comic Standing and @Midnight. Ben combines clever one-liners and witty observations with catchy songs that he performs while playing instruments like the guitar, casio-keyboard, and iPhone! Much of his material has been inspired by girlfriends, who are now incidentally ex-girlfriends.

Since his breakout performance at the 2007 HBO Aspen Comedy Festival, Ben has performed on Jimmy Kimmel Live, John Oliver's New York Stand-up Show, and his own Half Hour Special on Comedy Central.

With opening act The KC Improv Company, named best Sketch/Improv troupe in KC the last two years, this is the perfect show to NOT MISS.

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
$15, $10 with a student ID at the door. Group rates available online. 17+, 21 to drink. No drink minimums.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111

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February 12, 2015

City in Motion Dance Theater presents “A Modern Night at the Folly”

City in Motion Dance Theater presents "A Modern Night at the Folly"
12th annual choreographers' showcase

8 p.m., Feb. 28, 2015
The Folly Theater, 300 W. 12th St. KCMO 64105

Please join City in Motion Dance Theater for "A Modern Night at the Folly" at 8 p.m. Feb. 28th, 2015.

This performance features 10 of the region's most talented choreographers. This one-of-a-kind event is Kansas City's only adjudicated showcase. This year's performance will feature the choreography of Vance R. Baldwin (St. Louis), Muriel Cohan (Lawrence), Dale Fellin (City in Motion co-artistic director), Mary Pat Henry (Kansas City), Elaine Kimble-Peaks (Kansas City), Willie Lenoir (Lawrence), Lindsay Pierce (Chattanooga, TN), M. Suzanne Ryan Strati (Kansas City), Kameron N. Saunders (St. Louis) and Patrick Suzeau (Lawrence).

Performances will include themes of ancestral memory, struggle, survival, acceptance and forgiveness .

Tickets for "A Modern Night at the Folly" can be reserved at by calling the Folly box office at 816.474.4444 or online at Follytheater.org. Tickets are $20 in advance, $15 for students and seniors and $25 at the door.

For more than 25 years, City in Motion has provided opportunities for local choreographers to present their work through the Choreographers' Showcase, the New Dance Series and Dance in the Park. "A Modern Night at the Folly" is a continuation of that tradition. Co- Artist Director and original City in Motion company member Andrea Skowronek will be available for interviews as well as production director Crystal Robins. Please email robins.crystal@gmail.com for interview requests.

This event is partially funded by the Missouri Arts Council, The Richard J. Stern Foundation, The Neighborhood Tourist Development Fund, the Arts KC Regional Arts Council, and a grant from the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation.
Since 1985, City in Motion Dance Theatre has worked to promote modern dance in Kansas City. Its mission is to foster the development of high-quality contemporary dance programming and expand the dance audience in the Kansas City metropolitan region.

This 501c(3) nonprofit organization has utilized a three-pronged approach—a professional dance company; a dance school offering affordable classes for children, youth and adults; and contemporary dance programming and presentations—to achieve awareness and appreciation for modern dance. The organization is perhaps best known for its high-quality annual dance concerts at the Gem Theater, Folly Theater, Roanoke Park, H & R Block City Stage Theater at Union Station and other locations throughout the metropolitan area.

For more information about City in Motion and its events, call 816.561.2882 or visit City in Motion Dance School

For immediate release
Contact: Crystal Robins, production director
816.686.8763, robins.crystal@gmail.com
Additional photos available
www.cityinmotion.org

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Byrd Productions Presents: A Mask Performance Intensive by Tony Fuemmeler

Byrd Productions Presents: A Mask Performance Intensive by Tony Fuemmeler

Masks are one of the original elements of theater as we know it. They inspire character and transform the actor.
In this workshop, participants will learn about how to harness the power of the mask while simultaneously improving their movement vocabulary and specificity.

A variety of mask styles will be used in the investigation of performance and the creation of a vibrant mask character.

This workshop is appropriate for multiple levels of performance experience.
Bring neutral clothes in which you can move easily: Yoga pants, thin sweat pants, t-shirts, tank tops, etc.
We will be working barefoot.

February 22, Sunday
11:00AM - 3:00PM
Cost: $40
at the City in Motion School of Dance Studios
3925 Main, Kansas City MO 64111
Online Tickets:
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1265515
Find Byrd Productions on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/byrdproductionsphysicaltheater

~ Our website is currently down - The cause of this delayed email. :0( ~
to reach us in person call: 816-305-8188


Tony Fuemmeler~ Mask Maker, Director, Teaching Artist, Puppeteer
Tony, a Missouri native, is a multi-disciplinary theatre artist specializing in mask work and puppetry.
Based in Portland, Oregon, he has designed masks for multiple productions on the west coast.
Tony's interest in masks began in undergraduate study at KU, and continued through work with In The Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre of Minneapolis and further training at the Dell'Arte International School (Blue Lake, California)
and with Nyoman Setiawan in Ubud, Bali.
He has taught mask performance and creation classes across the country for the past 12 years. Tony recently returned from a volunteer trip to India, where he made masks for the The Maya Project, a collaboration of Teach For India and Artists Striving to End Poverty.

Contact Tony:
Websitewww.tonyfuemmeler.com
Blogwww.tonyfuemmeler.wordpress.com

Support the Epic Project:
UMKC Epic Project http://launch.umkc.edu/epicproject

See the Epic Project:
https://www.facebook.com/events/849127458484723/

View the teaser video for The Epic Project:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KuUs-s1uWAM

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February 11, 2015

Benefit production of A.R. Gurney's "Love Letters" at Percolator Lawrence

Orange Mouse Theatrical Productions

Orange Mouse Theatrical Productions presents
"Love Letters" by A.R. Gurney: Feb 19: 7:30 pm

The story centers on two characters, Melissa Gardner and Andrew Makepeace Ladd III, as they read notes, letters and cards they have written to each other. Covering nearly 50 years, they discuss the hopes, dreams, ambitions, disappointments, victories and defeats that have passed between them throughout their separated lives. Andrew becomes a U.S. senator and Melissa fails as an artist - and their stories continue, both together and apart.

Directed by Cynthia Evans. Featuring David Castellani and Christie Scanlin Dobson.

Donations benefit The Kansas Suicide Prevention Resource Center. Percolator Lawrence , 913 Rhode Island St (Alley behind Lawrence Arts Center) (Adult Fare)

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February 10, 2015

CATCH ME IF YOU CAN opens at The Barn Players on February 27th!

The Barn presents…

Catch Me If
You Can


Music by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman
Book by Terrence McNally

Directed & Choreographed by Guy Gardner
Musical Direction by James Levy
Stage Management by Rebekah Grieb
Assistant Stage Management by Lyndsey Agron
Set Design by Guy Gardner & Eric Van Horn
Light Design by J. Patrick Inlow
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Sound Design by Phil Kuzila
Prop Design by Meghan Newman
Rehearsal Accompaniment by Roberta Wilkes



February 27 – March 15, 2015
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm


STARRING
Andy Massey, Preston O'ffill & Kipp Simmons

FEATURING
Bill Bergman, Kelsie Clark, Valerie Dykes & Kathleen Marx

WITH
Corinne Bakker, Debbie Blinn, Andrew Brown, Ryan Casey, TJ Chaffin, John Edmonds, Jake Leet, Max Mammele, Joy Richardson & Miles Wirth

And introducing the "Jet Set"…
Kristen Altoro, Natalie Baughman, Renee Blinn, Emmy Hadley, Alyssa Hoedl, Katie Pugh, Erika Shirrell, Tracy Van Unen-Shortess, Mary Cait Williams & Alyssa Winters



SYNOPSIS: Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can, is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for 4 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a Tony Award-winning "dream team", with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray). Seeking fame and fortune, precocious teenager Frank Abignale, Jr. runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer…living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. But when Frank's lies catch the attention of FBI agent Carl Hanratty, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes.


All performances are at:
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway, Mission, KS.


Ticket pricing:
REGULAR - $18.00
SENIORS - $ 15.00
GROUPS (10 OR MORE) - $12.00
STUDENTS (WITH A VALID STUDENT ID) - $12.00


WE ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call 1-800-838-3006
or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org


Production support provided by…
The Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County Chamber of Commerce
St. Pius School


Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
95.1 Jack-FM

The Barn Players embraces diversity in all aspects of our organization. Non-traditional and equal-opportunity casting is encouraged.


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BAD JEWS at the BLUEBARN Theatre in Omaha, NE

BLUEBARN Theatre Announces Regional Premiere of
BAD JEWS by Joshua Elias Harmon

The BLUEBARN Theatre continues Season 26 with
the regional premiere of the razor-sharp
comedy, Bad Jews. The play opens Thursday,
February 19th and runs through Saturday, March
14th, 2015. BLUEBARN Producing Artistic
Director Susan Clement-Toberer directs, with
scenic design by Martin Scott Marchitto,
lighting design by Carol Wisner, costume design
by Wesley Pourier, sound design by Craig Marsh,
and properties design by Amy Reiner.

Shows run Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m.,
Sunday March 1st and 8th at 6 p.m. Single
tickets
for Bad Jews are $30 for adults; and $25 for
students, seniors 65+, TAG members, and
groups of 10 or more.

Thursday, March 12 is a Young Professional
night. Tickets for YPs are $25.

Bad Jews is generously sponsored by Anonymous,
Jannette J. Davis, Dr. Kerry Dobson and Bruce
Reneaud, and Rich and Fran Juro.

About BAD JEWS

Described as a comedy about the holy and the
holier-than-thou, Bad Jews is the story of
Daphna Feygenbaum, a "Real Jew" with an Israeli
boyfriend she met on a Birthright tour. When
Daphna's cousin Liam brings home his shiksa
girlfriend Melody and declares ownership of
their grandfather's Chai necklace, a vicious
and hilarious brawl over family, faith, and
legacy ensues. Bad Jews makes it regional
premiere at the BLUEBARN Theatre.


About the stars of BAD JEWS

Bad Jews showcases the talents of 4 young
bright stars of the Omaha theatre community.
Jonathan Purcell ("Liam") returns to the stage
after opening our season in David Mamet's
gritty American Buffalo. Rounding out the cast
are 3 newcomers making their BLUEBARN debut:
Megan Friend as "Daphna", Jon Roberson as
"Jonah", and Sydney Readman as "Melody."


About The BLUEBARN Theatre
The BLUEBARN Theatre has been bringing
professionally-produced plays to area audiences
since 1989. Since its inception, BLUEBARN has
produced over 100 plays and has established
itself as Omaha's professional contemporary
theatre company. Striving to bring
artistically significant scripts and
professional production values to Omaha and the
surrounding region, BLUEBARN is known for high-
quality entertainment and the fearless pursuit
of stories that challenge both theatre artists
and patrons.


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INTO THE WOODS Auditions

The company that brought you the critically
acclaimed production of LES MISERABLES (Yardley
Hall, summer 2013) and the Internationally
award-winning production of BIG RIVER (Kauffman
Center, summer 2014) now brings you INTO THE
WOODS! (Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.
Book by James Lapine.)

Auditions: March 7th from 10:30-3:00 (open call
for ages 8 & up, come anytime)
Callbacks: March 8th from 1:00-4:00pm
Performances: Yardley Hall, Aug. 6th-9th
Directors: Amy Sander & Todd Burd

As the result of the curse of a once-beautiful
witch, a baker and his wife are childless.
Three days before the rise of a blue moon, they
venture into the forest to find the ingredients
that will reverse the spell and restore the
witch's beauty: a milk-white cow, hair as
yellow as corn, a blood-red cape, and a slipper
of gold. During their journey, they meet
Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel
and Jack, each one on a quest to fulfill a
wish.

*Bring 32 bars of a memorized song with marked
sheet music. Similar style of show preferred.
No songs from the show.
*Accompanist provided. No karaoke tracks or
acapella auditions allowed.
*Auditions open to public (ages 8 & up). No
previous involvement or enrollment required.
*Only ages 14 & up will be considered for lead
roles.
*Audition form, more audition details, and
rehearsal & performance information can be
found at www.culturehouse.com/auditions-
productions.
*The Culture House is a non-professional
theater company.

Questions? Please email amy@culturehouse.com.

The Culture House
14808 W 117th St
(913) 393-3141
www.culturehouse.com

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February 9, 2015

Drunken Personal History – February 28, 2015 – 10pm

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Kansas City, MO, February 9, 2015 — Drunken Personal History – February 28, 2015 – 10pm

Some of the best storytellers in Kansas City tell their wildest stories about late nights and bad decisions. Plus, the improvisers of The KC Improv Company act out those stories live, on the fly.

The show is inspired by Drunk History on Comedy Central, but it happens right in front of your face. And the history we share is the personal, sometimes embarrassing history of the featured performers.

Come see stand-up comedians, actors, improvisers and other people who really know how to tell a story. All on one stage.

Just $10, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.

Produced by The KC Improv Company

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Company strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111



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A Night of Awesome – February 28, 2015 – 8pm

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Kansas City, MO, February 9, 2015 — A Night of Awesome – February 28, 2015 – 8pm

The KC Improv Company brings AWESOME to your eyeholes once again, and not just a little awesome, a whole freaking night of awesome!

Three shows, three worlds, three suggestions.

Produced by The KC Improv Company

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Company strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Just $10, or $5 with a student ID.
Adult Fare – 17+ to enter, 21 to drink. As always, no drink minimums.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111



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Mid-Life Players' Mid-Life Crisis Costume Party!

Mid Life Players


Mid-Life Crisis Costume Party!: Feb 15: 5 pm Sun
Dress like your favorite character from Musical Theater and join us for an afternoon of fun! Free admission for Members of Mid-Life Players or just $10 at the door. Silent Auction, Entertainment, Karaoke, Snack food, Cash Bar, Prizes, and obviously, FUN!
Go down the ramp to the left of the restaurant from the parking lot and enter into the basement.
Brew Top Pub & Patio, 700 Woods Chapel Road, (816) 716-6681, mid-lifeplayers@hotmail.com,

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February 5, 2015

The Kick Comedy Show – February 27, 2015

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Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com


Kansas City, MO, February 5, 2015 — The Kick Comedy Show – February 27, 2015 – 8:00pm

See our signature show, every Friday!

Using whatever the heck you shout at us, we will make stuff up. Everything is instantly created for your enjoyment — characters, scenes, and jokes. Named best sketch/improv show by The Pitch Kansas City.

You get three great things: (1) "Whose Line" style games that come fast and furious. (2) our signature mainstage show "Hell's Donut," based on unique, original characters, and (3) special drink deals from Green Room Burgers & Beer!

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $10 or $5 with student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111




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February 4, 2015

Comedy Show Turns 30 - No Longer Able to Wear a Bikini

LAWRENCE, KS – The award-winning comedy show
Right Between the Ears kicks off its 30th year
with a live performance at Lawrence's Liberty
Hall on Saturday, February 28 at 8:00pm.

Developed in 1985 by producer Darrell Brogdon
as The Imagination Workshop, the show was re-
christened Right Between the Ears in 2000 and
has been broadcast on National Public Radio,
BBC Radio Four, Sirius-XM and Kansas Public
Radio stations, and has received numerous
awards, including four Gold Medals as Best
Comedy Show at the New York Festivals.

Besides the February 28 show, the 30th season
will also include live performances at the 2015
HearNOW Festival, the KC Fringe Festival and a
November holiday show at Liberty Hall.

The first live show of 2015 promises the usual
stew of topical spoofery and satirical
sketches, including take-offs on politics,
current movies and TV's The Bachelor.

Tickets for Right Between the Ears are on sale
now at Ticketmaster, the Liberty Hall box
office and at www.rightbetweentheears.com.

Right Between the Ears is broadcast every week
on Kansas Public Radio stations (91.5,
Lawrence; 89.7, Emporia; 91.3, Junction City;
99.5 Manhattan; and 90.3 Chanute). The show
has also been heard on National Public Radio,
Sirius-XM and BBC Radio 4, and is available on
Pandora and Spotify.


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February 3, 2015

Auditions for "The Great Gatsby"

Theatre Atchison
(Community)

Auditions for "The Great Gatsby" From the novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Adapted for the stage by Simon Levy: Mar 3-4: 7 pm Tue-Wed
Jay Gatsby, a self-made millionaire, passionately pursues the elusive Daisy Buchanan. Nick Carraway, a young newcomer to Long Island, is drawn into their world of obsession, greed and danger. The breathtaking glamour and decadent excess of the Jazz Age come to the stage in F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel, and in Simon Levy's adaptation, approved by the Fitzgerald Estate.

Directed by Corbin Hernandez. Seeking 5 men, 4 women, adult extras able to play 20's - 30s. 1-2 minute audition monologue encouraged but not required. Please bring acting resume and head shot. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
Theatre Atchison, 401 Santa Fe St, (913) 367-1647, www.theatreatchison.org

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"Almost, Maine" Press Release

Theatre Atchison


Almost, Maine by John Cariani: Feb 20-Mar 1: 8 pm Fri-Sat; 2 pm Sun
Welcome to Almost, Maine. It almost doesn't exist, because its residents never got around to getting organized. So it's just…Almost.

One cold, clear Friday night in the middle of winter, while the northern lights hover in the sky above, Almost's residents find themselves falling in and out of love in the strangest ways. Love is lost, found, and confounded. And life for the people of Almost, Maine will never be the same.

ALMOST, MAINE: It's love. But not quite.

Directed by Ernest Williams.
$12 adults; $8 students.
Theatre Atchison, 401 Santa Fe St, (913) 367-7469, www.theatreatchison.org (Adult Fare)

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February 1, 2015

Keith Plus One - February 21, 2015 - 10pm

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Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com


Kansas City, MO, February 1, 2015 — Keith Plus One with opener "Dog and Friend Dog" – February 21, 2015 – 10:00pm.

Joining Keith this month is the best dressed improviser in Kansas City: Bobby Miller Jr. Dog and Friend Dog will open the show with some of the most confusing hilarious improv in town.

Produced by The KC Improv Company

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each weekend brings a different type of show, including the "The Gauntlet" and the competition show, "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $8, or $5 with a college student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111




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Underground Throwdown – February 21, 2015

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Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com


Kansas City, MO, February 1, 2015 — Underground Throwdown! – February 21, 2015 – 8:00pm

Three comedy groups perform and the audience votes for the winner!

Competing this month:

Four Corners: Claire Williams, Laura Irwin, Aron Wallis, and Chris Fuston
ABC's of Improv: Jordan Claussen, Matt Peters, Eric Gulley, Gabe Moyer, and Peter Krievins
Alpha Swan Platoon: Jeremiah Frye, Mary Paradise, Sydney Ragsdale, Sean Stearns, Gabriela Sa Teles, and Austin Carter Potter.

Produced by The KC Improv Company

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each weekend brings a different type of show, including the "The Gauntlet" and the competition show, "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $10, or $5 with a college student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111






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The Kick Comedy Show – February 20, 2015

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
Marketing Manager - 816-806-4000
Rita@kcimprov.com

Kansas City, MO, February 1, 2015 — The Kick Comedy Show – February 20, 2015 – 8:00pm.

See our signature show, every Friday!

Using whatever the heck you shout at us, we will make stuff up. Everything is instantly created for your enjoyment — characters, scenes, and jokes. Named best sketch/improv show by The Pitch Kansas City.

You get three great things: (1) "Whose Line" style games that come fast and furious. (2) our signature mainstage show "Hell's Donut," based on unique, original characters, and (3) special drink deals from Green Room Burgers & Beer!

The KC Improv Company has over 14 years of specializing in both long-form and short-form improvisational comedy. The group has called the Kick Comedy Theater home for over two years. With business partners Green Room Burgers and Beer and the Westport Coffeehouse, the KC Improv Co strives to create a total food, drink, and entertainment experience. Each week brings a different type of show, including "The Gauntlet," "Underground Throwdown," and "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.
Tickets are $10 or $5 with student ID.

You deserve some fun.
KC Improv Company. Laugh Loud!

www.kcimprov.com
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

Kick Comedy Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Kansas City, MO 64111




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