April 30, 2015

Open Call for Auditions

River City Community Players announce an open call for auditions for its spring youth play, The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe.

Dramatized from C.S. Lweis' story by Don Quinn.

Auditions will be May 4 and 5 beginning at 6 p.m., Monday and Tuesday at the Leavenworth Performing Arts Center.

In a unique world, C.S. Lewis invites children to walk into it and enjoy both surprise and adventure.

An old house in rural England during World War II becomes the home base for four children who wander into an incredible country through an old wardrobe and help the country return to summer.

Directed by Kevin Albee.

Be prepared for cold readings.

Ages 9 - 18. Bring a list of all conflicts from May 4 through June 7.
Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, www.rccplv.com

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April 29, 2015

The KC Improv Company Featuring Level 2 Training Students

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


Kansas City, MO, April 29, 2015 – The KC Improv Company Featuring Level 2 Training Students – May 9, 2015 – 8:00pm

The KC Improv Company is proud to bring you this very special presentation featuring our extremely talented Level 2 students. Come support them as we push them out of the nest and on to the Kick Comedy Theater stage! Enjoy special ticket prices and the always wonderful food and drinks from Green Room Burgers & Beer!

Laugh as performers take suggestions from the audience and create brand-new characters and scenes on the spot!

The Level 2 students will be performing fast-paced, scene based games.

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 "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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The KC Improv Training Center Level 1 Students Make You Laugh!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
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Rita@kcimprov.com


Kansas City, MO, April 29, 2015 — The KC Improv Training Center Level 1 Students Make You Laugh! – May 9, 2015 – 6:00pm

The KC Improv Company is proud to bring you this very special presentation featuring our extremely talented Level 1 students. Come support them as we push them out of the nest and on to the Kick Comedy Theater stage! Enjoy special ticket prices and the always wonderful food and drinks from Green Room Burgers & Beer!

Laugh as performers take suggestions from the audience and create brand-new characters and scenes on the spot!

The Level 1 students will be performing fast-paced, Whose-Line style games.

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 "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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The Kick Comedy Show with Level 3 and Level 4

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
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Rita@kcimprov.com


Kansas City, MO, April 29, 2015 — The Kick Comedy Show with Level 3 and Level 4 – May 8, 2015 – 8:00pm

The KC Improv Training Center's Level 3 and 4 students join us in our signature show!

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, based on unique, original characters, and (3) special drink deals from Green Room Burgers & Beer!

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 "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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Auditions for EQUUS coming in June to The Barn!

AUDITIONS!

EQUUS
By Peter Schaffer

Directed by Diane Bulan

AUDITIONS:
Saturday, June 6th from 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Sunday, June 7th from 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Callbacks by invitation – Monday, June 8th from 7:00pm – 10:00pm
At St. Pius School
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS.

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepare: Auditions are open call and will include cold reading from the script.
Bring: Resume and headshot, if available. Bring all known conflicts from June 28th – July 23rd. No rehearsal conflicts will be allowed during Dress / Tech week July 26th – July 30th.
Rehearsals will begin June 28th at St. Pius School. A full rehearsal schedule will be built around cast conflicts. A typical rehearsal schedule will be Sunday through Thursday evenings.

Cast members are required to assist with strike on August 16th, and cast members may be asked to assist with costume pieces.

PRODUCTION DATES:
July 31st – August 16th, 2015
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
Industry Night on Monday, August 10th at 7:30pm

All performances take place at
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway in Mission, KS

SYNOPSIS: Dr. Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist, is confronted with Alan Strang, a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. This very passion is as foreign to Dysart as the act itself. To the boy's parents it is a hideous mystery; Alan has always adored horses. To Dysart it is a psychological puzzle that leads both doctor and patient to a complex and disturbingly dramatic confrontation. This international success reached new acclaim in London and on Broadway when revived in 2008.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

Martin Dysart | Age 40 to 60

Alan Strang | Age 18 to 25 (nudity is required)

Jill Mason | Age 18 to 25

Frank Strang | Age 40 to 50

Dora Strang | Age 40 to 50

Hesther Saloman | Age 40 to 60

Nurse | Any age, male or female

Harry Dalton | Age 40 to 50
Nugget & Horseman | Any age, male or female. This is predominantly a non-speaking part (but by no means no less important) with one spoken scene as the horseman.

Horses x 5 | Any age, male or female



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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AVENUE Q - Final Weekend!

PERFORMANCES THIS WEEKEND ARE CLOSE TO A SELL-OUT!

Make your reservations today!

The Barn presents…


AVENUE Q


WARNING: This show is rated "R" and contains full frontal puppet nudity!


Music & Lyrics by Robert Lopez & Jeff Marx
Book by Jeff Whitty
Based on an original concept by Robert Lopez & Jeff Whitty
Puppet Conceived & Designed by Rick Lyon
Animation Design by Robert Lopez
Puppets Constructed by Character Translations, Inc. for Music Theatre International


Directed by Eric Magnus
Musical Direction by Kevin Hershberger
Musical Staging & Puppet Training by Guy Gardner
Assistant Direction by Shelly Stewart
Stage Management by Rebekah Grieb
Set Design by Ken Schmidt
Set Construction by Bill Wright
Light Design by Chuck Cline
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Sound Design by Josh Finch
Dialect Coaching by Maiko Uhlich
Assistant Stage Management & Props Design by Amanda Albert
Assistant Prop Design by Rita Marks
Rehearsal Accompaniment by Roberta Wilkes
Puppet Consultation by Tim Cormack


April 17 – May 3, 2015
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm



STARRING
Betsy Bledsoe, Andrew Joseph Brown, Ai Vy Bui, Kelsie Clark, Sharon Kwon, Evan Lovelace, James Levy, Mark Murphy, Preston O'ffill & Reed Uthe

FEATURING
Kristen Altoro, Whitney Armstrong, Jake Leet, Ethan Platt & Ali Watson

The role of "Christmas Eve"
will be played by Sharon Kwon on May 1st and 2nd.



SYNOPSIS: AVENUE Q is a gut-bustingly hilarious modern musical focusing on a group of unique 20-somethings making their way in the big city, seeking their purpose in life. Although the show addresses humorous adult issues, it is similar to a beloved children's show; a place where puppets are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned. Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, AVENUE Q is part flesh, part felt, and packed with heart. AVENUE Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that although the residents seem nice, it's clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life.



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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Auditions for THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE are this weekend for The Barn!

AUDITIONS!


Thoroughly Modern Millie


New Music by Jeanine Tesori
New Lyrics by Dick Scanlan
Book by Dick Scanlan and Richard Henry Morris
Original Story and Screenplay by Richard Henry Morris for the Universal Pictures Film.
Additional Songs by James Van Heusen & Sammy Cahn / Jay Thompson Sir Arthur Sullivan & Sir W. S. Gilbert / Victor Herbert & Rida Johnson Young Walter Donaldson, Sam Lewis & Joe Young

Directed & Choreographed by Kipp Simmons
Musical Direction by Kevin Bogan
Tap Choreography by Valerie Martin
Assistant Direction by Korey Childs
Assistant Choreography by JC Dresslaer

AUDITIONS:
May 2nd from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
May 3rd from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
At St. Pius Church
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
• Auditions will be an open call both days, and will consist of singing a prepared 32 bar selection of a musical theatre song in the style of the show. There will also be a dance audition, so wear proper attire. A Tap combination will be taught at callbacks, but be prepared to show any tap skills you have at the open audition.
• Please Provide: Sheet Music...no CDs & NO ACAPPELLA auditions. Headshot/Resume (if available)
• Invited Callbacks will be held on Saturday, May 9th from 1:00pm - 5:00pm at the Arts Asylum at 9th Street and Harrison in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. If you are auditioning, please make sure to clear your schedule that day, as callbacks are critical to putting together the strongest ensemble for this ensemble piece.
• Rehearsals will begin around August 9th. Typical weekly rehearsal schedule will be Sunday through Thursday nights from 6:30pm – 10pm. Rehearsals the last 2 weeks of rehearsal may go to 10:30p. (Tech Rehearsal on Sunday, September 13th will be from 1:00p – 6:00p) Conflicts with the rehearsal schedule must be kept to an absolute minimum during the rehearsal process. No conflicts will be accepted during dress / tech week without prior approval from the director.
• If you are unable to attend either open call, please email your interest to kippbot@gmail.com. You may be asked to send a video singing a 32 bar selection and a short monologue.


PRODUCTION DATES:
September 18th – October 4th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
Industry Night performance on Monday, September 28th at 7:30pm

All performances take place at…
The Barn Players Theatre
6219 Martway in Mission, KS


SYNOPSIS:
Based on the popular 1967movie, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE is a high-spirited, zany, new 1920's musical that took Broadway by storm, winning the Tony Award for Best Musical in the 2001-2002 season. Taking place in New York City in 1922, this charming show tells the story of young Millie Dillmount, who has just moved to the city in search of a new life for herself. It's a New York full of intrigue and jazz – a time when women were entering the workforce and the rules of love and social behavior were changing forever.

CAST BREAKDOWN:
• MILLIE DILLMOUNT - A spunky, modern woman trying to make it in New York City. She falls in love with Jimmy and is our story's protagonist. - Female, 20-30 yrs old - Range: G#3 - E5 – good tapper
• JIMMY SMITH - A suave city slicker who unexpectedly becomes the story's hero. He falls in love with Millie. - Male, 20-35 yrs old - Range: C3 - A4
• MISS DOROTHY BROWN - A naive, wealthy girl who has moved to New York to change her lifestyle. She becomes Millie's roommate and confidant. - Female, 20-30 yrs old - Range: B3 - C6
• MRS. MEERS - A former actress turned human trafficker pretending to be a kindly Chinese woman. She oversees the Hotel Priscilla where she secretly sells her tenants. - Female or male, 40- 60 yrs old - Range: E3 - Bb4 - (We are open to making this a "drag" role for a male)
• TREVOR GRAYDON - An executive at the Sincere Trust Insurance Company. He is sharp, ambitious, and secretly romantic. - Male, 30-40 yrs old - Range: A2 - G4
• MUZZY VAN HOSSMERE - A glamorous actress and singer at a night club. She becomes Millie's friend and mentor. - Female, 40-60 yrs old - Range: G#3 - D5
• MISS FLANNERY - An uptight, stern office manager. She runs the stenographer pool at Sincere Trust Insurance Company. Female, 25- 50 yrs old - Range: Bb3 - D5 - good tapper
• BUN FOO - A Chinese immigrant working to bring his mother to the United States. Older brother of Ching Ho and henchman to Mrs. Meers. Sings and speaks in Chinese. - Male, 20-35 yrs old - Range: E3 - E4
• CHING HO - A Chinese immigrant working to bring his mother to the United States. Younger brother of Bun Foo and henchman to Mrs. Meers. Sings and speaks in Chinese. - Male, 18-25 yrs old - Range: Bb2 - E4
• DANCING ENSEMBLE – A strong dancing (especially tap) ensemble to play MODERNS, STENOGRAPHERS, HOTEL PRISCILLA GIRLS, MUZZY'S BOYS, and OTHERS. – all ages and types
• SINGING ENSEMBLE – A strong singing ensemble to play MODERNS, STENOGRAPHERS, MUZZY'S FRIENDS and OTHERS – all ages and types

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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April 26, 2015

Fiddler on the Roof celebrates its 50th anniversary in all-local, professional mounting

Spinning Tree Theatre celebrates the 50th anniversary of Fiddler
on the Roof with an all-local, professional production starring
Gary Neal Johnson and Julie Shaw.

23 actors and a Klezmer quartet bring this classic musical to life
in our intimate retelling of the beloved classic by Stein, Bock,
Harnick, Aleichem.

Apr 23-May 10: 8 pm Fri-Sat; 7:30 pm Mon, Wed-Fri; 2 pm Sun


Directed by Michael Grayman and Andy Parkhurst.

Featuring Lyndsey Agron, Jake Bartley, Sara Belhouari, Trevor
Belt, Angie Benson, Ruth Baum Bigus, Joey Boos, Devin Burns,
Emma Carter, Mead D'Amore, Rick Duplissie, Callie Fabac,
Michael Golliher, Megan Herrera, Gary Neal Johnson, Matthew A
King, T J Lancaster, Joe Levens, Seth Macchi, Molly Moore,
Nancy Nail, Kami Rodgers, Jonathan Lloyd Schriock, Julie
Shaw, Brian Shortess, Bob Wearing, and James Westbrook.


$27.50-$40.00.
Spinning Tree Theatre production at Just Off Broadway, 3051
Penn Valley Drive
(816) 569-5277
www.spinningtreetheatre.com
(Suitable for Everyone)

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April 24, 2015

AVENUE Q...Industry Night is coming up on May 27th at The Barn

The Barn Players

INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, April 27th, 2015

AVENUE Q
The Barn has added an additional performance of our second patron show of the 2015 season on Monday night, April 27th at 7:30pm, to give our friends in the theatre community a chance to see this wonderful production!

Tickets will be only be available at the door for this special performance, and are open to one and all, but we'd love to see as many local performers, technicians, producers and volunteers as possible.

For this special Industry Night performance,
ALL TICKETS ARE JUST $12!

Make your plans today, and we'll see you in the audience on Monday, April 27th!


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AVENUE Q continues at The Barn this weekend!

ALL THREE PERFORMANCES THIS WEEKEND ARE CLOSE TO A SELL-OUT!
Make your reservations today!

The Barn presents…


AVENUE Q


WARNING: This show is rated "R" and contains full frontal puppet nudity!


Music & Lyrics by Robert Lopez & Jeff Marx
Book by Jeff Whitty
Based on an original concept by Robert Lopez & Jeff Whitty
Puppet Conceived & Designed by Rick Lyon
Animation Design by Robert Lopez
Puppets Constructed by Character Translations, Inc. for Music Theatre International


Directed by Eric Magnus
Musical Direction by Kevin Hershberger
Musical Staging & Puppet Training by Guy Gardner
Assistant Direction by Shelly Stewart
Stage Management by Rebekah Grieb
Set Design by Ken Schmidt
Set Construction by Bill Wright
Light Design by Chuck Cline
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Sound Design by Josh Finch
Dialect Coaching by Maiko Uhlich
Assistant Stage Management & Props Design by Amanda Albert
Assistant Prop Design by Rita Marks
Rehearsal Accompaniment by Roberta Wilkes
Puppet Consultation by Tim Cormack


April 17 – May 3, 2015
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm



STARRING
Betsy Bledsoe, Andrew Joseph Brown, Ai Vy Bui, Kelsie Clark, Sharon Kwon, Evan Lovelace, James Levy, Mark Murphy, Preston O'ffill & Reed Uthe

FEATURING
Kristen Altoro, Whitney Armstrong, Jake Leet, Ethan Platt & Ali Watson

The role of "Christmas Eve"
will be played by Sharon Kwon on May 1st and 2nd.



SYNOPSIS: AVENUE Q is a gut-bustingly hilarious modern musical focusing on a group of unique 20-somethings making their way in the big city, seeking their purpose in life. Although the show addresses humorous adult issues, it is similar to a beloved children's show; a place where puppets are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned. Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, AVENUE Q is part flesh, part felt, and packed with heart. AVENUE Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that although the residents seem nice, it's clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life.



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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Barn Spring Dance Workshop tomorrow!

BARN SPRING DANCE WORKSHOPS

You can still sign up today!

Come spend Saturday Mornings with The Barn Players and join a fun, energetic, informative musical theatre driven dance class and prepare yourself for the upcoming audition season and the THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE auditions coming up in May!

This Session Includes…
• Fun energetic audition style routines
• Stretching/Warm-up techniques
• Exposure to KC Metro Area choreographers
• Tap and Jazz exposure
• Optional personalized feedback to help tailor your development
• A great two hour workout to help your New Year's Resolution
• More practice to prepare you for all the upcoming dance auditions

Class Schedule
Registration: 11:45am – 12:00pm Class Run time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Ages 12 and Up

Saturday April 25th – Thoroughly Modern JAZZ
Get your jazz shoes on! We will be working through some swift jazz moves in a mock audition for Thoroughly Modern Millie!
Class Location : The Arts Asylum 1000 E 9th Street in Kansas City, MO

$20 A Class + $10 for Personalized Feedback


REGISTER NOW by emailing TheBarnPlayersDance@gmail.com


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April 23, 2015

Auditions for The Robin Hood Files Saturday April 25, 2015

Alcott Arts Center
(Community)


The Robin Hood Files by Phil Tuffin Directed by Kate Lee.
Apr 25, 2015 1:30 to 3:30pm Saturday
In our story Inspector Green and Constable Wood are trying to identify the real Robin Hood from four suspects who may have robbed the Bishop of Hereford. Through cunning use of reconstructions, the various suspects present their cases. Drama/Comedy
Everyone is welcome to Audition between the Ages of 8 to 20 years old.
You will be asked to give cold readings from a script. Rehearsals are weeknights and Saturday afternoons. Please bring head shots, resumes if you have them and conflicts you might have for rehearsals and performances with you. Call if you have any questions.
Performance dates are June 13,14 & 20,21 Saturday evenings and Sunday Matinees.


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

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April 22, 2015

"The Shawl" by David Mamet

"The Shawl" by David Mamet: Apr 24-May 2: Fri & Sat at 8:30pm.

"...a biting exploration of trust, greed and betrayal, and the power of spiritual knowledge in a secular world." - Mark Shenton, Playbill

This immersive event offers live theatre, tarot readings, great coffee and food and more! Come out and enjoy a diverse evening of entertainment.

Directed by Cynthia Evans. Featuring Todd Schwartz, Victoria Hambrick, and Bryce Ostrom.

Tickets available now at;
https://squareup.com/market/orange-mouse

$10/15*/20**/25***
* includes special coffee drink, "The Boston Woman"
**includes tarot reading
***includes drink & tarot reading.

Aimee's Coffeehouse, 1025 Massachusettes St., www.orangemouse.org (Adult Fare)

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Byrd Productions and Rhythm & Boobs Presents:

Clownesque, The Spring Edition

Come One! Come All!
SEE: Clowns attempting Burlesque
WATCH: perfectly, beautiful Burlesque performers revealing their funny bones
WITNESS: Perfectly Legit performers participating for unknown reasons.
CONSUME: alcohol to soothe your troubled eye balls

Our astounded, uh - Astonishing line-up includes,
but is not limited to: Burlesque, Clowns, Singers, and Comedy.
Featuring:
Phoebe Pheromone, Philip Hooser, Kater Tot,
Mannon Bhotome, Nikka the Gypsy Dancer,
Raquel Diamond, Diana Gish, Freddy O'Malley,
Spatz Topper, Our Tom Kat - Nathan Swashbuck
and our lovely hosts: Stella Blue and Clarity Brown

Friday, May 15, 8:00-10:00

at The Uptown Arts Bar - 3611 Broadway

$10 at the door

Bring some extra cash for some really cool raffle & auction items - no kidding!

(All proceeds support our classes at the City in Motion School of Dance)

For more info go to byrdproduction.com

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City in Motion Dance Theater presents "Circles, Cycles & Seasons"

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 1, 2015

CONTACT: Andrea Skowronek, Artistic Co-Director (816) 210-1192 cell or andreaskowronek@yahoo.com


City in Motion Dance Theater will present its professional company concert,
Circles, Cycles & Seasons, on Friday, May 1 and Saturday, May 2 at 8:00 PM and Sunday, May 3 at 2:00 PM at the H & R Block City Stage Theater at Union Station.

Circles, Cycles & Seasons features an eclectic mix of original dance pieces that connect to themes of the human experience: loss, rebirth, growth, community, confrontation and the circadian rhythms that bind us to the natural world.

The concert will feature new choreography by artistic co-directors Dale Fellin, Stephanie Whittler and Andrea Skowronek. Guest choreographers David Ollington and Elaine Kimble-Peaks will also present work. Company member Halley Willcox and Apprentice Company member Hannah Wilczewski will also premiere pieces.

Dale Fellin's piece, Since Then, premiered at A Modern Night at the Folly on February 28. Since Then, set to a lush cello score by Max Richter, features six dancers exploring themes of grief and loss. The piece is a memorial to Mr. Fellin's mother, Carol, who passed away in 2013. A contrasting piece will be a solo choreographed by Stephanie Whittler for company dancer Bobbi Foudree, who is expecting her second child in July. The piece explores physical and emotional growth and expansion. Andrea Skowronek's piece, Tribe, set to a percussion score by Glen Kotche, features four women moving as a collective unit. It is a piece about the beauty and connection found in everyday ritual.

Formula, by guest choreographer, David Ollington, is set to a rhythmic score by Gabriel Roth. Seven dancers glide across the stage in mesmerizing, recurring patterns that appear random but are cleverly orchestrated to fit together like pieces of a puzzle. Mr. Ollington is a professor of Dance at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas and danced with City in Motion Dance Theater from 1996 – 1999. Guest choreographer, Elaine Kimble-Peaks, will premier her group work Shifting Faults, set to music by Matthew Robert Cooper. Shifting Faults illuminates human nature's impulse to place blame rather than give praise and that sometimes you have no one to blame but yourself.  


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World Music and Dance Showcase

World Music and Dance Showcase

Famed musician, Amado Espinoza will be performing authentic Andean music from his native county of Bolivia
at the Annual World Music and Dance Showcase.

He will be a part of a lineup featuring: Grupo Qyimbaya, from Colombia S A: the Brazil Academy:
Dennis Rogers, Native American Spirit Dancer: the Mid America Nazarene University Marimba Ensemble:
Danza Mexica Calpulli Iskali, and Carnival de Cuba.

This year's theme, presented by the Traditional Music Society is "Music of the Americas".
The concert will take place Saturday April 25th
at Community Christian Church on the Plaza, 4601 Main Street, Kansas City Missouri, 64112.
2:00 PM– 4:00 PM.
Admission: Adults: $10. Children: $5.
A must see event!
For more information contact the Traditional Music Society 816-561-1849. www.traditionalmusicsociety.org
or find us on Facebook!

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April 21, 2015

A new mystery begins

Contact: Wendy Thompson For Immediate Release
(816) 813-9654, direct
(816) 225-1018, cell


Dead on the Tracks

Kansas City, Mo. (April 21, 2015) . . . and some wannabe train robbers are taking advantage of the situation! Time to get on board The Mystery Train for a little detective work—or play! Back by popular demand--"Hold Up on Dead Man's Creek" opens April 24th and runs through June 13th, Starring Spencer Bergman, Brandon Golden, and Jessica Whitfield. Interactive performances are on Friday and Saturday evenings in Kansas City restaurants, including a new location-at Woodsweather Cafe!

"Hold Up on Dead Man's Creek" The Jones Gang (not to be confused with the James gang)rides again! They plan to hold up the train, but find more trouble than they can handle! Looks like they may have been double-crossed and, even worse, someone has been murdered! So, can the passengers help find the killer AND hold on to their valuables?

The game begins each evening with role-playing at 6:30 pm, followed by a marvelous meal and a compelling mystery at 7 pm. Shows will be at the Bonefish Grill, 6334 N. Lucerne Ave, KCMO 64151, Tiffany Ballroom, 903 Harrison St, KCMO 64106, and Woodsweather Café, 1414 West 9th Street, KCMO 64101. See our website for a complete schedule with menus. Cost is $69.00 on Friday and Saturday, which includes dinner, show, and gratuity. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling (816) 813-9654.

The Mystery Train is also available for private parties and group bookings, and makes a killer gift!

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Opening Weekend - Belles

River City Community Players are proud to announce the opening weekend for Belles written by Mark Dunn.

The six Walker sisters originally hailed from Memphis, but now they are scattered all over the country.

Only Peggy still lives in Memphis, where she cares for Mama.

When the play begins, Peggy is phoning her sisters to tell them that Mama is in the hospital. Nothing serious she just ate some bad tuna.

An intriguing story of vivid characters and involving conflicts emerges in the ensuing phone calls among the sisters.

Directed by Richard Bayse.

Featuring Emma Campbell, Tracy Conard, Katherine Bettis, Cassandra Smith, Melanie Marcec, Rachel Szmed, and Jeff Swanson.

Adults $10; 12 & under $5; 62+ & groups 10+ $8; and with a military identification card $9.
Leavenworth Performing Arts Center, 500 Delaware St, (913) 651-0027, www.rccplv.com (PG-13)

Electronic billing and ticketing is available at:
https://www.lvks.org/egov/apps/payment/center.egov?view=form;page=1;id=32

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April 20, 2015

AVENUE Q...Industry Night is coming up on May 27th at The Barn

The Barn Players

INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, April 27th, 2015

AVENUE Q
The Barn has added an additional performance of our second patron show of the 2015 season on Monday night, April 27th at 7:30pm, to give our friends in the theatre community a chance to see this wonderful production!

Tickets will be only be available at the door for this special performance, and are open to one and all, but we'd love to see as many local performers, technicians, producers and volunteers as possible.

For this special Industry Night performance,
ALL TICKETS ARE JUST $12!

Make your plans today, and we'll see you in the audience on Monday, April 27th!


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AVENUE Q continues at The Barn on Friday!

The Barn presents…


AVENUE Q


WARNING: This show is rated "R" and contains full frontal puppet nudity!


Music & Lyrics by Robert Lopez & Jeff Marx
Book by Jeff Whitty
Based on an original concept by Robert Lopez & Jeff Whitty
Puppet Conceived & Designed by Rick Lyon
Animation Design by Robert Lopez
Puppets Constructed by Character Translations, Inc. for Music Theatre International


Directed by Eric Magnus
Musical Direction by Kevin Hershberger
Musical Staging & Puppet Training by Guy Gardner
Assistant Direction by Shelly Stewart
Stage Management by Rebekah Grieb
Set Design by Ken Schmidt
Set Construction by Bill Wright
Light Design by Chuck Cline
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Sound Design by Josh Finch
Dialect Coaching by Maiko Uhlich
Assistant Stage Management & Props Design by Amanda Albert
Assistant Prop Design by Rita Marks
Rehearsal Accompaniment by Roberta Wilkes
Puppet Consultation by Tim Cormack


April 17 – May 3, 2015
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm



STARRING
Betsy Bledsoe, Andrew Joseph Brown, Ai Vy Bui, Kelsie Clark, Sharon Kwon, Evan Lovelace, James Levy, Mark Murphy, Preston O'ffill & Reed Uthe

FEATURING
Kristen Altoro, Whitney Armstrong, Jake Leet, Ethan Platt & Ali Watson

The role of "Christmas Eve"
will be played by Sharon Kwon on May 1st and 2nd.



SYNOPSIS: AVENUE Q is a gut-bustingly hilarious modern musical focusing on a group of unique 20-somethings making their way in the big city, seeking their purpose in life. Although the show addresses humorous adult issues, it is similar to a beloved children's show; a place where puppets are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned. Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, AVENUE Q is part flesh, part felt, and packed with heart. AVENUE Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that although the residents seem nice, it's clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life.



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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Auditions for EQUUS

AUDITIONS!

EQUUS
By Peter Schaffer

Directed by Diane Bulan

AUDITIONS:
Saturday, June 6th from 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Sunday, June 7th from 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Callbacks by invitation – Monday, June 8th from 7:00pm – 10:00pm
At St. Pius School
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS.

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepare: Auditions are open call and will include cold reading from the script.
Bring: Resume and headshot, if available. Bring all known conflicts from June 28th – July 23rd. No rehearsal conflicts will be allowed during Dress / Tech week July 26th – July 30th.
Rehearsals will begin June 28th at St. Pius School. A full rehearsal schedule will be built around cast conflicts. A typical rehearsal schedule will be Sunday through Thursday evenings.

Cast members are required to assist with strike on August 16th, and cast members may be asked to assist with costume pieces.

PRODUCTION DATES:
July 31st – August 16th, 2015
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
Industry Night on Monday, August 10th at 7:30pm

All performances take place at
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway in Mission, KS

SYNOPSIS: Dr. Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist, is confronted with Alan Strang, a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. This very passion is as foreign to Dysart as the act itself. To the boy's parents it is a hideous mystery; Alan has always adored horses. To Dysart it is a psychological puzzle that leads both doctor and patient to a complex and disturbingly dramatic confrontation. This international success reached new acclaim in London and on Broadway when revived in 2008.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

Martin Dysart | Age 40 to 60

Alan Strang | Age 18 to 25 (nudity is required)

Jill Mason | Age 18 to 25

Frank Strang | Age 40 to 50

Dora Strang | Age 40 to 50

Hesther Saloman | Age 40 to 60

Nurse | Any age, male or female

Harry Dalton | Age 40 to 50
Nugget & Horseman | Any age, male or female. This is predominantly a non-speaking part (but by no means no less important) with one spoken scene as the horseman.

Horses x 5 | Any age, male or female



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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Auditions for THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE are coming in May!

AUDITIONS!


Thoroughly Modern Millie


New Music by Jeanine Tesori
New Lyrics by Dick Scanlan
Book by Dick Scanlan and Richard Henry Morris
Original Story and Screenplay by Richard Henry Morris for the Universal Pictures Film.
Additional Songs by James Van Heusen & Sammy Cahn / Jay Thompson Sir Arthur Sullivan & Sir W. S. Gilbert / Victor Herbert & Rida Johnson Young Walter Donaldson, Sam Lewis & Joe Young

Directed & Choreographed by Kipp Simmons
Musical Direction by Kevin Bogan
Tap Choreography by Valerie Martin
Assistant Direction by Korey Childs
Assistant Choreography by JC Dresslaer

AUDITIONS:
May 2nd from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
May 3rd from 2:00pm to 4:00pm
At St. Pius Church
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
• Auditions will be an open call both days, and will consist of singing a prepared 32 bar selection of a musical theatre song in the style of the show. There will also be a dance audition, so wear proper attire. A Tap combination will be taught at callbacks, but be prepared to show any tap skills you have at the open audition.
• Please Provide: Sheet Music...no CDs & NO ACAPPELLA auditions. Headshot/Resume (if available)
• Invited Callbacks will be held on Saturday, May 9th from 1:00pm - 5:00pm at the Arts Asylum at 9th Street and Harrison in downtown Kansas City, Missouri. If you are auditioning, please make sure to clear your schedule that day, as callbacks are critical to putting together the strongest ensemble for this ensemble piece.
• Rehearsals will begin around August 9th. Typical weekly rehearsal schedule will be Sunday through Thursday nights from 6:30pm – 10pm. Rehearsals the last 2 weeks of rehearsal may go to 10:30p. (Tech Rehearsal on Sunday, September 13th will be from 1:00p – 6:00p) Conflicts with the rehearsal schedule must be kept to an absolute minimum during the rehearsal process. No conflicts will be accepted during dress / tech week without prior approval from the director.
• If you are unable to attend either open call, please email your interest to kippbot@gmail.com. You may be asked to send a video singing a 32 bar selection and a short monologue.


PRODUCTION DATES:
September 18th – October 4th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
Industry Night performance on Monday, September 28th at 7:30pm

All performances take place at…
The Barn Players Theatre
6219 Martway in Mission, KS


SYNOPSIS:
Based on the popular 1967movie, THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE is a high-spirited, zany, new 1920's musical that took Broadway by storm, winning the Tony Award for Best Musical in the 2001-2002 season. Taking place in New York City in 1922, this charming show tells the story of young Millie Dillmount, who has just moved to the city in search of a new life for herself. It's a New York full of intrigue and jazz – a time when women were entering the workforce and the rules of love and social behavior were changing forever.

CAST BREAKDOWN:
• MILLIE DILLMOUNT - A spunky, modern woman trying to make it in New York City. She falls in love with Jimmy and is our story's protagonist. - Female, 20-30 yrs old - Range: G#3 - E5 – good tapper
• JIMMY SMITH - A suave city slicker who unexpectedly becomes the story's hero. He falls in love with Millie. - Male, 20-35 yrs old - Range: C3 - A4
• MISS DOROTHY BROWN - A naive, wealthy girl who has moved to New York to change her lifestyle. She becomes Millie's roommate and confidant. - Female, 20-30 yrs old - Range: B3 - C6
• MRS. MEERS - A former actress turned human trafficker pretending to be a kindly Chinese woman. She oversees the Hotel Priscilla where she secretly sells her tenants. - Female or male, 40- 60 yrs old - Range: E3 - Bb4 - (We are open to making this a "drag" role for a male)
• TREVOR GRAYDON - An executive at the Sincere Trust Insurance Company. He is sharp, ambitious, and secretly romantic. - Male, 30-40 yrs old - Range: A2 - G4
• MUZZY VAN HOSSMERE - A glamorous actress and singer at a night club. She becomes Millie's friend and mentor. - Female, 40-60 yrs old - Range: G#3 - D5
• MISS FLANNERY - An uptight, stern office manager. She runs the stenographer pool at Sincere Trust Insurance Company. Female, 25- 50 yrs old - Range: Bb3 - D5 - good tapper
• BUN FOO - A Chinese immigrant working to bring his mother to the United States. Older brother of Ching Ho and henchman to Mrs. Meers. Sings and speaks in Chinese. - Male, 20-35 yrs old - Range: E3 - E4
• CHING HO - A Chinese immigrant working to bring his mother to the United States. Younger brother of Bun Foo and henchman to Mrs. Meers. Sings and speaks in Chinese. - Male, 18-25 yrs old - Range: Bb2 - E4
• DANCING ENSEMBLE – A strong dancing (especially tap) ensemble to play MODERNS, STENOGRAPHERS, HOTEL PRISCILLA GIRLS, MUZZY'S BOYS, and OTHERS. – all ages and types
• SINGING ENSEMBLE – A strong singing ensemble to play MODERNS, STENOGRAPHERS, MUZZY'S FRIENDS and OTHERS – all ages and types

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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Barn Spring Dance Workshop this Saturday!

BARN SPRING DANCE WORKSHOPS

Come spend Saturday Mornings with The Barn Players and join a fun, energetic, informative musical theatre driven dance class and prepare yourself for the upcoming audition season and the THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE auditions coming up in May!

This Session Includes…
• Fun energetic audition style routines
• Stretching/Warm-up techniques
• Exposure to KC Metro Area choreographers
• Tap and Jazz exposure
• Optional personalized feedback to help tailor your development
• A great two hour workout to help your New Year's Resolution
• More practice to prepare you for all the upcoming dance auditions

Class Schedule
Registration: 11:45am – 12:00pm Class Run time: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Ages 12 and Up

Saturday April 25th – Thoroughly Modern JAZZ
Get your jazz shoes on! We will be working through some swift jazz moves in a mock audition for Thoroughly Modern Millie!
Class Location : The Arts Asylum 1000 E 9th Street in Kansas City, MO

$20 A Class + $10 for Personalized Feedback


REGISTER NOW by emailing TheBarnPlayersDance@gmail.com


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April 19, 2015

Raytown Arts Council to hold auditions for BRIGADOON

Raytown Arts Council
(Community)
Will hold auditions for

BRIGADOON
by Book and Lyrics by Alan J. Lerner.
Music by Frederick Loewe.

Apr 20-25: 6:30 pm Mon-Tue; 10 am Sat

Directed by Ms. Patricia McLaughlin.
Music direction by Jim Vinkenberg

For auditions: prepare 32 bars from a Broadway musical.
Please do not select a number from BRIGADOON. Please
bring a list of conflicts to auditions.

Auditions will be held at Blue Ridge Trinity Lutheran Church,
5757 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, MO.

More info:
(816) 877-7114, www.raytownarts.com

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Script Tease - May 2, 2015 - 10pm

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

Script Tease – April 19, 2015 – Script Tease – May 2, 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? Scripttease is what happens. We'll pair one actor from a current Kansas City Production with an improvisor 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 in a long-form set!

This month's special guests to be announced soon.

Hosted by Ben Auxier and/or Brian Huther.

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
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Kansas City, MO 64111



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The Gauntlet ALL-STARS! (with Alex Roschitz

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

Kansas City, MO, April 19, 2015 — The Gauntlet ALL-STARS! (with Alex Roschitz)–May 2, 2015 – 8pm

Six enter, one rules.

Join six brave souls as they vie for 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.

FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, this month's competition will feature an all-star cast of only previous Gauntlet winners! (Except Aron. He kinda cheated by just being the guy we picked to do the first one. So I guess we cheated. Still, he's super good at stuff.)

Featuring last month's winner: Alex Roschitz
The Gauntlet's Left Hand: Aron Wallis
The Gauntlet's Right Hand: Laura Irwin

Competing this month:
Trish Berrong
Keith Curtis
Ellen Kirk
Bobby McCosky
Jen Roser
Claire Williams

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
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Kick Comedy Theater
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The Kick Comedy Show - May 1, 2015 - 10pm

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


Kansas City, MO, April 19, 2015 — The Kick Comedy Show – May 1, 2015 – 10:00pm

Our signature show!

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, based on unique, original characters, and (3) special drink deals from Green Room Burgers & Beer!

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 "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
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Kick Comedy Theater
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Kansas City, MO 64111






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The Kick Comedy Show - May 1, 2015

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


Kansas City, MO, April 19, 2015 — The Kick Comedy Show – May 1, 2015 – 8:00pm

Our signature show!

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!

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 "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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April 15, 2015

Drunk Personal History -- Performers' Edition!

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Kansas City, MO, April 15, 2015 — Drunk Personal History -- Performers' Edition! – April 25, 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. And this month, we're adding some actors' and musicians' most interesting performance-related stories, too.

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, improvisational actors, 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
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Kick Comedy Theater
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Kansas City, MO 64111




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THE "KICKCINERA"!!! KCIC TURNS 15!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
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Rita@kcimprov.com


Kansas City, MO, April 15, 2015 — THE "KICKCINERA"!!! KCIC TURNS 15! – April 25, 2015 – 8:00pm

We celebrate 15 years on this planet!

The KC Improv Company celebrates its 15th birthday in style, with special guests, prizes, drink specials, music, stories, food, a drinking game, and surprises.

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 "Live in Front of a Studio Audience."

Adult Fare – Must be 17 to attend.

Tickets are just $15, and we'll cover the ticketing fee. No discounts or coupons for this special show.

You deserve some fun.
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April 13, 2015

Seussical at City Theatre of Independence

City Theatre of Independence presents

Seussical

$14; dinner theatre $26 & or 16 w/season ticket.

Roger T. Sermon Center, 201 N Dodgion St, (816) 325-7367, www.citytheatreofindependence.org (Suitable for Everyone)


Show dates: June 4-7 & 11-14, 2015

Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays Curtain at 8 p.m. Sunday curtain at 2 p.m.

Directed by: LeAnn Burris. Music Director Sariah Pinick

Seussical is a production of MTI International, Inc. Book by Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty Music by Steve Flaherty. Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens


Seussical Cast List:
Cat in the Hat-Brandon Armstrong
Horton-Mike Brown
Jojo-Elijah Burns
Mayzie-Wendy Buchheit
Gertrude-Lynnae Lawson
Sour Kangaroo-Michelle Matherly
Bird Girl-Maggie O'Neal
Bird Girl-Laurie Crawford
Bird Girl-Abigail Stokes
Bird Girl-Emme Burris
Wickersham Brother-Wes Dodd
Wickersham Brother-Matthew Moore
Wickersham Brother-Sam Aubuchon
Wickersham Brother-Joshua Ladage
General Genghis Khan Schmitz-Mike Ryan
Mini Sour Kangaroo-Emma Hite
Mayor-Noah Price
Mayor's wife-Alexandra Rovirosa
Thing One-Holly Ladage
Thing Two-Mckennah Tomlin
Cadets-Logan Burris, Bryce Finkeldei, Josie Moberg, Lily Taylor, Katrina Webster
Grinch-Kevin Prewitt
Yertle the Turtle/Tweet McFirth-Joe Barlett
Max the Dog-Lucy Ladage
Citizens of Whoville-Aiden Henry, Josh Keen, Theresa Fry, Brooklyn Tomlin, Emily Ryan, Sabrina Ryan, Jessica Reber, Sarah Erickson, Taylor Pennington, Kimberly Tomaw
Who Children/Who marching band-Piper Erickson, Kassie Sibbit
Cindy Lou Who-Hadley Brillhart
Sam I am-Ian Morgan
Elephant Baby-Grace Brown
Jungle of Nool/Circus Members/Hunches:
Star bellied Sneetch-Madeline Cutshall
Plain bellied Sneetch-Garrett Pennington
Fox in Socks-Rhiannon Smith
Kweet-Alivia Brewer
Zizzer-zazzer-Zuzz-Sami Barker
Vipper of Vip-Sydney Cauveren
Vlad Vladikof puppeteers/Hunters: Tim Cook, Jackson Finkeldei
Circus Juggler-Donna Gage





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April 12, 2015

AVENUE Q opens at The Barn on Friday

The Barn presents…


AVENUE Q


WARNING: This show is rated "R" and contains full frontal puppet nudity!


Music & Lyrics by Robert Lopez & Jeff Marx
Book by Jeff Whitty
Based on an original concept by Robert Lopez & Jeff Whitty
Puppet Conceived & Designed by Rick Lyon
Animation Design by Robert Lopez
Puppets Constructed by Character Translations, Inc. for Music Theatre International


Directed by Eric Magnus
Musical Direction by Kevin Hershberger
Musical Staging & Puppet Training by Guy Gardner
Assistant Direction by Shelly Stewart
Stage Management by Rebekah Grieb
Set Design by Ken Schmidt
Set Construction by Bill Wright
Light Design by Chuck Cline
Costume Design by Fran Kapono
Sound Design by Josh Finch
Dialect Coaching by Maiko Uhlich
Assistant Stage Management & Props Design by Amanda Albert
Assistant Prop Design by Rita Marks
Rehearsal Accompaniment by Roberta Wilkes
Puppet Consultation by Tim Cormack


April 17 – May 3, 2015
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm



STARRING
Betsy Bledsoe, Andrew Joseph Brown, Ai Vy Bui, Kelsie Clark, Sharon Kwon, Evan Lovelace, James Levy, Mark Murphy, Preston O'ffill & Reed Uthe

FEATURING
Kristen Altoro, Whitney Armstrong, Jake Leet, Ethan Platt & Ali Watson

The role of "Christmas Eve"
will be played by Sharon Kwon on May 1st and 2nd.



SYNOPSIS: AVENUE Q is a gut-bustingly hilarious modern musical focusing on a group of unique 20-somethings making their way in the big city, seeking their purpose in life. Although the show addresses humorous adult issues, it is similar to a beloved children's show; a place where puppets are friends, Monsters are good and life lessons are learned. Winner of the Tony "Triple Crown" for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, AVENUE Q is part flesh, part felt, and packed with heart. AVENUE Q is a laugh-out-loud musical that tells the timeless story of a recent college grad named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. He soon discovers that although the residents seem nice, it's clear that this is not your ordinary neighborhood. Together, Princeton and his new-found friends struggle to find jobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life.



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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April 11, 2015

David Mamet's

Orange Mouse Theatricals presents David Mamet's "The Shawl"

"...a biting exploration of trust, greed and betrayal, and the power of spiritual knowledge in a secular world." - Mark Shenton, Playbill

This immersive event offers live theatre, tarot readings, great coffee and food and more! Come out and enjoy a diverse evening of entertainment.

Presented by Orange Mouse Theatricals - David Mamet's "The Shawl" - April 24 & 25, May 1 & 2 @ 8:30pm at Aimee's Coffeehouse, 1025 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, Kansas 66044. Tarot readings and coffee specials begin at 7:00, show starts at 8:30.

Tickets available now - $10/15*/20**/25***
* includes special coffee drink
** includes tarot reading
*** includes drink & tarot reading!

Tarot readings and more provided by Intuitive Portraits.

Contact us for more information via email (OrangeMouseProductions@gmail.com) or phone (267-225-3912)

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April 9, 2015

Auditions for Robin Hood

Alcott Arts Center
(Community)


Robin Hood by Phil Tuffin Directed by Kate Lee.
Apr 18 & 25, 2015 1:30 to 3:30pm Saturdays
In our story Inspector Green and Constable Wood are trying to identify the real Robin Hood from four suspects who may have robbed the Bishop of Hereford. Through cunning use of reconstructions, the various suspects present their cases. Drama/Comedy
Everyone is welcome to Audition between the Ages of 8 to 20 years old.
You will be asked to give cold readings from a script. Rehearsals are weeknights and Saturday afternoons. Please bring head shots, resumes if you have them and conflicts you might have for rehearsals and performances with you. Call if you have any questions.
Performance dates are June 13,14 & 20,21 Saturday evenings and Sunday Matinees.


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

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Coterie Theatre to Hold Casting Call for Youth Actors for 2015-2016 Season!

Coterie Theatre to Hold Casting Call for Youth
Actors for 2015-2016 Season!

Open Call Audition for youth performers ages 12-17 who are seeking professional acting
apprenticeships for selected plays in The
Coterie's upcoming main stage season. Auditions
will be held on Monday April 13, 2015 at 5:00pm.
Auditions are first come/first served with no
appointments being taken. No alternate audition
times. No phone calls please.

Visit www.thecoterie.org/auditions for more information. No alternate times available. No phone calls or emails, please.

The Coterie Theatre, 2450 Grand Blvd, Ste 144
www.thecoterie.org

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Barn Spring Dance Workshops this month!

BARN SPRING DANCE WORKSHOPS

Come spend Saturday Mornings with The Barn Players and join a fun, energetic, informative musical theatre driven dance class and prepare yourself for the upcoming audition season and the THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE auditions coming up in May!

This Session Includes…
• Fun energetic audition style routines
• Stretching/Warm-up techniques
• Exposure to KC Metro Area choreographers
• Tap and Jazz exposure
• Optional personalized feedback to help tailor your development
• A great two hour workout to help your New Year's Resolution
• More practice to prepare you for all the upcoming dance auditions

Class Schedule
This sessions classes will take place at different locations. PLEASE take note below!
Registration: 11:45am – 12:00pm Class Runtime: 12:00pm – 2:00pm
Ages 12 and Up

Saturday April 18th – Thoroughly Modern TAPPING
Join us for a Tap Workshop to help you prepare for upcoming auditions! All levels welcome!
Class Location : The Arts Asylum 1000 E 9th Street in Kansas City, MO
Tap Shoes Recommended, If Not Available, Hard Soled Shoes Allowed

Saturday April 25th – Thoroughly Modern JAZZ
Get your jazz shoes on! We will be working through some swift jazz moves in a mock audition for Thoroughly Modern Millie!
Class Location : The Arts Asylum 1000 E 9th Street in Kansas City, MO

$20 A Class + $10 for Personalized Feedback


REGISTER NOW by emailing TheBarnPlayersDance@gmail.com


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Auditions for EQUUS

AUDITIONS!

EQUUS
By Peter Schaffer

Directed by Diane Bulan

AUDITIONS:
Saturday, June 6th from 2:00pm – 5:00pm
Sunday, June 7th from 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Callbacks by invitation – Monday, June 8th from 7:00pm – 10:00pm
At St. Pius School
55th and Woodson, Mission, KS.

EXPECTATION and PREPARATION:
Prepare: Auditions are open call and will include cold reading from the script.
Bring: Resume and headshot, if available. Bring all known conflicts from June 28th – July 23rd. No rehearsal conflicts will be allowed during Dress / Tech week July 26th – July 30th.
Rehearsals will begin June 28th at St. Pius School. A full rehearsal schedule will be built around cast conflicts. A typical rehearsal schedule will be Sunday through Thursday evenings.

Cast members are required to assist with strike on August 16th, and cast members may be asked to assist with costume pieces.

PRODUCTION DATES:
July 31st – August 16th, 2015
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sundays at 2:00pm
Industry Night on Monday, August 10th at 7:30pm

All performances take place at
The Barn Players Theatre, 6219 Martway in Mission, KS

SYNOPSIS: Dr. Martin Dysart, a psychiatrist, is confronted with Alan Strang, a boy who has blinded six horses in a violent fit of passion. This very passion is as foreign to Dysart as the act itself. To the boy's parents it is a hideous mystery; Alan has always adored horses. To Dysart it is a psychological puzzle that leads both doctor and patient to a complex and disturbingly dramatic confrontation. This international success reached new acclaim in London and on Broadway when revived in 2008.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

Martin Dysart | Age 40 to 60

Alan Strang | Age 18 to 25 (nudity is required)

Jill Mason | Age 18 to 25

Frank Strang | Age 40 to 50

Dora Strang | Age 40 to 50

Hesther Saloman | Age 40 to 60

Nurse | Any age, male or female

Harry Dalton | Age 40 to 50
Nugget & Horseman | Any age, male or female. This is predominantly a non-speaking part (but by no means no less important) with one spoken scene as the horseman.

Horses x 5 | Any age, male or female



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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April 8, 2015

The Kick Comedy Show - April 24, 2015

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


Kansas City, MO, April 8, 2015 — The Kick Comedy Show – April 24, 2015 – 10:00pm

Our signature show!

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!

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 "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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MAKING IT! Or Creating Material through Improvisation by Audrey Crabtreee

Whatever your performance medium, learn to use the spark of spontaneity and your physical presence to develop original dynamic material for stage and screen. This playful workshop will employ basic and advanced improvisation and writing techniques to develop character, situations and explore themes. Learn and practice development techniques to capture your creativity and refine this raw material into performance ready work. Participants will practice the techniques as individuals and in groups. Original exercises were developed from theatre and physical games rooted in Boal, Spolin, and Zaporah. Actors, bouffons, clowns, writers, stand-ups, directors, musicians, movers and the curious are welcome!

Sunday April 19th 1:00 - 5:00pm
Above The Fishtank Performance Studio
1715 Wyandotte, Kansas City MO 64108
$50 - http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1384622

For more information, contact Byrd Productions at 816-305-8188

Audrey Crabtree KCMO Native, is a collaborative artist, writer and director and instructor. Her work has won a Drama Desk Award, NY Innovative Theatre Award, and several Hola (Spanish Language awards). A graduate of Raytown South High School, and Longview College, and Truman Stage University, she spent early days of her career in KC working with and learning with the folks from Gorilla Theater, Tanstafl Theater, the Ron McGee Late night crew and Comedy City (Formally ComedySportz) and anywhere she could squeeze on stage or in front of the camera. In Minneapolis she also performed, taught and directed short form, long form and musical theater and developed a taste for devising collaborative theater and direct audience contact. In 1998 she formed Ten Directions productions with Lynn Berg and they headed to NYC creating over 16 full-length shows, a feature film and all sorts of smaller unique projects. Audrey is co-founder/director of the International NY Clown Theatre Festival
and the NY Physical Comedy Lab. Her work has continued to focus on audience engagement, physical comedy and stories that stir the pot. She has worked in galleries and theaters and public spaces with performance artist Liz Magic Laser various versions of The Living Newspaper. In her free time she tours with Clowns Without Borders, and teaches and performs in beautiful places such as India, Mexico, Ireland, UK, Canada and her home away from home Colombia.

She has been teaching professional theater practitioners for 18 years at universities, theaters and classrooms all over the world. Audrey, a student has studied clown and bouffon with Sue Morrison, Giovanni Fuscetti, Clown with Bill Irwin, Philippe Gaulier, David Shiner, Bill Irwin and Christopher Bays and improvisation will the late greats Paul Sills and Del Close, among many others. www.Audreycrabtree.com

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INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL COMEDY! with Audrey Crabtree

From vaudeville stage to SNL physical comedy is an invaluable technique for your performer toolbox!

This workshop will focus on using your unique body, physical environment and everyday objects to create comedy. In a safe and playful environment we will explore the elements of slapstick, surprise and …timing, we will practice some of the classic tools and techniques of physical comedy from the clowning, acrobatic and physical theater world, and how to apply them to your work. All bodies and physical abilities welcome. This class is for actors, improvisers, clowns, burlesque performers, and anyone who wants to amuse and amaze the audience with your body!

Saturday April 18th
2:00pm-6:00pm
$50 - http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1384559
Above Fishtank Performance Studio
1715 Wyandotte, Kansas City MO 64108
for more information contact Byrd Productions at
816-305-8188

Audrey Crabtree KCMO Native, is a collaborative artist, writer and director and instructor. Her work has won a Drama Desk Award, NY Innovative Theatre Award, and several Hola (Spanish Language awards). A graduate of Raytown South High School, and Longview College, and Truman Stage University, she spent early days of her career in KC working with and learning with the folks from Gorilla Theater, Tanstafl Theater, the Ron McGee Late night crew and Comedy City (Formally ComedySportz) and anywhere she could squeeze on stage or in front of the camera. In Minneapolis she also performed, taught and directed short form, long form and musical theater and developed a taste for devising collaborative theater and direct audience contact. In 1998 she formed Ten Directions productions with Lynn Berg and they headed to NYC creating over 16 full-length shows, a feature film and all sorts of smaller unique projects. Audrey is co-founder/director of the International NY Clown Theatre Festival
and the NY Physical Comedy Lab. Her work has continued to focus on audience engagement, physical comedy and stories that stir the pot. She has worked in galleries and theaters and public spaces with performance artist Liz Magic Laser various versions of The Living Newspaper. In her free time she tours with Clowns Without Borders, and teaches and performs in beautiful places such as India, Mexico, Ireland, UK, Canada and her home away from home Colombia.

She has been teaching professional theater practitioners for 18 years at universities, theaters and classrooms all over the world. Audrey, a student has studied clown and bouffon with Sue Morrison, Giovanni Fuscetti, Clown with Bill Irwin, Philippe Gaulier, David Shiner, Bill Irwin and Christopher Bays and improvisation will the late greats Paul Sills and Del Close, among many others. www.Audreycrabtree.com

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FAMILY FUN TIME! with Audrey Crabtree

Is your family busy-busy, got the winter blues or attached to screens –large and small? Come re-connect in this guided fun family playtime! We will play simple fun games for all ages. improvisation world, acro-balance, physical comedy, circus, and vintage parlour games. Learn new games and create a playful vocabulary to take back to your home. Your guide, Audrey Crabtree( a KC native & Brooklyn transplant), has been working with families and communities all over the world to reconnect, to connect to their playful spirit, engage and have fun using the tools and techniques of theater and circus. Come and surprise your self and your family! No performances skills necessary, so pile into the car and bring your silly aunts, goofy cousins and even grumpy grandpa and join us!

Saturday April 18th
10am-Noon
above The Fishtank Performance Studio
1715 Wyandotte, Kansas City MO 64108

Ages 4 to 100 encouraged to join.
Adults get in Free When accompanied by a child
Children pay $5 each
contact Byrd Productions for more details
816-305-8188
facebook.com/byrdproductionsphysicaltheater

Audrey Crabtree KCMO Native, is a collaborative artist, writer and director and instructor. Her work has won a Drama Desk Award, NY Innovative Theatre Award, and several Hola (Spanish Language awards). A graduate of Raytown South High School, and Longview College, and Truman Stage University, she spent early days of her career in KC working with and learning with the folks from Gorilla Theater, Tanstafl Theater, the Ron McGee Late night crew and Comedy City (Formally ComedySportz) and anywhere she could squeeze on stage or in front of the camera. In Minneapolis she also performed, taught and directed short form, long form and musical theater and developed a taste for devising collaborative theater and direct audience contact. In 1998 she formed Ten Directions productions with Lynn Berg and they headed to NYC creating over 16 full-length shows, a feature film and all sorts of smaller unique projects. Audrey is co-founder/director of the International NY Clown Theatre Festival
and the NY Physical Comedy Lab. Her work has continued to focus on audience engagement, physical comedy and stories that stir the pot. She has worked in galleries and theaters and public spaces with performance artist Liz Magic Laser various versions of The Living Newspaper. In her free time she tours with Clowns Without Borders, and teaches and performs in beautiful places such as India, Mexico, Ireland, UK, Canada and her home away from home Colombia.

She has been teaching professional theater practitioners for 18 years at universities, theaters and classrooms all over the world. Audrey, a student has studied clown and bouffon with Sue Morrison, Giovanni Fuscetti, Clown with Bill Irwin, Philippe Gaulier, David Shiner, Bill Irwin and Christopher Bays and improvisation will the late greats Paul Sills and Del Close, among many others. www.Audreycrabtree.com

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GET YOUR BOUFFON ON! with Audrey Crabrtree

Enter into the world of the Bouffon. Feeling playful? Snarky? Have a bone to pick? Translate your observations and frustration with society, systems, and stereotypes into physical dynamic theater work. Through games and exercises play you will develop a unique core character from the inside out. Working in packs you will practice the skills, tools and tactics of the bouffon. Come to birth a new character or deepen and existing bouffon. Be prepared to move, play hard, and become ONE OF US!

Friday night April 17th 6;00-10:00
$50 - http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1384224
Above the Fishtank Performance Studio
1715 Wyandotte, Kansas City MO. 64108

Your Bouffon mythology from Audrey:
Cursed with the mis-fortune of a grotesque appearance, and compulsion to push the limits of decency and morality, you are deemed less than human. You are beaten and driven from your home. Outside of the village, you band together with other bouffon creating your own bizarre community. Forever tormented by the rejection, you are obsessed with the society from which you were unjustly cast, and spend your time observing the villagers, their hypocrisy, and personal private vices.

Once a year, foolishly, the villagers invite you and your friends back to the village for a festival, so they can secretly mock and ridicule your physical imperfections. Seeing the perfect opportunity to enact your revenge, you all offer to bring a show. Reveling in the perverse attention and using wit, parody and charm the you and your tribe devise the most clever ways of slipping seeds of doubt, guilt and truth under the skin of the villagers, in hopes it will resurface later to destroy their precious society.

Audrey Crabtree KCMO Native, is a collaborative artist, writer and director and instructor. Her work has won a Drama Desk Award, NY Innovative Theatre Award, and several Hola (Spanish Language awards). A graduate of Raytown South High School, and Longview College, and Truman Stage University, she spent early days of her career in KC working with and learning with the folks from Gorilla Theater, Tanstafl Theater, the Ron McGee Late night crew and Comedy City (Formally ComedySportz) and anywhere she could squeeze on stage or in front of the camera. In Minneapolis she also performed, taught and directed short form, long form and musical theater and developed a taste for devising collaborative theater and direct audience contact. In 1998 she formed Ten Directions productions with Lynn Berg and they headed to NYC creating over 16 full-length shows, a feature film and all sorts of smaller unique projects. Audrey is co-founder/director of the International NY Clown Theatre Festival
and the NY Physical Comedy Lab. Her work has continued to focus on audience engagement, physical comedy and stories that stir the pot. She has worked in galleries and theaters and public spaces with performance artist Liz Magic Laser various versions of The Living Newspaper. In her free time she tours with Clowns Without Borders, and teaches and performs in beautiful places such as India, Mexico, Ireland, UK, Canada and her home away from home Colombia.

She has been teaching professional theater practitioners for 18 years at universities, theaters and classrooms all over the world. Audrey, a student has studied clown and bouffon with Sue Morrison, Giovanni Fuscetti, Clown with Bill Irwin, Philippe Gaulier, David Shiner, Bill Irwin and Christopher Bays and improvisation will the late greats Paul Sills and Del Close, among many others. www.Audreycrabtree.com

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