June 30, 2015

THE LIST at KC Fringe Festival

Contact Information:
Jason Cavallone
630-291-3577
oopstheatre@gmail.com

The List to be Performance at KC Fringe Festival

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Kansas City, MO – Tomorrow everything changes, but is it for
better or worse? KC Fringe Festival audiences will find out when
The List, produced by Original Oddity Productions (OOPs), runs
for six performances at Heartland Forum in Crown Center. The
List's playwright Jason Cavallone, who hails from Chicago, also
stars in the show as Mike; the Columbia, Mo., cast is rounded out
by Paige Runge as Jo, Jerico Whitaker as Man and Cheryl Metz as
Woman, and is stage managed by Jessi Green and directed by
Melissa Alpers-Springer.

Fast-paced and non-linear, The List pushes from zero to sixty in
no time, as a four-person cast re-enacts seventy years in the
friendship of Mike and Jo—from their first meeting at age seven,
well into their golden years—and told through the frame of their
childhood bucket list. These two Everyman characters maintain
their humor and zany antics, even through the moments that tug
at the audience's heartstrings. The cast is rounded out by Man
and Woman, who take on the roles of everyone else they meet,
stepping in and out of Mike and Jo's lives while acting as Greek
chorus-style storytellers.

The List is about love, change, and life's accomplishments. The
audience is kept guessing as to what happens tomorrow and
what the future (and past) has in store.

"The List's to-die-for writing—it's an actor's dream to play such
moving and meaty roles," Mike Martin said, in his Columbia
Heart Beat review of the production's 2013 run at The Talking
Horse Theatre in Columbia, Mo.

Performances are at Heartland Forum Theatre (in Crown Center),
2450 Grand Blvd. Show times for The List at KC Fringe Festival
are:
• Fri, July 17 @ 11:00 pm
• Sat, July 18 @ 3:30 pm
• Sun, July 19 @ 2:00 pm
• Mon, July 20 @ 9:30 pm
• Wed, July 22 @ 6:30 pm
• Sat, July 25 @ 11:00 pm

Tickets may be purchased at: http://thelistplay.com/the-
performance/


About Original Oddity Productions: Original Oddity Productions
(OOPs) is a theatre company dedicated to bringing quality
theatre to the masses. Currently based in Columbia, Mo., OOPs
specializes in producing new and original works.
www.thelistplay.com #OOPsTheList
www.facebook.com/OriginalOddityProductions

About KC Fringe Festival: KC Fringe Festival, an annual 11-day
performing and visual arts extravaganza. It straddles a thin,
frayed line between mass appeal and eclectic tastes. Fringe links
these two worlds together, showing that it is the bridge you take
to be inspired and entertained no matter what your taste may be.
www.kcfringe.org #kcfringe
www.facebook.com/kcfringe

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The Box of Clowns Workshop, Kansas City Edition

Byrd Productions is thrilled to be working with the KC Fringe Festival once again to bring you -
The Box of Clowns Workshop, Kansas City Edition

Using slapstick routines and character development, this class will teach working with a partner, recognizing and developing one's unique talents, and how to perform for an audience. At the end of class, students will perform original vaudeville acts for friends and family.

Box of Clowns is Anna Sell, Laura Loy, and Jeff Desautels. They have 20+ years experience combined teaching children at organizations like Echo Theatre, Northwest Children's Theatre, The Circus Project, Traveling Players Ensemble and others. They studied at The Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre.

Saturday, July 25
9:30 AM - 12:00
at The Just Off Broadway Theatre
3051 Central, Kansas City MO 64108
$35 - http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1751896


Bio:
We are Box of Clowns, a physical theatre ensemble from Portland, Oregon. We are a clown troupe, so we proudly come from a tradition of popular theatre. Our premier work, Mom?, was our culmination project at Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre, and thus our box was born. Our ensemble methods have grown out of the teachings at Dell'Arte, our own group research, and a collective desire to find delight and humor in unexpected places. We benefit from pushing ourselves past expected limits physically and mentally, ruthless play, and fierce editing. Box of Clowns aims to create visceral, emotional, and provocative experiences for our audiences.

To catch The Box of Clowns KCFringe shows, go to: www.kcfring.org

www.boxofclowns.com
http://www.boxofclowns.com/mom/4581594867
www.byrdproductions.org

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Byrd Productions Physical Theater is tickled to present: Clowns by the Sea

Byrd Productions Physical Theater is tickled to present:
Clowns by the Sea

Come join The Flock ~ A Company of Clowns
for a magical, family-friendly adventure on, around, and under the sea with mermaids,
synchronized swimming, sharks, and adventure.
Maybe even a lovely bunch of coconuts!
Buoy, will you have fun!

It's all part of the Kansas City Fringe Festival.
The Flock has 4 performances at
the Westport Coffee House Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave, KCMO 64111

Saturday, July 18 at 4:30 PM
Monday, July 20 at 9:00 PM
Wednesday, July 22 at 6:00 PM
Friday, July 24 at 7:30 PM

You can purchase your $10 ticket ahead of time by going to www.kcfringe.org

Don't forget - Your one time $5 purchase of a Fringe button is required to keep the festival going.

Members of The Flock~A Company of Clowns include:
Alan Brannon, Beth Byrd-Lonski, Kait Dowling, Larry Goodman, Marty Honig, Catherine Pajor and Ellen Pajor. Their director this year is the wonderful, Phil Blue Owl Hooser!

www.byrdproductions.org
https://www.facebook.com/TheFlockofClowns
https://www.facebook.com/events/444006269113843/

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June 29, 2015

Call for Directors - The Barn Players 2016 Season! Deadline is tomorrow at midnight!

THE BARN PLAYERS 2016 SEASON

Deadline: Tomorrow at midnight!


The Barn Players are seeking…
Directors
For
Our 61st Anniversary season
of plays and musicals.



PROCESS:
Submit a letter of application to The Barn Players, along with your resume. Please indicate your choice of show in the application letter, include your vision for the production and your reasons for applying for that particular show. In addition, please include a second show that you would like us to consider during the interview process.

An interview will then be scheduled with the Artistic Director, the Assistant Artistic Director and one other members of The Barn board of directors

DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 30th, 2015

INTERVIEWS: Will be scheduled from July 1st – July 31st, by appointment only.

Directors will be announced following the August 11th board meeting.


THE SHOWS

LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL

February 26 – March 13
Industry Night: March 7th
RATED PG - 13

Music & Lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe & Nell Benjamin
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture

Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside-down, however, when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting serious about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her charm to get into Harvard Law. At school, she struggles with peers, professors, and Warner Huntington. With the help of Paulette and Emmett, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.


JANE EYRE

April 15 – May 1
Industry Night: April 25th
RATED PG

Music & Lyrics by Paul Gordon
Book by John Caird
Based on the novel by Charlotte Bronte
The haunting retelling of the Charlotte Bronte classic about an orphan girl who grows up to become the governess of Thornfield Hall. There she meets and falls in love with the enigmatic Edward Rochester, an Earl with a dark secret. Having overcome the obstacles brought on by an abusive childhood, the death of a childhood friend and the prejudice inherent in a relationship between two people socially worlds apart, Jane marries Rochester. Her wedding day is marred when she discovers his secret: he already has a wife, a half-crazed lunatic hidden in the attic.


THE GRADUATE
May 27 – June 12
Industry Night: June 6th
RATED R

Adapted by Terry Johnson
Based on the Novel by Charles Webb and
The Motion Picture Screenplay by Calder Willingham & Buck Henry

By Special Arrangement with CanalStudio
A hit in the West End and a popular show on Broadway starring Kathleen Turner, this adaptation brings the inspired movie hit of the Sixties vividly to life on stage. Benjamin Braddock, recent college graduate and prodigal son, returns home and promptly becomes embroiled in an affair with the wife of his father's business partner, one Mrs. Robinson, but soon finds himself falling in love with her daughter, Elaine.



SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM
A Barn Players Benefit

June 24 - 26
RATED PG - 13

Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Conceived and directed on Broadway by James Lapine
Inspired by a concept by David Kernan

His story. His inspiration, His genius. The tapestry of creativity that characterizes Stephen Sondheim remained largely undiscussed, especially by the man himself, until the creation of Sondheim On Sondheim. Ranging from the beloved to the obscure, the carefully selected two-dozen songs hang from a framework of in-depth video interviews delving into Sondheim's personal life and artistic process. Hailed as a "revelatory revue full of wonderful moments" and a "funny, affectionate and revealing tribute to musical theater's greatest living composer and lyricist," Sondheim On Sondheim is an intimate portrait of the famed songwriter in his own words... and music. Through the use of exclusive interview footage, audiences get an inside look at famed composer Stephen Sondheim's personal life and artistic process.



THE ELEPHANT MAN

July 29 – August 14
Industry Night: August 8th
RATED PG - 13

By Bernard Pomerance
Based on the life of John Merrick, who lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth century, a horribly deformed young man, victim of rare skin and bone diseases, has become the star freak attraction in traveling side shows. Found abandoned and helpless, he is admitted to London's prestigious Whitechapel hospital. Under the care of celebrated young physician Frederick Treves, Merrick is introduced to London society and slowly evolves from an object of pity to an urbane and witty favorite of the aristocracy and literati only to be denied his ultimate dream, to become a man like any other.


NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT

November 4 - 20
Industry Night: November 14th
RATED PG

Music by George Gershwin / Lyrics by Ira Gershwin
Book by Joe DiPietro
Inspired by Material by Guy Bolton and P. G. Wodehouse
Set in the 1920s, the musical is the story of charming and wealthy playboy Jimmy Winter, who meets rough female bootlegger Billie Bendix the weekend of his wedding. Jimmy, who has been married three (or is it four?) times before, is preparing to marry Eileen Evergreen, a self-obsessed modern dancer. Thinking Jimmy and Eileen will be out of town, Billie and her gang hide cases of alcohol the basement of Jimmy's Long Island mansion. But when Jimmy, his wife-to-be and her prohibitionist family show up at the mansion for the wedding, Billie and her cohorts pose as servants, causing hijinks galore.


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


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KC Improv with Thoughts From the Head!

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


Kansas City, MO, June 29, 2015 — KC Improv with Thoughts From the Head! – July 11, 2015 – 8:00pm

Come join us for award-winning comedy as we share the stage with guests from our Training Center, Thoughts from the Head! Check out some fast and furious short-form improv from these amazing students as well as one of KCIC's signature formats- Swipe Right!

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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Summer Student Showcase!

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


Kansas City, MO, June 29, 2015 — Summer Student Showcase! – July 11, 2015 – 6:00pm

Come check out our amazing students from Level 1 and Level 2 as they perform improv for you! They will be playing fast and furious short-form games based on audience suggestions. These guys have been working hard the past 8 weeks for this opportunity to make you laugh!

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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June 25, 2015

Paseo Takes the Gold Metal Runyon Award 2015

GOOD NEWS

During the week of June 8th through the 13th
the following list of Paseo students were part
of the Mark Time Academy audio theatre
workshop, SoundPlay, run by Judith Walcutt and
David Ossman of Otherworld Media, a non-profit
organization. The recent summer program was an
extension of workshops and performances
facilitated by Otherworld Media last May at
Paseo which brought the disciplines of creative
writing, broadcast, theater and technical
theater together in collaboration.

The students performed seven original audio
theatre productions they wrote, directed and
produced at the 18th Mark Time Awards,
presented on June 12th as part of the HEAR Now
Audio Fiction & Arts Festival here in Kansas
City. The Mark Time Awards are the top juried
awards nationally and internationally for
genre-based audio theatre and includes awards
for best science fiction, horror/fantasy and
mystery/detective productions of the year.

This year a new award, the Runyon Award for
Youth Audio Production, was announced and the
very first Gold Medal trophy was awarded to the
sixteen (16) participating students from Paseo
Academy of Fine and Performing Arts. The award
was accepted by their mentor and Paseo teacher
David Brisco Luby. Other supporting teachers
of the students from Paseo were, Chris Odam,
Neil Pirch, Velicia Daniels and Kelly Gerding.

Congratulations to the 2015 Runyon Award
Participants:

Ethan Anissy
Isabela Coleman
Eishenae' Goldsby
Ethan Himes
Byron Hyde
Zhyesia Jameson
Ellia Johnson
Keylisha Nelson
Khalil Odums
Elena Parker
Marcus Robertson
Carissa Stevens
Jordan Stewart
Trayvon Wainwright
Mushelle White
Ignacio Zollar


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No Greek show

It is with great trepidation and sorrow that write
to you now. For many reasons most of all my health
I have come to the very difficult decision that I
can no longer continue Gorilla Theatre
Productions. I am retiring Gorilla Theatre
Productions Local Performing Artist Institute.
After 25 years I must make one of the hardest
decisions in my life and say goodbye to Gorilla.
I would like to thank all of you for your hard
work and support throughout the past 25 years for
keeping Gorilla going. It could not have made it
this far without you. Again I can not thank you
enough for all that you have done for Gorilla it
was a great ride and you made it all possible.
Sadly everything must come to an end and now it's
Gorilla's time.
So needless to say my heart breaks in saying there
will be no Greek show this year.

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Paseo's Announces Auditions for school next year 2015-2016

Auditions
for
Paseo Academy
of Fine & Performing Arts
2014-2015 Academic Year grades 7-12
July 14th, 28th and Aug. 4th & 11th at 3:00
p.m.
Paseo is located at
4747 Flora, Kansas City, MO 64110
(816) 418-2275
Paseo has several areas of stident besides the
core subjects such as: Theatre, Music, Art,
Dance, Fashion and Broadcasting.
It has been proven in many studies that
students
who have a strong training in the arts do
better
on standardized test than students who have no
arts education. The arts make not only the
students better, but the community as well.

All art forms have a place at Paseo Academy.
It's
a place to improve your talents, show off your
talents and cultivate your talents that you
might
not have known you had. The school, which
becomes
like a family, integrates the arts throughout
college preparatory classes many other
activities
that prepare you for life after high school.

Theater is the only art form that encompasses
all
of the art forms such as creative writing,
music,
dance, and visual arts. Theater students can
obtain analytical and oral language skills as
well
as self confidence and discipline for careers
in
the ever growing entertainment industry. The
skills learned in theater will also be helpful
in
other careers outside of the entertainment
industry such as, public speaking, law, and
politics.

Dance is a visual art form that allows the body
to
act as an instrument for expression. Dance
Majors
have the chance to participate in the All Arts
holiday performance like Holiday on the Hill,
and
take a trip to The Big Apple experience. To rap
up
the year, the entire Dance Department will
present
the All Arts Dance & Theater senior showcase.

VISUAL ARTS Through drawing, graphic design,
ceramics, painting and printmaking, the visual
art
major develops a thorough understanding and
range
of skills using two-dimensional media. Students
are led to employ a wide range of vocabulary in
visual art and polish skills, which readies
them
for a post secondary program of study in visual
art.

Television Production/Broadcasting is a Career
and
Technical Education program that operates out
of
Paseo Academy of Fine and Performing Arts. The
goal of the program is two-fold: first to
introduce all students in the Kansas City
Public
schools to the television and broadcast
journalism
industry, teach them how it works and present
the
career opportunities. Second, the program will
prepare students to be college, career and work
ready in the television and broadcasting
journalism industry.

Technical theater at Paseo focuses on resume
and
portfolio building through hands on real life
learning. Students will learn the basics in
technical theater production and design in the
classroom and by acting as interns for Paseo
Academy and assist in the technical productions
for all school events such as music, dance,
and
poetry performances.

The Choral Music Conservatory students study
Voice
Pedagogy of Performance, Concert Choir, Chamber
Choir, Theory 1 and 2, Piano 1 and 2 and
Individualized Lessons. We also offer a Middle
School component for 7th and 8th graders. Our
Choral Music Conservatory provides many
performance opportunities for students to
formally
and creatively express themselves. Upon
completion
of their choral studies students are worthy for
music scholarship, for the post secondary
studies
or ready for entry into the professional arena.

Creative Writing students study poetry,
fiction,
nonfiction and playwriting. In addition to
studying published works, students write
critical
responses to literature. Writing of exceptional
merit is published in the Poets Voice, Paseo's
literary magazine. You might find students
reading
at The Writers Place and the Blue Room.

Instrumental Music/Band students will have the
desire to perform music other have composed.
They
either have developed skills and already play a
musical instrument or have a desire to learn.
They
will have the discipline to be able to follow a
teacher's directions and the self-discipline to
practice.

Instrumental Music/Orchestra students will have
the desire to perform music other have
composed.
They either have the skills and already play a
stringed instrument or have the desire to
learn.
They will have the discipline to be able to
follow
a teacher's directions and the self-discipline
to
practice.

It has been proven in many studies that
students
who have a strong training in the arts do
better
on standardized test and are more likely to
succeed in post secondary education than
students
who have no arts education. The arts make not
only
the students better but the community as well.
Paseo Academy of the Fine and Performing Arts
can
make it better.

Auditions are required of all students
interested
in attending Paseo Academy of Fine and
Performing
Arts. Audition details can be found on the
school
website at:
http://www.kcpublicschools.org/paseo
or by contacting the school at
(816) 418-2275


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Second Round of Auditions for Loves, Labours, Lost

Alcott Arts Center
(Community)

The Alcott Arts Center will be holding a SECOND ROUND of Auditions on Thursday June 25th from 6 to 8PM for Alcott's 2015
"Shakespeare in the Parking Lot VIII"
production of Love's, Labours, Lost
by William Shakespeare
Directed by Susan Proctor, PhD.
The play runs September 12,13,19,20
Please bring Head-shots and Resumes and date conflicts(if you have them).
We still have some key roles available.
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 when the Princess of France and her three friends come on a diplomatic mission.
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 man's wits against women's.
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.
Call if you have any questions!913-233-ARTS(2787)
Audition location:
Alcott Arts Center 180 S. 18th St. Kansas City, Kansas 66102

www.alcottartscenter.org

Alcott is not ADA Accessible, yet. Sorry.
SITPLOT 8 Loves Labours Lost Second Round of Auditions


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SITPLOT 8 Loves Labours Lost Second Round of Auditions

Alcott Arts Center
(Community)
The Alcott Arts Center will be holding a SECOND ROUND of Auditions on Thursday June 25th from 6 to 8PM for Alcott's 2015 "Shakespeare in the Parking Lot VIII" production of
Love's, Labours, Lost by William Shakespeare
Directed by Susan Proctor, PhD.
The play runs September 12,13,19,20
Please bring Head-shots and Resumes (if you have them)and date conflicts.
We still have some key roles available.
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 when the Princess of France and her three friends come on a diplomatic mission.
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 man's wits against women's.
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.
Call if you have any questions!913-233-ARTS(2787)
Audition location:
Alcott Arts Center 180 S. 18th St. Kansas City, Kansas 66102

www.alcottartscenter.org

Alcott is not ADA Accessible, yet. Sorry.



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June 24, 2015

The Kick Comedy Show with Special Guests

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


Kansas City, MO, June 24, 2015 — The Kick Comedy Show with Special Guests – July 10, 2015 – 10:00pm

Come join us for award-winning comedy as we share the stage with the Level 3 and Level 4 class from The KC Improv Company Training Center! Check out long-form improv from these amazing students as well as KCIC's signature format- Swipe Right!

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 Mid-Life Players' The Drowsy Chaperone in Concert!

Mid Life Players
(Community)


Auditions for The Drowsy Chaperone in concert! by Music and Lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg Morrison, Book by Bob Martin and Don McKellar : Aug 23-24: 6 pm Mon; 3 pm Sun
A man in a chair appears on stage and puts on his favorite record: the cast recording of a fictitious 1928 musical. The recording comes to life and The Drowsy Chaperone begins as the man in the chair looks on. Mix in two lovers on the eve of their wedding, a bumbling best man, a desperate theatre producer, a not so bright hostess, two gangsters posing as pastry chefs, a misguided Don Juan and an intoxicated chaperone, and you have the ingredients for an evening of madcap delight. Directed by Therese Riley and Jim Vinkenberg. Prepare 32 measures of Musical Theatre selection. Bring sheet music in your key, accompanist provided. No A'cappella or singing with CDs. Be prepared to sight read music or cold read from script, for NO callbacks. Open to all 35 & older. ALL ROLES ARE AVAILABLE! Rehearsals Tues & Thurs 7-10pm, EmmanuelOPKS (10100 Metcalf),
4 performances Thurs - Sun, November 12-15, 2015. Just Off Broadway Theatre, 3051 Penn Valley Dr, Kansas City, MO,
Auditions at: Schmitt Music Center, 7316 W 119th St., (816) 716-6681, curt@midlifeplayers.com,

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THE BEST OF TIMES - Celebrating 60 Years of The Barn! This Weekend Only!

A MUSICAL BENEFIT
FOR THE BARN PLAYERS!

One Weekend Only!


The Best of Times!
Celebrating 60 Years of The Barn!

DIRECTED by Eric Magnus
MUSICAL DIRECTION by Kelsie Clark
WRITTEN BY Shelly Stewart
LIGHT DESIGN by Phil Leonard



June 26 – 28. ,2015
Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm



FEATURING
Lyndsey Agron, Samantha Agron, Craig Aikman, Kelsie Clark, John Cleery, Emilie Dayton, Graham Fairleigh, Dave Fullerton, Steven James, Sharon Kwon, Mark Murphy, Rachael Redler & Erika Shirrell


FEATURING SONGS FROM
Anything Goes, Lady in the Dark, Girl Crazy, Damn Yankees, The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd, Mame, Guys & Dolls, Gypsy, Nine, City of Angels, The Full Monty, Chicago, Cabaret, Curtains, Jekyll & Hyde, Urinetown, Side Show, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, 9 to 5, La Cage Aux Folles, Company, Spring Awakening, The Drowsy Chaperone, The Secret Garden & Rent.

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


Ticket pricing:
Friday and Sunday performances: $20.00
Saturday performance: $40.00

For the special Saturday evening performance, doors open at 6:30pm and the will feature a Raffle with great items such as a trip to Las Vega, Alaskan Fur and many, many more…plus dinner provided by Outback Steakhouse, Runze, Classic Catering and Rihmann Liquors

WE NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call 913/432-9100 or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org


Production support provided by…
Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County of Commerce

Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
95.1 JackFM


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June 22, 2015

'MURICAFEST at the Kick Comedy Theatre

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


Kansas City, MO, June 22, 2015 — 'MURICAFEST at the Kick Comedy Theatre – July 3, 2015 – 10:00pm

Say hello to July 3rd: Independence-Day Eve. The most boring holiday.

Until now!

The Kick Comedy Theater is going to kick Independence Day Eve into NUCLEAR GEAR by turning it from the calm, nomadic thing it used to be into a hardcore industrial celebration of EVERYTHING AMERICAN.

Welcome to 'MURICAFEST!

In a live, off-the-cuff comedy show, some of Kansas City's funniest people will celebrate GUNS, BIBLES, FREEDOM and HEAVY MACHINERY using your suggestions to create 100% AMERICAN COMEDY.
This show has never happened before and it will never happen again until next year, so GET YOUR AMERICAN SELF TO THE KICK!

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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'MURICAFEST at the Kick Comedy Theatre

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rita Marks
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Kansas City, MO, June 22, 2015 — 'MURICAFEST at the Kick Comedy Theatre – July 3, 2015 – 8:00pm

Say hello to July 3rd: Independence-Day Eve. The most boring holiday.

Until now!

The Kick Comedy Theater is going to kick Independence Day Eve into NUCLEAR GEAR by turning it from the calm, nomadic thing it used to be into a hardcore industrial celebration of EVERYTHING AMERICAN.

Welcome to 'MURICAFEST!

In a live, off-the-cuff comedy show, some of Kansas City's funniest people will celebrate GUNS, BIBLES, FREEDOM and HEAVY MACHINERY using your suggestions to create 100% AMERICAN COMEDY.
This show has never happened before and it will never happen again until next year, so GET YOUR AMERICAN SELF TO THE KICK!

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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ESU Summer Theatre presents "The Nerd"

ESU THEATRE PRESS RELEASE

Emporia State University Summer Theatre is proud to present "The Nerd," a hilarious and popular comedy by Larry Shue. "The Nerd" will be the directing debut of our newest faculty member, Dan Matisa. Dan joins ESU Theatre direct from the Arkansas Shakespeare Festival. He has spent the last several years in New York City as a working actor. He brings a wealth of real world experience to the Emporia State University Theatre program.
"The Nerd" is about an aspiring architect and former GI named Willum (Evan Eisenbarth, Cassoday). Willum often tells his friends the story of a man named Rick Steadman (Michael Abbott, Great Bend) who he has never met but who saved his life in Vietnam. Willum has often written to Rick and telling him that as long as he is alive, "you will have somebody on Earth who will do anything for you" – so imagine Willum's delight when Rick shows up unexpectedly at his apartment. But his delight soon turns to disdain when he realizes that Rick is a clumsy fool with no social grace, little intelligence and even less tact. Rick outstays his welcome with a hilarious vengeance that causes one uproarious incident after another, all leading up to a surprising twist of an ending.
Assisting Dan Matisa with directing is Jim Bartruff. Scenery and costumes are being designed by Rick Rasmussen. Costume Supervision is provided by Amanda Dura and Technical Direction is provided by Chris Lohkamp. Lisa Tinker (Derby) is the production stage manager and Brock Boudoin (Georgetown, TX) is the assistant stage manager. Other cast members include Miranda S. Nation (Winfield), Andrew McCutcheon (Gardner), Logan Wohlford (Valley Center), Fran Opheim (Olathe) and Carter Brown (Dallas, TX).
"The Nerd" runs June 8 - 11 at 7:30 pm in the Karl C. Bruder Theatre. For tickets or more information, call the box office at 620-341-6378.


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ESU Summer Theatre presents "Things My Mother Taught Me"

Emporia State University Theatre


Emporia State University's 61st Summer Theatre season continues with "Things My Mother Taught Me", a charming new romantic comedy by Katherine DiSavino. "Things My Mother Taught Me" follows the story of Olivia (Lauren Bergman, St. Joseph, MO) and Gabe (Brock Boudoin, Georgetown, TX) who are moving into their first apartment together, halfway across the country in Chicago. But their moving day doesn't go quite the way they planned, and things become even more complicated when their parents surprise them by showing up to help!
"Can a two bedroom apartment contain all of the love, laughs, worry and wisdom that's about to happen? This brand new comedy takes a generational look at relationships, and how sometimes parents are passing their best lessons on to their children without even meaning to. Funny and touching, this one will make you laugh out loud and fall in love all over again."
"Things My Mother Taught Me" is under the direction of Jim Bartruff. Rick Rasmussen joins ESU Summer Theatre again this year to design scenography for the production. Costume supervision is provided by Amanda Dura and technical direction is provided by Chris Lohkamp. Elizabeth Kennell (Belton, MO) is the production stage manager and Courtney Romero (Piper) is her assistant. Other cast members include Alayne Weber (Topeka), Michael Juarez (Omaha, NE), Miranda S. Nation (Winfield), Logan Wohlford (Valley Center) and Tyler Lang (Wichita).
"Things My Mother Taught Me" runs June 24 – 27 at 7:30 pm in the Karl C. Bruder Theatre. For tickets or more information, call the box office at 620-341-6378.


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June 19, 2015

Call for Directors 2016

The River City Community Players (RCCP) is now accepting applications from directors for the 2016 show season. Following are the shows slated for our 40th production year:

"You're a Good Man Charlie Brown" Based on the Comic Strip "Peanuts" by Charles M. Schulz
Book, Music & Lyrics by Clark Gesner
Auditions: Jun. 4, 5, & 6
Performances: Jul. 29, 30 & 31

"Miracle on South Division" by Tom Dudzick
Auditions: Jul. 10 & 11
Performances: Aug. 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 & 28

"The Addams Family a new musical comedy"
Book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice; Music & Lyrics by Andrew Lippa
Auditions: Aug. 28, 29, & 30
Performances: Oct. 21, 22, 28, 29 – Nov. 4, 5 & 6

"The Spirit of Christmas" by Verneil Searles
Sign-up: Nov. 7
Performances: Dec. 2, 3, & 4

Stipends for the 2016 patron season are as follows:
Director: $500.00
Musical Director: $300.00 ($450.00 if serving as accompanist)
Accompanist: $150.00

"Spirit of Christmas"
Director: $150.00
Accompanist: $50.00 if needed

To apply, please forward a letter of interest stating which show (s) you would be interested in directing, including a resume and four theatrical references to:

RCCP/LPAC
500 Delaware Street
Leavenworth, Kansas 66048

Email submissions may be forwarded to:
ronrccp@yahoo.com

All applications and supporting documents must be received by FRIDAY – July 31, 2015.

Interviews with presentations will be conducted prior to the regularly scheduled Board of Directors meeting on August 17, 2015. Applicants will be notified no later than Friday August 21, 2015.

Rights to all of the shows have been acquired.

And we'll see you,
"Down at the theater!"

Ron Mazzia

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The Robin Hood Files

Alcott Arts Center


The Robin Hood Files by Phil Tuffin 'By arrangement with Lazy Bee Scripts': Saturday Jun 20@7pm and Sunday June 21@3 pm Last two shows!
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. $8 general admission Ages 12 & under and Senior citizens $6

Directed by Katie Lee.
Featuring Dani Saunders, Eva Kading, Anthony Cusumano, Dean Foreman, Jenna Bickelhaupt, Jesse Cruz, Dakota Garrison, Zoe Lockwood-Green, Isabel Abio, Alexander Gerardy, Ivy Gerardy, Josephine Gerardy, Victoria Gerardy, and Harley Carolus.

Alcott Arts Center Theatre, 180 S 18th St in Kansas City Kansas
(913) 233-2787, www.alcottartscenter.org
(Suitable for Everyone)
Alcott is not yet ADA Accessible, sorry.

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June 17, 2015

Drunken Personal History

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

Kansas City, MO, June 17, 2015 — Drunken Personal History – June 27, 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
www.facebook.com/kickcomedy/events

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

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A Night of Awesome!

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

Kansas City, MO, June 17, 2015 — A Night of Awesome – June 27, 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!

3 shows, 3 worlds, 3 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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The Kick Comedy Show - Late Night!

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

Kansas City, MO, June 17, 2015 — The Kick Comedy Show – Late Night! – June 26, 2015 – 10:00pm

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 the last two years.

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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The Kick Comedy Show – Primetime!

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

Kansas City, MO, June 17, 2015 — The Kick Comedy Show – Primetime! – June 26, 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 the last two years.

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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Theatre Arts Training Program-Summer Enrollments Available

FIVE SUMMER 2015 THEATRE FOR YOUNG AMERICA
THEATRE ARTS PROJECTS OFFERED AT THREE LOCATIONS

Kansas City, MO (June 17, 2015) Theatre for Young
America presents five Theatre Arts Project drama
camps this summer for young people ages 3.5 years
of age through 12th grade. The camps will be held
at three area locations: Wonderscope Children's
Museum of Kansas City for preschool through 3rd
grade; H&R Block City Stage in Union Station for
4th through 8th grades; and Goppert Theatre
Complex on the Avila University Campus for 7th
grade through 12th grade. All classes are hands-
on, with an emphasis on vocal expression,
listening, body movement skills, and
improvisation, along with production and
performance instruction.

Theatre Arts Project Drama Camps, locations, times
and grade levels offered are:

Theatre Arts Project #1.
SKIPPYJON JONES AND HIS FRISKITOS
Age: Preschool (3.5 years old)-Kindergarten (grade
in fall).
Location: Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas
City, 5700 King, Shawnee, KS
Dates: June 22-26, 2015, 5 to 7 PM daily.
Performance: The onstage performance will be at 6
PM Friday, June 26th.
Tuition: $100
Description: This drama camp centers on Judy
Schachner's award winning book series SKIPPYJON
JONES, the Siamese kitten who thinks he's a
Chihuahua! Students will experience voice, body,
and imagination exercises as they work together to
share a presentation with parents and friends.

Theatre Arts Project #2.
SKIPPYJON JONES ADVENTURES
Age: 1st-3rd graders (grade in fall).
Location: Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas
City, 5700 King, Shawnee, KS
Dates: June 22-26, 2015, 5 to 7 PM daily.
Performance: The onstage performance will be at 6
PM Friday, June 26th.
Tuition: $100
Description: This drama camp dramatizes the
SKIPPYJON JONES series of books by Judy Schachner.
This Siamese cat who thinks he is a Chihuahua gets
his family and friends into many hilarious
situations. Students will learn a little Spanish
as well as practice drama skills as they practice
for their ending performance.
Theatre Arts Project #3.
ALADDIN AND HIS MAGIC LAMP
Age: 4th-8th graders (grade in fall).
Location: H& R Block City Stage in Union Station,
30 W. Pershing, Kansas City, MO
Dates: July 6-10, 2015, 9 to 5 PM daily.
Performance: The onstage performance will be at 4
PM Friday, July 10th.
Tuition: $180
Description: Aladdin's story from the "Arabian
Nights" will be the script performed for the
presentation. The cast works on acting skills,
learns stage craft and magic, and create costumes
to prepare this play for an audience.

Theatre Arts Project #4.
RAPUNZEL
Age: 4th-8th graders (grade in fall).
Location: H & R Block City Stage in Union Station,
30 W. Pershing, Kansas City, MO
Dates: July13-17, 2015, 9 to 5 PM daily.
Performance: The onstage performance will be at 4
PM Friday, July 13th.
Tuition: $180
Description: This popular fairytale classic is
brought to life and given a few twists as a
neighbor steals a vegetable from the Witch's
garden. The angry Witch gets to keep the
neighbor's first child and puts her high in a
tower. There is an exciting hair-climbing rescue
and a happy ending. Cast works on acting skills,
stage craft, and costumes to produce this play.

Theatre Arts Project #5.
YOUNG KING ARTHUR
AGE: 7th-12 graders (grade in fall)
Location: Goppert Theatre at Avila University,
1190 Wornall Rd. Kansas City, MO
Dates: July 20-24 and July 27-31, 2015, 9 to 5PM
daily. (This is a two-week project.)
Performance: The onstage performance will be at 6
PM Friday, July 31st.
Tuition $350
Description: This theatre arts project presents a
production of the exciting legend of how Arthur
grew up to be one of the most celebrated Kings in
history. Roles include Sorceress Morgan Le Fey,
Merlin the Magician, noble ladies and knights, and
a comic abbess, among others. Technical theatre,
such as sets, props, sound, and costumes as well
as acting skills are among the topics the cast
will experience as they produce and perform this
play.

TYA drama instruction follows the new Kansas
Standards for Theatre Education, the Missouri
Grade Level Expectations for Theatre Arts, the
Partnership for 21st Century Learning Skills, and
the Common Core Standards of English Language
Arts. All Theatre for Young America instructors
are professional actors/educators.

To enroll online visit our website at www.tya.org
or enroll by phone at (816) 460-2083.

Theatre for Young America is a professional
theater company, which primarily employs local
actors, many of whom are members of Actors Equity
Association. Theatre for Young America, Inc. is a
not-for-profit 501(c) (3) corporation. Gifts are
tax deductible.



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June 16, 2015

The Box of Clowns Workshop, Kansas City Edition

Byrd Productions is thrilled to be working with the KC Fringe Festival once again to bring you -
The Box of Clowns Workshop, Kansas City Edition

Using slapstick routines and character development, this class will teach working with a partner, recognizing and developing one's unique talents, and how to perform for an audience. At the end of class, students will perform original vaudeville acts for friends and family.

Box of Clowns is Anna Sell, Laura Loy, and Jeff Desautels. They have 20+ years experience combined teaching children at organizations like Echo Theatre, Northwest Children's Theatre, The Circus Project, Traveling Players Ensemble and others. They studied at The Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre.

Saturday, July 25
9:30 AM - 12:00
at The Just Off Broadway Theatre
3051 Central, Kansas City MO 64108
$35 - http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/1751896


Bio:
We are Box of Clowns, a physical theatre ensemble from Portland, Oregon. We are a clown troupe, so we proudly come from a tradition of popular theatre. Our premier work, Mom?, was our culmination project at Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre, and thus our box was born. Our ensemble methods have grown out of the teachings at Dell'Arte, our own group research, and a collective desire to find delight and humor in unexpected places. We benefit from pushing ourselves past expected limits physically and mentally, ruthless play, and fierce editing. Box of Clowns aims to create visceral, emotional, and provocative experiences for our audiences.

To catch The Box of Clowns KCFringe shows, go to: www.kcfring.org

www.boxofclowns.com
http://www.boxofclowns.com/mom/4581594867
www.byrdproductions.org

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Byrd Productions Physical Theater is tickled to present: Clowns by the Sea at the KC Fringe Festival

Byrd Productions Physical Theater is tickled to present:
Clowns by the Sea.

Come join The Flock for a magical, family-friendly adventure on, around, and under the sea with mermaids, synchronized swimming, sharks, and adventure.
Maybe even a lovely bunch of coconuts!
Buoy, will you have fun!

It's all part of the Kansas City Fringe Festival.
The Flock has 4 performances at
the Westport Coffee House Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave, KCMO 64111

Saturday, July 18 at 4:30 PM
Monday, July 20 at 9:00 PM
Wednesday, July 22 at 6:00 PM
Friday, July 24 at 7:30 PM

You can purchase your $10 ticket ahead of time by going to www.kcfringe.org

Don't forget - Your one time $5 purchase of a Fringe button is required to keep the festival going.

Members of The Flock~A Company of Clowns include: Alan Brannon, Beth Byrd-Lonski, Kait Dowling, Larry Goodman, Marty Honig, Catherine Pajor and Ellen Pajor. Their director this year is the wonderful, Phil Blue Owl Hooser.

www.byrdproductions.org

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June 14, 2015

THE BEST OF TIMES - Celebrating 60 Years of The Barn! opens June 26th!

A MUSICAL BENEFIT
FOR THE BARN PLAYERS!

One Weekend Only!


The Best of Times!
Celebrating 60 Years of The Barn!

DIRECTED by Eric Magnus
MUSICAL DIRECTION by Kelsie Clark
WRITTEN BY Shelly Stewart
LIGHT DESIGN by Phil Leonard



June 26 – 28. ,2015
Friday and Saturday at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm



FEATURING
Lyndsey Agron, Samantha Agron, Craig Aikman, Kelsie Clark, John Cleery, Emilie Dayton, Graham Fairleigh, Dave Fullerton, Steven James, Sharon Kwon, Mark Murphy, Rachael Redler & Erika Shirrell


FEATURING SONGS FROM
Anything Goes, Lady in the Dark, Girl Crazy, Damn Yankees, The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd, Mame, Guys & Dolls, Gypsy, Nine, City of Angels, The Full Monty, Chicago, Cabaret, Curtains, Jekyll & Hyde, Urinetown, Side Show, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, 9 to 5, La Cage Aux Folles, Company, Spring Awakening, The Drowsy Chaperone, The Secret Garden & Rent.

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


Ticket pricing:
Friday and Sunday performances: $20.00
Saturday performance: $40.00

For the special Saturday evening performance, doors open at 6:30pm and the will feature a Raffle with great items such as a trip to Las Vega, Alaskan Fur and many, many more…plus dinner provided by Outback Steakhouse, Runze, Classic Catering and Rihmann Liquors

WE NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!
The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call 913/432-9100 or visit our website at www.thebarnplayers.org


Production support provided by…
Mainstreet Credit Union
Northeast Johnson County of Commerce

Media partner support provided by…
94.9 KCMO
95.1 JackFM


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June 12, 2015

BRIGADOON presented by the Raytown Arts Council

Raytown Arts Council
presents

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

Jul 17-19: 7:30 pm Fri-Sat; 2 pm Sun


The Story: Two hunters are lost on a misty glen in Scotland. As the two exhausted men reflect on what they have forsaken in the States for their present predicament, a lift in the Highland veil reveals to them the awakening village of Brigadoon; a village which comes into being for only one day in each century. Show tunes: Almost Like Being in Love, The Heather on the Hill, There but for You Go I, Come to Me, Bend to Me, My Mother's Wedding Day, I'll Go Home with Bonnie Jean and Waitin' for My Dearie.

DIRECTED: by Ms. Patricia McLaughlin.
MUSICAL DIRECTOR: Mr. Ryan Sullivan
ACCOMPANIST: Mr. James D. Walters
ORCHESTRA DIRECTOR: Mr. Eric Eckhoff
CHOREOGRAPHER: Ms. Kristen Sullivan
ASSITANT DIRECTOR: Ms. Pam Gieseke-Becker

Featuring Khalid Johnson, Hannah Fabean, Caleb McCarroll, Israel Hanke, Bailey Shaw, Jim DeFries, Michael Rowe, Pete Berney, Zach Kujath, Julianna McCarroll, Madie Hill, Hannah Steele, David Fast, Gabe Sawyer, Paul Lee, Kyrstin Stoneking, Sharon Propst, Shirley Johnson, and Sharon Sawaya.

$8 in advance (sold at Hy-VEE 9400 E 350 Hwy intersection of 350 Hwy & Gregory Blvd.), Raytown, $10 at the door. Raytown High School, 6019 Blue Ridge Blvd, (816) 358-5988, www.raytownarts.com (Suitable for Everyone)

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2015 KC Opera institute

Building on its excellent regional reputation as a home for
talented local artists, KC Opera Institute proudly announces its
3rd season—a fun operatic and theatrical experience featuring
light hearted and rarely seen productions. This season will
include Ravel's L'enfant et les sortileges directed by Dr. Julie
Mollenkamp and Debussy's L'enfant prodigue directed by
Matthew Haney. Our festival performances will take place June
19th & 20th at 7:30pm and will be presented at Barry Christian
Church, 1500 Nw Barry Rd, KCMO. Please join us for some truly
exciting performances. For info please visit our website at
www.kcoperainstitute.wix.com/kcoi


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SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION...final weekend at The Barn!

The Barn presents…

SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION

By John Guare

Directed by David Martin
Stage Managed by D. K. Evenson
Set Design by Richard Burt
Lighting Design by Phil Leonard
Costume Design by Heather Stokes
Sound Design by Sean Leistico
Props Designed by Valerie Martin
Assistant Stage Management by Emma Cook
Assistant Direction & Film Coordination by Jeremy Riggs


May 29th – July 14th
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm
Sunday at 2:00pm
(Industry Night: Monday, June 8th)


STARRING
Kay Noonan, Peter Leondedis & Matthew King

FEATURING
Craig Aikman, Brent Custer, Natalie Dickter, Tracy Fox, Derrick Freeman, Steven James, Robert Moore, Tina Morrison, Andy Penn, Chris Roady, Laura Schwartz, Andy Tyhurst, James Wearing & Claire Williams

SYNOPSIS:
Inspired by a true story, the play follows the trail of a young black con man, Paul, who insinuates himself into the lives of a wealthy New York couple, Ouisa and Flan Kittredge, claiming he knows their son at college. Paul tells them he is the son of actor Sidney Poitier, and that he has just been mugged and all his money is gone. Captivated by Paul's intelligence and his fascinating conversation (and the possibility of appearing in a new Sidney Poitier movie), the Kittredges invite him to stay overnight.

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 NOW ACCEPT CREDIT CARDS!
VISA, MASTERCARD & DISCOVER!


The box office opens one hour before curtain time.
For reservations, please call or 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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June 11, 2015

Summer Session of Clown Classes for Adults

CLOwNING Levels 1&2

LEVEL I: Discover your inner clown!
Instructors are experts in character development,
slapstick, how to take a pie in the face,
mime, makeup application and much more.
Class is tailored to the needs of participants,
as well as the availability of the professional instructors.

LEVEL II: Continue the journey of uncovering
your personal clown, don a red nose and study the techniques
of Jaque Lecoq, Frosty Little, Elizabeth Baron,
Ettienne Decroix, Giovannie Fusetti,
Marcel Marceau and other masters.

The Summer Session at City in Motion Dance Theater, Inc. begins June 15

Instructors: provided by Byrd Productions, are a variety of
Kansas City's top professional clowns, mimes
and performing artists and some surprise drop-ins from around the world! Local instructors include
Beth Byrd-Lonski, Stephanie Roberts, Heidi Van,
Dennis Porter, Jay Cady, Hailey Jones, Philip Hooser,
Patrick Rippeto, Terry DaVolt and Kent Mercer & Kevin Mercer.

LEVEL II: Tuesdays , 8:00 - 9:00pm
LEVEL I: Wednesdays 8:30 - 9:30

The City in Motion School of Dance is running an amazing special for this summer session!

Go to www.cityinmotion.org or call 816-561-2882
to register!

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Byrd Productions Physical Theater is tickled to present: Clowns by the Sea at the KC Fringe Festival

Byrd Productions Physical Theater is tickled to present:
Clowns by the Sea.

Come join The Flock for a magical, family-friendly adventure on, around, and under the sea with mermaids, synchronized swimming, sharks, and adventure.
Maybe even a lovely bunch of coconuts!
Buoy, will you have fun!

It's all part of the Kansas City Fringe Festival.
The Flock has 4 performances at
the Westport Coffee House Theater
4010 Pennsylvania Ave, KCMO 64111

Saturday, July 18 at 4:30 PM
Monday, July 20 at 9:00 PM
Wednesday, July 22 at 6:00 PM
Friday, July 24 at 7:30 PM

You can purchase your $10 ticket ahead of time by going to www.kcfringe.org

Don't forget - Your one time $5 purchase of a Fringe button is required to keep the festival going.

Members of The Flock~A Company of Clowns include: Alan Brannon, Beth Byrd-Lonski, Kait Dowling, Larry Goodman, Marty Honig, Catherine Pajor and Ellen Pajor. Their director this year is the wonderful, Phil Blue Owl Hooser.

www.byrdproductions.org

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The Box of Clowns Workshop, Kansas City Edition

Byrd Productions is thrilled to be working with the KC Fringe Festival once again to bring you -
The Box of Clowns Workshop, Kansas City Edition

Using slapstick routines and character development, this class will teach working with a partner, recognizing and developing one's unique talents, and how to perform for an audience. At the end of class, students will perform original vaudeville acts for friends and family.

Box of Clowns is Anna Sell, Laura Loy, and Jeff Desautels. They have 20+ years experience combined teaching children at organizations like Echo Theatre, Northwest Children's Theatre, The Circus Project, Traveling Players Ensemble and others. They studied at The Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre.

Saturday, July 25
9:30 AM - 12:00
$35 - Brown Paper Tickets available soon

Bio:
We are Box of Clowns, a physical theatre ensemble from Portland, Oregon. We are a clown troupe, so we proudly come from a tradition of popular theatre. Our premier work, Mom?, was our culmination project at Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre, and thus our box was born. Our ensemble methods have grown out of the teachings at Dell'Arte, our own group research, and a collective desire to find delight and humor in unexpected places. We benefit from pushing ourselves past expected limits physically and mentally, ruthless play, and fierce editing. Box of Clowns aims to create visceral, emotional, and provocative experiences for our audiences.

To catch The Box of Clowns KCFringe shows, go to: www.kcfring.org

www.boxofclowns.com
http://www.boxofclowns.com/mom/4581594867
www.byrdproductions.org

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June 10, 2015

Performance troupe opening

StoneLion Puppet Theatre, a professional
theater company, is currently auditioning for
our touring performance troupe.

StoneLion is looking for adult performers
interested in touring into schools, festivals
and theaters locally and regionally. Most, but
not all shows, are daytime performances and we
work on a flexible schedule.

StoneLion is looking for professional
performers with stage experience but not
necessarily puppetry experience. Must like
children, have a good sense of humor and be a
team player.

Audition by appointment only. Prepare a short
comedic monologue, headshot and resume. To be
considered for the musicals you must be
prepared to sing. No accompaniment provided.

Call 816-221-5351 or respond by email for more
information or to schedule an appointment.

www.stonelionpuppets.org or find us on FaceBook



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June 9, 2015

Call for Scripts - 2015 Barn Players 6 x 10 Ten-Minute Play Festival...Corrected Press Release

BARN PLAYERS 6X10 FESTIVAL
CALL FOR SCRIPTS


Grab your pencils! Or laptops! The Barn Players Theatre is holding
its eighth annual 6x10 Play Festival on December 11th – 13th, and we are looking for some great scripts. The Festival will produce six short plays, each roughly ten minutes in length and all by local & regional writers. Tell us a great story in ten minutes and you'll get the chance to see your work performed on our stage.

Playwrights whose scripts are selected will be encouraged to
participate in rehearsal and to work collaboratively with the
director. They may modify their script as they watch it take shape on
the stage.

GUIDELINES (please read and follow carefully)
- All playwrights must live within 300 miles of Kansas City.
- Scripts may not have been produced or self-produced previously in the Greater Kansas City area.
- Scripts should be easily produced in the context of a ten-minute
play festival (i.e. small casts and simple sets)
- Each playwright may submit up to two (2) scripts for review.
- Scripts may only be submitted electronically to "tenminute@thebarnplayers.org". Scripts sent via US mail or dropped off at The Barn will not be considered.
- Each play must be a blind submission (i.e. no playwright identifiers can be anywhere on the script or cover page) and must be accompanied by a separate document or email with playwright's contact information. Submissions received without following the rules regarding contact information may be immediately disqualified.
- Each playwright submitting a play will receive a notice of receipt.
- No comments or feedback on the scripts will be given.
- There is no entry fee.
- Failure to follow these guidelines of submission will automatically disqualify a script(s) from consideration.
- Deadline for submission is August 1st, 2015.
- Selections will be made and all playwrights informed through the a posting on The Barn Players website at www.thebarnplayers.org.

By submitting a script for consideration, the playwright agrees that
The Barn Players may produce the script during the festival. The
playwright agrees to waive any royalty for the production of the piece
in the festival and relinquishes all rights to casting decisions or
scenic choices.

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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WKRP in Cincinnati Star Joins RBTE Friday Night

June 9, 2015

KANSAS CITY, MO - Gary Sandy, one of the stars
of the hit TV series WKRP in Cincinnati, will
be among the special guest stars at the next
live performance of Right Between the Ears -
Friday, June 12 at 8:00pm at the Heartland
Forum Theatre (formerly the American Heartland
Theatre) in Crown Center, Kansas City.


Best known for his role as program director
Andy Travis in WKRP in Cincinnati, Gary has
also made countless TV guest appearances,
including Murder She Wrote, F.B.I The Untold
Story, The Young Riders, L.A. Law, and
Diagnosis Murder. He's also performed in over
100 theatrical productions, including the
Broadway productions of The Pirates of Penzance
and Arsenic and Old Lace, plus Bye Bye Birdie,
A Streetcar Named Desire and The Best Little
Whorehouse in Texas opposite Ann Margret.

Friday night's show will also feature David
Ossman of the legendary comedy troupe The
Firesign Theatre; and Barbara Rosenblat of TV's
Orange Is the New Black.

This performance of Right Between the Ears is
being presented as part of the 2015 HEAR Now
Festival, the audio equivalent of a film
festival for contemporary storytelling in all
its forms: classic radio theatre, audiobooks,
experimental narrative and more. The four-day
festival, June 11-14, will offer numerous live
and recorded performances at venues throughout
Kansas City.

Tickets for this special live performance of
Right Between the Ears are $15.00 and are on
sale now at http://www.rightbetweentheears.com.

Right Between the Ears is broadcast every
Sunday at 7:00pm 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 broadcast on
National Public Radio, BBC and Sirius-XM, and
is available on iTunes, Pandora and Spotify.



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June 8, 2015

Call for Scripts - 2015 Barn Players 6 x 10 Ten-Minute Play Festival...DEALINE IS SUNDAY!

BARN PLAYERS 6X10 FESTIVAL
CALL FOR SCRIPTS


Grab your pencils! Or laptops! The Barn Players Theatre is holding
its eighth annual 6x10 Play Festival on December 11th – 13th, and we are looking for some great scripts.

The Festival will produce six short plays, each roughly ten minutes in length and all by local & regional writers. Tell us a great story in ten minutes and you'll get the chance to see your work performed on our stage.

Playwrights whose scripts are selected will be encouraged to
participate in rehearsal and to work collaboratively with the
director. They may modify their script as they watch it take shape on
the stage.


GUIDELINES (please read and follow carefully)
- All playwrights must live within 300 miles of Kansas City.
- Scripts may not have been produced or self-produced previously in the Greater Kansas City area.
- Scripts should be easily produced in the context of a ten-minute
play festival (i.e. small casts and simple sets)
- Each playwright may submit up to two (2) scripts for review.
- Scripts may only be submitted electronically to "tenminute@thebarnplayers.org". Scripts sent via US mail or dropped off at The Barn will not be considered.
- Each play must be a blind submission (i.e. no playwright identifiers anywhere on the script or cover page), and must be accompanied by a separate document or email with playwrights contact information. Submissions received without following the rules regarding contact information may be immediately disqualified.
- Each playwright submitting a play will receive a notice of receipt.
- No comments or feedback on the scripts will be given.
- There is no entry fee.
- Failure to follow these guidelines of submission will automatically disqualify a script(s) from consideration.
- Selections will be made by the end of August and posted on The Barn Players website at www.thebarnplayers.org.


- Deadline for submission is August 1st, 2015.
By submitting a script for consideration, the playwright agrees that
The Barn Players may produce the script during the festival. The
playwright agrees to waive any royalty for the production of the piece
in the festival and relinquishes all rights to casting decisions or
scenic choices.

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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Industry Night! SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION...tonight at The Barn!

The Barn Players

INDUSTRY NIGHT!
Monday, June 8th, 2015

Six Degrees of Separation
The Barn has added an additional performance of our third patron show of the 2015 season on Monday night, June 8th 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, June 8th!


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June 7, 2015

SITPLOT 8 Loves Labours Lost Second Round of Auditions

Alcott Arts Center
(Community)
The Alcott Arts Center will be holding a second round of Auditions on June 25th from 6 to 8PM for Alcott's 2015 "Shakespeare in the Parking Lot VIII" production of
Love's, Labours, Lost by William Shakespeare
Directed by Susan Proctor, PhD.
The play runs September 12,13,19,20
Please bring Head-shots and Resumes (if you have them)and date conflicts.
We still have some key roles available.
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 when the Princess of France and her three friends come on a diplomatic mission.
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 man's wits against women's.
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 the Alcott Arts that you can peruse to find out about the characters and maybe, some of the language.
Call if you have any questions!913-233-ARTS(2787)
Audition location:
Alcott Arts Center 180 S. 18th St. Kansas City, Kansas 66102 913-233-

www.alcottartscenter.org

Alcott is not ADA Accessible, yet. Sorry.



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June 5, 2015

Call for Directors - The Barn Players 2016 Season!

THE BARN PLAYERS 2016 SEASON

The Barn Players are seeking…
Directors
For
Our 61st Anniversary season
of plays and musicals.



PROCESS:
Submit a letter of application to The Barn Players, along with your resume. Please indicate your choice of show in the application letter, include your vision for the production and your reasons for applying for that particular show. In addition, please include a second show that you would like us to consider during the interview process.

An interview will then be scheduled with the Artistic Director, the Assistant Artistic Director and one other members of The Barn board of directors

DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 30th, 2015

INTERVIEWS: Will be scheduled from July 1st – July 31st, by appointment only.

Directors will be announced following the August 11th board meeting.


THE SHOWS

LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL

February 26 – March 13
Industry Night: March 7th
RATED PG - 13

Music & Lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe & Nell Benjamin
Book by Heather Hach
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture

Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside-down, however, when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting serious about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her charm to get into Harvard Law. At school, she struggles with peers, professors, and Warner Huntington. With the help of Paulette and Emmett, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.


JANE EYRE

April 15 – May 1
Industry Night: April 25th
RATED PG

Music & Lyrics by Paul Gordon
Book by John Caird
Based on the novel by Charlotte Bronte
The haunting retelling of the Charlotte Bronte classic about an orphan girl who grows up to become the governess of Thornfield Hall. There she meets and falls in love with the enigmatic Edward Rochester, an Earl with a dark secret. Having overcome the obstacles brought on by an abusive childhood, the death of a childhood friend and the prejudice inherent in a relationship between two people socially worlds apart, Jane marries Rochester. Her wedding day is marred when she discovers his secret: he already has a wife, a half-crazed lunatic hidden in the attic.


THE GRADUATE
May 27 – June 12
Industry Night: June 6th
RATED R

Adapted by Terry Johnson
Based on the Novel by Charles Webb and
The Motion Picture Screenplay by Calder Willingham & Buck Henry

By Special Arrangement with CanalStudio
A hit in the West End and a popular show on Broadway starring Kathleen Turner, this adaptation brings the inspired movie hit of the Sixties vividly to life on stage. Benjamin Braddock, recent college graduate and prodigal son, returns home and promptly becomes embroiled in an affair with the wife of his father's business partner, one Mrs. Robinson, but soon finds himself falling in love with her daughter, Elaine.



SONDHEIM ON SONDHEIM
A Barn Players Benefit

June 24 - 26
RATED PG - 13

Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Conceived and directed on Broadway by James Lapine
Inspired by a concept by David Kernan

His story. His inspiration, His genius. The tapestry of creativity that characterizes Stephen Sondheim remained largely undiscussed, especially by the man himself, until the creation of Sondheim On Sondheim. Ranging from the beloved to the obscure, the carefully selected two-dozen songs hang from a framework of in-depth video interviews delving into Sondheim's personal life and artistic process. Hailed as a "revelatory revue full of wonderful moments" and a "funny, affectionate and revealing tribute to musical theater's greatest living composer and lyricist," Sondheim On Sondheim is an intimate portrait of the famed songwriter in his own words... and music. Through the use of exclusive interview footage, audiences get an inside look at famed composer Stephen Sondheim's personal life and artistic process.



THE ELEPHANT MAN

July 29 – August 14
Industry Night: August 8th
RATED PG - 13

By Bernard Pomerance
Based on the life of John Merrick, who lived in London during the latter part of the nineteenth century, a horribly deformed young man, victim of rare skin and bone diseases, has become the star freak attraction in traveling side shows. Found abandoned and helpless, he is admitted to London's prestigious Whitechapel hospital. Under the care of celebrated young physician Frederick Treves, Merrick is introduced to London society and slowly evolves from an object of pity to an urbane and witty favorite of the aristocracy and literati only to be denied his ultimate dream, to become a man like any other.


NICE WORK IF YOU CAN GET IT

November 4 - 20
Industry Night: November 14th
RATED PG

Music by George Gershwin / Lyrics by Ira Gershwin
Book by Joe DiPietro
Inspired by Material by Guy Bolton and P. G. Wodehouse
Set in the 1920s, the musical is the story of charming and wealthy playboy Jimmy Winter, who meets rough female bootlegger Billie Bendix the weekend of his wedding. Jimmy, who has been married three (or is it four?) times before, is preparing to marry Eileen Evergreen, a self-obsessed modern dancer. Thinking Jimmy and Eileen will be out of town, Billie and her gang hide cases of alcohol the basement of Jimmy's Long Island mansion. But when Jimmy, his wife-to-be and her prohibitionist family show up at the mansion for the wedding, Billie and her cohorts pose as servants, causing hijinks galore.


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


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