Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Cast lists, directors announced for ETC "Evening of New Plays" on Dec. 6 & 7

Here's the cast lists and directors for the Naples Players’ ETC…Readers’ Theatre "Evening of New Plays."

Public readings of the four finalists' plays will be 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 and Saturday, Dec. 7 at Sugden Community Theatre. A reception follows the Friday show. For tickets ($10), call 239-263-7990 or contact the box office.

Complete press release below.



AUDITION: "An Evening of Radio Theater" at BIG ARTS Community Players

The BIG ARTS Community Players will hold open auditions for "An Evening of Radio Theater" at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 and 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5.

Auditions will be held in Schein Performance Hall in the BIG ARTS complex, located at 900 Dunlop Road on Sanibel. Actors should bring a headshot, resume and be prepared to do a cold reading from the script.

"An Evening of Radio Theater" will stage selections from "The Bickersons" and "Dragnet." Radio jingles and songs from the Andrews Sisters will also feature.

For more information, or to inquire about directing or volunteer positions, contact Shirley Jewell at srjewell@embarqmail.com.

Complete press release below.


Friday, November 15, 2013

Review: DEAD MAN'S CELL PHONE at Edison College

Marcus Colon (Gordon) and
Jesenia Rodriguez (Jean)
in "Dead Man's Cell Phone."
Ring. Ring. Ring. That's Edison College calling. Students act, design, costume and produce "Dead Man's Cell Phone." You should answer. Smart, well-acted, intelligent and just $10. And yes, certainly rough in spots. It's a college show. But consider: does that little slab of glass and circuits in your pocket bring you closer to other people? Or does it allow you to create your own little bubble of reality? Standout performances from Elliott Ashton as "Hermia" and Meghan Carrasquillo as "The Other Woman."

"Dead Man's Cell Phone" rings through Nov. 28. Shows are 8 p.m. Thursday - Saturday, (2 p.m. matinées Nov. 16 & 23) in the Edison Black Box (L119-B). Tickets ($10, $5 students) at the door or http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/470702.


Read the full review here: http://www.naplesnews.com/news/2013/nov/15/review-edison-college-dead-mans-cell-phone-ruhl/

Bonus:
Read my review of the December 2010 Theatre Conspiracy production of "Dead Man's Cell Phone"

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

"How I Became A Pirate" sets sail on the high seas through November at Broadway Palm

AARRRRGH matey! "How I Became A Pirate" is playing selected performances October 25 through November 22, 2013 at Broadway Palm. 

When Jeremy Jacobs’ exceptional skills for building sand castles and digging moats earned him an invitation to join Braid Beard’s pirate crew, Jeremy thinks the pirate life is for him. Until he realizes that the simple things in life, like a kiss and a warm tucking in at night, are those that are most important. 

Ticket prices for the buffet and the show are only $18 for all ages. Call (239) 278-4422 or www.BroadwayPalm.com.

Complete press release below.


 AHOY! BROADWAY PALM CHILDREN’S THEATRE PRESENTS “HOW I BECAME A PIRATE”!

Broadway Palm Children’s Theatre presents How I Became A Pirate playing October 25*, 27, 29* and November 1*, 2, 5*, 8*, 10, 12*, 15*, 19*, 22*, 2013.  How I Became A Pirate was adapted for the stage by award-winning composers, lyricists and playwrights Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman and is based on the best-selling children’s book written by Melinda Long and illustrated by David Shannon.

            When Jeremy Jacobs’ exceptional skills for building sand castles and digging moats earned him an invitation to join Braid Beard’s pirate crew, Jeremy thinks the pirate life is for him. Until he realizes that the simple things in life, like a kiss and a warm tucking in at night, are those that are most important.  Set sail for a fun-filled journey as Jeremy learns that the most important things in life are worth more than buried treasure.  A story of adventure and finding one’s own heart – a path that can’t be found on any treasure map.
          
 Broadway Palm Children’s Theatre presents full-scale productions that are great for all ages.  All performances begin with a buffet at noon and show time at 1:00 pm. (except where indicated*, lunch is at 10:30am and the show is at 11:30am.) The chef’s special buffet includes children’s favorites like chicken nuggets, tacos, french fries, pizza, pasta and more.

AARRRRGH matey! How I Became A Pirate is playing selected performances October 25 through November 22, 2013 at Broadway Palm.  Ticket prices for the buffet and the show are only $18 for all ages. Group rates are available for parties of 20 or more.  Tickets are now on sale and can be reserved by calling (239) 278-4422, by visiting www.BroadwayPalm.com, or by stopping by the box office at 1380 Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers.

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

BIG ARTS early bird ticket specials end Oct. 31

Hey ya'll. "Time is running out" - their words - to save some money on BIG ARTS tickets. If you're going over the causeway, at least save some cash (and go get coffee at the Sanibel Bean!).

The Early Bird Special (which I received, or at least should have) offers a 25% discount on select BIG ARTS and Herb Strauss Theater packages and some individual tickets.

Tickets may be purchased online at www.BIGARTS.org, by calling BIG ARTS Marks Box Office at 239-395-0900 or Herb Strauss Theater Box Office (239) 472-6862 and at BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, FL 33957.

Complete press release below.


SANIBEL, FL. (October 22, 2013) — Time is running out to take advantage of the new discounts celebrating BIG ARTS' 35th anniversary season, including the Early Bird Special which features an extra 25% discount off select BIG ARTS and Herb Strauss Theater packages as well as individual tickets. Offering savings up to 40% on select tickets, the Early Bird Special offer expires October 31, 2013. Groups of ten or more are also eligible for special discounts.

The Early Bird discount ticket offer complements another new BIG ARTS marketing initiative launched this season, a special package featuring one adult ticket to all six Herb Strauss Theater opening night performances and the pre-show receptions for just $200, a savings of more than 15%. In addition, the Starfish Grille recently signed on as a marketing partner for the 2013-2104 season and will provide the catering for all of the opening night pre-performance receptions at Herb Strauss Theater. 

The Herb Strauss Theater opening night performances:
• Saturday, November 30: Hamlet {solo}
• Thursday, December 19: Holiday Spectacular
• Friday, January 10: Into The Woods
• Thursday, February 20: Defamation
• Friday, March 7: Romance/Romance
• Friday, April 11: The Big Bang

Also new this season, tickets to all Herb Strauss Theater performances as well as the majority of BIG ARTS concerts and performances, are only $5 each for students with valid student ID and for children 17 and under.

Tickets may be purchased online at www.BIGARTS.org, by calling BIG ARTS Marks Box Office at 239-395-0900 or Herb Strauss Theater Box Office (239) 472-6862 and at BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel, FL 33957. Discover more about BIG ARTS, including volunteer opportunities and membership options as well as purchase tickets or learn more about our full season lineup of exhibits, performances, classes and events today.

A non-profit 501(c)3 organization, programming at BIG ARTS is made possible through the generous support of more than 300 dedicated volunteers  and donors as well as our corporate sponsors, such as the 2013-2014 Herb Strauss Theater Season Sponsor, The Sanibel Captiva Trust Company.

Read the preview: "All My Raisins in the Son" at Theatre Conspiracy"

Musical "New Wrinkles" opens Nov. 8 at Firehouse Community Theatre

Musical "New Wrinkles" opens at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 at the Firehouse Community Theatre in LaBelle. For tickets, visit www.firehousecommunitytheatre.com or call the Box Office at 863-675-3066.

Firehouse is offering a WEB FRENZY!!!! special for the Friday, Nov. 8 show. Online-only tickets are available for just $8 - that is a $6 savings. Get 'em while they're hot!