We've been extended! 2 more chances to see RIO by Jeremy Menekseoglu on March 27 & 28th at 8pm! There's something in the water in Hope, Texas, don't miss finding out what drives a man by the Rio to karaoke and murder. Information and tickets: http://www.dreamtheatrecompany.com/now-showing-rio-click-here-to-read-more-about-the-current-production.html
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Excited to open The God Committee with Oil Lamp Theater tonight! We had a wonderful response to our preview last night, and I can't wait to bring this wonderful show to new audiences. Tickets: http://www.oillamptheater.org/current_season.php Here's a write-up from the Glenview section of the Chicago Sun-Times about what you can expect: A real-time drama of life and death decisions presented at Glenview's Oil Lamp Theater I've added a photo section for The God Committee - go take a peek! So far all we have are some promotional and rehearsal shots, but looking forward to more official shots soon. I would also like to take this opportunity to invite you to attend our free preview, Wednesday, March 5. If you are in the theatre, you know how important it is to get a show in front of an audience to really get a feel for it. If you can attend, we'd love to have you. Curtain is at 8pm - no reservation required. - Much love from "Dr. Kierra Banks"! A lovely review & synopsis of RIO in Southside Weekly: WARNING [SPOILERS] - http://southsideweekly.com/drifting-on-the-rio-grande/ And a respectable 3 out of 5 stars from TimeOut Chicago! http://www.timeout.com/chicago/theater/rio Be sure to check out Dream Theatre Company's RIO before time runs out on March 16th! Tickets here: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/572603 Get 1/2 price tickets with special code "Willy" By the way, I am excited to announce that I am officially an "Artistic Associate" of Dream Theatre Company! Looking forward to future collaborations with DTC, especially that one show with the chainsaw..... ;) In other news....there are only SIX DAYS until The God Committee opens at Oil Lamp Theater! It's shaping up to be a real edge-of-your-seat drama, in a TOTALLY different way from RIO. I love how theatre can take you from 80's Texas serial killers to a present day hospital drama about a heart transplant committee. If you can't make the run of the show or are on a tight budget, catch a FREE preview of The God Committee this Wednesday, April 5 at 8pm! No reservation necessary. We'd love to have you there! Tickets for the run of The God Committee: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/501129 Code "God" for $5 off! Get 1/2 price tickets for Sunday and Thursday performances at: http://www.goldstar.com/events/glenview-il/the-god-committee Check out our first review from Northwest Indiana Times! nwitimes.com OFFBEAT: Dream Theatre offers eerily entertaining stage tale 'Rio'Phil Potempa's daily entertainment news column February 22, 2014 12:00 am • By Philip Potempa philip.potempa@nwi.com, (219) 852-4327 Chicago is home to not only a fantastic array of large theater spaces showcasing the talents of actors and actresses from near and far, but also a shining vast selection of gritty storefront theater spaces. Dream Theatre Company, located in the West Loop at 556 W. 18th St. in Chicago, has the most fitting of performance company names. This small, yet mighty, group of creative minds always "dreams" up imaginative stories to bring to life. Their latest offering is called "Rio," by artistic directorJeremy Menekseoglu, with the latter also starring in his own work. It opened on Thursday, Feb. 20, and continues until March 16. With just a cast of four, it grips and captures a range of emotions for audiences who come face to face with the twisted mind of a serial killer. Running just 90 minutes, which includes a 15-minute intermission, "Rio" takes its title because the story is set near the Texas and Mexico border. The lead female character is Mary Graves, a victim of spousal abuse who flees her torment for the uncertainty of an upside-down life without any money or the support of others. Played with depth and substance by young actress Nicole Roberts, this is a character the audience can care about with real concern, a credit to Roberts' performance. Mary finds an unlikely helpful spirit from a hapless drifter named Willy, played by Menekseoglu, who has an uncanny talent for shifting personas (and voices) with precision. Sharing a run-down motel room, as well as each other's problems and passion, the duo find themselves emerged in a world of reckless abandon, both morally and spiritually. Alif Muhammad, who gives the weakest of the four performances, plays an officer investigating a recent series of horrific murders of Mexican immigrants. The standout performance of this production is actress Candace Kitchens, who plays Beth, a crass, brash motel maid. With a perpetually disheveled appearance in her uniform, topped off by a shock of hair, Kitchens and her letter-perfect performance are worth the price of this ticket. I see plenty of plays, week after week. This is one I would see a second time just because of Kitchens' entertaining turn as Beth. With a balance of talent, as directed by Laura Gouin and some great costume choices by Megan Merrill, tickets are $10 to $15 at dreamtheatrecompany.com. We are less than two weeks from opening night, and tickets are now on sale for Rio! This play will definitely shake you out of this Chicago freeze. Also, you can do karaoke in the lobby before the show while drinking a screwdriver....you know, to get you in the right mindset for the show ;) Tickets - Student/Industry discounts available! You are invited to join Dream Theatre Company Season 12 "don't call me sunshine" or "the gingers" Gala Event Sat. Feb 1st from 6pm - 10pm See the announcement of this season's plays, meet the artists, sneak peek at designs, eat snacks, drink drinks, dream Dream Theatre, dress up or costumes welcomed. Free admission! RSVP: annainthedarkness@gmail.com (And yes, that's me in the upper left wielding a chainsaw ;) ) 6 plays: 6 writers 6 directors a cast of actresses THEATRE OF WOMEN (TOW) is Dream Theatre Company's annual play festival consisting of ten minute plays written, rehearsed and performed in a span of 24 hours that celebrates the actress as performing artist. Dream Theatre Company's focus on the actress as artist and lead is apparent in all of their productions. The idea behind the creation of TOW was to push the art of acting through the examination of the actress in the play. These women are created to be strong, sexy, funny, villains, heroines, demons or even to play men, boys or genderless roles. "They are created so we can show the world that Passion, Strength, Innocence, and Intelligence are traits to be valued and celebrated." Over the years this mission hasn't changed and many artistic relationships and funny, creative scripts have blossomed from these 24 hour festivals. This year we will uphold the traditions of the past while continuing to explore the question: What is it to be a woman in theatre today? EVENT LOCATION: Dream Theatre - 556 West 18th Street PERFORMANCES: 8:00pm & 10:00pm Come see me act in a 10 minute play that was written, rehearsed, and performed in 24 hours! Purchase Tickets After a break for some acting classes at Black Box Acting Studio (level 3 was intense but amazing!) I am back in action!
On the docket: Theatre of Women 24hr Festival! Coming up Saturday 1/25, I will arrive at Dream Theatre at 8am to start working on a 10 minute script that was written the day before. Myself and a group of talented actresses, directors, and playwrights will showcase these scripts by 8pm. Join us for an evening of theatre, with all female casts! Rio I am assistant directing this original script at Dream Theatre Company. Written by and starring artistic director Jeremy Menekseoglu, this show is going to knock some socks off. Scary, funny, and unlike anything else you'll see in Chicago. Laura Gouin has taken me under her wing for this show, and I am excited to learn everything I can from her. The God Committee Throughout March and April you will find me in Glenview at the Oil Lamp Theater performing as Dr. Kierra Banks in "The God Committee" by Mark St. Germain. This ensemble show will be directed by Artistic Director, Keith Gerth, and explores the question of how organ transplant recipients are selected when an organ suddenly becomes available. Think of it as a cross of 12 Angry Men, E.R., and Grey's Anatomy. So thrilled to work with this company for the first time! There are future projects with Dream Theatre on the horizon, and please join us for Dream Theatre's Gala on Feb 1 to announce and celebrate the new season! Love outdoor theatre? Hiking? Hilarious Christmas entertainment and variety acts? Make a tax-deductible donation to Theatre-Hikes Chicago! This is a company that gave me one of my very first acting opportunities in Chicago, so I'm thanking them by volunteering my time to perform in their fundraiser. A Very Irreverent Christmas Carol: Indiegogo Campaign & Fundraiser Celebration In the midst of the holiday season a little levity may be in order. On the Winter Solstice, come join us as we present our version of Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol' a rock spoof on our favorite holiday show. This is our annual fundraiser and our way of saying thanks to our patrons - plus it's an excuse to have Dolly Parton, Bob Marley and Elvis play the ghosts! Join us at on 12/21/13 at 7pm at Evviva Bar & Eatery - 1017 Front Street Lisle, IL 60532, tickets are $30 or a table of 4 for $100 including complimentary beer and wine. Who is Theatre-Hikes? We began in Chicago Almost 15 years ago combining our love of theater and nature as we perform live shows while hiking in great locations like Grant Park, Millenium Park, Pulman State Historic Site, University of Chicago (Rockefeller Chapel) to name a few. We've grown to include Theatre-Hikes Colorado and Theatre-Hikes Los Angeles (slated to begin productions in 2014). |
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