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Reactor: Simple Clean Efficient By Brenda Varda
Collab :: Wordspace
Dates: 1/21, 1/22, 2/1, 2/2, 2/3, 2/18, 2/19, 2/29, 3/1, 3/2
Times: 8 p.m. on Wednesday – Saturday, 5 p.m. on Sunday
You want your power and you want it now: under the bright domes of SONGS, the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, Reactor explores our collective complicity with nuclear reactors. With an impractical physicist father and a by-the-book engineer mother, Ellie struggles to comprehend the current nuclear fission-fusion debate and repair her family’s fissure. She dreams her way around the world to find atomic truths, meeting babushkas and manzai, but the further she goes on this impossible tour, the harder it is to know whether the solution is the one at hand or one yet to be dreamed.
ARTISTS:
Brenda Varda, Playwright/Director
Diana Wyenn, Movement
Alyssa Ishii, Sound Design
Matt Mellinger, Video Design
J Warner, Stage Manager
Shirley Anderson, Dramaturge
Cast (in alpha):
Mikhail Blokh, Reena Dutt, Lise Hart, Daisuke Suzuki, Lu Vasquez and Diana Wyenn.
www.sonofsemele.org or 213-351-3507
Ebony Repertory Theatre production of
A RAISIN IN THE SUN by Lorraine Hansberry
Directed by Phylicia Rashad
http://www.centertheatregroup.org/tickets/productiondetail.aspx?id=15946
Kirk Douglas Theatre (downtown Culver City)
9820 Washington Blvd.
Culver City, CA 90232
NOW – Feb 19, 2012
“…changed American Theatre forever.”
- The New York Times
Now — some 50 years later — A RAISIN IN THE SUN is every bit as potent, poignant and intrepid in this triumphant revival directed by Phylicia Rashad.
A life insurance policy becomes a catalyst that will forever transform the lives of an African-American family living on the south side of Chicago, as they consider buying a house in Clybourne Park. Their shared dream of a better life collides with conflicting aspirations, betrayal, and racism.
This classic shines an unflinching spotlight on America’s struggle to overcome its past. It pays tribute to those courageous enough to shape a future filled with an abiding faith in the fundamental decency and unlimited capacity of the human spirit.
In her Los Angeles directorial debut, Phylicia Rashad (who won the 2004 Tony Award® for Best Actress for A RAISIN IN THE SUN) brings heart, soul and a flawless cast to a production the L.A. Times says “seems more timely with each passing decade.”
GOD’S EAR by Jenny Schwartz
January 14 – February 19, 2012. Fri & Sat ,8p; Sun 7p
Zephyr Theatre
7456 Melrose Ave.
W. Hollywood, CA 90046
(btw Gardner & Vista)
http://www.echotheatercompany.com
When a couple suffers a tragic accident, their grief propels them into a fantastical world where the Tooth Fairy sings, their Flight Attendant is a cross dresser and GI Joe offers family counseling. It’s a lyrically absurd journey of love, loss and laughter.
GOD’S EAR – an LA Premiere, presented by The Echo Theater Company
directed by Rory Kozoll, with: Troy Blendell, Paul Caramagno, Alana Dietze, Andrea Grano, Tara Karsian, Amanda Saunders, Jeremy Shranko & Jarrett Worley
Tickets $25. http://www.echotheatercompany.com
INNOCENT FLESH written and directed by Kenyetta Lethridge
Jan 17, 18, 24, 25, 31, and Feb 1 (TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS)
Feb 8, 9, 15, 16 (WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS)
ZEPHYR THEATRE | 7456 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, CA 90046 | 323-642-7606
http://about.me/innocentfleshtheplay
Innocent Flesh is written in a multi-layered style that uses poetry, dance, and a modern take on the classic Greek Chorus to express the many obstacles that underage prostitutes face. Kenyetta Lethridge, playwright and director,unveils the secrets of how girls from all walks of life can find themselves on the streets, where they sell their bodies to men. It is performed by a cast of four female actors, whose characters end up in “the life. Their stories deal with love, abandonment, rape, abortion, and molestation. Throughout the play, each character’s poignant cry for self-worth seems to fill a bottomless void with love. One by one, their hardened façades melt to reveal soft and vulnerable spirits.
This amazing and provocative play is heading off-Broadway, Winter 2012.
http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/218554
NEW EYES by Yafit Josephson and Suzanne Bressler
Announcing yet ANOTHER EXTENSION!
Taking a break for the rest of December, then — restarting!
Sundays, January 22 through February 26 at 7 pm
at the Odyssey Theatre
Odyssey Theatre
2055 S. Sepulveda Blvd.
West LA, CA 90025
Free parking on Sundays!
Produced by Eliad Josephson
Directed by Sammie Wayne
NEW EYES tells the true story of Yafit Josephson, a young woman living in Israel who joins the Israeli army to serve heroically for her country. Upon completing her service, she moves to Los Angeles to follow her dream of becoming an actress but finds herself constantly cast only as a Middle Eastern villain.
Just as her native country wrestles with the world’s false perceptions, Yafit must decide how far she’s willing to go to challenge, change, or accept how others see her, and what she is willing to risk to fulfill her dreams and destiny. NEW EYES explores universal themes of self-esteem, family, identity and cultural differences. Yafit Josephson portrays over 18 characters from over 5 different countries as she conveys her riveting and uplifting story, as she sees the world, and it sees her, through NEW EYES. See a trailer here:
THE WATER’S EDGE by Theresa Rebeck
Previews: Jan. 17 and Jan. 19, 8 pm
Show: January 20-March 10, Fri/Sat. @ 8pm, Sundays @ 2pm
The Road Theatre Company
5108 Lankershim
North Hollywood, CA 91601
www.roadtheatre.org
Directed by Sam Anderson
Tickets: $25
street parking – ALLOW TIME
With theatrical imagery and heightened emotions, this profound one act play leaves the impact of a grand Greek Tragedy. A father comes home after a 17 year absence with his new girlfriend in tow. His wife, displeased and scorned, decides to take matters into her own hands. But what happens when people believe that the only way to heal is to hurt? Tickets: At website, www.roadtheatre.org or 866.506.1248
GOD OF CARNAGE by Yasmina Reza
Jan 24-Feb 19
Thurs, Fri & Sat@ 8pm; Sundays @ 2pm
International City Theatre at the Long Beach Performing Arts Center
300 East Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802
THE KING OF THE DESERT by STACEY MARTINO
Fridays and Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 7:00 p.m.
January 27 – February 12, 2012
Casa 0101; 2101 East First Street; Los Angeles, CA 90033
www.casa0101.org and www.thekingofthedesert.com
Josefina López, Founder/Artistic Director, Casa 0101 and David Llauger-Meiselman, Artistic Director, American Latino Theatre, in association with Stacey Martino, Founder/Artistic Director, CoActive Content present Martino’s critically acclaimed play, “The King of the Desert,” starring René Rivera, under the direction of Sal Romeo. The play depicts a Mexican American boy’s journey through self-actualization. Tickets range from $15 – $20; please see website for details.
323-263-7684; tickets@casa0101.org; www.casa0101.org
EL NOGALAR by TANYA SARACHO
Jan 28 – Mar 11
Thurs, Fri & Sat @ 8pm; Sundays @ 2pm
The Fountain Theatre
5060 Fountain Ave.
Los Angeles CA 90029
www.fountaintheatre.com
West Coast premiere of Tanya Saracho’s tale of humor and heartache in a changing Mexico. Inspired by Anton Chekhov’s classic The Cherry Orchard this reinterpretation charts a Mexican family’s experience as their way of life is threatened by encroaching drug cartels, violence and economic upheaval. Set in present-day Northern Mexico and infused with Spanish, Spanglish and Espanglés, it’s a comical and moving story about the choice between adapting to the changing world or being left behind.
Opening Night (January 28): $34
Thursdays and Fridays: $25
Saturdays and Sundays: $30
Seniors over 62 (Thursdays and Fridays only): $23
Students (Thursdays and Fridays only, with ID): $18
Previews: $15
PH: 323-663-1525
West Coast Premiere of SLITHER by Carson Kreitzer
February 9 to March 4, 2012
Hollywood Forever Cemetery’s Masonic Lodge, 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, CA
Preview on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 8pm, Opening Friday, February 10, 2012 at 8pm and run Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 7pm until March 4, 2012. No performance on Sunday, February 26th
Los Angeles, CA, January 5, 2012 – The award-winning Chalk Repertory Theatre returns to Hollywood Forever Cemetery to open its 2012 Season with the West Coast Premiere of Slither by Carson Kreitzer directed by Casey Stangl. Performances will run for a limited engagement, February 9-March 4, 2012 in the Masonic Lodge of the Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
Intertwining like snakes, the tales of four women illuminate the ever-shifting relationship between women, power, and religion in the play Slither by award-winning playwright Carson Kreitzer. Through the love and survival of a carnival snake dancer, a preacher’s wife, a Cretan priestess, and Eve, the mother of us all, Kreitzer gives a fresh look at the cultural relationship between snakes and women, and the beauty within us all.
“I have always been fascinated with snakes. Somehow in the Judeo-Christian heritage they have come to be associated with evil, whereas in other cultures they are sacred. I wanted to look at that complicated history of women and snakes, how blame is assigned, and how we can start to move beyond all that.” ~Carson Kreitzer, Playwright
Under the direction of nationally-recognized director, Casey Stangl, Slither will feature Chalk Rep founding members Amy Ellenberger and Teri Reeves as well as Lina Patel, Brian Slaten, Inger Tudor, and Tobie Windham.
All performances will take place at the Hollywood Forever Cemetery’s Masonic Lodge located at 6000 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, CA. Tickets will go on sale Wednesday, January 11, 2012 and can be purchased through the Chalk Rep website at www.ChalkRep.com. Group sales can be arranged by calling 323-274-7737.
BRILLIANT TRACES by Cindy Lou Johnson
Friday, February 3rd to Sunday, March 11, 2012
Friday, Saturday at 8pm; Sunday at 2:30pm
The Lounge 2 Theatre, 6201 Santa Monica Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90067
http://brillianttracesplay.com/
Directed by John Hindman
Produced by Caitlin R. Campbell
80 West Productions~ written by Cindy Lou Johnson.
Scenic Design ~ Zachary B. Guiler
Lighting Design~ Elizabeth Godley
Sound Design ~ Jeff Polunas
Costume Design ~ Alex Bair & Claudia Gomez
Props ~ Tamara Becker
Assistant Director ~ Jessica Cymerman
Graphic Design ~ Liam Carl Design
Stage Manager ~ Alyssa Escalante
With: Tessa Ferrer & Andy Wagner
Preview, Thur., Feb. 2 at 8pm – $15 ticket
Opening Gala, Fri. Feb. 3 at 8pm – $30 ticket
Performances Friday, Saturday night at 8pm; Sunday matinee at 2pm
http://www.plays411.com/brillianttraces
ONE NIGHT ONLY!
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Native Voices at the Autry
Native Voices First Look Series
HUNKA a new play by Larissa FastHorse (Sicangu Lakota Nation)
Join us for a staged reading of Hunka by award-winning playwright Larissa Fasthorse. The reading will be followed by a talk-back with the playwright and director.
Directed by Laurie Woolery
Sunday, February 12,
2:30–4:30 p.m.
Free
Join us for a staged reading of Hunka by award-winning playwright Larissa FastHorse. A gritty, funny, and poignant story, the play explores notions of family, teen pregnancy, adoption, and responsibility. It questions our view of the past and future, whether we can be redeemed from our mistakes, and if we really want to be. The reading will be followed by a talk-back with the playwright and director.
Native Voices at the Autry is devoted to developing and producing new works for the stage by Native American playwrights. It was established in 1999 to provide a supportive and collaborative setting for Native American playwrights and actors from across the U.S. and Canada to both develop their work and see it fully realized. Since 1999, Native Voices has produced Urban Tattoo, Jump Kiss, The Buz’Gem Blues, Please Do Not Touch the Indians, Kino & Teresa, Stone Heart, The Red Road, The Berlin Blues, SUPER INDIAN, Teaching Disco Square Dancing to Our Elders: A Class Presentation, and Wings of Night Sky, Wings of Morning Light. In addition, Native Voices has held over 70 workshops and public staged readings of new plays by Native American playwrights featuring Native American actors.
LARISSA FASTHORSE (Sicangu Lakota Nation*) was awarded the 2010 National Endowment for the Arts Distinguished New Play Development Grant for Fancy Dancer with Children’s Theatre Company. Current commissions include Kennedy Center Theatre for Young Audiences, Cornerstone Theatre, and Cherokee Historical Association Mountainside Theatre. FastHorse is a member of the Center Theatre Group’s Writers Workshop and part of the inaugural Café Bohemia series at Arizona Theatre Company. Past productions include Teaching Disco Square Dancing to Our Elders: A Class Presentation for Native Voices at the Autry and Average Family for Children’s Theatre Company. Both titles were published in 2011. FastHorse also developed the musicals Serra Springs and Different Does Not Mean the Same with Native Voices. She is represented by Jonathan Mills at Paradigm–NY and lives in Santa Monica with her husband, sculptor Edd Hogan. www.hoganhorsestudio.com
LAURIE WOOLERY is the Associate Artistic Director of Cornerstone Theater Company. As a director and playwright, she has collaborated on many new works including A Man Comes to Fowler, Jason in Eureka, For All Time, A Holtville Night’s Dream, and 3/7/11: A Lincoln Heights Tale. Recently, Woolery directed The Language Archive by Julia Cho at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. She has also directed Amor Eterno—Six Lessons in Love (an anthology by six Latino playwrights) for the opening of the Ricardo Montalban Theatre, and Reflecting Back at the Los Angeles Central Library as part of the National Tour of the American Originals exhibition. As a director, playwright, educator, and actor, Woolery has worked at South Coast Repertory, Mark Taper Forum, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Inge Center for the Arts, Denver Center, Los Angeles Theatre Center, Ricardo Montalban Theatre, Deaf-West Theatre, fofo Theatre, Highways Performance Space, and Sundance Playwrights Lab, as well as the Sundance Children’s Theatre. Cornerstone Theater Company commissioned her solo play Salvadorian Moon/African Sky for its citywide Festival of Faith. Several of her plays — Scouting Reality, Bliss, The Hundred Dresses and Orphan Train: The Lost Children — have received world premieres at South Coast Repertory. Woolery is on faculty at Citrus College and California State University at Northridge and serves on the boards of the Latino Producers Action Network, Network of Ensemble Theaters, and the Children’s Theatre Foundation of America.
NATIVE VOICES AT THE AUTRY is the country’s only Equity theatre company dedicated exclusively to producing new works by Native American playwrights. The company has been hailed by critics as “a virtual who’s who of American Indian theatre artists,” “a hot bed for contemporary Native theatre,” “deeply compelling” and “a powerful and eloquent voice.” Native Voices, which provides a supportive, collaborative setting for Native theatre artists from across North America, was established as a resident company at The Autry National Center in 1999. It is widely respected in both the Native American and theatre communities for its breakthrough plays and diverse programming showcasing unique points of view within the more than 500 Native American nations in North America. Deeply committed to developing new works by beginning, emerging and established Native playwrights from across North America and seeing them fully realized, Native Voices has presented fully staged productions of 19 critically acclaimed new plays, including 14 world premieres, 8 Playwrights Retreats and 18 New Play Festivals, and more than 150 workshops and public staged readings of new plays. Native Voices is led by Founder/Producing Artistic Director Randy Reinholz (Choctaw*) and Founder/Producing Executive Director Jean Bruce Scott and maintains successful long-term relationships with New York’s The Public Theater, Native American Public Telecommunications (NAPT), Washington’s Kennedy Center, The National Museum of the American Indian and La Jolla Playhouse.
THE AUTRY NATIONAL CENTER, formed in 2003 by the merger of the Autry Museum of Western Heritage with the Southwest Museum of the American Indian and the Women of the West Museum, is an intercultural history center dedicated to exploring and sharing the stories, experiences, and perceptions of the diverse peoples of the American West. Located in Griffith Park, the Autry’s collection of over 500,000 pieces of art and artifacts, which includes the collection of the Southwest Museum of the American Indian, is one of the largest and most significant in the United States. The Autry Institute includes two research libraries: the Braun Research Library and the Autry Library. Exhibitions, public programs, K–12 educational services, and publications are designed to examine critical issues of society, offering insights into solutions and the contemporary human condition through the Western historical experience.
NATIVE VOICES AT THE AUTRY is located at The Autry National Center, 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA, 90027-1462. For reservations or additional information, call 323 667-2000, ext. 299 or visit www.NativeVoicesattheAutry.org.
EDITORS, PLEASE NOTE: CALENDAR LISTING
WHO: Native Voices at the Autry, America’s leading Native American theatre company
WHAT: First Look Series: Plays in Progress
Reading of Hunka by playwright Larissa FastHorse (Sicangu Lakota Nation*)
Directed by Laurie Woolery
Executive Producers: Randy Reinholz (Choctaw*) and Jean Bruce Scott
WHEN:
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:30 pm
WHERE:
Wells Fargo Theater
The Autry National Center
4700 Western Heritage Way
Los Angeles, CA 90027-1462
TICKET PRICES:
FREE
INFO:
323 667-2000, ext. 299
www.NativeVoicesattheAutry.org
onstage | 
July 14, 2010 8:00 am
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