Artist tickets are available for all remaining shows of ‘Twas The Month Before Christmas, including tonight’s 7:30 performance. Come on out and get some Christmas cheer!
For more information, click here: ‘Twas the Month Before Christmas
Come see these three Wise Guys in Doug Jarecki’s delightful Christmas play.
“Twas the Night Before Christmas runs December 15th through the 23rd at Next Act. More info can be found here: http://nextact.org/rental-events/month-before-christmas/
Oh, and Sara’s in it too.
And remember, $10 artist tickets are available for all shows.
Directed by James Fletcher
Featuring John Cramer, Lindsey Gagliano, Doug Jarecki, Mithch Weindorf and Sara Zientek
We’ve put the whole gang back together again for this fabulous show. Two weeks only, December 15 through December 23. Get on it, tickets are selling fast.
‘Twas the Month Before Christmas by Doug Jarecki
Directed by James Fletcher
with John Cramer, Lindsey Gagliano, Doug Jarecki, Mitch Weindorf and Sara Zientek
For more info and ticket reservations: http://nextact.org/rental-events/month-before-christmas/
A FREE summer theatre program!
June 12 – July 22, 2017
Guided by professional teaching artists, you and your peers will spend six weeks creating your very own original theatre piece. This intensive summer theatre workshop includes improvisation exercises, movement and music workshops and much more.
Auditions are open to all Milwaukee area high school students (freshman in fall 2017 to graduating seniors). Auditions are scheduled, by appointment, April 25 and 29, at Next Act Theatre, 255 S. Water St.
To sign up for an audition slot call Next Act Theatre at 414-278-7780 or email nextactors@gmail.com.
255 S Water St | Milwaukee, WI 53204
414.278.7780 | nextactors@gmail.com
Milwaukee Opera Theatre presents:
THE MIKADO
March 16 – 26, 2017
We’re reuniting the original cast for a revival of our mad-cap, smash-hit, 2015 production. Now with even more cowbell! Join us in the town of Titipu for a Mikado like no other!
Directed by Jill Anna Ponasik and Catie O’Donnell
Music Direction by Ruben Piirainen, with special assistance from Michael “Ding” Lorenz
Choreography by James Zager
Featuring
The Mikado: Doug Jarecki
Ko-Ko: Jason Powell
Nanki-Poo: Nathan Wesselowski
Pooh-Bah: Joseph Riggenbach
Pish-Tush: Doug Clemons (March 16, 17, 18, 20, 24, 25 at 7:30)
Kelly Doherty (March 25 at 2:00, March 26)
Katisha: Diane Lane
Yum-Yum: Susan Wiedmeyer
Pitti-Sing: Allison Hull
Peep-Bo: Heidi Boyd
The Ensemble: Alicia York and Kelly Doherty
Location
Next Act Theatre’s Performance Space
255 S Water St., Milwaukee, WI 53204
Performance Dates and Times
Thursday, March 16 at 7:30 PM (Preview)
Friday, March 17 at 7:30 PM (Opening)
Saturday, March 18 at 7:30 PM
Monday, March 20 at 7:30 PM (Industry Night)
Friday, March 24 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, March 25 at 2:00 PM
Saturday, March 25 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, March 26 at 2:00 PM
Tickets
Center (Section 2): $28
Side (Sections 1 & 3): $22
Preview/Industry Night: All seats $18
Tickets available at http://nextact.org/rental-events/mot-mikado/ or 414.278.0765.
Can you believe this team???!!!
Combat Theatre veterans:
Goofy Doug Jarecki
Sexy Allie Bonesho
Inscrutable Drew Brhel
Musical wizard Brian Myers –
WHAT’S NOT TO LIKE?
Plus Carrie Hitchcock, Mary Kababik and Michael Pocaro,
all together in a near-future fantasy called —
HERESY by A.R. Gurney at Next Act Theatre through December 14th.
The story : It’s the year 2020. Looks like the National Guard is in charge of the country. Mary and Joe’s son, Chris, has been spreading an inspirational message that’s making the powers-that-be a little crazy. He’s got new ideas on living that might just shake up the world. Homeland Security’s taken Chris into custody, and his friends and family are trying to get him released. But that might be the most dangerous thing they could do. It turns out that HERESY can be found in many ideas, and you’ve probably had a few of them yourself.
These talented and krazy kids will also bring you the added,
special bonus, world premiere of
THE CRACKDOWN CABARET
In the Crackdown Café, we take a glance at people on the edge of survival, in a world plagued by shortages of resources, morality and gumption (how often do you get to hear that word?). But, and we emphasize, BUT, there is no shortage of humorous sketches, songs and stupidly-funny commercials for your enjoyment. You’ll completely forget about your troubles because you’re laughing so hard at theirs. And that’s really the point, right? Thanks to creators Jarecki and Myers, you’re in for a post-crackdown treat.
Critics crackdown
ADDED BONUS: the critics are saying they don’t like the show. Wow, that’s added value right there! Here’s your chance to tell the critics where to put it, as you put your butt in a Next Act seat to see for yourself. Allie Bonesho says, “People with ‘Combat humor’ are going to love this show.”
Special Combat offer:
So, come on Combat troops: to Next Act Theatre, now through December 14th. And don’t forget to ask for the special offer with promo code, “I love Doug.” Well, you don’t have to say it if it isn’t true, but be sure to ask for the special Combat discount! Discount is 20%.
See you at Next Act! 255 S. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI www.nextact.org 414-278-0765
I’m looking for props people to do my upcoming season.
Could be one person for all the shows, or multiple and we split up the season.
(Last season’s props master had a big schedule change and cannot return.)
-Design Fee per show runs about $1,750.
-Separate Materials budget is available for each production.
All inquiries can come to David Cecsarini cez@nextact.org
NEXT ACT PRODUCTION DATES:
WELCOME HOME, JENNY SUTTER by Julie Marie Myatt
Sept 18 – Oct 12, 2014
Rehearsals Aug 26
Load-in Sept. 15
Preview Sept 18
Opening Sept 19
Closing Oct 12
HERESY by A.R. Gurney
Nov 13 – Dec 7 or Dec 14, 2014
Rehearsals Oct 21
Load-in Nov. 10
Preview Nov 13
Opening Nov 14
Closing Dec 14
NO CHILD by Nilaja Sun
Jan 29 – Feb 22, 2015
Rehearsals Jan 6
Load-in January 26
Preview Jan 29
Opening Jan 30
Closing Feb 22, 2015
TEN QUESTIONS to Ask your Biology Teacher about Evolution by Stephen Massicotte
April 9 – May 3, 2015
Rehearsals March 17
Load-in April 6
Preview April 9
Opening April 10
Closing May 3
Anything you can suggest to get the word out will be appreciated.
Thank you, and good luck with the musical. That’s insane!
-David C.
David A. Cecsarini
Producing Artistic Director
NEXT ACT THEATRE
255 S. Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204 http://www.nextact.org
414-278-7780 ph
414-278-5930 fx
414-940-7780 cell
Hi Folks,
Attached is a film casting notice: they’re auditioning today and tomorrow in our space.
They’ve asked us to pass this on, so I’m asking that favor of you – the people with all the email, Twittery and FBookin’ connections. Please forward to your lists if possible, and obviously soon.
Kish was just here yelling in the rehearsal hall, and we can’t just let him have all the fun!
Thank you.
-David
From: Theresa Boyeson [mailto:castingtb@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 9:03 AM
To: cez@nextact.org
Subject: Can you send out casting notice
Dear David,
This is Theresa Boyeson Kudo, Casting Director for EMOTION. We are at your theatre today casting. We are looking for so many people, especially families. Would you consider sending out our casting call notice to the people in your theatre group? We would really appreciate the help. We are there until 5:00 today and until 7:00 pm tomorrow. We are booked for the first hour tomorrow but we have openings from 12:00. We have Many openings today!
Thanks and see the attached notice. There are many roles and not all are listed.
Thanks again,
Theresa
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Theresa Boyeson Casting
Casting . Makeup . Wardrobe
Madison, WI
608-843-9677
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“Emotion is a film that reveals the interconnectedness of feelings. A journey that celebrates the beauty of everyday life, and the mystery of emotional expression.”
“This film will be on the internet. From there, we often get invited to various screenings around the world (film festivals, talks, colleges etc.) but our starting point will simply be posting it online.”
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THE AGONY AND THE ECSTASY OF STEVE JOBS
By Mike Daisey
Performed by Robby McGhee
Directed by Alan Piotrowicz
Produced by The World’s Stage Theatre Company
May 31st @ 7:30 PM
June 1st @ 7:30 PM
June 2nd @ 2:00 PM
Next Act Theatre space, 255 S. Water Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204.
All tickets are $20 and can be purchased anytime online at www.nextact.org, by phone at 414-278-0765, or in person at the Next Act box office.
For more information on this production, visit at www.stevejobsplay.com.
In The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs, Mike Daisey turns his razor-sharp wit to America’s most mysterious technology icon in a hilarious and harrowing tale of pride, beauty, lust, and industrial design. The piece illuminates how the former CEO of Apple and his obsessions shape our lives, while following the trail all the way to China to investigate the factories where millions toil to make iPhones and iPods. Daisey’s journey shines a light on our love affair with our devices and the human cost of creating them. After over 200 performances in 18 cities over 19 months by its original author, the show has been made available for others to perform and has had over 35 productions and been translated into six languages. With its 2.0 release, The Agony and the Ecstasy of Steve Jobs is now sharper and stronger — the New York Times called it “more powerful, funny, and engaging” than ever — and is ethically made. Of the original production, Michael Moore wrote, “Mike Daisey, in addition to providing us with a riveting, hilarious, but ultimately gut-wrenching piece of theater, may actually end up being singularly responsible for bringing Goliath to its knees.”
