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2009/2010 Season Announced

MaryEthel — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 21:25:18 GMT

) Brüka Theatre announces the 2009/2010 season. Brüka enters the 17th season with plays written by Pulitzer Prize winning authors and northern Nevada premiere productions including original works from the Brüka ensemble and local playwrights. Our opening night audience will enjoy a champagne reception with the cast and crew following the opening Friday night performance. In an effort to create conversation and participation with our community, we will also feature talks with the company following most Sunday matinees.

The season opens with the mind bending and humorous play The Architect and The Emperor Of Assyria, written by Ferdinand Arrabal, directed by Tom Plunkett (October 2 – 30). Just in time for the holidays comes a charmingly blasphemous Yuletide tale The Weber Family Christmas by Fratelli Bologna, directed by Rodney Hurst, winner of the San Francisco Dramalogue award. In the spring, Pulitzer prize winning play Angels In America, Millennium Approaches by Tony Kushner, directed by Dave Anderson (February 19 – March 20, 2010); The Book of Liz written by The Talent Family of David and Amy Sedaris, directed by Jim Martin (April 9 - May 1, 2010) and the broad and ridiculous Great American Trailer Park The Musical written by David Nehls and Betsy Kelso, directed by Mary Bennett (May 14 – June 19, 2010). Androo Allen directs the Dog Sees God by Bert V. Royal, as part of the Artown festival (July 2 – July 31, 2010)

Offered in our sub-Brüka space Bug by Pulitzer prize winning author Tracey Letts, directed by David Richards (January 15 – January 30, 2010); An original work, created by The Brüka Ensemble Love Squared lead by Stacey Spain and Holly Natwora (February 11 - 14, 2010); Also Four Original Play Readings written and performed by various authors and actors (throughout the season); Brüka’s Theatre for Children is back with another installation in the Grimm’s Project, Grimm’s Adaptations II, with public performances (April, 2010) touring schools and communities (April – July, 2010): and we will celebrate Halloween at our 12th annual Freakers Ball, costume party extravaganza (October 31, 2009 – 9 pm).

Season subscriptions are now available for the eight shows and variety of events offered by Brüka. Subscribing has been long considered the single most cost-efficient way to see theater and support the company as they embark on the many costs of producing a new season. You can also become a friend of Brüka to show your support. Information is available on the website at www.bruka.org

BRÜKA THEATRE 2009/2010 EXPANDED INFORMATION

FULL DATES -
THE ARCHITECT AND THE EMPEROR OF ASSYRIA
OCT 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 2009 @ 8 PM MAT OCT 18 @ 2 PM

FREAKERS BALL 12 MUSIC*MAGIC*MASQUERADE*MAYHEM
SATURDAY ~ OCTOBER 31, 2009 DOORS OPEN @ 9 PM

THE WEBER FAMILY CHRISTMAS
NOV 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 27, 28 DEC 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11,12, 16, 17, 18, 19, 2009 @ 8 PM
MAT NOV 29 & DEC 13 @ 2 PM

BUG - JAN 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29, 30, 2010 @ 8 PM MAT JAN 24 @ 2 PM

LOVE SQUARED – FOUR ORIGINAL WORKS
FEB 11, 12, 13, 2010 @ 8 PM MAT FEB 14 @ 2 PM

ANGELS IN AMERICA
FEB 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 MAR 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 2010 @ 8 PM MAT FEB 21 @ 2 PM

BRÜKA THEATRE FOR CHILDREN - GRIMM’S ADAPTATIONS II
(PUBLIC PERFORMANCES) APRIL 22, 23, 24, 2010 @ 10 AM

THE BOOK OF LIZ
APR 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 MAY 1 @ 8 PM
MAT APR 18 @ 2 PM

THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL
MAY 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29 JUNE 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19@ 8 PM
MAT MAY 16 & JUNE 13 @ 2 PM

DOG SEES GOD
JULY 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31 @ 8 PM MAT JULY 18 @ 2 PM

SEASON TICKET PRICES -
PATRON GOLD - $14O - ALL ADMITTANCE, RESERVED SEATING
PATRON- $90 – SEVEN SHOWS
THURSDAY ONLY -$80 – THURSDAY NIGHT ONLY, SEVEN SHOWS

About Brüka Theatre
Entering its 17th season in downtown Reno, Brüka has been named “Best Theatre Company” by The News and Review thirteen years running. Brüka Theatre is a leader in the region, recognized for its artists, productions and theatre for children series since it’s founding in 1992. Central to its commitment is the reinvestigation of contemporary and classic plays and developing new plays within Brüka’s artistic collective, which include winners of the Nevada Arts Council and Sierra Arts Foundation artist grants and local best actor honors. Brüka is a non- equity and not-for-profit theater company that has produced over 80 shows and enjoys two performance spaces, the main stage, with its unique couch seating holds 64 and the sub-Brüka space seats 44 in its downtown Reno location. 2009/2010 Season tickets are now on sale. Go to the website at www.bruka.org.

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Improv class

EllenR — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:37:05 GMT

f you want to stretch as an actor, a comedian, a teacher, a person, whatever, improv is a wonderful tool.

Empire Improv will be starting up a series of beginning improv classes this summer.

Check out their website: www.empireimprov.com

or if you are interested in the class you can email the teacher directly: michael@empireimprov.com

the classes will run 8 weeks on Mondays from 7pm-10pm and will cost $200.

Although this is billed as beginning you are welcome to come and rediscover improv if you have already done it.

I will post more info as if becomes available to me.
posted by: Ellen

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change

EllenR — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 00:05:05 GMT

http://www.newsreview.com/reno/content?oid=1063728

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Improv Shows!

EllenR — Thu, 21 May 2009 19:16:10 GMT

http://agbinternational.com/home/empire_improv/shows.php

Next show is scheduled for May 29th at the First United Methodist Church of Reno!

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Free Improv Workshop!

EllenR — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 07:02:31 GMT

Empire Improv— Free Improv Workshops
The workshops will focus on improv basics and they will be a great learning experience for actors, improvisers, or anyone who wants to become more comfortable speaking in public. Though the workshops will focus on improv basics, they will also provide excellent tools for any level of improviser. If you are interested in taking Empire’s next Level 1 intro to improv class, the workshops will be a great opportunity to see what studying with Empire Improv is like. No prior improv experience needed. Come on out, because it is fun to make it up as you go along.
Where: First United Methodist Church 209 First Street
Downtown Reno across the St. from Java Jungle
When: 8/10/2009 7:00pm to 9:00pm and 8/17/09 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Cost: Nothing
Age: As long as you are in High School and comfortable working with all adults, you are welcome to attend.
Please email michael@empireimprov.com to secure your spot in the workshop, space will be limited to 20 students.
If you are interested learning more about Empire Improv's Next Level 1 intro to improv class, starting 8/24/09, please email or visit empireimprov.com. Space is limited.

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"Seascape"

EllenR — Sat, 09 May 2009 07:47:19 GMT

Good Luck Macbeth is holding auditions for Edward Albee's "Seascape" on Sunday, May 10th & Monday, May 11th @7pm. You are encouraged, but not required, to come both nights.

We need two men and two women.

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

209 W. 1st Street, across the street from Java Jungle, downtown Reno
2nd floor (enter via outside stairs)

775-322-3716
www.goodluckmacbeth.org
info@goodluckmacbeth.org

The show will run in July (Artown).

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Auditions for "Chapter Two"

EllenR — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 06:40:18 GMT

Good Luck Macbeth's 1st official season continues with Neil Simon's charming comedy, "Chapter Two".

We are holding auditions on March 1st & March 2nd @6:30pm: 209 W. 1st Street, 2nd floor of the First United Methodist Church of Reno.

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

We need two men and two women.

Performances in May.

More info at info@goodluckmacbeth.org
or call 775-322-3716

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At the Studio on 4th...

EllenR — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 03:29:56 GMT

Note: This is for 18 years +
Kids under 18 NOT APPROPRIATE

Don't miss these two great FREE shows, created by Studio on 4th resident comedienne Jes Levatter: The Art Bar Cabaret (Nov. 19), and Metacomedy and the Art of Coming Out (Nov 21).

More information below, or log onto www.homesliceproductions.com

Homeslice Productions and The Studio on 4th present the debut of "The Art Bar Cabaret"-- Reno 's Premier Charity Variety Show! This FREE show, debuting Wed. Nov 19th at 8pm, has the integrity of an open-mic in the sense that ALL participants are local artists, but there are only 7 acts "competing" to see who can raise the most money for charity. The audience "votes" by donating to their favorite act, and at the end of the show whoever has raised the most money gets to choose the charity to donate to, AND becomes the featured act/host of the next Art Bar Cabaret. (think: " Reno 's Got Talent" meets classy cabaret setting).
November 19th's show features creativity in the form of: Singing, Dancing, Comedy, Magic, Juggling, Spoken word, and more!
Come out and support local artists, local charities, and unique Reno entertainment.
[Note: If you are interested in performing in the next Art Bar Cabaret, please attend this first show and talk to our fabulous Mistress of Ceremonies, Jes. Or, email homesliceproductions@gmail.com]

"Metacomedy and the Art of Coming Out" by Jes Levatter, Metaphysical Comedienne and Scholar, is a hilarious and inspirational PowerPoint Presentation about comedy, philosophy, and the meaning of life. "Everyone's life has a purpose, this is mine." Learn to know yourself, love yourself, and be yourself.

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Irma Vep

EllenR — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 21:58:19 GMT

You mean Irma Vep doesn't even have a posting here on tribe? Wow.

Well, I'm really looking forward to seeing it next weekend! Yes, I do have my ticket. I finally became a non-slacker for a day.

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Auditions for "Love Song"

EllenR — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:56:21 GMT

Reno Little Theater will hold auditions for John Kolvenbach's quirky dark comedy "Love Song" on Monday, April 13th and Tuesday, April 14th @7pm. You are encouraged but not required to come both nights of auditions. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

They will be held at the Reno Little Theater rehearsal hall at 246 E. Arroyo between Wells and Holcomb. It is off the parking lot through the gate if you have not been before.

Director Amanda Alvey is looking for 2 men, 2 women and one person.

The show will run late May, early June for three weekends.

More info at www.renolittletheater.org or call 775-329-0661
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Does anyone actually come to Tribe anymore?

TomPlunkett — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 02:45:33 GMT

Just asking, I haven't been here in months

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Auditions for "Waiting for Godot"

EllenR — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 03:45:05 GMT

Good Luck Macbeth is holding open auditions for Samuel Beckett's "Waiting for Godot".

Sunday, November 23 @7pm & Monday, November 24 @7pm.

You don't need to come both nights of auditions but you are welcome to. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

209 W. First St.--2nd floor of the First United Methodist Church in downtown Reno.

All parts are open and even though it is usually a traditionally male show please don't hesitate to audition if you are female.
If you are good and wow us your gender should not be an issue!

The show will run in February, 2009.

www.goodluckmacbeth.org

or call 322-3716 for more info or message me!

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Theater coverage in Reno

EllenR — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 08:33:25 GMT

an overview of the theater scene in Reno & environs in the RN&R:

http://www.newsreview.com/reno/Content?oid=910291

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Auditions for "Fluffer" (voice talent only)

misterjellyfish — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 17:26:47 GMT

Hi there, Bruk's. Last year my Zsu Zsu art installation taught me a lot about the importance of the right voice talent in an interactive Burning Man art installation. For this year's project, we will be pre-recording male and female voices for a hypnotic trance experience. Please check out the project website at www.MutantVehicle.com/Fluffer.htm and drop me a private message if you have an interest in the auditions taking place this March. For the last three years my collaborative art installations were awarded grants and free tickets by Burning Man, so if we're lucky enough this year, there is a possibility for free admission to the event for cast and crew.

Be well and do strange things,

-Mister Jellyfish.

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metamorphoses

BurntOut — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:16:27 GMT

opens this weekend

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Becket

holly — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 20:18:28 GMT

Hello all-

Just a quick remeinder that Becket's final performances are this weekend. Fri @ 7:30 and Sat @ 7:30, mantinee @ 2pm on Sunday. Hope you can make it. I am very proud of this production and Jorge is brilliant. Camille also turns in an exceptional performance eventhough her time on stage is limited. Hope to see you there. If not, have a wonder holiday season and a happy new year!

peace-Holly

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Auditions for God Of Hell - December 2, 2008

MaryEthel — Sat, 29 Nov 2008 23:56:49 GMT

DECEMBER 2, 2008 @ 7 PM

I will be auditioning people who couldn't make the
group auditions in the fall. The cast is 1 woman and 3 men, ages in 30's-40's.
An ability to pull off a Wisconsin accent is a plus. If you fit those parameters,
then do come on Dec 2nd, 7pm at
the theatre, and you'll get a chance to read.
That aside, my best advice is.. walk thru the door.
Come see the show thats
playing. Volunteer to help out. Get to know us, and
let us get to know you.
Producing theatre is much more than just the
actor's participation, and the
more we understand all aspects of what it takes to put
up a show the better we get at it.
Thank you for your interest.

Said Tom Plunkett of Bruka Theatre

Explanation: Tom wrote a great letter to some interested parties and I took some pieces of it to let anyone know who might read tribe anymore about the audition. Looking forward to this one Tom!

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1st sow of new season

BurntOut — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 20:16:49 GMT

o.k. kids, time to start an Italian American Reconciliation thread
ready.....GO!

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party invite

gertieok — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 01:01:38 GMT

wanted to invite ALL BRUKA PALS to a baby party (we recommend that you SHOWER before the party).

october 4 starting at 4pm
570 S Sandcrane Cir
Sparks
(by the new costco on N pyramid)

SEE INVITE::
http://wakinggirl.com/invite/babyshower.jpg

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MY UNDYING IRRITATION WITH TRIBE

Saint Miek — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 22:52:33 GMT

Has inspired me to look elsewhere for a decent forum-like site for the Bruka Family. Failing to find one, I decided to make one for our own use. It probably won't have the traffic that Tribe has, but it is more feature rich and it's not DOWN half the time you want to use it.

www.thebruka.ning.com

Visit it. take a look. Join if you'd like. Please bounce around it and see if anything sticks. I've got total control of the look and feel, so let me know if anything can be improved on. I'm open to suggestions. There are groups available to join if you want to be a part of more focused discussions, the ability to blog, post pictures and videos, and all sorts of goodies.

The administrators are myself, Scott and Mary, so it is no longer solely in my hands to control the content. I'll just be around to try and make it look pretty.

I'm just done with this whole Tribe headache.

-Michael G

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holly's cherry moped

holly — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 21:53:06 GMT

HELP!!! APB to all friends of Holly!!! My beautiful 1978 PUCH moped was stolen last night from behind Java Jungle. It is cherry red with grey fenders and black seat. no kickstand, modified exhaust, mirror on the right side and damaged rear brake cable. I attatched a grey milk crate to the rear book rack that they will probably remove. PLEASE keep your eyes open. This is the ONLY red Puch Maxi in town so if you see one, it is MINE. Call police at 334-2677 and report case number 08-30390 and then call me at 378-6231.

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Cloud 9 DVD

Linda — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 19:34:26 GMT

I've just finished editing act 1 of Cloud 9, and I'm wondering how many people are going to want a copy when it's finished. The footage is choking my poor computer and I need to burn Act 1 and wipe it off my hard drive befopre I can start Act 2. So I figured I'd just burn a bunch of copies all at once for whomever wants them.
Unfortunately, Androo's camera work is total crap, and it's difficult to make it even watchable...oh SHIT!!! I forgot, Androo is on Tribe now, so I'm going to have to stop slagging him off every chance I get.
BRILLIANT WORK, ROO!!! THANNNNNNNNNNNNKS!!!!! ;)

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New Season -- Announced?

Sassy66 — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 06:09:50 GMT

Hi guys...

Just wondering if the new season has been announced?

Thanks!

Love,
Sass

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Special Audition for "The Glass Menagerie"

EllenR — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 06:55:38 GMT

We have 3 out of the 4. Now we need an Amanda.

Monday, August 11th @7pm.

First United Methodist Church of Reno (209 W. 1st Street, at West), 2nd floor. Come up the outside stairs and head towards the bell tower.

Performances will be in Oct.

Questions? Message me.

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hi guys!!

david — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:24:28 GMT

Hello everybody, just wanted to drop a line. Hope you are all doing well. Im in florida playing with mickey and minny. Going out on the road in sept, be back in march. Good gig, big sets( dont like the ice though), moving a large scenic piece on ice is..well not easy. Miss you all, hope last show went well. Hope to do something when i get back and play. Looks like i have a break and may visit for the man, we shall see. Love you all and miss everybody. Drop a line when you get a chance!

david

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Auditions for GLM's first show!

EllenR — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 01:50:09 GMT

Auditions for Tennessee Williams' "The Glass Menagerie" are next Friday, Aug. 8 & Saturday, Aug. 9 @7pm.

209 W. 1st Street, at West. (2nd floor of the First United Methodist Church of Reno). Follow the signs. We're near the bell tower!

Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

Hope to see you there!

Message me with any questions...

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Nicky's Fishies

gingerpetunia — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 17:20:26 GMT

The kids in our design dept were tasked with illustrating a "fresh fish taco"
But they only had "clip art" of fishes and needed something like a goldfish.

So you might recognize that fish in the fish taco on p27
of the weekly paper in reno this week as being
the fishies from Nicky's.

Those fish aren't in the Finned Actor's Guild are they?
I can't afford "Scale wages" but if their agent needs
some good head shots, Here are the originals:
http://www.pbase.com/gingerpetunia/nickys_fishies

xo GP

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"Nuts" at Theaterworks

dramaturg — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 01:30:34 GMT

TheatreWorks of Northern Nevada presents

NUTS

August 8, 9, 15 and 16 at 7:30pm August 10 and 17 at 2:00pm at the Southside School Annex located at 190 East Liberty (corner of Liberty and Sinclair) $7 general admission with $5 for students and seniors, group rates are also available

This show is directed by the one and only Evan W. Gadda and features a veteran and quite familar cast. Among others there are Rod Hearn, Dale Fast, Kathy Welch, Robert "Bobby Lane" Sawyer Stephanie Richardson, and myself. Very good times. Please also make a reservation as we currently have no clue as to how many people will be coming to see.

Here is contact info:

TWNN 685-2687

www. twnn. org

Please come see, we need an audience.

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Theatre Food!

scottbeers — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 18:31:09 GMT

Great troop on Conan O'Brian. I sent an e-mail out but thought others would enjoy style. ~s

Subject: Amazing Entertainment
Click on the link below for some amazing entertainment!

http://youtube.com/watch?v=3n8gxEwLx0w

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kids say the darndest

gingerpetunia — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 03:03:36 GMT

They had some little kid
ballroom dancers at a
competition in Baltimore.

I was stuck overhearing
inside edition today. hostage!
that stuff's such crap.

but it's like the proverbial
stripper with a boil on her neck
you can't look away...

But then, watching, I saw it
the kids were graceful and emotive dancers!
I had to see the rest.

After the dancing clip
The interviewer asked
that "what's your motivation"
question of the kids.

The girl answered 99% verbatim this:

We pretend the audience is deaf
and we have to make the music
come alive with our dancing.

aw. <snif>
It was kind of Jon Benet creepy
but at the same time
it's a freakin brilliant sentiment.

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8-8-08 Kristin and Mike's Wedding Gig

Kristin — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 05:28:47 GMT

Hi Bruka Family-
I've been slaving over handmade wedding invitations, day in, day out and I just don't have the strength to assemble anymore so here's the invitation to our nuptials to be held at the glorious Great Basin Adventure Park within Rancho San Rafael Park. No really, the slaving part is not accurate, there's just too many of you people and paint is expensive. Check out the website below and please RSVP if you can make it. It's just gonna be one big fat party-Hope to see you there. Bill is keeping the log ride open, so please dress accordingly.
www.steedmanbash.nearlyweds.org

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Cloud 9

TomPlunkett — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 06:22:56 GMT

Starting up the subject, as we've started rehearsals.
Going quite well so far a week in. Androo is super organized, and runs a tight ship. Men in dresses, girls are boys, everyone's kissing someone, or not.
Funny, creepy and disturbing all at once. More later.

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Via Magazine

Sassy66 — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 06:02:19 GMT

In this month's Via Magazine (travel tips and stuff about the western U.S.) there's an article about Reno. It's quite interesting, talking about Reno's history, etc.

One of the paragraphs says...

"Reno has evolved. Condominiums have sprouted along the spruced-up riverfront, and the city has acquired touches of urban chic. An underground arts scene has found expression in hipster galleries such as La Bussola, which sells clocks and jewelry fashioned from recycled metal. Java Jungle Vino and other cafes have open-mike nights, while the cozy, respected Bruka Theatre turns an even brighter spotlight on community thespians and playwrights.

Yay! :O)

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Why we've been missing from the fresh new couches

gertieok — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 19:20:51 GMT

Hey all!

Wanted to make an announcement....... Norris is pregnant!! Ok, actually it's me. But it was his fault. ;)

We're 19 weeks along, and just heard the baby's heartbeat a couple days ago. So now we know it's real. Or, I swallowed a metronome.

Answers to your next questions:
Due in November! Hope for a Scorpio, so we can balance out the Virgos in the family. ;) We're guessing it's a boy, but we don't know--and we're not going to find out.

And, we might go to Burning Man for a day. ;)

Love and hugs! We'll get this baby into hear a play soon! I promise!

-Gertie & Norris
gertieok@yahoo.com

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Henceforward

Camille — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 19:27:14 GMT

A day late, but at least I remembered to post this:

Nevada Repertory Company Summer Festival presents
Henceforward by Alan Ayckbourn
July 5, 9, 10, 11, and 12 at 7:30
Doors open at 7pm, Redfield Studio Theatre at UNR

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Why Do You Love Reno?

Sassy66 — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 19:49:47 GMT

Hi Guys...I know this is a little off topic here at Bruka tribe. A friend of ours (and his wife) is considering moving here -- he came to see a show at Bruka and LOVED the theater, so maybe that's enough of a tie-in for me to post this here. ;O)

They're coming back to town in 3 weeks and want us to, basically, convince them that they're making the right decision. We'll, of course, be letting them know why we love Reno so much. But it would be nice to have some other opinions too.

So....

Why do YOU love Reno? And what would you recommend we show them while they're here?

One of the many reasons I love Reno is we get all 4 seasons, and none of them are too extreme. :O)

Thanks for your input.

xoxox
Sass

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Stage Cherry?

Stacie — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:33:35 GMT

Sassy's "steambath" thread got me thinking: What was everyone's first show they were in?

Yes, I know I never keep in touch, I mostly just lurk around and randomly stalk you guys.

My first show ever was "Oliver Twist", and I was 11 and had 2 lines.

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STEAMBATH

MaryEthel — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 22:48:02 GMT

Auditions for Steambath are on Tuesday, March 18 @ 6 PM. Prepare one comedic monologue not to exceed one minute. Call backs will be the same evening at 7:00. Email if you would like more information: mary@bruka.org.

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Center Camp participation at BMan

Gdonna — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 17:50:41 GMT

- CALL FOR PARTICIPATION -

BURNING MAN 2008 CENTER CAMP CAFÉ - PERFORMANCE STAGE, AERIAL ACTS & SPEAKER
SERIES

The Café is a venue that bursts with a universe of art and unusual creative
_expression.
A musical stage features participants playing conversation-friendly world
and instrumental music during the day; and at night hosts an incredible
range of exciting performance -- from classical dance to rock, opera to
marching bands and funk to psychadellic.
A spoken word stage features poetry readings, soap-box rants, comedy, slam
poetry and theatrical productions.

1) Are you a live music performer performing original music (no covers
please), magician, juggler, comedian, aerialist, MC or performance artist in
search of a stage? Well, we have one to offer, and spots are going fast!

We have fabulous volunteers to help schedule your performances.

a. For your spoken word/comedy/soap-box stylings:
magenta@burningman.com

b. For musical performances:
cafe-music@burningman.com

c. For aerial performances: (scheduled from 5:30pm-6pm daily)
cafe-performers@burningman.com

d. For MCing: (scheduled from 5pm-1am daily in 2-4 hour shifts)
sleepless@burningman.com

e. For all other types of performances:
cafe-performance@burningman.com

2) Are you an expert on a subject and want to share your BRAIN? (brains ...)

We will be featuring the Speaker Series, Tuesday through Sunday from
11:30am-12:30pm . Full hour and half hour slots available.
Special priority given to subjects relating to this year's American Dream
theme or to subjects of particular interest to a broad spectrum of Burning
Man participants.
If interested, contact cafe-performers@burningman.com
Note that these talks should be educational without endorsing a product or
specific group. Whether you speak or not, stop by and eat, I mean, FEED your
BRAIN!

Note: We are unable to accommodate fire performances in the Café and all
music should be original.
Any recorded music used in aerial or stage acts should be license
free/performed live.

_______________________________________________
regionals-list mailing list
regionals-list@burningman.com
https://lists.burningman.com/mailman/listinfo/regionals-list

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Rumble w/Controlled Burn Sat 6/14

Gdonna — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 17:21:19 GMT

Are you ready to RUMBLE this weekend?
Controlled Burn is having a RUMBLE this Saturday, June 14th
At Amendment 21, Virginia and Liberty in Reno
6 to 8 pm dinner and drink specials
8 to10 pm Fire, Fire and more Fire by Controlled Burn
10 to ? Dancing, Dancing and more Dancing
Featuring DJ Rhino (Johnno), Auditory Canvas and more...
Fundraiser for Controlled Burn's Fire Arts Festival July 19th at the City Plaza
$10 cover at the door
Playawear encouraged

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The Circle

Sassy66 — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 22:19:48 GMT

This seems to be a play Bruka might do some day, doesn't it?

THE CIRCLE

http://query.nytimes.com/gst/fullpage.html?res=9D0CE5DA103DF933A25757C0A9649C8B63&sec=&spon=&pagewanted=all

http://www.culturevulture.net/Theater/Circle.htm

http://www.oobr.com/top/volSeven/twentythree/0324circle.html

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2006 Bman Videos Up

Sassy66 — Wed, 28 May 2008 01:29:35 GMT

Have you been to our bman website?

www.BlackRockTribe.com

Jeff just posted our 2006 videos.

1997 were posted recently too.

(Thanks, Lovey!)

1998-2005 still to come.

Enjoy!! :O)

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Don't Quote Me On This

MaryEthel — Tue, 27 May 2008 20:38:09 GMT

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1117986390.html?categoryid=15&cs=1&nid=2562

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A new tribe...

EllenR — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 05:21:37 GMT

Hi all!

I've started a tribe for Reno Little Theater. I would love for you Bruka-ites, Brukettes, Bruka-philes, what-have-you, to join. I would love to have a dynamic dialogue go on for all our local theaters!

Michael, thank you for your assistance. I've decided to go the moderated route but we shall see...

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Thought-provoking and well-acted play...

EllenR — Sat, 10 May 2008 06:06:47 GMT

hey all. The Acting IV class at TMCC is putting on "The Last Days of Judas Iscariot" by Stephen Adly Guirgis.

I saw it tonight and it was very good. I have very little religious knowledge and I could still understand it... and those with more knowledge will have a good laugh and cry too.

Here's the scoop: only one more performance, Saturday, May 10, @7:30 pm

Nell J. Redfield Performing Arts Center, 505 Keystone Ave. Reno (at 5th & Keystone) Remember to leave extra time if traveling from the south end of town due to the river festival.
Tickets: student/senior $10, general $12
Reservations not necessary, but if you like you can call 775-789-5671 or email jfrederick@tmcc.edu

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Lighting Director Needed for Zsu Zsu: The Crybaby Drama Queen at Burning Man 2008

misterjellyfish — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:06:51 GMT

Hello. We are a Reno-Sparks based grant-funded art installation for Burning Man 2008 entitled "Zsu Zsu: The Crybaby Drama Queen" that you can dig at the project website: www.MutantVehicle.com/Zsu_Zsu.htm .

We are in need of a crew member who has experience in lighting direction to assist with our design and construction as well as the stage show production at the major burn event on playa Saturday immediately after The Man burns.

This is volunteer position (no pay). Depending on your level of contribution you may qualify for:

- A free gift admission ticket to Burning Man 2008
- Early arrival pass
- Free food at work-days
- Your name in the credits of one of the largest outdoor productions in Nevada
- The gratitude of approx. 50,000 Burning Man Participants
- The joy of working with a fun crew with a good sense of humor.

If you are interested in learning more, please private message me here on Tribe.

Thanks,

Mister Jellyfish
(Damian Janssen)

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Date set for Cloud Nine Audition

MaryEthel — Sat, 03 May 2008 05:55:44 GMT

Androo Allen (Cloud Nine director) will hold cold readings on May 10 at 4 pm in sub-Bruka. Sides will be available before the audition and he would love for actors to be familiar! Please call Bruka for info. 323-3221. He is now looking for 1 male and 1 female between to ages of 35 - 50.

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RLT auditions!

EllenR — Fri, 28 Mar 2008 00:51:44 GMT

Two more shows to audition for!

"Rosencrantz & Guildenstern are Dead" by Tom Stoppard. April 14th & 15th @7pm.
Directed by Michael Peters & Kirk Gardner. Needed: 8 men & 4 women. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.

"Selkie" by Laurie Brooks Golobin. April 16th & 17th @7pm.
Directed by Amanda Alvey. Needed: 4 women & 3 men. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script, you are also welcome to prepare a monologue.

Auditions for both shows held at RLT's rehearsal hall, 246 E. Arroyo (between Wells & Holcomb).

Performances of "R&D": opens May 31, closes June 15.
Performances of "Selkie": opens July 5, closes July 13. All performances to be held at Hug High School's Theater.

More info available at www.renolittletheater.org or visit RLT's tribe!

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Work Party Sunday April

MaryEthel — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 23:18:23 GMT

Hey Everybody! We are having a work party this Sunday starting at 11 going into the afternoon. Wear your grubbies. Would love some hands on deck!!! Sunday, April 20.

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Pulitzer

MaryEthel — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 04:16:45 GMT

I am a big fan of Tracy Letts, author of Bug and apparently a wonderful show that just won the Pulitzer. I posted this article for our tribe, not only because I am a big beliver in the great power of the theatre on so many levels, but also because of the father/son relationship mentioned within. Maybe you will enjoy the story too.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/chi-0408lettsapr08,0,2636164.story

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fat men in skirts

BurntOut — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 21:14:26 GMT

update please?? someone.....
: )

~ J ~

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casting a short film in reno

Shawn — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 23:33:08 GMT

CASTING CALL FOR A SHORT FILM

YOU: We're looking for 1 male, somewhat clean-cut and innocent, screen age 18-25, and 1 female, tattooed and tough, early to mid 20s.

US: We're MFA film students at Columbia University in New York shooting a 12 minute short in Reno this May. Professional, fun, talented, crazy, you name it. It'll be a good time.

THE PROJECT: A lovable naive young man, (Eric) has fallen in love with (Mel) a tough minded lesbian drug dealer that happens to be taking a break from men. Their blissful world is torn apart when drug agents raid their house. The DEA agents try to get Eric to break and turn Mel in. Despite the chaos, Eric is focused on one thing: telling Mel that he loves her. (drama-dark comedy) It's very dialogue-driven and sharply funny and twisted.

WHEN: Filming will be on MAY 24, 25, and 26 (Saturday, Sunday, Monday), which is Labor Day weekend. We'll be rehearsing in the weeks preceding that, and will work the rehearsals around your schedule.

ETC: As this is a very low budget student production, there's no pay for these roles. But of course we'll give you food and screen credit and copies of the film, and also great exposure from festivals, screenings, etc. It'll be a really fun set and these are two great leading roles for an actor and actress looking for a quality addition to his/her reel.

CONTACT: Shawn Wines, producer, at shawnwines@gmail.com. Please include headshot, resume, time/location constraints, link to an online reel if possible, or whatever else you've got that you think would help. Questions or comments welcome as well. We'll follow up with you as soon as possible.

Best,
Shawn

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OT - Triple Trouble Spring Madness, the Shiva Vista Project's Third Fundraiser

Jess — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 04:35:55 GMT

Triple Trouble Spring Madness
The Shiva Vista Project is proud to present its third fundraiser, “Triple Trouble Spring Madness.” While raising funds for the Shiva Vista Project, this event will also celebrate the Jub Jub Camp with its usual Monkey Business and the Canon twins' 30th birthday and, as everyone has been so patiently awaiting...FIRE!!! It also happens to fall just prior to what some consider an international holiday: April 20th. Third fundraiser, three parties in one, and all things happen in threes. You don’t have to be a Burning Man attendee (referred to as “Burners”) to attend. Everyone age 21 and up is invited to attend Triple Trouble Spring Madness. $10 in advance. tickets sold at the Melting Pot and Prism Magic, $15 at the door. Zephyr Lounge, 1074 S. Virginia St., Reno, 89502, Contact Jess Smith at (775)247-5200 myssjesyca@hotmail.com for more information.

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things sure are quiet around here...

Sassy66 — Wed, 05 Oct 2005 17:09:02 GMT

...with mike gone.

let's talk about him behind his back...all the stuff we love and miss about him!!

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Frozen in Grand Central Station

Sassy66 — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 04:20:10 GMT

I'm sort of surprised that nobody in Reno has done something like this before -- well, not that I know of. It's fantastic.

http://www.maniacworld.com/frozen-in-grand-central-station.html

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Article about Bruka

OldMikeG — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 21:42:14 GMT

Found this over at the Reno Little Theater tribe.

http://www.reno.com/article/20080219/ENTERTAINMENT02/295432244

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TEN

Saint Miek — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 02:18:24 GMT

I'd just like to thank the team at Bruka for making the Ten readings so very cool. It was great hearing all the great submissions in an organized professional rehearsed setting. I probably enjoyed my own piece a lot more than I thought I would because of fine work of the actors and the direction. I really like the ten minute format. It's like a dinner of appetizers. If you don't like what your hearing, your only ten minutes away from your next dish.

Bravo!

Thanks for making me a part of it. I hope this is just the first of many TEN nights.

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Dirty Blonde work party

MaryEthel — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 20:55:27 GMT

Hey kids
We are having a work party for Dirty Blonde on Saturday, January 26 starting at 11 am. Casual dress. we will be painting, cleaning, prepping the space for the show etc, etc .... We'd love to see you there.

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Moving on Out

hollycanon — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 01:50:58 GMT

Well it’s official, Cody and I have sold our house and are moving out. Hopefully it won’t be too long till we finish buying the new house.

I know it’s late notice but, WE NEED YOUR HELP!!! Cody and I are trying to empty out the house this weekend. I promise it will be an easy move. We have a single story house and have rented a container for all of our furniture that is in our driveway.

We will have pizza and drinks ready for lunch and beer at 5:00.

PM me for our number and directions

THANKS

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Four Minutes of the Schizos

Sassy66 — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 23:06:21 GMT

Here's a tiny piece of the Schizopolitans most recent performance.

I'm now in love with this song...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HGuSfviRHw

Very cool stuff.

Hey, are they coming to Sub Bruka again anytime soon?

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Auditions for "Love Song of J. Robert Oppenheimer"

EllenR — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 05:56:47 GMT

Soon! Less than a month away...

Reno Little Theater announces auditions for a brilliant new play written by Carson Kreitzer: "The Love Song of J. Robert Oppenheimer", directed by Doug A. Mishler.

Who? We need five men and three women ranging in age from 20s to 60s.

When? February 10th and 11th (or by appointment) at 7pm. (You are welcome and encouraged to come to both nights but it is not mandatory)

When does the play run? It opens April 12th @7:30pm and runs Fridays & Saturdays @7:30pm and Sundays @2pm through April 27th.

Where? RLT's rehearsal hall, 246 E. Arroyo between Holcomb & Wells. Park on the street or in the little lot next to the brick house. Enter through the side gate (off of the parking lot). The rehearsal hall is behind the little brick house. Map: tinyurl.com/ys3aws

What? A new, award-winning play that is cerebral, human, historical, theatrical, and highly entertaining. It tells the story of the birth of the atomic age and the cold war through the life of the bomb's "father", J. Robert Oppenheimer, and his struggles with the consequences of what he has created. Original and thought-provoking.

Come ready for cold readings and more, and dressed for movement. For info and scripts call 775.826.1685. You can also check out our website at www.renolittletheater.org or call 775.329.0661

Hope to see you there!

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Mary party photos

BillQ — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 07:53:39 GMT

You can view the pics I took at Mary's party on my page. Enjoy.

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my ggrandma

evan — Sat, 29 Dec 2007 00:36:37 GMT

Many of you knew my grandmother Frances, I am sorry to say she passed away Christmas Eve at 1025 am I am doing ok guys, some days are harder then others but I AM A FIGHTER just like she would want me to be
love you guys
ev

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Zoo Story addition

mona — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 20:37:21 GMT

I heard this on the radio this morning. Seems Albee added a first act to Zoo Story.

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=18255097

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Body-acceptance boogie!

Kristen — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 05:10:34 GMT

Hey, did anyone else see the article in RNR about Club Plus Life? It's Reno's first "size-acceptance" nightclub (we're quite behind the times in this arena), a place for people of all sizes to party with abandon! A group of us are planning a night out there to have fun and check it out on Friday, Feb 8th. Doors open at 9:00pm, $5.00 cover, at Neutron, 340 Kietzke Lane.

Bring your butts, bellies, and boobies (man or otherwise) and let's Boogie!

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New Venue for Shiva Vista Fundraiser!

ryanO — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 00:00:26 GMT

Greetings Shiva Vista project Friends and Family!
We have been in a holding pattern that last week or so as the rumors are true! The Green Room has been shut down a month early by the city of Reno so we needed to find a new venue. All planes have been in holding pattern as a bit of uncertainly has surrounded the event. In the last few hours the final details are in place and everything has been worked out, just in time! Good thing this didn’t happen right before 2/2 or we may not have been able to pull it off. As it stands we still have two weeks to get the word out and get this place packed! We are asking for HELP. Please please please repost the new flyer and update press release when I get them out ether tonight or tomorrow morning. We have time, but its cutting pretty close…
AS of now, the new venue for the event is going to be at The Underground.
Remi and Slone have graciously booted the other event that was going to be in the space that night in favor of us! Thank you Remi and Slone. Much appreciated!!!
Please everyone get flyers at the melting pot as well as print then off your computer, new tickets will be printed and distributed. Gorilla marketing tactics will be needed at this stage. All help is tremendously appreciated!
Love Life and Fire,
Ryano

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a show in SF...

EllenR — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 06:53:48 GMT

a friend of mine who is a playwright and actor is opening a show of hers this Friday... here's some info

The Marsh
presents

Savage Arts
written and performed by
Sharon Eberhardt
directed by David Ford

January 18 - February 16th
Fridays and Saturdays, 8 pm

Based on the true story of a Native American Witchcraft trial in New York State in 1930. A naive housewife enters a world of art, passion and Iroquois tribal lore when a French artist moves next store and one of his models is accused of a brutal crime.

tickets: $15-35, sliding scale, 1 (800) 838-3006 or www.themarsh.org

The Marsh 1062 Valencia St (@22nd), San Francisco, CA 94110

check out a podcast (interview of my friend) at: tinyurl.com/yrhvmy
which gives more of a history of the play.
If anyone is going to the Bay Area in the coming month, check out this show!

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Too Many Misters!

Sassy66 — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 23:32:09 GMT

There's just too many Misters running around here. Mr. Mike, Mr. Michael, Mr. Bruka. It's making my head swim. And to make it worse, 2 of you don't even have your real photo showing so we can't tell who's speaking unless we visit your profile. Bah!

What if EVERYONE put Mr. and Mrs. in front of their name?

For the love of God, change them back! Change them back!

With love and a huge impending warning of "Mrs. Sassy" (which would really suck due to the snake-like sound)

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Too Many Saints!

Sassy66 — Mon, 26 Nov 2007 16:56:00 GMT

tee-hee

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Ride the Storm Out 40-1 Birthday Party

Jess — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:56:26 GMT

David Richards is turning 40-1! Please join us for mayhem and debauchery this Saturday, Jan 5 at David's House. BYOB 8pm. If you don't know where it is, call him.

See ya there!

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OT - Controlled Burn to Offer 6 Week Skillz Training Class

Jess — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 23:37:20 GMT

We are now offering more structured curriculum that will allow you to become a great spinner! Our first session begins Wednesday, January 9th at 6pm to 7pm. We will be instructing you on poi, staff and devil stix. The class goes from Wednesday, January 9th and repeats itself every Wednesday from 6-7pm until February 13th. The 6 week training course is $50. If you drop in during our classes, the charge is $10 per session. We will be holding these classes at North Valleys High School. If interested, we strongly encourage you to pre-register on our website at www.controlledburnreno.com. Registration for Devil Stix is required. You must be 18 or over, or have your parent or guardian attend the first class to sign a waiver and the safety class to learn to be your personal safety.

Hope to see you there!

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tommy p and his b-day

BurntOut — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 19:42:45 GMT

hey! saturday the 29th is tommy s birthday!!! yeeaaahhh!! we are going to go ice skating @ 1:00
and then go have an early dinner at berthas, yummy! @ 3:00
then its off to vino later that night to dance our pants off at 80's night!!!
so please join us for one or all three super awsome birthday events : )

~ J ~

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New Years?

hollycanon — Sun, 30 Dec 2007 18:22:24 GMT

So, is anything of mention happening or are we just going to the bar?

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Buttcracker II

MaryEthel — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 16:51:34 GMT

AUDITION NOTICE – BUTTCRACKER II
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007
STARTING AT 6 PM

Brüka Theatre is looking for flamboyant, playful, actor creator-types who would like to join Brüka Theatre for the second installation of The Buttcracker II, a wild theatrical romp parodying The Nutcracker. Dance experience not required, must be willing to move and be available October – December, 2007. Please call for an auditon slot. 323-3221.

Join us at Brüka Theatre, 99 N. Virginia Street in Reno, Nevada. Please make an appointment by calling (775) 323-3221. Box-office hours are 11 to 3 Wednesday through Saturday. We validate convenient parking at the Parking Gallery on First and Sierra Street. Check us out at www.bruka.org.

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Bohemian Blast!

Kahele — Mon, 17 Dec 2007 21:08:14 GMT

Thank you Bruka for a great evening of music and laughs!
One of the best ever!
Do it again!

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Help! Where did my book go??

Kristen — Fri, 07 Dec 2007 05:13:27 GMT

Bruka friends,

Due to a miscommunication, a book of mine was left at Bruka for a couple of weeks in Oct/Nov. Now it's missing! Help!

It's called "Dramatists Sourcebook." It's a medium-to-large-sized paperback, and it's red with a picture of a key on the cover. It was last seen in the upstairs office, but who knows where it wandered to from there. I had already started organizing and marking the entries, so I'd really like to get my copy back, if at all possible.

If anyone borrowed it, saw someone browsing it, remember seeing it sitting somewhere, or whatever, please email me!

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Python on 4th!

OldMikeG — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 17:55:56 GMT

Hey kids, I'm putting together a review of Monty Python skits slated for Jan 11-12/18-19 and I new 3 males ranging from 25-55. With the minor exception of two skits, these will all be two -offs, so rehearsal can be done at the actors pace. There will be minor blocking and stage direction, so people in Buttcracker could still manage to do both (if that's an issue).

If I get more than 3 responses, I'll set up a quick audition, but I suspect getting three will be an accomplishment.

Please let me know here on Tribe as I get check e-mail daily.

Thanks!

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If you're not seeing "Buttcracker II"

EllenR — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 06:08:41 GMT

This Weekend Only!

When: Friday and Saturday, December 7-8 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Nell J. Redfield Performing Arts Center (TMCC Theatre) 505 Keystone Avenue (at 5th Street)
What: Broadway Revue

TMCC's Musical Theatre Touring Company will be presenting an evening filled with various Broadway song-and-dance ensemble numbers, duets and comedic/dramatic skits (there will be some adult language, but nothing gratuitous) from shows such as Assassins, Avenue Q, Sweeney Todd, Altar Boyz, Hair... and many more!

for more info call 775.789.5671

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Casting Call for Burning Man 2008 Art Installation

misterjellyfish — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 14:51:20 GMT

Good morning, thespians. Myself and a small crew here in Reno are launching a project for Burning Man 2008 that requires the voice-over and acting talents of a young, thin female who's skill set includes a convincing French accent. Before you think I'm just some perv looking for a date, please check the history of my art projects that received grant funding from the Burning Man organization:

www.MutantVehicle.com/u-me.htm
www.MantisPuppet.com

The installation, to be known as "Zsu Zsu", will be a heart-shaped pink travel trailer with a French crybaby drama queen robot inside. Your acting contributions will be recorded and played back through the robotic mannequin and silhouette projections, all keyed to interactive input from participants. It's comedy, and all in good fun, so I'm sure we'll have a cackling good time as the project comes to life under our patient hands.

If we are again awarded the grant funds for this project, they will likely go in to the construction and electronics, so please understand that there will be no cash compensation for this project in which we are all donating our time and talents. For our 2007 U-Me project, we received free Burning Man tickets for some of the crew, so that is certainly a possibility for you. It's a good opportunity for you to work with some of the top local artists including Chris Munz, winner of the "best of show" award at the 2007 International Robotics Competition. Imagine doing some hard work now and then watching people react to your talent throughout the Burning Man event where you won't have to perform since it's all pre-recorded.

Please send me a PM or e-mail me at sinktrap@charter.net to arrange a telephone audition.

Thanks,

Jellyfish.

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RLT needs Actors to be Raving Fans!

EllenR — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 02:03:23 GMT

RLT has been asked to provide "atmosphere" actors for the IGT Hollywood Holiday party on Saturday, Dec. 8. The commitment is from 4:15pm until 7pm on that Saturday, plus one meeting to go over finer details of what they want from us. This is easy stuff and a lot of fun, too. I've done things like this and they're quick, easy and fun, so I urge you to join us. Here's the details.

IGT wants all of their employees and party guests to feel like stars for the evening. Now stars, as we all know, need FANS and that's where we come in. RLT needs to provide about 20 fans of all ages to wait at the red carpet and be "star-struck" as the party guests appear. We'll ask for autographs and snap pictures and generally make a fuss. They also want us to provide a Marilyn Monroe and an Elvis look-alike for photos so let me know if you're interested and just happen to have an Elvis outfit!

In exchange for this IGT is prepared to make a generous donation to RLT. So, although this is still volunteer acting, it's acting for a good cause. Please email me directly if you're interested (julie@jewelcelebrations.com) or call my office 636-3041, because I need to finalize a list really soon!

Thanks one and all!
(originally posted in Reno Little Theater's tribe by Julie)

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Auditions for "The Bug"

EllenR — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 15:16:12 GMT

If you're not already busy working on "The Buttcracker II" you want to try out for the second show of Reno Little Theater's season: "The BUG", written by Richard Strand, directed by Jim Martin.

Auditions are Sunday, Oct. 14, and Monday, Oct. 15 @7pm.
As with all RLT shows, you are welcome and encouraged to come both nights, but not required.

Auditions are held at 246 E. Arroyo near Wells. The rehearsal hall is right behind the cute little brick house.

Performances for "The Bug" will be Dec. 1, 7, 8, 14, & 15 @7:30pm and Dec. 2, 9, & 16 @2 pm.

more info: www.renolittletheater.org.

Hope to see you there!

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Freaker's Ball Portraits etc...

MaryEthel — Tue, 13 Nov 2007 08:10:42 GMT

So these are the photo's that our friend Harry Thomas took of us at the Freaker's Ball this year: http://wolfweb.unr.edu/homepage/hthomas/bruka/bruka.html

Thank you to everyone that helped and played with us this year, it was, once again, a ball!!!!!!

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The Trojan Women

Camille — Fri, 09 Nov 2007 16:45:03 GMT

Hey all you lovely Bruka people, tonight is opening night not only for Buttcracker, but also for Trojan Women, the play I'm a part of. The shows are November 9, 10, 14, 15, 16 and 17 at 7:30 pm and November 18 at 1:30 pm in the Redfield Proscenium Theatre at UNR. I would love if I had some familiar faces in the audience, although I know most of you are a part of Buttcracker and probably even have a pickup on Wednesday. Still, here's the information, for those that are interested. :)

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OT- Controlled Burn to Offer 2nd Annual All Day Skills Workshop

Jess — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 19:48:05 GMT

Controlled Burn to Offer a Full Day Fire Skills Workshop

(Reno, NV) Controlled Burn, the cutting edge fire spinning performance group, will be offering a full day skills workshop on Sunday, November 11th, 2007 from 10am to 6pm in order to provide a more intense teaching experience. (The exact location will be provided upon registration.)

This workshop will offer smaller class sizes which will allow for a more personalized learning experience. There will be classes offered for all levels of poi and staff spinning. Controlled Burn will also be offering tool-making workshops so those interested can learn to make their own custom-made tools.

"We are extremely excited to be able to offer this workshop to our community," states Leilani Macedo Director of Business for Controlled Burn. "With our regular classes being so popular, this will allow people to learn skills at all different levels of experience and to get a more one-on-one feel."

Everyone is invitied to attend the fire skills workshop on Sunday, November 11th, from 10am to 6pm. The cost for registration is $50 per person including lunch. The schedule of workshops is as follows:
10AM to 12 Noon: Fundamentals of Poi and Staff
12 Noon to 1 PM: Lunch and fire spinning videos
1 PM to 3 PM: Intermediate to Advanced Skills for Poi and Staff
3 PM to 4:15 PM: Safety
4:15 PM to 6 PM: Fire Spinning
Please email elaine@controlledburnreno.com to register.

For more information, please visit www.controlledburnreno.com

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paging holly!

gingerpetunia — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 16:16:59 GMT

Paging Holly N.
Paging Holly N.,

Please pick up the white courtesy phone.

Hey lady, I confirmed with the paper
ALL 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners
get to come to the Best of Reno party
at 210N tonight from 7pm to 9pm.

I don't know why she didn't get an invite
(except maybe we have a tiny core staff
and we have one week to find and notify
all 200 winners after they are announced.)
So, please forgive the short notice.

Crap, is Holly even on Tribe?

Someone tell her that if she wants to come
to the event, she can -either- RSVP today to
324-4440 x0 OR crash the party and tell
Mel and Linda at the door that she is Holly N.,
WINNER! and she will be let in. She gets
to bring (officially, one guest, but see below)
and will recieve 4 drink tickets.

I would imagine she is prolly going to
Freakers Ball after, but this is something
she can do first, to warm up her party cockles.

If she has any questions or wants to bring
more than 1 guest, tell her to just tell that
to Mel when she calls to RSVP.

Thank you for last night Bruka People.
Beckett Undressed stimulated my gums
poked holes in my tent flaps and otherwise
feathered my ruffles. You will see me
behind the red curtain at Nicky's
again soon I think.

G.P.

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Always. . .Patsy Cline TONIGHT at the Studio on 4th!!!

Kristin — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 15:55:50 GMT

Youth ArtWorks and The Studio on 4th are proud to present, Always. . .Patsy Cline, the heart warming and hugely popular musical play about the legendary singer and her most devoted fan. Based on a true story. The show includes many of Patsy’s unforgettable hits including “Crazy”, “I Fall to Pieces” and “Walkin’ After Midnight, 27 live songs in all! Show dates are: October 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 and November 8, 9, 10 @ 8:00 and October 28 at 3:00. Tickets are: $20/General, $18/Students & Seniors. The Studio on 4th is located at 432 E. 4th Street, Reno. For reservations and further information please call 775.786.6460

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RLT seeking directors for 2008-09 season

EllenR — Sun, 21 Oct 2007 06:40:04 GMT

CALLING POTENTIAL DIRECTORS FOR RENO LITTLE THEATER’S 2008-09 SEASON. THE RLT PLAY SELECTION COMMITTEE IS REVIEWING PLAYS AND WELCOMES SUBMISSIONS BY ANYONE INTERESTED IN DIRECTING FOR US. WE EXPECT TO STAGE FIVE PLAYS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR, PLUS A SHOW DURING ARTOWN. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR PLAY SUBMISSION FORMS, PLEASE CONTACT NANCY PODEWILS, RLT PLAY SELECTION COMMITTEE CHAIR, AT 345-6724 OR PODEWILS@PYRAMID.NET.

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OT - REMINDER: Reno Decompose Oct 20th 7:30pm to ??? Club Underground

Jess — Sun, 14 Oct 2007 23:13:34 GMT

Don't forget to join your local Burner family this Saturday, October 20th at Club Underground (located at 555 East Fourth Street) from 7:30pm until the wee hours of the morning.

We will be having live DJs and bands, a Playawear fashion show, fire spinning, potluck BBQing, and much, much more!!!

Admission $5 at the door.

Hope to see you there!

Love and Firelight,
Jess

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Pinter Fans

MaryEthel — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 09:26:41 GMT

Check out this great article and fabulous photo: http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/07/movies/07lyal.html?_r=1&ref=arts&oref=slogin
Love this article about what Mr. Pinter is up to. Interesting fact inside: (Mr. Pinter began his career as an actor and has never stopped; he performed Beckett’s one-man play “Krapp’s Last Tape” at the Royal Court Theater last year.) Hey Scotti - pretty cool.

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Beckett Undressed (working title)

scottbeers — Wed, 15 Aug 2007 23:59:34 GMT

Tomorrow is the first read threw, of the three plays, Stacey Spain is directing, for an opening, the first week of October.

Season will be released as soon as ducks are in order.

Anybody order a Duck? Can.... Can...... Can......TRASH ( then run fast and giggle! ) Jump in the empty One! Weeeee!

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"Fashion"

EllenR — Sat, 22 Sep 2007 17:30:41 GMT

"Fashion" written by Anna Cora Mowatt and directed by Doug A. Mishler opens tonight, Sept. 22.

When: Sept. 22, 28, 29, Oct. 5, 6 @7:30pm and Sept. 23, 30, Oct. 7 @2pm
Where: Hug High School Theater (corner of Sutro & N. McCarran)
Info/tickets: www.renolittletheater.org
775.329.0661

Tickets also available at the door (cash or check only). Doors will open 1/2 hour prior to curtain.

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Paging Mary B!

gingerpetunia — Wed, 03 Oct 2007 16:27:44 GMT

Hey hon, I'm literally proofing the finals
and sending the pages to the press.

If you still want to take advantage of the fact that
I'm holding your page till last, send me your art
IMMEDIATELY! ASAP. It is almost too late.

I'm trying Tribe in case someone who
knows you can go to your house and
wake you up and tell you we need your
Bruka art. It has not yet arrived!

We tried phone. no answer...
Where are you?

xoxo
RN&R's ad faerie
<poof>

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Janine and John in a horror movie???

John — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 16:09:11 GMT

Yes, it's true it's true! Janine and I filmed this short horror movie that has been entered in the Dare to Direct competition for Chillertv.com. Please vote for us!
http://www.chillertv.com/Dare_To_Direct/Video_Gallery/31487.shtml

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Best of suggestions

Player — Tue, 25 Sep 2007 00:44:10 GMT

If anyone should decide to participate and in the RN&R's "Best of Northern Nevada" survey, and if you do NOT already have an entry in mind for categories such as Best Casino Bar, Show, Live Music, place for a first date, place to people watch, place to meet singles . . . etc etc - I would be most appreciative if you would enter "Rum Bullions" in the Silver Legacy in the category you might feel is appropriate!

Here's the linkage: http://www.newsreview.com/reno/Home

Any other suggestions for other categories? Add them to this thread so we can all support each other. (I'm curious to learn where the best spot is to run around naked.) Once you log in and fill in the entries, you can go back and update your choices until the survey is over around October 5.

~ Player

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A Fine Night of Improv at the Studio on 4th with STAGEFRIGHT!

Kristin — Wed, 26 Sep 2007 21:48:46 GMT

Hey Y'all!
If anyone happens to check this between now and 7pm this evening, we're having the first night of improv at the Studio on 4th. Doors open at 7, show starts at 8. We're trying to make this a regular event. Should be a kick in the head. Ow. Hope to see you!

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always patsy cline

evan — Fri, 21 Sep 2007 23:43:39 GMT

Hello all
just wanted to let you know that I will be making my musical theatre directing debut with Always Patsey Kline at the new theatre on 4th street It stars Kristen Moffit and Blase of Refer Madness fame. It opens on October 5th and runs three weekends at 730 with a matinee on october 14 at 2. Guys, you kou know how much Ilove musical theatre and it would mean the world to me if you were all there
ev

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The Zoo Story

TomPlunkett — Tue, 04 Sep 2007 22:10:41 GMT

Hi gang and welcome back if you were gone. Dave Anderson and I will be in the folowing production, directed by Sandy Brunell.

The Studio on 4th presents its inaugural theatrical production with Edward Albee’s “The Zoo Story” performing Sept 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, and 22 at 8pm, with a matinee Sun Sept 16 at 2pm. The Studio on 4th is located at 432 E. 4th Street, Reno on the corner of 4th and Valley Rd. Tickets are $10

Albee's Obie Award winning American masterpiece The Zoo Story deals with issues of isolation, loneliness, class conflict, and the dangers of passivity on the American psyche. The play is the tale of two men from very different backgrounds who meet one Sunday afternoon in New York City's Central Park. Jerry, a disheveled and lonely man from the wrong side of the park, confronts Peter, a middle-aged and middle-class gentleman on a park bench. The result of this meeting is Albee's candid and sometimes grotesque exploration of absurdity, isolation and identity that has shocked and moved audiences for nearly 50 years. Albee's other works include Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf, Seascape and The American Dream.

The production will be followed by live music from various local artists. ( Including on various nights, Lacey Matteson, NickRamierez, myself and others)

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The bidding is officially open....

Alison — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 00:47:26 GMT

Hey, just dropping a line to let ya'all know I'll be in town Sept. 17-26 and the Canadians have so graciously offered to send me back with Celine Dion's head on a rusty iron spike to award to the highest bidder. Any takers? In all seriousness, if you need to utilize my oh so experienced thumbs ;) for assistance with any mass mailouts while they're stateside, just give me a jingle:)

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2007/2008 Season Announced

MaryEthel — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 22:58:51 GMT

Brüka Theatre announces it’s 15th Anniversary Season
2007/2008

Season Tickets on Sale Now. Call (775) 323-3221 for more information. Or check us out on the web 2 www.bruka.org

BECKETT UNDRESSED
Life. Order. Chaos. Absurdity.
DIRECTED BY STACEY SPAIN
OCTOBER 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26*, 2007 @ 8PM
MATINEE: OCTOBER 21, 2007 @ 2PM

*BECKETT UNDRESSED BEFORE 10TH ANNUAL FREAKER’S BALL STARTS @ 7PM

FREAKERS BALL 10
OCTOBER 26, 2007
Doors open @ 9:30 PM
$20 Advance
$25 @ the door
$30 for Beckett & Ball

BUTTCRACKER II – THE OTHER CHEEK
DIRECTED BY SCOTT BEERS & MARY BENNETT
A Ridiculous sequel of Brüka’s 2006 paradocious hit.
NOVEMBER 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 23, 24, 29, 30. DECEMBER 1, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29, 2007 @ 8PM
MATINEES: NOVEMBER 25 & DECEMBER 16, 2007 @ 2PM

DIRTY BLONDE
WRITTEN BY CLAUDIA SHEAR
DIRECTED BY KRISTIN MOFFITT
Bawdy and Lyrical. Explore the phenomenon that is Mae West.
JANUARY 25, 26, 31. FEBRUARY 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23, 28, 29. MARCH 1, 2008 @ 8PM
MATINEE FEBRUARY 17, 2008 @ 2PM

FAT MEN IN SKIRTS
WRITTEN BY NICKY SILVER
DIRECTED BY JIM MARTIN
An unconventional, hilarious love story that explores human fragility under extreme conditions
MARCH 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29. APRIL 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 2008
MATINEE MARCH 30 @ 2PM

STEAMBATH
WRITTEN BY JAY FRIEDMAN
DIRECTED BY MARY BENNETT
God is seen as a steambath attendant who doles out “wrath” and “blessings” in this razor sharp comedy.
MAY 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, 31
JUNE 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 2008 @ 8PM
MATINEE: MAY 2, & JUNE 15, 2008 @ 2PM

CLOUD NINE
WRITTEN BY CARYL CHURCHILL
DIRECTED BY ANDROO ALLEN
This break-through gender bender is humorous, revelatory & terribly moving.
JULY 10, 11, 12, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 2008
MATINEE: JULY 20 @ 2PM

MANY MOONS
WRITTEN BY JAMES THURBER
ADAPTED BY MICHAEL GRIMM
THEATRE FOR CHILDREN
TOURING
PUBLIC PERFORMANCES TBA

ADDITIONAL SHOWS SEASON TICKET ACCESS: PATRON GOLD ONLY

TEN
TEN Staged Readings of TEN-MINUTE PLAYS by local writers
SUNDAY, JANUARY 20 $5

TWO SMALL BODIES
WRITTEN BY Neal Bell
Presented with Peter Coates and Cathy Cook
EXPLICIT THEATRE – 18 and over
A disappearance. An investigation. A lustful partnering.
APRIL 24, 25, 26 AND 27TH @ 2PM $20 all tickets

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Volunteers desired

EllenR — Sun, 02 Sep 2007 05:40:39 GMT

Hi there, Brukaites! If you are in-between shows and need something to fill the time we Reno Little Theater people would love to have your help!

"Fashion" opens in just three weeks. We are in need of a person to run lights & sound (we will train the right person, shouldn't be a complicated show). We also need some back-stage assistance. The cast will do the bulk of the set moving but we can utilize a few more people and we'd be very happy to see you!

The show opens at Hug High on Sept. 22 @7:30. We close Oct. 7th. We run Fridays & Saturdays @7:30 and Sundays @2 meaning call would be an hour before. Tech week starts the 16th and rehearsals will be 6-10 Sunday-Wednesday with a possible Friday rehearsal.

Message me if you're interested and if you have any questions. Thank you!

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