Photo Flash: In Rehearsal for Penny Seats Theatre Company's URINETOWN
'Urinetown: The Musical!,' the Tony-award-winning hit from 2001, will be performed by Ann Arbor's Penny Seats Theatre Company July 30, 31, Aug 1, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, and 15. Set in an admittedly absurd dystopian future where one must pay to pee, the show lampoons corporate bureaucracy, pie-in-the-sky optimism, revolution without a plan, and the musical theatre genre itself. With a full pit orchestra (led by Richard Alder) on the band shell stage, the action takes place around the audience in the park. Featured performers include Brendan Kelly (Ypsilanti), Roy Sexton (Saline), David Kiley (Ann Arbor), John DeMerell (Walled Lake), Sarah Leahy (Ann Arbor), Paige Martin (Ann Arbor), Cathy McDonald (Plymouth), Christina McKim (Albion), Jenna Pittman (Royal Oak), Linda Rabin Hammell (Detroit), Jeff Stringer (Jackson), Maika Van Oosterhout (Ann Arbor), and Daniel Bachelis (Howell).
Penny Seats Theatre Company Expands Summer Offerings
Ann Arbor's Penny Seats Theatre Company significantly expands summer offerings Ann Arbor's Penny Seats Theatre Company is set to open its fifth--and biggest--summer season at West Park, performing outdoor professional theatre for just $10 (or less) per ticket, on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays (and one Sunday) throughout July and August. This year, the group takes up residence at the park for six weeks, performing two blockbuster comedies: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [Abridged], by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield, and Urinetown: The Musical! by Mark Hollmann and Greg Kotis.
Performance Network Theatre Forms 'Artnership' with Creative Rights and Pop Up A2 for BRILL
Performance Network Theatre forms a special 'artnership' with Creative Rights and Pop Up A2 to install visual art that follows the theme of the current and upcoming shows in the theatre's lobby. Brill by David Wells with music by Frank Allison (now - February 10, 2013) features works by Adam Bota, Lea Bult, and Katie Halton in the theatre's lobby for the duration of the performance. For tickets or information regarding the pieces call 734-663-0681.
Performance Network Theatre Announces Fireside Festival of New Works, Now thru 6/27
While many theatres close for the summer months, Performance Network is full steam ahead, offering audiences an array of entertainment options, including the upcoming Fireside Festival of New Works. As part of the theatre's continued dedication to support and provide a voice for playwrights, the series will be held today, June 24 through June 27, 2012. This festival of staged readings will feature new works by four playwrights, including Network regulars Joseph Zettelmaier and Kim Carney.
Performance Network Theatre Announces Fireside Festival of New Works, 6/24-27
While many theatres close for the summer months, Performance Network is full steam ahead, offering audiences an array of entertainment options, including the upcoming Fireside Festival of New Works. As part of the theatre's continued dedication to support and provide a voice for playwrights, the series will be held June 24 - 27, 2012. This festival of staged readings will feature new works by four playwrights, including Network regulars Joseph Zettelmaier and Kim Carney.
Performance Network Theatre Announces Fireside Festival of New Works, 2/12
As part of Performance Network's continued dedication to support and provide a voice for new and emerging playwrights, the Fireside Festival of New Works will be held February 12 - 15, 2012. This twice-yearly festival of staged readings, which is to be held at Performance Network Theatre, will feature brand new works by four playwrights.
Performance Network Theatre Announces Fireside Festival of New Works, 2/12
As part of Performance Network's continued dedication to support and provide a voice for new and emerging playwrights, the Fireside Festival of New Works will be held February 12 - 15, 2012. This twice-yearly festival of staged readings, which is to be held at Performance Network Theatre, will feature brand new works by four playwrights.
EFA Studio Program Hosts Open Studios 2011
Open Studios 2011 is an annual event of the EFA Studio Program that invites the public to come explore and interact with our vibrant and diverse community of 76 contemporary artists.
EFA Studio Program Hosts Open Studios 2011
Open Studios 2011 is an annual event of the EFA Studio Program that invites the public to come explore and interact with our vibrant and diverse community of 76 contemporary artists.
Performance Network Theatre Presents CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION, 4/21-5/22
Performance Network Theatre is proud to announce it's spring production, 'Circle Mirror Transformation.' This smart and moving comedy, by Annie Baker, will begin previewing on April 21 and run through May 22, 2011. 'Circle Mirror Transformation' is directed by John Seibert, who has previously directed Performance Network's award winning production of 'Doubt' as well as the existential classic, 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.'
Performance Network Theatre Presents CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION, 4/21-5/22
Performance Network Theatre is proud to announce it's spring production, 'Circle Mirror Transformation.' This smart and moving comedy, by Annie Baker, will begin previewing on April 21 and run through May 22, 2011. 'Circle Mirror Transformation' is directed by John Seibert, who has previously directed Performance Network's award winning production of 'Doubt' as well as the existential classic, 'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead.'