Immersion into the theater arts at a young age can help youth gain greater self-esteem, develop critical thinking skills, learn how to express oneself and make new friends, in addition to myriad other benefits.
Murphys Creek Theatre is now accepting entrants into its popular and educational summer Mirror Project program, the culmination of which will be a production of a Shakespeare play performed in the beautiful amphitheatre at Stevenot Winery.
The Mirror Project is an intensive Shakespearean training and performance experience for students ages 9 to 16. Core classes include acting, text analysis, voice and movement and audition techniques, with additional specialty classes offered in stage combat, dance, acting with masks, acting for the camera and technical theater. Classes are taught by company actors performing in MCT's summer repertory productions and by various guest artists, giving students an opportunity to work closely with a variety of professional theater artists. The final product of the conservatory will be a full-length public student production of “The Merchant of Venice” by William Shakespeare at the Cornelia B. Stevenot Performing Arts Center at Stevenot Winery.
The Mirror Project runs weekdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., from Wednesday, July 6, through Tuesday, Aug. 3, with some weekend rehearsals as well as two public performances on Sunday and Monday, Aug. 2 and 3.
The cost for participation in the Mirror Project is $350. For more information, or to register for an audition, contact Murphys Creek Theatre at 728-8422 or education@murphyscreektheatre.org.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
New Play! New Play!
It’s getting’ hot in here! Starting April 24, Murphys Creek Theatre is going to the one-horse town of Maynard, Texas, with its production of “Laundry and Bourbon” and “Lone Star”
Two plays, two hot summer days, lots of laughter at the one and only Black Bart Playhouse, 580 S. Algiers St., Murphys.
“Laundry and Bourbon” is set on the front porch of Roy and Elizabeth’s home in little ol’ Maynard on a hot summer afternoon. Elizabeth and her friend Hattie are enjoying the afternoon sipping on bourbon and Coke, folding laundry, watching TV and gossiping about the “oh so many secrets” to be found in an “oh so small town.” But then, self-righteous Amy Lee reveals a secret that will ... shh ...should I tell?
In “Lone Star,” we find ourselves sitting in the cluttered backyard of a Texas bar. Roy, the brawny, macho type who had once been a local high-school hero, is back in town after a stint serving in Vietnam and is trying to re-establish his position in the community. Joined by his younger brother, Ray (who worships him), Roy, in a comedic drunken stupor, tells Ray tales of military and amorous exploits. But with the arrival of Cletis, the fatuous, newlywed son of the local hardware store owner, the underpinnings of Roy’s world begin to collapse …
“Laundry and Bourbon” and “Lone Star” open at 8 p.m. Friday, April 24, at the Black Bart Playhouse, and then play at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through May 17. Matinees will play at 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets cost $15 and are available at murphyscreektheatre.org or by calling 728-8422.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Got Talent? Come See Us!
Murphys Creek Theatre will hold its 2009 season auditions from 6 to 10 p.m. Sunday, March 29, at the Black Bart Playhouse, 580 S. Algiers St., Murphys.
The theater seeks men and women of all ages to audition for the rest of the season, which will include performances of “The Merchant of Venice,” “A Skull in Connemara” and “Every Christmas Story Ever Told.”
Actors should bring a headshot and resume, along with a two-minute prepared monologue (classical or contemporary). They should also be prepared to read from the script.
For more information call 728-8422 or visit murphyscreektheatre.org.
The theater seeks men and women of all ages to audition for the rest of the season, which will include performances of “The Merchant of Venice,” “A Skull in Connemara” and “Every Christmas Story Ever Told.”
Actors should bring a headshot and resume, along with a two-minute prepared monologue (classical or contemporary). They should also be prepared to read from the script.
For more information call 728-8422 or visit murphyscreektheatre.org.
Encore! Encore!
Eric Owens, left, David Betts and Mike Crich are the Soady clan, returning for a final performance of “Escanaba in da Moonlight” March 29.Murphys Creek Theatre will present one final production of its spring comedy, “Escanaba in da Moonlight,” at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 29, at the Black Bart Playhouse, 580 S. Algiers St., Murphys. The show opened Feb. 19 and ran through March 8 but, thanks to fantastic reception by audiences, the cast and crew were requested to do one encore performance.
Directed by Graham Green, “Escanaba” tells the story of the Soady family, who reunite for the opening day of deer season at the family’s Upper Peninsula camp. A son, 35-year-old Rueben Soady, brings with him the infamous reputation of being the oldest Soady in the history of the Soadys to never bag a buck. In a hunting story to beat all hunting stories, “Escanaba in da Moonlight” spins a hilarious tale of humor, horror and heart as Rueben goes to any and all lengths to remove himself from the wrong end of the family record book.
For more information call Murphys Creek Theatre at 728-8422 or the Black Bart Players at 728-8842. Tickets cost $15 each and are available at murphyscreektheatre.org.
Hello and Welcome!
Well hi there!
Welcome to Murphys Creek Theatre, small, professionally oriented theatre company located in the charming and historic goldrush-era town of Murphys, in Calaveras County, California. Founded in 1994, the company produces the annual "Theatre Under the Stars" outdoor summer theatre festival at the Cornelia B. Stevenot Performing Arts Center at Stevenot Winery. Since its founding in 1994, MCT's productions at Stevenot have grown steadily in popularity and critical acclaim, and have become a favorite summer tradition for both residents and visitors alike.
Recently, in the spirit of working together to advance public knowledge of and activity in live theatre, Murphys Creek joined forces with the Black Bart Players, another nonprofit theatre group in Murphys. In addition to the fun and creativity of working together, MCT also acquired a second stage and performs at the Black Bart Playhouse, 580 S. Algiers St., Murphys.
This blog is intended to keep you, our loyal and appreciated audience, up to date on what's going on at our theatre. We'll keep you posted on auditions, fundraisers, plays, board meetings and, most importantly, all the fun we have as a theatre group!
Welcome to Murphys Creek Theatre, small, professionally oriented theatre company located in the charming and historic goldrush-era town of Murphys, in Calaveras County, California. Founded in 1994, the company produces the annual "Theatre Under the Stars" outdoor summer theatre festival at the Cornelia B. Stevenot Performing Arts Center at Stevenot Winery. Since its founding in 1994, MCT's productions at Stevenot have grown steadily in popularity and critical acclaim, and have become a favorite summer tradition for both residents and visitors alike.
Recently, in the spirit of working together to advance public knowledge of and activity in live theatre, Murphys Creek joined forces with the Black Bart Players, another nonprofit theatre group in Murphys. In addition to the fun and creativity of working together, MCT also acquired a second stage and performs at the Black Bart Playhouse, 580 S. Algiers St., Murphys.
This blog is intended to keep you, our loyal and appreciated audience, up to date on what's going on at our theatre. We'll keep you posted on auditions, fundraisers, plays, board meetings and, most importantly, all the fun we have as a theatre group!
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