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Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra Chorus OPEN AUDITION

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:22:18 +0000

AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT • 2026–2027 SEASON

SASO Chorus

Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra

Audition Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026 • Noon to 5:00 PM

Location: Catalyst Collaborative Arts & Maker Space

4500 N. Oracle Road, Suite 110, Tucson, AZ

Virtual Auditions: Available for those who cannot attend in person

Rehearsals: Tuesday evenings, 6:30–9:30 PM (beginning August 2026)

Rehearsal Venue: Catalyst Collaborative Arts & Maker Space, 4500 N. Oracle Road, Suite 110

Voice Parts: All voice parts (SATB) — all singers welcome

Ensemble Size: 40–60 singers

Interest Form: www.sasomusic.org/saso-chorus-interest

Email: info@sasomusic.org

About the SASO Chorus

The Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra — founded in 1979 and a cornerstone of Tucson’s classical music community — is proud to launch its first-ever chorus for the 2026–2027 season. The SASO Chorus is an auditioned ensemble of 40 to 60 singers that will perform a wide variety of music, from a cappella folk traditions to full orchestral and operatic works.

"Few other opportunities exist for community members to sing such diverse and challenging repertoire," said Chorus Director Robin Lopez-Hanshaw. The chorus will rehearse Tuesday evenings starting in August 2026 at Catalyst Collaborative Arts & Maker Space.

Chorus Director: Robin Lopez-Hanshaw

Robin Lopez-Hanshaw is a composer, conductor, author, and metalworker in bronze and steel based in Tucson. She brings to the SASO Chorus a deep commitment to music that transcends cultural boundaries and a conviction that even ordinary singers can achieve extraordinary musical heights.

Her Tucson choral credentials are extensive. She has composed works commissioned and performed by the Tucson Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, and wrote a series of pieces for the Tucson Girls Chorus (2016–2019). In 2018, she organized, composed, rehearsed, and conducted an hour-long Chanukah Cantata featuring solos by all of Tucson’s Jewish cantors, performed with SASO at the Tucson JCC. She has served as choir director at Temple Emanu-El (now Kol Ami Synagogue), the Tucson chapter of HaZamir International Jewish Teen Choir, and the UA Faculty-Staff Choir. She also founded and co-directed Camerata Sonora, a chamber choir, for three seasons.

Lopez-Hanshaw studied music composition at the University of Arizona, where she sang in the Symphonic Choir under Dr. Elizabeth Schauer and served as its Assistant Conductor. Her scholarly writing on microtonality has appeared in publications by New Music USA and the International Choral Bulletin (translated into Spanish, French, and German), and she contributed a chapter on musical evolution to Music in Human Experience (2022). She has also composed original scores and sound design for seven theatrical productions by Scoundrel & Scamp and Winding Road Theater Ensemble.

Inaugural Season — 2026–2027

The SASO Chorus debut season features four major programming events:

October 24 & 25, 2026 — “Let All Nations Sing”

Grace St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 2331 E. Adams St., Tucson

Saturday, Oct. 24 at 7:00 PM • Sunday, Oct. 25 at 3:00 PM

An ambitious global choral journey drawing on folk and classical works from 11 countries. The program includes the celebrated Heyr Himna Smidur by Icelandic composer Thorkell Sigurbjornsson, alongside works by four Tucson composers. Repertoire spans Sacred Harp traditions of the American South, music from the Republic of Georgia, Iceland, France, East Prussia, Lithuania, Sicily, Congo, and South Africa, as well as original works by Lopez-Hanshaw, Vargas, Linthicum-Blackhorse, Blakeslee, Aurora Bass, and Kepner-Adney. Chamber orchestra drawn from SASO musicians.

December 5 & 6, 2026 — “Midwinter Lights”

A celebration of the winter season’s many traditions — Chanukah, Christmas, Diwali, and others — including a world premiere by composer Michael Kaulkin. Chamber orchestra drawn from SASO musicians.

Spring — “Lux Aeterna” with Tucson Masterworks Chamber Singers

The SASO Chorus joins the Tucson Masterworks Chamber Singers for a collaborative performance of Morten Lauridsen’s beloved Lux Aeterna.

Spring — SASO Opera: “Die Fledermaus”

The SASO Chorus takes part in SASO Opera’s spring production of Johann Strauss II’s Die Fledermaus.

About the Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra

Founded in 1979, SASO is a vital community resource that unites performers and audiences through a passion for music. Under the direction of Music Director Linus Lerner, the orchestra presents world premieres, seldom-performed treasures, and classical gems, performing at venues including the DesertView Performing Arts Center in SaddleBrooke and St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Tucson. SASO has a tradition of community engagement, international collaboration, and showcasing both emerging and established artists.

Ready to Sing? Auditions Are Open to All.

In-person auditions: Saturday, July 11, 2026 • Noon–5:00 PM

Catalyst Collaborative Arts & Maker Space • 4500 N. Oracle Rd., Suite 110, Tucson

Virtual auditions also available.

Express interest: sasomusic.org/saso-chorus-interest • info@sasomusic.org

Southern Arizona Symphony Orchestra • sasomusic.org • info@sasomusic.org

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The School of Ballet Tucson 2026-2027 Enrollment Opens July 13

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 18:15:13 +0000

ANNOUNCEMENT

The School of Ballet Tucson

2026–2027 Enrollment Opens July 13

Enrollment Opens: Monday, July 13, 2026

Phone: 520.623.3373

Email: school@ballettucson.org

Web: ballettucson.org/school

Location: 200 S. Tucson Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716

School Office Hours: Mon–Fri 3:00–7:30 pm • Sat 9:00 am–2:00 pm

About The School of Ballet Tucson

The School of Ballet Tucson (SBT) is the official school of Ballet Tucson — Southern Arizona’s only professional ballet company. Founded in 1986, SBT has provided exceptional dance training to students of all ages for four decades. Faculty members are drawn from Ballet Tucson’s own company dancers and artistic leaders, each with credits in prestigious national and international companies.

The School is committed to an encouraging environment centered on personal growth, artistry, and creativity, offering rigorous training that serves students both on stage and throughout their lives.

Classes Offered — All Ages & Levels

SBT offers a wide variety of classes for students from young children through adults:

Ballet (Pre-Ballet through Advanced)
Pointe
Jazz
Modern
Tap
Hip Hop
And more — see the 2026/2027 brochure at ballettucson.org/school

What Students Gain

Training from Ballet Tucson company dancers and artistic leaders
Masterclasses with world-renowned guest teachers (intermediate and advanced students, at no additional charge)
Performance opportunities alongside professional Ballet Tucson dancers, including the award-winning Nutcracker with the Tucson Symphony Orchestra at the Linda Ronstadt Music Hall
The annual Spring Showcase and Summer Workshop Performance
Exclusive 40% discount on tickets to all Ballet Tucson performances throughout the season
Pathway to apprenticeship consideration with the professional company for outstanding graduates

A Record of Exceptional Alumni

SBT graduates have been accepted to, awarded scholarships to, or danced professionally with some of the most respected institutions in the world, including American Ballet Theatre, New York City Ballet, Boston Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, San Francisco Ballet, Dutch National Ballet, Houston Ballet, Alvin Ailey, Dance Theatre of Harlem, the Radio City Music Hall Rockettes, and many others.

Early registration is strongly recommended.

Enrollment opens July 13, 2026. Contact the School at 520.623.3373 or school@ballettucson.org to secure your place.

The School of Ballet Tucson • 200 S. Tucson Blvd., Tucson AZ 85716

520.623.3373 • school@ballettucson.org • ballettucson.org/school

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LIVE THEATRE WORKSHOP presents TREVOR, The Musical

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:29:18 +0000

LIVE THEATRE WORKSHOP

3322 E Fort Lowell Rd • Tucson, AZ 85716 • livetheatreworkshop.org

PRESENTS

TREVOR

The Musical

Book and Lyrics by Dan Collins | Music by Julianne Davis Wick

Based on the Academy Award-Winning Film by Celeste Lecesne

About the Show

It's 1981 in America, and Trevor Nelson is busy navigating adolescence in suburbia while dreaming of a life in show business. When an embarrassing incident at school suddenly puts him in the wrong spotlight, Trevor must summon the courage to forge his own path. A deeply moving and funny story of self-discovery and the power of acceptance — Trevor is about living your best life with a ton of passion… and a touch of pizzazz.

Performance Schedule

Day	Dates & Time
Fridays at 7:00 PM	July 17, 24, & 31, 2026
Saturday at 7:00 PM	July 18, 2026
Sundays at 2:00 PM	July 19, 26, & August 2, 2026
Saturdays at 2:00 PM	July 25 & August 1, 2026

Purchase Tickets Online: livetheatreworkshop.org/trevor

Box Office: Wed–Thu 3–5 PM • Fri–Sat 4–6 PM • (520) 327-4242

Meet the Cast

Performer	Role
Eli Sallard	Trevor
Kellen Tanner	Walter
Jack Bersbach	Pinky
Jadyn Gillette	Cathy
Sydney Johnson	Frannie
Ivy Buffalo	Mary
Cooper Stacy	Jason / U/S Trevor
Edan Cabrera	Diana Ross
Danna Maldonado-Munoz	Mom
Greyson Pfannenstiel	Trevor's Dad
Nicholas Waszkiewicz	Jack
Tenley Williams	Mrs. Kerr
Braeley McIntire	Coach Gregory
Max Landon	Father Joe / Mike / U/S Jason
Anita Osakwe-Anderson	Todd
August Overstreet	Luke / U/S Walter
Violette Burge	Lindsay / U/S Mary
Harmony Garner	Mandi
Katie Howell	Becky / U/S Frannie
Harlow Geddings	Ensemble
Kyle Lukas	Ensemble / U/S Cathy
Zane Burge	Ensemble

Artist Biographies

Eli Sallard — Trevor

Eli Sallard is an eighteen-year-old graduate from Empire High School pursuing the performing arts at Pima Community College. Nominated for the 2025 Monte Awards while portraying Percy Jackson, they have also appeared as The Wolf (Into the Woods), Anna of Cleves (Six: Teen Edition), and Rupert Van Brunt (Sleepy Hollow).

Kellen Tanner — Walter

Kellen Tanner (he/him) is ecstatic to return to LTW for his second musical experience. His favorite LTW credit is Ranked (Ryan). He found LTW in elementary school and has been delighting in its supportive community of theatre teens ever since.

Jack Bersbach — Pinky

Jack Bersbach is a proud member of Empire High School's Troupe 7057 and Raven Rhapsody, heading into his senior year. Past credits include Jack (Into the Woods), Orpheus (Hadestown), Beetlejuice (Beetlejuice Jr.), and Mush (Newsies).

Jadyn Gillette — Cathy

Jadyn Gillette is an upcoming senior and Thespian Troupe President at Empire High School. Favorite credits include Little Red Riding Hood (Into the Woods), Katherine Howard (Six: Teen Edition), and Annabeth Chase (The Lightning Thief).

Sydney Johnson — Frannie

Sydney Johnson (she/her) has appeared as Cinderella (Into the Woods), Clarisse (The Lightning Thief), and Catherine of Aragon (Six: Teen Edition). She has also performed with Young Playwrights of Tucson for the past two years.

Ivy Buffalo — Mary

Ivy Buffalo (she/they) is a rising senior at Catalina Foothills High School. Favorite roles include Constance Blackwood (Ride the Cyclone), Eurydice (Hadestown), and Jordan Carter (Ranked: A Musical).

Cooper Stacy — Jason / U/S Trevor

Cooper Stacy is a 15-year-old performer with five years of acting, singing, and musicianship — recently adding dance and directing to his repertoire. He made his student-directing debut with Romeo and Juliet in 10 Minutes at the Desert Crown Theater Company and aspires to a career on Broadway.

Edan Cabrera — Diana Ross

Edan Cabrera is a senior in advanced drama at Empire High School. Favorite roles include the Baker's Wife Understudy (Into the Woods) and various characters in Quest.

Danna Maldonado-Munoz — Mom

Danna Maldonado-Munoz (she/her) is thrilled to make her LTW debut. Past credits include Mean Girls (Janis), Beauty and the Beast Jr. (Ensemble), and Nemo Jr. (Peach the Starfish).

Greyson Pfannenstiel — Trevor's Dad

Greyson Pfannenstiel is a four-year LTW veteran now enrolled at Northern Arizona University. Favorite LTW credits include Viv in Ranked: A Musical, King Arthur in Spamalot, and Pugsley in The Addams Family.

Nicholas Waszkiewicz — Jack

Nicholas Waszkiewicz is an 11th grader at Canyon del Oro High School. Previous roles include Minstrel (Once Upon a Mattress) and Toby (Sweeney Todd). He is grateful for the support of family, friends, and directors.

Tenley Williams — Mrs. Kerr

Tenley Williams (they/them) is eighteen and attends Canyon del Oro High School. Favorite roles include Hannah (Puffs), the Cook/Singing Telegram Girl (Clue: On Stage) with Canyon Players, and Mr. Bumble (Oliver!) with CYT Tucson.

Braeley McIntire — Coach Gregory

Braeley McIntire (they/she) is a rising senior at Empire High School. Favorite credits include Anna of Cleves (Queens), Pinocchio (Shrek Jr.), and Granny (Into the Woods).

Max Landon — Father Joe / Mike / U/S Jason

Max Landon is a rising junior at the Gregory School appearing in his second LTW production. Favorite past roles include Nick Bottom (Something Rotten! Jr.) and Jonathan Harker (Dracula). He also dabbles in sound design.

Anita Osakwe-Anderson — Todd

Anita Osakwe-Anderson is honored to play Todd. She fell in love with acting her sophomore year and has appeared in Page to Stage, Quest, and Empire High's production of Into the Woods.

August Overstreet — Luke / U/S Walter

August Overstreet is a sophomore at Empire High School making his community theatre debut. Previous school credits include Wonka (Willy Wonka Jr.) and Shakespeare (Romeo and Juliet), alongside extensive tech experience.

Violette Burge — Lindsay / U/S Mary

Violette Burge, 15, is a rising sophomore at Salpointe Catholic High School and founder of Citrus Ink Creative. Recent credits include Bright Star and Peter and the Starcatcher (Salpointe) and The Little Mermaid (CYT Tucson). She is also writing and directing the student film QM14.

Harmony Garner — Mandi

Harmony Garner is entering her 10th school year and has been pursuing theatre for nearly four years. Favorite roles include Cronan (Cronan: The Barbarian), Carly (Ranked), and Opera House Manager (Phantom of the Opera).

Katie Howell — Becky / U/S Frannie

Katie Howell is a junior in advanced drama at Empire High School. Favorite credits include Rapunzel (Into the Woods) and roles in Page to Stage Vol. 15 and The Lightning Thief Musical.

Harlow Geddings — Ensemble

Harlow Geddings is a senior at Empire High School. Favorite past roles include Stapleton in Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery and Marty in The First Lemonade.

Kyle Lukas — Ensemble / U/S Cathy

Kyle Lukas is heading into her freshman year at Tucson High, bringing credits including Delia (Beetlejuice Jr.), Jan (Grease), and Caitlyn (Camp Rock). She thanks her family and friends for their unwavering support.

Zane Burge — Ensemble

Zane Burge, 12, is a rising seventh grader at Orange Grove Middle School. Recent credits include Flounder (The Little Mermaid, CYT Tucson) and Noah Claypole (Oliver!). Outside theatre, Zane plays trombone, writes, and loves cooking and baseball.

Trevor is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

Live Theatre Workshop • 3322 E Fort Lowell Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716 • (520) 327-4242

livetheatreworkshop.org • info@livetheatreworkshop.org

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It's Pride Weekend at TUCSON IMPROV MOVEMENT

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:23:16 +0000

TUCSON IMPROV MOVEMENT

414 E 9th Street • Tucson, AZ 85705 • tucsonimprov.com

🏳️‍🌈 It's Pride Weekend at TIM! 🌈

There are a lot of ways to celebrate Pride, but we think laughing together is the best! Whether you're part of the LGBTQ+ community or an ally looking for a fun night OUT, everyone is welcome.

🎭 UPCOMING SHOWS — June 26–27, 2026

FRIDAY, JUNE 26th
6:30 PM	Improv Jam — Come try improv in a fun, supportive environment! Just $5.
7:30 PM	The Soapbox featuring Our League Tucson — Stories from leaders of Tucson's queer kickball league
8:30 PM	Comedy Kiki — Our all-queer variety show
SATURDAY, JUNE 27th
6:30 PM	Comedy Happy Hour — Queers love a happy hour!
7:30 PM	A Big Wet Throbbing Queer Comedy Show 🏳‍🌈 — Featuring queer members of our performing company
8:30 PM	Roll for Initiative + 4th Avenue Confessions — Celebrating nerdom and bringing out all the secrets
SUNDAY, JUNE 28th
2:00 PM	Improv 201 Showcase (Sunday Matinee)

Secure your seats at TucsonImprov.com

🌟 FEATURED: The Soapbox w/ Our League Tucson

Our League Tucson is on a mission to provide a safe space for everyone — to get together, meet new people, find your tribe, and give back to the community, all while playing kickball! Whether you're a lifelong athlete, haven't touched a kickball since middle school, or are brand new to the sport, you are welcome.

Three short and personal stories from special guests will inspire Tucson's premier improv comedy team. Friday at 7:30 PM.

📚 UPCOMING CLASSES

IMPROV COMEDY
101	Wednesday, July 15th	Alec Young
101 Intensive	Saturday, September 5th	Jessica Hill
201	Wednesday, August 26th	Czarina Nafarrate
301	Monday, July 20th	Justin Lukasewicz
401	Tuesday, July 21st	Zack Armstrong
501	Tuesday, September 1st	Justin Lukasewicz
STAND UP COMEDY
101	Sunday, July 26th	Rory Monserat
SKETCH COMEDY
Coming Soon!	Stay tuned

⚠️ Improv 101 — Only TWO spots left! Reserve yours today.

Register at TucsonImprov.com

🏋️ TIM GYM — Summer 2026

Treat your improv like a gym membership! The TIM Gym is a flexible summer learning option — take weekly 90-minute classes with Comedy School Instructors and TIM Coaches, focusing on specific improv skills. Sign up for a monthly membership and take as many classes as you want.

Monthly Membership: $40

Date	Time	Instructor
Wednesday, July 1st	6:00–7:30 PM	Kallie Siderewicz
Thursday, July 9th	7:00–8:30 PM	Czarina Naffarate
Wednesday, July 15th	6:00–7:30 PM	Sean Bottai
Saturday, July 25th	1:00–2:30 PM	Amanda Tennyson
Monday, July 27th	6:00–7:30 PM	Jess Hill

Note: TIM Gym is à la carte — price is not based on attending every class. No refunds or credits. Membership is non-transferable.

📅 PLEASE NOTE: Theater Closed July 3–4 and July 12–13

We'll be back in July with Christmas in July Comedy Shows! Stay cool and enjoy the holiday.

Tucson Improv Movement • 414 E 9th Street, Tucson, AZ 85705

tucsonimprov.com • justin@tucsonimprov.com

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TUCSON FRINGE FESTIVAL Performance Applications Open July 1, 2026

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 18:55:41 +0000

TUCSON FRINGE FESTIVAL

2027 Season • Performance Application

Applications Open July 1, 2026 • Festival Dates: January 28–31, 2027

The performance application for the 2027 Tucson Fringe Festival is almost upon us. We've made a few changes since last year that we're excited to share with you.

What's New for 2027

One Live In-Person Venue

Due to greater financial constraints and increased competition for grant funding, the 2027 festival will feature one live in-person venue. The limited availability of suitably located venues also contributed to this decision. While this means a smaller performer pool, several structural changes have been made to compensate.

Two Performances Per Show

The biggest change for 2027: each show will have two performances, except for short Fleeting Fringe shows and virtual shows. This simplifies scheduling and—as we grow back to multiple venues—will make it easier for audiences to catch more acts without conflicts.

Independently Produced Shows

We are adding Independently Produced shows as a new festival option, similar to the former Bring Your Own Venue (BYOV) model. These shows secure their own venue, insurance, and technical and box office staff, and are not subject to the festival lottery. For details, contact:

tucsonfringe@gmail.com

Live on Zoom: Discontinued

We have sunset the Live on Zoom option. Declining artist applications and reduced audience attendance over the past two years drove this decision. Pre-recorded content will continue to be available on Vimeo and YouTube.

Local Merchandise Partner

We are partnering with a local printing company to handle standard printing as well as buttons, stickers, and T-shirts. The strong T-shirt interest we saw last year caught us underprepared—a local partnership should solve that for good.

2027 Ticket Pricing

Ticket prices are increasing for the 2027 season. Artist revenue shares are detailed below.

Ticket Type	Price	Goes to Artists
Live In-Person / Screenings	$20	$16
Pre-recorded (Vimeo)	$15	$12
YouTube Content	Free	—
2-Show Pass	$35	$28 total ($14/show)
5-Show Pass	$80	$70 total ($14/show)

Venue & Dates

The Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre

We are returning to The Scoundrel & Scamp Theatre—a venue with exceptional facilities and a wonderful team. We look forward to continuing that relationship.

Festival Dates: Thursday, January 28 – Sunday, January 31, 2027

Applications open July 1, 2026

tucsonfringe.org

Questions? Email tucsonfringe@gmail.com

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KOSO THEATRE COLLECTIVE presents ALABASTER

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:49:16 +0000

KOSO THEATRE COLLECTIVE

PRESENTS

ALABASTER

by Audrey Cefaly

PERFORMANCES

July 9 • 10 • 11 • 12, 2025

Admission: FREE

Where: 125 E Pennington St room #700

About the Play

Alabaster is a raw, darkly comic two-hander by Alabama playwright Audrey Cefaly. A photographer and a goat farmer meet in a field in rural Alabama, and what unfolds is a searing examination of art, pain, grief, and unlikely connection. With a tornado looming on the horizon—a storm that may or may not be coming—two women stand their ground and face each other with brutal honesty and unexpected grace.

RESERVE YOUR SEATS

While admission is free, seating is limited. Reserve your place now:

▶ Click Here to Make Your Reservation

KOSO Theatre Collective

All performances free and open to the community

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ARTS EXPRESS THEATRE PRESENTS: COME FROM AWAY

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:29:54 +0000

ARTS EXPRESS THEATRE PROUDLY PRESENTS

COME FROM AWAY

A Musical Based on a Remarkable True Story

"It takes you to a place you never want to leave!"

— Newsweek

"One of the most beautiful pieces of theatre I've ever seen. It will restore your faith in humanity."

— The New York Times Critics' Pick

Tickets and info: https://www.arts-express.org/shows/come-from-away#SimpleTix-Embed

About the Show

At 9:26 a.m. on September 11, 2001, the Federal Aviation Administration shut down U.S. airspace in the wake of the worst terrorist attack on American soil. In the hours that followed, 38 planes carrying approximately 7,000 passengers from dozens of countries were diverted to Gander International Airport — a remote hub in Newfoundland, Canada. Overnight, this town of 9,000 people nearly doubled in population.

What happened next is the heart of Come From Away. Without hesitation, the people of Gander — and the surrounding communities of Gambo, Appleton, Glenwood, and beyond — opened their schools, churches, lodges, and homes to the stranded "plane people." They fed them, clothed them, cared for their pets, and welcomed them as family. By the time the planes finally departed days later, defenses had melted away, unexpected romances had bloomed, and friendships were forged that would last a lifetime.

The title carries a local meaning: in Newfoundland, anyone not born on the island is a "come from away." This musical is a tribute to what happened when the world came from away — and Gander said: you are welcome here.

A story of kindness in the face of tragedy, Come From Away is at once deeply moving and unexpectedly joyful — a celebration of human connection, resilience, and the extraordinary power of generosity. Every event in the show is based on a real event. Every character is a tribute to a real person.

The Story Behind the Story

Canadian husband-and-wife writing team Irene Sankoff and David Hein were living in New York on the morning of September 11, 2001 — close enough to see the smoke rising from the Twin Towers. A decade later, they traveled to Gander on the tenth anniversary of the attacks to interview the residents and the "plane people" who had found themselves together in one of history's most extraordinary moments. What they heard changed them.

"We didn't want to write a 9/11 musical," Hein has explained. "We wanted to write a story about our friends in Newfoundland."

Their first staged reading was held in January 2012. The show then traveled through La Jolla Playhouse (world premiere), Seattle Repertory Theatre, Ford's Theatre in Washington D.C., and the Royal Alexandra Theatre in Toronto — breaking box office records at each stop — before opening on Broadway at the Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre on March 12, 2017.

The Broadway production ran for 1,669 performances, closing October 2, 2022. The West End production played 1,048 performances in London. A live capture of the Broadway production — filmed as Broadway's first company to reopen following the pandemic — is available on Apple TV+ in over 100 countries.

Awards & Recognition

Come From Away has earned global acclaim, accumulating 37 award nominations and 13 wins across the globe:

71st Tony Awards (2017): Best Direction of a Musical (Christopher Ashley) — plus six additional nominations including Best Musical and Best Original Score
2019 Olivier Awards, London: Best New Musical — plus four total Olivier Awards
Drama Desk Awards: Outstanding Musical and Outstanding Book of a Musical (Sankoff & Hein), among three total wins
Outer Critics Circle: Five awards, including Outstanding New Broadway Musical
Grammy Award Nomination: Best Musical Theater Album for the original Broadway cast recording
Helen Hayes Awards: Four wins, including Outstanding Production, for the Washington D.C. production
New York Times Critics' Pick: Named a must-see by the Times for its entire Broadway run
Apple TV+: Live capture streaming to 100+ countries — the first Broadway company to reopen post-pandemic

Original Creative Team

BOOK, MUSIC & LYRICS

Irene Sankoff & David Hein

ORIGINAL BROADWAY DIRECTION

Christopher Ashley (Tony Award winner)

MUSICAL STAGING

Kelly Devine (Tony Nominee)

ORCHESTRATIONS

August Eriksmoen

ARRANGEMENTS

Ian Eisendrath

ORIGINAL PRODUCTION

Junkyard Dog Productions

LICENSED THROUGH

Music Theatre International (MTI)

AVAILABLE ON

Apple TV+ (Live Broadway Recording)

Arts Express Theatre Production Team

DIRECTOR

Dana Milne

MUSIC DIRECTOR

Elizabeth Spencer

CHOREOGRAPHER

Simone Jolivet-Manuel

STAGE MANAGER

Reese Tyburec

SCENIC DESIGN

Izzy Georgiades

COSTUME DESIGN

Nicolette Gudenkauf

LIGHTING DESIGN

Diana Knoepfle

SOUND DESIGN

Michael Dunn

MAKE-UP & HAIR

Amber Lackmann

PROPS MANAGER

Harlie Yingling

Cast

Come From Away is performed by a company of twelve actors who each play multiple roles — both the residents of Gander and the stranded international travelers. The Arts Express production features the following cast:

PERFORMER	ROLE
Dennis Tamblyn	Claude & Others
Regina Wills	Hannah & Others
Amy Williams	Beulah & Others
Amy Gustin Millin	Beverly & Others
Caroline Murphy	Diane & Others
Kevin Orduño	Kevin T. / Garth & Others
Rafael J. Acuña	Kevin J. / Ali & Others
Aurora Hunter	Janice & Others
Dylan Jackson	Bob & Others
AJ Lepore	Oz & Others
Dennis O'Dell	Nick & Others
Abigail Dunscomb	Bonnie & Others

Understudies: Malinia Coleman (Hannah), Alec Errhalt (Kevin T./Nick), Rachael Fornof (Beverly/Bonnie), Martin Lamb (Claude/Oz), Theona Moloney (Diane/Janice), Sara Platter (Beulah)

Performance Details

Run Dates

June 19 – July 12, 2026

Venue

Arts Express Theatre (Mainstage)

Runtime

100 minutes (No intermission)

Ages

Recommended 10+ (References 9/11; some profanity)

Schedule

Fri–Sat at 7:00 PM Sat–Sun at 2:00 PM

Tickets

arts-express.org (520) 319-0400

SCHEDULE NOTE: Both shows on the July 4th holiday (Friday) are canceled. Replacement performances have been added on Sunday, June 28 at 7:00 PM and Sunday, July 5 at 7:00 PM.

Seating & Your Experience

Arts Express Theatre offers an intimate cabaret-style experience — every party, no matter the size, receives its own table. Tables are arranged in rows with different vantage points and heights:

A Row (Front, Premium): Closest to the stage. Maximum 4 guests per table.
B & C Row (Standard): Standard-height tables. Maximum 6 guests per table.
D Row (High-Top): Bar-height tables with stools. Maximum 4 guests per table.
E Row (Mezzanine): Two-top tables, accessible by stairs.
F Row (Mezzanine, ADA): Elevated standard-height tables; accessible via stairs or ADA ramp. Maximum 6 guests per table.
G Row (Mezzanine, Top): Highest available seating. Maximum 6 guests per table.

Lobby opens one hour before each performance. Seating begins 30 minutes before curtain. Complimentary parking available. No refunds; exchanges with 24+ hours' notice only.

Community Spirit

In the tradition of Gander's generosity, Arts Express Theatre has partnered with the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona for this production. Audiences are warmly encouraged to bring canned goods and non-perishable food items to every performance. Donations will be collected in the lobby.

There will also be a preshow celebration of the "Spirit of Gander" at select performances, featuring live musical performances and more. Visit arts-express.org for details.

On 9/11, the world stopped. On 9/12, their stories moved us all.

Don't miss this extraordinary true story — live at Arts Express Theatre.

arts-express.org | (520) 319-0400 | info@arts-express.org

5870 East Broadway Blvd #214, Tucson, Arizona 85711

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Old Pueblo Playwrights weekly meeting 6-22-2026

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:16:20 +0000

From: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, June 22, 2026 5:06 AM
Subject: Reminder/Invitation to atten OPP weekly meeting 6-22-2026

Old Pueblo Playwrights cordially invite you to attend their weekly meeting Monday, June 22, 2026 beginning at 7 pm \

This is the forth Monday of the month, so our meeting will be only on Zoom. Zoom link below.

NO PLAY READING IS SCHEDULED FOR TOMORROW.

Mel Hector will present a talk on construction the ten minute play. A writing exercise will be offered to any who wish to participate. I don't know any more about this than you do. So tune in for an hour or two of creative writing.

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OPP MASTER SCHEDULE 2026

JUNE 29 ZOOM Results of last week’s writing exercise. Discussion

JULY 6 HYBRID “,,,somewhere, a dog barks” by Philip Lester

JULY 13 HYBRID Jeffrey Webster

“Killing to the Sound of Trumpets” (1^st read)

JULY 20 HYBRID OPEN

JULY 27 ZOOM OPEN

AUG 3 HYBRIB OPEN

AUG 10 HYBRID OPEN

AUG 17 HYBRID OPEN

AUG 24 ZOOM OPEN

Satellite play fest in green valley

AUG 31 ZOON OPEN

SEPT 7 HYBRID Leslie Powell new full length play

SEPT 14 HYBRID OPEN

SEPT 21 HYBRID “Belle and Beast” by Sarah Wetzel 2^nd read

SEPT 28 ZOOM OPEN

OCT 5 HYBRID Jeff Webster

“Killing To The Sound of Trumpets” (2^nd read)

OCT 12 HYBRID OPEN

OCT 18 HYBRID OPEN

OCT 26 ZOOM OPEN

NOV 2 HYBRID OPP ELECTIONS

John Vornholt will not stand for re-election as OPP President.

NOV 9 HYBRID OPEN

NOV 16 HYBRIS OPEN

NOV 23 ZOOM OPEN

NOV 30ZOOM OPEN

DEC 7HYBRID OPEN

DEC 14 HYBRID OPEN

DEC 21HYBRID OPEN

DEC 28 ZOOMOPEN

2027 OPP NEW PLAY FESTIVAL

MARCH 30 – APRIL 4 INVISIBLE THEATRE

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O.P.P. ZOOM MEETING ETIQUETTE ENABLE AUDIO AND VIDEO TO PARTICIPATE IN OPENING GREETING SECTION Of MEETING.TURN OFF YOUR VIDEO AND AUDIO WHILE A READING IS IN PROGRESS (ONLY THE ACTORS SHOULD BE HEARD AND SEEN DURING A READING) TURN ON YOUR VIDEO AND AUDIO TO PARTICIPATE IN DISCUSSIONS AFTER EACH READING.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR COOPERATION.Regarding our ZOOM calls - you may find it easier to have ZOOM downloaded on your computer OR your phone. It is a free application. [GO TO http://www.ZOOM.US TO ACQUIRE THE PROGRAM]

EVERY Monday, we will again present a “regular” OPP meeting via ZOOM. Here are the instruction of how to tune in. NOTE: THIS IS UNLIMITED TIME USE. The link is the same every week.

Melvin Hector is Treasurer and host of Old Pueblo Playwrights meetings.

Melvin Hector is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

MEL HECTORS PHONE (520)488-9229

just click on the link below.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87825748620?pwd=MThna0VHWjBkYVBiUEpXWWJ3bno5Zz09

Meeting ID: 878 2574 8620

Passcode: 544241

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Meeting ID: 878 2574 8620

Passcode: 544241

Find your local number: Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing

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OPP Minutes of the Meeting are only sent to paid members and others who join the conversation providing I have email addresses for them.

Old Pueblo Playwrights Reminder/Invitations are sent to over 200 individuals including all paid members, (31) actor/readers (111) and general mailing list (124) plus one-time invitees.

Your OPP Secretary

ZINK aka David Zinke

Be Good To You

PAY DUES, MAKE A DONATION, CORRESPOND

Old Pueblo Playwrights

P.O. Box 35154

Tucson, AZ 85740

ZELLE ACCOUNT INFO:

The Old Pueblo Playwrights

520 488 9229

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BROADWAY IN TUCSON PRESENTS HELL'S KITCHEN, Music & Lyrics by Alicia Keys

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:13:03 +0000

BROADWAY IN TUCSON PROUDLY PRESENTS

HELL'S KITCHEN

The Broadway Musical | Music & Lyrics by Alicia Keys

"Thrilling from beginning to end — a rare must-see!"

— The New York Times Critic's Pick

About the Show

Experience where dreams begin. Ali is a 17-year-old girl full of fire — searching for freedom, passion, and her place in the world. Rebellious and stifled by an overprotective single mother, Ali is lost until she meets her mentor: a neighbor who opens her heart and mind to the transformative power of the piano.

Set to the pulsing rhythm of 1990s New York City, Hell's Kitchen is ultimately a love story between a mother and daughter — about finding yourself, your purpose, and the community that lifts you. Come remember where dreams begin.

The music is an extraordinary blend: beloved Alicia Keys classics like "Fallin'," "No One," "Girl on Fire," "If I Ain't Got You," and "Empire State of Mind" — alongside entirely new songs written exclusively for the production. Rearranged and reinterpreted for the theatrical stage, these are songs you know but have never heard quite like this.

A Decade in the Making

The journey to Broadway was itself a love story with the art form. Alicia Keys spent more than thirteen years dreaming, developing, and finding inspiration for a musical rooted in her own formative years growing up in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood of Manhattan. Her first brush with Broadway came in 2011, when she composed original music for Stick Fly — an experience that both captivated her and revealed how underrepresented diverse stories were on the Great White Way.

In June 2023, Keys announced Hell's Kitchen to the world. The musical made its world premiere at The Public Theater in New York — the legendary Off-Broadway institution that launched A Chorus Line and Hamilton — opening on November 19, 2023. Demand was so overwhelming that the run was extended twice, closing January 14, 2024.

The Broadway debut followed at the historic Shubert Theatre — the same house where A Chorus Line ran for sixteen glorious years after its own Public Theater transfer. Previews began March 28, 2024, with an official opening night of April 20, 2024. The Broadway production closed February 22, 2026, after a triumphant near-two-year run.

Awards & Acclaim

Hell's Kitchen arrived on Broadway and immediately became one of the most decorated musicals in recent memory:

77th Tony Awards (2024): 13 nominations — including Best Musical — winning Best Leading Actress in a Musical (Maleah Joi Moon as Ali) and Best Featured Actress in a Musical (Kecia Lewis as Miss Liza Jane)
67th Grammy Awards (2025): Best Musical Theater Album for the Original Broadway Cast Recording — produced by Alicia Keys, Adam Blackstone, and Tom Kitt
Drama Desk Awards: Three wins, including Outstanding Projection and Video Design
Drama League & Lucille Lortel Awards: Multiple nominations and wins for the Off-Broadway production
New York Times: Named a Critic's Pick and praised as "thrilling from beginning to end — a rare must-see"
The Guardian: 5 out of 5 stars — "If this show doesn't bullet to Broadway, we should all give up"

The Creative Team

MUSIC & LYRICS

Alicia Keys

BOOK

Kristoffer Diaz
(Pulitzer Prize Finalist)

DIRECTION

Michael Greif
(Four-time Tony Nominee)

CHOREOGRAPHY

Camille A. Brown
(Four-time Tony Nominee)

ORCHESTRATIONS

Tom Kitt & Adam Blackstone

ARRANGEMENTS

Alicia Keys & Adam Blackstone

SCENIC DESIGN

Robert Brill

COSTUME DESIGN

Dede Ayite

LIGHTING DESIGN

Natasha Katz

SOUND DESIGN

Gareth Owen

The National Tour

Following its landmark Broadway run, Hell's Kitchen launched its first North American national tour in October 2025, bringing the show to thirty cities in its inaugural touring year. The production preserves the full theatrical scale and emotional power of the Broadway original, with its complete creative vision intact.

Tucson marks one of the most anticipated stops on the tour — six nights only at Centennial Hall

Tucson Performance Details

Engagement

August 18–23, 2026

Venue

Centennial Hall University of Arizona

Presenter

Broadway in Tucson 20th Anniversary Season

Runtime

2 hrs 31 min with one intermission

Ages

Recommended ages 8+ Strong language / mature themes

Tickets

broadwayintucson.com or call your local box office

NOTE: The show contains haze effects, strobe lighting, some strong language, and moments with mature themes. All persons entering the theatre, regardless of age, must have a ticket. Children under age 5 will not be admitted.

Experience Where Dreams Begin

broadwayintucson.com

888 North Euclid Avenue, Room 202, Tucson AZ 85719 | info@broadwayintucson.com

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Troubadour Theatre casting male-identifying actors age 12-18 for Into the Woods

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:05:56 +0000

From: Troubadour Theatre <troubadourtheatre@yahoo.com>
Sent: Monday, June 22, 2026 1:32 AM
Subject: Troubadour Theatre casting male-identifying actors age 12-18 for Into the Woods

Troubadour Theatre is casting our summer youth production of Into the Woods Jr, and is search of more male-identifying actors ages 12-18 to play several leading male roles. Possible roles include the Baker, both Princes, and the Wolf. All have solo singing part. (Actors cast don't actually have to be male-identifying if they are comfortable playing male roles and can handle the vocal range). Actors must be 18 or under as this is a youth production.

This is performed as part of our Broadway Bound musical theatre camp, open to ages 10-18. There are still a few more openings for actors of any gender if others are interested in signing up.

Auditions normally take place the first day of camp July 6, but if anyone is only interested in auditioning for a specific role without committing, we can arrange advance auditions. Please email and let us know if you would like to do that.

Camp/rehearsal dates:

3 weeks, July 6-24, 2026, Mon-Fri 9am-4:30pm

Performances 3:30pm and 6pm on Friday July 24

Rehearsal Location: Arizona Theatre Company rehearsal hall, 330 S Scott Ave, Tucson AZ 85701

More info http://www.troubadourtheatre.com or contact Kristen Wheeler at 520-980-9578 or troubadourtheatre@yahoo.com

If any directors or theatre teachers are reading this and know of an actor you could pass this info along to, please do! We are happy to trade advertising if you have an upcoming show you'd like us to promote. We appreciate your help!

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Bennett TheatreLab CELEBRATING 50 YEARS, Summer acting classes

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:46:02 +0000

From: philipgbennett@yahoo.com <philipgbennett@yahoo.com>
Sent: Saturday, June 20, 2026 1:51 AM
Subject: AD CELEBRATING 50 YEARS-2 Text added

The Bennett TheatreLab & Conservatory “Growth of Body, Mind and Soul.”

Master Classes in the Stanislavsky System of Acting

SUMMER SHOWCASE: Sunday, August 16, 2026 – 2:00 pm

Summer Term: July 6 through August 16, 2026

The TheatreLab offers: Active Analysis through Physical Actions. The Lab is a safe, intimate and supportive environment for honest exploration and artistic growth. A place for the serious novice and professional alike.

Classes Include: Meditation, Psychophysical Conditioning Exercises, Voice and Speech, Dramatic improvisation, Scene Study, Active Text Analysis through Physical Actions, Shakespeare and the Classics, Public Performance Scene Nights

Foundation Technique: Saturday – 12:00 – 2:45 – 6 weeks

Introduction to the Stanislavsky System of Psychophysical Action. First steps to Building a Character through Improvisational techniques.

Classical Acting: Sunday – 6:00 – 8:45 - 6 weeks

A workshop based on the amazing vocal and physical exercises as practiced by the Royal Shakespeare Company. Emphasis on Shakespeare and includes work on Greek drama and other major classical texts.

In-Depth and Advanced Character Exploration: Monday – 6:00 – 8:45 –, 6 weeks (Audit Only - FULL)

Emphasis on Contemporary texts: Requires ability to Improvise Actions for Text Analysis. Foundation Technique is a prerequisite or its equivalent.

For further Information and request to AUDIT classes…

www.BennettTheatreLab.com

The Lab is located at the Historic Y, 300 University Blvd. Tucson, AZ (Entrance on 5^th Avenue)

Philip G. Bennett, Founder, Artistic Director is internationally recognized as a master teacher of the Stanislavsky System of Acting with 56 years of experience. He holds a BA in Humanities and a graduate Certificate of Mastery from the renowned American Stanislavsky Theatre in New York, where he served as actor, teacher and Assistant Artistic Director to Sonia Moore, émigré actress/director from the Third Studio of the Moscow Art Theatre. Bennett founded the San Francisco Theatre Academy, with film affiliates in the Bay Area and Hollywood. He is a recipient of the prestigious Hollywood DramaLogue Award for Best Direction and Debut of a New Company. Graduate students appear regularly in film and television and are accepted in conservatories and repertory companies in the US and the UK. Mr. Bennett’s new textbook, written with co-writer Prof. Stephanie Daventry French, Experiencing Stanislavsky Today, published by Routledge Academic Publishers, London and New York.

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Tucson Improv Movement UPCOMING SHOWS & CLASSES

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 22:08:22 +0000

UPCOMING SHOWS & CLASSES

Tucson Improv Movement

Justin's home from England and ready to get back on the TIM stage! Here's everything coming up this weekend, plus a look ahead at summer classes, the TIM Gym, and Improv Jam.

Theater closed July 3–4 and July 12–13 for a deep clean and a summer refresh — see you back live and local after that!

This Weekend's Shows

Friday Night

6:30 pm — Improv Jam

7:30 pm — The Soapbox w/Steve Wagner

8:30 pm — The Ovarachievers + The Riveters

Saturday Night

6:30 pm — Comedy Happy Hour

7:30 pm — The Game Show Show

8:30 pm — The Experience + Slumber Party Massacre

Sunday Matinee

2:00 pm — No Show This Week

Friday's 8:30 pm show is a must-see: two all-female improv groups, The Ovarachievers and The Riveters, share the stage — and it's a last chance to catch fan-favorite performer Clare Shelley before she leaves Tucson.

Comedy Happy Hour kicks off Saturday at 6:30 pm with a dollar off drinks, followed by Tucson's only improvised game show at 7:30 pm.

Featured Guest: The Soapbox

The Soapbox w/Steven Wagner

(Re)telling Tucson's Story — Friday at 7:30 pm

Steve is an estate planning attorney by day and a circus performer by night. Born in Tucson and raised in Phoenix, he co-founded the local circus troupe Cirque Collective and spends his free time juggling, practicing acro yoga, and playing the drums.

Three short, personal stories from Steve at 7:30 pm will inspire Tucson's premier improv comedy team.

TIM Gym — Summer 2026

Treat your improv like a gym membership!

During our summer comedy school hiatus, join the TIM Gym for weekly 90-minute classes with our Comedy School Instructors and TIM Coaches — each one focused on a specific improv skill. Membership covers June and July, and once you're signed up you can take as many classes as you'd like.

Monthly membership: $40
Both months: $70
À la carte — price isn't based on attending every class
No refunds or credits; membership is non-transferable

TIM Gym Schedule

Date	Time	Instructor
Thu, June 11	6:00–7:30 pm	Lindsay McEldowney
Sat, June 13	1:00–2:30 pm	Cristin Phibbs
Thu, June 18	7:00–8:30 pm	Adam Chen
Mon, June 22	6:00–7:30 pm	Susan Leonetti
Wed, July 1	6:00–7:30 pm	Kallie Siderewicz
Thu, July 9	7:00–8:30 pm	Czarina Nafarrate
Wed, July 15	6:00–7:30 pm	Sean Bottai
Sat, July 25	1:00–2:30 pm	Amanda Tennyson
Mon, July 27	6:00–7:30 pm	Jess Hill

Upcoming Classes

Improv Comedy

101 — Wednesday, July 15 with Alec Young
101 Intensive — Saturday, September 5 with Jessica Hill
201 — Wednesday, August 26 with Czarina Nafarrate
301 — Monday, July 20 with Justin Lukasewicz
401 — Tuesday, July 21 with Zack Armstrong
501 — Tuesday, September 1 with Justin Lukasewicz

Stand Up Comedy

101 — Sunday, July 16 with Rory Monserat

Sketch Comedy

Coming soon — stay tuned!

The Improv 101 class starting July 15th with Alec Young is almost sold out — grab your spot today!

Improv Jam — Free & Open to Everyone

Want to try improv? Now you can! Come try it out in a fun, safe environment at the Jam every Friday at 6:30 pm — it's free and open to everyone. Then stay for The Soapbox at 7:30 pm for just $5.

Tucson Improv Movement · 414 E 9th Street, Tucson, AZ 85705

Secure your seats, register for class, or grab a TIM Gym membership — we can't wait to see you on stage!

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Old Pueblo Playwrights weekly meeting 6-15-26

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:05:40 +0000

From: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, June 14, 2026 9:17 PM
Subject: Reminder/Invitation to attend OPP weekly meeting 6-15-26

Old Pueblo Playwrights cordially invite you to attend their weekly meeting, Monday June 15, 2026 beginning at 7pm. This is the third Monday of the month, so we will have a Hybrid meeting. You can join us in person at St. Francis in the Foothills, Room 50. ( Campus map attached) Alternately you can join us on Zoom. Zoom link below.

FEATURED PLAYWRIGHTS: ADRIAN CORY AND PHILIP LESTER

“Landfill” retitled to “All That Lies Beneath” by Adrian Cory (30 mins) 2nd read

“All That Lies Beneath”

JILL - Robin Carson

EVE - Hannah Taylor

FRAN - Kristen Kallen-Keck

NISHA - Petra Polzin

HENRIETTA - Diane Ouradnik

Stage directions/Facilitator - Angela Cory

"Alexas' Anonymous." By Philip Lester (15 min) 1^st cold read

“A Quiet Word” by Adrian Cory details TBA

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OPP MASTER SCHEDULE 2026

JUNE 22 ZOOM How to write a 10 minute play - writing exercise workshop

JUNE 29 ZOOM Results of last week’s writing exercise. Discussion

JULY 6 HYBRID “,,,somewhere, a dog barks” by Philip Lester

JULY 13 HYBRID Jeffrey Webster

“Killing to the Sound of Trumpets” (1^st read)

JULY 20 HYBRID OPEN

JULY 27 ZOOM OPEN

AUG 3 HYBRIB OPEN

AUG 10 HYBRID OPEN

AUG 17 HYBRID OPEN

AUG 24 ZOOM OPEN

AUG 24 - 30 Satellite play fest in Green Valley

AUG 31 ZOON OPEN

SEPT 7 HYBRID Leslie Powell new full length play

SEPT 14 HYBRID OPEN

SEPT 21 HYBRID “Belle and Beast” by Sarah Wetzel 2^nd read

SEPT 28 ZOOM OPEN

OCT 5 HYBRID Jeff Webster

“Killing To The Sound of Trumpets” (2^nd read)

OCT 12 HYBRID OPEN

OCT 18 HYBRID OPEN

OCT 26 ZOOM OPEN

NOV 2 HYBRID OPP ELECTIONS

John Vornholt will not stand for re-election as OPP President.

NOV 9 HYBRID OPEN

NOV 16 HYBRIS OPEN

NOV 23 ZOOM OPEN

NOV 30ZOOM OPEN

DEC 7HYBRID OPEN

DEC 14 HYBRID OPEN

DEC 21HYBRID OPEN

DEC 28 ZOOM OPEN

2027 OPP NEW PLAY FESTIVAL

MARCH 30 – APRIL 4 INVISIBLE THEATRE

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EVERY Monday, we will again present a “regular” OPP meeting via ZOOM. Here are the instruction of how to tune in. NOTE: THIS IS UNLIMITED TIME USE. The link is the same every week.

Melvin Hector is Treasurer and host of Old Pueblo Playwrights meetings.

Melvin Hector is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

MEL HECTORS PHONE (520)488-9229

just click on the link below.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87825748620?pwd=MThna0VHWjBkYVBiUEpXWWJ3bno5Zz09

Meeting ID: 878 2574 8620

Passcode: 544241

One tap mobile

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Dial by your location

+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)

+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

+1 669 444 9171 US

+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)

+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)

+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

+1 386 347 5053 US

+1 564 217 2000 US

+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

+1 646 931 3860 US

Meeting ID: 878 2574 8620

Passcode: 544241

Find your local number: Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing

OPP Minutes of the Meeting are only sent to paid members and others who join the conversation providing I have email addresses for them.

Old Pueblo Playwrights Reminder/Invitations are sent to over 200 individuals including all paid members, (31) actor/readers (111) and general mailing list (124) plus one-time invitees.

Your OPP Secretary

ZINK aka David Zinke

Be Good To You

PAY DUES, MAKE A DONATION, CORRESPOND

Old Pueblo Playwrights

P.O. Box 35154

Tucson, AZ 85740

ZELLE ACCOUNT INFO:

The Old Pueblo Playwrights

520 488 9229

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INVISIBLE THEATRE Call for Actors: Going IT Alone 2027

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 05:40:12 +0000

THE INVISIBLE THEATRE

Call for Actors

Going IT Alone 2027

By Various Writers

Invisible Theatre • 1400 N. 1st Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719

About the Show

Going IT Alone is the Invisible Theatre’s annual celebration of the actor and the playwright — a unique showcase of original monologues that places a single performer center stage with nothing between them and the audience. Now entering its 7th year, this beloved series draws monologue submissions from across the country and around the world (over 600 submissions last year!), from which 12–14 are selected, cast, rehearsed, and staged in an evening of singular theatrical storytelling.

Solo performance is a unique experience for the actor, the playwright, and the audience alike. Actors take the stage alone and must singularly engage the audience — a remarkable and rewarding challenge for any performer.

How It Works

Playwrights submit original short monologues, which are reviewed by a selection committee. The production team then selects 12–14 pieces, casts actors from the Tucson theatre community, and stages each monologue as part of an evening-length showcase. The show is directed by Invisible Theatre Artistic Associate Gretchen Wirges.

Past productions have featured work by both local and international playwrights, and have showcased some of Tucson’s finest acting talent. All experience levels in the Tucson theatre community are welcome to apply — including actors who have appeared in previous Going IT Alone productions.

How to Be Considered

If you are interested in being considered for a role in the 2027 production of Going IT Alone, please complete the online interest form at the link below. All actors — including those who have appeared in previous years — must submit the form.

Complete the Interest Form at:

https://forms.gle/CLQbbsTcdha43Wzt5

Questions? Reach out to Gretchen Wirges, IT Artistic Associate.

About The Invisible Theatre

Founded in 1971, The Invisible Theatre is one of Tucson’s most enduring professional theatre companies, producing works that reflect the full spectrum of the human experience. The IT has a long and proud history of championing original work and solo performance. Going IT Alone carries on that tradition.

Website: invisibletheatre.com Email: info@theinvisibletheatre.com

Address: 1400 N. 1st Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719 Phone: 520-882-9721

The Invisible Theatre is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Est. 1971.

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BROADWAY IN TUCSON presents Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:05:11 +0000

BROADWAY IN TUCSON • CENTENNIAL HALL

Disney's

BEAUTY

AND THE

BEAST

✦ 30th Anniversary Production ✦

A tale as old as time — brought to life with new sets, dazzling costumes, and an Oscar®-winning score.

DATES	Tuesday, June 16 – Sunday, June 21, 2026
VENUE	Centennial Hall \| 1020 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ
TICKETS	Various prices — visit broadwayintucson.com
TIMES	Check broadwayintucson.com for complete schedule

ABOUT THE PRODUCTION

One of Broadway’s most beloved classics returns to Tucson for its landmark 30th anniversary. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is a musical filled with romance and grandeur — the enchanting tale audiences know and cherish, reimagined with spectacular new sets and costumes that dazzle from the first curtain to the last.

The show features the complete Oscar®-winning and Tony Award®-nominated score, including beloved songs “Be Our Guest,” “Something There,” and the timeless title number “Beauty and the Beast.” A touring production of rare theatrical ambition, it stands as the crowning achievement of its season.

HIGHLIGHTS

✨ Oscar®-winning original score with beloved songs including “Be Our Guest”

✨ Tony Award®-nominated book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice

✨ All-new sets and costumes for the 30th Anniversary production

✨ Presented by Broadway in Tucson at the magnificent Centennial Hall

✨ Perfect for the entire family — a once-in-a-generation theatrical event

TICKETS & INFORMATION

https://broadwayintucson.com/

Centennial Hall Box Office | 1020 E. University Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85721

As featured in the Tucson Weekly, June 11–17, 2026

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Tucson Improv Movement UPCOMING SHOWS and Classes

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:56:15 +0000

Tucson Improv Movement

UPCOMING SHOWS

This Weekend at Tucson Improv Movement

Friday Night

6:30 pm — Improv Jam (FREE)

7:30 pm — The Soapbox w/ Kristen Hoggatt-Abader

8:30 pm — Femme Drop

Saturday Night

6:30 pm — Comedy Happy Hour

7:30 pm — Tootpole: A Musical Comedy Extravaganza

8:30 pm — LFT + Deconditioned

Sunday Matinee

2:00 pm — No Show

Tickets and information

FEATURED SHOW: THE SOAPBOX

w/ Kristen Hoggatt-Abader | Friday at 7:30 pm

Kristen Hoggatt-Abader is a poet and University of Arizona writing instructor whose passions include dress-up, plotting corporate takeovers, and — obviously — poetry. She is currently at work on a novel in verse titled The Uber Driver's Wife. Three short personal stories from Kristen will set the stage for Tucson's premier improv comedy team.

Everyone has a story to tell — come hear three of them, then watch them become something unexpected.

Come try the FREE Improv Jam at 6:30 pm, then stay for the Soapbox for just $5!

ALSO THIS SATURDAY: LFT + DECONDITIONED

Saturday Night · 8:30 pm

Long-form improv may be the punk rock of comedy, and LFT + Deconditioned wear that badge proudly. Hard-core. Guaranteed. This is improv with an edge — structure inside chaos.

TIM GYM — SUMMER 2026

Treat your improv like a gym membership!

The TIM Gym creates a flexible learning option during the summer hiatus — take weekly 90-minute classes with Comedy School instructors and TIM coaches whenever your schedule allows. A membership lets you attend as many classes as you like.

One Month

$40

June or July

Both Months

$70

June + July — Best Value

Get Your TIM Gym Membership today!

SCHEDULE

June 2026

Date	Time	Instructor
Thursday, June 11	6:00–7:30 pm	Lindsay McEldowney
Saturday, June 13	1:00–2:30 pm	Cristin Phibbs
Thursday, June 18	7:00–8:30 pm	Adam Chen
Monday, June 22	6:00–7:30 pm	Susan Leonetti
Wednesday, July 1	6:00–7:30 pm	Kallie Siderewicz
Thursday, July 9	7:00–8:30 pm	Czarina Naffarate
Wednesday, July 15	6:00–7:30 pm	Sean Bottai
Saturday, July 25	1:00–2:30 pm	Amanda Tennyson
Monday, July 27	6:00–7:30 pm	Jess Hill

UPCOMING CLASSES

Improv Comedy 101

Wednesdays starting July 15

with Alec Young

Stand-Up Comedy

Coming Soon

Sketch Comedy

Coming Soon

June28, 2026 Tucson Improv Movement Auditions

TIM will have its next audition on Sunday, June 28th at the TIM Comedy Theater on 414 East 9th Street.

We will be auditioning new company members - 3:00-4:30 PM

TIM will be auditioning for Company Members, and members will be assigned to several House teams.

Register online

Tucson Improv Movement Comedy Theater | 414 E 9th Street, Tucson AZ 85705 | tucsonimprov.com

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FILM TUCSON Monthly Film Mixer

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:17:35 +0000

FILM TUCSON · AZ PRODUCTION ASSOCIATION

FILM MIXER

Southern Arizona's Monthly Film Community Gathering

Eat. Drink. Network.

EVENT DETAILS
DATE	Wednesday, June 24, 2026
TIME	6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
VENUE	The Jackrabbit Lounge 2000 N Oracle Rd., Tucson, AZ 85705
PARKING	Ample parking available
AGES	21+ (Arizona drinking age)
COST	FREE admission \| Food & beverages available for purchase

Crew, actors, directors, producers — all of Southern Arizona's film community is welcome.

No RSVP required — just show up. Look for the Film Tucson banners.

Questions? Contact Monica Lopez at mlopez@visittucson.org

Co-hosted by Film Tucson and the AZ Production Association

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Casting Call: Buffalo Soldier Short Film, "En Passant"

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:11:41 +0000

SOUTHERN ARIZONA FILM SOCIETY · SOAZFILM

CALL FOR ACTORS

Buffalo Soldier Short Film

“En Passant”

PAID ROLES AVAILABLE

Naco / Bisbee, Arizona · Camp Naco · June 15–16, 2026

ABOUT THE PROJECT

SoAZFilm, with the support of the Naco Heritage Alliance, is producing “En Passant,” a short film set at Camp Naco — the historic home of the famed Buffalo Soldiers. This student production is part of the Southern Arizona Student Academia and features collaboration among student filmmakers from Southern Arizona and Northern Sonora.

CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES

COLONEL

Colonel — 10th Cavalry Regiment

Male · Caucasian · Age range: 50s–60s

SGT. MATTHEWS

Sergeant Matthews — 24th Infantry Regiment

Male · African American · Age range: 40s–50s

PVT. HAWKINS

Private Hawkins — 10th Cavalry Regiment

Male · Caucasian · Age range: 20s–30s

PRODUCTION DETAILS

FILMING DATES

Monday, June 15 – Tuesday, June 16, 2026

LOCATION

Camp Naco, Naco / Bisbee, Arizona

COMPENSATION

$250 stipend for both shooting days (paid roles)

PROVIDED

Food and costumes provided for all cast

BACKGROUND

Unpaid background extras also needed — credit provided

HOW TO APPLY

A headshot must be submitted to be considered for a paid role. Complete the casting form at the link below:

Submit Casting Form & Headshot

docs.google.com/forms/…/viewform

Questions? Contact us at info@soazfilm.org

SoAZFilm · Southern Arizona Film Society · soazfilm.org · info@soazfilm.org

Produced in partnership with the Naco Heritage Alliance · Camp Naco Est. 1914

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Old Pueblo Playwrights weekly meeting 6-8-26

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:33:02 +0000

From: David Zinke <dzinkmeister@yahoo.com>
Sent: Sunday, June 7, 2026 7:33 PM
Subject: Reminder/Invitation to attend OPP weekly meeting 6-8-26

Old Pueblo Playwrights cordially invite you to attend their weekly meeting on Monday, June 8,2026 beginning at 7 pm.

This will be a hybrid meeting. Join us on line using the Zoom link below. OR Attend in person at St. Francis in the Foothills, room 50. ( Campus Map attached)

FEATURED PLAYWRIGHT: ADRIAN CORY

Adrian Cory presents a reading collection: The Twilight Hour. ALL FOUR SCRIPTS ATTACHED

The Narrator: Richard Thompson.

The Shop (8 mins)

One patron, one dollar, four unerring choices.

The Patron: Liisa Rose

The Owner: Eric Rau

The Vestige (10 mins)

All appears well for an operation on two conjoined twins...until separation day.

David Merrick: Phil Lester

Eammon Hawkins: Eric Rau

Duty Free (10 mins)

An entitled passenger in business class chooses some enlightening duty-free goods.

Businessman: Phil Lester

Stewardess: Robin Carson

Lexxi (15 mins)

A cognitive scientist gets more emotional support than he bargained for from AI.

Lexxi: Liisa Rose

Roland: Drew Kallen-Keck

Anna: Robin Carson

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OPP MASTER SCHEDULE 2026

JUNE 15 HYBRID “Landfill” by Adrian Cory (30 mins) (2nd Read) RETITLED

“All That Lies Beneath”

JILL - Robin Carson

EVE - Hannah Taylor

FRAN - Kristen Kallen-Keck

NISHA - Petra Polzin

HENRIETTA - Diane Ouradnik

Stage directions/Facilitator - Angela Cory

"Alexas' Anonymous." By Philip Lester (15 min) 1^st read

JUNE 22 ZOOM OPEN

JUNE 29 ZOOM OPEN

JULY 6 HYBRID “,,,somewhere, a dog barks” by Philip Lester

JULY 13 HYBRID Jeffrey Webster

“Killing to the Sound of Trumpets” (1^st read)

JULY 20 HYBRID OPEN

JULY 27 ZOOM OPEN

AUG 3 HYBRIB OPEN

AUG 10 HYBRID OPEN

AUG 17 HYBRID OPEN

AUG 24 - 30

Satellite play fest in green valley

AUG 31 ZOON OPEN

SEPT 7 HYBRID OPEN

SEPT 14 HYBRID OPEN

SEPT 21 HYBRID OPEN

SEPT 28 ZOOM OPEN

OCT 5 HYBRID Jeff Webster

“Killing To The Sound of Trumpets” (2^nd read)

OCT 12 HYBRID OPEN

OCT 18 HYBRID OPEN

OCT 26 ZOOM OPEN

NOV 2 HYBRID OPP ELECTIONS

John Vornholt will not stand for re-election as OPP President.

NOV 9 HYBRID OPEN

NOV 16 HYBRIS OPEN

NOV 23 ZOOM OPEN

NOV 30ZOOM OPEN

DEC 7HYBRID OPEN

DEC 14 HYBRID OPEN

DEC 21HYBRID OPEN

DEC 28 ZOOMOPEN

2027 OPP NEW PLAY FESTIVAL

MARCH 30 – APRIL 4 INVISIBLE THEATRE

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EVERY Monday, we will again present a “regular” OPP meeting via ZOOM. Here are the instruction of how to tune in. NOTE: THIS IS UNLIMITED TIME USE. The link is the same every week.

Melvin Hector is Treasurer and host of Old Pueblo Playwrights meetings.

Melvin Hector is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

MEL HECTORS PHONE (520)488-9229

just click on the link below.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87825748620?pwd=MThna0VHWjBkYVBiUEpXWWJ3bno5Zz09

Meeting ID: 878 2574 8620

Passcode: 544241

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Meeting ID: 878 2574 8620

Passcode: 544241

Find your local number: Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing

OPP Minutes of the Meeting are only sent to paid members and others who join the conversation providing I have email addresses for them.

Old Pueblo Playwrights Reminder/Invitations are sent to over 200 individuals including all paid members, (31) actor/readers (111) and general mailing list (124) plus one-time invitees.

Your OPP Secretary,

ZINK aka David Zinke

Be Good To You

PAY DUES, MAKE A DONATION, CORRESPOND?

OLD PUEBLO PLAYWRIGHTS

P.O. BOX 775

TUCSON, AZ 85702

ZELLE ACCOUNT INFO:

The Old Pueblo Playwrights

520 488 9229

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KITT – KIDS IN THE THEATRE PROGRAM @ The Fox

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:28:12 +0000

KITT – KIDS IN THE THEATRE PROGRAM

Free Family Events | Summer 2026

MONSOON LITERACY CELEBRATION

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Morning Session: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Afternoon Session: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

The Fox Tucson Theatre invites families to a joyful celebration of literacy, connection, and community as the monsoon season arrives. The event features a screening of the award-winning animated short Tiddler, a sing-and-dance-along with Kitt the Fox, an immersive virtual reality experience, storytimes, and hands-on literacy activities for curious minds of all ages. Free books and goodies round out an afternoon that celebrates the power of reading and writing.

✦ FREE ADMISSION — REGISTRATION REQUIRED ✦

GOLDEN HOUR

A Showcase of Youth Poetry

Sunday, June 28, 2026

Doors: 4:30 PM | Show: 5:00 PM

Talented young writers from across Southern Arizona take the stage for an inspiring evening of original poetry. Presented in partnership with the Many Nations Affinity Team of the Pima County Public Library, Golden Hour celebrates authentic voices, creative storytelling, and cultural connection. Poems may be performed in any language, reflecting the rich and diverse experiences of our community's emerging writers.

✦ FREE ADMISSION — REGISTRATION REQUIRED ✦

STORYTIME

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Doors: 10:00 AM | Show: 10:30 AM

Take a wonderful children's book, put its pages on the Fox's movie screen, add a dash of the theatrical and a bit of popcorn — and you get a storytime fit for a historic theatre! In addition to offering a relaxed way to introduce children to theatre spaces, this program is designed to spark early childhood literacy in an unforgettable setting.

✦ FREE ADMISSION — REGISTRATION REQUIRED ✦

MR. NATURE

Training Wheels Concert

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Doors: 1:00 PM | Show: 2:00 PM

After a sold-out debut at the Fox in 2025, Mr. Nature returns for another unforgettable Training Wheels Concert! Led by beloved Tucson teaching artist and musician Anthony Aldinger, this interactive musical experience blends original songs, nature-based themes, and positive messages into an engaging live show that gets everyone moving. With a heart for kindness and a passion for play-based learning, Mr. Nature creates joy, creativity, and connection for audiences of all ages.

★ TICKETED EVENT — ADVANCE PURCHASE RECOMMENDED ★

Fox Tucson Theatre

17 West Congress Street, Tucson, AZ 85701

Box Office: 520-547-3040 | www.foxtucson.com | foxinfo@foxtucson.com

We make memories. We make connections. We make Tucson proud.

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SAGUARO CITY MUSIC THEATRE PRESENTS THE ADDAMS FAMILY

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:24:20 +0000

SAGUARO CITY MUSIC THEATRE PRESENTS

THE ADDAMS FAMILY

The Musical Comedy

Scenic Design by Kyle Dixon

At last… the mansion opens its grandest chamber.

Please leave your sense of normalcy at the door.

PERFORMANCE DATES

June 26–28, 2026

Berger Performing Arts Center • Tucson, Arizona

★ Children 17 & Under Admitted FREE When Accompanied by an Adult ★

TICKETS

ACCESSIBILITY PERFORMANCES

Open Captioning

June 28 at 11:00 AM

ASL Interpreted

June 28 at 3:00 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS

Saturday, June 13 — Meet Wednesday & Pugsley

1:00 PM at Bookmans Entertainment Exchange (Speedway & Wilmot)
6:00 PM at Reid Park Zoo — Summer Safari Nights
Live performances and photo opportunities with the cast

Sunday, June 14 — Sonoran Theater Showcase

2:00 PM • Pima Community College, West Campus — Proscenium Theatre • Tickets: $20

The inaugural Sonoran Theater Showcase features performances by 10 Tucson theater companies, presenting scenes and songs from the 2025–26 season. All proceeds benefit theater scholarships for Pima Community College students.

Saturday, June 20 — Loft Kids Fest Film Event

9:15 AM at The Loft Cinema
Live performance before the movie and ticket giveaway featuring Wednesday & Pugsley

THE FUTURE OF THE BERGER STARTS WITH US

Over the next year, Saguaro City Music Theatre will manage, operate, and book the Berger Performing Arts Center—ensuring it remains a vital, accessible resource for the Tucson community.

Double Your Impact: Every gift will be matched dollar-for-dollar up to $35,000 thanks to a generous challenge gift from Executive Producer Greg Knopf.

Saguaro City Music Theatre

10240 N. Valle Del Oro Drive, Tucson, Arizona | 520-809-5729 | info@saguarocity.org | saguarocity.org

Tickets available at saguarocity.org

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Tucson Improv Movement PERFORMANCES & CLASSES

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:53:15 +0000

PERFORMANCES & CLASSES

June 2026 • Tucson Improv Movement

UPCOMING SHOWS

Friday Night

• 6:30 pm Improv Jam

• 7:30 pm The Soapbox w/Colette Barajas

• 8:30 pm Unformatted

Saturday Night

• 11:00 am Pretendy Time

• 6:30 pm Comedy Happy Hour

• 7:30 pm The Dirty Tees

• 8:30 pm The TIMterns + harold Kappa

Sunday Matinee

• 2:00 pm No Show

UPCOMING CLASSES

Improv Comedy 101

Wednesday, July 15th — Alec Young

Stand Up Comedy

Coming Soon

Sketch Comedy

Coming Soon

Secure Your Seats at This Weekend's Shows!

Register for Class Now

PRETENDY TIME — Improv for Kids!

Saturday, June 7 • 11:00 am • Tucson Improv Movement Comedy Theater

The perfect show for kids and families—where young ones get to join the performers on stage and play along. Fun, safe, and imagination-driven!

IMPROV JAM — Free & Open to Everyone

Every Friday • 6:30 pm • Free Admission

Want to try improv? Now you can! Come experience improv comedy in a fun, safe environment. Then stay for The Soapbox at 7:30 pm for just $5!

TIM GYM — Back for Summer 2026!

June & July 2026 • Treat your improv like a gym membership!

A flexible summer learning option that lets you keep building your improv skills while traveling. Take weekly 90-minute classes with Comedy School Instructors and TIM Coaches. Join for a month or both!

Monthly Membership

$40 / month

Both Months (June + July)

$70 — Best Value!

TIM Gym Schedule

June

• Thursday, June 11 6:00–7:30 pm Lindsay McEldowney

• Saturday, June 13 1:00–2:30 pm Cristin Phibbs

• Thursday, June 18 7:00–8:30 pm Adam Chen

• Monday, June 22 6:00–7:30 pm Susan Leonetti

July

• Wednesday, July 1 6:00–7:30 pm Kallie Siderewicz

• Thursday, July 9 7:00–8:30 pm Czarina Naffarate

• Wednesday, July 15 6:00–7:30 pm Sean Bottai

• Saturday, July 25 1:00–2:30 pm Amanda Tennyson

• Monday, July 27 6:00–7:30 pm Jess Hill

Get Your TIM Gym Membership today!

* TIM Gym is à la carte; price is not based on attending every class. No refunds or credits. Membership is non-transferable.

PRIDE MONTH CELEBRATION — June 26–27

Join us for a weekend of pride-themed performances celebrating Tucson’s LGBTQ+ community. Two nights of specially themed improv comedy.

AUDITIONS — June 28

Interested in joining TIM’s performing company? Auditions are scheduled for Saturday, June 28. Sign-ups are now available at tucsonimprov.com.

REGULAR WEEKLY SHOWS

The Dirty Tees — Comedy for Real Tucsonans

Saturdays at 7:30 pm • Tucson’s home team brings you raw, real, Tucson-flavored improv every weekend.

The TIMterns + harold Kappa

Saturdays at 8:30 pm • The company interns (affectionately known as the TIMterns) take the stage alongside harold Kappa.

Comedy Happy Hour

Saturdays at 6:30 pm • The funniest happy hour in Tucson! Dollar off drinks every Saturday.

TICKETS & INFORMATION

tucsonimprov.com • 414 E 9th Street, Tucson, AZ 85705

justin@tucsonimprov.com

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FEATURE FILM CASTING CALL African American Male Age 8 to 12 Years

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 14:31:03 +0000

HEADLEY INTERNATIONAL PICTURES

FEATURE FILM

CASTING CALL

NOW SEEKING

African American Male

Ages 8 to 12 Years Old

PROJECT DETAILS

Production	Feature Film
Shoot Date	Sunday, June 21, 2026
Location	Tucson, Arizona
Compensation	$200.00

HOW TO SUBMIT

To be considered, email the following to:

Markheadley12@yahoo.com

Please include in your submission:

Child's full name and age
Recent photos (headshot and full-length)
Parent or guardian contact information
Any prior acting experience (not required)

IMPORTANT NOTICE

A parent or legal guardian must be present at all times during filming. No prior acting experience required.

Headley International Pictures • Feature Film Production • Tucson, Arizona • June 2026

Contact: Markheadley12@yahoo.com

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Unscrewed Theater: Completely Improvised Musical Comic Book

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 03:44:29 +0000

A Completely Improvised Musical Comic Book?

Yes. Really.

From the Top Meets Comic Chaos This Friday Night!

SHOWS THIS WEEKEND

FRIDAY, JUNE 5

From the Top

House Team • 7:30 PM

Our musical improv troupe delivers a fully improvised musical comedy experience created entirely on the spot. Every song, scene, harmony, and dramatic key change is invented in the moment — fast, funny, and guaranteed to leave at least one tune stuck in your head on the drive home.

From the Chaos

UNCENSORED • 9:00 PM

From the Top meets Comic Chaos for an uncensored improvised musical comic book brought to life before your eyes. Heroes, villains, origin stories, dramatic betrayals, power ballads — absolutely nothing is planned, and that’s what makes it dangerous. Ask about the Laughing Pass to catch both Friday shows!

SATURDAY, JUNE 6

Not Burnt Out Just Unscrewed

NBOJU — House Team • 7:30 PM

Our founding house team returns for a family-friendly night of fast-paced improv comedy, unexpected twists, and delightfully questionable decision-making. Every show is completely different, which means this cast is once again trusting the audience far too much.

The Backyard

Pay What You Will • 9:00 PM

A showcase featuring newer improvisers testing skills, taking risks, and discovering entirely new ways to accidentally surprise themselves. Loose, lively, and completely pay what you will — the perfect chance to support rising performers and catch something wonderfully unpredictable.

Monday Night Improv Drop-In

Mondays at 6:30 PM • In Person & Online • All Experience Levels Welcome

Curious about improv? Jump in without committing to a full class. Meet people, play games, and discover how surprisingly fun it is to make stuff up together.

Unscrewed Theater

4500 E Speedway Blvd, Suite 68 • Tucson, AZ 85712

Tickets & info: unscrewedtheater.com

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The Bennett TheatreLab & Conservatory - CELEBRATING 50 YEARS

noreply@blogger.com (TucsonStage.com) — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:31:30 +0000

From: philipgbennett@yahoo.com <philipgbennett@yahoo.com>
Sent: Wednesday, June 3, 2026 1:43 PM
Subject: CORRECTED AD3 - CELEBRATING 50 YEARS with Text

The Bennett TheatreLab & Conservatory “Growth of Body, Mind and Soul.”

Master Classes in the Stanislavsky System of Acting

SUMMER SHOWCASE: Sunday, August 16, 2026 – 2:00 pm

Summer Term: July 6 through August 16, 2026

Classes include: Meditation, Psychophysical Conditioning Exercises, Voice and Speech, Dramatic improvisation, Scene Study, Active Text Analysis through Physical Actions, Shakespeare and the Classics, Public Performance Scene Nights

Foundation Technique: Saturday – 12:00 – 2:45 – 6 weeks

Introduction to the Stanislavsky System of Psychophysical Action. First steps to Building a Character through Improvisational techniques.

Classical Acting: Sunday – 6:00 – 8:45 - 6 weeks

In-Depth and Advanced Character Exploration: Monday – 6:00 – 8:45 –, 6 weeks (Audit Only - FULL)

Emphasis on Contemporary texts: Requires ability to Improvise Actions for Text Analysis. Foundation Technique is a prerequisite or its equivalent.

For further Information and request to AUDIT classes…

www.BennettTheatreLab.com

The Lab is located at the Historic Y, 300 University Blvd. Tucson, AZ (Entrance on 5^th Avenue)

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