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ActOne Series, Volume XV
Actors wanted!
The Renaissance Guild presents the ActOne Series Vol. XV,
to be presented May 14 & 15, 2010.
This time the theme is “Writer’s Choice”,
so writer’s can tell us what’s on their mind!!
Scenes from AOS XIV
Photos by Ron Abrams
The AOS was developed to provide a venue and a voice to writers. Once the pieces are selected, playwrights will have the opportunity to work with a dramaturg to hone their script before it goes into production, and to observe some of the rehearsals. The process culminates in two evenings of performances, when the writers get the opportunity to see their works come to life, local actors show their stuff on stage and the San Antonio community gets the opportunity to celebrate the work of their neighbors, friends and promising new theatre voices.
Scenes from AOS XIV
Photos by Ron Abrams
Audition Date: Thursday April 1, 2010
Time: 6:30 pm – Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign-in
Audition Location: Little Carver Civic Center
(behind the big Carver Community Cultural Center)
226 N. Hackberry, SATX, 78202
Although we are accepting scripts for roles for all actors ages 12 – 99, we’d like to feature young actors in several pieces in this upcoming series (ages 12-18).
Beginner or seasoned actors of all colors, sizes, and ages are welcome!
No preparation needed – be ready for cold readings from the scripts and a brief interview
Some scripts may contain mature language and
themes and will not be censored
Position is strictly volunteer-no fees will be paid
Scenes from AOS XIV
Photos by Ron Abrams
Audition results: posted Monday, April 5th, 8pm via our website and voicemail
Performances: May 14th & 15th
Location: Little Carver Civic Center
Rehearsals dates: April 12 – May 13
Rehearsal days: M & W or Tu & TH (no Fridays)
Rehearsal times: 6pm-7.30pm, or 7.30pm-9pm,
based on cast schedule
Each show will be rehearsed twice a week for 90 min.
Rehearsal location: TBA
Contact: For more information email actoneseries@therenaissanceguild.org or call (210) 656-0349.
Scenes from AOS XIV
Photos by Ron Abrams
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Just concluded!
The Renaissance Guild in conjunction with
The Carver Community Cultural Center presents
“Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom”
by August Wilson
Directed by Antoinette Winstead
The Reviews are in – “Ma Rainey’s…” is a hit!!
Don’t take our word for it….read it for yourself!
Click here for full reviews
Deborah Martin- Express-News:
“Director Antoinette Winstead, who also directed TRG’s terrific production of Wilson’s “Fences” in 2007, once again delivers a must-see show…”
Ashley Lindstrom-The Current:
“…the towering, expressive Bouier, recounts Levee’s tragedy with his entire voice and body…”
Lee Hurtado-Journanist:
“Cline-Russell, in her acting and singing, makes Ma a larger -than-life presence”
Photos by Ron Abrams
In a Chicago based recording studio, Ma Rainey’s band players, Cutler, Toledo, Slow Drag, and Levee turn up to record a new album of her songs. As they wait for her to arrive they banter, tell stories, joke, philosophize and argue. As the play unfolds it becomes clear that the tension is between the young hot-headed trumpeter Levee who has dreams of having his own band and veteran players Cutler and Toledo.
By the time Ma Rainey does turn up in full regalia and entourage in tow the recording schedule is badly behind, throwing the white producers Sturdyvant and Irvin into more and more irate disarray. Ma’s insistence that her stuttering nephew Sylvester should do the voice intro to the title song causes more havoc.
As the band waits for various technical problems to be resolved the conflict between Levee and Cutler reaches a boiling point.
Photos by Ron Abrams
Cast
Ma Rainey~Tamara Cline-Russell, Levee~Arthur Bouier, Cutler~Michael Gray, Toledo~Kevin Majors, Slow Drag~Charles Riley, Dussie Mae~Shaundra Lamkin, Sylvester~Clifford Ross, Sturdyvant ~David Clingan, Irvin~Steven Valdez, Policeman~Gene Hildabrand
Understudies~Gene Hildabrand, Tony Campbell and deAnna K. Navarro
Crew
Antoinette Winstead, Mark Denison, Cindy Rodriguez,
Gladys Karina Carielo, Hector Machado, Martin Sanchez,
Rigel Nunez, Jesse Arenas, Scharlette Donald, Rose Espinoza,
Ron Abrams, Danielle King and Paul Riddle Jr.
February 5-21, 2010
Friday and Saturday evening shows at 8 pm
Sunday Matinee at 4 pm
Little Carver Civic Center
226 N. Hackberry, SATX, 78202
Click here for directions
Photos by Ron Abrams
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Announcing the Season 9 Internship Program
The Renaissance Guild is accepting applications for a limited number of internships positions that will introduce the participants to the behind the scenes work that makes our award winning MainStage Series & ActOne Series come to life.
We are accepting applications for the following Intern positions:
Stage Management Lighting Sound
Marketing and Public Relations Scenery Webmaster/Graphic Designer
Click here for full details
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TRG is moving to the
Little Carver Civic Center!!
TRG is thrilled to announce that our shows for 2009 -2010 will be performed at
The Little Carver Civic Center, part of the Carver Community Cultural Center.
ActOne Series, Volume XIV
“Trick or Treat”
October 16 & 17, 2009
Come enjoy an evening of short one-act plays written by local &
national playwrights and featuring local actors!
Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom
by August Wilson
Directed by – Antoinette Winstead
February 5-21, 2010
It’s 1927 in a rundown studio in Chicago where Ma Rainey is recording new sides of old favorites. More goes down in the session than music in this riveting portrayal of rage, racism, the self hate and exploitation.
ActOne Series, Volume XV
“Writers Choice!”
May 14 & 15, 2010
This time the theme is “Writer’s Choice”, so writer’s can tell us what’s on their mind!! Although we are accepting scripts for roles for all actors of all ages, we’d like to feature young actors in several pieces in this upcoming series (ages 12-18).
Rumors
by Neil Simon
Director – TBA
July 9-25- 2010
At a large, tastefully appointed Sneden’s Landing townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about to experience a severe attack of Farce. Gathering for their tenth wedding anniversary, the host lies bleeding in the other room and his wife is nowhere in sight. His lawyer, Ken and wife Chris must get “the story” straight before the other guests arrive.
As the confusions and mis-communications mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity.
2nd Annual
THEATRE SUMMER CAMP for YOUTH!
Facilitators: Jenelva Carter & Danielle King
Summer, 2010
TRG is thrilled to host a theatre training program that
will aid students in developing theatre skills.
TRG Board Members
Standing-Danielle King, Jenelva Carter & Scharlette Donald
Sitting-Paul Riddle, Jr.
Photos by Scott Smith
Thank you for your interest and support!