AMAZING MAGICAL MUSICAL ADVENTURE Series Plays At The Black Box Theatre In Las Cruces

Bring the whole family out to enjoy "Amazing Magical Musical Adventures", a series presented by Las Cruces Friends of Chamber Music and the Black Box Theatre, located at 430 N Downtown Mall in Las Cruces. On Saturday, July 25 at 2:00 p.m., "Dragon Tales" will be featured. The August performance of "Where the Wild Things Are" will be Saturday, August 22 at 2:00 p.m. Perfect for the entire family, the shows incorporate storytelling and music and are targeted for children ages 4 10. Reservations may be made by calling the Theatre at (575) 523-1223. Remaining tickets are available at the door 30 minutes prior to the performance.

"PIRATES" TAKE OVER TO THE BLACK BOX THEATRE ON AUGUST 1 AND 2!

Gilbert and Sullivan Company of El Paso proudly presents Gilbert and Sullivan's swash-buckling comic operetta "The Pirates of Penzance" for its 40th Anniversary season. A raucous tale of pirates, policemen, romance, and the demands of duty, this enchanting production features a cast 33-strong under the direction of Artistic Director Joan Quarm. The two performances are at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Downtown Mall in Las Cruces on Saturday, August 1 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, August 2 at 3:00 p.m. The company has been bringing their productions to the Black Box Theatre starting with "Trial by Jury" in 2004.

Ticket prices for "Pirates of Penzance" are $10.00 regular admission, $9.00 students and seniors over 65. Reservations are strongly suggested and may be made by calling (575) 523-1223 or online at http://www.no-strings.org

"MORE FUN THAN BOWLING" OPENS THE 2009-2010 SEASON AT THE BLACK BOX THEATRE AUGUST 14 - AUGUST 30

Whether one bowls or not, the 2009-2010 season opener at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N. Main Street, Downtown Mall, Las Cruces, "More Fun than Bowling," guarantees an evening of hilarity. Opening Friday, August 14, at 8:00 p.m. and running through Sunday, August 30, Steven Dietz's two-act, five-character philosophical comedy directed by No Strings Theatre Company's Artistic Director, Ceil Herman, combines suspense and humor in a small Midwestern town. Actors Jeff and Dale Peckham, father and daughter in real life, play Jake and his daughter Molly. Jake's two wives are played by Katie Richardson as Lois and Megan Richardson as Loretta. Danny Wade plays the mysterious Mr. Dyson. The actors convince audiences that while "More Fun than Bowling" could be a metaphor for the incongruities of life, they themselves are right there on stage having a good deal of fun bringing the play to life. The scenic and lighting design is by Peter Herman and costume design is by Cortney Newtson. Leah Angelo is the stage manager and Rorie Measure is Assistant Director.

Performances of "More Fun Than Bowling" are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m., Sundays, August 23 and 30 at 2:30 p.m. and Thursday, August 27 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets are $10.00 regular admission, $9.00 students and seniors over 65, and all seats on Thursdays are $7.00. Preferred Patron Packages( PPP) Season Tickets may be purchased during the run of "More Fun Than Bowling." Regular PPP Season tickets are $50.00 and student and senior PPP tickets are $45.00 for the 6 shows of the 2009-2010 season. Reservations: (575) 523-1223 or online at http://www.no-strings.org.

"THE TEMPS" A MUSICAL POTPOURI AT THE BLACK BOX THEATRE ON AUGUST 17 AND 18 AT 7:00 P.M.

Singers Lauren Fajardo, Carrie Oliver, and Cindy Pits and No Strings Theatre Company present "The Temps" a musical potpouri featuring tunes from "Showboat," "Urban Cowboy," "Annie Get Your Gun," and "Nine To Five." The two performances are on Monday, August 17 and Tuesday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. at the Black Box Theatre, 430 N Downtown Mall in Las Cruces. Tickets are $10.00 regular admission and $9.00 students and seniors over 65. For reservations call (575) 523-1223.