Photo Flash: Signal Ensemble Theatre Presents AFTERMATH

Signal Ensemble Theatre presents the final show of its seventh season, the world premiere of "Aftermath," written and directed by co-artistic director Ronan Marra. Brian Jones, founder and original leader of The Rolling Stones, was perhaps most famous for his mysterious death at age 27. Jones's lasting impact on rock ‘n roll was masked behind his sexual escapades, high profile relationships and drug induced arrests. Spanning the years 1966-1969, "Aftermath," a drama with the actors playing live music, maps the rise and fall of a troubled genius whose legacy was overshadowed by the very band he created. The show runs about 90 minutes with no intermission. Marra received a Jeff nomination for Best New Work for his last new play "Landslide" (produced by Signal in 2005).

WHERE: West Stage at the Raven Theatre Complex, 6157 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60660
#22 Clark Street bus (Exit at Granville) and CTA Red Line Granville Stop
First come, first served free parking in Raven lot (enter from northbound Clark);
free, non-metered parking on Granville; ample street parking on Clark.

WHEN: Opens Monday, May 10, 2010, at 7:30 p.m.
Closes Sunday, June 6
Runs Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:30 p.m., and Sundays at 3:30 p.m.
Added industry performance on Monday, May 24, at 7:30 p.m.
Season Concern benefit on Saturday, May 29 ($5 from each ticket goes to charity)
Previews May 8 and 9, at 7:30 p.m.
2-for-1 tickets on Memorial Sunday, May 30, 3:30 p.m.

TICKETS: Publish this number: 773-347-1350; www.signalensemble.com; Goldstar
$20 for regular single tickets
$10 for both previews
$15 for 5/24 show, and for industry members at all shows with resume/headshot/card
$15 for students/seniors (with ID); also for groups of 15 or more

STAFF: Ensemble members Ronan Marra (Playwright and Director), Stephanie Ehemann
(Stage Manager), Tony Ingram (Sound Design), Melania Lancy (Scenic Design), and Jon Steinhagen (Vocal Coach); with guest artists Mark Hurni (Lighting Design), Elise Kauzlaric (Dialects), Elsa Hiltner (Costume Design), Mary O'Dowd (Properties Design), and Alex Duvel (sitar and dulcimer instructor).

CAST: Ensemble members Vincent Lonergan (ensemble) Simone Roos (Anita), Aaron
Snook (Brian, guitar, sitar and dulcimer), Joseph Stearns (Keith, guitar), Bries Vannon (Charlie, drums), and Philip Winston (ensemble); with guest artists Nathan Drackett (Bill, bass), Nick Vidal (Mick, vocals), and Andrew Yearick (George, guitar).

FUNDER: Productions Plus is the exclusive sponsor of Signal Ensemble Theatre's
2009-2010 season.

MISSION: Founded in 2003 by Ronan Marra, Christopher Prentice and Joseph Stearns, Signal Ensemble Theatre is known for its ensemble acting and producing a diverse slate of plays that range from classics to new works.

AWARDS: 2005 "Landslide" by ensemble member Ronan Marra
Jeff Citation nomination for New Work (Ronan Marra)
Jeff Citation nomination for Actress in a Leading Role - Play (Georgann Charuhas)
2006 "Seascape" by Edward Albee
Jeff Citation Award for Outstanding Costume Design (Laura M. Dana)
Jeff Citation nomination for Actor in a Supporting Role - Play (AaRon Snook)
Jeff Citation nomination for Actress in a Supporting Role - Play (Georgann Charuhas)
After Dark Award for Best Costume Design (Laura M. Dana)
2007 "The Weir" by Conor McPherson
Jeff Citation nomination for Ensemble
Jeff Citation nomination for Actress in a Supporting Role - Play (Melanie Keller)
Jeff Citation nomination for Scenic Design (Melania Lancy)
2008 "Old Wicked Songs" by Jon Marans
Jeff Award nomination for Actor - Play (Vincent L. Lonergan)
Jeff Award nomination for Actor - Play (Shawn Pfautsch)
2008 "1776"by Sherman Edwards and Peter Stone
Jeff Award winner: Outstanding Production - Musical
Jeff Award nomination for Director (Ronan Marra)
Jeff Award nomination for Actor - Musical (Philip Winston)
Jeff Award nomination for Supporting Actor - Musical (Vincent L. Lonergan)
Jeff Award nomination for Costume Design (Laura M. Dana)

INFO: Signal Ensemble Theatre, 773-347-1350, info@signalensemble.com
www.signalensemble.com

Photo by Johnny Knight

AaRon Snook

Joseph Stearns, AaRon Snook, and Nick Vidal

Nick Vidal

Bries Vannon, Nick Vidal, and AaRon Snook

Nick Vidal and Joseph Stearns