NEVA, DEATH OF A SALESMAN and More Set for South Coast Rep, June-Sept 2013

South Coast Repertory has announced its June-September 2013 calendar. Details below!

JUNE 2013:

Neva

by Guillermo Calderòn

South Coast Repertory, co-produced with Center Theatre Group and La Jolla Playhouse

Studio SCR - Nicholas Studio

Neva tells the story of Anton Chekhov's widow, the actress Olga Knipper, who arrives in a dimly lit rehearsal room in St. Petersburg in the winter of 1905. As Olga and two other actors await the rest of the cast, they huddle together, act out scenes from their lives and muse on their art form and love. Outside, unseen striking workers are being gunned down in the streets by the Tsarist regime. Guillermo Calderón savagely examines the relationship between theatre and historical context in this tightly crafted piece that allows a palpable terror to creep through the theatre walls.

Tickets: $25-$35.

Dates/Times: Wednesday, June 19, at 7 p.m.; Thursday-Saturday, June 20-22, at 8 p.m.; and matinees on Saturday, June 22, at 3 p.m., and Sunday, June 23, at 2 p.m.

Link: http://www.scr.org/calendar/view.aspx?id=5699

JULY 2013:

Theatre is dark during the month of July

AUGUST 2013:

Annie

book by Thomas Meehan

music by Charles Strouse

lyrics by Martin Charnin

Julianne Argyros Stage - Summer Players (Student Production)

The popular comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world's best-loved musicals. With pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous, magical and adventure-filled world of the big city. She finds a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.

Tickets: Prices will be finalized in early summer

Dates/Times: Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10-11, 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 17-18, 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

Death of a Salesman

By Arthur Miller

Directed by Marc Masterson

Segerstrom Stage

Arthur Miller had his first Broadway triumph with this history-making play. Numerous versions followed-on stage, film and television-including SCR's first gripping production more than 45 years ago. Now an exciting revival will hold its audience in rapt attention, as Willie Loman tries to instill in his sons the values he has lived by, clinging tenaciously to his version of the American Dream, even as his family watches it slip away. Stage, screen and television star Charlie Robinson will play Willie Loman. No stranger to characters who struggle with a changing world, Robinson won raves from SCR audiences and critics alike for his portrayal of Troy in Fences and Becker in Jitney.

Tickets: Single tickets go on sale Aug. 1.

Dates: Aug. 30- Sept.29

SEPTEMBER 2013:

Death of a Salesman

By Arthur Miller

Directed by Marc Masterson

Segerstrom Stage

Arthur Miller had his first Broadway triumph with this history-making play. Numerous versions followed-on stage, film and television-including SCR's first gripping production more than 45 years ago. Now an exciting revival will hold its audience in rapt attention, as Willie Loman tries to instill in his sons the values he has lived by, clinging tenaciously to his version of the American Dream, even as his family watches it slip away. Stage, screen and television star Charlie Robinson will play Willie Loman. No stranger to characters who struggle with a changing world, Robinson won raves from SCR audiences and critics alike for his portrayal of Troy in Fences and Becker in Jitney.

Tickets: Single tickets go on sale Aug. 1.

Dates: Aug. 30- Sept.29

SCR 50th Season Gala Ball: TheatricAl Gold

Segerstrom Stage, Julianne Argyros Stage

The annual Gala raises funds for South Coast Repertory's education and outreach programs. A portion of the proceeds will support the Emmes/Benson Founders Endowment, a fund that honors SCR's founders by providing artistic directors with discretionary resources to pursue unique creative opportunities that occur in a given season. SCR will close its stages for the gala evening as the theatre is transformed for the 50th season celebration. The party will begin with a pre-dinner show on the Segerstrom Stage, dinner and dancing will follow on Ela's Terrace, and the Julianne Argyros Stage will take on a new look as a mellow after hours nightclub.

Date: Saturday, Sept. 21

Attendance: Contact Susan Reeder, SCR director of development, at (714) 708-5518

EDUCATION PROGRAMS - THEATRE CONSERVATORY:

June 17-Aug 6

ADULT ACTING CLASSES

Students 18 and over choose from a variety of classes developed to suit individual pace and interests. Courses include Acting I, II, and III, and Improvisation. Classes meet weekly, 7-10 p.m. Call (714) 708-5510 for schedule.

Fundamentals of Acting: Act I Basic Skills
Tuesdays, 7-10 p.m., June 18 - August 6, 2013
Learn the fundamentals in a lively and entertaining class that includes exercises in the basic skills of improvisation, communication and monologues. Recommend for newcomers to acting, or as a refresher course.

Fundamentals of Acting: Act II Scene Study
Tuesdays, 7-10 p.m., June 18 - August 6, 2013
Take the next step in acting by studying and performing scenes with emphasis on maKing Strong, imaginative choices rooted in character and text.

Act III Advanced Scene Study
Tuesdays, 7-10 p.m., June 18 - August 6, 2013
Delve deeper into technique-script analysis, performance and the ability to create a character - with emphasis on action and objective.

Actors Workshop - Look for this class in a future session.
Mondays, 7-10 p.m.
Receive private coaching in a group environment with emphasis on relaxation in performance, scene work, characterization and script analysis.

Improvisation I
Tuesdays, 7-10 p.m., June 25 - August 13, 2013 (Please note date changes!)
Focus on acting, characterization, creativity and spontaneity through improvised scenes and theatre games. In this fast paced, fun workshop, the emphasis is on thinking quickly, maKing Stronger choices, and increasing confidence.

Advanced Improvisation - Look for this class in a future session.
Continue the challenge and creative freedom of improvisation. Be pushed to think faster, make stronger choices, and trust instincts. For those who have taken Improvisation here or elsewhere.

Acting for the Camera - Look for this class in a future session.
Mondays, 7-10 p.m.,
Make the acting adjustment from the stage to the intimacy of the camera in a fun, supportive learning environment.
Musical Theatre - Look for this class in a future session.
Mondays, 7-10 p.m.,
Approach the Broadway song from the standpoint of the actor - how to act a song, not just sing it. Starts with the idea that if you can act you can sing.

Tuition: $295 per eight-week session.

PLAYWRITING AND SCREENWRITING CLASSES

ABC's of Screenwriting-Look for this class in a future session.
Learn the alphabet of creating a dramatic film.

Intermediate Screenwriting-Look for this class in a future session.
Advance your current screenplay through character development exercises as well as further exploration of structure.

Playwriting Practicum -Look for this class in a future session.
A continuation of Intermediate/Advanced Playwriting with exercises underscoring the structure of drama.

June 3-July 27

ACTING INTENSIVE PROGRAM

This nationally renowned summer program is for serious acting students 18 and over. Now in its 42nd year, this unique program is specially designed for aspiring actors who desire an honest evaluation of their talents. SCR's faculty of professional working teaching-artists provides students with a candid, comprehensive assessment of their creative abilities. With these insights, students can develop a plan of action to deepen and strengthen their talent as well as set a career strategy, taking the next step to becoming professional artists. Call (714) 708-5510 for complete information.

Tuition: $2,350 for the eight-week session.

July 22-Aug. 3, or Aug. 5-17

SUMMER ACTING WORKSHOP

Summer Acting Workshop is a two-week introduction to theatre for students new to SCR. Kids and teens build self-esteem and confidence and make new friends within their peer groups (grades 3-4, 5-6, 7-8 and 9-12). Each day begins with an invigorating all-camp warm-up. Class time follows, as students join their age groups for two lively hours of interactive instruction in voice, movement, character development and more-led by SCR's staff of theatre professionals. The final hour is spent with special guests who bring to life various aspects of theatre, such as design, improvisation, combat, singing and playwriting-something different every day. The two-week program concludes with students sharing their work onstage in a demonstration project for invited family and friends.

Session I: July 22-Aug. 3
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. OR 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Session II: Aug. 5-17
9 a.m.-12 p.m. OR 1 p.m.-4 p.m.

Tuition: All classes are $325 per two-week session.
(Sibling discount: $30 any additional siblings. To receive a sibling discount you must enroll by mail or phone)

Link: http://www.scr.org/education/kidsteenactingclasses/summertheatreworkshops.aspx

Summer Musical Theatre Workshop

For those entering grades 7-12 in the fall of 2013.

Open to all-from beginners to young pros! This exciting and lively class teaches students how to audition for a musical role and then prepares them to perform that role. They'll enjoy the vocal work, while learning to interpret the music and the text. In other words, they'll learn what it means to "act" a song and "sing" a scene. Throughout, emphasis will be on healthy use of the voice.

Session I: July 22-Aug. 3, from 1- 4 p.m.
Session II: Aug. 5-17, from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Tuition: $355 [Enrollment is by phone only. Please call (714) 708-5510.]

Link: http://www.scr.org/education/kidsteenactingclasses/summertheatreworkshops.aspx

Musical Theatre Workshop II

For those entering grades 8-12 in the fall of 2013

Take your musical theatre skills to the next level! In this fun, yet fast-paced class, eighth-12th grade students delve deeper into the skills necessary to believably perform a musical theatre scene. Week one, students will work on a short audition piece, as well as two ensemble numbers. In the second week, students will be given a duet, trio or quartet. For the returning and/or serious musical theatre performer!

(Prerequisite: have taken Musical Theatre at SCR or at least 3 years of SCR classes or by audition.)

Date: July 22-Aug. 3, 9 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Tuition: $355 [Enrollment is by phone only. Please call (714) 708-5510]

Link: http://www.scr.org/education/kidsteenactingclasses/summertheatreworkshops.aspx

For information about education programs, call (714) 708-5577 or visit our website at www.scr.org.

Additional ticket information: Discounts for previews, patrons ages 25-years- and-younger, full-time students, educators and seniors with valid ID, and groups of 10 or more (at most performances). SCR also offers Today Tix, special ticket bargains on the day of performance only and subject to availability. Patrons 25-years-old-and-under and full-time students get $10 Rush Tix the day of performance, subject to availability. Patrons age 15-to-25 may also sign up for a free MyStage membership to receive $10 tickets to any performance. Details here: http://www.scr.org/tickets/mystage.aspx.

Ticket Services Office: By phone at (714) 708-5555, online at www.scr.org or in person at 655 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA.

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