Pete Benson
Latest News on Pete Benson:
Tune In For The Bainbridge Pod ACCOMPLICE Beginning This September (Aug 20, 2020)
BPA Theatre School Moves Summer Classes Online (Jun 8, 2020)
BPA Theatre School Is Now Enrolling Spring Classes (Feb 14, 2020)
Tune In For The Bainbridge Pod ACCOMPLICE Beginning This September (Aug 20, 2020)
BPA Theatre School Moves Summer Classes Online (Jun 8, 2020)
BPA Theatre School Is Now Enrolling Spring Classes (Feb 14, 2020)
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Three teen friends attempt to conjure spirits in a secret midnight ceremony, in â€"Bloody Mary†by Aleks Merilo, directed by Pete Benson. Left to right: Tori Konig, McKenna Sanford, Olivia Vassenes.
Date:
08/15/2017
From: Photo Flash: Sixth Annual Island Theatre's Ten-Minute Play Festival Opens 8/18
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Tune In For The Bainbridge Pod ACCOMPLICE Beginning This September
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2020
Meet your new friend in quarantine! Beginning this September, BPA launches the Bainbridge Pod Accomplice, a free podcast featuring a regular series of different plays starring your favorite local performers and directors.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 20, 2020
Meet your new friend in quarantine! Beginning this September, BPA launches the Bainbridge Pod Accomplice, a free podcast featuring a regular series of different plays starring your favorite local performers and directors.
BPA Theatre School Moves Summer Classes Online
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2020
BPA Theatre School has resumed programming, and is now accepting enrollments for four online summer classes for students, ages 8 a?" 19.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 8, 2020
BPA Theatre School has resumed programming, and is now accepting enrollments for four online summer classes for students, ages 8 a?" 19.
BPA Theatre School Is Now Enrolling Spring Classes
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2020
BPA Theatre School is now registering for an enticing array of spring classes for pupils of all ages. Students, ages 4 - 7 will blossom in a super-positive growth experience for our littlest islanders: Creative Drama instructs students on using their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Students, ages 6 - 8, will learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 14, 2020
BPA Theatre School is now registering for an enticing array of spring classes for pupils of all ages. Students, ages 4 - 7 will blossom in a super-positive growth experience for our littlest islanders: Creative Drama instructs students on using their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Students, ages 6 - 8, will learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre.
Bpa Theatre School Presents Fall Play Fest: FILM NOIR
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2019
BPA Theatre School's autumn extravaganza is the family-friendly Fall Play Fest on November 14 and 15.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2019
BPA Theatre School's autumn extravaganza is the family-friendly Fall Play Fest on November 14 and 15.
BPA Theatre School is Now Registering For Fall Classes
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2019
BPA Theatre School is now registering for an inviting array of fall classes for pupils of all ages. Students (ages 4 a?' 7) in Creative Drama will explore the elements of theatre and learn to use their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Students, ages 6 a?' 8, will learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Aug 1, 2019
BPA Theatre School is now registering for an inviting array of fall classes for pupils of all ages. Students (ages 4 a?' 7) in Creative Drama will explore the elements of theatre and learn to use their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Students, ages 6 a?' 8, will learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre.
LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL JR. Comes to BPA
by Julie Musbach - Jul 1, 2019
Legally Blonde JR. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. When Elle's boyfriend, Warner, dumps her and heads to Harvard, claiming she's not "serious" enough, Elle takes matters into her own hands.
by Julie Musbach - Jul 1, 2019
Legally Blonde JR. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. When Elle's boyfriend, Warner, dumps her and heads to Harvard, claiming she's not "serious" enough, Elle takes matters into her own hands.
BPA Teen Lab One Acts Feature SELFIE And LOCKDOWN April 18 - 28
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2019
BPA Theatre School students perform two One-Act plays in a black box setting over the course of two weekends at Studio B, behind the Bainbridge Performing Arts Mainstage. This spring - under the tutelage of Ann Wilkinson Ellis and Pete Benson - students explored a variety of acting methods and styles through a series of intensive exercises and improv games, learning how to break down a script to find their character's backstory and motivations, and applying active tactics to reveal the heart of their character. Their efforts culminate in the spring production of two One-Act plays - SELFIE by Bradley Hayward and LOCKDOWN by Douglas Craven.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 27, 2019
BPA Theatre School students perform two One-Act plays in a black box setting over the course of two weekends at Studio B, behind the Bainbridge Performing Arts Mainstage. This spring - under the tutelage of Ann Wilkinson Ellis and Pete Benson - students explored a variety of acting methods and styles through a series of intensive exercises and improv games, learning how to break down a script to find their character's backstory and motivations, and applying active tactics to reveal the heart of their character. Their efforts culminate in the spring production of two One-Act plays - SELFIE by Bradley Hayward and LOCKDOWN by Douglas Craven.
BPA Theatre School Is Now Enrolling For Summer Classes
by Julie Musbach - Mar 15, 2019
BPA Theatre School enrollment for summer classes is now open for pupils of all ages. Under the experienced leadership of Katharine Beddoe, students (ages 4 - 7) in Creative Drama will explore the elements of theatre and learn to use their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Katharine will also lead students (ages 6 - 8) as they learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in goofy, imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre.
by Julie Musbach - Mar 15, 2019
BPA Theatre School enrollment for summer classes is now open for pupils of all ages. Under the experienced leadership of Katharine Beddoe, students (ages 4 - 7) in Creative Drama will explore the elements of theatre and learn to use their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Katharine will also lead students (ages 6 - 8) as they learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in goofy, imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre.
BPA Theatre School Is Now Enrolling Spring Classes
by Julie Musbach - Feb 7, 2019
BPA Theatre School enrollment for spring classes is now open for pupils of all ages. Under the fun, clever, and insightful tutelage of Kate Drummond, students (ages 4 - 7) in Creative Drama will explore the elements of theatre and learn to use their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Kate will also lead students (ages 6 - 8) as they learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in goofy, imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre.
by Julie Musbach - Feb 7, 2019
BPA Theatre School enrollment for spring classes is now open for pupils of all ages. Under the fun, clever, and insightful tutelage of Kate Drummond, students (ages 4 - 7) in Creative Drama will explore the elements of theatre and learn to use their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Kate will also lead students (ages 6 - 8) as they learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in goofy, imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre.
BPA Theatre School Is Now Enrolling Winter Classes
by Julie Musbach - Oct 17, 2018
BPA Theatre School enrollment for winter classes is now open for pupils of all ages. Under the fun, clever, and insightful tutelage of Kate Drummond, students (ages 4 - 7) in Creative Drama will explore the elements of theatre and learn to use their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Kate will also lead students from grades 1 - 3 as they learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in goofy, imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre.
by Julie Musbach - Oct 17, 2018
BPA Theatre School enrollment for winter classes is now open for pupils of all ages. Under the fun, clever, and insightful tutelage of Kate Drummond, students (ages 4 - 7) in Creative Drama will explore the elements of theatre and learn to use their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Kate will also lead students from grades 1 - 3 as they learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in goofy, imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre.
BPA Theatre School Is Now Enrolling For Fall Classes
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2018
BPA Theatre School is now registering for an enticing array of fall classes for pupils of all ages. Under the creative and insightful tutelage of Kate Drummond, students (ages 4 - 7) in Creative Drama will explore the elements of theatre and learn to use their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Kate will also lead students from grades 1 - 3 as they learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in goofy, imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre. For grades 2 - 4, H.G. Wells' most popular classic tale will get a brand new twist in War of the Worlds: This time the aliens have invaded Bainbridge Island!
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 4, 2018
BPA Theatre School is now registering for an enticing array of fall classes for pupils of all ages. Under the creative and insightful tutelage of Kate Drummond, students (ages 4 - 7) in Creative Drama will explore the elements of theatre and learn to use their faces, bodies, and voices to tell a story. Kate will also lead students from grades 1 - 3 as they learn two song-and-dance numbers and engage in goofy, imaginative skill-building theatre games in Introduction to Musical Theatre. For grades 2 - 4, H.G. Wells' most popular classic tale will get a brand new twist in War of the Worlds: This time the aliens have invaded Bainbridge Island!
WILLY WONKA JR. Delivers Golden Ticket To Adventure at BPA
by Julie Musbach - Jul 2, 2018
Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir is a golden ticket to adventure. BPA Theatre School's sumptuous summer production featuring students, grades 1 - 10 is Directed by Pete Benson, with Musical Direction by Reece Sauve, Choreography by Heather Dawson, and Costume Design by Dawn Janow.
by Julie Musbach - Jul 2, 2018
Roald Dahl's timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir is a golden ticket to adventure. BPA Theatre School's sumptuous summer production featuring students, grades 1 - 10 is Directed by Pete Benson, with Musical Direction by Reece Sauve, Choreography by Heather Dawson, and Costume Design by Dawn Janow.
Chicago's Leading Instrumentalists Join Broadway And West End Talent For Lyric Opera's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2018
Top talents from The Green Mill, Jazz Showcase, and Chicago Jazz Festival stages join Broadway and West End artists for Lyric Opera's North American premiere of Timothy Sheader's Olivier Award-winning production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar, presented from April 27 to May 20, 2018 at the Lyric Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Chicago (press opening April 28).
by Stephi Wild - Apr 5, 2018
Top talents from The Green Mill, Jazz Showcase, and Chicago Jazz Festival stages join Broadway and West End artists for Lyric Opera's North American premiere of Timothy Sheader's Olivier Award-winning production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar, presented from April 27 to May 20, 2018 at the Lyric Opera House, 20 N. Wacker Drive, Chicago (press opening April 28).
BPA Welcomes Pete Benson As New Director Of Education
by Julie Musbach - Mar 19, 2018
Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) is pleased to welcome Pete Benson as Director of Education. Moving to Los Angeles this May, outgoing Director of Education Liz Ellis will pass the baton to Pete, who is thrilled to step in to lead BPA's thriving Theatre Education Program for children, teens, and adults. Pete is eager to help BPA Theatre School students flourish, and he'll join us beginning March 26.
by Julie Musbach - Mar 19, 2018
Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) is pleased to welcome Pete Benson as Director of Education. Moving to Los Angeles this May, outgoing Director of Education Liz Ellis will pass the baton to Pete, who is thrilled to step in to lead BPA's thriving Theatre Education Program for children, teens, and adults. Pete is eager to help BPA Theatre School students flourish, and he'll join us beginning March 26.
Photo Flash: Sixth Annual Island Theatre's Ten-Minute Play Festival Opens 8/18
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 16, 2017
Ten original plays. Three shows. Two days. Island Theatre presents its Sixth Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival featuring local playwrights at Bainbridge Performing Arts on August 18 and 19. Out of 57 submissions from established and emerging Kitsap County playwrights, ten were selected by a jury of theatre professionals for production by Island Theatre directors and actors: "Bloody Mary" by Aleks Merilo, "Flight of the Valkyrie" by Noah Barfield, "Gel Us" by Paige Zubel, "Jellyfish Apocalypse" by Karen Polinsky, "Lessons Learned" by Jenny Weaver, "Memories of an American Occupation" by Paul Lewis, "Moving On" by Caroline Smith, "Of a Feather" by Wendy Wallace, "Roadsides" by Betsy Dorfman, and "Spreadsheet Me" by Jeffrey Brown.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 16, 2017
Ten original plays. Three shows. Two days. Island Theatre presents its Sixth Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival featuring local playwrights at Bainbridge Performing Arts on August 18 and 19. Out of 57 submissions from established and emerging Kitsap County playwrights, ten were selected by a jury of theatre professionals for production by Island Theatre directors and actors: "Bloody Mary" by Aleks Merilo, "Flight of the Valkyrie" by Noah Barfield, "Gel Us" by Paige Zubel, "Jellyfish Apocalypse" by Karen Polinsky, "Lessons Learned" by Jenny Weaver, "Memories of an American Occupation" by Paul Lewis, "Moving On" by Caroline Smith, "Of a Feather" by Wendy Wallace, "Roadsides" by Betsy Dorfman, and "Spreadsheet Me" by Jeffrey Brown.
BPA's The Bard at the Bloedel to Present THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2017
Join us in July for The Bard at Bloedel: BPA's 5th Annual Summertime Shakespeare performance - THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR - at The Bloedel Reserve.
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2017
Join us in July for The Bard at Bloedel: BPA's 5th Annual Summertime Shakespeare performance - THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR - at The Bloedel Reserve.
BPA's The Bard at the Bloedel to Present THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR
by BWW News Desk - Jun 26, 2017
Join us in July for The Bard at Bloedel: BPA's 5th Annual Summertime Shakespeare performance - THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR - at The Bloedel Reserve.
by BWW News Desk - Jun 26, 2017
Join us in July for The Bard at Bloedel: BPA's 5th Annual Summertime Shakespeare performance - THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR - at The Bloedel Reserve.
Photo Flash: First Look at AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, Opening Tonight at Bainbridge Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2017
Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) presents AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, running tonight, March 17, through April 2. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!
by BWW News Desk - Mar 17, 2017
Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) presents AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, running tonight, March 17, through April 2. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast onstage below!
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of BPA's AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2017
Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) presents AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, running March 17 - April 2. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in character below!
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2017
Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) presents AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, running March 17 - April 2. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in character below!
Misery Loves Family! BPA to Present AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY This Spring
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2017
Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) presents AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, running March 17 - April 2.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 3, 2017
Bainbridge Performing Arts (BPA) presents AUGUST: OSAGE COUNTY, running March 17 - April 2.
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