ComedySportz - 929 W. Belmont, is offering half-price industry tickets to performances January 2nd and 3rd. Any industry members that show up to the theater with a business card or headshot or postcard/program from their show, etc. will receive half-price discount. The shows available are:
Friday, January 2nd: 8:00pm, ComedySportz or 10:00pm, The Blue Show and Saturday, January 3rd: 6:00pm, 8:00pm, 10:00pm, ComedySportz and Midnight: Midnight Blue.
A Conversation with Hallie Foote about Horton Foote - Raven Theatre, 6157 N. Clark St. is offering free industry tickets to the conversation moderated by Chris Jones of the Chicago Tribune on Wednesday, January 14, 2015 at 7:30 PM. Tickets available by phone at 773-338-2177. Please call ahead for reservations.
Laughter on the 23rd Floor by Neil Simon - First Folio Theatre at Mayslake Hall, Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W 31st St, Oak Brook. is offering $10 tickets to industry professionals Weds. evenings at 8 PM and Thursday matinees at 3 PM Jan. 28 thru Feb. 26
Tickets are on an "as available" basis and may be purchased no sooner than 48 hours in advance. Professionals must bring a union card, a headshot/resume, tech resume, or business card indicating employment in the theater business. Tickets may be purchased by calling 630-986-8067.
Monday, December 29, 2014
Thursday, December 18, 2014
National Endowment for the Arts 2015 Funding Guidelines Posted
Guidelines and application materials for two National Endowment for the Arts funding categories have been posted on the NEA's website. The 2015 Art Works and Challenge America programs support projects anticipated to take place beginning in 2016. Any non-profit 501(c)3 organization, unit of state or local government, or federally recognized tribal community with at least a three year programming history is eligible to apply for project-based support through these two programs. Together, Art Works and Challenge America constitute approximately 75 percent of the NEA's annual direct grantmaking (exclusive of state and regional partnership agreements).
CATEGORY DESCRIPTIONS
Art Works is the NEA's largest funding category, supporting the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with diverse and excellent art, lifelong learning in the arts, and the strengthening of communities through the arts. Matching grants generally range from $10,000 to $100,000. In fiscal year 2014, the NEA supported 1799 grants totaling $49.4 million through Art Works. The deadlines for Art Works applications are February 19 and July 23, 2015 depending on the artistic discipline and/or type of project for which an organization seeks support.
Challenge America offers support primarily to small and mid-sized organizations for projects that extend the reach of the arts to underserved populations—those whose opportunities to experience the arts are limited by geography, ethnicity, economics, or disability. In fiscal year 2014, Challenge America funded 147 grants totaling $1.47 million. The deadline for Challenge America is April 16, 2015.
Guidelines and application materials are in the Apply for a Grant section of the NEA website.
PAST ART WORKS AND CHALLENGE AMERICA GRANTS
To see the kinds of projects supported through these two categories, go to the Recent Grants section of the NEA website.
WEBINARS: SIGN UP AND ARCHIVES
In order to offer potential applicants the highest level of technical assistance, the NEA has scheduled webinars covering the basics of the Art Works and Challenge America funding categories, including how to apply to the NEA, how to select work samples, and how to prepare a strong application. After each presentation, there will be time for Q and A with NEA staff.
The Art Works webinar is scheduled for January 21, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. ET. The Challenge America session will be on March 11, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. ET. To sign up for either or both webinars, go to the webinar section of the NEA website.
Both webinars will be archived shortly after each event and posted on the NEA website in the webinar section.
About the National Endowment for the Arts
The National Endowment for the Arts was established by Congress in 1965 as an independent agency of the federal government. To date, the NEA has awarded more than $5 billion to strengthen the creative capacity of our communities by providing all Americans with diverse opportunities for arts participation. The NEA extends its work through partnerships with state arts agencies, local leaders, other federal agencies, and the philanthropic sector. To join the discussion on how art works, visit the NEA at www.arts.gov.
CATEGORY DESCRIPTIONS
Art Works is the NEA's largest funding category, supporting the creation of art that meets the highest standards of excellence, public engagement with diverse and excellent art, lifelong learning in the arts, and the strengthening of communities through the arts. Matching grants generally range from $10,000 to $100,000. In fiscal year 2014, the NEA supported 1799 grants totaling $49.4 million through Art Works. The deadlines for Art Works applications are February 19 and July 23, 2015 depending on the artistic discipline and/or type of project for which an organization seeks support.
Challenge America offers support primarily to small and mid-sized organizations for projects that extend the reach of the arts to underserved populations—those whose opportunities to experience the arts are limited by geography, ethnicity, economics, or disability. In fiscal year 2014, Challenge America funded 147 grants totaling $1.47 million. The deadline for Challenge America is April 16, 2015.
Guidelines and application materials are in the Apply for a Grant section of the NEA website.
PAST ART WORKS AND CHALLENGE AMERICA GRANTS
To see the kinds of projects supported through these two categories, go to the Recent Grants section of the NEA website.
WEBINARS: SIGN UP AND ARCHIVES
In order to offer potential applicants the highest level of technical assistance, the NEA has scheduled webinars covering the basics of the Art Works and Challenge America funding categories, including how to apply to the NEA, how to select work samples, and how to prepare a strong application. After each presentation, there will be time for Q and A with NEA staff.
The Art Works webinar is scheduled for January 21, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. ET. The Challenge America session will be on March 11, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. ET. To sign up for either or both webinars, go to the webinar section of the NEA website.
Both webinars will be archived shortly after each event and posted on the NEA website in the webinar section.
About the National Endowment for the Arts
The National Endowment for the Arts was established by Congress in 1965 as an independent agency of the federal government. To date, the NEA has awarded more than $5 billion to strengthen the creative capacity of our communities by providing all Americans with diverse opportunities for arts participation. The NEA extends its work through partnerships with state arts agencies, local leaders, other federal agencies, and the philanthropic sector. To join the discussion on how art works, visit the NEA at www.arts.gov.
Wednesday, December 17, 2014
Summer 2015 After School Matters Advanced Internship Program
After School Matters seeks theatre-related companies and businesses to host teens participating in the Advanced Internship during the summer of 2015. This program, the After School Matters Advanced Internship Program, is offered to the most experienced and successful teens who have already participated in ASM programs and are ready to take the next step toward their futures through internships with theatre industry. The Summer 2015 Advanced Internship Program session will run Monday, June 29th through Thursday, August 3rd. Interns are financially compensated for their participation through After School Matters.
Interested Employers can access the online application, and create the teen job description, here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ASM2015AdvInternship. For more information on the After School Matters Advanced Internship program, please contact Erick Deshaun Dorris at edorris@afterschoolmatters.org.
PROGRAM DATES
Start Date: 6/29/15
End Date: 8/3/15
TEEN HOURS
6 weeks
4 days/week
6 hours per day
** Teens are compensated by After School Matters
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
Thursday, January 8,. 2015 – Employer Informational/Orientation
March 1-3, 2015 – Teen application period
April 13 – May 8th – Teen Interview Window
May 8, 2015 – Teen/Employer Matches are finalized
Wk. of June 22-26th, Teen/Employer Orientation (TBD)
Wk. August 20 – 24th, Culminating Event/Reception
Employer Application
Interested Employers can access the online application, and create the teen job description, here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ASM2015AdvInternship
CONTACT
Erick Dorris, Senior Program Director
edorris@afterschoolmatters.org
(773) 217-9136 – cell
312-702-8965 – office
Interested Employers can access the online application, and create the teen job description, here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ASM2015AdvInternship. For more information on the After School Matters Advanced Internship program, please contact Erick Deshaun Dorris at edorris@afterschoolmatters.org.
PROGRAM DATES
Start Date: 6/29/15
End Date: 8/3/15
TEEN HOURS
6 weeks
4 days/week
6 hours per day
** Teens are compensated by After School Matters
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
Thursday, January 8,. 2015 – Employer Informational/Orientation
March 1-3, 2015 – Teen application period
April 13 – May 8th – Teen Interview Window
May 8, 2015 – Teen/Employer Matches are finalized
Wk. of June 22-26th, Teen/Employer Orientation (TBD)
Wk. August 20 – 24th, Culminating Event/Reception
Employer Application
Interested Employers can access the online application, and create the teen job description, here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ASM2015AdvInternship
CONTACT
Erick Dorris, Senior Program Director
edorris@afterschoolmatters.org
(773) 217-9136 – cell
312-702-8965 – office
Wednesday, December 10, 2014
We Must Breathe: A Response from Chicago Playwrights and Poets
Victory Gardens Theater announces We Must Breathe: A Response from Chicago Playwrights and Poets, a special event gathering members of Chicago’s artistic community to share their views on discrimination, race and inequality and engage Chicagoans in a discussion about these social issues. We Must Breathe features performances from poets and playwrights directed by Victory Gardens’ Associate Artistic Producer Joanie Schultz, and a forum discussion on the performance topics, moderated by Congo Square Theatre’s Artistic Director Samuel Roberson. The event is on Thursday, December 18, 2014 at 7:00pm at Victory Gardens Theater, 2433 N. Lincoln Avenue, and is free and open to the public.
In recent months the deaths of Michael Brown, Eric Garner, Oscar Grant, Tamir Rice, John Crawford, Sean Bell, Rekia Boyd, and countless others have brought to light ongoing national issues of race, discrimination and inequality. Droves of individuals across the country have taken to the streets participating in rallies, riots and die-ins. During this one-night-only event, members of the Chicago artistic community will address these topics through artistic expression.
We Must Breathe begins with performance pieces from a diverse group of artists, including Victory Gardens Ensemble playwrights Marcus Gardley (The Gospel of Lovingkindness; Black Odyssey) and Tanya Saracho (El Nogalar; Mala Hierba), Nambi Kelley (Native Son), Andrew Hinderaker (Dirty; Suicide Incorporated), Kristiana Colón (Octagon; Lack on Lack), Calamity West (The Peacock, The Gacy Play), Damon Williams (Lack on Lack), Nikki Patin (Surviving the Mic), Javon Smith (Louder than a Bomb), Kevin Coval (Young Chicago Authors) and Malcolm London (Young Chicago Authors) and several others. Performances are directed by Joanie Schultz. Following the performances is an open forum, moderated by Samuel Roberson exploring the social issues expressed by the featured artists.
Admission to We Must Breathe is free and open to the public, but reservations are required as space is limited. To reserve tickets to We Must Breathe, visit http://victorygardens.org/also-playing/we-must-breathe/ or call the Victory Gardens box office at 773-871-3000.
We Must Breathe will be livestreamed courtesy of Howlround.tv. Follow the event live on Twitter using #wemustbreathe.
The Coalition in support of We Must Breathe includes: Mothers of Murdered Sons, Congo Square Theatre, Chicago Torture Justice Memorials, I Grow Chicago, J-DEF Peace Project, Imagine Englewood If..., Arte y Vida, Dr. Soyini Madison of Northwestern University, JRV MAJESTY Productions, Civil Rights Agenda, League of Chicago Theatres, Amnesty International, Dr. Noni Gaylord-Harden of Loyola University, Black Ensemble Theatre, and Adventure Stage Chicago.
In recent months the deaths of Michael Brown, Eric Garner, Oscar Grant, Tamir Rice, John Crawford, Sean Bell, Rekia Boyd, and countless others have brought to light ongoing national issues of race, discrimination and inequality. Droves of individuals across the country have taken to the streets participating in rallies, riots and die-ins. During this one-night-only event, members of the Chicago artistic community will address these topics through artistic expression.
We Must Breathe begins with performance pieces from a diverse group of artists, including Victory Gardens Ensemble playwrights Marcus Gardley (The Gospel of Lovingkindness; Black Odyssey) and Tanya Saracho (El Nogalar; Mala Hierba), Nambi Kelley (Native Son), Andrew Hinderaker (Dirty; Suicide Incorporated), Kristiana Colón (Octagon; Lack on Lack), Calamity West (The Peacock, The Gacy Play), Damon Williams (Lack on Lack), Nikki Patin (Surviving the Mic), Javon Smith (Louder than a Bomb), Kevin Coval (Young Chicago Authors) and Malcolm London (Young Chicago Authors) and several others. Performances are directed by Joanie Schultz. Following the performances is an open forum, moderated by Samuel Roberson exploring the social issues expressed by the featured artists.
Admission to We Must Breathe is free and open to the public, but reservations are required as space is limited. To reserve tickets to We Must Breathe, visit http://victorygardens.org/also-playing/we-must-breathe/ or call the Victory Gardens box office at 773-871-3000.
We Must Breathe will be livestreamed courtesy of Howlround.tv. Follow the event live on Twitter using #wemustbreathe.
The Coalition in support of We Must Breathe includes: Mothers of Murdered Sons, Congo Square Theatre, Chicago Torture Justice Memorials, I Grow Chicago, J-DEF Peace Project, Imagine Englewood If..., Arte y Vida, Dr. Soyini Madison of Northwestern University, JRV MAJESTY Productions, Civil Rights Agenda, League of Chicago Theatres, Amnesty International, Dr. Noni Gaylord-Harden of Loyola University, Black Ensemble Theatre, and Adventure Stage Chicago.
Tuesday, December 9, 2014
Space Availability at Steep Theatre
Steep Theatre’s storefront space is available for daytime rentals. The 60-seat blackbox theatre and spacious lobby are ideal for classes, rehearsals and auditions. The space is fully ADA compliant and conveniently located next to the Berwyn Red Line stop. Contact kate@steeptheatre.com for more information.
Monday, December 8, 2014
Industry Ticket Offers
The Merry Widow - Light Opera Works at Cahn Auditorium, 600 Emerson in Evanston, is offering half-price industry tickets on December 19, 20 and 27 at 8 p.m., and December 21 and 26 at 2 p.m. For tickets call 847-920-5360 or visit www.LightOperaWorks.com and use code "waltz." Tickets must be purchased in advance. No door sales.
Thursday, December 4, 2014
Dead Writers Theatre Collective Launches Training Wing
BRITISH COMEDIC TECHNIQUE INTENSIVE
Dead Writers is offering a 6-week intensive class on developing and/or perfecting British classic comic technique taught by Dead Writers
Artistic Director Jim Schneider and Collective member and veteran of London's West End Betsy Pennington Taylor. In this class you will learn:
• The Evolution & History of High Comedy
• The Differences between American & English Acting
• How to fully utilize the arsenal of words
• Fine tune and polish intonation and diction of RP and Heightened RP accent within a given text
• How to analyze text for comic clues regarding timing and delivery
• Differences in acting styles of Sheridan, Wycherley,Wilde, Coward and Ayckbourn
• Vocal and period specific physical character development
The 6th class will be a showcase performance for agents, family, friends and casting directors.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ENROLL NOW
2 DAY SELF-PRODUCING SEMINAR
This 2-day workshop is a must for anyone planning to put on their own show or start their own not-for-profit theatre company!
Dead Writers is offering a 2-day intensive workshop on planning and executing your own production or not-for-profit theatre company without losing your shirt or blouse.
In this 10-hour, 2-day comprehensive workshop you will learn how to:
• create a working budget and business plan
• basics of grant writing
• locating and booking a venue
• securing donations
• the art of the "ask" in fundraising
• tips on marketing and filling the seats
• how to incorporate and become a 501(c)(3)
• select mandatory and appropriate insurance coverage
• most common mistakes made by young producers
This class will be taught by industry specialists on each subject.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ENROLL NOW
Dead Writers is offering a 6-week intensive class on developing and/or perfecting British classic comic technique taught by Dead Writers
Artistic Director Jim Schneider and Collective member and veteran of London's West End Betsy Pennington Taylor. In this class you will learn:
• The Evolution & History of High Comedy
• The Differences between American & English Acting
• How to fully utilize the arsenal of words
• Fine tune and polish intonation and diction of RP and Heightened RP accent within a given text
• How to analyze text for comic clues regarding timing and delivery
• Differences in acting styles of Sheridan, Wycherley,Wilde, Coward and Ayckbourn
• Vocal and period specific physical character development
The 6th class will be a showcase performance for agents, family, friends and casting directors.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ENROLL NOW
2 DAY SELF-PRODUCING SEMINAR
This 2-day workshop is a must for anyone planning to put on their own show or start their own not-for-profit theatre company!
Dead Writers is offering a 2-day intensive workshop on planning and executing your own production or not-for-profit theatre company without losing your shirt or blouse.
In this 10-hour, 2-day comprehensive workshop you will learn how to:
• create a working budget and business plan
• basics of grant writing
• locating and booking a venue
• securing donations
• the art of the "ask" in fundraising
• tips on marketing and filling the seats
• how to incorporate and become a 501(c)(3)
• select mandatory and appropriate insurance coverage
• most common mistakes made by young producers
This class will be taught by industry specialists on each subject.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ENROLL NOW
NET/TEN Exchange Grants Intent to Apply Due December 10
The intent to apply period for 2014-15 NET/TEN Exchange Grants closes next week!
• Log-in HERE using your NET member username and password to access the online application
• Lead applicants must be NET members in the Ensemble category in good standing
• You will be asked to identify your proposed project partner(s) and provide a brief description of the project
• The intent to apply is due by Wednesday, December 10th at Noon PT / 3pm ET. You must hit [SAVE] at the bottom of the page in order for your intent to be processed
• The full application will be made available to eligible applicants on January 5th, 2015 (3.5 weeks prior to the full application deadline, January 10th, 2015)
___________________________________
Please join us for an online information session about NET/TEN Exchange Grants!
THIS WEEK - Friday, December 5th
11:00am - 12:00pm PT / 1:00pm - 2:00pm CT / 2:00pm - 3:00pm ET
This session will include:
• Overview of the NET/TEN program
• Exchange Grant Program Goals and Criteria
• Examples of Projects
• Frequently Asked Questions (and answers!)
• Walk-through of the "Intent to Apply" process
• 15 minute Q & A
HOW TO JOIN THE SESSION
Click link below OR copy and paste into your browser:
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/117659549
Use your microphone and speakers (VoIP) - a headset is recommended.
Or, join by phone. Call: +1 (510) 201-0301 and enter access code: 117-659-549
NOTE: The session will include a PowerPoint presentation. People who join by phone will not have access to this content until after the session.
NOT ABLE TO JOIN US?
You are invited to contact Park Cofield, Program Associate with specific questions at netten@ensembletheaters.net or by calling 323-638-4870.
• Log-in HERE using your NET member username and password to access the online application
• Lead applicants must be NET members in the Ensemble category in good standing
• You will be asked to identify your proposed project partner(s) and provide a brief description of the project
• The intent to apply is due by Wednesday, December 10th at Noon PT / 3pm ET. You must hit [SAVE] at the bottom of the page in order for your intent to be processed
• The full application will be made available to eligible applicants on January 5th, 2015 (3.5 weeks prior to the full application deadline, January 10th, 2015)
___________________________________
Please join us for an online information session about NET/TEN Exchange Grants!
THIS WEEK - Friday, December 5th
11:00am - 12:00pm PT / 1:00pm - 2:00pm CT / 2:00pm - 3:00pm ET
This session will include:
• Overview of the NET/TEN program
• Exchange Grant Program Goals and Criteria
• Examples of Projects
• Frequently Asked Questions (and answers!)
• Walk-through of the "Intent to Apply" process
• 15 minute Q & A
HOW TO JOIN THE SESSION
Click link below OR copy and paste into your browser:
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/117659549
Use your microphone and speakers (VoIP) - a headset is recommended.
Or, join by phone. Call: +1 (510) 201-0301 and enter access code: 117-659-549
NOTE: The session will include a PowerPoint presentation. People who join by phone will not have access to this content until after the session.
NOT ABLE TO JOIN US?
You are invited to contact Park Cofield, Program Associate with specific questions at netten@ensembletheaters.net or by calling 323-638-4870.
Wednesday, December 3, 2014
2015 Saints Grants Program
The Saints would like to inform theater, dance, and music organizations of the opening of their 2015 Grants Program. The Saints invite and encourage performing arts organizations to apply for this grant assistance to be used for artistic development or production-related purposes. Budget requests up to $7,500 will be considered for projects covering the performance year from June 1, 2015 through May 31, 2016.
The Grant guidelines, application facsimile and FAQ page can now be accessed on the Saints website at www.saintschicago.org in the Grants tab on the left. The actual Grant application will be available by the end of December 2014. Online applications will be accepted between January 1, 2015 and February 28, 2015. This year, The Saints will award $115,000 in Grants.
The Grant guidelines, application facsimile and FAQ page can now be accessed on the Saints website at www.saintschicago.org in the Grants tab on the left. The actual Grant application will be available by the end of December 2014. Online applications will be accepted between January 1, 2015 and February 28, 2015. This year, The Saints will award $115,000 in Grants.
Tuesday, December 2, 2014
Industry Ticket Offers
Vatzlav- Trap Door Theatre at The Chopin Theatre, 1543 West Division Street, is offering complimentary tickets for their one night re-mount of last season's absurdist comedy hit on Friday 12/5 at 8pm. Performance is part of The Chopin Theatre's Weekend Festival Tribute to Z. Herbet and S. Mrozek. To make your reservations, visit http://herbertmrozektribute.eventbrite.com.
Airline Highway - Steppenwolf Theatre, 1650 N. Halsted, is offering $20 Tickets to any Thursday, Friday or Sunday evening performance between Dec 4 – 21. Use code “18965”online at steppenwolf.org or call Audience Services at 312-335-1650. Tickets must be reserved at least one hour before performance. Subject to availability.
The Clean House –Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave, is offering $15 industry tickets to The Clean House by Sarah Ruhl. This offer is valid for Preview Performances and any Friday performance through January 11. Please mention the code INDUSTRY when reserving tickets by phone or walk-up. Call 773.404.7336 or visit www.RemyBumppo.org for more information.
The Christmas Schooner - Mercury Theater Chicago, 3745 North Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613, is offering a limited number of $15 Industry tickets on Friday, December 5th at 7:30pm and Friday, December 12th at 7:30pm. Discounted tickets are available with code "INDUSTRY" when you call 773-325-1700.
Airline Highway - Steppenwolf Theatre, 1650 N. Halsted, is offering $20 Tickets to any Thursday, Friday or Sunday evening performance between Dec 4 – 21. Use code “18965”online at steppenwolf.org or call Audience Services at 312-335-1650. Tickets must be reserved at least one hour before performance. Subject to availability.
The Clean House –Remy Bumppo Theatre Company, 2257 N. Lincoln Ave, is offering $15 industry tickets to The Clean House by Sarah Ruhl. This offer is valid for Preview Performances and any Friday performance through January 11. Please mention the code INDUSTRY when reserving tickets by phone or walk-up. Call 773.404.7336 or visit www.RemyBumppo.org for more information.
The Christmas Schooner - Mercury Theater Chicago, 3745 North Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613, is offering a limited number of $15 Industry tickets on Friday, December 5th at 7:30pm and Friday, December 12th at 7:30pm. Discounted tickets are available with code "INDUSTRY" when you call 773-325-1700.
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