War Horse – Cadillac Palace Theatre, 151 W Randolph, is offering an industry pre-sale to purchase tickets to see this remarkable tale of courage, loyalty and friendship before they go on sale to the general public. Click here and use code LEAGUE when ordering. Visit http://www.broadwayinchicago.com/ for more information.
The Merchant of Venice - First Folio Theatre at Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31st St. in Oak Brook, is offering $10 industry tickets to Wednesday performances at 8:15 p.m. July 11 - August 15. Tickets may be purchased at the box office. Professionals must bring a union card, a headshot/resume, tech resume, or business card indicating employment in the theater business. More info at http://www.firstfolio.org/.
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Monday, June 18, 2012
Theatrical Material and Equipment Available for Free
Classics on Stage is offering theatrical material and equipment for free to other theatre companies. Includes set pieces and drops, costumes, props, sound equipment including Shure PZM type floor mics, various amplifiers and a good quality mixer, lots of lighting (fresnels, PAR "cans," various other including mirror ball and rain light as well as plenty of cable, projector and some "wheels," color wheels, and more. Contact Bob at Classstage@aol.com for more information or to arrange a meeting.
Office Space for Lease in Chicago Dramatists Building
Historic commercial storefront building with updated lobby, elevator, 24/7 access. Prominent corner location at Chicago, Milwaukee, and Ogden. Unparalleled transportation with CTA Blue line station a few steps away, bus stop at thedoor, and I-90/94 within blocks. Home to Chicago Dramatists, Big Shoulders Coffee Works, and other small, arts-related tenants.
Available: 800 sf. Private suite with three connected offices for lease on third floor. $950 month plus gas and electric, separately metered. Annual lease
Available: Private desk/cubicle in shared office. Internet access, copy machine, conference room. Monthly lease at $250.
victoriagranacki@mindspring.com or call Vicki at 312-421-1131.
Available: 800 sf. Private suite with three connected offices for lease on third floor. $950 month plus gas and electric, separately metered. Annual lease
Available: Private desk/cubicle in shared office. Internet access, copy machine, conference room. Monthly lease at $250.
victoriagranacki@mindspring.com or call Vicki at 312-421-1131.
Rehearsal Space Availability at City Lit
A 4-week prime-time rehearsal space will be available at City Lit Theater right off the Bryn Mawr "L" stop. It will be available from August 13-September 9. Contact Brian Pastor at bpastor@citylit.org or (773) 293-3682 for rates and info.
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Epidemic?
Last Saturday I went to a show in a 99 seat house that had 18 audience members, I also heard about a show that was cancelling performances because they had no reservations. Then I got a link to this and I started wondering if we had an epidemic on our hands. But then I thought, no, I can name at least as many shows that were sold out this weekend.
I’d like to see them all sold out. The League does a lot of marketing of Chicago theatre and a lot of PR around Chicago theatre. Can we be doing more? Always…but we are limited by resources. So, I started thinking about specifically targeting new audiences – that would be local people who don’t go to theatre now. The Free Night of Theatre program is focused on getting people to a theatre they haven’t been to before and Hot Tix is also focused on bringing in new audiences (although those audiences are as likely to be tourists as they are to be residents). Could we maybe expand on the Free Night message – there is a great theatre in your neighborhood – go check it out? How would we do that? What media would we use? Are we using social media in the best and most targeted way? What kind of a goal could we have to measure success? Beyond that, are theatres using their current patrons and their patron data to retain and attract new audiences? Are there more ways we can help with that?
The goal is important. What number do we start with and where do we move it. What tools do we use? I’m curious to know your thoughts on this.
Deb
I’d like to see them all sold out. The League does a lot of marketing of Chicago theatre and a lot of PR around Chicago theatre. Can we be doing more? Always…but we are limited by resources. So, I started thinking about specifically targeting new audiences – that would be local people who don’t go to theatre now. The Free Night of Theatre program is focused on getting people to a theatre they haven’t been to before and Hot Tix is also focused on bringing in new audiences (although those audiences are as likely to be tourists as they are to be residents). Could we maybe expand on the Free Night message – there is a great theatre in your neighborhood – go check it out? How would we do that? What media would we use? Are we using social media in the best and most targeted way? What kind of a goal could we have to measure success? Beyond that, are theatres using their current patrons and their patron data to retain and attract new audiences? Are there more ways we can help with that?
The goal is important. What number do we start with and where do we move it. What tools do we use? I’m curious to know your thoughts on this.
Deb
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Industry Ticket Offers
Rent – American Theater Company, 1909 W. Byron, is offering half-price industry tickets for performances Wednesday June 13 and Wednesday June 20 at 8 p.m. Available in-person at the box office or by calling audience services at 773-409-4125.
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Re-Energized
I was on vacation last week, travelling in Portugal. It was beautiful and I love to travel and there were so many wonderful things to see and do. In a small town called Evora there was some kind of a book festival going on and we wandered down to the center of town at about 10:00 at night and there was a storyteller on stage and an audience of about 200 people listening, it was so beautiful. In Lisbon we went to a Fado house and saw some incredible Fado singers. Gorgeous, if you’ve never heard it – I would describe it as having the passion of opera combined with folk music. We saw wonderful old churches and castles and the most glorious tile work I have ever seen.
But you know what’s the best? I missed my Chicago. As wonderful as Europe is…you know, all those old churches and other old stuff, what we have here is extraordinary. Walking around Chicago rivals walking around almost any city in Europe. And of course the theatre…unrivaled. On the way home I met two honeymooners on their way to Chicago and I was so excited to tell them where to go and what to do. I love doing that.
And the other thing that’s best? I’m re-energized for the work. It was a great vacation but I’m glad to be home and I can’t wait to see some theatre.
Deb
But you know what’s the best? I missed my Chicago. As wonderful as Europe is…you know, all those old churches and other old stuff, what we have here is extraordinary. Walking around Chicago rivals walking around almost any city in Europe. And of course the theatre…unrivaled. On the way home I met two honeymooners on their way to Chicago and I was so excited to tell them where to go and what to do. I love doing that.
And the other thing that’s best? I’m re-energized for the work. It was a great vacation but I’m glad to be home and I can’t wait to see some theatre.
Deb
Lunar Eclipse 2012
Saturday, June 16 at 8 p.m. at the Eclipse Theatre Rehearsal Space
4001 N. Ravenswood, Suite 402
It's that time again! Come celebrate the 2012 Summer Solstice and network with all of us at Eclipse as well as our friends from the Chicago Theatre community! The night kicks off at 8pm at our swanky digs:
Come on by for
•A great variety of beer and wine
•Lots and lots of great appetizers
•Music & dancing
•A chance to mingle and network with some of the coolest artists in Chicago Theatre Actors -
If you are in a show that night, please come by afterwards! We'll be going into the wee hours of the night! Actors, Designers, Directors, Artists - feel free to bring your picture & resume! $15 suggested donation or whatever you can donate at the door, or donate $10 or more in advance by clicking the link to the right. All donations help cover the cost of our event. Click here for more information.
4001 N. Ravenswood, Suite 402
It's that time again! Come celebrate the 2012 Summer Solstice and network with all of us at Eclipse as well as our friends from the Chicago Theatre community! The night kicks off at 8pm at our swanky digs:
Come on by for
•A great variety of beer and wine
•Lots and lots of great appetizers
•Music & dancing
•A chance to mingle and network with some of the coolest artists in Chicago Theatre Actors -
If you are in a show that night, please come by afterwards! We'll be going into the wee hours of the night! Actors, Designers, Directors, Artists - feel free to bring your picture & resume! $15 suggested donation or whatever you can donate at the door, or donate $10 or more in advance by clicking the link to the right. All donations help cover the cost of our event. Click here for more information.
Industry Ticket Offers
Sweet Confinement - SiNNERMAN Ensemble at Theater on the Lake, 2400 N. Lake Shore Dr. is offering $10 industry tickets to the show and TOTL's 60th Anniversary celebration on Wednesday, June 13 at 7:30 p.m.. Pre-show birthday party with cake, cocktails, and a pre-show performance will take place in the southern pavilion beginning at 6 p.m. For tickets call 312.742.7994 and mention code BIRTHDAY.
Chicago Live! - UP Comedy Club, 230 W. North Ave. is offering 50% off the $19 ticket price to the Thursday, June 7, 7 p.m. show with Phylicia Rashad and Paul Oakley Stovall discussing the new play, Immediate Family. For tickets click here and use code STAGE.
Chicago Live! - UP Comedy Club, 230 W. North Ave. is offering 50% off the $19 ticket price to the Thursday, June 7, 7 p.m. show with Phylicia Rashad and Paul Oakley Stovall discussing the new play, Immediate Family. For tickets click here and use code STAGE.
Chicago Dramatists Summer 2012 Classes
Always Wanted To Write But Didn’t Know Where to Start? This Summer: Become a Playwright at Chicago Dramatists
A national leader in playwright training, Chicago Dramatists offers a variety of professional playwriting classes designed for both beginning and experienced playwrights. Classes are focused on building practical skills and stage-worthy scripts, and are conducted in a supportive, positive environment. Most classes include a mixture of lecture, discussion, writing assignments (both in and out of class), reading and critiquing participants’ work.
A teacher or acting-school student? Receive 15% off and if you’re a theater undergrad or grad student, receive 40% off! Discounts for seniors and first timers are also available along with the full listing of classes at http://www.chicagodramatists.org/. Hurry! Registration is limited!
A national leader in playwright training, Chicago Dramatists offers a variety of professional playwriting classes designed for both beginning and experienced playwrights. Classes are focused on building practical skills and stage-worthy scripts, and are conducted in a supportive, positive environment. Most classes include a mixture of lecture, discussion, writing assignments (both in and out of class), reading and critiquing participants’ work.
A teacher or acting-school student? Receive 15% off and if you’re a theater undergrad or grad student, receive 40% off! Discounts for seniors and first timers are also available along with the full listing of classes at http://www.chicagodramatists.org/. Hurry! Registration is limited!
2012 ATCA Perspectives in Criticism Lecture by Terry Teachout
The American Theatre Critics Association and Chicago Shakespeare Theater invite League member theatres to hear Wall Street Journal theatre critic Terry Teachout speak on "The Power of Enthusiasm," which will be the 2012 ATCA Perspectives in Criticism lecture. Terry will speak at 11AM, Friday, June 15, in the Skyline Room at Chicago Shakespeare Theater. The talk, and a question and answer period to follow, will conclude no later than Noon. CST is offering their reduced-price parking area at Navy Pier for those driving to the event. Prior to the Perspectives in Criticism address, the American Theatre Critics Association will present major playwriting awards to Caridad Svich and Darren Canady, both authors well-known to Chicago audiences and League members. League guests are invited to attend this portion of the morning as well, which will begin about 10:15AM. This event is free for League members but space is limited. RSVP to ben@chicagoplays.com to attend.
As theatre critic for the Wall Street Journal, Terry Teachout has recognized that he writes for a national publication, despite its very New York City name. As such, he's made theatre a national beat and not merely a local one, traveling frequently to cities and theatre venues across the country to review and comment. He's been to Chicago many times in just a few years, taking in shows at smaller neighborhood theatres and storefronts as well as our major institutions. In addition to his work as a critic, Terry also is a theatre and music scholar with several publications to his credit, and a produced playwright.
As theatre critic for the Wall Street Journal, Terry Teachout has recognized that he writes for a national publication, despite its very New York City name. As such, he's made theatre a national beat and not merely a local one, traveling frequently to cities and theatre venues across the country to review and comment. He's been to Chicago many times in just a few years, taking in shows at smaller neighborhood theatres and storefronts as well as our major institutions. In addition to his work as a critic, Terry also is a theatre and music scholar with several publications to his credit, and a produced playwright.
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Office Space Availability at the Greenhouse Theater Center
Office Space available at the Greenhouse Theater Center. Available July 1st. Space sharing is an option. Office space includes electric, gas, internet access and phone lines with 24/7 building access. Please contact Jenn Kincaid for more information - jennifer@greenhousetheater.org or 773.404.7336 x200.
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