Platte River Bard Podcast

What a lovely conversation with two talented Creatives, Ellen Struve and Amy Lane, PhD.  You'll hear their incredible friendship and collaboration on Ellen's staged reading of Old Bat.  This play is co-produced by Benson Theatre and the Great Play Theatre Commons PlayFest and is a free staged reading on March 23rd and 24th at the Benson Theatre.  This staged reading has been reimagined into a different style of staged readings and it is sure to lure you in to another world and story.

Ellen's fanciful style and realistic perspectives will become centerstage in this fun play.  We talk about her process of writing plays, and how she and Amy became friends.  

It’s always an honor to talk with local Creatives who have brought so much to our Arts Community and to see Benson Theatre and Great Plains Theatre Commons collaborate for local playwrights.

For reservations go to https://gptcplays.com 

BENSON THEATRE

https://bensontheatre.org

GREAT PLAINS THEATRE COMMONS Playfest:

https://www.gptcplays.com/2022-23-playfest/ 

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The excitement is brewing!  Opera Omaha is ending this season with The Marriage of Figaro, and we had a lovely conversation with Michael Adams and Mary Feminear, who play the Count and the Countess in this beloved opera.  Mary and Michael are married in real life as well as their characters onstage, and it made for a great interview.  Our conversation was cut short because of technical problems, and we hope to talk with them again in the future.

Both of these Creatives are immensely experienced and talented and it was an honor to talk with them. 

Don't miss this famous and timeless opera, which is Directed by Dean Anthony and Conducted by Steven White.  

Performances are March 31st and April 2nd and ticket prices begin at $19. You can get your tickets to this beloved opera, The Marriage of Figaro at ticketomaha.com.   

Opera Omaha also offers their Opera in Conversation, The Art of Comedy: "Comedic Tropes at Types" which will be held at the Blackstone Theatre March 21st at 6PM.  And for a talkback after the opera, Opera in Conversation:  "After The Curtain Call" on April 4th at the Benson Theatre at 6PM.  These events are free of charge.

OPERA OMAHA CONTACT INFO:

For Tickets:  ticketomaha.com

Website: www.operaomaha.org 

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/operaomaha/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/operaomaha/

Twitter:https://twitter.com/operaomaha

You Tube:  https://www.youtube.com/user/operaomaha

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Le Nozze di Figaro - No. 11 Cavatina 'Porgi, Amor'

Overture to The marriage of Figaro, K. 492

We are back with all of the March theatre events and news that we could find in the area to share with you.   We also have some special music from Blixt, from their production "Puddin' and the Grumble" so please join us to find out all of the projects talented Creatives are bringing to our area!

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We talk with Mackenzie Zielke, Director of Into the Woods which opens March 10th at the Chanticleer Community Theater at the Pottawattamie Arts and Cultural Entertainment Center.  Mackenzie talks with us about her extensive musical and teaching background, her commitment to inclusive casting, and her experience with this specific show which has guided her to Direct this legendary musical that includes a large cast and a live orchestra.

You won't want to miss our interview or this latest production!  Into the Woods opens March 10th and runs until March 19th!  For tickets and information go to https://paceartsiowa.org. 

CHANTICLEER COMMUNITY THEATER AT the Hoff Family Arts and Culture Center at PACE:

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chanticleertheater 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paceartsia/?hl=en 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/PACEartsiowa 

Chanticleer Community Theatre / Pace Arts Iowa 1001 S 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA

PACE (Pottawattamie Arts, Culture and Entertainment):  https://www.paceartsiowa.org 

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Emily A. Rollie Ph.D., Director of Men on Boats at UNO Theatre talks about this history reimagined production made up of non-binary and female cast members!  In addition, we learned about her other role as an Intimacy Choreographer, which is timely and a newer concept to the theatre stage.  Dr. Rollie also serves as an Educator and Faculty Member of the Washington Central State University theatre department, as well as an Associate Faculty Member for Theatrical Intimacy Education.  She has written numerous articles, has served as an Artistic Director at the Independent Actors Theatre, and has a Master's Degree in Theatre at Central Washington University and her Ph.D. at the University of Missouri-Columbia.  

Dr. Rollie has many more credits and talents to her name and can be found on her website:  https://www.emilyrollie.com/.  And suffice to say, she has brought her vast talents to this production at UNO Theatre.  In addition, it's perfect timing, since March is Women's History Month to bring such a talented female to our state who has been a resource and advocate for women in theatre, and a gender and sexuality educator.  She was the Assistant Director of Troubling Violence Performance Project (TVPP) a group dedicated to opening lines of communication about issues of relationship violence through the performance of personal narratives.  

There's so much to unpack here:  Men On Boats is a history reimagined play about the 1869 exploration of what is known today as the Grand Canyon, as well as learning about Intimacy Choreography from such a talented Creative.  Join us for a great conversation with Emily A. Rollie, Ph.D.!

Men On Boats by Jacklyn Backhaus opens February 23rd through March 5th.

Performances are February 23-25th, and March 2-4 at 7:30PM; and Feb 26 and March 5th at 2PM.

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UNO CONTACT INFORMATION: 

Website:  UNO Theatre Website

Facebook: UNOTheatre on Facebook

Instagram: UNO Theatre on Instagram

Twitter: UNO Theatre on Twitter

For tickets at the door: 6505 University Dr S, Omaha, NE 68182

Walk up to the Box Office

Visit the Theatre Box Office, located on the first floor at the south lobby of the Weber Fine Arts Building.

The box office opens at 6:30 p.m. on performance nights.

To Call for Tickets: Box Office: 402.554.PLAY (7529)

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After a little bit of a needed rest, we are back with all of the theatre events and news we could find in the area to share with you.   Please join us!

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Angels Theatre Company in Lincoln, NE is bringing us a World Premiere of the play written by Jennifer Blackmer, based on the story of scientist Dr. Meg Crane.  Dr. Crane invented the home pregnancy test and revolutionized healthcare for women for decades to come.  In addition, on January 5th, 2023 there will be a community discussion at First Plymouth Congregational Church that is a free event, hosted by Patti Pansing Brooks, with Dr. Crane and Jennifer Blackmer to discuss stigmas surrounding the invention, as well as topical conversations about a persons ability to have bodily autonomy.  Don't miss this really important topic in women's rights, and one woman's journey in helping others take control of their lives.  We talk with Executive Artistic Director, Timothy Scholl, about this production, Predictor, and it's world premiere on February 10th as well as the free community discussion on January 5th.  

Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.liedcenter.org/event/predictor-world-premiere or call the box office at 402-472-4747.

ANGELS THEATRE COMPANY:

Website:  https://angelscompany.org/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelstheatrecompany/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelstheatreco_lincoln/ 

Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/angelstheatreco

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Jennifer Blackmer: https://www.jenniferblackmer.com/ 

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BENSON THEATRE CONACT INFO:

Website and Tickets: https://bensontheatre.org/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BensonTheatre 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bensontheatre/ 

Twitter:  https://twitter.com/BensonTheatre 

6054 Maple Street, Omaha, NE 

BRIGIT ST. BRIGIT THEATRE COMPANY CONTACT INFO: 

Website: https://www.bsbtheatre.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSBTheatre

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bsbtheatre/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/bsbtheatre

What's Happening in local theatre in December 2022?  We have it here for you - plus - a little bit of news - a little bit of corny chat - and also FREE tickets to “The Cemetery Club” at Chanticleer CommunityTheatre at PACE December 9th - 11th, 2022!

Go to:  https://ci.ovationtix.com/35635/production/1125075?promo=PODCAST

Use Promo Code:  PODCAST

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A Christmas Carol - A podcast brought to you by the Platte River Bard:

https://platteriverbard.podbean.com/e/a-christmas-carol-radio-show-rolla-missouri/ 

"O Christmas Tree" Licensed under Creative Commons 3.0 Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC by 3.0).  Courtesy of Kevin MacLeod at Incomptech.com.

Music used with permission by Screaming Skull Productions

© The Platte River Bard Podcast, 2022, Chris and Sheri Berger

Experience sisterhood, friendship, joy, and hilarity with Chanticleer Theater's production of "The Cemetery Club" which opens at the Hoff Family and Arts Culture Center at PACE December 2nd.  We talked with a some of the talented cast:  Phyllis Cremonini, Connie Lee, and Heather Wilhelm as well as their Stage Manager Riley Pope, and Director Joey Hartshorn about this endearing play.  This production by Chanticleer offers wonderful roles and opportunities, and in the process we get to experience their enduring friendships, laughter and sisterhood.

You won't want to miss this endearing play, so find out more about it on our podcast! The Cemetery Club runs December 2-4, and 9-11th.  To get tickets go to paceartsiowa.org

CHANTICLEER COMMUNITY THEATER AT the Hoff Family Arts and Culture Center at PACE:

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/chanticleertheater 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paceartsia/?hl=en 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/PACEartsiowa 

Chanticleer Community Theatre / Pace Arts Iowa 1001 S 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA

PACE (Pottawattamie Arts, Culture and Entertainment):  https://www.paceartsiowa.org