From:                              Senior Theatre Resource Center <bonniev@seniortheatre.com>

Sent:                               Monday, April 05, 2021 5:24 PM

To:                                   customerservice@seniortheatre.com

Subject:                          Jump Start Your Senior Theatre

 

April 2021

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Bonnie's Column:
Jump Start Your Senior Theatre
 

We hope that the pandemic may be fading enough to let us resume what we love to do—perform. Even though we are eager, last year has changed a lot of things. Many of us are exhausted, more irritable, and less thoughtful of others. A mindful re-opening addresses safety concerns, play selection, how to deal with 'prickly' actors, and includes a back-up plan for 'just in case.' In other words, before you resume regular activities, do some solid planning. It will pay off. To help you, we have a survey, a sale, and a discussion.

  • Survey:  Share with us your plans for post-pandemic theatrical activities. Our survey will take only a few minutes! Click here for Jump Start Your Senior Theatre: What are your plans?
  • Sale: Find new and fresh materials for your ‘coming out’ classes and performances. All of our plays, books, and materials are on sale!
  • Discussion: Get strategic! And join our “Jump Start Conversation” for ideas about how to emerge and return to work.

No one is unchanged from the pandemic. If we are able to address the situation with direction and purpose, both actors and audiences will heal faster and better. We are here to help you!

Yours in theatre,

Bonnie L. Vorenberg
President, ArtAge Publications
 

 



Save $5 on your next order!

To encourage you to "Jump Start," we are offering a special sale.
Save on your next order of $20 or more.

At checkout, enter the coupon code: JumpStart to save $5!

Sale ends April 12, 2021

 


Spring is always a time for fresh starts and new beginnings. This spring, however, seems brighter than ever. As more people are vaccinated, we look forward to a strong return of Senior Theatre performances. In this round-table discussion, we'll share ideas for recharging your Senior Theatre program after a year of disruptions.

Join Bonnie and...

  • Share your plans for emerging from the pandemic
  • Learn from other Senior Theatre companies
  • Connect with others who have a shared passion

To Register, click here
$20 for the session
Friday, April 16
4PM Eastern, 3PM Central, 2PM Mountain, 1PM Pacific

 



 

Watch a performance:
Arches, Balance and Light

Arches, Balance and Light by Mary Spletter is the story of famed architect Julia Morgan. The Berkeley native was the first woman to be admitted, after much struggle, to the École nationale supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris, the first female architect certified in California, and the first female architect to win the AIA Gold Medal. She is best known for designing San Simeon and many other famous buildings.

Watch the Performance: Click here or visit http://www.rossvalleyplayers.com/arches-balance-and-light/

Read the play: Click here or visit https://www.seniortheatre.com/product/arches-balance-and-light/

Then donate to the Ross Valley Players and get a copy of the script.

Introducing:
NewStages Theatre Company

Mark Salyer is our newest member to be selected for Who's Who in Senior Theatre. He is the Director and lead instructor of NewStages, a Los Angeles-based theatre company for seniors producing classes, workshops, and performances. Mark draws on his background in all disciplines of the performing arts to bring dynamic arts experiences to the senior community. The company has produced 15 performances and over 30 workshops including musical theatre with the fabulous Kay Cole plus others on acting, improvisation, storytelling, and singing.   


The company has done a lot of work using memories to create theatre in their LGBTQ seniors program. "These folks have such amazing stories. We felt a need to nurture them in the process," says Salyer. They also have produced online classes and performances. "I was concerned that the technological demands would lessen our reach and that many people would feel uncomfortable on Zoom. Boy, was I wrong!" Salyer explains. 

 

Currently, NewStages is offering a Tennessee Williams workshop and preparing for auditions for their Pride show, Secret Lives. Click here to learn about Mark and the company.

 


Mark Salyer is our newest member to be selected for Who's Who in Senior Theatre.
If you're a mover and shaker in the field, consider applying to join!
Click here to see a detailed list of benefits!
 

 

 

Our website features Senior Theatre information and is always being updated. The site is complete with plays, books, "Who's Who in Senior Theatre," plus news, trends, and FreeViews of the plays. Discover how to tie short shows together with our many plays on a theme. There is something for everyone!

Download our catalog:


 

 

The largest collection of plays, books, materials, and information for older performers.
 

Contact us at:

PO Box 19955, Portland OR 97280
503-246-3000 or 800-858-4998
bonniev@seniortheatre.com     www.seniortheatre.com


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