Good Luck Macbeth Theatre Company - Theatre News

An Intimate Evening with Cami Thompson

8/30/2015

A Night of Storytelling and Music

Please join us Friday, September 18th, 2015 when Good Luck Macbeth Theatre presents "PASSION", a new concert created and performed by Reno native singer/actor/songwriter Cami Thompson and her trio: Peter Supersano, keys; Joe McKenna, bass; Te Kanawa "Rufus" Haereiti, drums.

This Adults only (18+) thematic concert explores the idea of PASSION - when Reason and Objectivity are rendered Passive to more powerful Emotions. From words and music spanning the Great American Songbook to Pop, Rock, R&B, Soul, Blues, and originals, Cami sings of attraction, desire, romance, sex, betrayal, jealousy, heartache, forgiveness, longing, healing, second chances and Love.

AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH CAMI THOMPSON: "PASSION" Friday, September 28th Two showtimes: 7:00 and 9:30 Show length - @90 minutes Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Good Luck Macbeth Theatre, 713 S. Virginia Street, Reno NV (775)322-3716

Spoken Views Poetry Slam

8/27/2015

Thanks to Everyone for Coming Out!

Liam Kyle Cahill, Whetherman, and John Craigie

8/7/2015

Join us for a fantastic night of storytelling and acoustic music

Due to high demand and the intimate nature of this show, Good Luck Macbeth now presents TWO UNFORGETTABLE NIGHTS of music and storytelling featuring national touring songwriters John Craigie (Portland, OR), Whetherman (Jacksonville, FL), and hometown hero Liam Kyle Cahill (Reno, NV).

Tickets are now available for both Friday, August 28th and Saturday, August 29th. There will be no headliner. Each artist will play 50 minutes and the order will be selected at random the night of the show. Beer and wine will be available starting when doors open at 6pm and between each set.

Doors: 6:00pm
Music: 7:00pm - 10:00pm

Friday Ticket Link: http://folkshow.brownpapertickets.com/
Saturday Ticket Link: http://folkshow2.brownpapertickets.com/

JOHN CRAIGIE
For the past decade, John Craigie has "lived the life romantic" of a continuously touring folk-singer, taking his unique musical style across the United States and the world. A singer, songwriter and storyteller, he stays true to the essence of folk music, and the traditions of the seminal writers of our past century. With timeless melodies and insightful lyrics interspersed with witty storytelling his songs take many poetic turns before bringing his listeners back home. His themes range from social commentary to personal empowerment, political satire, and modern love. John writes, sings, and plays for the people.

WHETHERMAN
Whetherman is the moniker of 31-year-old Nicholas Williams, who has released six full-length albums of "Sunny, soulful folk music that is irresistible" (Indie Music Reviewer) since 2007, most recently the critically-acclaimed 'Seeds for Harvest' in April of this year. BBC Radio praises his latest release as "Completely beautiful An absolute delight to the ears." The songs display soulful vocals, percussive acoustic guitar, rolling harmonica and earnest lyrics creating his timeless apple-pie Americana sound.

LIAM KYLE CAHILL
Raw energy and passion is the fuel behind the driving sound of Liam Kyle Cahill. There are few acoustic artists who can hold a candle to his powerful performances, contained within it whip-smart lyrics and earnest guitar chops. He conveys a weary and worn honesty that is a rare commodity in the folk circuit of his generation. Listen deeply to Liam's music. He has something good to say...

'Elder Sign' Casting Call for New Radio Series

7/28/2015

CASTING CALL FOR 'ELDER SIGN RADIO'!

'Elder Sign' is a upcoming crime noir/horror podcast following the story of Hazel Blair (Jasmine Jiang). With heavy elements of neo-noir, crime drama, and the Cthulhu Mytho's.

As 'Elder Sign' continues to grow and our first episodes near release, the need for more diverse voices increases. We're looking for those interested in being a part of our cast for future episodes. The open audition for 'Elder Sign' is being held at Good Luck Macbeth on August 2nd and 3rd from 5-8 PM.

Those interested in trying out will be required to bring a monologue of your choice to the audition. The length of the piece should be no less than one minute and no more than three. Participants should also be prepared to answer several questions about themselves as a 'verbal résumé'. Auditions will be recorded using an MXL Condenser Microphone for further review after the fact.

For any questions, please contact us at eldersignradio@gmail.com.

Calling for Submissions for 2016 Season

7/16/2015

Thank you for considering submitting a play to Good Luck Macbeth Theatre Company for the 2016 season. We at Good Luck Macbeth firmly believe in the power of stories, which is why our motto is We Tell Stories Here. This mission not only accounts for what we put forth to our audiences, but whom we work with. We are always in search of passionate storytellers, and are currently seeking submissions for our 2016 season.

Here is a copy of our guidelines. Submissions are due by the end of the day Friday, August 7th. Send information to info@goodluckmacbeth.org

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

AUDITION NOTICE

7/6/2015

Spotlight Youth Theatre Seeks Actor

July 18th from 11:00-1:00 for auditions. Seeking young actor who looks 16-18 in age. Medium build, average height. Actors should prepare a one minute dramatic monologue and be prepared to cold read from the script. A detailed rehearsal and production schedule will be available at auditions. But rehearsals begin Aug 24th and performances are Sept 29-Oct 2nd.

Last Call at the Old Southwest

6/21/2015

GLM's Latest Production Premieres in July

Playwright in Residence, Christopher Daniels, is the author of our upcoming production, Last Call at the Old Southwest. The play examines specific moments throughout LGBT history in a dive drag cabaret bar known as the Old Southwest. Owner and star, Mother Mary, deals with her want for love and acceptance in a time where both are in short supply.

Daniels wrote a one-man show entitled "UNDRESSED: A One Weave Show" under the guise of his drag queen later ego, Miss Ginger Devine. Daniels won Sierra Arts 2014 Grant for theatre. You can click on the video below to see a short clip from the show.

Last Call opens July 3rd and runs through til August 1st. Click here in order to purchase tickets.

TRAILER FOR SHINER

5/15/2015

Click Out the Trailer for Our Latest Production

Thank you to our amazing friends at Vaude Villain Entertainment for this fabulous preview for our production, SHINER. Grab your tickets to this exciting, riveting production that speaks to the lost soul within us all.

Behind-The-Scenes: Christian Durso

5/10/2015

Meet the Playwright Behind SHINER

Christian Durso is a playwright, screenwriter, and classically trained actor. His plays have been performed in Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and New Orleans. His work has also enjoyed workshops and readings at The Roundabout Underground, The Flea, The Old Globe and EST/LA. He is currently writing a six-part mini series for HBO Asia and is adapting the YA novel LIKE NO OTHER into a feature for Overbook Entertainment. He has also adapted LAST SUMMER OF THE DEATH WARRIORS into a feature for REEL FX. Also an actor, Christian has worked regionally at The Old Globe, Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival, Shakespeare Santa Cruz, Great Lakes Theatre (OH), Idaho Shakespeare Festival as well as Off-Broadway. A proud member of the Los Angeles based IAMA Theatre Company. BFA, NYU. MFA, USD.

Tales of Nirvana: By Joe Atack

5/8/2015

GLM's Producing Artistic Director Reflects on Kurt Cobain and the Music of Nirvana

In 1994 I was 13.
I was a HUGE Nirvana fan. My favourite item of clothing was this really weird Nirvana T-shirt that I have never seen anywhere else since, I found it in my local record shop in my home town of Pontefract, West Yorkshire. It was way, way too big for me but I wore it anyway, because you know "fuck the man and his clothes that conform to specific sizes" - yep that's how pretentious I was/am. I wore that thing until it literally fell apart when I was about 17. This record shop was also the place I purchased my first ever tape - Nirvana All Apologies single. Most of the music I had I got from my sister who is 4 years older than me and her friends who were Nirvana fans back in the early 90s.
I can remember the first time I ever heard Nirvana. I was about 10. My sister came home from High School and put a tape of Nevermind in the stereo in our front room (living room). I sat on the arm of a chair listening and we just kept flipping the tape over and re-listening. I couldn't wrap my head around what I was hearing - just like Jake in this play when he first hears Nirvana.
My favourite Nirvana song was Big Long Now from Incesticide, because I wasn't a poser :)
I had just started learning to play the guitar during this time so I was obsessed with trying to learn Nirvana songs... somewhere I have a CD of music I recorded with my Dad, where I'm singing Nirvana songs at age 11 or 12 with a super high nasal voice haha - I will try find it, although it would be pretty mortifying to allow people to hear it, I will let that happen, for the art man...
I remember the exact moment I heard about Kurt Cobain's suicide. I was at school, walking from the main block, passed the gym towards the annex (music block) to meet up with my other music minded friends (huh, weird I've never really thought about that...), wearing our awful school uniform. A friend of mine, Michael Atchinson shouted to me across the yard and then came over and told me "Kurt Cobain topped himself". Of course we were 8 hours behind the news and it was really before the internet and cable news is what it is now. I didn't believe him. When I found out it was true I was devastated. For the next few days I played my All Apologies tape over and over again... Huh I guess that's how fans of one direction probably felt when that dude quit.
In the mid 90s my parents were going through a protracted and pretty shitty divorce so Grunge music spoke to me in exactly the same way as the characters in this play. That's why I love this play so much so much. I had some of these exact same conversations.

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