September 30, 2011

ArtsWave Presents… Madcap Puppets Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite

Based on the 1919 Firebird Suite composed by Igor Stravinsky, Madcap presents the tale of Ivan, the bird of fire and Katchai the magician. The Firebird is a visual feast, performed as a giant shadow puppet ballet with Stravinsky's wonderfully narrative symphonic music. In the story, Ivan captures the bird of fire and decides to free her; in return the firebird gives the boy a magic feather that will bring her to his side when he needs help. Seeing that the boy has the magic feather, Katchai unleashes his minion to combat Ivan but through Ivan’s compassion and the return of the Firebird, Katchai the magician is finally defeated.

Visit MadCap's Web site here.

October 28, 2011

ArtsWave Presents… What’s Buggin’ Greg by Darrah Cloud

The world premiere of the 2011 Macy’s New Play Prize Winner

* A performance by Playhouse Off the Hill’s Outreach Touring Company

Fifth grader Greg wakes up one morning to discover that he has changed into a giant cockroach. He has to struggle with his mother’s fears, the doctors’ opinions, the terror of returning to school and facing his peers, and worst of all, figuring out how to act in the school play. This comedy deals with issues of self-image, peer pressure, disability and differences.

Visit Playhouse's Web site here.

November 18, 2010

Robert Post

Robert Post is a brilliant physical comedian with a stunning theatrical mind. Combine a quart of dry humor with three tablespoons of expert mime, versatile acting and skilled juggling; add a keen sense of satire and the absurd. Blend in splendid timing and experience and what do you get? A host of unforgettable characters at the perfect comedy fest!

“Riveting, Eclectic, Uproariously funny” NPR Radio.

“…Remarkable ability to create characters.” Los Angeles Times.

“Post merits a place on anybody’s all-star team of goofily gifted.” The New York Times.

Visit Robert's Web site here.

EVENT SPONSOR: Joel & Marilyn Schmidt

February 3, 2012

Spencer's Theatre of Illusion

As the stars of Theatre of Illusion, The Spencer’s appear almost nightly in a different town or city somewhere in the world. They have earned the reputation as one of the most highly regarded acts in magical entertainment and one of the most sought-after illusion teams in the business. Presenters and critics alike give them high marks and rave reviews describing them as "Modern Day Houdinis." The Spencer’s continue to redefine “magic” for a new generation of spectators, delivering a larger-than-life sense of wonder to their audience.

Visit Spencer's Web site here.

EVENT SPONSOR: Dan & Marilyn Antenen

March 16, 2012

American Journey: The Story of Sacagawea and the Lewis and Clark Expedition

Presented by Birmingham Children’s Theatre

Be a member of the Corps of Discovery and travel with the young Shoshone girl, Sacagawea, and the Lewis and Clark Expedition as they discover America. This story will inspire and encourage your spirit of adventure and ignite your passion for history while introducing children to Native American culture, song, dance and language.

Visit Birmingham's Web site here.

April 13, 2012

Ventriloquist Lynn Trefzger

Lynn Trefzger is a ventriloquist with a trunk full of zany characters that have accompanied her to stages throughout the country. Named the 2006 Funniest Female Performer of the Year, by Campus Activities Magazine and nominated 2007 Funniest Female by American Entertainment Magazine. Her off-the-wall audience interplay is riotously funny, and her performances are tailored for both family and adult audiences. Lynn (and her many voices) has appeared on ABC, TNN, A&E and Lifetime television.

Visit Lynn's Web site here.

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