August 22 - September 11, 2019

This week we're pretty light on performances - every summer season has come to a close and the fall shows haven't begun yet. It's a good opportunity to check out our listings for auditions, jobs, classes, and other things that often get bumped past the gmail length cut off. Enjoy!

The PVTN Google Calendar is available through that link - if you want to add your events, send me an email and I'll give you permission.

The next issue will include events through September 18. Submit upcoming events via the link below or by emailing me before Tuesday at midnight. Any questions, comments or feedback? Email me at pioneervalleytheatre@gmail.com

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THIS WEEK IN THEATRE NEWS:

from Howlround
We Didn't Have Any Rolemodels: An Interview with the Founders of Wry Crips Disabled Women's Theatre Group
by Michaela Goldhaber

From the article:

For thirty-four years, Wry Crips Disabled Women’s Theatre Group in Berkeley, California, has been helping women with disabilities find their voices and creating performances for them to be heard. In its first twenty years, Wry Crips put together a new performance almost every other year, each one with seven or eight women reading their own writing about their experiences as disabled women. Wry Crips slowed down for a few years, but is going strong now with five dedicated members working on Wry Crips Occupy, a historical play about the 504 protest in 1977 when disabled activists took over the federal building in San Francisco.

Have you read an interesting article about theatre recently? Send it to me! pioneervalleytheatre@gmail.com

Want to know even more about events in the Pioneer Valley and beyond,
including reviews, interviews, and previews?
Pioneer Valley Theatre Google Calendar
In the Spotlight, Inc.
Berkshire on Stage
Stagestruck
ArtsBeat Radio and News Colum n

Click to Access: Pioneer Valley Theatre Personnel Spreadsheet

PERFORMANCES

Happier Valley Comedy presents The Happier Valley Championship
August 24 at 7:00 PM
Happier Valley Comedy Theater, 1 Mill Rd, Hadley, MA

In this competitive comedy show, two teams of improvisers face off through scenes and games to see who can win the ultimate prize: an old trophy we found in someone's attic. Saturday, August 24th at 7pm at the Happier Valley Comedy Theater (1 Mill Valley Rd, Hadley, on rte.9). Tickets: $13 online and at the door.
For more info: www.happiervalley.com.

Happier Valley Comedy presents SCRIPTED/UNSCRIPTED
August 31 at 7:00 PM
Happier Valley Comedy Theater, 1 Mill Rd, Hadley, MA

An audience favorite featuring local actors performing with real scripts alongside plucky improvisers doing their best to play along! All proceeds for this show will be donated to Center For New Americans. Saturday, August 31st at 7pm at the Happier Valley Comedy Theater (1 Mill Valley Rd, Hadley, on rte.9). Tickets: $13 online and at the door.
For more info: www.happiervalley.com.

Happier Valley Comedy presents The Understudies: An Improvised Musical
September 7 at 7:00 PM
Happier Valley Comedy Theater, 1 Mill Rd, Hadley, MA

Be part of the fun as four improvisers create an entire musical from scratch. Saturday, September 7th at 7pm at the Happier Valley Comedy Theater (1 Mill Valley Rd, Hadley, on rte.9). Tickets: $13 online and at the door.
For more info: www.happiervalley.com.

CitySpace presents Tours of the Second Floor of Easthampton's Old Town Hall
September 14 at 6:00 PM
September 29 at 7:00 PM
October 5 at 7:00 PM
October 12 at 6:00 PM
and possibly other additional dates

Join us on a tour of the second floor of Old Town Hall. Whether you're headed to Art Walk Easthampton or off to one Easthampton's fine restaurants like Galaxy or Coco & The Cellar Bar, join us for a guided walk through of the second floor of Old Town Hall.
Tour is free and open to the public.
Learn more about the project cityspaceeasthampton.org/transformation

Free - no reservations necessary, but you can RSVP to a Facebook event.

AUDITIONS & OPPORTUNITIES

Springfield JCC presents Frozen Jr. Auditions
September 3 at 2:30 PM
Springfield JCC: 1160 Dickinson St,

Our shows are open to youth grades 1-10. If you are interested in joining us for our production of Frozen Jr., please call or email Sonia Wilk at the Springfield JCC: 413-739-4715, swilk@springfieldjcc.org

Facebook event

Smith College Department of Theatre
AUDITIONS
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
based on the novel by Mark Haddon
adapted by Simon Stephens
directed by Ellen W. Kaplan

Christopher Boone is an autistic teen with remarkable curiosity, great courage, and an intense desire to solve a mystery. One night, Christopher discovers his neighbor’s dog, Wellington murdered with a garden rake, and Christopher is determined to find the culprit; his “detective” work leads him to even deeper mysteries, and to a thrilling journey to where he has never been before.

We are putting together a team of people who have the knowledge and lived experience to enable us to stage this amazing show. We want to engage neuro-diverse people who will be involved in every aspect of the show, to be part of the conversations and ask tough questions about what it means to explore neuro-diversity on stage.

Auditions:
Sunday, September 8, 7:00-9:00 PM, Acting Studio 1
Monday, September 9, 7:00-9:00 PM, Acting Studio 1
Mendenhall Center for the Performing Arts, Smith College

Performances:
October 25, 26, 31, November 1, 2 at 7:30 PM;
Theatre 14, Mendenhall Center, Smith College.

Casting Breakdown:
OPEN TO ALL - NEURO-DIVERSE ACTORS WELCOMED.
8-10 Women, 1-2 Men

Audition Prep:
Sides will be provided from the script. No monologues or appointments necessary.

Contact/Questions:
Production Manager, Nikki Beck, ncbeck@smith.edu or 585-3222

Scripts:
Perusal scripts available in Josten Library, Mendenhall Center, Smith College

All actors are encouraged to audition. We are looking for a truly diverse group of students, community members, and everyone excited to perform this award-winning play.

www.smith.edu/theatre | www.facebook.com/smithcollegetheatre

Hampshire College Theatre Program Manager

SEARCH:	#779
DATE POSTED:	07/30/2019
TYPE/DEPARTMENT:	Administrator in Interdisciplinary Arts
SEARCH STATUS:	Searching for Candidates - Accepting Applications
APPLY NOW:	Would you like to apply for this position?

Hampshire College, an independent, innovative liberal arts institution and member of the Five College consortium, is accepting applications for a theatre program manager. The Theatre Program celebrates the voices of students who are POC, queer, from diverse genders, economic backgrounds, and abilities - and all young theatre makers whose work challenges cultural norms, engages with social change, crosses boundaries of form, and reaches for excellence in craft.

The Hampshire theatre program manager (TPM) is a unique combination of technical director and production manager. The TPM is responsible for supervising and mentoring students, use of theatre spaces, and managing and advising the production portion of the theatre program. The TPM advises, instructs, and mentors students in theatre management and technical theatre practices; supervises and manages budgets; maintains equipment; and implements the program’s production policies. The TPM monitors the safe use of theatre facilities and equipment. This position hires and supervises work study students, and oversees the costume shop supervisor.

A bachelor’s degree with five years of related experience is required. Successful candidate must have in-depth knowledge of theatrical production and management procedures, and safe theatrical building practices. Applicants must possess an active commitment to mentoring undergraduate students while maintaining a positive and supportive educational environment. Particular emphasis is placed on working within a small, intensely collaborative program of faculty and students with a strong emphasis on student work. Occasionally the TMP will support faculty course related showcases, and guest artists presentations. Candidate must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. Work schedule may include evenings and weekends. A commitment to working with people from diverse backgrounds is essential.

This is a full time, benefited position. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits. Please submit your cover letter, resume and names/phone numbers of three professional references, and a link to a digital portfolio via our website at http://jobs.hampshire.edu/

www.hampshire.edu

Hampshire College is an equal opportunity institution, committed to diversity and inclusion in education and employment.

Hampshire College Technical Director for Music and Dance

SEARCH:	#784
DATE POSTED:	08/01/2019
TYPE/DEPARTMENT:	Administrator in Humanities, Arts and Cultural Studies
SEARCH STATUS:	Searching for Candidates - Accepting Applications
APPLY NOW:	Would you like to apply for this position?

Hampshire College, an independent, innovative, liberal arts institution and member of the Five College consortium, is accepting applications for a technical director for music and dance.

The technical director for music and dance (TD) provides technical and production support for Hampshire’s Music and Dance programs. Duties include maintaining and operating sound and lighting equipment in both the music and dance performance spaces; overseeing rehearsal and performance schedules as well as each program’s budgets, purchasing needs, and publicity; and collaborating with the Five College Dance Production Office and allied offices. In addition to supervising work-study students in both programs, the technical director will oversee music and dance performances as well as technical and dress rehearsals including student productions; train student crews and stage managers; supervise video and/or audio documentation for events; maintain the regular operation of the building, facilities, equipment, and musical instruments; and provide technical support as needed for music and dance faculty. The TD will serve as liaison for special projects such as building renovation and maintenance, and will monitor the safe use of the Music and Dance facilities and equipment. The TD will also advise, instruct, and mentor college age students in the field of sound/recording theory and practices.

A bachelor’s degree (preferably in one or more of the performing arts) and three years of job-related experience is required. A qualified candidate must possess excellent organizational and relevant computer skills, initiative, flexibility, and willingness to learn. Also required is in-depth knowledge, training, and work experience of audio and lighting equipment, operations and procedures, including audio engineering, technical theater, theatrical lighting and recording technologies, as well as production management. The TD must have expertise in sound engineering; an ability to offer instruction on recording and sound theory; and be able to effectively mentor students to carry out comprehensive projects. The TD must stay continually engaged with research and practice in all aspects of this field. Qualified candidates must be able to to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain lighting, sound systems, projection equipment and other production-related equipment; organize and communicate complex production details; direct and manage workers of various capacities and skill levels; possess professional ability as an audio engineer for live performance mixing and to operate theatrical equipment; and make necessary judgments to capture professional quality result. The TD candidate should be well versed in workplace and theatrical equipment safety. Candidate must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs. A commitment to working with people from diverse backgrounds is essential.

This is a full time benefited position with a work schedule that is primarily during the afternoons, evenings, and occasional weekends. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits program. Please submit your cover letter, resume and names/phone numbers of three professional references via our website at https://jobs.hampshire.edu/

Hampshire College is an equal opportunity institution, committed to diversity and inclusion in education and employment.

Springfield College Theater seeking Scenic Designer/Technical Director
August 26, 2019
Springfield Colllege scene shop and Fuller Arts Center theater

The Theater Program at Springfield College invites applicants for a position as Scenic Designer/Technical Director for the Springfield College Theater. The program produces one play each semester, and the position is contracted on a per production fee basis. To apply, please contact Professor Martin Shell, Chair of the Visual and Performing Arts department, at mshell@springfieldcollege.edu, with a letter of interest, CV, and references.

SCARLET SOCK FOUNDATION BEGINS GRANT CYCLE

Non-profit seeks to promote social-justice theater with $500 and $1,000 grants to qualifying theater companies and individuals

The Scarlet Sock Foundation is currently accepting grant applications. Theater companies and individuals with a social-justice focus are encouraged to apply online at scarletsock.org. Social-justice theater is a tool for promoting awareness of socially relevant topics. It’s a platform for the expression of individual differences and a catalyst for discussion for community members who fee marginalized and/or stigmatized. Companies whose work will include this focus will be considered for grants in the amount of either $500 or $1,000.

Children and/or young adults (ages 5-18) who are interested in attending theater arts camps, workshops, conferences, or other theater-related programs but are not able to attend because of financial need are encouraged to apply for individual grants.

Theater companies who receive Scarlet Sock Foundation grants will be invited to share their projects at the foundation’s annual gala in 2020.

The Vintage Cellar East

We are a large vintage mall in The Keystone Mill in Easthampton, MA. Check us out if you are a local playhouse or theatre looking to rent props or even buy props for period pieces that can be reused.

Please feel free to email or call 413 977 1978.

WORKSHOPS & CLASSES

Theater Improvisation Classes for Children and Teens
Wednesdays for Middle Schoolers-3:00-5:00
Thursdays for Elementary ages-3:30-5:00
Starting the Week of September 11th at the Florence Civic Center(next to the Lilly Library)
For more information: contact Heidi Haas at 413-584-5562 or Heidi_Haas@comcast.net

We learn theater games like Stirring the Beans, Late for Work and What are you Doing? Plus many more. Kids will have opportunities to create original characters and develop skits with their scene partners. Improv is great for building social skills and self-confidence.