25 febrero 2012
06 febrero 2012
Movie Stars, Mayhem & Murder...
by Hedda Lauper Photos by Laurie Bauer
If spending a beautiful Baja evening under the stars, sipping a toddy, laughing and enjoying Blue Moon Production 's latest play sounds like the perfect evening out, then make sure you get yourself out to see 'And Then There Was Nun'. Presented on the classically designed stage of Teatro Luna Azul in the the charming Pueblo Magico of Todos Santos, this is a unique destination that you must see.
'And Then There Was Nun' combines a little of Agatha Christie and a lot of old Hollywood trivia amid the gutsy all-out performances of local actors. It’s a fun, witty and campy ride with a star studded cast of Hollywood Icons. Audiences love it, the cast is obviously having a blast and everyone leaves the venue feeling good!
The staging and costuming, all in some version of black and white art deco, is truly quite stunning. Many of the props, beautifully crafted and detailed, were created by gifted artist Marilyn Doran. Greatly influenced by her grandmother and great-grandmother, Doran learned early on that she could make “something special out of discarded materials.” Years later, as co-owner with husband Larry of a manufacturing plant that made high quality speakers for large venues, her access to various materials dramatically increased as they traveled the world. Huge themed parties and fabulous productions for her kids’ schools all became an opportunity for Marilyn to utilize her versatile talents and visions.
In ' And Then There Was Nun' , Doran’s props…among them a red herring, a plate of crackers/cheese, a loaf of bread…are so life-like that the actors marvel at the authenticity. Director/producer/actress Isabel Smyth emphasizes, “When the set, props and costumes are more authentic, the entire production is exponentially enhanced.”
Joining Katherine Hepburn (Isabel Smyth) on stage are Alfred Hitchcock (Robert Hall), Hattie McDaniels (Miriam Sanchez), Vivien Leigh (Jeanne Rogers), Joan Crawford (Vickie Butler), Bette Davis (Pat Raines), Gloria Swanson (Anita Harris), Tallulah Bankhead (Donna Schultz), Mae West (Kat Wilson), Marilyn Monroe (Valma Brenton/Tara Miller) and Judy Garland (Marilyn Martin).
For a mysterious, merry evening of local theater, plan to attend a performance of 'And Then There Was Nun' on February 17-18; March 2-3; or March 9-10. Tickets can be purchased at Tecolote Bookstore for 200 pesos. Out of towner's can reserve 'will call ' tickets by contacting bluemooninbaja@yahoo.com. Doors open at 6:30 PM (Yes, there is a well-stocked bar!); curtain is at 7:30 PM.
25 enero 2012
Dance Music (and Dinner Night) with Todd Clouser's Band
' Todd Clouser Real Blues Revue'
Join us for a night of infectious, deep hearted blues guaranteed to get you dancing. Serving Pasta dinner with organic salad from 6pm on and also a variety of drinks.
FEBRUARY 3, 2012
50 peso cover
Todd Clouser, Sebastian Dimarco, Sergio Hesting playing their energetic take on the music of the deep delta blues on through Chicago electric blues days. Clouser, a graduate of the prestigious Berklee College of Music, has made a name for himself on the international creative music scene with his jazz rock quintet A Love Electric, performing throughout Europe, Latin America, and the United States, but it is his love for the blues that roots his writing and unique voice as a guitar player which garner him acclaim.
"A gem ... Clouser spices the All- American vibe of guitarist Bill Frisell with some Jimi Hendrix fire..." - The Philadelphia Inquirer, 8 - 7 - 2011
Accommodations: http://tsbmp.blogspot.com/2011/12/hotels-in-todos-santos.html
Directions: ttp://tsbmp.blogspot.com/2011/11/directions-to-teatro-luna-azul.html
Accommodations: http://tsbmp.blogspot.com/2011/12/hotels-in-todos-santos.html
08 enero 2012
"And Then There Were Nun" Next Show Dates: FEb.17/18 and March 2/3
New 2012 Show Dates:
Friday, January 20th
Friday, February 17th
Saturday, February 18th
Friday, February 17th
Saturday, February 18th
Friday, March 2nd
Saturday, March 3rd
Saturday, March 3rd
Friday, March 9th and
Saturday, March 10th
Saturday, March 10th
Doors open at 6:30pm.
Show starts at 7:30pm
Show starts at 7:30pm
Tickets: 200 pesos at Tecolote Bookstore
Accommodations: http://tsbmp.blogspot.com/2011/12/hotels-in-todos-santos.html
" And Then There Was Nun"
"We were mesmerized by the performance and drawn completely away into never, never land of slick one liners and stiletto insults.Here's what people are saying about this great new comedy after it's opening in December at Teatro Luna Azul:
"A delightful play!...the parts played of famous movie stars of long ago were totally believable. Even the voices sounded like the real historical actors!... Lots of laughs...Well done! ""Bravo, bravo, bravo for a job beautifully done. We were thoroughly entertained and vicariously stars ourselves for the evening"
26 diciembre 2011
Thursday Movie NIght "The Cove"
We are going to show the movie
"The Cove"
this Thursday Dec. 29 at Teatro Luna Azul
Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7:30pm
Drinks and snacks available. By Donation
Directions:
http://tsbmp.blogspot.com/2011/11/directions-to-teatro-luna-azul.html
Directions:
http://tsbmp.blogspot.com/2011/11/directions-to-teatro-luna-azul.html
17 diciembre 2011
Cast Notes and New Performance Photographs
Robert Hall: "I love the theater, not only because it brings so much pleasure to this weary world, but, for me, acting on stage is a chance to step out of the old repetitious Robert play and step into a whole new production, if only for a short time. What a relief!"
Jeanne Rogers: Jeanne began acting in 1975 as a way to overcome shyness. From Ado Annie in “Oklahoma” to various roles In Shakespeare Northwest to a featured extra in the film, “What the Bleep Do We Know?” she experienced the freedom of becoming a different personality on stage. She currently devotes her time to painting, writing, teaching Argentine Tango and is quick to add that she is as excited as a tick in hound’s ear to be cast as Vivien Leigh in “And Then There Was Nun.”
Donna Schultz: After many years in Colorado, retired to our Todos Santos community in 2010. High on her bucket list was a chance to act - and "checkmark" - she played the Wicked Witch of the West in last year's production of The Wizard Of Oz with a Todos Santos Twist. Her prior acting experience- "My life, it's seen more drama than Broadway! A huge thank you to Luna Azul Productions and my fellow thespians for their guidance and support - they made my dream come true!"
Valma Brenton lives in Las Playitas near Todos Santos. She is intuitive, creative, enthusiastic and fun. Valma has been involved in both the creative and healing arts since she was very young. She is a successful writer, author and photographer. In between her creative pursuits she is often traveling around the world creating unique life adventures for women. She plays the part of Marilyn Monroe.
Isabel Smyth: Has been performing in, writing and directing plays most of her adult life - across Canada for 30 yeas, and in Baja for over 10 years. Now with the addition of their own theater ''Teatro Luna Azul' more dreams are possible and can include all kinds of people, including the local Baja community. She is honored to play Kathryn Hepburn, who was such a ground breaking role model for women in her time.
Miriam Sanchez: Miriam has been in the music business most of her life, producing concert events and promoting musicians. She owned a recording studio in New York and Rosarito Mexico, and did a little community theater in her younger days. She is looking forward to her debut as Hattie here in Todos Santos.
Anita Harris:"I always knew I should have bee an actress, but work always got in the way! My acting career got started thanks to a couple of gin and tonic's which gave me the courage to enter a raffle at the Hotel California where I won an acting workshop with Isabel Smyth. I then starred in two short plays and fame went to my head! My next roll was as Glinda the Good Witch in The Wizard of Oz with a Todos Twist. By then I was hooked and now I'm playing the part of Gloria Swanson and sure having lots of fun.
Vickie Butler: Vickie's previous acting experience consisted of two plays during her senior year of high school, and a one-act two years ago. As the Director’s Assistant (“Little Slave Girl”) during the highly acclaimed Wizard of Oz with a Todos Twist, Vickie loved her behind-the-scenes work with the cast and crew. Memorizing lines as Joan Crawford and collaborating with this year’s outstanding NUN ensemble has further increased her admiration for the art and craft of acting!
Marilyn Martin: Marilyn's stage experience began with drama class, in her freshman year of college, back in Connecticut. Then....25 years later, it happened in Sun Valley, where she played the part of a wicked governess in an Agatha Christie mystery, followed by a small speaking part as the taxi driver in "Harvey". And now, this is her debut with Blue Moon Productions as Judy Garland.
Kat Wilson, a 20 year southern Baja native admits she hasn't been on a stage in 40 years, since high school, but is looking forward to 'busting out' again as Mae West. You can catch her other act on Saturday mornings selling her hand painted tiles, alternating between San Jose organic market and our great & growing Cañada del Diabolo market.
Pat Raines: Beginning at age 16, Pat strutted her stuff on local stages of her hometown of Adrian, Michigan doing many fashion shows. After winning a county title to compete in the Miss Michigan Pageant. Lots of stage experience but now her acting debut - her favorite actress happens to be Bette Davis.
16 diciembre 2011
Movie Stars “Visit” Todos Santos!
Movie Stars “Visit” Todos Santos!!
By Vickie Butler
Beginning December 16-17, the magical town of Todos Santos will host movie legends Alfred Hitchcock, Hattie, Vivien Leigh, Bette Davis, Joan Crawford, Tallulah Bankhead, Gloria Swanson, Katherine Hepburn, Mae West, Judy Garland and Marilyn Monroe in the on-stage murder mystery And Then There Was Nun by Bruce W. Gilray and Richard T. Witter. With a laugh-filled mixture of fact, fiction and fun, the play promises to keep audiences riveted & rollicking as one by one the nuns of the Holy Order of the Sisters of San Andreas are killed off. Who is committing the murders? Who will be next?
Director/actress Isabel Smyth enthuses. “Our cast of experienced and novice actors is creating a contagious and exciting energy with their flamboyant characterizations and over-the-top interactions.” Joining Smyth on stage are Robert Hall, Anita Harris and Donna Schultz from last season’s highly acclaimed The Wizard of Oz with a Todos Twist. Jeanne Rogers, Miriam Sanchez, Pat Raines, Vickie Butler, Kat Wilson, Marilyn Martin, and Valma Brenton round out the enthusiastic group of thespians.
For a mysterious, merry evening under the stars at Teatro Luna Azul
in Todos Santos, plan to attend a performance of And Then There Was Nun on
Tickets can be purchased at Tecolote Bookstore, 200 pesos.
For info contact bluemooninbaja@yahoo.com.
Doors open at 6:30 PM; curtain is at 7:30 PM
Doors open at 6:30 PM; curtain is at 7:30 PM
photography by laurie pearce bauer
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