The Dare Project #5
January 31, 2007 - The Wings Theater (NYC)
Dare: At least 3 characters, convinced they've lived a previous life, try to convince the others, who doubt it
Chip off the Old Block
written by Rich Fromm
directed by Scott Casper
Two men who compensate for their ordinary lives gain perspective from a third, at a reality show casting.
Charles: Zach Fisher*
Kevin: Rich Fromm*
Ernie: Dan Matisa*
Special thanks to Casey Burden for the lunchbox artwork
Dare: Three needs: Birth control, popcorn, and tooth-blacking (pirate accessory)
Three Needs
written by Bryn Boice
directed by Stephen Wargo
Doing a round of speed dating helps to clarify one woman's needs in a boyfriend.
Katie: Bryn Boice*
Pete: Michael Poignand*
Olivia: Kelly Howe
Tim: Dan Schultz*
Mandy: Melissa Menzie
Lance: J.C. Pierce
Special thanks to Jimmie Galaites and the voice of Scott Casper
Dare: I think there's a two karat diamond up my arse, is there a surgeon present?
Better Control Through Research
written and directed by Scott Casper
A South African diamond mining corporation goes to extreme lengths to find a missing gem.
Man: Peter Pryce
Linus: John Hashop
Diver 1: Dan Matisa*
Diver 2: Rich Fromm*
Special thanks to Phoenix Theatre Ensemble and Tony Mulanix
Dare: Every other word must begin with k or "k" sound
Kaliedescope the Clown's Consonant Caravan
written and directed by Jimmie Galaites
Beloved kids show comedy host Kaliedescope the Clown just can't accept Conjunction the Kangaroo replacing Kaliedescope's life's calling.
Kaleidoscope the Clown: Jed Aicher*
Conjunction the Kangaroo: Christopher Catalano
Special thanks to Julia Tobey and Keifer Mansfield
Dare: Write a musical about the Iraqi War
The First Casualty of War is...DANCE!
book, music, and lyrics by Dan Schultz
choreography by Jennifer Stetzler
orchestrations by the band
An intrepid reporter searches for a big story in the Iraqi war-zone, through song.
Tim Janney, US Newsman: Adam Branson
Joe, the Producer: Terry Small*
That Fucking Girl: Andrea Rutherford*
The Band: Ken Ferrigni and Aaron Kliner
Special thanks to Moussa at the Islam Fashion Center
Stage Manager: Emily May Smith
Front of House: Shannon Locke, Kendra Kay, Rachel Bauder
Light Board Operator: Scott Casper
Sound Board Operator: Matt Given
taxdeductible theatre also wishes to thank...
St. Patrick's Church
Tom Fazio
Liz Montenegro and Anheuser-Busch, Inc.
CopyCom
Materials for the Arts
NYC Department of Cultural Affairs/NYC Department of Sanitation/NYC Department of Education.
The Wings Theatre
click here for a pdf version of the program
* denotes actor appears courtesy of Actors' Equity Association.
¤ denotes taxdeductible theatre core member.
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