Platte River Bard Podcast
Meet those who are shaping the Arts in the Platte River area and beyond!
Join us for real and honest conversations about the work of Creatives and their contribution to the Arts! Even if you are a theatre-goer, or an involved actor or staff of the performing arts, you will meet and learn from talented individuals in our area.
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Friday Feb 23, 2024
Friday Feb 23, 2024
What happens in an old movie house with a 35 mm projector with three misfit employees? You'll find out in The Flick by Annie Baker. This play has a small cast of four UNL Theatre Students: Mekhi Mitchell plays Avery, Luke Stursma plays Sam, Sofia Drelizharz plays Rose, and Jackson Wells plays Skylar/The Dreaming Man. Today, we speak with Mekhi, and their Director, and Associate Professor of Theatre at UNL, Jamie Bullins. Find out about this fun movie, it's relationship to the film "Pulp Fiction" and how these three employees who seemingly have nothing in common, find connection with each other.
Mekhi Mitchell is a Senior at UNL Johnny Carson School of Theatre.
Jamie Bullins is an Associate Professor of Theatre with a concentration in Costume Design for the Johnny School of Theatre and Film. He came to Nebraska in 2017 after 17 years at Kennesaw State University. He has an MFA in theatrical design and scenography from the University of North Carolina Greensboro. He has been teaching for 25 years. You will also see Jamie directing at other Lincoln area theatres. He leads the Angels Theatre Company Playwrighting Collective, which if you see our other podcast with Jamie, you will hear all about their playwriting program. He was a design consultant in the book "How Theatre Designers Make Connections Between Scripts and Images" by Rosemary Ingham.
The Flick opens February 29th and runs through March 6th, 2024 at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre!
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
For Tickets & Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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Friday Feb 16, 2024
Friday Feb 16, 2024
OmniArts Nebraska is gearing up to open their first production of the year, and their 12th season in 2024. This production isn't holding anything back and we spoke to two of the talented individuals involved in this play: Christian Novotny, Director - and Reed Westerhoff, who plays the main character, John.
This play, though visually simplistic in design and execution, is complex in story. John finds himself torn between his steady relationship with his boyfriend, and suddenly finds himself in love with a woman. There are only four actors performing in this play, along with Reed Westerhoff, the other actors are Stephen Buhler, Anthony Delaney, and Francoise Traxler. Costume design is by Sandra Zulkoski, Amelia Roth is stage manager, and technical direction is by Dustin Witte.
We had a lovely conversation with Christian and Reed about this play at The Mill at Innovation Campus, so join us in this podcast to learn more about them and this dramatic play. COCK won a Laurence Olivier Award in 2010 for an Outstanding Achievement in an Affiliate Theatre.
COCK opens February 22nd and runs through the 25th at the Johnny Carson Theater at the Lied Center for Performing Arts. It does contain adult themes and sexually explicit dialogue.
OmniArts Nebraska CONTACT INFO:
Tickets: Available at the Lied Center for Performing Arts: www.liedcenter.or or call 402-472-4747.
Website: https://www.omniartsnebraska.org/
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Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
We spoke with Moira Mangiameli, Director of "Boy" at Snap Productions at the Ghost Light Theatre, and Actor Jey Nelson, who plays Samantha and Adam as the lead role in Boy, which is opening February 2nd.
Moiria and Jey talk to us about this complex play written by Anna Zeigler. The play is based on a true story of a person who was born male and due to a tragic accident during his circumcision, was raised female. The well-intentioned plan came from the doctor, who believed gender was based on how a person is nurtured, rather than on purely nature. As the main character grows up, unaware of all of the facts about their past, they battle emotionally with their feelings about themselves and try to reconcile with the information they have been told.
Performance dates for “Boy” are February 2nd through the 4th, 9th through the 12th, (the 12th is a Monday performance for the convenience of people in the industry), and 16th through the 18th.
Snap! is holding valuable talkbacks after the February 2nd and 9th performances.
The ASL performance will be February 9th.
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR SNAP! PRODUCTIONS
Snap Productions at Ghost Light Theatre is located at 2221 Thurston Circle, Bellevue, Nebraska.
Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.snapproductions.com/
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Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Don't shoot your eye out, or lick an icy pole, or get in a fight with the Bumpuses! Instead, come to see A Christmas Story, The Musical at Chanticleer Community Theater at PACE in the Hoff Family Arts Center. We talked with Lara Marsh, Director of this festive and nostalgic production and she gives us some great insight on how it's come together!
"A Christmas Story, The Musical" opens December 7th and continues it’s performances on December 8th, 9th, 10th, 14th, 15th, 16th and 17th.
For Tickets: https://paceartsiowa.org.
CHANTICLEER COMMUNITY THEATER AT the Hoff Family Arts and Culture Center at PACE:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chanticleertheater
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paceartsia/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PACEartsiowa
Chanticleer Community Theatre / Pace Arts Iowa 1001 S 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA
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Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Wednesday Nov 29, 2023
Find out all about the upcoming "Holiday Lites: Winter's Wonderful Gifts", which is another creative collaboration between Brigit Saint Brigit Theatre Company and Benson Theatre! Playwright Actor, and Director, Murphy Scott Wulfgar puts some new touches in this holiday play from last year. Maddie Radcliff, Deputy Director at the Benson Theatre, and Playwright, also flexes her Actor and musical muscle in this production. Holiday Lights tells stories which range all the way from poetry, to comedy and touching tales, to music which celebrate the holiday in other cultures, legends, and belief systems. This production promises to warm your heart and lift your spirits this holiday season!
The stories include: Poetry and music about "A Visit From St. Nicholas," Krampus Returns in "God Jule, Shalom"; A bittersweet story about a loved one's decline in "Old Sy Lange"; Poetry about Ol' St. Nick in "The Nights of Midwinter"; Beloved Christmas characters from our childhood in "A Very Merry, Happy....Whatever..." ; and lastly, music and a reimaged tale of Ebenezah Scrooge in "These Old Haunts."
This is not your regular holiday show and a unique production you won't want to miss. Find out all about it here!
For Tickets: https://bensontheatre.org/event/holiday-lites-2023/ or www.bsbtheatre.com/lights23atre.com
CONTACT INFO FOR BENSON THEATRE:
Website: https://bensontheatre.org/
6054 Maple Street · Omaha, NE 68104
402.991.4333
CONTACT INFO FOR BRIGIT SAINT BRIGIT THEATRE CO.:
Website: https://www.bsbtheatre.com/
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Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
We talk with Maddie Radcliff, Deputy Director, and Beaufield Berry, Marketing Manager at Benson Theatre about their fun events coming up this week!
On November 10th, Benson celebrates the "42nd Asbury Short Film Concert." This is New York City’s longest running short film exhibition & touring show and you will be treated to a line-up of the best short films in comedy, drama and animation. And on November 11th, commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Benson Theatre Building at their Inaugural Benefit, "The Benalto Ball". Wear your sharpest party outfit and enjoy the music of local talent, The Novak and Haar Jazz Trio, and the versatile voice of Camille Metoyer Moten.
Join in the fun of short films one night and the next, enjoy incredible performances and food while supporting Benson Theatre. Find all about these events here!
BENSON THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Tickets and Website: https://bensontheatre.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BensonTheatre
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bensontheatre/
X: https://twitter.com/BensonTheatre
6054 Maple Street, Omaha, NE
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Friday Oct 27, 2023
Friday Oct 27, 2023
It's the beginning of our 5th Season here at the Platte River Bard, and today we talk with Voices in Alliance about their upcoming production, "The Inheritance Part 1", which opens November 3rd and runs through Nov 12th. Voices In Alliance is a theatre company in Omaha which began in 2022. We talk with their Producing Artistic Director, Randall T. Stevens and one of the Actors in "The Inheritance Part 1", Travis Manley. Both of these Creatives are engaging and passionate about telling the stories. VIA Omaha's seeks to find a space in which the LGBTQ+ Community can connect through inspiring, inclusive, diverse, provocative, and complex stories that explore both the ordinary and extraordinary of the queer experience.
Find all about it here!
VOICES IN ALLIANCE (VIA Omaha) CONTACT INFO:
Tickets Info and Website: https://www.viaomaha.org/
Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-inheritance-part-1-by-matthew-lopez-tickets-706315979107?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VIAOmaha/
This production will be performed at the Bancroft Street Market, 2702 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE 68108.
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Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Tuesday Oct 10, 2023
Today we feature the Platte River Art Show being held in Ashland at the Mahoney State Park this weekend, October 13-15th. We had the opportunity to talk to their Event Producer and Photographer, Nia Karmann, to tell us everything that will be happening at Mahoney State Park. Admission is free so come out and enjoy celebrating the visual arts this weekend!
PLATTE RIVER ART SHOW CONTACT INFO
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100083554623192
Website: https://calendar.outdoornebraska.gov/event/platte-river-art-show-at-e-t-mahoney-state-park-4/2023-04-28/
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Sunday Oct 01, 2023
Sunday Oct 01, 2023
Exciting things are happening in the new Snap! Production space at 2221 Thurston Circle in Bellevue, Nebraska! On October 6th, Snap! Productions will premiere "American Idiot" for the first time in the Omaha area. This will be a large talented cast to bring you all of the great music by Green Day and many stories throughout.
We visited the new space while they are still under construction, and it's coming together! And while we were there we were able to talk with three members of the "American Idiot" cast: Sara Scheides, Carly Frolio, and Xavier Carr. Check out this exciting production happening at SNAP!
SNAP! Productions:
Tickets and Website: https://snapproductions.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snapproductionsomaha
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snapproductions/
2221 Thurston Circle, Bellevue, Nebraska
402-341-2757
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Sunday Oct 01, 2023
Sunday Oct 01, 2023
SNAP! Productions has unveiled their new season! After overcoming some obstacles in recent years they are also on the cusp of unveiling their new space! We find out about the amazing work they are doing for theatre, talk about their upcoming season shows, and discuss their meaningful mission statement. You won't want to miss everything being planned!
SNAP! Productions:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/snapproductionsomaha
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/snapproductions/
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Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
We had an enjoyable conversation with Rafael Untalan, Director of the upcoming production "Sense and Sensibility" which opens September 28th through October 7th at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre in Lincoln. Mr. Untalan is an Assistant Professor at the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film, as well as an Actor with acting and directing credits to his name all over the country.
This production will be the adaptation from Kate Hamill of the original Jane Austen classic. It promises a lovely story of strong women of the time, packed full of costumes and a creative set design for many different locations of the scenes. Mr. Untalan talks about about some of the challenges of this production as well as some of the attributes that will make you want to get your tickets now and go!
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Tickets & Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
Wednesday Sep 27, 2023
We were so honored to talk with Hank Stratton, the new Executive Director of the Nebraska Rep and the Director of UNL's Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film. We had a fun discussion about their new season, which is packed with a variety of productions! And it wasn't just their season, we had the opportunity to get to learn more about Mr. Stratton's acting, directing and education experience. He has been on TV, film, commercials, Broadway, and regional theatres all around the country. Nebraska is privileged to have Mr. Stratton at the helm of one of the state's most robust and recognized theatre programs! There's so much more, so be sure to make the time to listen!
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Tickets & Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
We were honored to talk with Kevin Doncaster, Founder of Warhawk PTSD Service Dogs, and also Jimmy Weber. Both of these men are veterans of our military and have served overseas. Along with two other musicians, Jimmy Weber will be performing at the Benson Theatre on September 21st at 7PM. The event is called "Chords for Canines" and the event will support the important work of Warhawks.
This will be an incredible and important opportunity for everyone to learn about the work of Warhawk, and how Kevin's organization is saving veterans lives, and the lives of children of our service members. Please consider listening to what Kevin has to say. If you can't make the event, you can donate online directly at warhawkptsdservicedogs.org.
CONTACT INFORMATION FOR WARHAWK PTSD SERVICE DOGS:
Website: https://www.warhawkptsdservicedogs.org/
CONTACT FOR CHORDS FOR CANINES AT BENSON THEATRE:
Tickets: https://ci.ovationtix.com/36337/production/1159251?performanceId=11333097
Website Information: https://bensontheatre.org/event/chords-for-canines/
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Sunday Sep 17, 2023
Sunday Sep 17, 2023
We talk with Director, Todd Uhrmacher and Actor, Riley Pope about their production of The Prom! This is a newer Broadway play, based on a real story and it is full of high energy, music, and dancing! It is also the Nebraska Premiere of this play, so what a great chance to get to go see it! Learn more about it here with our fun conversation with Riley and Todd! You have just two more weeks of chances to see it! The play runs September 15th to October 1st, 2023!
BELLEVUE LITTLE THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Tickets & Website: http://theblt.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bellevuelittletheatre/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellevuelittletheatre/
203 Mission Avenue, Bellevue, Nebraska
402.291.1554
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Thursday Sep 14, 2023
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
We spoke with the Director and a few of the large cast of Oliver, Jr. at Chanticleer Community Theater at the Hoff Center at PACE! Director Denise Putnam, Actors Lilly Ozello, Dean Patrick Pope and Moyer McDermott tell us about their experience, and even some great advice, in this exciting production! We love to talk with the younger folks who are brimming with excitement in a production they are very proud of - as they should be! It opens September 14th and runs until the 24th - so don't miss seeing this fun show!
CHANTICLEER COMMUNITY THEATER AT the Hoff Family Arts and Culture Center at PACE:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chanticleertheater
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paceartsia/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/PACEartsiowa
Chanticleer Community Theatre / Pace Arts Iowa 1001 S 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA
For Tickets: go to PACE (Pottawattamie Arts, Culture and Entertainment): https://www.paceartsiowa.org
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Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Wednesday Sep 06, 2023
Angels Theatre Company just announced their 2023-2024 Season and we had the honor of talking with Timothy Scholl, Executive Director!
Angels offers a wide array of programming for new works. They have their full-length season productions, which are newer plays written by local playwrights. The Solo Tales and Ales program allows the Playwriting Collective to write monologues, which are then performed by actors as a cold read. In addition, their Playwriting Collective gives workshop support to local playwrights wanting to enrich their work and prepare it for performance. And lastly, they have their Salon Reading Series, which are new works that can include those plays who have been developed in the Playwriting Workshop, and then are performed as staged readings.
So for Angels, it's not just a handful of plays for the season, it's many plays in many formats. So if you love new works, or if you are a playwright looking for development, Angels has something for everyone. Check out all the exciting things in store for next season!
ANGELS THEATRE COMPANY:
Website: https://angelscompany.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelstheatrecompany/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelstheatreco_lincoln/
Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/angelstheatreco
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/@angelstheatrecompany/
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Saturday Jul 29, 2023
Saturday Jul 29, 2023
We are happy once again to get the scoop on the upcoming Omaha Fringe Festival 2023 which will be held August 10-13th, 2023! We talked with Tamar Neumann, Executive Director and Jason Levering, Artistic Director of the Omaha Fringe Festival.
Be sure to check out the Fringe participants appearance at the August 5th Omaha Farmer's Market, and also on August 7th, the Omaha Fringe Festival Preview Party! At the Preview Party, you'll get to see the first 2 minutes of each of the performances at Fringe!
The Festival will be held at three places this year: UNO Theatre, Benson Theatre and Blackstone Theater, home of Big Canvas Comedy.
Don't miss the Omaha Fringe Fest! Tickets are available now at: https://omahafringe.square.site/product/all-fringe-pass/142
They also need volunteers!
OMAHA FRINGE FESTIVAL CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://omahafringe.square.site/
To Donate and Support: https://checkout.square.site/buy/WYCOWEZP5POWMYDMCLU2UOHW
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/omahafringefest/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omahafringefestival/
Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/omahafringefestival/
#FirstOmahaFringe
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Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Brownville Village Theatre in Brownville, Nebraska is abuzz again, and they are bringing us 5 fabulous shows this summer! Not only are they having their 56th season, they will also have a special lawn party on July 7th for the World Premiere of Death at Downton. You can dress up in your favorite 1920's garb, and meet the writer of Death and Downton, Randall David Cook! So don't miss the Premiere Party!
We talked to Co-Artistic Directors, Mitch Bean and Rachel Curtiss, as well as two of their company members, Lizzy Pegler and Bella Walker. They discuss all 5 of the shows this summer: The Hello Girls, Deliver Us From Mama, It Came From Mars, The Fox and the Fairway, and last but not least: Death at Downton, An Aristocratic Upstairs-Downstairs Murder-Mystery Parody, Because Longer Titles Are A Certain Indicator of High Quality and Refined Taste written by Randall David Cook.
Lizzy Pegler: This season, Lizzy is the theatre’s associate technical director and is costume designing The Hello Girls, It Came From Mars, and Death at Downton!
Bella Walker: Bella is the costume supervisor & costume designer for The Fox on the Fairway, as well as the intimacy coordinator for all five of our shows! She can be seen onstage as Norleen Sprunt in Deliver Us From Mama!, Dolores Breckinridge in It Came From Mars, and Violetta Squally/Mrs. Paditmore in Death at Downton!.
Rachel Curtiss, co - Artistic Director: Rachel is directing The Hello Girls & Death at Downton!, and can be seen onstage as Julia Crane in It Came From Mars.
Mitch Bean co-Artistic Director: Mitch is directing It Came From Mars & The Fox on the Fairway, set designing Death at Downton! & The Fox on the Fairway, and will be appearing onstage as Lt. Ernest Wessen and Others in The Hello Girls & Walker Sprunt in Deliver Us From Mama!
BROWNVILLE VILLAGE THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Website: http://www.brownvillevillagetheatre.com/home.html
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BVT1967/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bvt1967
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brownvillevillagetheatre/
Brownville Village Theatre, 222 Water Street, Brownville, NE
402.825.4121
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Sunday May 07, 2023
Sunday May 07, 2023
Join us for a very fun and totally off-the-rails conversation with one of our favorite Creatives! Jamie Bullins, who is a master of all theatre related trades, heads up the Angels Theatre Company's Playwriting Collective and is gearing up for their 8th Annual First Flight Festival. The First Flight Festival will feature 12 locally written plays, monologues and even a musical which have been through a creative development process with Angels Theatre Co.
Don't miss Auditions for First Flight, which are coming up soon: May 19th (6:30pm-9pm) and 20th (10am-4pm) at the Unitarian Church of Lincoln (6300 A Street) to be a part of these many works!
The First Flight Play Festival will be held at the UNL Studio Theatre on the 2nd floor of the Temple Building at 12th and R Street on July 13th-16th and July 20th-23rd.
I also just want to say that if you haven't heard Chris (or Sheri) laugh hysterically before, you will hear it on this podcast!
Jamie Bullins has an MFA in theatrical design and scenography from the University of North Carolina/Greensboro and came to Nebraska from Kennesaw State University where was an Associate Professor for 17 years. He has also held positions at Auburn University and the University of Florida. He currently serves as an Associate Professor of Costume Design at the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film. He has a plethora of Director credits, and just this year has Directed plays at Lincoln Community Playhouse, Doane State College as well as Costume Design for Wesleyan University and Scene Design at Angels. Jamie also works with the students at UNL for Theatrix, a student-run theatre. He is also a frequent writer - along with Chris and Sheri - for Appearing Locally.
For Ticket Information: https://angelscompany.org/
Or call the box office at 402-472-4747.
ANGELS THEATRE COMPANY:
Website: https://angelscompany.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelstheatrecompany/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelstheatreco_lincoln/
Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/angelstheatreco
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Tuesday May 02, 2023
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Artistic Director, Kevin Colbert of the Lofte Community Theatre and Actor, Jennifer Gilg talk with us about their upcoming play, Wit, ("W;t") written by Margaret Edson. This play won the 1999 Pulitzer Prize, and is a heartfelt play is about a strong and intelligent woman, Vivian Bearing (played by Jennifer Gilg) who realizes she is in the last two hours of her life due to her battle with ovarian cancer. But don't let the premise scare you away! This play is full of heart and humor as Vivian explores what makes life worth living, what achievements look like when faced with the reality of death, and how relationships are such an important part of every humans' story.
And if the writing and acting of this play isn't already enough, Jennifer Gilg, an accomplished local actor, went "all in." We talked to her just hours after she had her head shaved for this role and she carried on brilliantly. She has taken this role on and owned it. So join us for a great conversation with more talented local Creatives who are bringing everything they have to this endearing play.
Wit opens May 5th at the Lofte Community Theatre and runs until May 14th.
Get your tickets online at https://lofte.org
LOFTE COMMUNITY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Tickets & Website: www.lofte.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loftecommunitytheatre
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loftetheatre/?hl=en
Twitter: https://twitter.com/thelofte?lang=en
The Lofte Community Theatre is located at 15841 Manley Rd in fashionable Manley, Nebraska.
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