
AUDITIONS
Saturday, May 3rd, 2008
12-4pm
Art House Productions is casting Sea Story, an original, mythical
adventure set on the high seas. Jack Halpin, Dir.; Christine Goodman,
Artistic Dir. Rehearsals start May 7. Performances run June 12-28 at Art
House Productions in downtown Jersey City, NJ.
Seeking? 6 Women, ages 18-40, all types and ethnicities to create a
society of women living aboard a ship. Harbormaster: 35-50, any ethnicity,
gruff, character actor who appears in several roles throughout play. Bob:
18-38, sweet-faced, gentle, nonsexual poet who lives aboard ship with the
women. Also seeking crew?Stage Manager; Crew: 2 person crew to run show
with SM, assist with backstage and onstage changeovers.
Auditions will be held on Saturday, May 3, 12-4 p.m. at Art House
Productions, 1 McWilliams Place, 6th Floor, Jersey City (8 blocks from
Grove St. PATH near Erie St/8th).
Directions:
Prepare a 2 min. monologue that shows you
off best (classical OK). Bring headshot/resume. If you cannot attend,
mail Art House Productions, PO Box 3264, Jersey City, NJ 07303 or email
seastorycasting@gmail.com. Nonunion. Some pay.
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AUDITIONS Sea Story, an original, mythical adventure set on the high seas Saturday, May 3rd, 2008 12-4pm more... |


Host of Acentos Bronx Poetry Showcase,
and National Slam Competitor
THE ART HOUSE
Poets * Musicians * Performance Artists
Coming Together in Jersey City
THURSDAY, MAY 1 * 8-10PM
$5 admission
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park, near Erie St./8th St.)
* 5 minute open mike for poets, musicians, comics and performance artists
* taped for television
This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com
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THURSDAY, MAY 1, 8-10PM
Featuring Pushcart Prize Nominee RICH VILLAR Host of Acentos Bronx Poetry Showcase and National Slam Competitor more... |
Art House Productions and Cosi Restaurant present
Loren Abbate
Viewing Hours: M–F from 6am–8pm, Weekends from 7:30am–6pm
The Cosi Gallery at Cosi Restaurant and Café
535 Washington Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07310
(Directly outside of the Pavonia/Newport PATH, across Washington Blvd.)
6pm-8pm ART HOUSE PRODUCTIONS presents "New Works for a New Audience," featuring a wine and cheese Opening Reception for painter and photographer Loren Abbate. Abbate's artwork is most inspired by cultures in history, natural wonders and world travel. Curated by Beverly Sommer. Show runs March 7 - April 20. Cosi Cafe and Restaurant, 545 Washington Blvd, 201-963-0533. Barrier-free
Loren Abbate is a painter and photographer. She is also an art educator at a small high school in Manhattan. Loren's artwork is most inspired by cultures in history, natural wonders and world travel. Loren is passionate about using her creativity and teaching experience toward humanitarian efforts both locally and abroad. Having lived in Italy, Boston and New York for brief times, Loren considers herself a true Jersey Girl (minus the long nails). She has been living in Jersey City for nearly two years.
Curated by Beverly Sommer
For artist and purchase information, contact art@arthouseproductions.org or call 201.915.9911
About Art House Productions
Art House Productions is a multi-disciplinary arts organization based in Jersey City, NJ. Since September 2001, AHP has been dedicated to creating opportunities for artists to connect with one another, develop new work, and introduce their art to a wider audience. To submit artwork for consideration, please contact Beverly Sommer at art@arthouseproductions.org
About Cosi Restaurant
Cosi provides a sophisticated, modern atmosphere and unbeatable hand-tossed salads, made-to-order sandwiches, and signature flatbread.
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New Works for a New Audience Loren Abbate A JC Fridays Event M–F from 6am–8pm, Weekends from 7:30am–6pm Beverly Sommer curates artistic works from contemporary local visual artists. more... |


Of her muse, she says:
i've been a poet & a dreamer
a rhymer & a schemer
born & raised in old new york
where the money sure can talk
like 2 put my words 2 sound
cause it keeps them goin around
jam on love & hope 4 u
just 2 make yr dreams come true
THURSDAY, April 3rd, 2008 * 7:45-10PM
Featuring John J. Trause
With Musical Guest
Princess
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park, near Erie St./8th St.)
* 5 minute open mike for poets, musicians, comics and performance artists
* taped for television
This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com
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THURSDAY, April 3rd, 2008 at 7:45 PM
Featuring John J. Trause With Musical Guest Princess more... |

Art House Productions presents
HUDSON COUNTY ART SLAM!!
A powerful exhibition of over 20 contemporary artists with
live music, visual inspiration & interactive creativity.
Additional Viewing Hours
Saturday, March 8th, 2-6pm
A JC Fridays Event
Art House Productions
at Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park near Erie/8th)
Barrier-free
Join us for a SLAM! of astronomic proportions
Hosted by Roland Ramos
VISUAL ARTISTS Gordon Fraser Laura Stagnaro Martinez Hyphen-One Ali Brief Amy Bauer Camilo Godoy Gene Wisniewski Roxana Marroquin David Ribyat Scet Chris Kappmeier K. Shelton Felix Gosse Ramon Arcadio Henry Hechavarria Sauman Choy Robert David Leo Genese Nukem Dave Calamoneri Christine Goodman "Saint" Marcelo Dos Santos Wase John Ruddy Christina Villaflor Matt Fricovsky Paola Restrepo MUSIC Bioluminessence Sailors in Rags Lloyd United Terrence McManusSupport provided by LaOla.org
***ALL ARTWORK FOR SALE***
***Cutting edge artwork at unoppressive prices***
We now accept all major credit cards
For more information, please contact
info@arthouseproductions.org or call (201) 915-9911
www.arthouseproductions.org
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Hudson County Art SLAM!
A JC Fridays Event Additional Viewing Hours Saturday, March 8th, 2-6pm ART HOUSE PRODUCTIONS presents Hudson County Art SLAM!, a powerful exhibition of over 20 contemporary artists with live music, visual inspiration & interactive creativity. more... |
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JC Fridays March 7, 2008 Please join us for JC Fridays, Art House Productions' citywide festival of the arts. For a full listing of events, including maps, please visit more... |

Art House Productions presents
HUDSON COUNTY ART SLAM!!
A powerful exhibition of over 20 contemporary artists with
live music, visual inspiration & interactive creativity.
FRIDAY, MARCH 7TH, 2008 * 7:30PM-12AM * FREE!
A JC Fridays Event
Art House Productions
at Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park near Erie/8th)
Barrier-free
Join us for a SLAM! of astronomic proportions
Hosted by Roland Ramos
VISUAL ARTISTS Gordon Fraser Laura Stagnaro Martinez Hyphen-One Ali Brief Amy Bauer Camilo Godoy Gene Wisniewski Roxana Marroquin David Ribyat Scet Chris Kappmeier K. Shelton Felix Gosse Ramon Arcadio Henry Hechavarria Sauman Choy Robert David Leo Genese Nukem Dave Calamoneri Christine Goodman "Saint" Marcelo Dos Santos Wase John Ruddy Christina Villaflor Matt Fricovsky Paola Restrepo MUSIC Bioluminessence Sailors in Rags Lloyd United Terrence McManusSupport provided by LaOla.org
***ALL ARTWORK FOR SALE***
***Cutting edge artwork at unoppressive prices***
We now accept all major credit cards
For more information, please contact
info@arthouseproductions.org or call (201) 915-9911
www.arthouseproductions.org
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Hudson County Art SLAM!
A JC Fridays Event March 7, 2008 7:30pm-12am ART HOUSE PRODUCTIONS presents Hudson County Art SLAM!, a powerful exhibition of over 20 contemporary artists with live music, visual inspiration & interactive creativity. more... |


THE ART HOUSE
Poets * Musicians * Performance Artists
Coming Together in Jersey City
THURSDAY, MARCH 6TH, 8-10 PM
$5 admission
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park, near Erie St./8th St.)
* 5 minute open mike for poets, musicians, comics and performance artists
* taped for television
This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com
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THURSDAY, MARCH 6TH, 2008
Featuring RAINMAKER more... |
Art House Productions and Cosi Restaurant present
Melanie Vasa and Randi Wolfman
Opening Reception: January 31st, 2008 6-8 PM
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The Cosi Gallery at Cosi Restaurant and Café
535 Washington Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07310
(Directly outside of the Pavonia/Newport PATH, across Washington Blvd.)
Melanie's hand processed photographs comment on permanence, place, and perspective. Toned in sepia and green, these exquisite square prints remind viewers of the importance of looking closely and the inevitable decay of landscapes.
Randi's beautiful formal paintings highlight form, body, and elegance. The soft shapes and subtle pastels are reminiscent of paintings by Georgia O'Keeffe.
Curated by Beverly Sommer
For artist and purchase information, contact art@arthouseproductions.org or call 201.915.9911
About Art House Productions
Art House Productions is a multi-disciplinary arts organization based in Jersey City, NJ. Since September 2001, AHP has been dedicated to creating opportunities for artists to connect with one another, develop new work, and introduce their art to a wider audience. To submit artwork for consideration, please contact Beverly Sommer at art@arthouseproductions.org
About Cosi Restaurant
Cosi provides a sophisticated, modern atmosphere and unbeatable hand-tossed salads, made-to-order sandwiches, and signature flatbread.
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New Works for a New Audience Melanie Vasa and Randi Wolfman Opening January 31st, 2008 6-8 PM Beverly Sommer curates artistic works from contemporary local visual artists. more... |

ST. PATRICK

THE ART HOUSE
Poets * Musicians * Performance Artists
Coming Together in Jersey City
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7th, 2008 * 8-10PM
$5 admission
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park, near Erie St./8th St.)
* 5 minute open mike for poets, musicians, comics and performance artists
* taped for television
This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7th, 2008
Featuring Spoken Word Sensation ST. PATRICK more... |
Art House Productions and Cosi Restaurant present
ANDY CASTILLO: Allegories of Colors
Opening Reception: Wednesday, December 12th, 6pm–8pm
December 12th, 2007–January 20th, 2008
Viewing Hours: M–F from 6am–8pm, Weekends from 7:30am–6pm
The Cosi Gallery at Cosi Restaurant and Café
535 Washington Blvd., Jersey City, NJ 07310
(Directly outside of the Pavonia/Newport PATH, across Washington Blvd.)
Andy Castillo was born in March 29, 1973 in the town of Cotuí, Dominican Republic. Son of José Castillo dedicated to cultivate the land and His mother Zulima Rivas a respected University Spanish language professor. Living in Cotui he completed his elementary education, always showing a strong aptitude for the arts inspired by the forms of the land in this agrarian community. In 1989, he entered the San Francisco de Macoris School of Fine Arts, where he studied musical reading and elementary piano for 2 years. In 1991, he was accepted to the National Conservatory of Music, but decided to follow his calling for the Fine Arts at the Autonomous University of Santo Domingo (UASD), where he obtained his degree in advertising. After he graduated from (UASD), he began working as a Graphic Designer for the Listin Diario the biggest Dominican Newspaper; he was in charge of the daily front cover layouts for the sports section. He left his job to continue his career as a Fine Art when hi obtained a full scholarship of to studied fine arts at “Altos de Chavon” The School of Design in the Dominican Republic. Here he improves the principles of art and design. Upon completion, he was awarded a scholarship to Parsons School of Design in New York City in illustration. He currently works at "RSP Media as a Senior Photo Retoucher, illustrator and Graphic Designer of catalogues, and advertisements for high jewelry, fashion and beauty and products. Andy remains active in the arts by developing personal projects focused on life experiences in the Dominican Republic and in NY, always exploring the media that he has learned, and experimenting with new techniques.
Curated by Beverly Sommer
For artist and purchase information, contact art@arthouseproductions.org or call 201.915.9911
About Art House Productions
Art House Productions is a multi-disciplinary arts organization based in Jersey City, NJ. Since September 2001, AHP has been dedicated to creating opportunities for artists to connect with one another, develop new work, and introduce their art to a wider audience. To submit artwork for consideration, please contact Beverly Sommer at art@arthouseproductions.org
About Cosi Restaurant
Cosi provides a sophisticated, modern atmosphere and unbeatable hand-tossed salads, made-to-order sandwiches, and signature flatbread.
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New Works for a New Audience ANDY CASTILLO: Allegories of Colors December 12th, 2007–January 20th, 2008 Beverly Sommer curates artistic works from contemporary local visual artists. more... |


Suheir has been able to travel throughout the world via her poetry. She has read her poems in Ivy League Universities and on Brooklyn’s street corners. Her work has appeared in award winning anthologies, and in zines stapled together by queer youth collectives. As far as we know, Suheir was the first Palestinian starring in a Broadway show, and she continues to be the first Palestinian in many artistic spaces throughout the States.
www.suheirhammad.com
THE ART HOUSE
Poets * Musicians * Performance Artists
Coming Together in Jersey City
THURSDAY, JANUARY 3RD, 2008
Start the new year off right!
Featuring
Palestinian-American Poet and Activist
SUHEIR HAMMAD
Tony-Award Winner and Original Cast Member of Def Poetry Jam on Broadway,
Featured on HBO's Def Poetry Jam
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park, near Erie St./8th St.)
* 5 minute open mike for poets, musicians, comics and performance artists
* taped for television
* $5 admission
This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com
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THURSDAY, JANUARY 3RD, 2008
Featuring Palestinian-American Poet and Activist SUHEIR HAMMAD Tony-Award Winner and Original Cast Member of Def Poetry Jam on Broadway, Featured on HBO's Def Poetry Jam more... |

Art House Productions presents
THE UKULADIES!
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7TH, 2007
Shows at 8:30 and 10pm
Free!
Don't miss this sister act with a lust for life and its idle curiosities
Featuring Genevieve (banjo uke, toy piano, flute, glockenspiel)
Jimmy Lou (uke, violin, saw)
The Nearly Reverend Mary (kazoo, cow moos)
Cousin Bunnie (tap, washboard, toy accordion, etceteras).
Cowboy love songs, 1920's medleys, originals, unexpected treats!
8:30 and 10pm performances feature COMPLETELY DIFFERENT SETS!
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Pl, Roof, Jersey City, NJ
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park near Erie/8th St.)
Wheelchair Accessible
This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com
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THE UKULADIES!
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7TH, 2007
Don't miss this FREE sister act with a lust for life and its idle curiosities Featuring Genevieve, Jimmy Lou, The Nearly Reverend Mary, and Cousin Bunnie. Cowboy love songs, 1920's medleys, originals, unexpected treats! more... |


Kay Barrett

David Jacobsen
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6TH, 2007 * 8-10PM
Featuring
Poet and Activist
KAY BARRETT
and Musical Guest
DAVID JACOBSEN
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park, near Erie St./8th St.)
* 5 minute open mike for poets, musicians, comics and performance artists
* taped for television
This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com
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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6TH, 2007
Featuring Poet and Activist KAY BARRETT and Musical Guest DAVID JACOBSEN more... |
Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy along with several city agencies will honor Art House Productions for their innovative JC Fridays which links arts and business and will announce its expansion during a 2 p.m. press conference on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007, at City Hall, 280 Grove Street.
Read the press release
Read about it in The Current

Picture © Diana Schwaeble, Hudson Current 2007
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Mayor Healy Honors Art House Productions December 5, 2007 Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy along with several city agencies will honor Art House Productions for their innovative JC Fridays which links arts and business and will announce its expansion during a 2 p.m. press conference on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007, at City Hall, 280 Grove Street. more... |
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Bogosity Shoot November 11, 2007 Darin Quan is shooting a digital video version of Simcha Borenstein's Bogosity. Carlo Fiorletta stars as Kaplan, with Mandi Nadel as Melissa. The Nov 11 shoot featured dancers Brian Butera Philip Willingham at Art House Productions in J.C. more... |
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New Works for a New Audience Various Dates Artistic works on display from contemporary local visual artists more... |
Art House Productions presents
Acting for Beginners
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2007


Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Pl, Roof, Jersey City, NJ
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park near Erie/8th St.)
Wheelchair Accessible
This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com
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Acting for Beginners THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2007 Christine Goodman teaches this introduction to acting specially tailored for adults. In addition to monologues, improvisation and scene work, this class provides real-life skills to help with performance and public speaking. Learn how to relax, focus, breathe, and embrace the fear! more... |


JC Spoken Word Artist's Farewell Performance!
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2007
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
Jersey City, NJ 07302
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park, near Erie St./8th St.)
* 5 minute open mike for poets, musicians, comics and performance artists
* taped for television
This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible by the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2007
Featuring CRIS NYNE JC Spoken Word Artist's Farewell Performance! more... |
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The Accumulation Project Saturdays in October * 12pm-4pm The Accumulation Project is a group of over a dozen artists who have collected some sort of object of their choice over the course of a year and done something with those objects. more... |

$5 admission (FREE with "Maladjusted" show program and/or costume!)
STARRING
Richard Kirkwood
Lexie Levin
David Jacobsen
Duncan Pflaster
Beth Bentley
Joe Jacovino
Melissa Surach
Roland Ramos and the Art House Band
and more!
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square
1 McWilliams Place, Roof
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park, near Erie & 8th St.)
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Late Night Curiosities
October 26 at 10Pm (sHow rePeAted At 11:30Pm.)
For those who dare... Art House Productions brings you a strange and exciting evening filled with eccentrics, entertainers And obscure talents. more... |
MALADJUSTED
The American premiere of Irish playwright Derek O'Connor's funny and moving short play.
A security guard comes to, finding himself bound
and gagged in an empty office building.
It wasn't meant to be like this.
STARRING
Laurence Lowry*
DIRECTED BY
Jack Halpin
TICKETS
$12, $8 students/seniors
Group rates available
Call 866.811.4111
Or visit WWW.THEATERMANIA.COM
LOCATION
Art House Productions
Hamilton Square, 1 McWilliams Place, Roof, Jersey City, NJ
(SE Corner of Hamilton Park, near Erie St/8th)
Wheelchair accessible
Running time: 90 minutes
(Includes a surprise performance every night at the top of the show!)
Please enjoy our current art installation, THE ACCUMULATION PROJECT, before and after "Maladjusted." Curated by Other Leading Brand. www.accumulationproject.org
This and all of Art House Productions' programs are made possible with the generous support of Exeter Properties and Hamilton Square. For more information, please visit: www.livingonthepark.com
*Appearing Courtesy of Actors' Equity Association, the Union of Stage Managers in the United States, appearing under a Special Appearance Contract.
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Maladjusted
October 18-20, 25-27 (Thurs-Sat) at 8pm
MALADJUSTED The American premiere of Irish playwright Derek O'Connor's funny and moving short play. more... |
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(art) house warming
May 11, 2007
featuring live music by Roland Ramos and a special performance by AU Capoeira! PLUS canned food drive for St. Lucy's Shelter |
Art House Productions’CAMINO REAL
by Tennessee Williams
March 2nd – 24th, 2007
Tickets: $15, $12 students/seniors
group rates available
Art House Productions proudly presents "Camino Real," a seminal, rarely produced work by one of America's greatest playwrights, Tennessee Williams. Join us for a theatrical journey with puppets, mask, film/video and dance through the Camino Real, a lost and desperate land peopled by hustlers, dreamers, lovers and legends.
Forget everything you know about conventional theatre
- Ahn Behrens, Waterfront Journal
Show Dates
Friday, March 2nd**, Saturday, March 3rd
Thursday, March 8th, Friday, March 9th, Saturday, March 10th
Thursday, March 15th**, Friday, March 16th**, Saturday, March 17th
Thursday, March 22nd, Friday, March 23rd, Saturday, March 24th
For tickets
Call toll free at 866.811.4111
or visit www.theatermania.com
Victory Hall
186 Grand St, Jersey City, NJ
(6 blocks from the Grove St. PATH)
FREE PARKING
Directions and Group Sales
www.arthouseproductions.org or 201.915.9911
Starring: Fred Backus, Eytan Bayme, Steven Capo, Maggie Cino, Katherine Damigos, Liz Douglas, Jason A. Drago, Carlo Fiorletta, Sarah Ashford Hart, Richard Kirkwood, Nathan Kosla, Alicia Kurzer, John Mulcahy, Ronnie Newman*, Juliet O’Brien, D. Pedroza, Chip Peoples, Duncan Pflaster, Roland Ramos, David Ribyat, Heather Lee Rogers, Chris Sena*, Maria Silverman*, Cem Uyanik
Christine Goodman, Producing Artistic Director
Jack Halpin, Director
Nyugen E. Smith, Set Designer
Jeanne Zacarias, Choreographer
Janine Slaker, Video Designer
Sarah Ashford Hart, Mask and Puppet Designer
Sean Brosnan, Lighting Designer
Don Heineck, Technical Director
Maeve Sweeney, Stage Manager
Annie Kessler, Production Associate
* Member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Union of Professional Actors and Stage Managers in the United States, appearing under a Special Appearance Contract
SPECIAL EVENTS
**March 2: A JC Fridays event. Join us for a post-show reception from 10:30pm-11:30pm, to mingle with cast and crew and explore the set designed by Jersey City artist Nyugen Smith
**March 15: Sign language interpreter, assisted listening devices available (reserve at 201.915.9911 or by emailing info@arthouseproductions.org
**March 16: Please join us for a post-show talk with cast and crew moderated by Art House Productions' Producing Artistic Director, Christine Goodman
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CAMINO REAL March 2nd – 24th, 2007 Art House Productions proudly presents "Camino Real," a seminal, rarely produced work by one of America's greatest playwrights, Tennessee Williams. Join us for a theatrical journey with puppets, mask, film/video and dance through the Camino Real, a lost and desperate land peopled by hustlers, dreamers, lovers and legends. more... |
THE HEIST PROJECT
Inspired by two true stories -- the largest unsolved art theft in American history and the recent closing of the 111 First Street arts center in Jersey City, Art House Productions invites you into a "living art gallery," where reinvented works by Rembrandt, Degas, Vermeer and more come to life in a multimedia exploration of the value we place on art and artists.PERFORMANCES: November 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19
(all performance start at 8pm)
Tickets $12 / $10 students and artists
For tickets, please call toll free (866) 811-4111 or visit www.theatermania.com
Limited seating: advanced purchased tickets strongly recommended
Victory Hall Cultural Center
186 Grand St. Jersey City, NJ
(6 blocks from the Grove St. PATH)
Recommended for ages 13+ (strong language)
Not accessible for those using wheelchairs or walkers, unfortunately
STARRING: Fred Backus, Emily Beatty, Kathleen Brown, Ben Fine, Carlo Fiorletta, Nadia Gan,
Lisa Garrabrant, Kevin Janaway, Alicia Kurzer, Leonardo Paulino, Kathryn Pfau, Heather Rogers,
Marcella Smith, Shanti Wesley
VISUAL ART: Sterling Ely, Maggie Ens, Edward Fausty, Norm Francoeur, Rebecca Goyette,
Jesus Eusse Moreno, Jim Pustorino, Steven Singer, Nyugen Smith
WRITTEN BY: Steve Bloom, Melida Rodas Cora, Christine Goodman, Jack Halpin, Kate Kaiser,
Bonnie Lykes, Kelly McAllister, Joe Del Priore, Heather Rogers, William Shakespeare,
Trish Szymanski, Karin Williams
Music by David Amram
Jack Halpin, Director
Alexis Daloni, Stage Manager
Sean Brosnan, Lighting Design
Patrick Mirucki, A/V Production
Christine Goodman, Producing Artistic Director
Sponsored by Get Out Hudson, Janam Tea, Harbor Wealth Management, Pershing, ProArts,
World Wide Media and Chilltown Magazine.
Fifteen years ago, paintings by Rembrandt, Degas, Vermeer and others were stolen from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston, MA, leaving a massive hole in the collection of one of the world's foremost patrons of the arts. Although these works are valued at over $500 million, they are considered by many to be priceless. Due to stipulations in Ms. Gardner's will, the museum could not be altered after her death, leaving huge spaces of bare gallery wall where the art once hung.
Right now, Jersey City, NJ, is experiencing a similar sense of artistic loss. Due to struggles over space and property development, artists who once resided in the Powerhouse Arts District have been forced to vacate their studios and homes. The heartbeat and creative force of Jersey City lives on, but hundreds of artists who once lived and worked together do so separately now, and many have left town by necessity. The arts community is rebuilding with fervor, but there is no denying that Jersey City was wounded terribly by this loss within the Powerhouse Arts District.
In November 2005, Art House Productions will present The Heist Project, an exciting, collaborative, multimedia play exploring these two true stories. The Heist Project is a "living art exhibit" where modern interpretations of the stolen Gardner works come to life with actual actors inside of the paintings (dialogue to be created by area poets and writers). Ultimately, The Heist Project is meant to be a reflection of the value our society places on its art and artists.
The Heist Project will take place in Victory Hall's 4,000 sq ft. third floor space. The show will open on Friday, November 4, 2005 and performances continue on Thursdays - Saturdays at 8pm. Performance schedule is as follows: November 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18 and 19. VICTORY HALL is at 186 Grand St. (at Marin Blvd.) in Jersey City (do not use this as a mailing address). For more information about Art House Productions, visit www.arthouseproductions.org.
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THE HEIST PROJECT November 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19 2005 Inspired by two true stories — the largest unsolved art theft in American history and the closing of the 111 First Street arts center in Jersey City, Art House Productions invites you into a "living art gallery," where reinvented works by Rembrandt, Degas, Vermeer and more come to life in a multimedia exploration of the value we place on art and artists. more... |















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