All events take place at Hillside Performing Arts Studio
(Las Trampas), unless otherwise noted.
NEWS/EVENTS
MEMBER NEWS
Bertha Reilly performed in Dublin in May at the James Joyce Centre's "Finnegans Wake End" celebrations. Here's the video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zdTgLahBHio
Plays by David Wilcox (Kiss of the Spider Woman for Sherlock Hound), Laura Bernell (Tales of a One-Eyed Woman) and Sherman Brown (Separation) were selected for developmental readings in DAOR's 2020 "Your 2 Cents" audience feedback series.
DAOR President Tanc Agius and Instructor Bobbi Ausubel invite Rossmoor residents to submit a story about their lives to be included in a full-length play produced by the Giving Tree Club and performed at Peacock Theater, on January 28 and 29. Questions and submissions should be emailed to both co-directors:
Tancred Agius (t.e.alban.agius@gmail.com or 925 947-6925)
Bobbi Ausubel (bobbi.gloria.ausubel@gmail.com or 650-743 4212).
Tancred Agius (t.e.alban.agius@gmail.com or 925 947-6925)
Bobbi Ausubel (bobbi.gloria.ausubel@gmail.com or 650-743 4212).
Seeking . . .
Play Suggestions & Directors
for Naked Stage Productions
Contact: Kevin O'Byrne
kjobyrne@yahoo.com
DAOR seeks suggestions for plays to be considered for future Naked Stage productions.
Parameters:
Also, if you have directing experience and would like to direct a Naked Stage show, please send description of your interest and background (resumes welcome). Mention plays you would like to direct, noting why they would be good candidates for the Naked Stage readers theater format and the Rossmoor community.
Play Suggestions & Directors
for Naked Stage Productions
Contact: Kevin O'Byrne
kjobyrne@yahoo.com
DAOR seeks suggestions for plays to be considered for future Naked Stage productions.
Parameters:
- 4 - 8 actors, seated on stools, with scripts; minimal props or costumes
- play must be suitable for Rossmoor audiences
Also, if you have directing experience and would like to direct a Naked Stage show, please send description of your interest and background (resumes welcome). Mention plays you would like to direct, noting why they would be good candidates for the Naked Stage readers theater format and the Rossmoor community.
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DAOR Traveling Troupe
Ongoing Enliven a meeting or program with a theatrical piece performed by our experienced actors. Funny or poignant, these scenes run about 10 minutes. There is no charge for this service, but requests must be made five weeks in advance of event. Contact: Gail Wetherbee gcwetherbee@comcast.net or 925-934-6896 |
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Play Reading Groups
Ongoing
Third Monday monthly, 2 PM
Waterford small dining room
Contact: Tanc Agius
t.e.alban.agius@gmail.com
Read plays with DAOR friends. Plays supplied. Contact Tanc for more information
(Note also: Plays and books about plays are available in Dollar Clubhouse, short wall to right as you enter library room. Take advantage of this wonderful resource.)
Ongoing
Third Monday monthly, 2 PM
Waterford small dining room
Contact: Tanc Agius
t.e.alban.agius@gmail.com
Read plays with DAOR friends. Plays supplied. Contact Tanc for more information
(Note also: Plays and books about plays are available in Dollar Clubhouse, short wall to right as you enter library room. Take advantage of this wonderful resource.)
Holiday Wine & Cheese
December 22, Dollar Clubhouse
. . . Details to follow
December 22, Dollar Clubhouse
. . . Details to follow
Gathering of the Company
January each year
Light refreshments provided.
A review of what DAOR did the past year and what is planned for the new year. And, a few laughs, a few games, preview of classes, and a chance to give input to help DAOR reflect interest and needs of members.
January each year
Light refreshments provided.
A review of what DAOR did the past year and what is planned for the new year. And, a few laughs, a few games, preview of classes, and a chance to give input to help DAOR reflect interest and needs of members.
DAOR Annual General Meeting
October each year
Election of officers and a preview of events ahead..
October each year
Election of officers and a preview of events ahead..
Jean Wilcox Scholarship Ceremony
October each year
The DAOR board of directors created the Scholarship for Theatre Arts in 2009 to honor Jean Wilcox, a founding member of DAOR and its first artistic director. She also served as its president from 2009 to 2011.
A native of England, where she received drama training at the London School of Drama, Wilcox immigrated to the Bay Area in 1962. She has received a Best Actress Shellie Award for her portrayal of the title character in Shirley Valentine. Under the auspices of the Walnut Creek Civic Arts program, she taught Shakespeare to incarcerated youth at Juvenile Hall in Martinez.
October each year
The DAOR board of directors created the Scholarship for Theatre Arts in 2009 to honor Jean Wilcox, a founding member of DAOR and its first artistic director. She also served as its president from 2009 to 2011.
A native of England, where she received drama training at the London School of Drama, Wilcox immigrated to the Bay Area in 1962. She has received a Best Actress Shellie Award for her portrayal of the title character in Shirley Valentine. Under the auspices of the Walnut Creek Civic Arts program, she taught Shakespeare to incarcerated youth at Juvenile Hall in Martinez.
Play Submissions
Annual, Deadline to be Announced
Annual, Deadline to be Announced
Rossmoor Follies
October each year
The Performing Arts Guild of Rossmoor presents an evening of fun with performances by members of PAGR, including DAOR.
October each year
The Performing Arts Guild of Rossmoor presents an evening of fun with performances by members of PAGR, including DAOR.