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Berkeley Rep Docent Talk

Wednesday, May 20
10:30 a.m.
Performing Arts Studio, Hillside
Free

The Docent will talk about Berkeley Rep’s production of THE LUNCHBOX, a world premier with book and co-lyrics by Ritesh Batra, music and co-lyrics by the Lazours, and directed by Rachel Chavin.

Rediscover the profound power of human connection in The Lunchbox — a new musical adaptation of Ritesh Batra’s internationally acclaimed film that overflows with heart, humor, and hope. A mistaken delivery in Mumbai’s famously efficient lunchbox system connects a lonely housewife to a jaded office worker, setting off an exchange of handwritten notes. Tucked in the folds of fragrant chapatis, amidst the vibrant pulse of Mumbai, their words blossom into a connection that might save them both. Directed by Tony Award-winner Rachel Chavkin (Hadestown) and featuring performances from Manu Narayan (Broadway’s Bombay Dreams, Apple TV’s Your Friends & Neighbors) and Kuhoo Verma (Berkeley Rep’s Monsoon Wedding and Octet, Off-Broadway’s Heathers: The Musical), The Lunchbox is a tale of the beauty of small gestures — one that will leave you believing in the bravery of opening your heart to the unexpected.

This production runs from May 17 to June 28 at the Roda Theatre, 2025 Addison St., Berkeley CA 94704.

For information on the Docent Program, call Diana Insolio at 203-530-1891.


Playwrights Opportunity

“Your 2 Cents” developmental readings share available space on the third Friday of the month with Curtain Up! and Naked Stage presentations.

Scripts are directed and read by DAOR member talent, and each reading is followed by facilitated feedback from thoughtful, encouraging attendees. Guidelines and an application form are available upon request.
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CONTACT: Playwrights Coordinator, Cynthia Wilson
[email protected]
925-949-8498
​Seeking . . . Play Suggestions
and Directors
​for Naked Stage Productions
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Contact: Kevin O'Byrne
[email protected]
 
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
       (some exceptions, such as Our Town)
  • play must be suitable for Rossmoor audiences
Please include a note explaining your choice.
 
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
[email protected]  or  925-934-6896​
​CURTAIN UP!  PROJECTS 

LET'S PUT ON A SHOW
 
DAOR seeks your ideas and projects

Do you have an original script ready for production?  A published one-act or related short plays presented as a staged or memorized performance?   A program of insight into a playwright, historic era or stagecraft technique? 
 
We are calling these member-driven projects Curtain Up!  They are to run about an hour in length.  Each Curtain Up! project must have a producer. (The producer may not also act as the director.) The producer(s) is responsible for obtaining rights (if applicable) and recruiting a production team. The production team is responsible for casting, rehearsals, props, and costumes. Casting may be done by open audition or invitation.  If the project is a lecture or demonstration the producer will be responsible to act as the liaison with the presenter(s).
 
DAOR will provide rehearsal space scheduling, curtains, sometimes lights, publicity and programs.  Projects will be presented one or two times on a Friday and/or Saturday afternoon. 
 
The Artistic Committee will decide which submissions will be Curtain Up! presentations based on quality, suitability (can we do this given our resources), financial considerations and general interest.

Click below to print Project Proposal form

Fill out the form with as much information as possible and place it in DAOR mailbox at Gateway.
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​Curtain Up! productions ​
are lots of fun ​and
we want you to join in!
​​Contact Gail Wetherbee
[email protected]
Send information and photos
for DAOR website to: 
[email protected]