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"Stellar performances by a great cast which invites the audience to suspend its disbelief and become part of a magical evening."
- San Fernando Valley Sun
"GO!...fine ensemble gifted in the art of physical comedy..with standout performances" - LA Weekly
by Carlo Collodi
dramatized by Lee Hall
Directed by Stephen Rothman
Deaf West
Theatre puts its own, unique spin on the
classic story of a mischievous puppet who
wishes to become a real, live boy. Tony
Award winner Lee Hall (Billy Elliott) has
created an adaptation steeped in the Italian
tradition of commedia dell'arte - a form
of physical comedy that lends itself perfectly
to Deaf West Theatre's signature, award-winning
combination of signed and voiced theater.
Brimming with clever political subtext and
sly social commentary, this comic production
will appeal to young and old. The production will be presented in both American Sign Language and spoken English. |
Performances
run
February 18 to March 27, 2011
$25 Regular
$15 for Childen (12 and under) |
Parental
Warning ~ The Adventures of Pinocchio may
not be appropriate for children under the
age of 10. There are dark themes and some
mild language.
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STARRING (in alphabetical order)
James Royce Edwards, Lindsay W. Evans, Matthew
Henerson, Tommy Korn, Lexi Marman, Colin
O'Brien-Lux, Darrin Revitz, Vae,
and Amber Zion as "Pinocchio"
Meet the Cast - Read their bios
PRODUCTION
TEAM
Scenic Design Evan Bartoletti
Associate Scenic Designer/Specialty Hats Lisa Lechuga
Lighting Design James L.
Moody
Sound Design & Music Composition Joe Cerqua
Costume Design Ann Closs-Farley
Make-up, Hair & Wig Design Carol F. Doran
Property Master Alexandra
Dunn
ASL Master Linda Bove
Technical Director Jason
Dino
Publicist Lucy Pollak
Casting Michael Donovan, CSA
Production Stage Manager William Coiner
Assistant Stage Manager Casey Hamilton
Associate Producer David
Kurs
Producer Laura Hill
Artistic
Director for Deaf West Theatre Ed
Waterstreet
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SPECIAL OFFERS
ASL Nights - February 24, March 3 & March 4 (arrive @ 7:30pm)
Arrive 30 minutes early to get a short lesson in ASL (American Sign Language) and signs in the production
$15
Student Nights - March 3, 10 & 17
$15 Rush (aka "day of") tickets are available for students on Thursdays March 1, 10 and 17. Arrive 30 minutes prior to performance. Must show valid student ID. These tickets are not available for pre-purchase. Quantity is limited!
Got
a question for an actor?
Join us post performance for a TALKBACK with the artists on Saturday, March 5 at 2pm or and Sunday, March 13 at 2pm
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Group sales
and other production information
Call Deaf West Theatre offices at (818)
762-2773 Voice,
(866) 954-2986 VP or boxoffice@deafwest.org
Press Inquiries
Please contact
Lucy Pollack at lucy@lucypr.com or (818) 887-1499
Graphic
Design www.angelagraphix.com
Rights for this amateur performance license has been granted through the Judy Daish Associates Ltd, London, England.
Stay after the show for fun! Click here to learn more.
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MEET THE CAST
(in alphabetical order)
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James Royce Edwards (Rabbit of Death; Ringmaster, Voice of Pantaloon, Voice of Fox’s teacher, Voice of Raven, Ensemble) most recently played the title role in the regional premiere of Disney's Tarzan at the Tuacahn Amphitheater. He previously performed with Deaf West Theatre as Lewis in Pippin at Center Theatre Group’s Mark Taper Forum. National Tour, Broadway and off-Broadway credits include leads in Hairspray, Mamma Mia, All Shook Up, The Grinch, Altar Boyz, Wanda’s World, and Matthew Passion. Regional favorites include leading roles in Footloose, Forever Plaid, Joseph…Dreamcoat, Bye Bye Birdie and many others. Visit www.jamesroyceedwards.com |
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Lindsay W. Evans (Harlequin, Voice of Cat, Voice of Cricket, Voice of Lampwick, Ensemble) happily returns to the Deaf West stage, after appearing in last year’s production of My Sister in This House as the Voice of Lea. Favorite past productions include The Underpants (Louise), All My Sons (Anne)and Intiman Theatre’s The Diary of Anne Frank (Margot). Originally from Seattle, Lindsay received her BA in Theatre Arts from Western Washington University, where she also met and married her wonderful husband, Chad Evans. www.lindsaywevans.com. |
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Matthew Henerson (Geppetto, Puppetmaster) Theatre: Ahmanson, American Citizens’ Theatre, ACT, A Noise Within, Antaeus, Colony, East West Players, Furious Theatre Company, Independent Shakespeare, International City Theatre, La Jolla Playhouse, Main Street Theatre Company, Northern Stage, San Diego Repertory, San Jose Repertory, South Coast Repertory, and Shakespeare Festivals in Arizona, Colorado, Marin, San Francisco, Santa Cruz, Thousand Oaks, and Utah. Film and television: “Hung”, Disney’s “A Christmas Carol” and “Mars Needs Moms”, “Ticking Clock”, “The Bernie Mac Show.” |
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Tommy Korn (Pantaloon, Bird, Raven, Lampwick, Ensemble) is an actor and a runway fashion model. He has appeared in mega-hit FOX's “Glee” and co-starred in an award-winning film by ASLFilms's entitled “Black Sand”. He is not new on Deaf West Theatre scene, he recently performed in the family favorite Stories by Shel and last Fall’s showcase opener of ASImprov! He is currently the face of Russienor Spring 2010 Menswear collection and has walked for Banana Republic, ByMara and other designers. Recently, Tommy was featured in the 9th issue of KISSFIST magazine. He is also in regime as Mr. Deaf California Ambassador. |
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Lexi Marman (Cat, Girl, Ensemble) At the age of seven, Lexi booked her first Disneyland Commercial and was hooked. As a former Miss Deaf California, she graduated from CSUN in Television Production. She has appeared on "Without A Trace", "Glee" and currently performs as a Studio Tour Guide for Universal Studios. She was chosen as one of the ‘up and coming’ actresses to perform in the NBC/Universal Showcase. Lexi was nominated for Best Actress in the 168 film festival and co-starred in "Hamill," awarded ‘Best Breakthrough Audience Award’ at the AFI Film Festival. This is Lexi's first Deaf West production and she is thrilled to be engaging in her first love, performing on stage! www.Leximarman.com |
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Colin O'Brien-Lux (Signer for Geppetto & Puppet Master, ensemble) is a recent graduate from UCLA's school of Theater Film and Television. He attained his B.A. in Theater with an emphasis on acting in June 2010. Colin is thrilled to be making his debut with Deaf West Theater, as working with this company has been one of his life goals. Colin would like to thank his mother for introducing him to sign language, his father for all of his encouragement, his friends for their humor, and most importantly you for taking an interest in the live experience. |
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Darrin Revitz (Voice of Pinocchio) is honored to return to Deaf West Theatre after last appearing in My Sister in This House. Broadway: Linda Eder at The Palace. Regional: The First Jo-el, Scary Musical, Last Night of Ballyhoo, Big: The Musical, Assassins (LADCC Award, Best Ensemble), Zanna Don’t! (LADCC Award, Best Ensemble), Tartuffe, Beaverquest!, Twist, The Beastly Bombing (LA Weekly Award, Best Musical), Mommy! Mommy!,The Bubbly Film/TV: “Holding On To Violence”, “The Middle Man”, “Sweet Nothing in My Ear”, “Freshman University”, “Girl’s Club” and “The Chelsea Handler Show”. BFA Syracuse University, BADA. Proud member of AEA. Love to Mom, Pa, Josh and Jamie. For GC. www.darrinrevitz.com |
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Vae (Cricket, Fox, Ensemble) is a native of South Dakota and now rooted in California, living in North Hollywood. She has been performing since the age of 6 where her first TV idols were Lucille Ball and Carol Burnett (all with red hair like her!) She has performed numerous times at Gallaudet University including her debut as the Witch in Wizard of Oz and as part of the Fairmount Theatre of the Deaf in Ohio. There, she performed for three years, traveling with the company to the Czech Republic and Jordan. Vae is a recipient of the prestigious Irene Ryan Acting Scholarship. She can be seen in various roles on television and film. |
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Amber Zion (Pinocchio) is thrilled to be working with Deaf West Theatre again. Her most recent production with Deaf West was My Sister in this House last spring as Lea Papin. She was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and developed a strong passion for acting at the age of 5. An accomplished stage actor, Amber has appeared in numerous theater productions in college and off Broadway. Amber recently made her debut in national commercials. She worked on the Kay Jeweler's Christmas 2008/09 campaign. She also appeared on CBS's “CSI:NY” in the episode entitled “Silent Night”. All my love to Ari, my family and friends. |
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