Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Back and to the Future
This next season features some things old and some things new. It also involves a thing or two borrowed and most likely something blue. But, remarkably, there isn't a wedding in the mix.
IF's 2007-2008 season takes us from Valparaiso to a diner at the corner of the universe, where the maligned of the bible bemoan the way they've been short-changed. It also takes us from a gritty rustbelt town in Pennsylvania to the heavens where a couple of angels are helping out the big guy trying to make sure that there is enough variety and equity in the world he is creating.
Out of the gate will be a return of crowd and critical favorite, Valparaiso by Don DeLillo. This show explores the peculiar nature of fame and the disconnections we have in the modern age. If you've read DeLillo's White Noise, you'll recognize his concern about our post-modern age as explored in this story about a guy who becomes famous simply because of a series of wrong turns.
Our second slot continues Icarus Falling's commitment to new works and short form plays with two one acts by IF ensemble members, Robin A. Harris and Allan Ross. Robin's script asks why some of the most maligned figures in the Bible were. Is it really fair that Ham is the bad guy because he saw mom and dad in their all over? Allan takes us on a quest to see if we could or should go back in time and fix our mistakes.
Continuing a focus on cronyism, er, I mean, new works, the third show of the season feature a full-length play by IF ensemble members, Kevin L. Knights and Laura Croff. This marks Laura's writing debut with IF and firmly cements Kevin as our resident playwright with his fourth original work. Their story explores past mistakes and the need to balance the ledger as two friends continue struggle with a decision made long ago. Etburg explores whether anyone really gets away with anything.
We close out next season with another crowd pleaser, Parallel Lives by Mo Gaffney and Kathy Najimy. This reunites Laura Croff and Sara Frank as they explore the world through Kathy and Mo's sketch comedy. From a smokey honky tonk to a new age vegan performance space restaurant the two careen from stereotypes and expectations to understanding and a few laughs.
No, we're still not sure when or where these productions will be occurring, but we are certain that they will be coming to Lansing and challenging audiences for yet another year.
IF's 2007-2008 season takes us from Valparaiso to a diner at the corner of the universe, where the maligned of the bible bemoan the way they've been short-changed. It also takes us from a gritty rustbelt town in Pennsylvania to the heavens where a couple of angels are helping out the big guy trying to make sure that there is enough variety and equity in the world he is creating.
Out of the gate will be a return of crowd and critical favorite, Valparaiso by Don DeLillo. This show explores the peculiar nature of fame and the disconnections we have in the modern age. If you've read DeLillo's White Noise, you'll recognize his concern about our post-modern age as explored in this story about a guy who becomes famous simply because of a series of wrong turns.
Our second slot continues Icarus Falling's commitment to new works and short form plays with two one acts by IF ensemble members, Robin A. Harris and Allan Ross. Robin's script asks why some of the most maligned figures in the Bible were. Is it really fair that Ham is the bad guy because he saw mom and dad in their all over? Allan takes us on a quest to see if we could or should go back in time and fix our mistakes.
Continuing a focus on cronyism, er, I mean, new works, the third show of the season feature a full-length play by IF ensemble members, Kevin L. Knights and Laura Croff. This marks Laura's writing debut with IF and firmly cements Kevin as our resident playwright with his fourth original work. Their story explores past mistakes and the need to balance the ledger as two friends continue struggle with a decision made long ago. Etburg explores whether anyone really gets away with anything.
We close out next season with another crowd pleaser, Parallel Lives by Mo Gaffney and Kathy Najimy. This reunites Laura Croff and Sara Frank as they explore the world through Kathy and Mo's sketch comedy. From a smokey honky tonk to a new age vegan performance space restaurant the two careen from stereotypes and expectations to understanding and a few laughs.
No, we're still not sure when or where these productions will be occurring, but we are certain that they will be coming to Lansing and challenging audiences for yet another year.
Monday, July 09, 2007
Home Is Where...
They say home is where the heart is, but sometimes that can't be the case.
We've completed a difficult season and now we've earned the opportunity to plan for the next. Unfortunately, part of that planning is finding a new home. Things continue to be in flux for the Creole Gallery, which is completely understandable, but heartbreaking. So, now we find ourselves gypsies searching for a locale that fits us, our shows and our personality.
There are numerous locales that we could use, but it is difficult to find one that doesn't feel like an ill-fitting suit or staying at the in-laws.
We're trying to find a space that would allow us to continue being part of the Old Town experience, but there just doesn't seem to be the space available.
Other spots would allow us to perform, but they don't seem to be spots that help us to build a community dialogue or collaborate with our neighbors to benefit Lansing.
Well, enough whining.
If anyone knows of a space that would make a good home for IF, then please drop us a line or give us a call.
We've completed a difficult season and now we've earned the opportunity to plan for the next. Unfortunately, part of that planning is finding a new home. Things continue to be in flux for the Creole Gallery, which is completely understandable, but heartbreaking. So, now we find ourselves gypsies searching for a locale that fits us, our shows and our personality.
There are numerous locales that we could use, but it is difficult to find one that doesn't feel like an ill-fitting suit or staying at the in-laws.
We're trying to find a space that would allow us to continue being part of the Old Town experience, but there just doesn't seem to be the space available.
Other spots would allow us to perform, but they don't seem to be spots that help us to build a community dialogue or collaborate with our neighbors to benefit Lansing.
Well, enough whining.
If anyone knows of a space that would make a good home for IF, then please drop us a line or give us a call.
