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NEWS RELEASE ▪︎ THE 11:11 IN WEST HOLLYWOOD SET TO OPEN ON SATURDAY 6/2 at 8pm ▪︎ “GOOD VIBES LIVE”

SET TO OPEN IN WEST HOLLYWOOD

PREMIERE ENTERTAINMENT EVENT

GOOD VIBES LIVE

SATURDAY, JUNE 2 AT 8PM

The 11:11, a new performance venue in the heart of West Hollywood, will officially open its doors on Saturday, June 2, at 8pm. The theatre’s debut entertainment event, Good Vibes Live, will feature music, comedy, magic, dance, and art.

Set to participate in this celebratory evening are (in alphabetical order) LA-based rhythmic experimental funk band Black Cat Majestik, electro-rock new wave band Chow Chow Mandy, LA’s own America’s Got Talent finalists Diavolo Dance Company, LA-based singer/songwriter Stephen James, comedian Diana Kawasaki, spoken word artist Marquesha Babers, writer/funnyman Rick Najera, award-winning magician Robert Ramirez, San Diego-based singer/songwriter Alexa Villa, actor/singer Devon Werkheiser, and LA-based improv troupe Jacob Womack/The Dragons. All appearances are subject to availability.

Founded in the early 70s and originally called the Globe Playhouse, the space was renamed the Macha Theatre in 2000. Now, under the ownership of theatre and film production company An 11:11 Experience, the venue is expanding beyond traditional theatre to include live music, comedy, pop-up art-exhibits, film screenings, and private events.

Good Vibes Live tickets are on sale at www.the1111space.com. The 11:11 is located at 1107 N. Kings Road in West Hollywood, 90069.

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05/30/18

NEWS RELEASE ▪︎ COLONY THEATRE ANNOUNCES “IT’S SHOWTIME!” ▪︎ August – November, 2018

THE COLONY THEATRE
ANNOUNCES FIVE–SHOW SERIES
IT’S SHOWTIME!
AUGUST – NOVEMBER, 2018

DORIS AND ME
A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO DORIS DAY
STARRING SCOTT DREIER

SUBURBAN SHOWGIRL
STARRING PALMER DAVIS

HAVE SEVERAL SEATS
STARRING CARLIE CRAIG

SIGNING THE SONG
STARRING WILLIAM MARTINEZ 

CHICO’S ANGELS
LA’S FAVORITE PARODY OF CHARLIE’S ANGELS

Colony Theatre in Burbank has announced a second season of It’s Showtime!, a five-show series featuring entertainment ranging from concerts to comedy and parody. The series is designed to provide something for arts lovers of all ages.

First up is Doris and Me, a joyful celebration of the music, life, and career of Doris Day and one man’s quirky obsession with America’s sweetheart. In his multiple-year Eddon Award-winning and BroadwayWorld.com’s Critics Choice performance, Scott Dreier transports audiences and guides them on a nostalgic sentimental journey. If you’re a Doris Day fan, this is a must-see; if you have yet to be introduced to this timeless legend, you’ll be a devotee by the end of this uplifting, tuneful, funny, and loving musical tribute. Directed by Ovation Award-winner Richard Israel. Runs August 9, 11 and 12.

Next is Suburban ShowgirlPalmer Davis stars in this hilarious and heartfelt tour-de-force about the life of the professional dancer Wendy Walker, who finds her perfectly choreographed life spinning out of control. Singing and dancing non-stop, Davis plays over 18 characters that will take audiences deep into the unpredictable journey of a dancer’s life. Suburban Showgirl is a dramatic musical comedy that will delight and inspire audiences of all ages. Runs September 13–16.

In Have Several SeatsCarlie Craig (MADtvFirst Impressions with Dana Carvey, MTV’s Todrick) performs original comedic songs, celebrity impressions, and musical parodies all woven together with her side-splitting stand-up. The show highlights the highs and lows of her first five years in Los Angeles — between working as a personal assistant, starring on a short-lived reboot of an iconic sketch show, all while supporting herself as a party princess, Carlie has endless stories to tell and you won’t want to miss a single one. Runs September 27–30.

Through ASL (American Sign Language) paired with singing, William Martinez’s Signing the Song shares the true story of a boy who grew up in a deaf household with little exposure to TV, radio, or movies. Because of his incredible 8th grade music teacher and the love and support of his parents, he came out of his silent world and discovered his voice through music. ASL and song lyrics meld together into a beautiful unique art form. This solo show celebrates the incredible impact educators and parents have on each child’s life, regardless of their struggles. Music composed and arranged by David Bawiec. Runs November 1–4.

Concluding the series will be Chico’s Angels, a live comedy production that parodies the 1976–1981 television series Charlie’s Angels. Three of LA’s favorite drag queens star in the title roles —  Kay Sedia (Oscar Quintero), Chita Parol (Ray Garcia), and Frieda Laye (Danny Casillas). LA Weekly called the show, “a riotous comedy.” And TMZ noted that, “The shows have become a cult favorite and received rave reviews.”  This special enhanced episode, Chico’s Angels 5-0 “Waikiki Chicas,” is one hurricane of a case! After Hula dancers have gone missing from Waikiki’s hottest night club The Hula Ho, the girls go undercover in grass skirts, coconut bikinis, and cha-cha pumps to solve the case. Runs November 15–18.

Admission for all shows is $35 and tickets may be purchased online at www.colonytheatre.org or by phone at (866) 811-4111. The Colony Theatre is located at 555 N. Third Street (between Cyprus and Magnolia) in Burbank, 91502. Ample free onsite parking is available.

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05/30/18

 

NEWS RELEASE ▪︎ AMY WALLER’S “GLORIA” SET FOR HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL

VINTAGE COLLECTIVE PRESENTS

GLORIA

WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY 

AMY WALLER

IN THE

2018 HOLLYWOOD FRINGE FESTIVAL

FIVE PERFORMANCES ONLY

JUNE 3, 9, 16, 17, 21

  

GLORIA.jpegVintage Collective announced today that following an acclaimed run in New Zealand, writer/performer Amy Waller will bring her acclaimed solo show Gloria to the Hollywood Fringe Festival for five performances only at the Lounge Theatre beginning June 3 at 8pm.

Performance dates and times are as follows — Sunday 6/3 at 8pm; Saturday 6/9 at 10pm; Saturday 6/16 at 8pm; Sunday 6/17 at 4pm; and Thursday 6/21 at 10pm.

Gloria follows the heartache, secrets, and bravery of New Zealand war bride Gloria Schmidt, whose marriage to an American serviceman made waves when she stood against the tide regardless of social disapproval. A fascinating and fearless solo show that leaps into flickering war-time romances, swing time dance halls, and sons lost to foreign fields. Based on a true story. Running time is 60 minutes.

Said Keeping Up with New Zealand, “Waller’s subtlety in portraying such a strong character shines through … visually and stylistically this production is extremely engaging and fascinating … a truly inspiring story.” 

Amy Waller was born and raised in New Zealand by her Cincinnati-born parents. She received her acting training at Toi Whakaari: New Zealand Drama School and then worked as a series regular on the NZ dramedy Amazing Extraordinary Friends along with a variety of other leading roles in NZ and Australian television, film, and theatre. She successfully toured two shows around NZ which she wrote and performed in. Her three-woman comedy show Death by Cheerleader was nominated for and won several comedy awards. She is now based in LA where she continues to train in an all-female advanced comedy class, as well as improv, scene study, and dance. Her recent US acting credits include working alongside Jason Jones as the Christian sister pop group member Kylie Lee on TBS’s The Detour (created by Samantha Bee), and Lisbeth on ABC’s new Marvel series, Runaways.

The Hollywood Fringe Festival is an annual, open-access, community-derived event celebrating freedom of expression and collaboration in the performing arts community. Each June during the Hollywood Fringe, the arts infiltrate the Hollywood neighborhood: fully equipped theaters, parks, clubs, churches, restaurants and other unexpected places host hundreds of productions by local, national, and international arts companies and independent performers.

Tickets for Gloria are $15 and may be purchased online at www.hff18.org/5317 or by phone at (323) 455-4585. The Lounge Theatre is located at 6201 Santa Monica Boulevard in Hollywood, 90038.

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05/29/18