SPOTLIGHT!

"I think the theatre is as essential to civilization as safe, pure water." This quote is attributed to Vanessa Redgrave in The Redgraves: A Family Epic; and I couldn't agree more. Theatre provides a safe venue for self-discovery and expression. Theatrical works offer lessons on history and society. Foremost, theatre allows for creativity to bloom. It has been argued that society cannot move forward without creative people. It has been our mission for 91 years to nurture the expression, lessons and creativity that theatre provides. Thank you for your continued support of our efforts and endeavors.

Read on for upcoming workshops, readings, special guests and performances that are the result of our Board, Staff and Committee members' dedication, expression and creativity.

Warmest regards,

Caitlin Rowe

A2CT Board President

Thank you to all our Giving Tuesday donors!

Your support means so much to us, especially now.

If you missed Giving Tuesday, we are continuing our fundraising efforts with our Annual Appeal, which we are beginning this week, so please keep an eye on your E- and Postal mailboxes.

Visit Santa in the comfort of your own home! Ann Arbor Civic Theatre is providing an opportunity for kids to have a Zoom call with Santa. You will receive a screenshot of the visit to keep in your memory book. Appointments are just $10 each!

Want to visit Santa but are unable to pay for a ticket? Interested in providing a family the opportunity for a Zoom call? Contact Wendy at stellecielo@yahoo.com to learn more about scholarship and sponsorship opportunities.

BUY YOUR TICKET HERE!

A2CT will host a free, virtual workshop on Shakespearean in performance on Saturday, January 9th, from 1-4 PM via Zoom. This workshop is open to those ages 18 and up. Advance registration is required.

In Shakespeare in Performance, director and educator Kat Walsh will offer concrete strategies for understanding and performing Shakespearean text. We will work collectively from one monologue on text analysis and understanding, rhythm, sound, and meter. You can then apply the tools we learn when performing Shakespeare. Please wear clothes you can move in and bring a paper/pen. This workshop is for actors of all experience levels (beginning actors are welcome) and please note this will be a highly interactive session.

We’re hosting a group reading of the Christmas Eve comedy Reckless, by Craig Lucas, on December 11 at 7pm via Zoom. All are welcome to sign up to read a part in this wacky adventure that follows a woman as she flees from her home after being told by her husband that he took a contract out on her life. The event moderator is Cassie Mann, who will assign parts (primarily first-come, first serve). Each participant will receive a PDF of the play in advance. Registration is required, and the event is limited to 15 participants. Register HERE and you will receive instructions, the role(s) you are assigned, and a PDF of the script. For more information or questions, email manager@a2ct.org.

A2CT is hosting a reading of three new works by local playwrights on January 22 at 7pm via Zoom. Roles will be filled prior to the reading; however, you may also attend as an audience member for the readings, and participate in a virtual lobby with the playwrights, directors, and actors after.

For those interested in roles, please click HERE for more information.

If you are interested in attending the reading and virtual lobby as an audience member, please register HERE.

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