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To honor the wonderful history of ARTC, we are thrilled to present the 2023-2024 Season Celebrating our 50th Anniversary!
The 50th Anniversary Reading Series: Readings of Seven Full-Length Plays, all developed recently in the ARTC Workshop.
A Spring Showcase of "Cocktail Theater" in a salon-like setting,
AND to cap it all off, a special presentation of our founder Elizabeth Perry's newly revised "A Homeless Fable," with a complete score.
A Spring Showcase of "Cocktail Theater" in a salon-like setting,
AND to cap it all off, a special presentation of our founder Elizabeth Perry's newly revised "A Homeless Fable," with a complete score.
HELP US MAKE ALL THIS POSSIBLE
The Karl Kemp Performance Space at the
📍 Balance Arts Center, 151 W. 30th St., 3rd floor; 7:00pm
📍 Balance Arts Center, 151 W. 30th St., 3rd floor; 7:00pm
Plays in the Fall lineup
Thursday, October 19, 7 pm
THE RIMSKY-FOGELMAN
by Andrew R. Heinze
THE RIMSKY-FOGELMAN
by Andrew R. Heinze
Thursday, November 2, 7 pm
THE DOCENT
by Donna Kaz
THE DOCENT
by Donna Kaz
Thursday, November 16, 7 pm
FILTHY MONSTERS
by Michael John McGoldrick
FILTHY MONSTERS
by Michael John McGoldrick
Play Readings Coming in FEBRUARY/MARCH, 2024
DATES, AND LOCATION TBA:
DATES, AND LOCATION TBA:
THE NIGHT THE OCEAN MET THE BAY
by Elisabeth Karlin
by Elisabeth Karlin
IDEE FIXE
by Joe Sutton
by Joe Sutton
THEY ALL STAY WITH YOU
by Josh Drimmer
by Josh Drimmer
SAMARITANS
by Bob Clyman
by Bob Clyman
In April/May, Come to our Salon for "Cocktail Theater!"
Meet exciting characters through short plays, songs, poems and monologues as you sip a cocktail!
Meet exciting characters through short plays, songs, poems and monologues as you sip a cocktail!
And IN JUNE, we wrap up our 50th Anniversary Season back with our founder,
the wonderful Elizabeth Perry and a special fundraiser presenting her musical, "A Homeless Fable"
the wonderful Elizabeth Perry and a special fundraiser presenting her musical, "A Homeless Fable"
Past Productions
2022/23 season
FASTENED TO THE MOON
By Linda Kampley
Directed by Kathleen Swan
By Linda Kampley
Directed by Kathleen Swan
2019 Kaufman Winner - FASTENED TO THE MOON - A "wild, thought-provoking ride" set in the early 70's on the West Coast of Florida, featuring noble astronauts, diligent lawmen, a drug-smuggling sociopath and an innocent young woman who may soon be arrested - or perhaps murdered.
LOVE, SEX and REAL ESTATE
By Bill Cosgriff
Directed by John D. McNally
By Bill Cosgriff
Directed by John D. McNally
LOVE, SEX and REAL ESTATE - The hilarious story of a dysfunctional family's search for the perfect brownstone while dealing with adultery, divorce, jealousy, modern art, teen-age angst - and ice dancing!
2021/22 season
2019/20 Season
Actors: Stephen Axelrod*, Catharine Boyd*, Joseph Capone*, Bill Cosgriff*, JJ Parkey, Petra Denison, Frank Hankey*, Linda Kampley*,
Bernard Rachelle*, Kathleen Swan*, Donna Wandrey*.
Directors: Stephanie Anderson, Joseph Capone, Marc Castle, Michael McGoldrick, Janet Sarno, Kathleen Swan
*AEA
Bernard Rachelle*, Kathleen Swan*, Donna Wandrey*.
Directors: Stephanie Anderson, Joseph Capone, Marc Castle, Michael McGoldrick, Janet Sarno, Kathleen Swan
*AEA
2018/19 season
May 23 - June 8, 2019
Theatre 54
244 W. 54th St. 12th Floor
Theatre 54
244 W. 54th St. 12th Floor
Read our article on Broadway World here: Broadwayworld.com
While Clyman’s characters would probably agree that there are some things for which one should wait, seeing this excellent, memorably acted production is not one of them...John R. Ziegler and Leah Richards, Thinking Theater NYC
This is a must see and you will delight in the struggle so excellently portrayed in this slice of life that will stay with you long after you leave the theater....Ronni Burns, eljnyc.com
The narrative was compelling and the portrayals were sensitively handled. This is a work worth seeing and watching where it goes next… All the performers deserve kudos for their portrayals… The three leading characters are written with nuance and depth...Walter Thinnes Blog
This is a must see and you will delight in the struggle so excellently portrayed in this slice of life that will stay with you long after you leave the theater....Ronni Burns, eljnyc.com
The narrative was compelling and the portrayals were sensitively handled. This is a work worth seeing and watching where it goes next… All the performers deserve kudos for their portrayals… The three leading characters are written with nuance and depth...Walter Thinnes Blog
As you enjoy yourself in a cozy neighborhood tavern's upstairs room, expect to encounter some "real characters," each with his/her unique voice and story. Some are hilarious, some heart-breaking, some profound and some profane -- but nothing will stop the men and women of "Fast Food Voices" from having their voices heard & you will be greatly rewarded for listening...
This is immersive theater without a formal "curtain," but expect performances to begin approximately 8pm evenings and 3pm on Saturday. Please plan to come early and/or stay late to have a drink and mingle.
This is immersive theater without a formal "curtain," but expect performances to begin approximately 8pm evenings and 3pm on Saturday. Please plan to come early and/or stay late to have a drink and mingle.
Mark Levine’s FAST FOOD VOICES are vignettes of troubled people with some amusing and not so amusing problems: The stories come at you fast and furious in the cozy Irish Bar: Ryan’s Daughter. The cast maintain their characters in a very conversational way as they talk straight to the audience. It is so organic that I didn’t feel like I was in a play at all.
This is a very pleasant way to spend an evening...Eva Heinemann, Hi! Drama
Can't compliment everyone involved in the project enough. You were blessed to have actors with just the right kind of courage, generosity, and insight into the gentle lives of the portraits you've captured...Hamilton Clancy, Producing Artistic Director, The Drilling Company Theatrical Productions
This is a very pleasant way to spend an evening...Eva Heinemann, Hi! Drama
Can't compliment everyone involved in the project enough. You were blessed to have actors with just the right kind of courage, generosity, and insight into the gentle lives of the portraits you've captured...Hamilton Clancy, Producing Artistic Director, The Drilling Company Theatrical Productions
Refreshments Served - Admission Free - Donations Gratefully Accepted
Seating is Limited - First Come, First Served
Bruce Mitchell Room
520 8th Ave., 3rd Floor
Seating is Limited - First Come, First Served
Bruce Mitchell Room
520 8th Ave., 3rd Floor
2017/18 Season
Directors
Bill Cosgriff, Dale Davidson, Josh Drimmer, Janet Sarno, Bob Quinn, Kathleen Swan
Actors
Deb Armelino*, Loren Bidner*, Carla Brandberg*, Joseph Capone*, Samantha Rivers Cole,
Richard Craven*, Frank Hankey*, Dianna Jones, Daniel Kirby, Kam Metcalf*, Anne Newhall*,
Chris Price, Bob Quinn, Eileen Roehm, James Rutledge*, Kathleen Swan*
*AEA
Bill Cosgriff, Dale Davidson, Josh Drimmer, Janet Sarno, Bob Quinn, Kathleen Swan
Actors
Deb Armelino*, Loren Bidner*, Carla Brandberg*, Joseph Capone*, Samantha Rivers Cole,
Richard Craven*, Frank Hankey*, Dianna Jones, Daniel Kirby, Kam Metcalf*, Anne Newhall*,
Chris Price, Bob Quinn, Eileen Roehm, James Rutledge*, Kathleen Swan*
*AEA
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June 3, 2018 at 6pm
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Join us for our Sunday Workshop
An informal reading of a work-in-progress. Refreshments and feedback to follow. Tin Foil by Anita Keal Directed by Joseph Capone Featuring Loren Bidner*, Catharine Boyd*, Marc Castle*, Meghan Crosby, Alexandra Curran, Nick Garr*, Janet Sarno*, Suzanne Toren* *AEA The Bruce Mitchell Room 520 8th Ave. 3rd Floor |
Humorous, often suspenseful and well-observed are the six short plays. Collectively the plays and poems are a quite enjoyable and entertaining experience and a wonderful showcase for the company of talented actors"...Darryl Reilly, theaterscene.net
...what makes this show unique is the mission of the American Renaissance Theater Company: to develop “new works by a multi-generational company of professional playwrights, actors and directors.”...Ken Kaisser, Theater Is Easy
I was able to easily enjoy and appreciate some of the gems in Look Me in the Eyes. There is enough talent and there are enough funny moments in this production that make it worth going to see...Anthony Piccione, On Stage
...what makes this show unique is the mission of the American Renaissance Theater Company: to develop “new works by a multi-generational company of professional playwrights, actors and directors.”...Ken Kaisser, Theater Is Easy
I was able to easily enjoy and appreciate some of the gems in Look Me in the Eyes. There is enough talent and there are enough funny moments in this production that make it worth going to see...Anthony Piccione, On Stage
Read our article on Broadway World here: BroadwayWorld.com
WinterWorks2018: LOOK ME IN THE EYES
Producers
Kathleen Swan, Carla Brandberg and Mark Levine
Directors
Elowyn Castle**, Bill Cosgriff, Kathleen Swan
Cast
Catharine Boyd*, Alexandra Curran, Judy Frank*, Megan Greener, Daniel Kirby,
James Nugent*, James Rutledge*, Kathleen Swan*, Marie Wallace*
Scenic and Lighting Design
Leah Cohen
Production Stage Manager
Whitney Dearden*
Publicity
Scotti Rhodes
*AEA, **SDC
WinterWorks2018: LOOK ME IN THE EYES
Producers
Kathleen Swan, Carla Brandberg and Mark Levine
Directors
Elowyn Castle**, Bill Cosgriff, Kathleen Swan
Cast
Catharine Boyd*, Alexandra Curran, Judy Frank*, Megan Greener, Daniel Kirby,
James Nugent*, James Rutledge*, Kathleen Swan*, Marie Wallace*
Scenic and Lighting Design
Leah Cohen
Production Stage Manager
Whitney Dearden*
Publicity
Scotti Rhodes
*AEA, **SDC
Directed by Alfredo Narciso
Featuring
Bill Cosgriff*, Ralph Pochoda*, Margo Hammond*, Frank Hankey* and Dianna Lauren Jones
*AEA
You are invited to be part of the developmental process!
Your feedback will be incorporated into the second reading
and inform the further development of the play.
Join us for one or both readings!
The Directors Studio at The Directors Company
311 W. 43rd St. 4th Floor
Featuring
Bill Cosgriff*, Ralph Pochoda*, Margo Hammond*, Frank Hankey* and Dianna Lauren Jones
*AEA
You are invited to be part of the developmental process!
Your feedback will be incorporated into the second reading
and inform the further development of the play.
Join us for one or both readings!
The Directors Studio at The Directors Company
311 W. 43rd St. 4th Floor
The American Renaissance Theater Company
proudly presents
The Jerry Kaufman Award Developmental Readings Workshop
proudly presents
The Jerry Kaufman Award Developmental Readings Workshop
You are invited to be part of the developmental process!
Your feedback will be incorporated into the second reading
and inform the further development of the play.
Join us for one or both readings,
directed by Elowyn Castle**
and featuring
Erik Baker*, Carla Brandberg*, Dylan Martin Frankel, Joseph Medeiros*, Kam Metcalf* and James Reade Venable*
**SDC *AEA
Your feedback will be incorporated into the second reading
and inform the further development of the play.
Join us for one or both readings,
directed by Elowyn Castle**
and featuring
Erik Baker*, Carla Brandberg*, Dylan Martin Frankel, Joseph Medeiros*, Kam Metcalf* and James Reade Venable*
**SDC *AEA
2016/2017 season
