The Holiday comedy The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Ginna Hoben
Performances are Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. from November 24 through December 17, 2023, at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space (140 S 140th St, Burien, WA 98168) - free parking and entrance around the back of the building - follow the signs!
(Masks are required at all performances. Don't have a mask? BAT will give you one!)
Mary’s engagement falls apart—just in time for the holidays. When her foray into a year of hilarious and strange dates threatens to get her down for good, can the earnestness of youth give her a fresh outlook on life and love? See a solo actor portray all of the characters in this hilarious and heartwarming holiday show.
Contains some adult language and adult content.
DIRECTED BY:
Maggie Larrick and Rochelle Flynn.
CAST:
This is a one-person show.
Mary - Devin Rodger
The show runs approx. 80-90 minutes with no intermission.
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BAT dedicates the run of The Twelve Dates of Christmas to the memory of its Board President, Scott Gifford, who was taken from us too soon. Scott led BAT through the fire, the loss of our venue at the Annex, and was spearheading BAT's dive to build a 300-seat performing and visual arts venue in South King County. His gentle nature and drive are deeply missed.
Trouble in Mind, from February 9, 2024, through March 3, 2024 - Fridays at Saturdays at 8, Sundays at 2, (no performance on Friday, February 23, 2024) at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space (140 S 140th St, Burien, WA 98168) - free parking and entrance around the back of the building - follow the signs!
Ticket prices are $25 for general admission, $20 for Seniors and active military, and $5 for students. Get your tickets ONLINE AT THIS LINK, or at the box office the day of the show.
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Join us for post-show discussions after the Sunday, February 18 and 25 performances.
Trouble in Mind a comedy-drama by Alice Childress debuted Off-Broadway in 1955. It was awarded an Obie Award in 1956 for best original Off-Broadway production, making her the first African-American woman to win an Obie. Trouble in Mind was “re-discovered” and had its Broadway premiere on November 18, 2021. Join us to see what makes this play worth attending 70 years after it was written!
A talented and experienced Black actress has been cast in Chaos in Belleville, an anti-lynching play set to open on Broadway. She had paid her dues throughout the years, playing stereotypical supporting roles in second-rate shows, and is ready for her star turn. Chaos in Belleville, written by a White playwright, might not be quite as enlightened a piece as she's been hoping for — but that doesn't mean it won't sell out.
And selling out is the question at the heart of Alice Childress's comedy-drama, set in 1957. A cast of multigenerational Black actors rehearse under the purview of a White director and stage manager, and as the rehearsal process unfolds, theater conventions and racial politics collide.
Run Time: 2 hours and 10 minutes, including one intermission.
Contains some adult language and adult content, including the N-word.
Directed by Jasmine Lomax
Cast
Wiletta Mayer Michelle Blackmon
Henry Greg Michaels
John Nevins Hebron Solomon
Millie Davis Star Wynn
Judy Sears Rebecca Reeder
Sheldon Forrester Seyvon West
Al Manners Anthony Winkler
Eddie Fenton Eddy Bingham
Bill O’Wray Ian McIntire
Stage Manager, Heather Bernadette
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Red, by
April 12 through May 5, 2024. (No performance on Sunday, April 28, 2024.) - Fridays at Saturdays at 8, Sundays at 2, at the Kennedy Catholic High School theater space (140 S 140th St, Burien, WA 98168) - free parking and entrance around the back of the building - follow the signs!
On Sunday, April 21, 2024, the understudy (Colin Madison) will perform the role of Ken.
(Masks are required at all performances. Don't have a mask? BAT will give you one!)
Winner of the 2010 Tony Award for Best Play, Red takes us into the mind of abstract expressionist Mark Rothko, for whom paintings are “pulsating” life forces and art is intended to stop the heart. Raw and provocative, but with snippets of humor, Red chronicles the tormented painter’s two-year struggle to complete a lucrative set of murals for Manhattan’s exclusive Four Seasons restaurant, and his fraught relationship with a seemingly naïve young assistant, who must choose between appeasing his mentor—and changing the course of art history.
A little background on Mark Rothko.
The story behind Red, Mark Rothko's Seagram Murals.
Review: "It is astounding that there is not a single moment that falls flat in the entire 100-minute run." B-town Blog LINK.
Review: "It’s not exactly a light play, and it’ll surely make you think, but this production is so engaging and well performed, you’ll be happy to have been a part of it." The Sound on Stage LINK.
Review: "BAT’s production of Red is well-paced and never feels rushed, it never misses a beat." Westside Seattle LINK.
Review: "The production runs just over two hours and it’s worth every minute. Don’t miss it. Don’t miss it." The Suburban Times.
Run Time: 100 minutes, there is no intermission.
Contains some adult language.
Directed by:
Beau Prichard
Beau M.K. Prichard (Stage Director) was born in Australia, raised in New Zealand, and educated by Quakers in Oregon. Beau has frequently collaborated with Scott C. Brown, including on a previous version of Red at SecondStory Repertory, as well as Two Rooms, several productions of The Veteran's Day Project, and possibly the most aggressively unpleasant version of the Christmas Carol ever staged. Beau is very grateful to be returning to BAT, where he has worked on The Letters, Dr. Frankenstein, and Rapture, Blister, Burn. Beau is also thrilled to be collaborating once again with his sister Rochelle, who designed the costumes for this production. Beau occasionally acts, and was recently seen in The Shawshank Redemption at Tacoma Little Theatre, where he has also created sound designs, most recently for Misery. Thank you for coming to the show. Beau is grateful to his friends and family for their support, and is grateful to you for coming to live theatre.
Cast:
Mark Rothko Scott C. Brown
Scott C. Brown (Mark Rothko) is thrilled to be performing in his first production with BAT, long time listener, first time caller. He’s worked with most of the South Sound theatres, and favorite roles include Salieri in Amadeus; RP McMurphy in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest (Lakewood Playhouse); Lennie in Of Mice and Men (Stagedoor Productions); Father Flynn in Doubt (Gold from Straw); Bobby in the world premiere of Sins of the Mother, and Sheriff Heck Tate in To Kill a Mockingbird (Harlequin Productions). Film work includes: Depth, The Hollow One, A Bit of Bad Luck, and Scrapper, the TV pilot for Camp Abercorn, and he was in the final season of SyFy’s Z Nation. He has also been seen in local, regional and national commercials, and been heard in audio books, commercials, on the radio and other Voice Acting work. Scott received his theater degree from Western Oregon State College. Deepest thanks to Beau, Seamus, Mikey, Colin and crew/staff for ALL the support. And lastly, thank you to Katie for putting up with me being gone for so many nights so that I can do this crazy thing called theatre. And THANK YOU to the audience for supporting BAT and Live Theatre.
Understudy Michael Mendonsa
Michael Mendonsa (Mark Rothko understudy, Stage Crew) previously appeared at BAT in The Letters, Hardened Criminals, and in the title role in Ben Butler. He holds a BA in Theatre Arts from California State University at Fresno, and graduate degrees from The University of Iowa and Johns Hopkins University, where he worked with renowned playwright Edward Albee. His regional theatre work includes productions at Perseverance Theatre in Juneau, Alaska; Alaska Festival Theatre and Toast Theatre, both in Anchorage; and Los Altos Conservatory Theatre in California.
Ken Seamus C. Smith
Seamus C. Smith (Ken) is excited to be making his debut with Burien Actors Theatre! He is extremely grateful to be bringing to life one of his favorite pieces of theatre and getting to work with such a talented scene partner, director, and production team. He holds a BFA in Theatre Performance from CWU and is an actor, director and stage manager from Bothell, WA. His notable roles include Lefou in Beauty and the Beast (BPA), Somebody in Everybody (Central Theatre Ensemble), Man/Lord of the Underworld in Eurydice (CTE), Simon Bliss in Hay Fever (inD Theatre), and Jeff McCrackin in Kimberly Akimbo (As If Theatre). He wants to thank Emily and Kathryn for introducing him to this play, his family for continuing to support his dreams, and Josephine for her constant love and support! Special thank you to Jason Gingold for making this happen.
Understudy Colin Madison - will perform the role of Ken on April 21, 2024.
Colin Madison (Ken u/s) is thrilled to be returning to BAT after a few years dabbling in musicals elsewhere. He has most recently been seen in "RENT" and "Avenue Q" at Renton Civic Theatre. In addition to performing, Colin has been directing in the Seattle area for the past eight years, and co-founded STAGEright; which produced plays and musicals in the Capitol Hill neighborhood from 2009-2017. Special thanks to Beau for not writing me all the way off, to Astrid for putting up with me wandering around ranting into a little red book, and especially special thanks to Stef for the help, feedback, and amazing unwavering support. Enjoy the show!
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This Summer, BAT takes it to the Parks!
Fallen Angels a family-friendly comedy by the English playwright Noël Coward, adapted by Rachel Rene
When the love grows but the passion fizzles in Jane and Julia’s respective marriages, the two best friends freak over a sudden visit from the far-out Frenchman they both had flings with before marriage. Can these hilarious, chaos-causing chicks mellow out and get real? A family-friendly, totally ‘70s adaptation of the 1925 classic.
"Admission" is free! But bring a chair or blanket to sit on!
Support our local eateries. Dine out before or after, or bring takeout with you!
A special shout-out to the following wonderful sponsors for helping us bring Fallen Angels to the parks: The City of Burien, the City of Des Moines, the City of SeaTac, the City of Normandy Park, and 4Culture through the lodging tax.
REVIEW - "Fallen Angels” offers an entertaining hour spent outdoors on a summer evening." - B-Town Blog
BAT's last performance was blown away - the Waterland Blog story HERE.
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DIRECTED BY: Rachel Rene
Rachel Rene (she/her) (Stage Director) is a Seattle-based director, performer, and educator who has worked in the Pacific Northwest theatre scene for over 35 years. With a BA in Theatre Arts from Western Washington University, she is a theatrical jack-of-all-trades and loves every part of creating performance art. For almost a decade, Rachel Rene has traveled the U.S. as one of Living Voices’ teaching artists, bringing history to life for audiences of all ages, and she is currently BAT’s resident director and adapter for their summer parks shows (Thanks, Maggie & Eric!). She also works full-time as the Operations Manager for SilverKite® Community Arts. Rachel Rene sends all her love to her amazing Mama and her wonderful Honey.
Stage Manager: Emma R Catanzaro
Emma R Catanzaro (she/her/hers) (Stage Manager) is thrilled to be joining BAT for Fallen Angels! Emma's credits include: Seattle Repertory Theatre: Everything is Funny; and Macha Theatre Works: The Flight Before Xmas. Emma holds B.As in Theatre Arts and English from University of Puget Sound. In her free time, she enjoys cross stitch and a good book while irritating her elderly, three-legged cat. The same cat she would practice lines with incessantly as a teen; kudos to the cat for getting her through many years of rehearsals and performances. She sends her love to her friends and family for their consistent encouragement and support, but mostly to the cat.
Cast:
Julia Sterroll Prisca Kim
Prisca Kim (Julia) is delighted to take the stage as Julia Sterroll, marking a triumphant return to acting since her groundbreaking portrayal of a talking potato at her elementary school play. She brings a natural flair for both comedy and drama honed from years of navigating awkward social situations and impromptu performances in front of her bedroom mirror. Off stage, Prisca enjoys exploring new places, reading, writing, singing, and playing piano. After working ten years in the nonprofit field, she is now a therapist-in-training. She holds a steadfast belief in the transformative power of storytelling and feels privileged to be a part of that process.
Prisca is grateful to make her acting debut with BAT Theater and thanks the wonderful cast and crew for this memorable experience. She also extends her love to her partner Jeff and two children JJ and Hansol for their never-ending support, as well as her instructors and classmates at Freehold Theater for being a source of inspiration and encouragement in this adventure.
Fred Sterroll Gerald G. Price
Gerald Germajesty Price (Fred), a Chicago native, has dazzled the stage, commercials, and sound booths for over two decades. He honed his craft as an actor, vocalist, and voiceover artist with Infini Entertainment Company and ActOne Studios. Inducted into the International Thespian Society in 2005 (a title he swears came with a secret handshake), Gerald expanded his talents at Victory Gardens Theatre while simultaneously training under director Ann Witting. At Illinois State University, He tackled classical techniques like Meisner, Stanislavski, Method Acting, and Iambic Pentameter, earning a dual Bachelor of Science degree in Performance Theatre-Acting and Theatre Studies-Directing.
Not one to rest on his laurels, Gerald simultaneously pursued a career as a casting director, serving as Director of Talent Acquisition and Director of Talent Operations for various entertainment companies throughout the Midwest. With an MBA, two advanced diplomas, and seven certifications, Gerald is pursuing a Doctor of Business Administration in Global Leadership and Change Strategy. Balancing "show" and "business," Gerald epitomizes the modern Renaissance man—minus the tights.
Jane Banbury Kaylie Rainer
Kaylie Rainer (she/her) (Jane Banbury) is thrilled to be back onstage after a 4 year hiatus thanks to COVID-19 and becoming a mom! Kaylie teaches English Language Arts and Drama at Meeker MS in Tacoma, where she has directed 4 shows (so far!) She has her BA in Theatre (WWU, ‘11) and her MAE from PLU (‘16). She is a Tacoma School of the Arts alumna (‘07). Prior to quarantine, Kaylie was seen as Kate in Taming of the Shrew (Tol and Smol), Dorine in Tartuffe, Corinna in Lysistrata, Smeraldina in The Servant of Two Masters, and Robin in Doctor Faustus (New Muses), Witch #2 in Macbeth and Mrs. Michaelis in The Great Gatsby (TLT), Flask in Moby Dick and Rooster in Bluebeard (Assemblage Theatre) and in BAT’S all-female production of Jesus Christ Superstar. She has been involved in shorts and features with Blue Forge films. Love to her family and fur-babies!
Willy Banbury Rex Waters
Rex Waters (Willy) - Excited to be returning for BAT's summer show in the parks, Rex is anxious to work on another riotous adaptation. Usually behind the scenes, he relishes a chance to portray a character onstage. Great thanks are extended to Eric, Maggie and Rachel for this opportunity. And much appreciation to you for attending. Without your support theater in the parks would not be possible. Thank you.
Saunders Felicia VonDrak Olsen
Felicia VonDrak-Olsen (Saunders) is thrilled to be working with Burien Actors Theatre and returning to the stage (grass?) after a lengthy hiatus. Her previous work in the area included Joyce in And A Nightingale Sang at Burien Little Theater, Miss Casewell in The Mousetrap, the Princess of France in Love’s Labors Lost, and other roles in Seattle, San Francisco, San Diego, and Spokane. She is grateful to BAT and Saunders for helping her to appreciate her own eclectic life experiences. She would like to thank her family, especially her husband, Steve, for his support while she’s been gone all these evenings on this adventure.
Maurice Duclos Amit Rosenberg
Amit Rosenberg (Maurice, Stage Crew) - After moving to Washington from Israel at the tender age of four, Amit soon began acting. His first role was Charlie in Cherry Crest Elementary School’s production of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Then, after taking a decades long break from acting, he returned to it in 2018 after being inspired by HBO’s “Barry”. Since then, he has taken numerous classes at Freehold Theatre and elsewhere, and has acted both in film and on stage. His most recent credits include Theatre Black Dog’s production of The Importance of Being Ernest and Susan Carr’s short film Unexpected Grace. Amit has also recently completed Robin Lynn Smith’s Meisner course at Freehold, and is training in improvisation at Unexpected Productions. He is excited to bring what he has learned to Fallen Angels. Go Hawks!
Production Team:
Properties Designer, Set Dresser - Cyndi Baumgardner has worked in theatre, dare she admit, for decades. In earlier years she managed or produced shows. More recently she has worked mostly in properties design and set dressing, which is fun and a lot less work! Cyndi returned to stage management, after quite a hiatus, for Red, BAT’s last production.
Costumer - Carolann Voltarel
Join us:
July 21, Sunday at 5 pm - Normandy Park - Marvista Park - 19990 4th Ave SW, Normandy Park 98166
July 26, Friday at 7 pm - SeaTac - Riverton Heights Park - 3011 S 148th St, SeaTac 98168
August 4, Sunday at 5 pm - Boulevard Park, North Burien - Hilltop Park - 2600 S 128th Street, Burien 98168 - sponsored by BAT's Board President, Paul Gould - if walking is a problem, there is a sloped path into and out of the park.
August 11, Sunday at 5 pm - Town Square, Burien - Town Square Park - 480 SW 152nd St, Burien 98166
August 18, Sunday at 5 pm - Des Moines - Des Moines Beach Park in the Meadow - 22030 Cliff Ave S, Des Moines 98198
BAT’s Summer in the Parks series started with a call from the SeaTac Parks Department. It was looking for a Park Show in addition to Shakespeare, and BAT could not pass up that challenge.
Starting in 2019, BAT took it to the parks. We find funny, family-friendly shows recently added to the public domain and give them to our talented staff, led by Rachel Rene. The shows are updated and trimmed to make them more accessible and fit into the 90-minute in-the-parks sweet spot.
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