2023-2024 Don Keefe Memorial Playwriting Contest
Aug
8
to Jun 1

2023-2024 Don Keefe Memorial Playwriting Contest

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PLAYWRITING CONTEST

Taos Onstage is thrilled to announce the 2023-2024 Don Keefe Memorial Playwriting Contest. 

 

The contest will award one or more playwrights with a full production of their play, produced by Taos Onstage. The contest is open to all residents of New Mexico. Contestants may submit full length plays, short plays, or works in progress to taosonstagecontest@gmail.com. 

Submissions are now open and will be accepted through June 1. Additional attention will be paid to submissions that have been performed at the Taos Onstage New Works Showcase.

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Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike
Apr
18
to Apr 28

Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike

VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE by Christopher Durang, Directed by Rich Greywolf

Winner of the 2013 Tony Award for Best Play.  Middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia share a home in Bucks County, PA, where they bicker and complain about the circumstances of their lives.  Suddenly, their movie-star sister, Masha, swoops in with her new boy toy, Spike.  Old resentments flare up eventually leading to threats to sell the house.  Also on the scene are sassy maid Cassandra, who can predict the future, and a lovely young aspiring actress named Nina, whose prettiness somewhat worries the imperious Masha.

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Anna in the Tropics
Feb
15
to Feb 25

Anna in the Tropics

ANNA IN THE TROPICS by Nilo Cruz, Directed by Lynn Hamrick

Winner of the 2003 Pulitzer Prize for drama. Set in Florida in 1929 in a Cuban-American cigar factory, where cigars are still rolled by hand and “lectors” are employed to educate and entertain workers. The arrival of a new lector is a cause for celebration, but when he begins to read aloud from Anna Karenina, he unwittingly becomes a catalyst in the lives of his avid listeners, for whom Tolstoy, the tropics, and the American dream prove a volatile combination. 

–A POIGNANT AND POETIC PLAY–

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The Man Who Came to Dinner
Dec
13
to Dec 15

The Man Who Came to Dinner

THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER: A Holiday Radio Play, based on the play by Moss Hart and George S.  Kauffman, Directed by Charlotte Keefe

Shortly before Christmas, on a lecture tour in Ohio,  Sheridan Whiteside, a famous radio host with a venomous tongue, slips on the ice and is confined to the home of the Stanley’s. He proceeds to plunge the household into chaos, ruling the place like a czar and meddling in everyone’s love life. The lives of the inhabitants of the town are so dull that they willingly endure insults just for the privilege of being in the same room with Whiteside. Despite all of the shenanigans, the spirit of the season wins out and all of the characters get what they deserve in the end.

3 Performances-Wednesday December 13, Thursday December 14 and Friday December 15 at 7:00 p.m.  Friday evening only-limited tickets available to purchase for dinner and the show $40 or purchase for show only $20.

–A HOLIDAY FARCE–

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Monster in a Box
Nov
16
to Nov 19

Monster in a Box

MONSTER IN A BOX by Spalding Gray, Performed by Jeff Spicer

Spalding Gray was an American actor, novelist, playwright, screenwriter and performance artist. MONSTER IN A BOX is a detailed description of his attempt to write his first novel. “It’s a story about a man who can’t write a book about a man who can’t take a vacation” A one-man show filled with curious characters, celebrities and great advice for pouring your own drinks.

–THEATRICAL STORYTELLING– 

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Arms & The Man
Oct
26
to Oct 29

Arms & The Man

ARMS & THE MAN by George Bernard Shaw, Directed by Eleanor Russell

Shaw satirizes romantic ideas concerning war, heroism and upward mobility while taking a swing at class and gender politics. The play unfolds in Bulgaria in 1885, towards the end of the very brief  Serbo-Bulgarian War. There are soldiers, love triangles, family drama, enemies to lovers, pining, banter, forbidden romance, and chocolate. The plot follows a cast of characters that are trying to live up to their own romantic expectations of who they think they should be.

–A 19TH CENTURY ROM-COM–

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Auditions for The Man Who Came to Dinner
Oct
24
6:00 PM18:00

Auditions for The Man Who Came to Dinner

Holiday Radio Play: The Man Who Came to Dinner by Moss Hart and George S. Kauffman; directed by Charlotte Keefe

Auditions will be Monday & Tuesday October 23 &24, 6 pm

WildFlower Playhouse Gallery, 1339 Paseo de Pueblo Sur

Shortly before Christmas, on a lecture tour in Ohio, Sheridan Whiteside, a famous radio host with a venomous tongue, slips on ice and is confined to the home of the Stanley’s. He proceeds to plunge the household into chaos, ruling the place like a czar and meddling in everyone’s love life. Despite all of the shenanigans, the spirit of the season wins out and all of the characters get what they deserve. A delightful holiday farce.

Performances December 13-15.

Actors of any gender, ethnicity, age are welcome to audition. No experience required.

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Auditions for The Man Who Came to Dinner
Oct
23
6:00 PM18:00

Auditions for The Man Who Came to Dinner

Holiday Radio Play: The Man Who Came to Dinner by Moss Hart and George S. Kauffman; directed by Charlotte Keefe

Auditions will be Monday & Tuesday October 23 &24, 6 pm

WildFlower Playhouse Gallery, 1339 Paseo de Pueblo Sur

Shortly before Christmas, on a lecture tour in Ohio, Sheridan Whiteside, a famous radio host with a venomous tongue, slips on ice and is confined to the home of the Stanley’s. He proceeds to plunge the household into chaos, ruling the place like a czar and meddling in everyone’s love life. Despite all of the shenanigans, the spirit of the season wins out and all of the characters get what they deserve. A delightful holiday farce.

Performances December 13-15.

Actors of any gender, ethnicity, age are welcome to audition. No experience required.

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The Book of Will
Aug
17
to Aug 27

The Book of Will

THE BOOK OF WILL by Lauren Gunderson, Directed by Rich Greywolf

THE STORY: Without William Shakespeare, we wouldn’t have literary masterpieces like Romeo and Juliet. But without Henry Condell and John Heminges, we would have lost half of Shakespeare’s plays forever. After the death of their friend and mentor, the two actors are determined to compile the First Folio and preserve the words that shaped their lives. They’ll just have to borrow, beg, and band together to get it done. Amidst the noise and color of Elizabethan London, THE BOOK OF WILL finds an unforgettable true story of love, loss, and laughter, and sheds new light on a man you may think you know. Performances: August 17-20; 24-27, 2023

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OPEN AUDITIONS for Arms & The Man
Aug
15
to Aug 16

OPEN AUDITIONS for Arms & The Man

August 15 and 16 at 6pm at the Wildflower Playhouse

3 females, 5 males, Ages 20-60; all ethnicities

 To schedule a different time, more information or questions call Eleanor at 312-914-5417

 A romantic comedy, set in the Petkoff household in Bulgaria and satirizes romantic ideas concerning war and heroism.

Performances: October 19-22; 26-29.

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20th Century Blues by Susan Miller
Apr
20
to Apr 30

20th Century Blues by Susan Miller

Directed by Karen Paull

FUNNY AND POIGNANT

Four women meet once a year for a ritual photo shoot, chronicling their changing (and aging) selves as they navigate love, careers, children, and the complications of history.  But when these private photographs could  become part of a public exhibition, relationships are tested, forcing the women to confront who they are and how they will deal with whatever lies ahead.  20th Century Blues is a sharply funny and poignant play that questions our place in the world and with one another.

April 20-23; 27-30; Thurs- Sat. 7:30 pm; Sun 2 pm

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Sylvia by A. R. Gurney
Feb
16
to Feb 26

Sylvia by A. R. Gurney

Directed by Jane Ayles

ENTERTAINING AND LOVABLE

Greg and Kate have moved to Manhattan after 22 years of child-raising in the suburbs. Greg’s career as a financial trader is winding down, while Kate’s career, as a public-school English teacher, is beginning to offer her more opportunities. Greg brings home a dog he found in the park—or that has found him—bearing only the name “Sylvia” on her name tag.  She offers Greg an escape from the frustrations of his job and the unknowns of middle age. To Kate, Sylvia becomes a rival for affection. And Sylvia thinks Kate just doesn't understand the relationship between man and dog. The marriage is put in serious jeopardy until, after a series of hilarious and touching complications, Greg and Kate learn to compromise, and Sylvia becomes a valued part of their lives.

February 16-19; 23-26; Thurs- Sat. 7:30 pm; Sun 2 pm

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Miracle on South Division Street by Tom Dudzick - A Holiday Radio Play
Dec
13
to Dec 15

Miracle on South Division Street by Tom Dudzick - A Holiday Radio Play

Directed by Rich Greywolf

HEARTFELT AND HILARIOUS

Miracle on South Division St. is the story of the Nowak family. It is Christmas Eve. A meeting of the Nowak family has been called by daughter Ruth, whose designs upon a theatrical career are now centered upon an old family legend—the supposed visitation of the Virgin Mary to Grandpa at his East Side barber shop. Since the death of Grandpa, daughter Clara has been the keeper of the flame for some 50 years, tending to this decidedly non-official religious site, banking donations and doling out free soup there twice a week.  The “miracle” has defined Clara and her three children to a considerable extent, so when daughter Ruth decides to at last divulge the true story of the seminal events, and how she has come by it, it’s as though a volcano has erupted right in the house. The results are heartfelt and hilarious. 

December 13, 14, 15; Tues., Wed. Thurs. 7:30 pm

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Marjorie Prime by Jordan Harrison, 2015 Pulitzer Prize finalist
Oct
20
to Oct 30

Marjorie Prime by Jordan Harrison, 2015 Pulitzer Prize finalist

Directed by André Callot

RICHLY SPARE AND EXTRAORDINARY - With help from an intriguingly innovative technology in a future not far from our present, Marjorie examines her past, sometimes replacing her realities with idealized memories. Through deeply drawn characters—both real and in the form of artificial intelligence companions, or “Primes,” Harrison burrows into troubling questions of the digital age: What would we remember, and what would we forget, given the power of authorship? Will we be any less human once computers know us better than ourselves? This richly wondrous play explores the mysteries of human identity and limits -if  any- of what technology can replace.

October 20-23; 27-30; Thurs- Sat. 7:30 pm; Sun 2 pm

“Marjorie Prime” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.co

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"Marjorie Prime" Preview
Sep
18
4:30 PM16:30

"Marjorie Prime" Preview

Sunday, September 18, 2022 at the Taos Center for the Art, Tickets are $35 and can be purchased here

Taos Onstage presents a scene from the upcoming “Marjorie Prime” by Jordan Harrison as part of the showcase at the Taos Arts Council’s Celebration of the Arts Showcase.  This event will honor the Taos Arts Council’s nominees for the New Mexico Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts, Virginia Couse Leavitt and Angie Yazzie. Enjoy wonderful art samplings through dance, music, poetry, theater and an art sale.  Support the Taos Arts Council. Support Taos arts!

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The 4th Annual D.H. Lawrence Lecture
Sep
17
4:30 PM16:30

The 4th Annual D.H. Lawrence Lecture

Saturday, September 17, 2022 at the Taos Center for the Arts, Admission is Free.

The 4th Annual D.H. Lawrence Lecture, Join Professor Sharon Oard Warner, University of New Mexico, Professor Jim Moran, University of Nottingham, and Taos Onstage for the World Premier of D.H. Lawrence’s unfinished play, Altitude.  

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Dec
15
7:30 PM19:30

3 Wise Guys presented by Taos Onstage and Taos Center for the Arts

Performance will be live at the Taos Community Auditorium. Purchase tickets here: https://www.taosonstage.com/tickets

Please note that all attendees must follow the Taos Center for the Arts House Rules for safety found here: https://tcataos.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/TCA_ReOpenHouseRulesVax_Nov16.2021.pdf

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Dec
14
7:30 PM19:30

3 Wise Guys presented by Taos Onstage and Taos Center for the Arts

Performance will be live at the Taos Community Auditorium. Purchase tickets here: https://www.taosonstage.com/tickets

Please note that all attendees must follow the Taos Center for the Arts House Rules for safety found here: https://tcataos.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/TCA_ReOpenHouseRulesVax_Nov16.2021.pdf

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Oct
13
to Oct 18

Open Auditions 10/17/21 and 10/18/21 starting at 6 p.m.

Taos Onstage is excited to announce the presentation of its ninth annual live Holiday Radio Play: 

Three Wise Guys and One Christmas Eve

a fun show to be directed by Pam Morris and Charlotte Keefe.  The script is an adaptation of two short stories by Damon Runyon — Three Wise Guys and Dancing Dan’s Christmas.  

We anticipate 2 live performances: December 14th & 15th.  We would love for you to join us!

There are roles for men and women ages 20 and older. The first audition will be via zoom Sunday and Monday, October  17 & 18 starting at 6 p.m.  

If you are interested in auditioning or have questions, please email taosonstage@gmail.com.   Please spread the word if you know anyone else who loves to perform!  

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Mar
25
to Mar 28

Open casting call for Taos Onstage!

Open casting call for Taos Onstage!

We are looking for Zoom savvy performers to audition for 2 upcoming live Zoom productions.

Taos Onstage and the Helene Wurlitzer Foundation have teamed up to be part of the 2021 Taos Spring Arts Festival. Taos Onstage will produce six short plays written by past Wurlitzer playwrights.

What are the productions?

There will be two separate productions which will include 3 plays each. Each play is approximately 10 minutes.

There are a variety of interesting parts we are looking to cast.  You must demonstrate a significant level of comfort with using the Zoom platform and be able to use a split screen to view the script.

When are the auditions?
March 25, 2021 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

March 28, 2021 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Please use the below link to pick an available time slot:

https://calendly.com/taosonstage/taos-onstage-march-2021-auditions

We will then send you an email with a Zoom invitation for the time slot you picked.

When are the Zoom performances?

April 21, 2021 7:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.

April 23, 2021 7:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.


We look forward to seeing your audition!

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Circle Mirror Transformation by Annie Baker
Feb
23
2:00 PM14:00

Circle Mirror Transformation by Annie Baker

Five strangers gather to embark on a unique journey together in a creative drama class for adults. Circle Mirror Transformation is one of the many games played on stage during the show. You may recognize some of the games, as they are played everywhere from theatre classes to corporate retreats. They were created as tools to enhance focus, creativity, confidence, teamwork, communication and connection.

For the individuals who have enrolled in the class that Baker has created, acting is merely a pretext. Each has come to find something. They don’t really assume they will, but what do they have to lose? Schultz (Abe Brown) is recently divorced and would like to be more of an artist. Lauren (Miel Tafoya) is a 16-year-old hiding in her hoodie. Theresa (Mikala Martinez) has finally abandoned New York and her dreams of professional acting. James (David Pérez) doesn't know where it all went. Marty (Mary Walker), the earth mother, teaches the class in order to find a bit of control in her New Age life.

Baker gives us a play about real people exploring their lives through tiny leaps of faith and creativity. And while those people are played by actors, they behave like real people. What they have to say is awkward and funny, sometimes lovely; sometimes sad. There is beauty in the ordinary. Circle Mirror Transformation is an oddly conventional play in which game-playing is infused with truth-telling. The circle completes, and we thoroughly know the people that don’t exist.

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Circle Mirror Transformation by Annie Baker
Feb
22
7:30 PM19:30

Circle Mirror Transformation by Annie Baker

Five strangers gather to embark on a unique journey together in a creative drama class for adults. Circle Mirror Transformation is one of the many games played on stage during the show. You may recognize some of the games, as they are played everywhere from theatre classes to corporate retreats. They were created as tools to enhance focus, creativity, confidence, teamwork, communication and connection.

For the individuals who have enrolled in the class that Baker has created, acting is merely a pretext. Each has come to find something. They don’t really assume they will, but what do they have to lose? Schultz (Abe Brown) is recently divorced and would like to be more of an artist. Lauren (Miel Tafoya) is a 16-year-old hiding in her hoodie. Theresa (Mikala Martinez) has finally abandoned New York and her dreams of professional acting. James (David Pérez) doesn't know where it all went. Marty (Mary Walker), the earth mother, teaches the class in order to find a bit of control in her New Age life.

Baker gives us a play about real people exploring their lives through tiny leaps of faith and creativity. And while those people are played by actors, they behave like real people. What they have to say is awkward and funny, sometimes lovely; sometimes sad. There is beauty in the ordinary. Circle Mirror Transformation is an oddly conventional play in which game-playing is infused with truth-telling. The circle completes, and we thoroughly know the people that don’t exist.

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Circle Mirror Transformation by Annie Baker
Feb
21
7:30 PM19:30

Circle Mirror Transformation by Annie Baker

Five strangers gather to embark on a unique journey together in a creative drama class for adults. Circle Mirror Transformation is one of the many games played on stage during the show. You may recognize some of the games, as they are played everywhere from theatre classes to corporate retreats. They were created as tools to enhance focus, creativity, confidence, teamwork, communication and connection.

For the individuals who have enrolled in the class that Baker has created, acting is merely a pretext. Each has come to find something. They don’t really assume they will, but what do they have to lose? Schultz (Abe Brown) is recently divorced and would like to be more of an artist. Lauren (Miel Tafoya) is a 16-year-old hiding in her hoodie. Theresa (Mikala Martinez) has finally abandoned New York and her dreams of professional acting. James (David Pérez) doesn't know where it all went. Marty (Mary Walker), the earth mother, teaches the class in order to find a bit of control in her New Age life.

Baker gives us a play about real people exploring their lives through tiny leaps of faith and creativity. And while those people are played by actors, they behave like real people. What they have to say is awkward and funny, sometimes lovely; sometimes sad. There is beauty in the ordinary. Circle Mirror Transformation is an oddly conventional play in which game-playing is infused with truth-telling. The circle completes, and we thoroughly know the people that don’t exist.

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