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Ladies’ Nights Out at The Bridges of Madison County

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Everyone needs a little bit of escape, especially from the hustle and bustle of Autumn activities and a new school year. Now, you have the opportunity to bring your group to our Fall production of The Bridges of Madison County. Running from September 22 – October 14, there are many benefits to getting a group of your favorite gal pals together to see this romantic, lush musical about love and loss. It’s really simple: pick the date you want to attend (any Thursday, Friday, or Saturday evening performance of the run), get a group of friends together and purchase your tickets in one transaction, and then get the VIP treatment once you get here. Enjoy wine, cheese, and dessert in a private room with your group at intermission… the perfect way to unwind from daily stresses. Group experiences are fully customizable, so get started today by filling out the form below!

 

Mad Libs Live: a Primer

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Did you know that Red Branch Theatre Company is presenting the first production of Mad Libs Live after its Off-Broadway run at New World Stages? Since this musical is undoubtedly new to you, we’ve assembled a primer to help you get acquainted with all things Mad Libs Live before you visit the show, which runs now through April 8th in Columbia, MD.

  • Adjective: It modifies a noun. Like “silly, happy clown.” Words that you write on the green slips of paper to be pulled out from the green pail during the show.
  • Adult Performances: All Saturday 8 pm performances and Thursday 7:30 pm performances will allow for “no-holds-barred” word submission. Bring some grownups and submit some grownup words. Our teen superstars will say [just about] anything to complete their songs and scenes at these performances only. Not appropriate for audience members under the age of 17.
  • Adverb: It modifies an adjective or verb like “quickly choose” or “we’re extremely bright.” Words that you write on the pink slips of paper to be pulled out of the pink pail during the show.
  • Family-Friendly Performances: All Saturday 2 pm performances and Sunday 3 pm performances are geared towards family audiences. These are the best shows for your youngest theatregoers to enjoy. Additionally, all Friday performances will be suitable for all ages.
  • Mad Lib: a phrasal template word game where one player prompts others for a list of words to substitute for blanks in a story before reading the [often comical or nonsensical] story aloud. The game is frequently played as a party game or a pastime. It was invented in the United States, and more than 110 million copies of the  books have been sold since the series was first published in 1958.
  • Noun: a person, place, or thing. Like “doctor,” “zoo,” or “string.” Words that you write on the yellow slips of paper to be pulled out from the yellow pail during the show.
  • Parents’ Night Out PJ Party: One of our most popular offerings. Drop the kids off from 7-11 pm at the theatre on March 24th or 31st. They will be supervised by Drama Learning Center staff during the show and then engaged in fun activities afterwards. Parents get a night to themselves and kids get a night of theatre fun with friends. It’s a win-win situation!
  • Sloppy Saturday: Saturday 8 pm performances will begin with pre-show adult beverages in the lobby at 7:30 pm. Bring a government-issued ID proving you’re of legal age and few dollars to make a donation.
  • Thirsty Thursday: See “Sloppy Saturday.” Thirsty Thursday pre-show happy hours will be held starting at 6:30 pm on March 30th and April 6th next door in our rehearsal studio. Same rules as “Sloppy Saturday” apply here.
  • Verb: an action being done. Like “sleep,” or “jump,” or “run.” Words that you write on the blue slips of paper to be pulled out from the blue pail during the show.

Now that you know a little more about Mad Libs Live and Red Branch’s production, it’s time to get your tickets! Pick your performance and buy them today.

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New Apprenticeship Program Launch!

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Red Branch is thrilled to unveil our new apprenticeship program!

Application materials are now online and will be accepted beginning on January 15th. Are you interested in hearing more about what it means to be a Red Branch apprentice? Here’s a quick note from Founding Apprentice Sarah Luckadoo outlining what she has been up to since she arrived here this summer.

“I recently graduated from Western Carolina University with a BFA in Acting in May of 2016. Towards the end of my senior year, I wanted my next step to be part of an environment where I could continue to learn and expand on my academic training. I began researching apprenticeship programs in the Baltimore/Washington Metropolitan Area. I’ve always been taught that if I really wanted acting to be my career, I’d have to be willing to always learn, always grow, and always work harder than anyone else. I was drawn to Red Branch because I felt that their mission and the work that they do coincides with my artistic goals. So… long story short, I flew to Maryland in April and saw RBTC’s production of Sweeney Todd and met with Managing Director Tiffany Underwood Holmes. After chatting, we both decided that we were ready to build a program and working relationship that would benefit one another. Since moving here in July, I’ve been involved in everything from teaching workshops and camps to serving in various production roles in Mainstage productions of Heathers: the Musical, Evil Dead: the Musical, and The Happy Elf. I recommend this program to anyone that is truly passionate both about theatre and making it as an artist in an ever-changing market. If you love what you do and you’re willing to work hard and learn every day, then this is the place for you.”

If you’re interested in applying, download application materials here.

Questions? Fill out the form and we’ll get back to you shortly!

 

Wanted: Help Improving our Technology!

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If you’ve ever experienced a show at Red Branch, chances are that you have been captivated by thoughtful performances given by the artists that grace our stage. Help us enhance the work that they do for your future enjoyment as we embark on a HUGE overhaul of many of our technical components. That includes the purchase of:

  • new energy-efficient lighting equipment
  • a new sound system and body microphones
  • atmospherics and soft goods (fancy theatre speak for a hazer and large-format stage fabric)

We have a large portion of the funds ready for this enormous undertaking through generous grants awarded by the Howard County Arts Council and Community Foundation of Howard County. With your help, we know that we can raise the remainder to get this project underway in time to be unveiled at our March opening of Mad Libs Live!

We’re glad you asked… there are two easy, tangible ways for you to help!

  1. Donate today! You can make a one-time or recurring tax-deductible donation on our website. Make sure that you designate “Technology Grant Match” at the time of donation so that your contribution is coded to this campaign!
  2. Pledge to Spread the Word! We’re launching a Text4Tech one-day campaign on Giving Tuesday. Take the pledge to text at least 10 friends with the phone number that allows donors to contribute straight from their smartphone. We’ll send you all of the details as we get closer to the big day.