The Players http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog News and Updates from UWEC's very own student theatre group. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:07:02 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Cast of ‘Because of Poppy Weisz’ http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/12/cast-of-because-of-poppy-weisz/ http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/12/cast-of-because-of-poppy-weisz/#comments Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:07:02 +0000 Tyler Morris http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/?p=230 Auditions were held last night for Because of Poppy Weisz.  A special thank you to all students who came and auditioned.  We really appreciate it!

CAST

Booker . . .  Josh Ingersoll

Upshaw . . . Daniel Zamarripa

David . . . Chasten Glezman

Paul . . . Kaleb Durocher

Amelia . . .  Abby Lowenstein

Elizabeth . . .  Siri Brobst

]]> http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/12/cast-of-because-of-poppy-weisz/feed/ 0 What’s Next for The Players? http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/11/whats-next-for-the-players/ http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/11/whats-next-for-the-players/#comments Wed, 25 Nov 2009 02:14:48 +0000 Tyler Morris http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/?p=221 The Players have been had a wonderful fall and we’re very excited for what is coming up this winter!

We’d like to thank all that attended the Haunts of Eau Claire Tour in October-  We had a lot of fun!   We are thinking that this may be an annual event-  So keep an eye out for us next fall.

Our Winter Production is quickly approaching.  In January we will be mounting a student production written by senior CJ Krueger and directed by Eddie Neve.  Because of Poppy Weisz will be appearing in Riverside Theatre at the end of January.  This is the first time we have done a production in that slot, so we’re really looking forward to it!

Here’s a quick summary:

“For two young New York City couples, life is looking up. But when news of the high profile disappearance of noted socialite and loud-mouthed political activist Poppy Weisz hits the stands, all bets are off. Amidst rumors of murder, infidelity, and false headlines, these two young couples have a lot to answer for. Like, just /who/ exactly makes the evening news? Personal, professional, and private lives are going to change forever, and it’s all because of Poppy Weisz.”

Check back frequently for more updates!

Thanks, Tyler

]]> http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/11/whats-next-for-the-players/feed/ 0 Haunts of Eau Claire Tour! http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/10/coming-soon-haunts-of-eau-claire-tour/ http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/10/coming-soon-haunts-of-eau-claire-tour/#comments Thu, 01 Oct 2009 18:26:25 +0000 Tyler Morris http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/?p=214 psycho-shower-scream

THE HAUNTS OF EAU CLAIRE TOUR!
A Chilling tour of Eau Claire’s Paranormal Hotspots!

Join the UWEC Players on a creepy 1.5 hour bus ride through the City of Eau Claire!  The bus tour will depart from the UWEC campus and take you through the hills of Eau Claire to all the truly remarkable paranormal hotspots!  Hear about the ghosts, the valley’s gruesome murders, the most bizarre stories, and all the shady and seedy characters that make up the unique and twisted history of Eau Claire.
Tours will be led by a crew of knowledgeable, unsettling,  awfully dead, and terribly funny guides that will do their best to catch you off guard.  Its a gamble who will be leading your tour…  Be prepared to see some notable American horror figures- Lizzie Borden?  Pogo the Clown?

Be prepared to for a tour thats unlike anything else you’ll ever find in the valley!

Space on this unique tour is very limited with only 30 seats available per bus.
Email Tyler Morris at morristb@uwec.edu to make reservations now!

Tickets are only $12 Students and $16 for public.

Tours Running:

Friday, October 23rd at 8:00PM and 10:00 PM

Saturday, October 24th at 8:00PM and 10:00PM

Friday, October 30th at 8:00PM and 10:00PM

Saturday, October 31st at 8:00PM and 10:00PM

Additional dates could be added as necessary. Please check our website frequently.  Follow us on twitter or become a Fan on our Facebook Page for any and all updates!

PLEASE NOTE:  This tour is not intended for young children!  Those under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult.  Mature content and some very unsettling stories await you on this tour, so please, come prepared!

If your group is interested in a private tour on a separate day- Please contact us! Accommodations can be made!

]]> http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/10/coming-soon-haunts-of-eau-claire-tour/feed/ 2 The Living Statues at the International Fall Festival http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/09/the-living-statues-at-the-international-fall-festival/ http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/09/the-living-statues-at-the-international-fall-festival/#comments Sat, 12 Sep 2009 15:42:36 +0000 Tyler Morris http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/?p=205 The Living Statues will be appearing at the International Fall Festival in Downtown Eau Claire on September 19th from 10AM-6PM.  We will be in front of the Stone’s Throw on the VolumeOne block all day with several new statues appearing throughout the afternoon.  Also, there will be a FREE RAFFLE for 2 UW-Eau Claire Theatre Season ticket sets!   Winners will be selected at the end of the festival!  Hope to see you there!

charleneandvicki

]]> http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/09/the-living-statues-at-the-international-fall-festival/feed/ 1 Candid Closes http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/09/candid-closes/ http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/09/candid-closes/#comments Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:13:32 +0000 Tyler Morris http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/?p=201 After a great 2 week run in UWEC’s Riverside Theatre Candid has closed!   A special thanks to all that attended and made the show such a success!  Its really wonderful to know that we have so much support from our campus and the Eau Claire community. Thank You.

Justin Rudnick (Nathan) and Kelly Pfeifer (Eve)

Justin Rudnick (Nathan) and Kelly Pfeifer (Eve)

Keep an eye out for us in the coming weeks!  We will be appearing at the International Fall Festival in Downtown Eau Claire on September 19th as Living Statues.  Catch us at the Volume One block from 10AM-5PM.

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Here we go!

Spirits are high and we are ready to go!  The Players have created yet another great show and have something to be very, very proud of.  Hopefully you’ll be able to join us at the show sometime!

Below is some additional info on the show!
Show Dates:
August 27th – 7:30
August 28th- 7:30  (Special ‘Pay-What-You-Feel’ Performance.  Exactly what you think it is:  See the show, pay what you feel is right!)
August 29th- 7:30
August 30th- 3:00

September 4th- 7:30
September 5th- 7:30
September 6th- 3:00

$5 for Students
$7 for Public
$2 for Incoming UWEC Freshman

Twitter:  UWECPlayers
Facebook: UWEC Players

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Shaun and Kaysee

CharlotteEveAt the BarWe were a family...VictoriaDSCF3116

One Week until opening!

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Candid Poster

]]> http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/08/candid-poster/feed/ 0 Candid Rehearsal Shots http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/08/candid-rehearsal-shots/ http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/2009/08/candid-rehearsal-shots/#comments Thu, 06 Aug 2009 14:46:51 +0000 Tyler Morris http://www.uwecplayers.com/blog/?p=165 Rehearsals for Candid are currently underway.  Blocking has been completed and now the cast is really getting to play with the script and explore a little.

Here are some shots from the rehearsal process:

Justin Rudnik as Nathan attempting to grab a memory

Nathan (Justin Rudnik) attempting to grab a memory

Group Sorting

The group slowly works to sort though Nathan's memory

Family Christmas Photo

Family Christmas Photo

Jo (Kaysee Schmidt) assumably mid arguement with Alex (Shawn Workenaour)

Jo (Kaysee Schmidt) assumably mid arguement with Alex (Shaun Workenaour)

Nathan, Eve (Kelly Pfeifer), and Alex

Nathan, Eve (Kelly Pfeifer), and Alex

Nathan and Eve

Nathan and Eve

Another shot of Nathan and the photo cascade

Another shot of Nathan and the photo cascade

The group continues to sort

The group continues to sort

Another shot with Nathan, Alex, and Eve

Another shot with Nathan, Alex, and Eve

As always, more to come.

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Found Photo

A special thanks to everyone that auditioned on Tuesday!

We now have our cast for ‘The Memory Project’:

(In Order of Appearance)

  • Nathan……. Justin Rudnick
  • Eve…………. Kelly Pfeifer
  • Alex………… Shaun Workenaour
  • Jo…………… Kaysee Schmidt
  • Charlotte….. Victoria Weiser
  • Katie……….. Siri Brobst

Tonight will be the first read through with the ensemble!

More to come, ™

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