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2011-2012 SCHEDULE

New Summer Shorts 2011

Who writes “short shorts?” WE write short shorts! Join us for a sizzling variety of new 10-minute plays in our fourth annual festival of “shorts” written by Studio members. Packed with drama and comedy, the evocative selections of the 2011 Festival guarantee a “splash” of cool entertainment for all!

This year’s selections include:


4-16-27 - by Hal Corley
When a forgotten locker combination at the Y creates a full-scale panic attack for a frightened retiree, a disillusioned lifeguard steps in to help - with life-altering consequences.

Chasing the Bear
- by Dave Middleman

Two brothers confront a bear.


Chocolate Soufflé
- by Nina Koch

When a woman shares a secret about a new love with her closest confidante, she discovers her friend has a shocker of her own.


It’s Over, Over There
- by Alan Austin

A man and woman who meet to discuss Shakespeare’s sonnets in a retirement home’s garden are confronted by the prospect of separation due to health.

Salt
- by Debra Rich Gettleman

Two strangers, a lot of baggage, and an unsalted slice of lemon meringue pie: The perfect romance.

Sweet William
- by Terry Youngren

A lighthearted look at retirement, as a Shakespearean actor finds it difficult to leave the stage.

Transformations
- by Alan Austin

Former beauty queen Madge has not only aged but fallen on hard times. Her life turns around, however, following her free visit to a “beauty” parlor. 

Visiting Hour
- by Drea Pruseau

When Sarah learns her mother has been admitted to the emergency room she flies from California to help until confronted by her sharp-tongued Aunt.

June 9-19, 2011

Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 2:00 p.m.


CLICK HERE for tickets online, or call 602-765-0120.

**Please note that online ticketing ends three hours prior to each performance. For tickets close to show time, please call 602-765-0120 or inquire at the door.**


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