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Magic Returns to the Fringe!

A magic Saturday to highlight Halloween Month comes to the Indy Fringe Theatre. If you have any interest in magic, this is a day you don't want you or your family to miss.

The Williams Magic Caravan of Tucson, AZ, a magic shop on wheels, is coming to Indianapolis, Oct. 15, 2012. It's going to be parked at the Indy Fringe Theatre, 719 E. St. Clair, at the intersection of Massachusetts Ave., College Ave. and E. St. Clair. Over 1,000 items of magic including magic kits, props, books, and other items will be available for sale to magicians and the public. It will be open from 1 PM to 3 PM. Following at 4:30, a magic show that will benefit the local Society of American Magicians will be presented at the Indy Fringe Theatre.

Starring Taylor Martin as Colonial magician "Rodney The Younger" it offers families a fun hour of magic, mystery, and mirth. Billed as "History with something up it's sleeve!" Taylor's show was recently featured at The Feast of the Hunter's Moon in Lafayette, IN and Marion, Indiana's Mississinewa 1812. Considered one of the finest magic shows of it's kind, you'll love seeing the old tricks, the comedy, and the history. As Rodney says, "Have you seen the new tricks? They ain't that good." The show will be introduced by S.A.M. #31 President Steve Spence. And following the show, the Caravan will have magic sets available for anyone that is interested in magic.

Tickets are just $10 for adults and $8 for anyone under 14 or over 65. The show is just one hour and will bring you magic you may never see again.

Check out indyfringe.org, sam31.com, or indymagicmonthly.com for more information. Call The Indy Fringe Theatre at: ____________ or Taylor Martin at (317) 431-1320 for more.

See you Saturday Oct. 15 for Magic Saturday at Indy Fringe. Presented by Society of American Magicians, #31, Harry Riser Assembly.

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Some Words of Encouragement from Suki Lue

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Deborah Asante Sings, Shouts and Talks Down the Blues This Weekend

Come and have a down home good time at a Blues Party featuring the talents of Suki Lue Ambers. Everybody gets blue sometimes but nobody stays blue around Suki Lue.

She uses everything she has to battle the blues. Come witness her victory, as she sings, shouts and talks down the blues.

Be sure to book your tickets by calling the IndyFringe box office at 317 522 8099 or by emailing Pauline at pmoffat39@aol.com.

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Deborah Asante as Blues Woman Suki Lue Ambers
Two Nights, Two Shows Nightly
Friday, September 30 at 8pm & 10pm
Saturday, October 1 at 8pm & 10pm
Tickets - $12

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IndyFringe's Technical Director Gets an Online Presence

IndyFringe's technical director, Patrick McCarney, is taking his professional ventures online, starting with the newly launched Facebook page for Patrick McCarney Lighting Design.

For those of you who know Pat, or have worked with him, you'll know that his expertise on the technical side of theater is second-to-none in the Indy area, so be sure to show your support by liking said Facebook page.

Pat will be launching the official website for Patrick McCarney Lighting Design in October.

Stay tuned for more info.

IndyFringe Welcomes Michigan's Found Object Orchestra Internationale

Fans of found object music - the art of constructing music out of non-musical objects - are in for a treat this coming Saturday, September 24. Michigan ensemble, Found Object Orchestra Internationale, bring their talents to the IndyFringe Building starting at 8pm.

Found Object Orchestra Internationale is an eclectic electro-acoustic chamber ensemble based in Michigan consisting of musicians James Cornish-Euphonium, Trumpet and Flute, Ian Fulcher-Electronics and Trumpet and Curtis Glatter-Found Objects, Keys and Percussion. Each member of FOOI are musical veterans who have appreciation and knowledge of numerous musical styles and each wish to share their music-collectively and individually-with the world.

Be sure to book your tickets by calling the IndyFringe box office at 317 522 8099 or by emailing Pauline at pmoffat39@aol.com.

Featuring James Cornish/Curtis Glatter/Ian Fulcher

Saturday, September 24 at 8pm

Tickets $l5.00 adults/$8 students

Fundraiser Event: Encore Performance of 'School House Wrong'

IndyFringe is happy to announce that one of the summer festival's most talked about shows, School House Wrong, is getting a one-night-only encore performance this Friday (September 16) at the IndyFringe Building. The show is part of a fundraising event on behalf of the "save the IndyFringe Building" campaign.

If you missed it the first time (or even if you didn't) be sure to book your tickets asap by calling the IndyFringe box office at 317 522 8099 or by emailing Pauline at pmoffat39@aol.com.

Talk About 'School House Wrong'

During its 10-day run at IndyFringe 2011, School House Wrong received widespread praise from many who saw it. Below are just some of the things people said about it:

"This show is not to be missed. High-energy, fun, and irreverent! Special shout out to Claire Wilcher for her strong vocals and impeccable timing." - Emily.

"What a wonderful show! Funny, great singing, entertaining choreography. You should see it before it's over!!" - Anonymous.

"Husband just called saying this is a GREAT show. Can't wait for him and the boy to get home with the DVD!" - Jami G.

See it this Friday from 7:30pm (doors open 7:00pm) at the IndyFringe Building. Tickets $20 (fundraiser for the IndyFringe Building).

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Talking with Ty Stover - 'Slammed'

If you could present your show to just one person, who would it be and why?
The person who is reading this right now… you deserve to see these amazing performances and hear the words of a singularly gifted young poet and playwright, Sharla Steiman.
List 3 words that truly sum up your show.
Love, Loss, and Lesbians

What is the best way for theater-goers to stay informed about your latest productions? There is a new facebook page. There will also be a rework of the old website down the pike. Folks are seeing us in the exciting transition period of rebranding and rebirth. Look for many more exciting things from TATU! If you “like us now” you will be able to check out a pic of Mayor Ballard and our playwright Sharla Steiman.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Arden-Theatre-Union/267732983254627

How does fringe theater benefit you as a theater artist/performer?
It provides a safer than normal environment for risk taking which is vital in the discovery of new and emerging talents. (One of TATU’s primary goals.)

What is the funniest line in your show?

“Woooo” (in context), and “are you some kind of cult?”

Where do you see yourself in a year’s time?
Back on the boards at iNDYfRINGE!

Why IndyFringe?
The fringe is a jewel in the artistic crown of Indy. Several other cities have Fringe Festivals. But none are run as well and as much of a pleasure to perform in as iNDYfRINGE. Just ask many of the out of town performers and they will tell you the same. I have seen it firsthand. We are extremely lucky to have the Fringe and to have the Fringe we have!

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Talking with Diane Kondrat - 'Luminary'

Talking with Christel Bartelse - 'ONEYmoon (A Honeymoon for One)'

During the build-up to the 2011 IndyFringe Festival, IndyFringeTalk interviewed some of the key performers to get insight into their stories, their audience and the Fringe itself. Here is what happened when we sat down with ONEYmoon (A Honeymoon for One)'s Christel Bartelse.

If you could present your show to just one person, who would it be and why?
That's easy -- Chen Wei-yih, a woman in Taiwan who has married herself at age 30 and then went on a solo honeymoon in Australia in October 2010, about 6 months after I had conceived my show on the other side of the world. You can find out more about her here: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/10/22/taiwan-bridetobe-plans-we_n_772431.html#es_share_ended As the bride, I feel like I'm in charge of the guest list, and so I'm also going to invite one of my twitter followers -- a hypnotist from the UK who specializes in quelling pre-wedding jitters.

List 3 words that truly sum up your show.
Hilarious, high-energy and heart-string-pulling. Yes, I know, all those hyphens are cheating -- but when you're married to yourself you can get away with cheating.

What is the best way for theater-goers to stay informed about your latest productions?
Theatre goers can find me on facebook, or check out my website www.christelbartelse.com . In keeping with the wedding theme, I always leave a guestbook out on the table after my show, where guests can leave me their email or write me a note. Sometimes I even get a proposal!

How does fringe theater benefit you as a theater artist/performer?
What is most useful and liberating to me as an artist is the freedom. I get to choose what show i would like to create and write, i choose where i would like to go on tour, and i get to tinker with my show to keep improving it. I've added a tap number, had a song remixed, reordered scenes. If I was performing with someone else I'm sure I would drive them crazy.

Funniest line?
Some of the best lines come from my audience during the short improv parts of my show. I sometimes write these lines in afterward. One of my favorites is during the "bad date scene" in my show where my date said "I heard you tap dance, is that code word for lapdance?"

Where do you see yourself in a year’s time?
I would still love to do the Fringe for the next few years. I am looking forward to creating a new solo show, as well as potentially performing a two hander. I would also like to take my two shows CHAOTICA and ONEYmoon (A Honeymoon for One) to some larger festivals. I also teach physical theatre at a professional acting program at Humber College and sometime guest teach at Second City in Toronto, so its a challenge to manage all those projects at once.

Why IndyFringe?
I was invited to do DivaFest in Indianopolis in April 2011 with my show ONEYmoon. I had a great time, but only 3 shows. When a spot came open for an International Artist at the Fringe and I was asked if I wanted to return, without a second's hesitation I said "I do". The audiences here are so wonderful, the hospitality of the theatre community so warm. Plus, ONEymoon had just been nominated for a 2010 Canadian Comedy Award, so I felt confident that the show could continue to attract an audience. It wasn't just my mom who liked it.

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Following Successful Run at DivaFest, The Wedding Belles Returns to IndyFringe

Nicole Kearney Productions requests the honor of your presence at The Wedding Belles, a musical about Tying the Knot, book and lyrics by Nicole C. Kearney, music by Andre Archat and Montae Clark, August19-28, 2011, Indianapolis, IN as part of the 7th annual IndyFringe Festival.

Tickets are $10.00 for general admission seating and will be available online (The Wedding Belles) or at the door beginning a half hour before show times.

The Wedding Belles, a Musical about Tying the Knot is a one hour musical about Etta, a bride-to-be who on the verge of getting married announces she’s cancelling her wedding. To the rescue come her bridesmaids, recounting their relationship stories helping Etta make sense of where she is in her life and getting her down the aisle.

The cast of The Wedding Belles features the talents of Tiffanie Bridges, Jermaine Woolery, Nicole Miles, Andre Archat, Brittney “B Leigh” Attyberry, Corralejo Moss and Tyrice Turner. The play is directed by Nicole Kearney. The Musical Director is Andre Archat. The music is produced by DREaMusic Ent with choreography by DeNeen Collins

To join the journey visit nicolekearney.com or facebook.com/nicolekearneyproductions. For more information about the play or to schedule interviews contact nicolekearneyproductions@gmail.com or call 317.758.7075.

Performance Details:
IndyFringe Building

Saturday, August 20, 3:00pm; Sunday, August 21, 10:30pm; Wednesday, August 24, 9:00pm; Thursday August 25, 6:00pm; Saturday, August 27, 4:30pm; Sunday, August 28, 3:00pm.
Box office: 317-721-9458

Indianapolis Theatre Launches Campaign to Purchase and Renovate Building: Philanthropists Make $100,000 Donation

INDIANAPOLIS - IndyFringe Executive Director Pauline Moffat announced arts supporters and philanthropists Frank and Katrina Basile have made a $100,000 contribution to kick off a $600,000 campaign to purchase and continue restoring the building IndyFringe has called home since September 2008. IndyFringe has forged an agreement to purchase the 719 East St. Clair Street building that provides a backdrop for hundreds of artistic performances every year.

“Great Expectations: Funding the Fantastic Fringe Campaign” is being co-chaired by the Basiles.

“Katrina and I see this as an opportunity to ensure the ongoing availability of an affordable and accessible space to assist IndyFringe in accomplishing its mission of attracting diverse audiences while providing performing opportunities for artists, from emerging to established,” said Frank Basile. “We feel strongly that this is the perfect venue for that purpose and the time will never be better to purchase the building.”

In recognition of the contribution, the theatre will be named the Basile Fringe Theatre. The building, which will also include IndyFringe offices, sits near the southeast corner of Massachusetts and College avenues – adjacent to the Indianapolis Cultural Trail: A Legacy of Marilyn and Gene Glick –and is adding vibrancy to this established arts district.

The $600,000 campaign goal, which includes the purchase of the building, renovation costs and initial operating expenses, is slated to conclude by December 31, 2011. The campaign includes a grassroots effort led by the IndyFringe Creative Council, which is comprised of young professionals and others involved with various aspects of performing arts.

“We are tremendously grateful to the Basile Family for their generosity and vision. Their contribution gets us well on our way to establishing a permanent home for IndyFringe,” Moffat said.

“Katrina and I love that the Fringe supports both emerging and established artists in dance, drama, comedy, cabaret, music, magic and multi-media. The artists write their own scripts and stage the productions themselves. The role of IndyFringe is to give them a venue to perform, and this building is key,” said Frank Basile.

Since IndyFringe moved into its current rental facility three years ago, the organization has invested in creating the best use of the space for diverse performing groups and audiences. Grants from the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust, Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation, Local Initiatives Support Corporation, and Massachusetts Avenue Community Development Grant, and architectural services from Perkins Ven Deylen Architects, funded early phases of the ongoing renovation and restoration.

IndyFringe Festival – the organization’s marquis event – returns 100 percent of ticket revenue back to performers, which is a unique business model. Since the Festival began seven years ago, it has given $508,000 back to artists.

“It’s extremely rare for performers at any venue to receive 100% of ticket revenues, and it’s nearly as rare for performers to have full artistic freedom. Those two things are what really make IndyFringe unique in Indianapolis and Fringe Festivals unique in the world,” Moffat said.

For additional information on the campaign, visit the IndyFringe.org website.

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