COMPANY ONE'S MONTHLY NEWSLETTER, APRIL 2011

OPENING FRIDAY...

A NEW ENGLAND PREMIERE
THE BOOK OF GRACE
Written by Suzan-Lori Parks
Directed by Boston Legend David Wheeler

Wondering why Director David Wheeler is a Boston Legend?
David Wheeler has been directing daring theatre for over 50 years! In the early 1960's, he founded the Theater Company of Boston, one of only two resident theatre companies in Boston at the time. He mounted the work of Harold Pinter, Samuel Beckett and Ed Bullins, just to name a few. David has worked with, launched the careers of and introduced the world to a group of emerging artists that have definied both stage and screen. Perhaps you've heard of Al Pacino, Stockard Channing, Robert DeNiro, Dustin Hoffman, Robert Duvall, Matt Damon and Ben Affleck! David has a knack for recognizing talent and we are so pleased to collaborate with him on this dynamic New England premiere by one of America's most celebrated playwrights!

“Fresh insights, startling images, fiery speeches, and moments of genuine passion remind you that Parks is the real deal.” -Vogue

Starring:
Steven Barkhimer, Frances Idlebrook and Jesse Tolbert

Fiercely intimate and explosive, THE BOOK OF GRACE weaves together the stories of three people bound by love and longing, passion and ambition. Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Suzan-Lori Parks (TOPDOG/UNDERDOG) draws a portrait of a family shattered by rage, power, and betrayal when a young man returns home to South Texas to confront his estranged father.

Opens Friday
April 15- May 7
Boston Center for the Arts, Plaza Theatre
C1's Pushing the Envelope:
A Gala Launch for our Building the Base Campaign-MAY 4th

On Wednesday May 4th from 6 to 10 pm, Company One will throw the party of all parties in the Cyclorama at the Boston Center for the Arts. Pushing the Envelope: The 2011 C1 Gala will launch Company One's Building the Base Fundraising Campaign.

The Gala will feature hors d'oeuvres, a full dinner buffet, cash bar and an exciting live and silent auction. Auction items include courtside Celtics tickets, an exclusive NYC weekend, a vintage bottle of Cristal, Red Sox tickets, an African Safari and much more.

The night will be emceed by Company One's own Keith Mascoll (Cry Baby Jones, GRIMM) as C1 recognizes this year's honorees. The David Wheeler Emerging Talent Award will be given to playwright Kirsten Greenidge. The Lois Roach Award for Outstanding Commitment to the Boston Theatre Community will be presented to M. Bevin O'Gara, the Huntington Theatre Company's Associate Producer.

The Building the Base Campaign is designed to establish Company One as permanent cultural institution in Boston.

Sponsors - Be Our Guest, Inc., Noche, Tito's Handmade Vodka, Samuel Adams, Shiraz Cuisine, Exhale Magazine, Haley House Café, A Better Resolution and the Boston Center for the Arts.

Visit www.companyone.org/gala for more info!
FRINGE WARS! MAY 3rd
Fasten your seat belts!
Small theatre companies go head to head in a brand new competition to prove they are the best of the best.
With one common theme uniting the evening, these companies will choose their own writer and actors and present a play which will premiere right before your eyes.
Judges from the Boston theatre scene and you, the audience, decide the outcome of the evening and who continues to the final night of competition for the ultimate cash prize and the title of champion of FRINGE WARS.
Weigh in on the competition MAY 3rd at 7:30 pm at the BCA Plaza Theatre!
Thanks for tuning in and see you at the theatre!

Always,

The C1 Family

STAGE ONE: Summer Apprenticeship Program
REGISTER NOW!!

Company One is offering two apprenticeship programs in the Summer of 2011: the Professional Apprenticeship for high school graduates, and the Junior Apprenticeship for high school students.

Observe, train, and create with Company One's stellar collection of theater artists and educators. Apprentices will have the opportunity to be a part of the rehearsal and production process for Company One's Summer 2011 production. Apprentices will also be creating their own original theater piece to be performed at the BCA in August.

All apprentices will receive: performance/production opportunities, training, professional development and networking opportunities, opportunities for letters of recommendation, discount and free tickets to area theaters and a whole lot more! Email StageOne@companyone.org for more information or to register now!
WHERE ARE THEY NOW? AND C1 ANNOUNCEMENTS

Jesse Tolbert (NEIGHBORS)- Jesse will be seen on the C1 stage once again in THE BOOK OF GRACE that opens on Friday.

Keith Mascoll (GRIMM and 5 other C1 productions)- Keith will be emceeing the C1 PUSHING THE ENVELOPE: A GALA LAUNCH FOR THE BUILDING THE BASE CAMPAIGN. You love him on our stage, just imagine what will happen when he gets the mic without a script!

John ADEkoje (GRIMM,THE OVERWHELMING and more)- Playwright John ADEkoje's SIX ROUNDS (SIX LESSONS) will premiere at the LOST Theatre in London! Congrats John!

Mason Sand (C1 Founder and Actor)- Mason is starring in the role of a lifetime as father of baby Alden Joseph! Aaron and Shiloh are thrilled with the addition of a new baby boy to the ever-expanding C1 family. Congrats to the new parents, Mason and Chrissy!

Sasha Abby VanDerzee (C1 Board Member, former Director of Development)- Sasha and husband Mark (C1 Founder) are having Baby # 2 due in late May! Big brother Aaron is hoping for a baby sister!
ARE YOU AN INSIDER?
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JOIN THE C1 FAMILY TODAY!

A C1 Membership is a great way to say "I LOVE Theater!" Join the C1 family in 2011! All C1 Memberships include unique benefits like discount theatre tickets, invitations to V.I.P. events, and priority seating! And we've got special memberships for artists and students!

Want to check out a rehearsal? Grab a cocktail with cast members? Snag the best seats in the house?
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SEASON 12 AT A GLANCE

THE ALIENS
by Annie Baker
directed by Shawn LaCount
as a part of The Shirley, VT Plays Festival
Oct. 22- Nov. 20
Hall A in the Calderwood Pavilion
at the Boston Center for the Arts

FRINGE WARS
Nov. 9
at the Boston Center for the Arts, Plaza Theatre

NEIGHBORS
by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
directed by Summer L. Williams
Jan. 14- Feb. 5, 2011
at the Boston Center for the Arts, Plaza Theatre

FRINGE WARS
Jan. 25
at the Boston Center for the Arts, Plaza Theatre

THE BOOK OF GRACE
by Suzan-Lori Parks
Directed by David Wheeler
April 15- May 7, 2011
at the Boston Center for the Arts, Plaza Theatre

FRINGE WARS
May 3
at the Boston Center for the Arts, Plaza Theatre

LEARN TO BE LATINA
by Enrique Urueta
Directed by Greg Maraio
Presented by Phoenix Theatre Artists
May 13 - June 5, 2011
at Boston Playwrights’ Theatre

THE MOUNTAIN SONG
A World Premiere written and performed by celebrated ensemble theatre, PigPen
Co-produced with PigPen
June 10, 2011 – June 25, 2011
Calderwood Pavilion at the Boston Center for the Arts

1001
by Jason Grote
Directed by Megan Sandberg-Zakian
July 15 - August 13, 2011
Boston Center for the Arts, Plaza Theatre

FRINGE WARS
July 26
at the Boston Center for the Arts, Plaza Theatre

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