(*) Volunteer Call from Renaissance Guild for The Mountain by Katori Hall, San Antonio

The Mountaintop volunteers needed!

We are in immediate need of volunteers to help us out in the following areas: 
*Ushers

*Admin Assistants (2) 
proficient in MS programs, Internet, and type 30 wpm 
*Phone Assistant 
*Set Construction 

*Sound tech (2)
*Light tech (2)

If you want to help support the efforts of TRG and have these skills or would like to learn, please click here to send a message to Info and let us know what position you are interested in.

Thanks for your continued support!

(*) 2014 Renaissance Guild Season, San Antonio

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(*) Upcoming: THE MOUNTAINTOP by Katori Hall, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio, January 17 - February 9, 2014

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(*) 2013 Cast Photos by Ron Abrams: Black Nativity by Langston Hughes, Renaissance Guild, Little Carver Center, San Antonio, December 13 - 15, 2013

Photos by Ron Abrams for the Renaissance Guild's annual production of

The Black Nativity

by Langston Hughes

December 13 - 15, 2013

Jo Long Theatre, Little Carver Center, 226 N. Hackberry St. - click for map 

Joseph and Mary (photo: Ron Abrams)

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The Dancers: Jillian Jones, Anthony Hall, Lady Paula Mata, Diane Hannah, Lorenzo Hall, Amiera Mata and Rebekah Williams  (photo: Ron Arams)

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(*) Upcoming: THE BLACK NATIVITY by Langston Hughes, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio, December 13 - 15, 2013

Season Auditions in San Antonio for Renaissance Guild, November 17 and 24, 2013

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(*) MASQUERADE PARTY FUNDDRAISER, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio, October 19, 2013

        presents

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(*) 2013-2014 Theatre Season, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio

(performing at the Jo Long Theatre at the Little Carver Civic Center, 226 N. Hackberry St., San Antonio - click for map)

presents details of the 2013-2014 theatre season:

We Are Who We Were: The Migration Project
The project is an examination and celebration of the great migration of the twentieth century on the present day and its impact through the eyes of contemporary playwrights. Last season it was “A Raisin in the Sun”, this year will feature 3 Main Stage productions that highlight the experience that changed the shape of American culture and history including leadership, family, religion and gender politics/ responsibility. 

Season 13 FREE Audition Workshop & Season Auditions
September 6-7, 2013
Free Audition workshop training to prepare & encourage and performers for season auditions.


Season 13 Fundraiser October, 2013
Get dressed up, come have some fun, &help support our season efforts! More details coming!

Langston Hughes
December 12-15, 2013
A retelling of the Christmas story with a predominately black cast, with narrative, dance, gospel songs and folk spirituals, a unique creation of this prolific poet and playwright.

The Mountaintop * ~ Katori Hall
January 17-February 9, 2014 (no show Jan 18 & Feb 3)

A gripping reimagination of events the night before the assassination of the civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. On April 3, 1968, after delivering one of his most memorable speeches, an exhausted Dr. King retires to his room at the Lorraine Motel while a storm rages outside. When a mysterious stranger arrives with some surprising news, King is forced to confront his destiny and his legacy to his people.


Crumbs From The Table Of Joy ~ Lynn Nottage
March 28-April 13, 2014



A Black, recent widower and his daughters move to Brooklyn for a better life. Not knowing how to parent, he turns to others for answers, namely his sister-in-law who stands for everything he dislikes. As the racial and social issues of the late 1950s escalate, personal issues between the two explode, prompting him to walk out. A few days later, he returns, with a new wife—a white, German immigrant, and life in the household gets heated.


ActOne Series
Theme: “Family Matters”
May 9 & 10, 2014
An evening of original one-act plays and monologues presented by some of the city’s finest!

May 23, 2014



Theatre Summer Camp for Kids *
June 9-27, 2014


Greatness happens with vision, belief, motivation and support. The CCCC and TRG share a common vision to empower young lives to reach the unthinkable! This latest installment will have two camps to facilitate youth from ages 6-18, beginner to advanced!


Season Tickets available soon!


*In partnership with The Carver Community Cultural Center

*All events at The Carver Community Cultural Center unless noted


More exciting events on the way! Join our email list to stay posted

shows@therenaissanceguild.org
210.364.9501 • POB 12381• San Antonio, TX 78212
(All titles and dates subject to change)


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(*) 2013-2014 Theatre Season, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio

Drum Roll Please . . . .

The Renaissance Guild, San Antonio’s premier black theatre company would like to announce our 13th Season, the theme of which is:

We Are Who We Were: The Migration Project.

The project is an examination and celebration of the great migration of the twentieth century on the present day and its impact through the eyes of contemporary playwrights. Last season it was A Raisin in the Sun, this year will feature five mainstage productions that highlight the experience that changed the shape of American culture and history including leadership, family, religion and gender politics/responsibility.

For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf
by Ntozake Shange.

Black Nativity
by Langston Hughes

The Mountaintop
by Katori Hall

Having Our Say: The Delany Sister First 100 Years
by Sarah “Sadie” L. Delany, A. Elizabeth “Bessie” Delany, and Amy HillHearth

Crumbs from the Table of Joy
by Lynn Nottage

(*) ACT ONE SERIES, Renaissance Guild at Carver Center, San Antonio, May 10 - 12, 2013

 
(performing at the Jo Long Theatre at the Little Carver Civic Center, 226 N. Hackberry St., San Antonio - click for map)

presents

ActOne Series, XVI - Writer's Choice

AOS Co-Managers: Barbara Harris, Andrew Jacobi Jeter, Danielle King
May 10, 11 & 12, 2013
Venue: Little Carver Civic Center
Friday & Saturday: 8pm
Sunday: 4pm
Plays to be presented:

Putting Out Fires
Writer: Rebecca Burroughs
Director: Eric Pitty
Cast Size: 7-2 female/5 teenagers
Family Business
Writer: Kay Poiro
Director: Michelle Burnett
Cast Size: 3- 1 middle age-older male/2 females
Buzzard's Nest
Writer: Linda Lucretia Shuler
Director: Cedric Smith/Patsy Whitfield (A.D.)
Cast Size: 3 - 2 females/1 male
The Artistic Merits of Crayons
Writer: Christopher St. John Sampayo
Director: Ray Baird
Cast Size: 5- 2 females/3 males

A Natural Love
Writer: Kay Poiro
Director: Karen McPeters
Cast Size: 3- 1 females/2 males

Our Daily Wheat
Writer: Stephen Cedars
Director: Tina Castile/Andrew Jeter (A.D.)
Cast Size: 3 - 1 male/1 female, child

Omar
Writer: Eric Pitty
Director: TBA
Cast Size: 5 males

Lottie
Writer: Barry Sebastian
Director: Barbara Harris/AD

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Auditions in San Antonio for Act One Series, Renaissance Guild, March 14 and 21, 2013

Calling all Actors! ActOne Series~Vol XVI, "Writers Choice" -- Three performances of fresh one-Act Plays!
Global Writers-Local Actors-Exceptional Quality!
We are looking for actors ages 12-99, beginner or seasoned, of all colors, sizes, and ages are welcome! No preparation needed - be ready for cold readings from the scripts and a brief interview.Our theme for this ActOne Series is "Writer's Choice", so writers get to tell us what's on their mind!

Audition Dates: Thursdays March 14 & 21, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign-in at the Little Carver Civic Center, behind the big Carver Community Cultural Center, 226 N. Hackberry, SATX, 78202 (click for map) Audition results posted via our website &voice mail on Sunday, March 23, 8 pm. Performances will be May 10 - 12. Rehearsals will be evenings M&W or T&Th (no Friday rehearsals).
Some scripts may contain mature language and themes and will not be censored

About AOS. The ActOne Series was developed to provide avenue and a voice to writers. Once the pieces are selected, local playwrights will have the opportunity to to observe some of the rehearsals and address questions from directors and actors. The process culminates in two evenings of performances, when the writers get the opportunity to see their works come to life, local actors show their stuff on stage and the San Antonio community gets the opportunity to celebrate the work of their neighbors, friends and promising new theatre voices.

San Antonio Call for Scripts and Directors for One-Act Festival, Renaissance Guild, Deadlines February 20 and 21

 



Calling all Authors & Directors -- San Antonio's Premiere Black Theatre Company presents ActOne Series, Volume XVI

Scripts & Directors wanted! The AOS was developed to provide a venue and a voice to writers. Once the pieces are selected, local playwrights will have the opportunity to observe some of the rehearsals and address questions from directors and actors.

The process culminates in two evenings of performances on May 9 and 10, 2013, when the writers get the opportunity to see their works come to life, local actors show their stuff on stage and the San Antonio community gets the opportunity to celebrate the work of their neighbors, friends and promising new theatre voices.

Theme: "Writer's Choice", so writers can tell us what's on their mind!! Almost any topic goes: comedy, drama, religious, politics, love, hate, etc. We Want Your Words!

Guidelines: We are looking for copy written, unpublished works that have not been previously performed in the Southwest Region, 5 to 15 minutes in length (can be an excerpt from a longer piece), with a maximum of 6 characters, and little or no technical requirements. Although we are accepting scripts for roles for all actors ages 12-99, we are also looking for scripts that feature young actors ages 12-18 in this series. Submissions are strictly volunteer-non-equity.

For more details or information on Renaissance Guild's mission statement, visit our website: www.therenaissanceguild.org
Deadline for Script Submissions: February 20, 2013 (submission received after February 20, 2013 will be considered for future productions). Due to the large number of submissions, you may receive a response only if your script is chosen.

AOS Directors wanted! We are looking for directors for our next ActOne Series. Director applicants must be creative and able to work with people of all ages, genders, backgrounds, personalities and ethnicities. Deadline for Director Submissions - Feb 21, 2013 Experience - prior directing experience is a plus. Can be a novice, but must have some kind of theatre background (i.e. artistic or technical) and must be coachable. Novices will be mentored. Subject Matter - no censorship allowed. No text will be altered on scripts selected. Position is strictly volunteer-non equity. If you are interested please submit a resume, or bio, or letter of introduction including why you want to direct. Must be available to participate in audition process and conduct rehearsals. Audition date(s): March of 2013

Rehearsal dates: March 25 - May 8 Rehearsal days: M & W or Tu & TH (no Fridays) Rehearsal times: 6pm-7.30pm, or 7.30pm-9pm, based on cast schedule.
Each show will be rehearsed twice a week for 90 min. Rehearsal location: TBA

Script & Director submissions: Email preferred in Word or PDF format. Email to: actoneseries@therenaissanceguild.org or mail to The Renaissance Guild - ActOneSeries, Attn: Program Mgr., P.O. Box 12381 San Antonio, Texas 78212

AOS Co-Program Managers: John Martin-Fitzhugh & Danielle King. For More Information email: actoneseries@therenaissanceguild.org

Renaissance Guild San Antonio Seeks Young Male Actor (10-14) for 'A Raisin in the Sun'

"Raisin" by the Renaissance Guild in San Antonio still needs young male actor for role of Travis Younger! We are stil looking for a young actor for this role. Actor can be aged 10 to 14, African American or Hispanic. Role is non-equity. If interested please contact director Danielle King.

(*) Upcoming: THE BLACK NATIVITY by Langston Hughes, Renaissance Guild, San Antonio, December 14 - 16

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Additional Call in San Antonio for Male Actors for A Raisin in the Sun and Black Nativity, Renaissance Guild, November 20

 

Extra audition announced! Males needed for A Raisin in The Sun and Black Nativity !!

Audition Date: Tuesday, November 20, 6.30 pm at Rose of Sharon Ministries, 2030 Bible St, SAT, 78220. Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in. Actors are asked to prepare a one-minute audition piece and a one minute cutting from the play.

Set on Chicago's South Side, A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry revolves around the divergent dreams and conflicts within three generations of the Younger family: son Walter Lee, his wife Ruth, his sister Beneatha, his son Travis and matriarch Lena. When her deceased husband's insurance money comes through, Mama Lena dreams of moving to a new home and a better neighborhood in Chicago.

Walter Lee, a chauffeur, has other plans, however: buying a liquor store & being his own man. Beneatha dreams of medical school. The tensions and prejudice they face form this seminal American drama. Sacrifice, trust and love among the Younger family and their heroic struggle to retain dignity in a harsh and changing world is a searing and timeless document of hope & inspiration.

All positions are volunteer - non-Equity. Six Performances: February 15-24, 2013 ~ Friday & Saturday 8pm: Sunday: 4pm
Rehearsal dates: Dec 1, 2012 - Feb 14, 2013. Rehearsal days & times: To be determined based on cast schedules. Rehearsal location: TBA
For more info click here or call 210-656-0349, or email Raisin@therenaissanceguild.org

ALSO NEEDED, for Black Nativity:

Joseph ~ AA Male Actor - 20+

King ~ AA Male Actor & Singer - 25+

E-mail Danielle for more info.

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Auditions in San Antonio for A Raisin in the Sun, Renaissance Guild, November 15

The Carver Community Cultural Center & TRG announce open auditions for the award winning, African American family drama A Raisin in The Sun by Lorraine Hansberry, directed by Bill Lewis.

A Raisin in the Sun is set on Chicago’s South Side. The plot revolves around the divergent dreams and conflicts within three generations of the Younger family: son Walter Lee, his wife Ruth, his sister Beneatha, his son Travis and matriarch Lena. 

When her deceased husband’s insurance money comes through, Mama Lena dreams of moving to a new home and a better neighborhood in Chicago. Walter Lee, a chauffeur, has other plans, however: buying a liquor store and being his own man. Beneatha dreams of medical school. The tensions and prejudice they face form this seminal American drama. Sacrifice, trust and love among the Younger family and their heroic struggle to retain dignity in a harsh and changing world is a searing and timeless document of hope and inspiration.

Actors are asked to prepare a one minute audition piece and a one minute cutting from the play. All positions are volunteer – non-Equity.

Audition Date: Thursday, November 15, 2012, 6.30PM. Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign-in. Location: Little Carver Civic Center, 226 N. Hackberry, SATX, 78202 (click for map)
Six performances, February 15-24, 2013 ~ Friday & Saturday 8pm: Sunday: 4pm at the Jo Long Theatre, Carver Community Cultural Center

For more info visit www.therenaissanceguild.org, call 210-656-0349, or email Raisin@therenaissanceguild.org

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Additional San Antonio Auditions for The Black Nativity, Renaissance Guild, October 4 and 11

BLACK NATIVITY AUDITIONS EXTENDED! Remaining Audition Dates: Thursdays, October 4 and 11, 6.30PM No appointment needed! Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in. Location: Little Carver Civic Center, 226 N. Hackberry, SATX 78202 (click for map)
The Carver Community Cultural Center & the renaissance guild announce auditions for their annual production of the hit Gospel Song Play by Langston Hughes; director: Danielle King. A soulful retelling of the Christmas story with a predominately black cast, with narrative, pantomime, gospel songs and folk spirituals, a unique creation of the prolific poet and playwright Langston Hughes. Four Performances: Dec 14-16, 2012 ~ Friday: 8pm, Saturday: 3pm and8pm, Sunday: 4pm

We are looking for actors, singers, church musicians, & church praise dancers of all ages, 10-99! There will be speaking & non-speaking roles. Beginner or seasoned actors of all colors, sizes, and ages are welcome! All actors & singers must be able to perform basic dance movement. All positions are volunteer - Non-Equity.

Actor roles needed:
Joseph, African American male (age 20-30)
Mary, African American female (age 18-25 )
Narrator, (3) African American male (age 45-65 )
Narrator (3) African American female (age 45-65 )
Male, Any Ethnicity (age 25–45 ) Female, Any Ethnicity (age 25–45 )
Shepherds (4), Any Ethnicity, male (1 age 8-60 )
Wise Men (3), Any Ethnicity, male (age 30-60 )
Minister, Male, Any Ethnicity (age 35–65 )
Townspeople/Church Members, Any Ethnicity (age 10-99 )
Actors: prepare a 1 minute dramatic monologue and be prepared for cold readings from the script

Singers: all registers and gospel styles needed.Singers: come prepared with 32 bars of a memorized gospel/Christian song of your choice, a cappella or with a CD TRACK (PLEASE NO iPODs, CDs ONLY!)

Praise Dancers: come prepared with 32 bars of choreographed dance routine in costume. Can be individual or group of dancers.

Walk-in auditions-Appointments available if requested. Please email admin@therenaissanceguild.org or call (210) 656-0349 for an audition time. Spaces are limited! Audition results: posted via website and on our voicemail box on Monday, Oct 15, 6 pm (subject to change)

Rehearsals dates: Oct 23 – Dec 13 -- Rehearsal days: Mon – Friday, an occasional Saturday if needed. Rehearsal times: 6.30 -9pm, based on cast schedule. Rehearsal location: TBA

Contact: For more information visit therenaissanceguild.org, or call (210) 656-0349

2012-2013 Theatre Season for Renaissance Guild, San Antonio

2012 - 2013 Season
honoring Paul Riddle, Jr.

Season 12 GALA
Oct 20 at Little Carver Center

 

Black Nativity
Dec 14-16 at Jo Long Theatre

Martin Luther King, Jr. March
Jan 21 - MLK Academy

A Raisin In The Sun
by Lorraine Hansberry
Feb 15-24 - Jo Long Theatre

ActOne Series
May 10 & 11

Summer Camp for Kids
June- Jo Long Theatre

Summer Musical (TBA)
July 2013

Auditions in San Antonio for Langston Hughes' The Black Nativity, Renaissance Guild, September 20 - October 7

The Carver Community Cultural Center and The Renaissance Guild announce auditions for their annual production of the hit gospel song play The Black Nativity by Langston Hughes, directed by Danielle King. It's a soulful retelling of the Christmas story with a predominately black cast, with narrative, pantomime, gospel songs and folk spirituals, a unique creation of the prolific poet and playwright Langston Hughes. Four Performances: Dec 14-16, 2012 ~ Friday: 8pm, Saturday: 3pm and 8pm, Sunday: 4pm

We are looking for actors, singers, church musicians, and church praise dancers of all ages, 10-99! There will be speaking and non-speaking roles. Beginner or seasoned actors of all colors, sizes, and ages are welcome! All actors and singers must be able to perform basic dance movement. All positions are volunteer - non-Equity. Audition dates are Thursdays, Sept 20, 27, & Oct 4th 6.30 p.m.. Auditions by appointment preferred. Walk-in auditions based on open availability. Location: Little Carver Civic Center, 226 N. Hackberry, SATX, 78202 (click for map). Please arrive 15 minutes early to sign in

Singers: all registers and gospel styles needed.Come prepared with 32 bars of a memorized gospel/Christian song of your choice, a cappella or with a CD TRACK (PLEASE NO iPODs, CDs ONLY!)

Praise Dancers: come prepared with 32 bars of choreographed dance routine in costume. Can be individual or group of dancers.
 
Please email admin@therenaissanceguild.org or call (210) 656-0349 for an audition time. Spaces are limited! Audition results: posted via website and on our voicemail box on Monday, Oct 15, 6 pm (subject to change)
 
Rehearsal dates: Oct 23 - Dec 13, Mon - Friday, 6.30 -9pm, based on cast schedule and an occasional Saturday if needed. Rehearsal location: TBA For additional audition information and list o roles with character descriptions click here or call (210) 656-0349

Death of Paul Riddle, Jr., Co-Founder of San Antonio's Renaissance Guild Theatre

The Renaissance Guild is saddened to announce that Paul Riddle, Jr., president & co-founder of San Antonio's premiere Black theatre company, passed away suddenly on Friday, April 20.

Funeral arrangements are pending and the company will inform members once they are finalized.

Please keep the Riddle Family lifted up in prayer as they go through this time of transition.

The Renaissance Guild, founded in January of 2001 by Latrelle Bright, Danielle King and Paul Riddle, Jr., is a non-profit organization dedicated to the examination, preservation, and celebration of the Black experience through theatre; providing educational outreach programs to the San Antonio community and surrounding areas, and providing opportunities for artistic expression to people of color.

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