Max Langert writes dialogue that pops and crackles, not just for the jokes but also because it springs from the characters. They speak to one another in the quick shorthand of coworkers under stress. Folks who know one another, perhaps too well. They can telegraph their messages, and they can needle one another persistently in an effort to keep a chaotic situation on track. There's no time or patience for introspection in the teachers' lounge at an urban Austin middle school.
The setting recalls many another farce, movie or situation comedy set in a work environment. Define your characters, set 'em to bounce off one another under stress, give 'em unexpected surprises, and let it rip. Langert sets up the qurks, director Ed Harrelson cranks up speed, and an assured cast of actors converts the characters into individuals.
It may be summertime, but school is still in session!
TEACHER, TEACHER
Loaded Gun Theory and Austin Scriptworks member Max Langert team up for a zany new comedy about what teachers are really up to when class is over. School buses run amok and zombie students attack, but at least there's plenty of coffee!
Teacher, Teacher is being directed by E.D. Harrelson and stars Jessica Medina, Louise Martin, Jeanne Harris, Robert Dieke, Ian King and Travis Holmes.
June 12,13, 17-20, and 25-27 at 8:00pm Tickets: $18/$15 for ACoT/Teachers Austin Scriptworks Benefit Night June 17th - 50% of proceeds donated to Austin Scriptworks Special Artist night June 18th - $15/13 for ACoT/Teachers (online only!) Performances at the Off Center, 2211-A Hidalgo Street
Wednesday June 17th is Scriptworks night Join us on Wednesday June 17th for a benefit for Austin Scriptworks. A grant from them is helping us put on "Teacher, Teacher" and so we're giving back 50% of proceeds from that night to their "Finer Point" grant fund.
We'd like to encourage all writers and those who appreciate new works to head out in support. You can buy your tickets for that night here:
http://lgt.buyplaytix.com
Teacher, Teacher is presented with assistance from Austin Script Works through their Finer Points Fund for new play production
Loaded Gun is a sponsored project of the Austin Circle of Theatres
Loaded Gun Theory is excited to be casting for its next show, Teacher Teacher, for production June 12th-27th. Looking for Actors/Actresses who are old enough to have earned a teacher's certificate. Auditions are at the Dougherty Arts Center Tuesday April 21st at 7:30PM, and are cold readings from the script. To schedule an audition call 280-4795 or email auditions@loadedguntheory.com.
Teacher, Teacher is a great new script by Max Langert that takes place in the teacher's lounge of a Texas high school. There are tornados, unconcious principals, stowaway teachers, and a runaway bus on the way to Mexico. You won't want to miss this hilarious comedy.
