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09.24.09

Backstage interview with members of HARP from Rep Radio

Darnell Radford from Rep Radio interviewed the members of HARP backstage.

Here is a link to the podcast on Facebook.

You can also find it on itunes.

Thanks to Darnell and Rep Radio! You can check out what represented theater company is doing here.

09.24.09

Critics say The Hear Again Radio Project is a Success!

Check out these reviews of The Hear Again Radio Project at

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Phawker.com

Also, coming soon you will be able to hear complete recordings of each of the five radio scripts we broadcasted during this years Fringe! Check back at aspirearts.org to download them soon.

09.03.09

The Hear Again Radio Project - Reserve yourself a seat to the live show

click here to visit the fringe website and order your tickets!

Friday, September 4th @ 5:30pm
Saturday, September 5th @ 11am
Sunday, September 6th @ 11a, 5pm, 7pm & 9pm

Caplan Studio Theater
211 South Broad St, 16th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102



Or, if you can't make it to the live show you can tune in right here during any of those show times to hear it live as we stream it through the magic of the internet: Live Video streaming by Ustream


07.29.09

HARP tickets on Sale Now!!!

Click here to visit the fringe website to order your tickets!
Listen to Promo #1
Listen to Promo #2

Journey back to yester-year when Guys were tough and Dames were tougher! Vintage Radio Drama, like Suspense and Lights Out, complete with organ stings, live sound effects & classic commercials; all performed live. Join us in Studio, or listen at home through the magic of the internet. Bring your friends and family to experience the wonder of live radio drama. It’s better than you can imagine! Two different radio plays performed at each performance.

Hear Again Radio Project …because things are so much nicer when you’re Hear Again!

Caplan Studio Theater
211 South Broad St, 16th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Friday, September 4th @ 5:30pm
Saturday, September 5th @ 11am
Sunday, September 6th @ 11a, 5pm, 7pm & 9pm


07.01.09

$12 Workshops on the 12th
"Synchronicity"

photo courtesy of Stephen Poff
A World Premier Workshop
Produced by Aspire Arts
Created and Facilitated by Nathan Emmons
Sunday July 12th, 2009
11:00am-3:00pm
The Arts Bank - 601 South Broad Street
Course Cost: Sponsored by Aspire- only $12 per student!

Come actors, come writers, come musicians, come movers, come all! We're looking for people who want to delve into movement for the stage, imagination for the story, and music for the soundtrack. In this workshop you will look to integrate elements of music, movement and theatre by looking very closely at how the body moves in space to tell a story, and setting these movements to music. Incorporating techniques from world-renowned mime Jewel Walker, we will explore what the body can express on stage through movement, aiming as an ensemble to create a short, simple piece which we'll set to music and sound effects of your choice. With guest instructor Nathan Emmons. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Register below through paypal.


06.28.09

Rep Radio Interview with Jenn

Click here to listen to Chris Morse from Represnted Theater Company's interview with our own Jenn MacMillan.

06.23.09

Hear Again Radio Project



Make things Brighter with the hear again radio project.

Click here to listen.
Click here for show dates and information.

Hear Again Radio Project …because things are so much nicer when you’re Hear Again!



06.19.09

Dragon Boat Pics

Click to see the full size pic (photos courtesy of Santiago Montana)

06.18.09

Dragon Boats a Big Success!

We had a lot of fun bringing you a great day of multi-disciplinary entertainment on June 6th at this year's Independence Dragon Boat Regatta. Mayor Nutter had fun too - here is a picture of the Aspire Gang with the mayor. Stay tuned for some more pictures from the exciting day.

06.05.09

It's Coming!!! - The Hear Again Radio Project

Click the above picture to listen to our first promo. Click here to find out more about HARP.

05.19.09

Artists announced for Dragon Boats

June 6th , St. Joe's Boathouse, Schuylkill River, be there!

Artists Performing (click the link to find out more about each artist):
8:45 amSela
9:35 amKathleen Kane
10:25 amTamesha Hawkins with the Dave Cifelli Quintet
11:20 amMambugur (Grandfather) & Tales of the Dogon
12:20 pmJohnston Michaels and the Peppermint Orchestra
1:10 pm Jason Knight
2:00 pm Fusion 2
3:00 pm Suspect 9
3:50 pmSwift Technique

05.01.09

$12 workshop series!!!

Our first workshop, Spontaneuos Collaborative Play with Ed Swidey, was such a hit, that we have decided to start a series we are calling "The $12 Workshop Series" after the ridiculous low price we charge for our top notch instruction. Stay tuned for more details as we confirm workshops for throughout the summer and fall.

In the mean time, check out this video from Spontaneuos Collaborative play to see what you missed. You should also check out Instructor, Ed Swidey in Hedgegrow Theater Company's production of White Room , playing now till May 10.

Instructor Ed Swidey and Jenn MacMillan give an introduction for an exercise performed by workshop participants Peter Danzig, Jan Michener, and Connie Koppe

04.24.09

Auditions - The Hear Again Radio Project

Aspire Arts will be holding auditions for “The Hear Again Radio Project”, directed by Darin J Dunston on Sunday May 3 from 6-11pm. Rehearsals begin Mid August and shows will run over Labor Day weekend (Sept 4-6) as a part of the Fringe Festival.

Seeking men & women of all ages and types for Old Time Radio Drama, performed live before a studio audience. Nothing to prepare, just bring your headshot, resume, flair for the dramatic, and yourself.

Cold Readings: sides will be provided. Character actors, recent graduates, and new faces are welcome. Contact Jenn MacMillan for an audition slot at jennmacmillan@aspirearts.org There will be a small honorarium involved for the actors chosen to work on the project.

03.04.09

Spontaneous
Collaborative Play

photo courtesy of Jeff Kubina
A World Premier Workshop
Produced by Aspire Arts
Created and Facilitated by Ed Swidey
Sunday April 5th, 2009
10:00am-2:00pm
The Painted Bride Arts Center
Course Cost: Sponsored by Aspire- only $12 per student!

Break through self imposed restrictions to find joy and freedom in your creative work!

Master Craftsman Ed Swidey draws from Laban's Efforts of Human Movement and the exciting vocal work of the Roy Hart Theatre, to create a world premier workshop that focuses on true personal, full-bodied expression within a group context - the heart of all great theatre. Learn to put a sense of play into (or back into) your work. Shrug off fear of ridicule, explore impulses, and break through the barriers that halt creativity. Spontaneous Collaborative Play helps both the beginning and seasoned creative artist generate work that is alive, refreshing and fun! Play well with others - act outside the vacuum - open up to all the creative potential inside and around you. Join us on April 5th 2009 from 10:00am-2:00pm at The Painted Bride Arts Center at 230 Vine St. Philadelphia, Pa. 19106.

Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Click here to register and to find out more about Ed Swidey.


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