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ACTORS THEATRE NEWS & SPECIAL EVENTS
For a complete list of current press releases, please see Press Room
DOWNTOWN ARENA CONSTRUCTION
Due to construction of the downtown arena at Second and Main, there may be traffic delays. Call 502-584-1205 or check back here for up to date information on any known delays. From now until the arena opens, the northern parking lane on Main Street between Second and Third will be closed for arena construction.
Currently Third Street between River Road and Main will have a sidewalk and curb lane closed; additonal lane closures on Third Street may occur as construction ensues, however traffic will be rerouted on River Road should this occur. The sidewalk on Second Street between River Road and Main will also be closed.
Addtionally there are lane closures are on the north side of Main Street between First and Second, related to utility work. This is currently only causing slight delays during morning rush hour.
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LIMITED-EDITION ACTORS THEATRE STERLING SILVER PIN
To celebrate our very own award-winning Actors Theatre of Louisville, Actors Associates commissioned silversmith Joe Schmidlin to create a special piece that would pay tribute to Actors Theatre's decades of distinction. The artist captured Actors Theatre's unique identity with this beautiful, detailed sterling rendering of its historic façade.Those who value Actors Theatre's place in the world of theatre, in our community, and in their own arts experience will want this exceptional piece to wear as a pin, on a lapel or as a necklace to honor Actors Theatre's place in our hearts.
Acquire your own sterling silver Actors Theatre honorary pin from the Humana Festival Bookstore at Actors Theatre for $90. You can also order your pin by mail using this order form. For more information, contact Allison Hammons at (502) 584-1265 or AHammons@ActorsTheatre.org
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HUMANA FESTIVAL SPECIAL EVENTS, PANELS & WORKSHOPS
HUMANA FESTIVAL LOCALS PASS
Mar 5 - 7, go to as many plays you can for only $40!
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GALLERY AT ACTORS
Lloyd Kelly
Opening Reception Mar 5, 5 - 7 p.m. in conjunction with First Friday Trolley Hop, food provided by Panera Bread
Exhibition runs thru Apr 19
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HUMANA FESTIVAL EVENTS
This year, you will have more opportunities than ever before to interact
with American theatre’s most prestigious practitioners. Enjoy all of
the following cocktail parties, receptions and discussions for free! All
events at Actors Theatre unless otherwise noted. Don’t miss out, mark
your calendar today!
Humana Festival Opening Party
February 25, 7 p.m., Actors Theatre lobbies
Join Actors Theatre in kicking off the 34th Humana Festival at this Derby City party! This free
event, featuring delicious fare from local restaurants, Humana Festival memorabilia, giveaways
and more, will bring in the festival with much-deserved fanfare!
Food provided courtesy of:
Bistro 301 Cake Flour Intermezzo Café & Cabaret
Mayan Café Patrick O’Shea’s Proof on Main
Rivue Saffron’s Persian Restaurant The Sweet Tooth
Varanese Vincenzo’s Volare Italian Ristorante
Gin and Topic on the Town
Meet Humana Festival actors and artists from around the country at locations
throughout the city for brief presentations followed by casual conversation and cocktails.
February 18, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Varanese, 2106 Frankfort Ave. with artists from Sirens
March 4, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Patrick O’Shea’s 123 W Main Street with artists from fissures: lost and found
March 18, 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Proof on Main, 702 W Main Street with artists from Ground
Behind-the-Scenes Events
Join us for light refreshments and a sneak peek at the rehearsal process to see what happens
just hours before a play takes the stage. Tickets are free but required. Call 502-584-1205.
Ground
February 27
7 p.m. Reception with light refreshments (cash bar) on the Mezzanine
7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Open Rehearsal in the Pamela Brown Auditorium balcony
The Cherry Sisters Revisited
March 16
7 p.m. Reception with light appetizers provided by Proof on Main (cash bar) on the Mezzanine
7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Open Rehearsal in the Pamela Brown Auditorium balcony
Theatre Professionals Weekend Soiree
March 20, 10:30 p.m.
Patrick O’Shea’s, 123 W Main Street
This late night casual gathering—hosted by Patrick O’Shea’s, that allows locals to welcome the
theatre industry’s finest and toast the festival, is always an event to remember.
Humana Festival Poster Artist
March 12
reception at 6 p.m. (cash bar)
presentation at 7 p.m.
the Green Building, 732 E Market Street
Free for LGDA members, $15 for non-members, $10 for students
RSVP events@LGDA.org (RSVP is strongly encouraged—this event has very limited seating capacity)
Hear illustrator Richard Wilkinson speak about his work and the creation of this year’s Humana
Festival poster. This event is held in cooperation with the Louisville Graphic Design Association.
Humana Festival Gala
March 27. 10 p.m., Actors Theatre Lobbies
Join us in our lobby spaces for an evening of food and drink at the closing celebration for the
Humana Festival. Free and open to the public, the Gala is your opportunity to join producers,
directors, critics and more in sending off the 34th Humana Festival. An amazing night to end
an astonishing festival.
PANEL DISCUSSIONS AND WORKSHOPS
Get more involved in the festival and learn more about the hot topics
in theatre today from the leaders in the field. Tickets are free but
required. Call 502-584-1205.
Meet the Creative Team of Heist!
March 13, 12 p.m., Pamela Brown Auditorium
DIY Theatre Co:
Starting Your Own Theatre Company
March 14, 11:30 a.m., Pamela Brown Auditorium
From the Rehearsal Room to the World Tour:
How Ensemble Theatre Companies are Shaping New Play Development
March 21, 11:30 a.m., Pamela Brown Auditorium
A discussion with representatives from ensemble theatre companies and presenting
organizations about revolutionizing the process of creating new work and bringing it to a
theatre near you.
Investing in the Future of Theatre:
The Relationship Between New Plays and Trustees
March 26, 10 a.m., Bingham Theatre
Each year new plays are developed and produced in record number across the country with
the support of board members and trustees. Join a national panel of trustees and new play
supporters as we investigate this special partnership and where it is headed.
Support Women Artists Now:
Conversation on Women in the Arts
March 28, 11 a.m., Bingham Theatre
co-sponsored by the Kentucky Foundation for Women
Join Kentucky Foundation for Women, Actors Theatre of Louisville and a line-up of exciting theatermakers for a conversation about women in the arts, in celebration of International SWAN Day (Support Women Artists Now). By focusing attention on the work of women artists, SWAN Day helps people imagine what the world might be like if women’s art and perspectives were fully integrated into all of our live
ACTORS THEATRE CELEBRATES THE LIFE
OF LONGTIME COMPANY MEMBER RAY FRAY
On May 17 Actors Theatre held a memorial service for Ray Fry, who passed away on May 4, 2009.
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ACTORS TEXT CLUB
Receive exclusive last-minute ticket deals via text
message! To join simply e-mail your name and cell number (including
area code) with "Actors Text Club" in the subject line or text "I'm in"
to 502-794-7089.
Your privacy is very important—we will never share your cell phone number
and will only send text message discount info to you 1-2 times a month.
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GIFT CERTIFICATES
Available in any denomination and packaged in attractive gold folders,
Actors Gift Certificates are an open invitation to great entertainment
all year long. Matching gift boxes, enclosure cards and bows available.
Stop by the box office.
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Season
Find out what plays are on stage and coming up, as well as season ticket information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Curious about what to wear or where to eat? Check out the answers here
to these questions and more.
Restaurant and
Bar
Enjoy casual dining in a unique atmosphere at Intermezzo Cafe.
Gallery at Actors
Enhance your Actors experience — browse our lobby gallery before
taking
your seat for the performance.
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Get here on time with our directions and parking info.
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