“Jack & the Beanstalk” opens 3-weekend run March 1

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The Brush Creek Players are opening the 2024 season with Jack & the Beanstalk, written by Michael Wood and Em Wood and directed by Linda Zellner. Our annual children & youth production opens Friday, March 1, and will run for three weekends, with performances at 7 pm on Fridays & Saturdays and matinees at 2 pm on Sundays. The final weekend of the run also includes a 2 pm Saturday matinee on March 16. The play is being produced by arrangement with Evander Dramatic Press.

Reserved seat tickets can be purchased at the show’s ticketing website https://our.show/bcp-beanstalk (yes, that’s a brand-new feature at Brush Creek!) for just $12 ($10 for children, seniors 60 and over, and students).

Performances
Fri. Mar 1st 2024, 7:00 pm
Sat. Mar 2nd 2024, 7:00 pm
Sun. Mar 3rd 2024, 2:00 pm
Fri. Mar 8th 2024, 7:00 pm
Sat. Mar 9th 2024, 7:00 pm
Sun. Mar 10th 2024, 2:00 pm
Fri. Mar 15th 2024, 7:00 pm
Sat. Mar 16th 2024, 2:00 pm
Sat. Mar 16th 2024, 7:00 pm
Sat. Mar 17th 2024, 2:00 pm

About the Play!
This is the second time that Jack and his adventures have graced the Brush Creek stage, and we are very excited to once again host this collection of marvelous characters. The story itself is hundreds, and perhaps even thousands, of years old, but our play is a fresh and particularly entertaining take on the story.

You will see Jack, his mother, the Peddler, and the Giant, of course. But you will
also see mysterious fairies, a princess, and the giant’s wife – as well as three helpful gnomes who help Jack on his adventures (although he often doubts that they are quite as “helpful” as they believe they are).

Although at times Jack’s tale is presented as a “message” tale, complete with one or more “morals of the story,” the present play is best viewed as a traditional farce, a humorous tale written with no real purpose beyond the enjoyment of those involved, whether the actors, the audience, or a reader.

Come, join the adventure, and enjoy the ride!

 

If you have questions about the production or need to discuss group ticket purchases of 8 or more, please contact Michael Wood (via voice or text) at 503-508-3682.

“Further MISAdventures of the Seven Dwarfs” opens 3-weekend run on Friday, Feb. 24

Brush Creek is launching its 2023 season with the return of one of our favorite shows, the Further MISAdventures of the Seven Dwarfs. This crowd-pleaser brings back the seven dwarfs for a romp through the collected tales of the Brothers Grimm. Did you know that a dwarf helped Rapunzel and her prince? Helped Hansel & Gretel escape the Gingerbread House? No? Well, then maybe you need to learn the real story.

The 2023 children & youth production is directed by Linda Zellner, whose cast is hard at work bringing the Three Little Pigs and all the others to life. The show opens on Friday, February 24 and runs three weekends to close Sunday, March 12. Performances are at 7 pm on Fridays and Saturdays, with a 2 pm matinee each Sunday.

Tickets are $10 ($8 for children 12 and under, seniors 60 and over, and students) and they are available at Brush Creek’s two ticket-selling partners — Runaway Art & Craft Studio on South Commercial (CASH or CREDIT) in Salem and Books N Time on Water Street (CASH ONLY) in downtown Silverton. You can also can buy tickets at the door beginning 30 minutes before each performance.

The Further MISAdventures of the Seven Dwarfs, written by Emily Wood and Michael Wood, is performed by arrangement with Evander Dramatic Press.

Brush Creek continues 2022 with long-time favorite “Snow White” from June 10-26

Brush Creek is continuing the 2022 season with the return of one of our biggest crowd-pleasers, The Brothers Grimm Tale of Snow White, directed by Linda Zellner.

The Brothers Grimm Tale of Snow White is Michael Wood’s adaptation of the classic tale, performed by arrangement with Evander Dramatic Press.

The beautiful and innocent princess, hated and pursued by the vain and evil queen, touches the heart of even the most suspicious of the dwarfs when she stumbles across them in the forest. But the queen is not done with her yet!

Brush Creek has performed this particular play twice before, and the productions were so well received by audience and cast alike that they even led to a sequel! We are very excited about our 2022 production of this delightful tale!

Every character in the play has his or her moment to shine, from the most innocent of the dwarfs to the castle steward!

Tickets go on sale June 4 — as always, tickets are just $10 ($8 for children 12 and under, seniors 60 and older, and students with ID). They can be purchased in advance at either of our ticket-selling partners:

Runaway Art & Craft Studio, LLC
4675 Commercial Street SE, Salem (in the Cherry City Center, right next to Big 5)
Open Tuesdays thru Saturdays from 10 to 6 and Sundays from 11 to 5 (closed Mondays).
(503)881-6270

Books-N-Time
210 N Water Street, Silverton
(503)874-4311

Tickets are also available at the door beginning 30 minutes before each performance. For questions or group sales, contact Michael Wood at (503)508-3682.

Brush Creek announces the cast of “Castle of the Rose” (updated June 24)

Director Michael Wood is pleased to announce the cast of Castle of the Rose — the Real Story of the Beauty and her Beast, the 2019 summer teen & young adult production.

Brush Creek has a large number of talented young actors who will help make this show a success. The show, which runs from August 9-18, brings to life an original script, written by Emily Wood and Michael Wood, that provides a fresh look at the classic tale. About the Brush Creek production, Michael said, “This is not Disney’s show, of course. Belle has a lot more going on in her family than just a widowed father. And the beast in Brush Creek’s tale is no stranger to tragedy, and there is certainly more to him than a simple spoiled prince.”

The cast is led by Anna Hall as Belle and Leo Barker as the Beast, but Michael notes that the real strength of the production is the ensemble of characters that will bring both Belle’s family home and the Rose Castle to life.

The Cast of Castle of the Rose: The Real Tale of the Beauty and Her Beast

The Beauty and her Family and Friends:

Anna Hall plays Belle Beauchêne: The beautiful and kind young lady wants more than the ordinary life of a French country lady – but Belle isn’t entirely sure what that means. 

Tristan Craig plays Pierre Beauchêne: Belle’s father, Pierre is a widower who has, perhaps, indulged his children throughout their lives more than he should have.

Eleri Rodrigues plays Eloise Beauchêne: Belle’s younger sister, Eloise has a sharp, quick wit and knows more than her siblings realize.

Catie McCarty plays Marie Beauchêne: Belle’s older sister, Marie treasures the stories of the family’s wealthy past and is always looking to bring the return of that prosperity. How far will she go to get her way?

Grace Payton plays Nicolas Beauchêne: Belle’s younger brother and the youngest sibling, Nicolas is shrewd and calculating. He cares more about his family than he would admit, but will his games bring them all to ruin?

Dakota Thompson plays André Beauchêne: The oldest of the Beauchêne siblings, André is the most straightforward of them all, with a strong sense of honor and a simple approach to the world. He will fight to protect his sisters.

Dylan Vandehey plays Jean-Baptiste Fortier: A noble soldier and a friend of André’s, Jean-Baptiste has set his cap for André’s middle sister, much to the chagrin of both Belle and Marie (and to the amusement of Eloise and Nicolas). He, too, is willing to fight for at least one of André’s sisters.

Evelyne Rose Smith plays Nathalie Beauchêne: André’s wife, Nathalie tolerates – but only just – living with her husband’s family because of their reduced means. She is proud of her connections and her family’s past, but they may hold a surprise or two.

Zack Parsons plays Martin Charpentier: A friend and fellow officer to André and Jean-Baptiste, Martin is also a bit of a rogue who is always on the lookout for a profitable adventure. Looting a castle is right up his alley!

Reese Johnston plays René Gagné: A trooper in Martin’s cavalry unit, René is also Martin’s confidante when it comes to making mischief. He may be an even bigger rogue than his commander and mentor.

Eli Stenerson plays Young André, who is André’s older son and namesake.

Tess Dettwyler plays Adélaïde, who is André’s daughter, named in memory of André’s mother.

Emmett Stenerson plays Young Pierre, who is André’s younger son, named after André’s father.

The Denizens of the Castle:

Leo Barker plays Gaspard L’Evere: Angry at the world and believing that he failed his parents, Gaspard has become a true beast in the isolated splendor of what was once a grand castle.

Jewell Manley plays Ysabeau L’Evere: A mother alive only in the Beast’s memories (or perhaps?), Ysabeau died protecting her son from attack, but her death plunged him into the depths of despair and self-loathing.

Emily Wood plays Pascal Lemaire: The Seneschal of the Castle of the Rose, Pascal has sacrificed a great deal in service to the L’Evere family – and he remains at the post despite the passing decades…or is that centuries?

Lauren Stenerson plays Annette Fournier: A lowly cook’s apprentice when the great tragedy occurred, Annette is now the only cook the Castle of the Rose has known for many years.

Rianna Nowlin plays Gabrielle Neuville: A relatively new tutor for the young prince when the great tragedy occurred, Gabrielle has remained at her post longer than she planned…and longer than anyone had a right to expect.

Macie Nowlin plays Céline Leclerc: The loyal personal maid to Lady Ysabeau, Céline no longer had a role when Ysabeau left the castle – so she has become a gardener, in order to ensure that her lady’s precious roses thrive.

Alaina Reed plays Brigitte Dubois: The Castle of the Rose’s housekeeper, Brigitte decided after the Crisis that it was more important that the castle had effective defenses than that the rooms were swept regularly, so she took it upon herself to become the castle’s new Marshal, turning the chambermaids into castle guardsmen.

Charlie Dettwyler plays Thérèse Moulin: One of only two remaining chambermaids-turned-guardsmen, Thérèse misses her days lighting the fires and questions the value of Madam Dubois’ drills and exercises. 

Jewell Manley plays Sophie Robert: A chambermaid-turned-guardsman, Sophie has reached a point where she is satisfied with her new life and is certainly not interested in seeing any further changes.

Come join the fun opening night — Friday, August 9 — at 7 pm!

Auditions for “Castle of the Rose” May 27 & 28

Open Auditions: 7 pm, Monday, May 27 and 7 pm, Tuesday, May 28 — at Brush Creek Playhouse (11535 Silverton Rd, Silverton)
Brush Creek will be holding open auditions for Castle of the Rose, written by Emily Wood and Michael Wood.  It is a romantic fantasy based on the classic tale “La Belle et la Bete” aka “Beaty and the Beast.” Michael Wood will be directing, with the capable assistance of Michele Nowlin again this year.
This is NOT Disney’s show, of course — but Belle has a lot more going on in her family than a widowed father. And the beast in Brush Creek’s tale is no stranger to tragedy, and is certainly more than a simple spoiled prince.
This is going to be fun! But it will require a full cast of solid actors. As always, actors and would-be actors aged teens thru mid-20s are welcome to audition, because we have a range of parts to fill of all shapes and sizes!
So—-auditions will be at 7 pm Monday, May 27 and 7 pm, Tuesday, May 28.
The show itself will run weekends from August 2 thru 18, so you’ll want to get those dates (and Tech Week) on your calendars as well.
Feel free to contact Michael at 503-508-3682 or at mdwelpis@comcast.net with any questions. Or if you can’t make either of the auditions but you’d like a part in the show. He can figure something out to give you a chance to read.

“The Pirate Paradise: Legend of Libertalia” runs Feb. 22 thru March 10

Brush Creek kicks off our 2019 season with this year’s children & youth performance, “The Pirate Paradise: Legend of Libertalia”

Get your tickets today!

The Pirate Paradise: Legend of Libertalia opens its 3-weekend run on Friday, February 22, with evening performances at 7 pm on Fridays & Saturdays and matinees at 2 pm on Saturdays & Sundays. The show is directed by Linda Zellner (assisted by Emily Wood) based on a script by Emily Wood and Michael Wood. The production includes two complete casts, with actors aged 5 through 17.

This twist on the typical swashbuckling tale finds an orchid-hunter from Victorian England shipwrecked on an island where he finds a lost world from the great Age of Piracy — a “pirate paradise” where democracy and equal rights for all hold sway in the midst of the usual thieving, gambling and piracy. But all is not well in Libertalia, as he soon discovers, and his arrival triggers a series of events that may very well cause the end of this “paradise” — and puts at risk the bold pirate captain who captures his heart with her spirit and her taste for risking everything on an occasional throw of the dice.

Shipboard battles, sword fights, fiery battles for the city, trials where everything hangs in the balance, a love story, and even a touch of music — The Pirate Paradise offers it all! And both our young casts (ages 5 to 17) bring the show to life with hard work, energy & enthusiasm.

Reserved seat tickets are available for $10 each ($8 for seniors 60 and over, children 12 and under, and students) at Books-N-Time at 210 N. Water Street in downtown Silverton and at Runaway Art & Craft Studio at 311 NE Commercial Street in downtown Salem. The remaining tickets for each performance are available at the door beginning 30 minutes before curtain — those interested in attending should try to arrive no later than 10 minutes before the scheduled curtain.
 
For questions or group ticket purchases, please call Michael Wood at (503)508-3682.

“The Pirate Paradise: Legend of Libertalia” runs Feb 22 thru March 10

Brush Creek kicks off our 2019 season with this year’s children & youth performance. The Pirate Paradise: Legend of Libertalia opens its 3-weekend run on Friday, February 22, with evening performances at 7 pm on Fridays & Saturdays and matinees at 2 pm on Saturdays & Sundays. The show is directed by Linda Zellner (assisted by Emily Wood) based on a script by Emily Wood and Michael Wood.
 
This twist on the typical swashbuckling tale finds an orchid-hunter from Victorian England shipwrecked on an island where he finds a lost world from the great Age of Piracy — a “pirate paradise” where democracy and equal rights for all hold sway in the midst of the usual thieving, gambling and piracy. But all is not well in Libertalia, as he soon discovers, and his arrival triggers a series of events that may very well cause the end of this “paradise” — as well as endanger the bold pirate captain who captures his heart with her spirit and taste for risking everything on an occasional throw of the dice.
 
Shipboard battles, sword fights, fiery battles for the city, trials where everything hangs in the balance, a love story, and even a touch of music — “The Pirate Paradise” offers it all. And both our young casts (ages 5 to 17) bring the show to life with hard work, energy & enthusiasm.
You can get your reserved seat tickets beginning January 30 at our two pre-sale ticket locations, Books-N-Time (210 N. Water, Silverton — (503)874-4311) or Runaway Art & Craft Studio (311 Commercial NE, Salem — (503)881-6270). Tickets are just $10 each ($8 for seniors 60 and over, students, and children 12 and under) — the remaining tickets go on sale at the door 30 minutes before each performance.

“Mayhem at the Faire” opens August 3

New Murder Mystery Mayhem at the Faire opens 3-week run at Brush Creek on August 3

Brush Creek Playhouse continues it 2018 season with its annual teen and young adult show — yet another light-hearted mystery by Emily Wood and Michael Wood. This time the setting is a Renaissance Faire in a pleasant little mountain valley. The cast includes both vendors and guests – but at least one of their number is a killer! The authors say that this particular script is inspired by a combination of Agatha Christie, Sherlock Holmes and . . . Scooby Doo!

The play, which is directed by Michael Wood, includes a cast aged 12 to 21. Wood says that his actors “bring a terrific amount of enthusiasm to their parts – they’re having a great time, and the audience will too!”

The show opens Friday, August 3 and runs through Sunday, August 19, with 3 performances each weekend. Tickets are available now for all nine shows – 7 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 pm on Sundays. Reserved seat tickets are just $10 ($8 for children 12 and under, students, and seniors 60 and over) and are available at the following two ticket-selling locations:

Runaway Art & Craft Studio                               

311 Commercial NE, Salem                                      

(503)881-6270                                                           

Books-N-Time

210 N. Water, Suite B, Silverton

 (503)874-4311

The remaining tickets are available at the door beginning 30 minutes before each performance. Contact Michael Wood at (503)508-3682 for group purchase or for further information.

Next up for 2016: “Accidentally Yours,” by Pauline Williams Snapp

Brush Creek continues 2016 season with 1940s comic farce, Accidentally Yours, by Pauline Williams Snapp

To continue its 40th anniversary season, Brush Creek brings “a farcical, light-hearted and good-natured” comedy to stage. Accidentally Yours, by Pauline Williams Snapp, was first produced in 1949.

“We’ve set our production in a time and place that may never have really existed outside the confines of the class television sitcom,” said Director Michael Wood. “But at the same time every one of us knows these characters – as absurd as they can be at times, they are also very real, and they are timeless.”

The play centers on the household of Spencer and Gladys Mosby. Spencer is a small-town history professor who has had a bit of literary success, convincing Gladys that he is the next great American author. As the author describes the Mosbys, “the two are a lovable, child-like couple who believe in the unbelievable. Gladys believes that anything can happen; Spencer is resigned to the conviction that it usually does.” Their niece Vivienne sets her sights on a successful young author who visits the town, and his introduction to the household provides the spark that sets the hilarity . . . and confusion . . . in motion.

The performances run from Friday, April 8 through Sunday, April 24, with performances at 7 pm Fridays and Saturdays and at 2 pm Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets — $10 for adults and $8 for children, seniors and students with ID – will be available at Brush Creek’s two ticket locations: Books-N-Time on Water Street in downtown Silverton and Runaway Art & Craft Studio on Commercial Street in downtown Salem. They also can be purchased at the door 30 minutes before each performance. More information is also available by calling Michael Wood at 503-508-3682.

The playhouse is located at 11535 Silverton Road, the intersection of Silverton and Brush Creek Roads, between Silverton and Salem. In spite of the Silverton Road address, the theater’s parking lot is entered from Brush Creek Road.

Auditions for Ages 5 (or so) to 18 — “The Brothers Grimm Tale of Snow White”

Auditions for The Brothers Grimm Tale of Snow White
— 2016 Children & Youth Show

Brush Creek Players will be opening our 2016 season with “The Brothers Grimm Tale of Snow White” — but first we have to get just the right cast in place!.

Who: Young actors and would-be actors, ages 5 (or so) thru 18, regardless of experience level.

What: Auditions for The Brothers Grimm Tale of Snow White, by Michael Wood (returning to the Brush Creek stage following its premiere in 2009).

When: 1 pm, Saturday, December 5, — and 1 pm, Sunday, December 6.

Where: Brush Creek Playhouse, 11535 Silverton Road, between Salem and Silverton (enter the parking lot from Brush Creek Road).

Why: Because it’s fun! Take the chance to let your creative side run wild!.

The Brothers Grimm recorded the folk tale of Snow White hundreds of years ago — but you may not know the whole story. Do you think you know the story of the beautiful young princess, her evil stepmother, the seven delightfully quirky dwarfs who give her refuge, the evil spell that threatens her doom, and the prince who comes to her rescue? You may be in for a surprise or two!

Rehearsals will begin in January and run until the show opens on Friday, February 19 — it will run weekends through Sunday, March 6. We normally run four performances of the children & youth show each weekend, but we also usually run two separate casts, so it will be possible to accommodate a limited number of performance conflicts.

The production will be directed again this year by long-time children & youth show director Linda Zellner — with the support of Assistant Director Emily Wood.