October 21 - November 21
Phoenix Theatre Produces Stage Adaptation Of Popular Book "Crowns: Portraits Of Black Women In Church Hats"
Phoenix production of Gospel musical features choreography by Iris Rosa
The Phoenix's Theatre's 04-05 season continues October 21-November 21 with Regina Taylor's Crowns, a script based on the book "Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats" by Photographer Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry. Bryan Fonseca and Shari Lynn Himes will co-direct Crowns.
Sensing three-dimensional dramatic possibilities in the material, Marberry approached writer and director Emily Mann, artistic head of New Jersey's McCarter Theatre (whose notable works include several documentary-style plays based on real-life events), about transforming the material for the stage.
Mann commissioned a stage adaptation from actor and writer Regina Taylor, who spent two years devising the theatrical language for the play, including a three-week residency at the Sundance Theatre Lab. In addition to introducing music and movement, Taylor distilled the many women represented in the book to six female characters (and one man, who plays multiple roles) and created a new character - a young woman from Brooklyn who is sent to live with her grandmother in South Carolina after her brother is shot. Directed by Taylor and co-produced by McCarter Theatre and New York's Second Stage Theatre, Crowns received its world premiere at McCarter in October 2002. Of the play, Taylor said "I envisioned a Gospel music-driven piece, a crazy quilt of music and movement and storytelling that takes us through the rituals of a Sunday in the South with characters breaking out of the framework to deliver 'arias,' direct addresses to the audience that may start in the Sunday church service but jump off into memories of life experiences in different times and different places."
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE, SINGLE TICKETS, AND SUBSCIPTIONS
Crowns will be performed on the Phoenix Mainstage: Thursdays at 6:30pm: October 21 (Half-Price Preview), October 28, November 4, November 11, November 18
Fridays at 8:00pm: October 22 (Opening Night), October 29, November 5, November 12, November 19
Saturdays at 8:00pm: October 23, October 30, November 6, November 13, November 20
Sundays at 2:00pm: October 24, October 31, November 7, November 14, November 21
Seating is general admission; doors open one-half hour before curtain for seating. Performances may be added to accommodate audience demand.
Single tickets are $25.00 for those 25 and over, $15.00 for those 24 and under. Half-Price Preview: All tickets $12.50 (no double discount for young adults). Group rates for adults are available for groups of 15 or more, as are discounts for buying out the house. A $115 flexible subscription package called the FlexPass provides 6 ticket vouchers for the price of 5 single tickets; vouchers may be redeemed for tickets for any of the Phoenix Theatre's productions.
November 4 - 20
"Master Entertainer" Jade Esteban Estrada in ICONS: The Lesbian and Gay History of the World, Vol. 1 & ICONS: The Lesbian and Gay History of the World, Vol. 2
The Alley Theatre 1716 North Illinois Street Indianapolis, Indiana USA
ICONS Vol. 1 plays Thursdays 8 pm and Saturdays @ 3 pm and 8pm, ICONS Vol. 2 plays Friday @ 8pm and Sunday @ 3 pm
The New York Times calls ICONS Vol. 1 "a hilarious whirlwind tour!" Jade Esteban Estrada tells the story of the lesbian and gay people using the voices of Sappho, MichelAngelo, Oscar Wilde, Gertrude Stein, Transgender Stonewall rioter Sylvia Rivera and Ellen DeGeneres. This one-man musical comedy is part of the SILVER ICON TOUR. Plays Thursdays and Saturdays only! Running time 65 minutes.
ICONS Vol. 2 is the winner of the 2004 Audience Favorite Award for Solo Performance at the Columbus National Gay and Lesbian Theatre Festival, Estrada continues his journey down history lane using the voices of Alexander the Great, Queen Christina of Sweden, Susan B. Anthony, Billie Jean King, Harvey Milk and 9/11 hero Mark Bingham. This one-man musical comedy is part of the SILVER ICON TOUR. Plays Fridays and Sundays only! Running time is 65 minutes.
Tickets are $15 general admission, 317-926-8888 Box Office . Tickets go on sale on Wednesday, October 27, 2004
For more information: www.GetJaded.com or www.IconsVolume1.com or www.IconsVolume2.com
To join the Jade Esteban Estrada or ICONS show list to find out about showings in your area, please email with "show list" in the subject line.
Saturday, November 6
"Master Entertainer" JADE ESTEBAN ESTRADA reads the works of GERTRUDE STEIN
November 6, 2004, 5:30 p.m.
Outword Bound Bookstore
625 N. East Street
Indianapolis, Indiana
317-951-9100
Free
"Master Entertainer" Jade Esteban Estrada is currently in promotion of his one-man musical at the Alley Theatre in Indianapolis November 4-20, 2004
Winner of the 2004 Audience Favorite Award in Solo Performance at the Columbus National Gay and Lesbian Theatre Festival, Latin pop star Jade Esteban Estrada (Comedy Central) hits the road on his Silver ICON Tour with his hit solo musical comedy ICONS: The Lesbian and Gay History of the World, Vol. 1 and 2. The New York Times raves, "Estrada takes his audiences on a hilarious whirlwind tour!" The Dallas Morning News calls it "heartwarming" and the Richmond Times Dispatch calls him a "master entertainer." Did you know he started out as a lead dancer for Charo? Join Jade (star of the new Voom TV show "Quintessential…" coming this spring) as he becomes Sappho, MichelAngelo, Oscar Wilde, Gertrude Stein, Sylvia Rivera, Ellen DeGeneres, Alexander the Great, Queen Christina of Sweden, Susan B. Anthony, Billie Jean King, Harvey Milk and 9/11 hero Mark Bingham.
Visit us online at www.GetJaded.com. Also:
www.IconsVolume1.com www.IconsVolume2.com
November 10, 2004
Beyond Belief: The importance of religious diversity in today's world
Please join us for this exciting and timely speaker, a part of the Cultural Enrichment Programming with Campus & Community Life from 12:15 to 1:15, UC Lower Level, IUPUI Campus
Presented by Christian de la Huerta, author and lecturer.
There are many forms of diversity and each is important in understanding our world. Yet in today's climate, perhaps no other aspect is more crucial to our future than our understanding of religious diversity. De la Huerta offers ways to open our mind to religious diversity, as well as teaching interactive strategies that can be used to open minds of many of the people with whom we interact.
Christian de la Huerta was named by Publishers Weekly as one of the most important voices on religion. Christian is also the author of Coming out Spiritually. He continues to write for publications like Hero and the Advocate. Please forward this information and post the attached flyer.
Questions? Please contact the Office of Campus & Community Life at 274-3931.
Thursday, November 11
HRC Fundraising Event - A Night At The Phoenix Theatre
Crowns at the Phoenix Theatre
$25 per person (includes performance and pre-performance reception)
6:30 pm | Hors d'oeuvres and Cash Bar 7:30 pm | Showtime!
Tickets available from Out Word Bound or from Gary Brackett at 435-4923 or .
Crowns is a joyful, gospel musical about hats. Big, wide-brimmed hats. Pillbox hats. Fussy hats. Hats with fox fur and satin trim and emerald-green feathers; hats covered in fruit, birds and ringing bells. Hats that flirt, scold, praise and grieve. Hats that bring power. Hats that sing.
These are the hats worn by the "hat queens" of the South-women whose storied lives are woven into the straw, silk, wool and lace that adorn their heads. With soulful, spiritual and joyful music, they celebrate family and faith, love and loss, seeking (and finding) one's true identity. All you have to do is listen. Based on the acclaimed book: "Crowns: Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats" by Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry.
Friday, Nov. 12
EXPERIMENT: GAY AND STRAIGHT A Stimulus for Furthering Relationships in Our Community Film and Discussion A Spirit and Place Program
Mark your calendars for this Spirit and Place movie and discussion event on Friday, Nov. 12, 6:30 - 9:30, at Unitarian Universalist Church of Indianapolis, 615 W. 43rd St.
One week - One house - Ten strangers - Five gay - Five straight - Living together
Mark your calendars and join us for a Spirit and Place event at UUI on Friday, November 12, 6:30 - 9:30. We will show a groundbreaking and powerful 90-minute documentary of ten strangers of varied ages, backgrounds, and prejudices that manage to build relationships and break down barriers. Join in small group discussions after the film. Heartland Interweave is sponsoring the event along with PFLAG (Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) and YAD (Youth and Diversity). Learn more about the film at www.whatsup.com/experiment. For information contact UUI at 283-4760 or email at
Saturday, November 13
IndyIndie Presents Wishing Chair
Saturday, November 13th at 6pm indyindie presents the return of Wishing Chair this time with very special guest, Nancy Scott. This performance falls just days after Wishing Chair returns from Texas mixing their brand new CD. They will be performing loads of new music from their new CD along with favorites. Top that off with a warm up performance by Nancy Scott...and maybe a little collaboration...The evening will be stellar!
And here's the best part...but you have to keep it a secret...well...sorta... Kiya and Miriam (Wishing Chair) are pretty special in our book and to most everyone who comes in contact with them. They are quick to give of themselves without thought of the cost. They are mentors to so many other young musicians. They are advocates of women's culture helping to establish venues like indyindie and other groups from coast to coast. We want to let them know how special they are to us in indy. For this performance we're moving from our cozy little clubhouse to Jesus MCC which will hold 350! How great would it be to pack out the house for them!!! Since the venue is so much larger, we're offering a limited number of preferred seat tickets in the first few rows for those who don't want to miss a note! The room has no bad seats and the sound is great! We can't wait.
In addition to the larger venue, we're also adding a silent auction. We've collected several desirables...including a photo album filled with autographed pics of all the women who have performed at indyindie from the beginning, art from several of our display artists, fever memorabilia, and more. PLUS...Wishing Chair will be offering 'pre' sale of their new CD! You'll be on the list to receive the CD before anyone else!
Instead of full dinner, we'll be offering light appetizers and drinks (non alcoholic). There will still be a good selection for any diet just on a lighter scale. We're trimming all the extras to make this a surprise $$ present for these two great performers!
What can you do to help???
- If you have something you would like to donate to the auction, let us know. We'll take anything! Take advantage and get that stuff out of your attic! Nothing is too crazy!
- Tell your friends and their friends and their friends...the more the merrier....but don't tell Kiya and Miriam...we want them to be surprised!!
- Be there!!
Tickets are available online www.indyindie.com and at OUT WORD BOUND BOOKSTORE 625 N. East Street 317-925-9100.
Saturday, November 13
"Master Entertainer" JADE ESTEBAN ESTRADA reads the works of OSCAR WILDE
Saturday, November 13, 2004
5:30 p.m.
Outword Bound Bookstore
625 N. East Street
Indianapolis, Indiana
317-951-9100
Free
"Master Entertainer" Jade Esteban Estrada is currently in promotion of his one-man musical at the Alley Theatre in Indianapolis November 4-20, 2004
Winner of the 2004 Audience Favorite Award in Solo Performance at the Columbus National Gay and Lesbian Theatre Festival, Latin pop star Jade Esteban Estrada (Comedy Central) hits the road on his Silver ICON Tour with his hit solo musical comedy ICONS: The Lesbian and Gay History of the World, Vol. 1 and 2. The New York Times raves, "Estrada takes his audiences on a hilarious whirlwind tour!" The Dallas Morning News calls it "heartwarming" and the Richmond Times Dispatch calls him a "master entertainer." Did you know he started out as a lead dancer for Charo? Join Jade (star of the new Voom TV show "Quintessential…" coming this spring) as he becomes Sappho, MichelAngelo, Oscar Wilde, Gertrude Stein, Sylvia Rivera, Ellen DeGeneres, Alexander the Great, Queen Christina of Sweden, Susan B. Anthony, Billie Jean King, Harvey Milk and 9/11 hero Mark Bingham.
Visit us online at www.GetJaded.com. Also:
www.IconsVolume1.com www.IconsVolume2.com
Sponsored in in part by Outword Bound Bookstore, U.S.A. Furs by George and O'Malley Real Estate.
Wednesday, November 17
Latin pop star Jade Esteban Estrada will bring a performance workshop for LGBT teens of Indiana Youth Group from 6:00-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 17, 2004. The workshops will take place at Indiana Youth Group located at 2943 East 46th Street in downtown Indianapolis.
The award-winning singer is currently in the midst of an international tour of his solo musical ICONS: The Lesbian and Gay History of the World, Vol. 1 and 2 which will take him from Manila to London over the next eight months. He is playing at the Alley Theatre in downtown Indianapolis from November 4-20, 2004. In his show he portrays LGBT icons famous and not so famous such as Billie Jean King, Ellen DeGeneres, Alexander the Great, Oscar Wilde and Susan B. Anthony.
Estrada was chief choreographer to Latin diva "Charo" and is the artistic director for the Experiencia Dance Company, the resident dance company of Teatro La Tea in New York. He has performed in 33 countries and in seven languages.
In 2002, he took part in the Human Right Campaign's BEING OUT ROCKS CD compilation with Melissa Etheridge, Cyndi Lauper, k.d. lang and host of other stars. He also won the Premio Estrella from LLEGO in Washington D.C. for Outstanding accomplishment and visibility in the entertainment industry as an openly gay Latino.
"I enjoyed puting together my one-man shows using my experiences in my life to create a piece of theatre. I believe all young people need encouragement in their own creativity so they can practice making responsible decisions," Estrada stated in an interview with WOR New York radio in September. "The performing arts can be used as a tool for teaching and learning."
Estrada will also perform a reading of the great works of Gertrude Stein and Oscar Wilde at Outword Bound Bookstore located at 625 N. East Street on November 6th and 13th at 5:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 17
Do Gay Persons Belong in the Clergy?
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM at St. Luke's United Methodist Church Sanctuary 100 W. 86th St.
Theme: Religion
Format: Dialogues
Featuring:
- Judith Craig
- Mark Horst
- Kent Millard
Join a civil dialogue on this important issue facing church and society as two clergy talk about whether or not gay persons should be accepted in the clergy. Bishop Judith Craig, a United Methodist from Ohio, will present the position affirming gay persons as clergy. Dr. Mark Horst, Senior Pastor, Park Avenue United Methodist Church, Minneapolis will present the position that practicing gay persons should not be accepted as clergy. The event will be moderated by Dr. Kent Millard, Senior Pastor of St. Luke's United Methodist Church and the audience will have the opportunity for questions and comments.
Admission Free -- For more information contact: St. Luke's United Methodist Church 317-846-3404
Saturday, November 20
Indy Pride Hosts Thanksgiving Dinner
Indy Pride, Inc. will again be hosting the annual Indy Pride Community Thanksgiving Dinner, which will be held this year on Saturday, November 20 from 6:00- 8:00 p.m. at Zion Evangelical United Church of Christ. The event is free and is open to everyone and anyone who wants to attend.
This annual celebration is a pitch-in; those who are able are asked to bring something to eat (side dishes, salads and desserts are needed). Turkey and ham will be provided.
In addition to Indy Pride, other local GLBT organizations are "pitching in" as participating partners in this year's event: the Gay Business Alliance (GBA), Gay Indy.Org, Indianapolis P-FLAG, Indiana Youth Group (IYG), Black Gay Pride, Indy Soul Sistahs, and Indiana Transgender Rights Advocacy Alliance (INTRAA).
To find out more, to volunteer, or to get your group or organization involved, contact Gary Brackett at (317) 435-4923 or send an e-mail .
Indy Pride, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization who raises money for various educational and charitable causes. Among other events, the group organized the annual In Pride Festival in June.
Saturday, November 20, 2004
Indiana University Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Alumni Association Sponsors GLBT Night with the Indiana Pacers
The IU GLBT AA and the Indiana Pacers will host GLBT night at Conseco Fieldhouse starting at 7 p.m. We will have our own section in the bleachers behind the basket. This is a unique opportunity to gather and celebrate - and see a good game. Tickets for the event are $45 each, which includes a $5 food voucher and a free t-shirt.
Tickets are available through the IU Alumni Association. Order forms are available on-line at www.indiana.edu/~glbtaa/index.shtml. The deadline to order tickets is Wednesday, Oct. 29. Checks should be made payable to the IU Alumni Association. For more information, please contact ) or or visit www.indiana.edu/~glbtaa.
Saturday, November 20
6th annual Day of Remembrance
6th Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance The Transgender Day of Remembrance was started in 1999 as a response to the growing issue of anti-transgender violence leading to death. Last year, the Transgender Day of Remembrance was observed in 110 locations in 8 countries.
The event will be held at 4:30 p.m. at The Firefighter's Lawn at the corner of College & Mass Ave
For additional information, please visit www.intraa.org.
Sunday, November 21
INDIANA BLACK PRIDE MEET AND GREET
SUNDAY 7:00 AT THE TEN
FREE FOOD
MIX AND MINGLE
Sunday, November 21
The Church Within for an educational workshop on Homosexuality & the Bible
From 11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The workshop is free of charge
Pizza and beverages provided (love offering to cover the cost of pizza appreciated)
Program:
- San Francisco Marriage Documentary: I Will. I Do. We Did.
- Homosexuality in other times and cultures
- The 7 Infamous Scriptures
- Prayer, singing, and fellowship
Presenters/Facilitators include: Revs. Yvonne and Dr. Calvin Brandenburg, Rev. Linda Parr, Darren Chittick, and Katherine Hendrix
The Church Within; 5236 W. 79th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46268;
The Church Within is an interfaith gathering of like minded folks that embraces all. We hold the truths that All people are Holy, and that there are many paths to one God.
Friday, November 26
IYG's 1st Annual "Phantom Run"
IYG's Phantom Run is believed to be the first event of its kind in Indianapolis: a "run" to raise money for the organization, without a physical race actually taking place. Funds raised will help continue the important work IYG does for the gay youth of central Indiana. "This event is a great morale and community builder," s
ays Lydi Davidson, IYG Executive Director. "Not only does this allow the people of Indianapolis to participate in a great 'road race' at their own speed and skill level, it also allows each individual to determine what place they will finish, but the funds it raises will allow us to actively continue our programs."
For a registration fee of $25, "Phantom runners" will receive a t-shirt. For an additional fee, "runners" can select the place they would like to finish: $20 for "New World Record;" $15 for a first-place; $10 for a second-place; or $5 for a third-place finish.
"Official" race results will be sent to each "runner." Participants are encouraged to show off Phantom race results to their friends, family members, co-workers, and other "runners". IYG hopes to begin an annual tradition of this no-race race.
Registration forms are available on line at www.indianayouthgroup.org, or by calling 317-541-8726. Forms and fees are due by October 26, 2004. T-shirts (available in sizes small to 4 XL) and race results will be available two weeks later. For more information, contact IYG.
IYG is a non-profit organization serving the needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth in Indiana. It is one of Central Indiana's leading providers of services to LGBT youth ages 12 to 20.
The IYG mission is to provide a safe place, confidential environment, youth development programs and support services which foster personal strength and wellness among self-identified lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender young people.
IYG advocates on their behalf in schools, on the streets, and in the community.
Publicly and privately funded, Indiana Youth Group serves over 180 youths each month. For more information, go to www.indianayouthgroup.org.
November 27 - December 4
AIDS Quilt Display at Glendale Mall
Panels from the Indiana portion of the AIDS Quilt will be on display in the 3rd floor entrance to the Marion County Public Library at the Glendale Mall from Saturday, November 27th thru Saturday, December 4th. The most straightforward entrance to get to the library is at the southwest corner of the shopping center; you can then either take the elevators that are just inside that entrance, or take the escalator to the 2nd floor and then head for the stairs.
Tuesday, November 30
In Pride 2005 Planning Meeting
Place: Gregs
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 P.M.
