Block Party
OFF SALE Mar 29 – May 20, 2018
Bloodletting
Ameryka
Die, Mommie, Die!
Three Los Angeles Plays
You are invited! Join us for the second annual Center Theatre Group Block Party and discover exceptional new theatre from the past year that you may not even know you missed.
Every night, performers take the stage at over 250 theatre companies across Los Angeles. The abundance of talent and innovative work being produced here is a theatre lover’s dream. To celebrate all that L.A.’s intimate theatre scene has to offer, we will once again present encore productions from three outstanding companies—showcasing their remarkable work at the Kirk Douglas Theatre.
Bloodletting
Mar 29 – Apr 8, 2018
A fantastical journey to discover the power we hold within
On a visit to the Philippines to spread their father's ashes, a brother and sister befriend a local girl who is revealed to be an Aswang, a supernatural creature from Filipino folklore. Together they unlock the truth about their father, and the truth about themselves.
“A haunting and empowering piece.” -- Vanessa Cate, Stage Raw
“When all the layers of a story support one another like this, there's some first-rate playwriting going on.” -- Mark Hein, Theatre Ghost
CREDITS
By Boni B. Alvarez
Directed by Jon Lawrence Rivera
Scenic Design by Christopher Scott Murillo
Costume Design by Mylette Nora
Lighting Design by Lily Bartenstein
Sound Design by Howard Ho
WITH
Boni B. Alvarez
Alberto Isaac
Myra Cris Ocenar
Anne Yatco
A Playwrights' Arena Production
Ameryka
Apr 19–29, 2018
An epic exploration of humanity’s longing for freedom and justice
A theatrical thrill ride through 250 years of history. From the American Revolution, to the struggle for civil rights, to the fight against Communism, to the present War on Terror, Ameryka weaves together unexpected events and characters connecting Poland and the United States. Critical Mass Performance Group's kaleidoscopic style of found text, heightened physicality, original music, and exuberant spectacle culminates in an exhilarating theatrical journey of boundless hope.
“A remarkable journey.” -- Anthony Byrnes, KCRW
“Flat-out brilliant. The passion and commitment of all concerned infuses every minute of it.” -- Bob Verini, Stage Raw
CREDITS
Written and Directed by Nancy Keystone
Created in collaboration with the company
Scenic Design by Nancy Keystone
Costume Design by Lena Sands
Lighting Design by Adam J. Frank
Sound Design and Original Music by Randall Robert Tico
Projection Design by Hsuan-Kuang Hsieh
WITH
Curt Bonnem
Russell Edge
Ray Ford
Richard Gallegos
Lorne Green
Drew Stafford Harper
Nick Santoro
Liza Seneca
Valerie Spencer
A Critical Mass Performance Group Production
Die, Mommie, Die!
May 10–20, 2018
A Greek tragedy on acid with a gay Hollywood twist!
Trapped in a hateful marriage with sleazy film producer Sol and desperate to find happiness with her gorgeous young lover Tony, aging Hollywood star Angela Arden (Drew Droege) murders her husband. But when her children discover what she's done, they decide to take revenge!
“A clever, kitsch, psychedelic drag-fest!
Charles Busch's Die, Mommie, Die! is equal parts comic melodrama, Greek tragedy and Hollywood kitsch—and all campy noir classic in the vein of 1960s gothic horror films.” -- Tony Frankel, Stage and Cinema
“Hilarious, Absurd, Outlandish. Pure Gold!” -- Patrick Hurley, ThatAwesomeTheatreBlog
Onstage seating offers you a chance to get up close and glamorous with the cast of 'Die, Mommie, Die!'
Tickets for our onstage couches and benches are available for $25. BYO arsenic.
Please note: There is no late seating for those seated onstage. Please plan and make every effort to arrive on time. If you need to leave the onstage seating section during the performance, you will not be able to return to your seat. You will be assisted in finding alternate seating locations in order to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all patrons with minimal disruption to the performance. Please be aware that this production contains the use of herbal cigarettes and strobe effects, and that some onstage seats may be splashed with a small amount of prop water.
CREDITS
By Charles Busch
Directed by Ryan Bergmann
Scenic Design by Pete Hickok
Costume Design by Allison Dillard
Lighting Design by Matthew Brian Denman
Sound Design by Rebecca Kessin
WITH
Andrew Carter
Tom DeTrinis
Drew Droege
Julanne Chidi Hill
Gina Torrecilla
Pat Towne
A Celebration Theatre Production
OFF SALE
Join the party and see all three productions with the $75 Block Party Party Pass. Enjoy three shows, including cocktails at each performance, plus no handling fees. Use promo code: PARTYPASS by phone at 213.628.2772 or in person at the Box Office.
*Available by phone or in person at the box office only. Not valid on previously purchased tickets or combined with other offers. Not available on March 31, April 21, or May 12, 2018. Subject to availability.
Pay What You Want
As an integral part of Block Party's mission to celebrate the vibrant theatre of Los Angeles and connect with our community, we will be offering Pay What You Want performances on the first Thursday of each show.**
**Available in person only. Only valid on 3/29, 4/19, 5/10. Not valid on previously purchased tickets or combined with other offers. Subject to availability. $1 minimum.
Kirk Douglas Theatre 2017/18 Season Ticket Members will automatically receive tickets to one production with the opportunity to purchase the remaining two as add-ons.
Dining in Downtown Culver City: Consider our restaurant partners before your next visit to the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Downtown Culver City. Discounts available at select partners when you show your ticket.