IPE Academy becomes Show Supporter
We are very happy to announce that IPE Academy is now an official Supporter of our upcoming production, Aesop’s Fables.
IPE Academy is unique amongst language schools in Nagoya. They provide instruction for both English and Japanese learners, but what sets them apart is their Art & Music based curriculum. IPE offers special programs for children to develop their language abilities alongside their creative.
Nagoya Players and IPE share many core values. We believe in the importance of arts education and finding ways to combine that with language development. They are the perfect partner for Nagoya Players’ English Education Initiative (EEI) and we look forward to working together with them.
Our first project will be the Study Aesop program. IPE will be hosting Aesop Storytime events in the lead up to the show. These workshops are great for young learners and will teach them a lot of useful vocabulary and phrasing before they see the show!
IPE Academy is a locally owned business in Imaike and has been helping students achieve their language goals since 1980.
For more information on IPE Academy please visit their website:
http://english.ipeacademy.com
英語劇「イソップ物語」チケット発売中
英語劇「イソップ物語」のチケットがいよいよ発売の運びとなりました。私たちスタッフ、キャスト一同１年以上に渡り計画練習を重ねこの日を待ち望んできました。２０１９年３月３０日３１日千種小劇場で公演できること楽しみにしております。
チケットはチケットぴあ（インターネット、ファミリーマート、セブンイレブン）またはキャスト、スタッフ、今池IPEアカデミーにて購入できます。
２０１９年２月２８日までのご購入で「早割３０」が適応され、より安くチケットをお求めいただけます。
その他詳しくは名古屋プレーヤーズのホームページ内、「イソップ物語」のページをご覧ください。また、英語学習者に向けて英語劇「イソップ物語」のオリジナルワークシート教材を作成しております。観劇の前に一度目を通してみてください。字幕なしで英語だけで演劇が理解でき、より楽しんでいただけることと思います。
私たち劇団はすべてボランティによりゼロから作り上げました。関係者の方々による熱い情熱と支援に支えられて日々活動しております。ここ名古屋の地で演劇やアート文化を盛り上げ多くの方に楽しんでいただけますよう、また、名古屋により良い英語環境が築き上げられますよう心から願っております。
席数には限りがございます。この素晴らしい機会を逃すことのないようお早めのご購入をお勧めいたします。また、皆様の購入されたチケットにより劇団運営を担っておりますこと、心から感謝申し上げます。
ショーン マーラー
名古屋プレイヤーズ
ディレクター
Tickets On Sale Now! Aesop’s Fables
We’re very excited to announce the launch of Aesop’s Fables. We’ve been planning this show for over a year and have gathered many talented artists and actors to put it all together. The show is looking great and we can’t wait to present it you to March 30-31, 2019 at Chikusa Playhouse.
Tickets are available now via TicketPia (online, Family Mart & 7-11), Cast & Crew, and IPE Academy.
With this show we’re introducing a special pricing structure that both lowers ticket prices and rewards patrons for buying early. Please take advantage of the lower prices before the window closes. Our special TicketPia offer code 490411 will expire on Feb. 28th, 2019.
For information about the show and all the crazy things we’re doing please visit our Aesop’s Fables page. And don’t forget to check out our Study Aesop page as well. As part of Nagoya Players’ English Education Initiative we will be offering custom made materials with each of our shows to aid English learners in their studies.
We are a not-for-profit theater group and completely self-funded. We couldn’t make these shows if not for our amazing volunteers and the generosity of our patrons. It may sound cheesy, but we create these shows, “for the love”. It is our way of giving back to the Nagoya community and providing a source of art and entertainment for everyone to enjoy. Through our shows we hope to raise cultural awareness and inspire the people of Nagoya to further partake in English language entertainment and education.
Seats are limited and shows often sell out, so please don’t miss out on this amazing event. Every seat sold goes towards helping us pay for the production and ensuring the continued success of the group. We truly appreciate your support.
Shawn Mahler
Artistic Director, Nagoya Players
Tune In to Nagoya Buzz May 22nd
Local DJ, writer and podcaster Daniel Ostrander hosts the Nagoya Buzz show every week on Facebook Live. Danny interviews talented artists, musicians and community members from the Aichi area to discuss their latest projects, events and shows.
Danny will sit down with Nagoya Players’ Artistic Director Shawn Mahler and Public Relations Director George Van Horn to discuss our 2018-2019 theater season. Please join us on May 22nd at 19:00 (JST) to watch the interview. NP veteran actor John Ahern will also be on hand to talk about our upcoming FREE Improv Workshop on May 27th!
The live feed will be hosted on Nagoya Buzz’s Facebook page.
主催者ダニエルさんが名古屋出身の様々なアーティストへインタビューをします。
５月２２日火曜日１９：００から名古屋プレイヤーズへのインタビューがFace Bookにて
生放送されます。是非、ご覧ください。５月２７日日曜日開催のワークショップの情報や
２０１９年の上演予定劇について話します。
Join Us for Our First Actors’ Workshop: Improvisation for Collaboration
Please join Darian Gore and John Ahern on May 27 from 3:00 P.M. for a free workshop on improvisation for collaboration. Attendees will work on skills for live group performances by focusing on skills to help actors collaborate together on and off stage. Some side benefits will be learning how an actor and director can work to find new aspects of characters. Most importantly, just come to have fun with other actors in discovering spontaneous genius. This inaugural workshop will have lots of fun improvisation as we launch our Actors’ Workshop series.
The workshop will be held at Clean Building, 2F Studio A. A 10-minute walk north from Exit 1 at Imaike Station, Nagoya.
14-13 Hōnenchō, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 464-0076
Please R.S.V.P. if you can. We look forward to seeing you there.
演劇「イソップ物語」のオーデイション
出演者とスタッフの公開募集
タイトル：イソップ物語 ジェイムス・ブロック翻案
あらすじ
ジェイムス・ブロック翻案によるこの劇は、有名なイソップ物語から選んだ4つのお話から成り立っています。「きつねとカラス」、「 うさぎと亀」、「ライオンの皮をかぶったロバ」、「きつねと酸っぱい葡萄」。これら4つの名作寓話が、テンポの良いスムーズなお話にまとめ上げられています。劇の中では時、場所、ものの形が様々に変化し、皆さんの目を楽しませてくれるでしょう。ナゴヤ・プレイヤーズによる演劇「イソップ物語」は、大人も子供も楽しめるとても素敵な作品です。ひとたびお芝居が始まればそこはもうイソップの魔法の国です。
メンバー募集
舞台監督、出演者、スタッフ、ボランティア（演劇経験の豊富な方、未経験の方共に歓迎。）
7つの役柄の出演者を募集しています。イソップのお話に出てくる動物の６役とイソップ自身の役です。出演者には、台本の中から1、2分の短い場面を舞台衣装を着て演じていただきます。劇は約1時間で場面転換があります。とてもダイナミックで見て楽しいお芝居なので、活力と存在感のある役者を求めています。
このプロジェクトは公開応募が前提です。演劇に興味関心のある方はどなたでも ご応募ください。本作品は入門レベルですので、演劇制作についてもっと知りたい方にとっては絶好の学びの機会になります。是非挑戦してみてください。より多くの方のご応募をお待ちしております。
オーデイション
場所：内山コミュニティセンター
464－0075 愛知県名古屋市千種区内山1丁目4－15
日時：4月21日（土） 18:30~20:30, 4月22日（日）13:00~15:00
枠には限りがありますので、できるだけ早く下記の申込書にご記入の上、ご送信頂くか、以下のメールアドレスに必要事項をご記入の上、直接ご連絡ください。
NagoyaPlayers@gmail.com
オーディションは先着順で行います。なお、スタッフおよびボランティアについては随時募集しておりますので、いつでもご連絡ください。
生きた英語に触れるチャンス！
ナゴヤ・プレイヤーズのメンバーになることは、英語や演劇を学びたい方にとってはまたとない素晴らしい機会になるでしょう。ミーティングはネイティブと英語で行うことになります。英語に関しては基本的な英会話が出来れば大丈夫です。ナゴヤ・プレイヤーズには多くの日本人スタッフもいますので、安心してご参加ください。
Aesop’s Fables Auditions
OPEN CALL FOR CAST AND CREW
AESOP’S FABLES
Adapted by James Brock
SYNOPSIS
The show adapted by James Brock comprises four of Aesop’s famous fables: The Fox and the Crow, The Hare and the Tortoise, The Donkey In the Lion’s Skin, and The Fox and the Sour Grapes. These four classic tales are woven together into a fast-paced, seamless narrative. Audiences will see transformations in time, place and form happen before their very eyes. Nagoya Players will bring the magic of Aesop to stage for both adults and children to enjoy in this exciting family friendly show.
SEEKING
Director, actors, crew and volunteers. Experienced theater performers and newcomers are both welcome.
We are looking to fill 7 roles. 6 actors will play the parts of the various animal characters in the fables and 1 actor will play the role of AESOP. Actors will be asked to perform a short, 1-2 minute scene from the script. The show will be approximately 60 minutes in length and will require on stage costume and set changes. It’s a dynamic visually appealing show and we are looking for actors with energy and presence.
This project has been designed as a complete open call and we highly encourage anyone with an interest in theater to participate. This is an entry-level show and an excellent opportunity for anyone wishing to learn more about theater production.
AUDITIONS
Auditions will be held at Uchiyama Community Center:
Saturday, April 21, 18:30-20:30
Sunday, April 22, 13:00-15:00
Space is limited so please RSVP by filling out the RSVP form below or email us directly at NagoyaPlayers@gmail.com. Scheduling will be done on a first come, first served basis. We will also be taking sign-ups for cast, crew and volunteers.
Uchiyama Community Center
1 Chome-4-15 Uchiyama, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya-shi, Aichi-ken 464-0075
The Gift of the Magi Rescheduled for December 2019
Nagoya Players has pushed back our production of The Gift of The Magi until December, 2019, to better accommodate and provide the best possible show experience for our patrons. This postponement will allow for greater flexibility and access to more resources which will help us create an exciting show.
An announcement for new auditions for The Gift of the Magi will officially be announced at the end of 2018, but all interested are welcome to contact us directly. Please visit NagoyaPlayers.org and follow our social media for updates on our 2018 activities. Big announcements for our 2019 season are coming soon!
Thank you for your continued support!
Open Call ‘The Gift of the Magi’, December 2019
This post has been updated to reflect the change to the year 2019.
OPEN CALL FOR CAST AND CREW
THE GIFT OF THE MAGI
Adapted by Jon Jory
Original Story by O. Henri
The classic story of gift-giving and personal sacrifice by O. Henry has been adapted for stage and given a romantic and comical spin by playwright Jon Jory.
SYNOPSIS
The story centers on the young but poor couple of Della and Jim. Their love for each other is unquestionable and their only desire is to see to the other’s happiness. Christmas is approaching and neither have the money to buy a proper gift. Unbeknownst to each other, Della and Jim both make great personal sacrifices in order to procure the money needed. A special and memorable lesson is learned by all when they realize that the gift of love is more valuable than anything money can buy.
SEEKING
Actors, singers and crew. Experienced theater performers and newcomers are both welcome.
Roles include the leads of DELLA and JIM and a supporting cast of up to 8 characters.
The show can be adapted for music and so we are also looking for CAROLERS/NARRATORS.
A director and creative team for this show. This project is being designed as a complete open call and we highly encourage anyone with an interest in theater to participate. Nagoya Players will handle administrative, budgetary and production elements so the creative team can focus on making a memorable and entertaining show.
IMPORTANT DATES
Auditions will be held beginning February 2019.
Rehearsals will begin on or about March 2019.
Performances will take place December 2019.
Nagoya Players Elects Ashley James as Interim President
Nagoya Players elected Ashley James as its interim president on May 7th. Mr. James, an actor and native of New South Wales, Australia, will oversee the group’s participation in the December production of the musical Jukebox, and will lead the planning of the group’s 2017 and 2018 schedules.
The 40-year-old Nagoya Players is an all volunteer international theater group which produces English language plays and events in its hometown of Nagoya City, Japan.
Nagoya Players can be contacted via the group’s website nagoyaplayers.org and on its FaceBook page.