Lupe Fiasco Video...Yes!

I Get Out Promo!

Sabrina Moella filmed this promo vids for the amazing I Get Out event on Friday, April 15, 2011.

Lauryn Hill - I get out.wmv

Check out Cassy's one person show, "i"

in "i", a one person show written and performed by cassandra "cassy" walker, identity’s many facets are explored through the questioning eyes of 17-year-old ivy nelson as she throws her all into understanding who and what she is. this is the fourth incarnation of the show, first created through d’bi.young.anitafrika’s ten-month residency at anitafrika! dub theatre, beginning in october 2010. this production, which also includes ...a talkback afterwards, was made possible thanks to winning the $5000 grand prize from manifesto/artreach’s youth arts pitch contest in the individual artist category in fall of 2010. director: virgilia griffith set designer: shannon doyle lighting designer: travis lahay stage manager: erik noesgaard march 30 @ 7:30pm FREE (totally swagger jacked d'bi.) march 31 - april 2 @ 7:30pm $10+TAX april 2 @ 2pm PWYC (pay what you can) - NO LATE SEATING - theatre passe muraille backspace - 16 ryerson ave. (bathurst & queen) tickets: at the door (arrive early) or 416.504.7529 www.artsboxoffice.ca facebook event

I am co-hosting this event on April 1. Come!

R3 and NOII Toronto present: 

Kinnie Starr in concert 

with guests Amai Kuda, Lena Recollet, Mata Danze & dj Nik Red
hosted by Rosina from Lal and Sedina Fiati.
April 1, 8pm doors
9pm show start!
A 'transformed' 25 Cecil Street
$10-$25

Juno Nominated artist (2004 – “Sun Again”), Kinnie Starr appears in concert with Amai Kuda, Lenna Recollet, dance crew Mata Danze and DJ Nik Red at an all ages show in a completely transformed one-night only venue at 25 Cecil Street on April 1.

Rosina Kazi from Toronto electronic crew Lal and the amazing theatre artist Sedina Fiati will be hosting this fabulous, politically charged, all women and trans performers event, where partial proceeds go to Turtle Island and African Reparations Funds and No One Is Illegal

Tickets available online at:
Online at: http://toronto.nooneisillegal.org/SpringUp
Tickets Available at Toronto Womens Bookstore 93 Harbord / Soundscapes 572 College St. ($10 in advance, $1.50 service charge)

we have different stories. of missing and murdered sisters.
of kidnapped children. of languages and cultures stolen.
of lands defiled by mining, by corporations.

we have different stories. of war, poverty and the destruction
of our lands. we came across borders. some as slaves.
some as temporary workers. too often deported.

we have the same stories. of being pushed out of our homes.
of racism. of police violence. of struggle. of resistance.

we are indigenous to Turtle Island. refusing to be colonized.
we are indigenous to other lands. migrants. refusing to be settlers.

our struggles are separate. our struggles are linked.

we are taking back the land. we are building a sanctuary city.
we are fighting. with hope. for justice. for dignity.
for all of us.

~~~~~X~~~~~~~~~~X~~~~~~~~~~X~~~~~~~~~~X~~~~~

On May 1, No One Is Illegal - Toronto and community and labor allies
are organizing the 6th annual May Day demonstration for migrant
justice and status for all. http://toronto.nooneisillegal.org/MayDay


Artist Websites:
http://kinniestarr.net/
http://www.myspace.com/amaikuda
http://www.myspace.com/lenarecollet
http://matadanze.com/
www.lenarecollet.com

Supported by:
www.r3artists.com
http://toronto.nooneisillegal.org/
http://www.torontoartscouncil.org/
Seven Directions
Moyo Africa


For more information, contact
r3artistscollective@gmail.com
http://toronto.nooneisillegal.org/SpringUp

Notes from Indie Producing Workshop

On March 14, 2011, Obsidian Theatre Company held an indie producing workshop as apart of their Black Ties networking series. Thanks Natasha for taking notes! Here they are for future reference.

 

Indie Producing Workshop Notes

March 14, 2011

Flyers and Postcards

• Aim to showcase compelling graphics
• Drawn artwork is appealing
• Get your image out by a month prior to opening

Promotion

• Websites are effective in a digital society
• Can save money by simply creating a free blog site that features crucial information
• Post show in as much online sources as possible to increase word search links for those searching information on your show, i.e. multiple outlets

Group Sales

• Give complimentary tickets to specific groups who may not be able to buy full-price tickets
• Target groups that relate to the content of your production, ex. feminism > seek out women’s groups, post-secondary women’s studies students
• Fringe has word of mouth tickets in which they give out complimentary tickets to be handed out to individuals in hopes they spread the word before/after viewing the production

Questions to Ask when Pricing

• Who do you want at your show: People like you or unlike you?
• Whose shows are similar to yours? Compare price

Have a price range that covers your production costs and provides options. Below is a box office example:

MON/TUE/WED $25

THU/FRI/SAT $35

SUN $PWYC

Survey on audience satisfaction indicated top two priorities are

1. Parking
2. Comfortable seats

*Does your show have any barriers, how will you work around/with them?

Advice: Do not spend over $1000 on a Fringe production

Running our own Theatre Company

• Create allies, both individuals and organizations
• Consider whether you want to incorporate as a non-profit organization
• Pros- access operating grants, higher community recognition
• Cons- Legal responsibilities, paperwork, reliant on board member decisions
• If you remain indie/independent you have access to project grants
• You may also partner with an establish non-profit organization that will qualify you for operating grants through internship and artistic development grants

Act on immediate opportunities and if you are accepting an investment how can you guarantee against loss?

Co-Producing

• Have written agreements before any work begins
• Ensure that the partner is behind your project and not just “doing you a favour”
• The benefits should be reciprocal and not for ulterior motives
• If debt is acknowledged as a possibility then make sure that everyone understands how funds should be spent and how those decisions are made

Fundraising

• Ask yourself is time effectively used planning a fundraiser versus writing grants/sponsorship requests.
• #1 always ask for money that is the only way you shall receive it
• #2 Segment, ask for specific amounts to give the donor an understanding of your needs
• Suggestions: Theatre companies can main out season subscriptions/promo with donation envelops.

When describing your play refrain from saying: it’s really great!

• Target groups in layers, old friends, co-workers, elders, teammates etc. and pitch to their interests,
• Ex. nationality, social issues, use of multi-media, time period, etc.
• Personal e-mails, letters- both inviting and thanking people for coming
• Keep records and follow up with those who show support

Fringe Festival is expanding by adding an outreach wing, paid internships and online ticket subsidies