Dear Medina Members and all those that have been in contact with Medina Theatre Ensemble,

            The past year has proven to be a phenomenal success thanks to your input and interest.  We had a most successful Holocaust Education Performance at Temple Sinai of "A Shayna Maidel" by Barbara Lebow and directed by Jacqui Burke.  Our cast included Fabio Sapasnik, Marion Hirschberg, Barry Minshell, Maxx Finkelstein, Cari Haim and Gina Giorgakopoulos all performing to an almost full house.

            We immediately began working on two more  of our theatrical programs.  Scenes are currently being written by members and worked on to be eventually performed at various venues.  We are now in rehearsal for scenes directed by our own Gloria Valentine, under the name of MedinaScenes Ensemble and we have already secured a performance date of Valentine Day, February 14th with a second venue still to be confirmed.

Our second program is our full length play and this year it was chosen during our workshops with Mario D'Alimonte.  The Odd Couple - Female Version by Neil Simon is far funnier than the male one, or maybe that's because Medina's members will be performing it.  Jacqui Burke will be directing and of course, there are lots of roles for women and some for the guys as well.  This play will be performed three times.  In the past it was felt that so much work was done for just one performance so this year, we now have confirmed dates of Temple Sinai on Monday April 23rd, Beth David on Wednesday April 25th and Beth Torah on May 1st.  There will also be seven rehearsals which includes the one on the day of performance. 

AUDITIONS:  Thursday March 15th 7 p.m to 9 p.m. with call backs on Sun. March 18th 1 - 4 (if necessary)

                         Rehearsals begin on Thursday March 29th 7 - 9

                                                PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL REHEARSALSES WILL BE HELD AT 15 MURRICH STREET  (YONGE AND DAVENPORT AREA)       

To arrange for an audition, please email me at revalawry@rogers.blackberry.net or call me at 416-445-8718.  Emailing me is the best choice.

With best regards to all and hoping you had a happy, healthy and WARM holiday season.  Just keep in mind, spring is on the way....eventually.

Reva Lawry

Medina Theatre Ensemble presents "A Shayna Maidel" by Barbara Lebow, part of Holocaust Education Week. Staged reading about a Holocaust survivor's reunion. Date: Monday, November 6, 7:30 pm. Performance to take place at Temple Sinai, 210 Wilson Avenue. Reservations: Reva Lawry Tel:416-445-8718 or Email: revalawry@rogers.blackberry.net ADMISSION FREE.

 MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE

PRESENTS

AS A HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE

A STAGED READING PERFORMANCE

OF

 The Sun in My Eyes

Written By Jack Kuper

Directed by Jacqui Burke

Jack Kuper’s autobiographical play set in a small Polish town in 1942 details the plight of the Jews at the hands of the Nazis through the eyes of Kuper’s family.

A story of courage, dignity and compassion.

DATE: Monday, November 3rd, 2014, 7:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Temple Sinai ,

210 Wilson Avenue (East of Bathurst)

Admission : Free

Information: Barry, (416) 483-4487

 

Medina Theatre Ensemble is a not for profit Community Theatre. We welcome new members who wish to learn acting and stagecraft. Yearly fees are $30.00. Membership fees must be paid in advance of any program.

“CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF STAGED READINGS”

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Medina is holding a

Workshop

for members and those interested in joining

 

on

 

September 28th, 2014

I – 3pm

 

RSVP to Fran Abelson and to get location details

 Medina Theatre Ensemble is a not for profit community theatre.

“CELEBRATING 29 YEARS OF STAGED READINGS”

Visit http://medinatheatre.blogspot.ca/

An upcoming Medina production:

 

"SUN IN MY EYES” 

Written by Jack Kuper

 

 Directed by Jacqui Burke

 

Audition to be held on:

Tuesday September 30^th,  2014 at 2 Neptune Ave.,  
in the boardroom

7 pm sharp

Performance date: Monday, November 3, 2014 at Temple Sinai, 210 Wilson Ave.

Medina Theatre Ensemble is a not for profit community theatre.

“CELEBRATING 29 YEARS OF STAGED READINGS”

Visit http://medinatheatre.blogspot.ca/

Your Community Theatre

MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE PRESENTS

 A STAGED READING PERFORMANCE OF NEIL SIMON’S HIT PLAY

“PLAZA SUITE”

Directed by Mario D’Alimonte

This play is composed of three unrelated stories, each involving different characters, but are all set in Suite 719, in New York’s luxury Plaza Hotel.

PERFORMANCE DATE:  Monday, June 2, 2014

TIME:  7:30 p.m.

LOCATION:  Temple Sinai Congregation, Fanny Green Hall

                     200 Wilson Avenue (East of Bathurst)

 

ADMISSION:  $10.00         

 

Medina Theatre Ensemble is a not for profit community theatre.

“CELEBRATING 29 YEARS OF STAGED READINGS”

Visit http://medinatheatre.blogspot.ca/

MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE

IS HOLDING A WORKSHOP ON

“A BASIC APPROACH TO ACTING”

with

GERI GANS

SUNDAY MAY 4^TH, 2014

1-3 P.M.

9^th FLOOR, 2 NEPTUNE DRIVE

REUBEN CIPIN HEALTH LIVING COMMNUNITY

PLEASE R.S.V.P. BY APRIL 30^TH, 2014

REVA: 416-445-8718

FRAN: 416-638-2716

OPEN TO MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING

SPACE IS LIMITED

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MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE

is holding an

AUDITION

for a staged reading of Neil Simon’s hit play

“PLAZA SUITE”

Directed by Mario D’Alimonte

This play is composed of three unrelated stories, each involving different characters, but all are set in Suite 719, in New York’s luxury Plaza Hotel.

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

Time: 7 – 9:30 p.m.

2 Neptune Drive – The Board Room

RSVP TO SECURE A SPOT : Reva 416-445-8718 Fran 416- 638-2716

We welcome new members, age 18 - 108

Yearly membership $30.00

Your Community Theatre
                     

MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE

PRESENTS

 

SPOTLIGHT ON LOVE

                                                                                    

OPEN TO MEDINA MEMBERS AND FRIENDS
 

Monday February 10, 2014

2 Neptune Drive

Reuben Cipin Health Living Community

Main Hall, 1^st Floor

7:00 p.m.

 

RSVP:  Fran:  416-638-2716             

              Reva:  416-445-8718

  

Space is limited to 12 performances (max 3 minutes in length).

Any original material must be presented prior to the programme.

           

 

 

MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE

IS HOLDING A SCENE STUDY WORKSHOP

WITH MARIO D’ALIMONTE

 

TUESDAY, JANUARY 14^TH, 2014

AT 7:00 P.M.

LIMITED SPACE

PAID-UP MEMBERS ONLY

 

PLEASE R.S.V.P. BY JANUARY 6, 2014

REVA: 416-445-8718

FRAN: 416-638-2716

YOUR COMMUNITY THEATRE PRESENTS

AS A HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE

 

A STAGED READING PERFORMANCE OF

 

"ANGEL IN THE NIGHT"

Based on a true story

 

Written by Joanna Halpert Kraus

Directed by Mario D’Alimonte

This drama about a young girl's courage is based on the true story of Marysia Pawlina Szul, a Polish Catholic teen, who saved the lives of four Jews during World War II. She is honored both in Yad Vashem, Israel, and the Avenue of the Righteous Park, Evanston, IL. Angel in the Night is an inspirational story of courage, compassion and heroism reinforcing the concept that one individual can make a difference and that ultimately love is stronger than hate. 

 

PERFORMANCE DATE: Monday, Nov. 4th, 2013

TIME:  7:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Temple Sinai Congregation,

210 Wilson Avenue (East of Bathurst)

ADMISSION: Free

INFORMATION: Fran 416 638 2716

 

Medina Theatre Ensemble is a non-profit Community Theatre celebrating its 29th year. We welcome new members who wish to learn acting and stagecraft. Yearly fees are $30.00. Membership fees must be paid in advance of any program.

Medina Theatre Ensemble is holding a WORKSHOP led by

MARIO D’ALIMONTE at 2 Neptune Drive, on the 9^th floor

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2013 at 7 pm

Yearly dues are $30.00; Workshops are for members in good standing.

Please R.S.V.P. to Fran 416 638-2716

AUDITION

 

FOR A STAGED READING PERFORMANCE OF

”ANGEL IN THE NIGHT”

Based on a true story

Written by Joanna Halpert Kraus

 

Directed by Mario D’Alimonte

 

AUDITION DATE: Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2013

TIME: 7:00-9:30 p.m.

LOCATION:  2 Neptune Drive – Boardroom 1^st Fl. (Corner Bathurst/ Buzz #121)

SPACE IS LIMITED!!

Bring picture and resume, if possible.

 IMPORTANT- YOU MUST RSVP:   DETAILS- Contact FRAN 416 638 2716

Medina Theatre Ensemble is a non-profit Community Theatre celebrating its 29th year. We welcome new members who wish to learn acting and stagecraft. Yearly fees are $30.00. Membership fees must be paid in advance of any program.

http://medinatheatre.blogspot.ca/

 

Medina Theatre Ensemble

AGM Announcement

October 2, 2013
7:30 -9:30 p.m.
2 Neptune Ave.

Come and elect your Medina executive and enjoy an evening of Scenecraft.
Members in good standing are invited to participate.

MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE PRESENTS:

A STAGED READING PERFORMANCE OF

 THE SECOND TIME AROUND

Written by Henry Denker

Directed by Mario D’Alimonte

An unexpected romance engages widowed seniors in their golden years. They decide to introduce each other to their adult children, but they are met with a wall of resistance and disapproval. Even though the children’s own marriages are anything but perfect, they don’t hesitate to give relationship advice to their parents! Funny, fast-paced, and full of witty banter, this endearing comedy appeals to all ages.

PERFORMANCE DATE: Monday, June 10, 2013

TIME:  7:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Temple Sinai Congregation,

210 Wilson Avenue (East of Bathurst)

ADMISSION: $10.00

INFORMATION: Fran 416 638 2716 or  Morris 416 785-0344

Medina Theatre Ensemble is a non-profit Community Theatre celebrating its 28th year. We welcome new members who wish to learn acting and stagecraft. Yearly fees are $30.00. Membership fees must be paid in advance of any program.

http://medinatheatre.blogspot.ca

 MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE WILL BE HOLDING AN

AUDITION

 FOR A STAGED READING PERFORMANCE OF

 

THE SECOND TIME AROUND

Written by Henry Denker

Directed by Mario D’Alimonte

An unexpected romance engages widowed seniors in their golden years. They decide to introduce each other to their adult children, but they are met with a wall of resistance and disapproval. Even though the childrens' own marriages are anything but perfect, they don’t hesitate to give relationship advice to their parents! Funny, fast-paced, and full of witty banter, this endearing comedy appeals to all ages.

AUDITION DATE: Monday, May. 13, 2013

TIME:  7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

LOCATION:  2 Neptune Drive – Boardroom (Corner Bathurst/ Buzz #121)

SPACE IS LIMITED!!

Bring picture and resume, if possible.

IMPORTANT- YOU MUST RSVP:   DETAILS- Contact FRAN 416 638 2716 or                         MORRIS 416 785-0344

 

Medina Theatre Ensemble is a non-profit Community Theatre celebrating its 28th year. We welcome new members who wish to learn acting and stagecraft. Yearly fees are $30.00. Membership fees must be paid in advance of any program

http://medinatheatre.blogspot.ca/

 

Medina had a successful Night at the Movies on March 2nd. President Morris Jacobs presented a movie about the history of the old Broadway originals, Broadway: The Golden Age, by the Legends Who Were There (2003)

Medina's Valentine's Event, Spotlight on Love was a romantic event with members performing poetry, monologues, excerpts from movies and even performing love songs. Fun was had by all.

MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE

PRESENTS

“SPOTLIGHT ON LOVE”

 

AN ANNUAL VALENTINES DAY PROGRAM

FREE FOR 

All MEMBERS OF MEDINA

 

Members are permitted to bring a guest

Everyone is  Encouraged to Perform Love Scenes, Poems, Dance, Songs, Etc.

 

(Call to Reserve Your Performance Time

Six Minutes Maximum)

DATE: Mon., Feb. 11/ 2013

Space is Limited!!

TIME:  7:30-9:30 P.M.

LOCATION:  2 Neptune Drive (Corner Bathurst/ Buzz #121)

                      Main  floor activity  room.

              

R.S.V.P / DETAILS: Call Fran 416-638-2716 or

Morris 416-785-0344.

 

Medina Theatre Ensemble is a non-profit Community Theatre celebrating its 28th year. We welcome new members who wish to learn acting and stagecraft.

MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE PRESENTS

AS A HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE

A STAGED READING PERFORMANCE OF

THE INVESTIGATION

Written by Peter Weiss

Directed by Sten Eirik

A stark, haunting play done as concentrated recitation, in detached and precise detail, of the vilest atrocities, The Investigation is an overwhelming dramatic experience. It is Weiss' ruthless documentary of the Frankfurt Auschwitz trials, which he attended. These proceedings, held in 1963-5 focused on the crimes perpetrated at Auschwitz.
Using the actual testimony of survivors as witnesses against those who exploited them and others, Weiss creates a riveting drama based on the trial.

NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 14 YEARS OF AGE

PERFORMANCE DATE: Monday, Nov. 05, 2012

TIME: 7:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Temple Sinai Congregation

210 Wilson Avenue (East of Bathurst)

ADMISSION: Free

INFORMATION: Fran 416-638-2716 or Morris 416-785-0344

Medina Theatre Ensemble is a non-profit Community Theatre celebrating its 28th year. We welcome new members who wish to learn acting and stagecraft. Yearly fees are $30.00. Membership fees must be paid in advance of any program.

YOUR COMMUNITY THEATRE

MEDINA THEATRE ENSEMBLE WILL BE HOLDING AN

 AUDITION

FOR A STAGED READING PERFORMANCE OF

THE INVESTIGATION

Written by Peter Weiss

Directed by Sten Eirik

A stark, haunting play done as concentrated recitation, in detached and precise detail, of the vilest atrocities, The Investigation is an overwhelming dramatic experience. It is Weiss' ruthless documentary of the Frankfurt Auschwitz trials, which he attended. These proceedings, held in 1963-5 focused on the crimes perpetrated at Auschwitz.

Using the actual testimony of survivors as witnesses against those who exploited them and others, Weiss creates a riveting drama based on the trial.

AUDITION DATE: Monday, Oct. 15, 2012

TIME:  7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Temple Sinai,

210 Wilson Avenue (East of Bathurst)

SPACE IS LIMITED!!

Bring picture and resume, if possible.

IMPORTANT- YOU MUST RSVP: 

DETAILS- Contact FRAN 416 638 2716 or MORRIS 416 785-0344