There have been only two geniuses in the world. Willie Shakespeare and Willie Mays. ~Tallulah Bankhead
It’s that time of the year again. The time of year where we separate the contenders from the pretenders, the pros from the joes, the heroes from the zeros. Yes, that’s right, the baseball playoffs are just around the corner. In celebration, the BPP is presenting its most electrifying, action-packed, and anticipated fundraising event of the year, the Ike and Julie Arnove PlayOffs.
Just what are The PlayOffs, you ask? On October 21st, 9 playwrights, 9 directors, and 27 actors will have 24 hours to write, direct, and produce a short play based on a surprise theme, prop, and line of dialogue. Sound cool? It is.
Encouraging the competitive spirit, the artists are broken up into teams, each containing a ”Manager”(playwright), “Coach” (director) and three “Players” (actors). The teams then compete in the World Series PlayOffs (2 full performances) on October 22 and 23 at 8PM.
We need you to help our team owners and players before teams are drafted on October 21st! The more money you raise for your favorite team, playwright, director or actor, the better their chances are for winning the coveted World Series title and MVP award.
Donate easily and securely using this fundraising page.
Remember: Clearly state in the comment section which team or artist your donation is intended to support.
Thank you and let's play ball!
The 2011 Ike & Julie Arnove PlayOffs
9 Playwrights, 9 Directors, and 27 actors have only 24 hours to write, direct, and produce a full production based on a surprise theme, prop, and line of dialogue.
Press Conference: Friday, October 21st, 6 - 9pm (Come support your favorite team or artist and witness this year's super-exciting draft!)
Where: Bloomington Playwrights Project (107 West Ninth)
And don't forget to catch a performance!
Performances: October 22 & 23 (One weekend only!) at 8pm
Where: Bloomington Playwrights Project (107 West Ninth)
Cost: Tickets $20, available at BCT Box Office; all proceeds benefit the Bloomington Playwrights Project