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Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: Our Town by Thornton Wilder Dates and time: July 18, 19, 25, 26 at 8:00 p.m. & July 20, 27 at 3:00 p.m. Cost: $15 General Admission, $10 Students & Seniors For more information: (574) 975-031;

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Event: Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Dates and time: July 18, 19, 25, 26 at 8:00 p.m. & July 20, 27 at 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $15 General Admission, $10 Students & Seniors
For more information: (574) 975-031; www.newworldarts.org; info@newworldarts.org

July 1, 2008 GOSHEN, INDIANA – New World Arts will present the classic Thornton Wilder play Our Town on July 18, 19, 20, 25, 26 and 27 at their mainstage in downtown Goshen. Directed by Laura Gouin, the production is set in a fictional New England town at the turn of the twentieth century and follows the lives of two young people, played by Jaron Kennel and Jessica Hage.

An unusual choice for New World Arts, which has become known within the community for choosing experimental and new works, Gouin insists Our Town is the perfect choice for this season.

“New World Arts Season Ten is focused on community, how could we not do Our Town?” asks Gouin. “And as far as experimental plays go, this one is hugely experimental. We’re performing it with no set, no props, and universal costumes. It’s a big challenge for our actors.”

“And the message of the play is poignant. It speaks of the beauty of life and asks us to take the time to look at one another and connect,” continues Gouin.

Written as a response to contemporary theater of the time and featuring minimal scenery, props and costume changes, Our Town relies heavily on pantomime and dialogue. Since its premiere in 1938, Our Town has become one of the most frequently produced plays from an American playwright.

There will also be a student juried art show focusing on the theme “Our Town” open to all middle and high school students in Elkhart County. There will be an opening night reception on Friday July 18 at 7:00 p.m. with cash awards being given to the top three artists. All accepted art work will be on display during the run of Our Town. Cash prizes for the top three artists have been generously donated by Goshen Community Bank. For information on submitting your art work for consideration, please call 574-975-0311 or email info@newworldarts.org

To make advance reservations, call (574) 975-0311. Advance reservations will be closed on performance dates. On performance dates, tickets may be purchased at the box office a half hour before curtain. For more information, please visit www.newworldarts.org.

New World Arts is located at 211 S. Main Street in Goshen, Indiana (parking lot and entrance are located at the back of the building, accessible from South Third Street).

Editors: For more information about this release, contact Laura Gouin at (574) 975-0311 or laurag@newworldarts.org.

Photo by Dennis Guillaume
Pictured right to left Jessica Hage, Jaron Kennel

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June 16, 2008 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: Student Juried Art Show in Celebration of Our Town by Thornton Wilder Date and time: Friday July 18th, 2008 7:00 pm GOSHEN, Ind. — In celebration of the

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Event: Student Juried Art Show in Celebration of Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Date and time: Friday July 18th, 2008 7:00 pm

GOSHEN, Ind. — In celebration of the opening of Our Town by Thornton Wilder, the third production in New World Art's monumental season ten, they will be hosting a juried art show with cash prizes of $250 generously donated by Goshen Community Bank.

Middle and High school students (anyone in grades 6-12 in the 2007-08 school year) in Elkhart Co. are invited to submit 1-3 art works for a competition at New World Arts. Submissions must be delivered to New World on July 12 from 9:00 am to noon. Arrangements can be made to drop off the artwork at another time by calling Jennifer at 574-529-4154.

Opening reception to be held at New World Arts on July 18 at 7:00 p.m., the evening New World Arts will open their production of Our Town. Accepted artwork will hang at New World for the run of Our Town. Pieces which are not accepted may be picked up between July 13 and July 17 at New World Arts.

Submission requirements: Each student may submit up to 3 pieces of (preferably 2D) artwork which reflects on the theme Our Town - pieces ought to capture something of your community (any town in Elkhart Co. is fine.) Pieces must be clearly labeled on the back with artists' name, grade level and school, e-mail address (for notification,) and street address. If you'd like to sell your work, please include a price as well.

New World Arts will add an additional 20% to any pieces being offered for sale and will take that percentage as their commission.

Cash Prizes: Best of Show - $150, First Place - $75, and Second Place. - $25

Contact Adam at agfsculpt@yahoo.com for further information or call 574-975-0311.

New World Arts is located at 211 S. Main Street in Goshen, Indiana (parking lot and entrance are located at the back of the building, accessible from South Third Street).

Founded in 1998 as New World Players, New World Arts seeks to expand the boundaries of human potential through live theatrical experiences that instigate dialogue and encourage growth among artists and audiences alike. We believe that collaboration, risk-taking, play and promoting new work are essential to fulfilling this mission.

Located at 211 S. Main Street, New World Arts produces a yearly theatre season and hosts occasional visiting ensembles, musicians and visual artists. For more information, call (574) 975-0311, email info@newworldarts.org, or visit www.newworldarts.org. ]]> 2008-07-24T17:16:29Z 2008-05-21T12:41:28Z tag:www.newworldarts.org,2008-05-21:%2Fdada%2Fmail.cgi%2Farchive%2Fnwa_pr%2F20080521124128%2F

May 21, 2008 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: Auditions for Our Town by Thornton Wilder Date and time: Saturday May 31st 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. GOSHEN, Ind. — New World Arts holds auditions for the third s

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Event: Auditions for Our Town by Thornton Wilder
Date and time: Saturday May 31st 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

GOSHEN, Ind. — New World Arts holds auditions for the third show in their monumental Season Ten, Our Town by Thornton Wilder on Saturday May 31st from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Wilder's commentary on the ephemeral and exquisite nature of life leads audiences into Grover's Corners, New Hampshire, circa 1901. As they watch the town over the course of twelve years, through triumph and woe, they see the profound cycles of human existence and community.

Seeking actors of all ages and ethnicities, the production will be directed by Artistic Director Laura Gouin and will rehearse in June/July and run July 18-20 and 25-27 with a possible hold over on August 1-3.

The audition will consist of cold readings from the script.

New World Arts is also looking for designers and a stage manager for the production.

If interested please email the Artistic Director Laura Gouin at lgouin@newworldarts.org or phone 574-975-0311.

New World Arts is located at 211 S. Main Street in Goshen, Indiana (parking lot and entrance are located at the back of the building, accessible from South Third Street).

Founded in 1998 as New World Players, New World Arts seeks to expand the boundaries of human potential through live theatrical experiences that instigate dialogue and encourage growth among artists and audiences alike. We believe that collaboration, risk-taking, play and promoting new work are essential to fulfilling this mission.

Located at 211 S. Main Street, New World Arts produces a yearly theatre season and hosts occasional visiting ensembles, musicians and visual artists. For more information, call (574) 975-0311, email info@newworldarts.org, or visit www.newworldarts.org. ]]> 2008-07-24T17:16:29Z 2008-05-13T11:24:59Z tag:www.newworldarts.org,2008-05-13:%2Fdada%2Fmail.cgi%2Farchive%2Fnwa_pr%2F20080513112459%2F

May 13, 2008 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: "Summer Youth Acting Camp: Ages 8 - 17", *Some age exceptions may be made depending on the maturity of students. Dates and times: June 9th - 13th 9:00 a.

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Please add this upcoming event to your events listings:

Event: "Summer Youth Acting Camp: Ages 8 - 17",
*Some age exceptions may be made depending on the maturity of students.
Dates and times: June 9th - 13th 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
*Final performance on June 13th at 5:30 p.m.
Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind.
Cost: $150, $100 for each sibling, Early Registration May 26th (receive $25 discount)
For more information: (574) 975-031; www.newworldarts.org; info@newworldarts.org

GOSHEN, Ind. — New World Arts partners with Center Stage Academy of Performing Arts in a summer youth acting camp.

Campers will receive morning instruction in choreography/movement, voice, and acting techniques in classes divided by age and taught by industry professionals. Afternoons will be spent in rehearsal for the end of camp performance of scenes from Charlotte's Web.

"This camp is designed to do more than place your student on a stage," says Artistic Director Laura Gouin. "Every student will have a substantial role and the small class sizes and personalized attention will help each student to significantly develop their talents." The camp will be limited to 30 students and the class sizes will be kept at 10 students.

The camp will culminate in a final free performance of scenes from Charlotte's Web for friends and families of the students.

Registration is now open for the camp and space is extremely limited. To reserve your space, please call 574-975-0311 or email info@newworldarts.org

"We are currently looking for local businesses to partially underwrite the camp so we may keep the costs affordable for any student who would like to attend. All donations are completely tax deductible. If interested in underwriting the event, please contact Artistic Director, Laura Gouin at 574-975-0311.

New World Arts is located at 211 S. Main Street in Goshen, Indiana (parking lot and entrance are located at the back of the building, accessible from South Third Street).

Founded in 1998 as New World Players, New World Arts seeks to expand the boundaries of human potential through live theatrical experiences that instigate dialogue and encourage growth among artists and audiences alike. We believe that collaboration, risk-taking, play and promoting new work are essential to fulfilling this mission.

Located at 211 S. Main Street, New World Arts produces a yearly theatre season and hosts occasional visiting ensembles, musicians and visual artists. For more information, call (574) 975-0311, email info@newworldarts.org, or visit www.newworldarts.org.]]> 2008-07-24T17:16:30Z 2008-05-07T16:31:32Z tag:www.newworldarts.org,2008-05-07:%2Fdada%2Fmail.cgi%2Farchive%2Fnwa_pr%2F20080507163132%2F

May 7, 2008 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: "Survive This! Improv Reality TV Style" Dates and times: Saturdays, May 17, 24, 31 and June 14, 21, 28 at 10 p.m. Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main

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Please add this upcoming event to your events listings:

Event: "Survive This! Improv Reality TV Style"
Dates and times: Saturdays, May 17, 24, 31 and June 14, 21, 28 at 10 p.m.
Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind.
Cost: $10 General Admission, $5 Students & Seniors
For more information: (574) 975-031; www.newworldarts.org; info@newworldarts.org

GOSHEN, Ind. — New World Arts opens their first ever improvisation series, Survive This! Improv Reality TV Style.

See your favorite reality TV characters (or rather, our version of them), trying to survive on our improv stage. In the vein of Whose Line is it Anyway, this series will take a humorous look at reality TV and why we are so addicted to it. With immunity, double elimination, and all the things we both love and hate about reality TV, this series promises to be an hour of laughter and fun. And you, the audience, will get to vote off one of the improv artists every night. The series will end with a showdown between the final two, with a little help from their original cast members. Your vote matters. Come decide who will Survive This.

*Adult humor, show not recommended for those under the age of 17.

Cast includes Goshen, Elkhart, and South Bend residents: Steve Freeto, CJ Irelan, Jesse Johnson, Leah Morena, Adam Miller, Aaron Nichols, Drea Novotny, and Mark Yoder.

Performances are Saturdays, May 17, 24, 31 and June 14, 21, 28 at 10 p.m.

To make advance reservations, call (574) 975-0311. Advance reservations will be closed on performance dates. On performance dates, tickets may be purchased at the box office a half hour before curtain. For more information, please visit www.newworldarts.org.

New World Arts is located at 211 S. Main Street in Goshen, Indiana (parking lot and entrance are located at the back of the building, accessible from South Third Street).

Founded in 1998 as New World Players, New World Arts seeks to expand the boundaries of human potential through live theatrical experiences that instigate dialogue and encourage growth among artists and audiences alike. We believe that collaboration, risk-taking, play and promoting new work are essential to fulfilling this mission.

Located at 211 S. Main Street, New World Arts produces a yearly theatre season and hosts occasional visiting ensembles, musicians and visual artists. For more information, call (574) 975-0311, email info@newworldarts.org, or visit www.newworldarts.org.

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April 7, 2008 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: "Dirty Hands" by Jean-Paul Sartre Dates and times: April 18, 19, 25, 26 at 8:00 p.m. & April 20, 27 at 3:00 p.m. Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main

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Please add this upcoming event to your events listings:

Event: "Dirty Hands" by Jean-Paul Sartre
Dates and times: April 18, 19, 25, 26 at 8:00 p.m. & April 20, 27 at 3:00 p.m.
Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind.
Cost: $15 General Admission, $10 Students & Seniors
For more information: (574) 975-031; www.newworldarts.org; info@newworldarts.org

GOSHEN, Ind. — New World Arts opens the second show of their season ten with Dirty Hands by Jean-Paul Sartre.

One of Sartre’s lesser known works, Dirty Hands calls into question what it means to be a patriot or terrorist in a time of war.

The play, set in the semi-mythical land of Illyria, centers around Hugo, an idealistic and passionate young man who is frustrated by the corruption of his world. He joins the “party” to combat these wrongs and finds himself on a difficult assignment. Will he be able to dirty his hands for a cause in which he believes so strongly? And what about the party leader Hoederer who as a realist, believes it’s far easier to change the system then to change the people?

“This play is very timely considering the state of the world,” says Geoffrey Owens (playing Hoederer). “We live in a world of shoot first and damn the questions. Unfortunately in such a world, the merits of any particular argument are secondary to how fanatically its followers adhere to it.”

“With New World Arts milestone season focused on community, this play is a perfect fit, says Artistic Director Laura Gouin. “In Dirty Hands, we see a war torn country where people are separated by their ideals. Each struggles to be heard while desperately trying to find a community and a home for their ideals.”

Performances of "Dirty Hands" at New World Arts are scheduled for April 18, 19, 25, 26 at 8:00 p.m. & April 20, 27 at 3:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $15 general admission, $10 for students and seniors.

To make advance reservations, call (574) 975-0311. Advance reservations will be closed on performance dates. On performance dates, tickets may be purchased at the box office a half hour before curtain. For more information, please visit www.newworldarts.org.

New World Arts is located at 211 S. Main Street in Goshen, Indiana (parking lot and entrance are located at the back of the building, accessible from South Third Street).

Founded in 1998 as New World Players, New World Arts seeks to expand the boundaries of human potential through live theatrical experiences that instigate dialogue and encourage growth among artists and audiences alike. We believe that collaboration, risk-taking, play and promoting new work are essential to fulfilling this mission.

Located at 211 S. Main Street, New World Arts produces a yearly theatre season and hosts occasional visiting ensembles, musicians and visual artists. For more information, call (574) 975-0311, email info@newworldarts.org, or visit www.newworldarts.org.

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April 1, 2008 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: Live, with Josh Nisley Date and time: April 5, 8:00 p.m. Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind. For more information: (574)

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Please add this upcoming event to your events listings:

Event: Live, with Josh Nisley
Date and time: April 5, 8:00 p.m.
Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind.

For more information: (574) 975-0311

GOSHEN, Ind. – New World Arts in downtown Goshen brings back its semi-formal concert series: Live, by presenting local musician Josh Nisley (Middlebury, Ind.) on April 5. The concert series, begun by New World Arts in 2006, offers a more formal, candle-lit evening of music, as well as complementary dessert, tea, and coffee.

A self-described “rhythmic storyteller” and alternative folk/rock artist, Nisley approaches his work with a sensitivity towards personal connection and human experience. “I really see my music as a sort of in-depth explanation of events that we all go through,” he said, adding that, “I think we all have moments where we are just muted, speechless. I hope that each of my songs will be the words to fill the silence to someone.”

Playing at New World Arts, Nisley contributes to an artistic community already rich with experiences of human connection. “Josh approaches music in the same way that New World Arts approaches the thought-provoking theatre we have become known for,” said New World Arts Events Coordinator Cassie Greer. “His attention to communal experience and desire to provide a voice for the voiceless makes Josh an especially fitting performer during our current, community-focused Season Ten.”

Live, featuring Josh Nisley will be running one night only, April 5, at 8:00 p.m., with doors opening at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 General Admission, $10 for Students and Seniors, and include desserts and hot beverages along with the show. Tickets may be reserved in advance until Friday April 4th by calling (574) 975-0311; additional available tickets will be sold at the door at 7:30 p.m. on the evening of the show.

More information about Josh Nisely or the Live concert series can be found at www.newworldarts.org or by calling (574) 975-0311. New World Arts is located at 211 S. Main Street in Goshen, Indiana (parking lot and entrance are located at the back of the building, accessible from S. Third Street).

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Founded in 1998 as New World Players, New World Arts seeks to expand the boundaries of human potential through live theatrical experiences that instigate dialogue and encourage growth among artists and audiences alike. We believe that collaboration, risk-taking, play and promoting new work are essential to fulfilling this mission.

Located at 211 S. Main Street, New World Arts produces a yearly theatre season and hosts occasional visiting ensembles, musicians and visual artists. For more information, call (574) 975-0311, email info@newworldarts.org, or visit www.newworldarts.org.

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Editors: For more information about this release or to arrange an interview or press showing, contact Artistic Director Laura Gouin at (574) 538-7398 or press@newworldarts.com. ]]> 2008-07-24T17:16:30Z 2008-03-09T21:55:54Z tag:www.newworldarts.org,2008-03-09:%2Fdada%2Fmail.cgi%2Farchive%2Fnwa_pr%2F20080309215554%2F

March 10, 2008 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: Auditions for Improvisation Troupe Date and time: March 16th, 6:00 p.m. Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind. For more in

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Please add this upcoming event to your events listings:

Event: Auditions for Improvisation Troupe
Date and time: March 16th, 6:00 p.m.
Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind.

For more information: (574) 975-0311

GOSHEN, Ind. — New World Arts holds auditions for improvisation troupe this Sunday March 16th at 6:00 p.m.

NWA seeks actors of all ages and ethnicities, the improvisation troupe will perform 8-16 weeks (one night per week) throughout the year.

The troup will perform short form theater in the vein of Who's Line is it Anyway, utilizing games and audience suggestions.

If interested please email the Artistic Director Laura Gouin at lgouin@newworldarts.org or phone 574-975-0311.

Founded in 1998 as New World Players, New World Arts seeks to expand the boundaries of human potential through live theatrical experiences that instigate dialogue and encourage growth among artists and audiences alike. We believe that collaboration, risk-taking, play and promoting new work are essential to fulfilling this mission.

Located at 211 S. Main Street, New World Arts produces a yearly theatre season and hosts occasional visiting ensembles, musicians and visual artists. For more information, call (574) 975-0311, email info@newworldarts.org, or visit www.newworldarts.org.

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March 10, 2008 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: "The Vagina Monologues" by Eva Ensler Dates and times: March 21st, 8:00 & 10:00 p.m. Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind.

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Please add this upcoming event to your events listings:

Event: "The Vagina Monologues" by Eva Ensler
Dates and times: March 21st, 8:00 & 10:00 p.m.
Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind.
Cost: $10 General Admission, $5 Students & Seniors
For more information: (574) 975-031; www.newworldarts.org; info@newworldarts.org

GOSHEN, Ind. — New World Arts hosts a V-Day 2008 benefit performance of The Vagina Monologues by Eva Ensler.

V-Day is a global movement to stop violence against women and girls. V-Day is a catalyst that promotes creative events to increase awareness, raise money, and revitalize the spirit of existing anti-violence organizations. V-Day generates broader attention for the fight to stop violence against women and girls, including rape, battery, incest, female genital mutilation (FGM), and sexual slavery.

Proceeds from these performances of The Vagina Monologues will go to the V-Day 2008 Spotlight: Women of New Orleans and the Elkhart County Women's Shelter.

"The Vagina Monologues create a safe environment where the vagina, women, and violence against women can be discussed and change can start to happen," says benefit organizer and Goshen College student Deane Binde. This student initiated production will highlight performances by students and local actresses of all ages.

"While this isn't a New World Arts mainstage production, the mission of V-Day fits right in with our season mission of building a community through theatre. A community of safety, love, and respect for each other," says Artistic Director Laura Gouin.

Performances of "The Vagina Monologues" at New World Arts are scheduled for March 21st; curtain times at 8 & 10 p.m. Ticket prices are $10 general admission, $5 for students and seniors. For more information or to make reservations, call (574) 975-0311 or go online to www.newworldarts.org. New World Arts is located at 211 S. Main Street in Goshen, Indiana (parking lot and entrance are located at the back of the building, accessible from South Third Street).

Founded in 1998 as New World Players, New World Arts seeks to expand the boundaries of human potential through live theatrical experiences that instigate dialogue and encourage growth among artists and audiences alike. We believe that collaboration, risk-taking, play and promoting new work are essential to fulfilling this mission.

Located at 211 S. Main Street, New World Arts produces a yearly theatre season and hosts occasional visiting ensembles, musicians and visual artists. For more information, call (574) 975-0311, email info@newworldarts.org, or visit www.newworldarts.org.

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March 3, 2008 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: "Marisol" by José Rivera Extended Dates and times: March 7th and 8th Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B,

New World Arts Press List press@newworldarts.org
Please add this upcoming event to your events listings:

Event: "Marisol" by José Rivera
Extended Dates and times: March 7th and 8th
Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.
Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind.
Cost: $15 General Admission, $10 Students & Seniors
For more information: (574) 975-031; www.newworldarts.org; info@newworldarts.org


New World Arts extends the run of Marisol for a 3rd weekend

GOSHEN, Ind. — New World Arts exciting Season Ten begins with a bang as their opening show is extended to a 3rd weekend in order to accommodate all who would like to see the production.

New World Arts opens its historic Season Ten with a reprise from its very first season: "Marisol" by José Rivera. Originally performed to sold out audiences at the theatre ten years ago, "Marisol" depicts a world beginning to fail and slowly deteriorate. When New York City resident Mariol Perez learns that angels are planning celestial war in order to save the world, she is set on a unavoidable journey to find faith, security and hope while the world, rent apart, is seemingly bereft of any.

In an election year where four out of five Americans are seeking change in government, the play could not come at a more important time. Rivera, most well-known for his screenplay "The Motorcycle Diaries," references the genre of magical realism, describing a need for change and revolution through spectacle, through grand imagery and through metaphor.

"It's obvious this play resonates with the community," says Laura Gouin, Artistic Director. "After several sellout shows, we had to extend the production to a 3rd weekend in order to get everybody in who wants to see it. This makes for a great start to our milestone season ten."

The reprise of "Marisol" comes as New World Arts begins it's tenth season exploring the relevance and importance of local and global communities, and how each shapes the people that exist within it. "'Marisol' questions the validity of the powers that be and asks us to take a close look at the societal structures we prop up with our belief," said Falcòn.

Extended performances of "Marisol" at New World Arts are scheduled for March 7-8; curtain times at 8 p.m. Ticket prices are $15 general admission, $10 for students and seniors. For more information or to make reservations, call (574) 975-0311 or go online to www.newworldarts.org. New World Arts is located at 211 S. Main Street in Goshen, Indiana (parking lot and entrance are located at the back of the building, accessible from South Third Street).

Founded in 1998 as New World Players, New World Arts seeks to expand the boundaries of human potential through live theatrical experiences that instigate dialogue and encourage growth among artists and audiences alike. We believe that collaboration, risk-taking, play and promoting new work are essential to fulfilling this mission.

Located at 211 S. Main Street, New World Arts produces a yearly theatre season and hosts occasional visiting ensembles, musicians and visual artists. For more information, call (574) 975-0311, email info@newworldarts.org, or visit www.newworldarts.org.

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Editors: For more information about this release or to arrange an interview or press showing, contact art director Daniel Palmer at (574) 229-4780 or press@newworldarts.com.

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Local actress Cassie Greer as Marisol during last weekend's performance at New World Arts. Due to demand, the theatre is holding the show over for another weekend of Friday and Saturday night performances in downtown Goshen. (Photo by Daniel Palmer)]]> 2008-07-24T17:16:30Z 2008-02-12T20:47:08Z tag:www.newworldarts.org,2008-02-12:%2Fdada%2Fmail.cgi%2Farchive%2Fnwa_pr%2F20080212204708%2F

February 13, 2008 — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Please add this upcoming event to your events listings: Event: "Marisol" by José Rivera Dates and times: Feb. 22-24, 29 and March 1-2; Fridays and Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. Location: New World Arts, 2

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Please add this upcoming event to your events listings:

Event: "Marisol" by José Rivera
Dates and times: Feb. 22-24, 29 and March 1-2;
Fridays and Saturday at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m.
Location: New World Arts, 211 South Main St., Suite B, Goshen, Ind.
Cost: $15 General Admission, $10 Students & Seniors
For more information: (574) 975-031; www.newworldarts.org; info@newworldarts.org


New World Arts begins Season Ten with magical epic: Marisol

GOSHEN, Ind. — Apples and coffee are extinct, common rainwater turns skin bright red, and Earth's moon is lost in the orbit of Jupiter.

New World Arts opens its historic Season Ten with a reprise from its very first season: "Marisol" by José Rivera. Originally performed to sold out audiences at the theatre ten years ago, "Marisol" depicts a world beginning to fail and slowly deteriorating. When New York City resident Mariol Perez learns that angels are planning celestial war in order to save the world, she is set on a unavoidable journey to find faith, security and hope while the world, rent apart, is seemingly bereft of any.

In an election year where four out of five Americans are seeking change in government, the play could not come at a more important time. Rivera, most well-known for his screenplay "The Motorcycle Diaries," references the genre of magical realism, describing a need for change and revolution through spectacle, through grand imagery and through metaphor.

"I have been involved with this script twice before, and I find it to be one of the most fascinating I have ever directed," said director Bryan Falcòn. "Rivera draws heavily on Catholic religious imagery to redraw a fantasy world where the blood of fallen angels have salted our seas, the moon has fled from our skies and celestials plan a war on God. In the original production, New World explored the play as a voice of the under-represented, the poor and the oppressed. It was a production which deeply resonated with our first audience. The relevance of this voice for the under-represented has not changed."

The reprise of "Marisol" comes as New World Arts begins it's tenth season exploring the relevance and importance of local and global communities, and how each shapes the people that exist within it. "'Marisol' questions the validity of the powers that be and asks us to take a close look at the societal structures we prop up with our belief," said Falcòn.

"Marisol" starts the season with one of New World Arts' largest and most talented casts and design staffs to date. During the past month, over a dozen designers and craftspeople have been creating the costumes, sets, music and visuals of Falcòn's interpretation of Rivera's script, and transforming the stage of New World Arts into a slum in the near-apocalyptic Bronx.

Local actress Cassie Greer returns to the New World Arts stage as the character of Marisol. Greer has previously headlined New World Arts performances of "Anna in the Darkness," "Lysistrata," and "Hello and Goodbye."

"As the opener of Season Ten," said Greer, "a season focused on examining human community, 'Marisol' is telling the story of human community at its point of destruction into its rebirth, addressing the importance of a people empowered, free of limiting societal structures, united in community with each other and with the heavenly realm. It is a celebration of language, imagery, sound - an incredibly artistic show that challenges the entire production crew to think critically as well as artistically about the work we are doing, allowing us to develop and expand our abilities as actors and designers."

The season opener also brings some new faces to the New World Arts stage, including Jessica Hage, playing across from Greer as the character of June. "Reading the script, I don't want it to end. I want to read more, I want there to be a solution," said Hage. "But I think you must take your own solution, interpretation, and peace of mind from the story."

"The message I derive from 'Marisol' is that, no matter who we are or what our status is in society, we have to pull together and help one another. The structures of our jobs or what religion we follow do not necessarily define us," she added.

During their rehearsal and design process, the cast and designers of 'Marisol' have documented their progress on the New World Arts' blog web site, blog.newworldarts.org. Each member has put in their thoughts on the discussions of religion, power and identity as they have parsed the script during the last few weeks.

Falcòn, looking over his notes and some of the recent blog posts observed, "Marisol is us. She is every homeless person on the street, every believer in a church, every voter at the polls. Through her journey we can take a look at our own lives."

"It's a wonderful bookend to an exciting ten years in existence, and a play which speaks to the diverse Goshen community."

Performances of "Marisol" at New World Arts are scheduled for February 22-24, 29 and March 1-2; curtain times on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. Ticket prices are $15 general admission, $10 for students and seniors. For more information or to make reservations, call (574) 975-0311 or go online to www.newworldarts.org. New World Arts is located at 211 S. Main Street in Goshen, Indiana (parking lot and entrance are located at the back of the building, accessible from South Third Street).

Founded in 1998 as New World Players, New World Arts seeks to expand the boundaries of human potential through live theatrical experiences that instigate dialogue and encourage growth among artists and audiences alike. We believe that collaboration, risk-taking, play and promoting new work are essential to fulfilling this mission.

Located at 211 S. Main Street, New World Arts produces a yearly theatre season and hosts occasional visiting ensembles, musicians and visual artists. For more information, call (574) 975-0311, email info@newworldarts.org, or visit www.newworldarts.org.

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Editors: For more information about this release or to arrange an interview or press showing, contact art director Daniel Palmer at (574) 229-4780 or press@newworldarts.com.

PHOTO CAPTIONS
Actors Cassie Greer (left) and Thushan Hemachandra (right) rehearse "Marisol" at New World Arts. "Marisol" opens February 22 at the theatre in downtown Goshen.
(Photo by Daniel Palmer)

Derek Bontreger and Jessica Hage, brother and sister in New World Arts' "Marisol" argue across one another in Rivera's magical epic about the end, and rebirth, of the world.
(Photo by Daniel Palmer)]]>