Sunday, July 3, 2016

Our 2016-2017 season


Our fourth season is in full swing with our first 2 Poetry in the Park held.
POETRY this year
Sunday July 17th @ 1pm:  “Friends and Family” during Family Weekend
Sunday Aug 14th @ 1pm:  “Inspiration, words of wisdom”

Format for this season
Saturday July 23rd, 2016: Variety Show $5
Saturday July 30th, 2016: Variety Show $5
August 6-14: Linkage with Bare Oaks Art Week.  Check out the art residency details at http://nakedstate.ca/apply.  Bare Oaks Players will present something special at various locations in the park from “Model Behaviour” by Jeffrey Fiske
Friday Aug 19th, 2016: A comedy in two act “Buying the Moose” by Michael Wilmot; $10
Saturday Aug 27th, 2016: A comedy in two act “Buying the Moose” by Michael Wilmot; $10
Saturday Sept 3rd, 2016: A comedy in two act “Buying the Moose” by Michael Wilmot; $10

Box office is now open or email bop@bareoaks.ca for reservations

Monday, January 18, 2016

Our 4th season has started

It’s time to communicate to our supporters and valued members.
Our first official event and round one auditions is scheduled. Don’t miss out.

Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park, Saturday February 13, 2016


4:00pm to 5:00pm Workshop: Basic operation DMX and lights
              =è Hands on, in the New Forest Room
7:30pm to 8:30pm: Round One Auditions for Variety Show

              =è Come with a prepared piece. For example, it could be a component of a skit, a section of a song, a short dance number, a comedy routine...  You will not need to present the entire final product but it must be from what you would intend to present at the Variety Show in Jul and/or Aug 2016.
If you require clarity, please send an email to Suzy and Marc at bop@bareoaks.ca and we will respond.

Note that we have already granted 3 tickets to the auditions. Yes, you will get an assigned number, once you communicate that you want to audition.
All naturists welcome, all ages. To check out our venue and guidelines, visit www.bareoaks.ca

Reading time: Help select our play for this season


Bare Oaks Players is also calling for a play reading on January 24th, 2016 @ 1:30pm – Bare Oaks – Judy’s place on Helios Circle.
We will be reading “Buying the Moose” by Michael Wilmot. This will be our 2nd reading. Cast is 2M 2F.

We hope to see you at Bare Oaks for this event.

Let us know what you want to do this season with BOP


If you want to direct and/or submit a play for consideration, please send to bop@bareoaks.ca  as soon as possible.
Any other interest, such as lighting design, sound, stage managing, stage design…also let us know.

POETRY this year


Put these dates in your calendar.
Posters will be up soon around Bare Oaks. How about writing your own piece. You have time and themes!

              Sunday May 29th @ 1pm: “Dead Poet’s Society”
              Sunday June 19th @ 1pm: “Love and Relationships”
              Sunday July 17th @ 1pm:  “Friends and Family” during Family Weekend

              Sunday Aug 14th @ 1pm:  “Inspiration, words of wisdom”

Workshops – To be scheduled

 Note that more workshops will be scheduled this winter. Standby for dates.

              Tentative February: Basic directing concepts/ideas (Marc B)
              Tentative March: Stage Presence (Ramona)

Format for this season



Reading committee: Ongoing throughout the season, at Bare Oaks and in Toronto.

Workshops: 1 to 3 during the winter months

Poetry: One per month May to August 2016

Family Week: Short 10-15 minute presentation

July: Variety Show

August: Play or Variety Show Take 2 (To be determined)

August 6-14: Linkage with Bare Oaks Art Week.  Check out the art residency details at http://nakedstate.ca/apply.  Bare Oaks Players intends to have something special to present during this Art Week.
One idea submitted would be to present extracts from a play submitted to us last season.
A reading date with details will be scheduled shortly.                                                                

Thursday, October 8, 2015

Bare Oaks Players 3rd season


Bare Oaks Players did it again and successfully presented 5 live theatre performances and with full participation of the Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park members and visitors. BRAVO!
Our first production “Tiffany and The Genie” written by Jeffrey Fiske, inspired by “The Fisherman and The Genie”, was presented 4 times this summer, fully sponsored by SBITS Productions.
We had the pleasure of hosting the author Jeffrey Fiske and hope to produce future shows together in the future.
It would not have been a success without the leadership of Judy Mitchell, Director and Assistant producer and the dedication of the two young performers Melissa and Ally.
A picture from one of our rehearsal says it all. Congratulations cast and crew.

 
Playbill One:
“As night to the Day” by Dan Ebbs, Directed by: Marc Bernardi
A wonderful little one act play that uses warmth and humour as it explores the many emotions  experienced by those inflicted with Alzheimer’s and by those who are close to them. We share a morning in the life of Winnifred Ashcroft, her son Michael who is watching after her, Winnie’s neighbour Tara, and a former student who has a lesson to teach everyone.
We played to three sold out houses and were fortunate enough to have the playwright, Dan Ebbs, come to closing night.
 “The Death of Me” by Norm Foster, Directed by: Royce Nettleton
This is a one act play by Norm Foster, one of Canada’s most successful playwrights. John dies unexpectedly and convinces the Angel of Death he should be able to return to earth so that he can die in a more orderly fashion. He is granted his wish but with a novel condition attached, he must tell off his ex-fiancé. The audiences loved this play and there were cheers throughout as the surprise ending unfolded.
Two short one act plays that lead the audience through various emotions. The cast and crew worked for 8 weeks to prepare polished work before presenting to sold out audiences at each of the three performance nights.
This one act night was focused on Canadian playwrights with Dan Ebbs from London, Ontario attending closing night of his play.
Playbill Two:
“10,000 Cigarettes” written by Alex Broun, Directed by: Royce Nettleton
Did you ever want to know how a connoisseur of cigarettes feels? Why people start to smoke and why they keep on smoking? Did you ever want to know the single best way to quit smoking? Then you would have loved this tightly choreographed little gem.  A surprisingly intricate work, the cast of this production were superb, keeping the audience highly entertained and amused. Thanks to Alex Broun for writing such a fun piece.
 “Upton Manor” written by Dave A., Directed by: Marc Bernardi
Arguably the hit of the season, this play was written by one of our own members. It is a parody based on Downton Abbey, with touches of the Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park deftly woven in to create a hilarious one act play that kept the audience in stitches from start to end. Thanks to the cast for their hard work, and to Stéphane for stepping in and playing a caricature of himself to the delight of the writer and the audience.
“I really enjoyed participating in one of the plays put on by the Bare Oaks Players. It was my first time as an actor and I found it very different from my other experiences. While I’m quite used to public speaking, this was markedly different because I had to memorize lines and play the part of someone else. (albeit someone very similar to me) I was surprised by how nervous I was before each show. But ultimately it was wonderful to be part of the evolving Bare Oaks Players. With each season, the sophistication of the plays, sets, and equipment is increasing. It’s all wonderful to see because the development of this and other cultural initiatives means that we are developing a more complete naturist society.” Stéphane Deschênes
 
Thanks to the cast and crew for all of these plays. Your enthusiasm and dedication made this the best season ever. The one theme that came through from these people, regardless of which play(s) they were engaged in, was the fun they had putting together an evening of entertainment for their family and friends. Half of them had never been in theatre before, but they are sold on it now, and we look forward to welcoming them back next year.
This final playbill really stole the summer. With a cast of 7 characters, complex production requirements (including period costumes), limited stage space AND a never done play before, I think that everyone involved should be proud of the final results.
See for yourself. Two pictures, 7 cast.


 

A bit about our next thoughts
During the colder months of the year, SBITS Productions will be conducting various theatre workshops. The objective is to propagate the knowledge across the Bare Oaks Players members and augment our production capacity and capability.
We started in 2012 with a very small nucleus of thespians (5) and we need to continue to attract members that have the same passion that we have.
We want to specifically gain subject matter experts in lighting, sound, stage management and production management.  Did you know that a simple cue missed during the show, can dramatically diminish the message and intent of the author.  A good production must have focused technicians. They are integral to the success of a production.  Don’t kid yourself, cast members.
Potential workshops:
·       DMX Operation: Basic Terminology
·       Sound: Basic Operation
·       Lights: Basic handling and Operation
·       Fog Machine: Operation and Care of
·       Stage Projection
·       Set design
·       Directing
Bare Oaks Players will also be calling for a reading of plays in early 2016. Standby for confirmation of dates.
We hope to see you at Bare Oaks for this event.
If you want to direct and/or submit a play for consideration, please send to bop@bareoaks.ca  as soon as possible.
 

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Our summer season is in full mode


 

 Bare Oaks Players are stepping up to the plate with 5 live theatre productions being prepared for this summer season.  Thank you to all the volunteers thus far.
Two Poetry events have already taken place.

Don’t miss out of our next 2 Poetry and “P” food events.
Mark your calendar now. This year, we are providing a lunch special to augment your experience.

WHEN:                Sunday July 19th, 2015 @ NOON
                             Sunday August 30th, 2015 @ NOON

WHERE:              Front Lawn
“P” FOOD:          $5/person

POETRY:             FREE
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Our complete playbill for this summer is now ready and ticket sales will start shortly.
Our first production “Tiffany and The Genie” written by Jeffrey Fiske, inspired by “The Fisherman and The Genie”

From Tales of 1001 Arabian nights.

WHEN:                Friday July 17th, 2015 @ 8:00pm
                             Saturday July 18th, 2015 @ 11:00am
                             Saturday July 18th, 2015 @ 4:00pm
WHERE:              The Outback
FREE ADMISSION

Playbill One:
“As night to the Day” by Dan Ebbs

Forty-year-old Michael returns home to help his mother who is struggling with memory loss. Over the course of a morning, Michael sees her through the eyes of another and learns that there's a side to her he didn't know.  
“The Death of Me” by Norm Foster

John dies unexpectedly, only to discover that his bucket list in life is a rolodex of missed opportunities. Perhaps he can get a second chance?  This theatrical gem of a comedy is written by Canada's most prolific and produced playwrights.
Ticket reservations can now be made using email bop@bareoaks.ca

WHEN:                Saturday July 25th, 2015 @ 8:00pm
                             Saturday August 1st, 2015 @ 8:00pm
                             Saturday August 15th, 2015 @ 7:30pm
                             Saturday August 15th, 2015 @ 9:15pm (if required)
WHERE:              The Outback
TICKETS:             $10/person
Playbill Two:
“10,000 Cigarettes” written by Alex Broun
How many cigarettes is enough - 1, 2, 3 . . . 10,000? Four sisters face big questions in this fast paced, imaginative, funny and moving play.

“Upton Manor” written by Dave Amor
English aristocrats find themselves suddenly penniless and facing eviction from their ancestral home. Enter a Canadian entrepreneur who gives them hope.

Ticket reservations can now be made using email bop@bareoaks.ca

WHEN:                Saturday August 22nd, 2015 @ 8:00pm
                             Saturday August 29th, 2015 @ 8:00pm
                             Sunday September 6th, 2015 @ 7:30pm
                             Sunday September 6th, 2015 @ 9:15pm (if required)
WHERE:              The Outback
TICKETS:             $10/person
 
If you want to reserve for both Playbill One and Playbill Two, you can.
TICKETS FOR THE SEASON:          $17.50/person

Thursday, April 16, 2015

Playbill for 2015-2016 season and audition dates


Season 2015-2016
Tentative Playbill for this year (Live Theatre performances)

Bare Oaks Players - Family Weekend
July 17 or July 18th, 2015

TIFFANY AND THE GENIE
By: Jeffrey Fiske

A modern day re-work of a classic tale from Tales of 1001 Arabian Nights when a high school student on summer vacation discovers a magic bottle and frees a genie who has been locked inside for 3000 years.

Roles:
Tiffany: A high school student
The Genie: A genie

We can also offer some theatre workshops

Bare Oaks Players – Playbill # 1
July 25th, Aug 1st, Aug 15th with maybe 2 performances (depending on ticket sales)

AS NIGHT TO THE DAY
By: Dan Ebbs

Forty-year-old Michael returns home to help his mother who is struggling with memory loss. Over the course of a morning, Michael sees her through the eyes of another and learns that there is a side to her he didn’t know.
Roles:
Winifred: A woman in her late 70’s, in the early stages of Alzheimers
Michael: A man in his early 40’s
Sean: A handy man in his mid 40’s
Tara: A neighbour in her late 50’s
 
THE DEATH OF ME
By: Norm Foster

When John bargains with the Angel of Death for a second chance at life, he discovers that fixing the mistakes of one's past is difficult, and that perhaps his destiny is not yet etched in stone.
Roles:
John, 40's, a nice, nice guy
Angel of Death, female, any age
Cassie, 40's, John's ex-fiancée, neurotic, a real mess
Doctor, 40+, self-absorbed


Bare Oaks Players – Playbill # 2

Aug 22nd, Aug 29th, Sept 5th with maybe 2 performances (depending on ticket sales)
10,000 CIGARETTES
By: Alex Broun

This fast-paced, imaginative, funny, and moving ensemble piece explores the romanticism evoked by the tobacco industry, and the not-so-romantic effects of the cigarette.

Roles:
Gloria 1 (104 lines)
Gloria 2 (105 lines)
Gloria 3 (97 lines)
Gloria 4 (91 lines)

All Gloria's are siblings of various ages.  Generally played by women, but gender flexibility will be given consideration.  Actors will not be required to smoke.
UPTON MANOR
By: Dave A.

A “Downton Abbey” parody which takes place in the 1930’s. An aristocratic family loses their money and are forced to sell their family home.

Roles:
Lord Roger Hawley, Middle aged, Earl of Frinton:  British aristocrat, inherited his money
His Wife Lady Clara: Roger’s wife
His mother Lady Viola the Dowager countess: In her 70’s, a very regal woman
Lady Mavis: Daughter of Roger and Clara
Lady Ruth: Mavis’s sister
James Carlson: A very proper butler
Steven Bush: A Canadian entrepreneur

Auditions (by appointment):

Call 905-473-6465 or email bop@bareoaks.ca (preferred).

Must have a piece prepared to present to the 3 Directors. (Royce, Marc and Judy)
Not from the current playbill.
It’s OK not to have it memorized.
No more than 4 minutes.

Dates currently available:

Thursday April 30th @ 7:00pm. 7:30pm, 8:00pm and 8:30pm
Saturday May 2nd @ 10:00am, 10:30am, 11:00am, 2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm
Sunday May 3rd @ 2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm

Thursday May 7th @ 7:00pm. 7:30pm, 8:00pm and 8:30pm
Saturday May 9th @ 10:00am, 10:30am, 11:00am, 2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm
Sunday May 10th @ 2:00pm, 2:30pm, 3:00pm

Sunday, March 8, 2015

TVM 2015 Benefit results and Play reading date


Another year has gone by and SBITS Productions is getting ready to plan the next season of live entertainment with Bare Oaks Players.

Before doing this, a bit about the 2013-2014 season of Bare Oaks Players accomplishments.

Summer 2014 brought a lot of hidden talent amongst the Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park (Sharon, Ontario).
Three one act plays presented, live music at the Bare Bistro and many days of Poetry readings.
Our most recent accomplishment and final commitment for 2013-2014 was the benefit presentation of The Vagina Monologues.

We have recently returned from the Bare Necessities cruise and are pleased to advise that we delivered (3) three successful and fruitful benefit performances of TVM 2015. A financial recap is provided below:

·       In 2014, we raised $4,580 CAN with tickets sold at $10 US and smaller capacity (onboard venue was 450 total).

·       In 2015, we raised $8,740 CAN with tickets sold at $15 US and bigger capacity (onboard venue was 600 total).

So, we will be contributing $874 CAN to VDAY and $8,000 CAN to YRAP this year – our local beneficiary. Wow!

An enormous thank you from SBITS Productions (Suzy and Marc) to the cast and crew of Bare Oaks Players for the class acts that we delivered to Bare Oaks and the passengers/crew of the Bare Necessities cruise this year.
Our next season 2015-2016

Bare Oaks Players is calling for a reading of plays on Saturday March 21st, starting at 2pm at the Clubhouse, upstairs conference room.
We hope to see you at Bare Oaks for this event.
If you want to direct and/or submit a play for consideration, please send to bop@bareoaks.ca  as soon as possible.
We already have 8 plays submitted for consideration.
Find below the latest view of the events we have planned from March to August 2015.
The season playbill should be finalized by May 2015. That is our goal. Keep on reading and expect another update in May 2015.

Calendar of ‘planned’ events for 2015-2016 Season

Sunday
May 31, 2015
Poetry
Noon front lawn
Sunday
June 21, 2015
Poetry
Noon front lawn
Saturday
June 27, 2015
Prepared readings from MMRP
Benefit performance
To be confirmed after play selection is completed for upcoming season.
8:00pm
Outback
Sunday
July 19, 2015
Poetry
Noon front lawn
Saturday
July 18, 25, 2015
Bare Oaks Players
Performances (TBD)
7:00pm – 10:00pm
Outback
Saturday
August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2015
Bare Oaks Players
Performances (TBD)
7:00pm – 10:00pm
Outback
Sunday
August 30, 2015
Poetry
Noon front lawn

 

 

Friday, November 14, 2014

VDAY Newmarket TVM 2015 presentation - January 24th, 2015

A special benefit performance for the members of Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park and naturist friends, on Saturday January 24, 2015.

With permission from the VDAY organization and in association with the Bare Bistro, Bare Oaks Players will be presenting a polished ‘undressed’ rehearsal of the new 2015 version of The Vagina Monologues.

You saw it last year? Well, we have 2 new monologues, 1 new ensemble piece and 3 new ladies on stage and we would love your feedback.

Dinner and TVM: $25/person
TVM only: $15/person
Dinner only: $15/person

Tickets on sale at the Bare Oaks clubhouse, Bare Bistro or you can reserve your ticket(s) by sending an email to bop@bareoaks.ca and we will echo back a confirmation.

All (100%) proceeds go to VDAY and York Region Abuse Program – our local beneficiary.

Bistro buffet will include chicken parmesan, Caesar salad, side pasta, bread and cake.
 
Hurry! We have limited seating.