Free Movie Nights, ‘Oz’ Production On Tap At Goshen Theater
News Release
GOSHEN — What’s on tap at the Goshen Theater, 216 S. Main St., Goshen? Here’s a look:
Intimacy Workshop
Regisration closes at 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 12, for “Theatrical Intimacy Education: Best Practices.”
The Goshen Theater Education Department workshop will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a lunch break mid-way, Saturday, July 22.
The workshop includes tools for developing a consent-based process in a performance and rehearsal setting, setting and respecting boundaries, desexualizing the theatrical/filming process, choreographing intimacy, and proper documentation practices.
The workshop is being instructed by Lusie Cuskey, theatrical intimacy education associate faculty.
There are a limited number of workshop spots available. Should spots fill, a wait list will be created. You must be 18 years and older to participate in the workshop. Registration is $100, and financial aid is available. It is recommended that anyone wishing to participate in the workshop also participate in the “Youth Mental Health First Aid” certification course on Saturday, June 3, but it is not required.
For questions, send an email to [email protected] or call (574) 312-3701.
Free South Bend Civic Production
A free performance of “South Bend Civic Theatre Presents: Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” will take place at 7 p.m. Monday, June 19.
The production is rated PG-13, for language, murder and talk of rape.
There are no tickets or reservations required for this show. Space is limited, so arrive early to secure a seat. Donations are welcome at the door. Concessions and bar will be open for purchases.
Summer Camp Showcase
After three weeks of acting, creating, dancing and singing, the Goshen Theater Drama Club Summer Camp students will soon be ready to show off their skills to family, friends, and fans!
Come to the Miller Auditorium at Goshen Theater at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 1, to see the GTDC Summer Showcase. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at www.goshentheater.com/events.
Summer Camp is made possible through the support of the Goshen Noon Kiwanis Club.
Visual Arts Series
The “Visual Arts Series: Northern Indiana Clay Alliance” is being featured in the lobby now through Monday, July 31. The public can view the display during any public event and during box office hours, noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. An artists reception will be held during the First Fridays: Cruise in Car Show on Friday, July 7.
Free Movie Nights
The public is invited to come to the Miller Auditorium at Goshen Theater on Friday, July 14, for the Free Movie Night showing of Disney’s “Luca” at 7 p.m.
Set in a seaside town on the Italian Riviera, the original animated feature is a coming-of-age story about one young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta and endless scooter rides. Luca shares these adventures with his newfound best friend, but all the fun is threatened by a deeply held secret: He is a sea monster from another world just below the water’s surface.
The film is rated PG and runs for one hour and 35 minutes.
The next Free Movie Night will be on Friday, Aug. 11, with the 7 p.m. showing of “We’re Back! A Dinosaur’s Story.”
Four fun-loving dinosaurs take a trip to New York City, courtesy of Capt. Neweyes (Walter Cronkite). The time-traveling alien is intent on bringing some joy to the lives of the children of the Big Apple. After eating a potion to boost their smarts and cuddliness, Tyrannosaurus Rex (John Goodman), Triceratops Woog (René Le Vant), Pterodactyl Elsa (Felicity Kendal) and Hadrosaur Dweeb (Charles Fleischer) hit the town. But trouble soon arrives when Neweyes’ evil brother hatches a devious plot.
The film is rated G. It runs for one hour and 13 minutes and has Spanish subtitles.
For both movies, doors open at 6:15 p.m., and the bar and concession stand will be open. Admission is free, but donations are encouraged.
Visit goshentheater.com for more information and up-to-date Covid policies/information. The events are sponsored by the Community Foundation of Elkhart County.
Wizard Of Oz
Goshen Theater will be presenting the Muny version stage adaptation of “The Wizard of Oz.” This production features the well-known characters from author L. Frank Baum’s story, as well as some characters not featured in the classic film.
The theater’s website and social media channels will have updates about cast announcements.
Productions are set to take place at 7 p.m. Friday, July 28; Saturday, July 29; Thursday, Aug. 3; Friday, Aug. 4; and Saturday, Aug. 5; and at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 30, and Sunday, Aug. 6.
Tickets are on sale now for $15-$25.
Reach out to Goshen Theater program director Robert Tombari for more information at (574) 312-3701 or by sending him an email at [email protected].
