Looking for a way to kick off the New Year by learning something new, or with an evening full of surprises, fun and creativity? Join the excitement at the Tri-County Performing Arts Center, 245 E. High Street, Pottstown, as the exciting winter session of classes are unveiled and the N Crowd provides an evening of fast-paced improvisational theater!
The fun begins with an OPEN HOUSE on Saturday, January 7th from 11 AM until 5 PM. Then visit one of Pottstown’s eateries and come back to the theater for a performance of the N Crowd at 8 PM! Can’t make it Saturday? The Educational OPEN HOUSE will continue on Sunday from 11 AM until 5 PM.
The N Crowd is a professional short form improvisational troupe that has been performing weekly inPhiladelphiasince 2005. Performers include Pottstown’s own BJ Ellis! At each show, the N-Crowd plays a series of games and scenes based on suggestions from the audience. There are no scripts, no props, and nowhere to run! The N Crowd was selected by Fox 29’s Hot List as the Best Comedy Club in Philadelphia in 2008 and finished 2nd place in the same category in 2009. Currently, they perform at the Actors Center in Philadelphia.
The audience is an important part of the show, providing the suggestions and cheering the cast on as they tackle a variety of topics. Be a part of the fun TODAY, Saturday, January 7th at 8 PM. Tickets are $17 for adults, $15 for students and seniors, and $13 for children 12 and under. Parental guidance is suggested for this show. Tickets may be purchased at www.tripac.org, or at the door the night of the show if available. As always, there are discounts for groups of 10 or more.
At the Education Open House you can register for Group Classes and Private Lessons for ages 3 through senior citizens. Group classes include acting, comedy improv, scene study, audition techniques, music, voice, storybook character play and age-based performance troupes. Private instruction includes acting, voice, piano, guitar, flute, music therapy, and monologue coaching. Check the website, www.tripac.org, for full class descriptions and times.
Get ready for a great Winter season with the N Crowd, “Goldilocks”, “Ain’t Misbehavin”, “Toys In The Attic”, “Farragut North”, performances by the Melange Contemporary Dance Company and the Senior Follies, all leading up to a great musical in June. There’s something for everyone at the Tri-County Performing Arts Center!
Village Productions is a dynamic performing arts organization founded in 2001 by a dedicated team of performing artists, arts educators, and area residents who dreamed of creating new and highly accessible performing arts opportunities for the community. Village Productions seeks to strengthen community, inspire creative exploration, educate, and entertain, through the presentation of quality performing arts events and educational opportunities geared toward a diverse audience. You may contact Village Productions through their website at www.tripac.org, or by telephone at 610-970-1199.
Positively Pottstown blog 