Driftwood Productions

10/21/2012

Thoroughly enjoyed "The Importance of Being Earnest" last night at the Black Box Theatre! The audience was greeted with Vivaldi's "Four Seasons" as prelude music, so delightful to this theatre-goer! Peter Herman's set design is elegant and stately, portraying the refined tastes found in and around the wealthy estates of that era. Costumes (Susie Whelpley) were absolutely beautiful with just the slightest touch of whimsy here and there. (I'll let you find the peacock!) I must say that the cast was completely "on," in that the pacing was quick, diction clear, accents were accurate and never faltered, intentional pauses though employed sparingly, were delivered with such professional skill that their use brought the perfect effect. The play seemed to glide by and time passed so quickly! Written by Oscar Wilde and directed by W. Dale Pawley, today is your LAST chance to see this great production! So, call the Black Box Theatre at 575-523-1223 to make reservations.

10/20/2012

Have been reading a bit from a book of Art Haggerton's called, "Flash Farces." It was written in 1938 and the book is that old, too....a little thin paperback. They are little two- or three-page scene's with a punch line at the end. Sort of like an American Monty Python sketch-type scenario, without British humor, sadly, but very funny nonetheless. These will be great for youth!

10/03/2012

Today is one year since Art had to leave us. Above is the cast of Cinderella, one of my very favorite shows Art did. There's Carmen on the far left, me in the blue dress and crown toward the right. Ray Carter dancing with Carmen. And the inset photo, is one of my favorites, as that is one of the pictures in my mind...of him directing.

09/05/2012

I would like to invite all of you who read on our page here, to give me your input on what musical productions you would like to see Driftwood produce at the Rio Grande Theatre? We've already got a full slate through May, but it is fun to think about what our second season might offer! Also, I would like to invite anyone who would like to direct, to please mention that right here! Those willing to serve on the board also! Thanks, all!

09/04/2012

I apologize for all of the deletions and uploads of changing posters. Everybody and their brother had to ti**le on it before it was approved.... ;->

08/15/2012

The cast of "The Bells of Old Mesilla" is hard at work on the beautiful music and the blocking for this historic, southwest operetta! Our wonderful, young (and young at heart) cast is packed with talent and this locally written musical is certain to please the audiences! Last produced in 1954, this play by Ruth Thurman Myra is a project that director, Oscar Perez, has wanted to produce for several years. More photos and information to come!

06/15/2012

Very positive review of Nunset Boulevard in the Las Cruces Bulletin today! I'm trying to get the Bulletin to fix the online version of the review, as the text is all garbled and broken. As soon as it is fixed, I'll post a link to it!

06/12/2012

We are extending Nunset Boulevard an extra weekend! Fantastic opening weekend for the show! If you haven't already, get your tickets for our outrageous musical. You simply must hear hear our 7-piece band: piano, keyboard, upright bass, electric bass, violin, drums, xylophone and bells! What a treat to be performing with them; especially since five of them are teens! Very talented. See you at the show!

06/08/2012

Wow! Can it be possible that tonight is opening night for Nunset Boulevard? It has been a hard-working cast but our evenings have been filled with a lot of laughter and joy...just what we were striving for! If you can, come watch our show in the refrigerated air conditioning and comfy seats at the Rio Grande Theatre tonight, Saturday at 8 pm, Sunday at 2 pm and the same next weekend. Tonight there will be a gala after the show...Food from Miguel's Restaurant and a cake! See you there!!

05/24/2012

"The NUNS have moved their MESS to a new ADDRESS!"

WHERE? The Rio Grand Theatre on the renovated Main Street.

You can now buy tickets online at the link below, or you can call the theatre at (575) 541-1373...or drop by the theatre office at 211 North Main Street. Enter through the furthest left hand door (leads into the Rio Grande Gallery), follow the ramp into the lobby, look for the steps and elevator on the left. You're THERE!

There will be a catered gala for opening night on June 8th!

You're gonna laugh!

June 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 2012 Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm Sundays at 2pm The seventh in the award-winning Nunsense series by Dan Goggin, Nunset

05/18/2012

Thank you to the two individuals who donated money to Driftwood Productions and gave us a combined gift in tbe four digits. You are our earthly angels!

05/15/2012

Wow! Act I was awesome last night! Vocals so strong! Pianist and other musicians rehearsed Sunday. Can't wait until we add all the other instruments into our rehearsals! So grateful for those who have donated all the items and their time on costumes! We are blessed.