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As told by an actual witness (my friend who called 911) it was not a random act It was a domestic dispute...the people came out of the building across from the mansion and were arguing. They knew each other. The victim was stabbed in the ear and had an extremely bloody wound...which bled all over my friend's white car!!! The fire dept. came and hosed it down and disinfected it.

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Come see what last weekend's sold out crowds were RAVING about!



Remaining performances are : November 18-21, 2010

Thursday at 7 pm, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm; Sunday matinee at 3 pm and. Tickets are $20.00 general admission, $15 students and seniors. Group rates are also available.

The Attic Ensemble is located just two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station, in the Historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. There is free parking after 7 p.m. in the parking lot 1 ? blocks away on Christopher Columbus Drive. For directions and further information: www.atticensemble.org; phone (201) 413-9200, e-mail: info@atticensemble.org.

Tickets can be charged online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/123054. Cash and checks are accepted at the box office. Jersey Arts Cards are accepted for discounted ticket pricing. The Barrow Mansion is handicapped accessible and barrier free. Large print program available upon request; please call one week in advance to arrange for a large print program. Assisted listening devices will be available for the Thursday November 18th 7 p.m. performance.

SEPTEMBER 24-OCTOBER 3, 2010

Featuring
JAMIE EFFROS
J. MICHAEL POLICASTRO
PAULINE WALSH
BRANAN WHITEHEAD


The Attic Ensemble, Theater for a New Jersey City, presents the first production of its Fortieth Anniversary season: a production of TRUE WEST, a comedy by Sam Shepard. The production is directed by Christine Dalzell.

In this American classic, sons of a desert dwelling alcoholic and a suburban wanderer clash over a film script. Austin, the achiever, is working on a script he has already sold when Lee, his demented petty thief brother, drops in.
"A masterwork ? tells us a truth, as glimpsed by a genius." -New York Post.

This play contains adult themes and language.

Performances are September 24-October 3, 2010: Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm; Sunday matinees at 3 pm and Thursday September 30th at 7 pm. Tickets are $20.00 general admission, $15 students and seniors. Group rates are also available.

The Attic Ensemble is located just two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station, in the Historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. There is free parking after 7 p.m. in the parking lot 1 ? blocks away on Christopher Columbus Drive. For directions and further information: www.atticensemble.org; phone (201) 413-9200, e-mail: info@atticensemble.org.

Tickets can be charged online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/123051 Cash and checks are accepted at the box office. Jersey Arts Cards are accepted for discounted ticket pricing. The Barrow Mansion is handicapped accessible and barrier free. Large print program available upon request; please call one week in advance to arrange for a large print program. Assisted listening devices will be available for the Thursday 7 p.m. performance. Please call one week in advance to request a device.

The Attic Ensemble, Theater for a New Jersey City, will hold auditions for the second production of its fortieth season, a non-union production of the Christopher Hampton?s dark comedy, Les Liaisons Dangereuses directed by Billy Mitchell. Auditions are Monday and Wednesday, September 27 and 29 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the Attic Ensemble, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. Callbacks, if necessary, are TBA.

CASTING THE FOLLOWING ROLES:
Vicomte de Valmont (Early 40s) A rich playboy, who was at one time the Marquise de Merteuil's lover and confidant. Nudity required.

La Marquise de Merteuil (Late 30s, Early 40s) The toast of all Paris, considered wise and chaste, though she has had more lovers than most professionals and she is revealed as the schemer she is.

?milie, 20s) A courtesan favored by Valmont. Emilie makes a brief appearance where it is reported that her naked body has served as the writing desk. Nudity required.

Azolan(20s, Early 30s) Valmont's valet de chambre The valet of the Vicomte de Valmont. Azolan is often required to offer bribes and sleep with other servants to get information for his master.

The Pr?sidente de Tourvel (20s) The chaste and religious wife of a member of Parliament. She is seduced by, and falls in love with, the Vicomte de Valmont.

C?cile Volanges (20s, should read younger) A young girl, fresh out of the convent. C?cile is preyed upon by Merteuil and Valmont. She also falls in love with the Chevalier Danceny.

Madame Volanges (Late 30s) The mother of C?cile.

The Chevalier Danceny (20s) singing and harpsichord teacher of C?cile Volanges. The Chevalierand the student of Valmont. Along the way, he falls in love with C?cile.

Madame de Rosemonde (60s) The aunt of the Vicomte de Valmont. Madame de Rosemonde invites a lot of people to stay with her at her country estate.

Footman/Servant/Major-domo (20-30s) Non-speaking, may double Azolan, or help backstage
Maid/Servant(20-30s) Non-speaking, may double Emilie, or help backstage

Familiarity with the script is strongly encouraged; sides will be provided for cold readings, monologues are not required. There are no appointments necessary; auditioners will be seen on a first come/first served basis. There is no pay/no fee.

Performances are November 12-21, 2010 Rehearsals will be held in the evening and weekend rehearsals as needed.
The Attic Ensemble is located just two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station, in the Historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. There is free parking after 7 p.m. in the parking lot 1 ? blocks away on Christopher Columbus Drive. For further information: www.atticensemble.org; phone (201) 413-9200, e-mail: info@atticensemble.org.

A note from the director: This production will be a mix of modern and classic styles, examining the characters? use of sex as currency, and the views expressed by the various generations represented in the story.

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Thursday, July 29th at 8:30 p.m.

The Attic Ensemble, Theater for a New Jersey City, presents a Summer Cabaret evening featuring the Celtic musical styling of Sonas. The performance is Sonas, Gaelic for happiness, performs popular Irish songs, traditional instrumental Irish and Scottish music, as well as folk, contemporary and original music adding a touch of Celtic flair. Their tunes are upbeat foot stomping jigs, reels, and up-tempo traditional songs, yet they are mesmerizing and haunting with their gentle airs and slow tunes. Sonas is Margie Waldrum on piano/backing vocals, Erin Flanagan Lind on lead vocals, guitar and autoharp, and Rosi Hertlein on fiddle/backing vocals.

The performances will be held at the Attic Ensemble Theater located in the historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. General Admission tickets are $15. Tickets can be charged online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/119858.

Beverages will be available for purchase. For further information or directions call (201) 413-9200 or visit the website at www.atticensemble.org; e-mail: info@atticensemble.org.

The Attic Ensemble is located just two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station, in the Historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. There is free parking after 7 p.m. in the parking lot 1 ? blocks away on Christopher Columbus Drive. The Barrow Mansion is handicapped accessible and barrier free.

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The Attic Ensemble, Theater for a New Jersey City will present it's third Annual Saturday Night Stand-up, an evening of comedy featuring comedians Eric Deskin, Jen May, Phil Rivo and Laura Spaeth. Jersey City?s own Bill Graber, a popular stand-up comedian, will host the festivities.

The evening is a fundraiser for the Attic Ensemble, which is kicking off its its 40th season of producing live theater in Jersey City. The evening will feature raffle prizes donated by local merchants. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

The performance is this Saturday, June 12th at 9 pm at the Attic Ensemble Theater located in the historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. Tickets are $15.00 with a 2 drink minimum.

Tickets can be charged online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/113153. Cash and checks only are accepted at the box office. For further information or reservations and directions call (201) 413-9200 or visit the website at www.atticensemble.org. The Barrow Mansion is handicapped accessible and barrier free.

Jack, and the Beans, Talk.

A talk show style re-telling of Jack?s journey from rags to riches, with surprise guests and unpredictable responses from otherwise neglected characters whose points-of-view don?t always support Jack?s story. // February 20 & 27All shows: Saturdays at 1pm.

Each play will be 40-45 min., followed by a 25 min. hands-on educational talk-back.

Tickets: $5 Kids / FREE Parents & Guardians

The Attic Ensemble is located just two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station, in the Historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City

For directions and further information: www.atticensemble.org; phone (201) 413-9200, e-mail: atticjunior@gmail.com.

Saturday at 1pm



Anonymous, Unknown & Grimm

an eccentric collection of 19th century stories & lessons ...

Compiled from 19th century primers intended for young children, and from classic tales of the Brothers Grimm, this series of vignettes addresses ?old school? behavior and etiquette as well as actions and consequences.


Tickets: $5 Kids / FREE Parents & Guardians

Each play will be 40-45 min.,
followed by a 25 min. hands-on educational talk-back.

The Attic Ensemble, Theater for a New Jersey City, presents the first production of its thirty-ninth season: a production of Come Blow Your Horn, by Neil Simon

Thursday September 24th at 7 pm, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm; Sunday matinee at 3 pm and Tickets are $20.00 general admission, $15 students and seniors. Group rates are also available.

The production is directed by Marcie Colleen of Jersey City. The production is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.

Come play at Alan and Buddy Baker?s swinging bachelor pad, in Neil Simon?s first Broadway play. In this sweet comedy (written in 1961), big brother Alan douses his ladies? man reputation by falling in love ? but little brother Buddy lights the torch for himself! The production features Attic favorite Frank Malvasi of Jersey City as the father. Frank is making his twenty-first appearance on the Attic stage (Headshot attached). The cast is rounded out by Mark Dunn and Chris Ide as brothers Alan and Buddy; Barbara Bonilla as their suffering mother and Rachael Lee and Bree Dawn Shannon as the women in their lives. This look back to the swinging 60?s is a blast from the past!

"A slick, lively, funny comedy." -The New York Times
"It's completely nuts and banging with laughs." -NY World Telegram & Sun

The Attic Ensemble is located just two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station, in the Historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. There is free parking after 7 p.m. in the parking lot 1 ? blocks away on Christopher Columbus Drive. For directions and further information: www.atticensemble.org; phone (201) 413-9200, e-mail: info@atticensemble.org.

Tickets can be charged online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/75168. Cash and checks are accepted at the box office. NJ Arts Cards are accepted for discounted ticket pricing. The Barrow Mansion is handicapped accessible and barrier free.

Tickets are available at www.brownpapertickets.com

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Attic Ensemble presents The Summer Cabaret Series The Attic Ensemble, Theater for a New Jersey City, presents our first Summer Cabaret Series. The series runs on three consecutive Thursday nights and is collaboration between the Attic Ensemble and three local theater companies:Cuchipinoy, Parlour Productions and The Theater Company. . Each group will present an evening of entertainment focusing on their own unique talents. This schedule for the series is as follows: JULY 30: CUCHIPINOY presents: Cuchi-Cabaret-On That Note Weaving together refreshing renditions of contemporary favorites, original music, and modern dance, Cuchipinoy takes its audience on a musical journey of love and heartbreak. Featuring: Edward Amezquita, Adrienne Evering, Laura Giannone, Erin Kri, Rachel Skrod and Jonathan Weirich. Production Design by: Mario Corrales; Directed by: Anna Payumo. http://cuchipinoy.com AUGUST 6: PARLOUR PRODUCTIONS presents: He and I and Pam and Di starring Robert Hollenbeck & Howard Richman A musical journey [and a lot of camp!] exploring the talents of four very different people, just one or two at a time...www.cateringcowboy.com AUGUST 13: THE THEATER COMPANY presents: The Black Girl on Broadway Margaret Leone and Judith Moss take a look at the role of the Black woman on Broadway and the songs that made a difference. Musical Direction by David Zimmerman. www.thetheatercompany.com All performances are at 8pm Performances are held at the Attic Ensemble Theater located in the historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. General Admission tickets are $20. Series passes are available for $55?a five dollar savings off the full ticket price. Tickets can be charged online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/72595 Refreshments will be available for purchase. For further information or directions call (201) 413-9200 or visit the website at www.atticensemble.org; e-mail: info@atticensemble.org. The Attic Ensemble is located just two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station, in the Historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. There is free parking after 7 p.m. in the parking lot 1 ? blocks away on Christopher Columbus Drive. The Barrow Mansion is handicapped accessible and barrier free.

The Attic Ensemble, Theater for a New Jersey City, presents our 11th annual Summer Reading Series. The series runs Tuesday evenings in July and consists of readings of new works...come out and support theater in your own neighborhood! This year?s schedule is as follows: July 7: Tropical Heat by Rich Orloff, directed by Frank Malvasi Hilarity reigns as a conflicted reverend, along with every other male on their tropical island, falls under the spell of an alluring temptress. July 14: TO BE ANNOUNCED July 21: Nighthawks by Evan Guilford-Blake, directed by Matteo Masiello The four denizens of Edward Hopper's famous diner come to life over the course of two nights in two eras. July 28: Smoke Damage by Dan Gordon directed by Ginger Kipps A wedding planner and her patient husband are faced with the prospect of taking in her eccentric mother, who has burned her own house down. All performances are at 7:30 pm. Performances are held at the Attic Ensemble Theater located in the historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. Admission to the readings is free, with a suggested donation of $5. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For further information or directions call (201) 413-9200 or visit the website at www.atticensemble.org. The Barrow Mansion is handicapped accessible and barrier free.

The Attic Ensemble, Theater for a New Jersey City, presents the second production of its thirty-eighth season: a production of Bad Seed a thriller by Maxwell Anderson based on the novel by William March, directed by Billy Mitchell.

The scene is a small Southern town where Colonel and Christine Penmark live with their daughter, Rhoda. Little Rhoda Penmark is the evil queen of the story. On the surface she is sweet, charming, full of old-fashioned graces, loved by her parents, admired by all her elders. But Rhoda's mother has an uneasy feeling about her. When one of Rhoda's schoolmates is mysteriously drowned at a picnic, Mrs. Penmark is alarmed? for the boy who was drowned was the one who had won the penmanship medal that Rhoda felt she deserved.

The cast features 12 year old Peyton Kennedy of Weehawken NJ as ?the Bad Seed? Rhoda Penmark. Art Delo, Denise Fiore, Daniel Kipler, Ron Leir, Noreen Major, Frank Malvasi, Brandon Moore, Brett Nichols, Christine Orzepowski, and Brendan Wahlers round out the cast.

Performances are November 7-16 2008: Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm; Sunday matinees at 3 pm and Thursday November 13th at 7 pm.

Performances are held at the Attic Ensemble Theater located in the historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. Tickets are $20.00 general admission, $15 students and seniors. Group rates are also available.
Tickets can be charged online at www.brownpapertickets.com/event/40387.

NJ Arts Cards are accepted for discounted ticket pricing.

For further information, group rate pricing, reservations and directions call (201) 413-9200 or visit the website at www.atticensemble.org.

The Barrow Mansion is handicapped accessible and barrier free. Large print program available upon request; please call one week in advance to arrange for a large print program. Assisted listening devices will be available for the Thursday November 13th 7 p.m. performance.

The Attic Ensemble is located just two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station, in the Historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. There is free parking after 7 p.m. in the parking lot 1 ? blocks away on Christopher Columbus Drive. For directions and further information: www.atticensemble.org; phone (201) 413-9200, e-mail: info@atticensemble.org.

The Attic Ensemble, Theater for a New Jersey City, will hold auditions for a non-union production of The Bad Seed a thriller by Maxwell Anderson based on the novel by William March, directed by Billy Mitchell. Auditions are Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, September 23rd and 24th 7:30-9:30 p.m at the Attic Ensemble, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. ALL ROLES ARE OPEN: Rhoda Penmark (9-12) "A neat, quaint and pretty little girl." A very large role for a young actress, Rhoda is the "bad seed" of the title, and she must have the maturity to perform dramatic scenes which are intense and emotional at times. Christine Penmark (28-32) "She is somewhat under thirty, very pretty, gentle and gracious ... quite obviously dedicated to her husband and child." Christine is the central character in the story, and the role will be somewhat challenging physically and emotionally. Colonel Kenneth Penmark (35) "A good-looking officer of thirty-five or so." Handsome, straight-arrow type. Possible double casting opportunity. Monica Breedlove (40-50) "A widow of forty-five or so, plump, intelligent, voluble and perhaps over-friendly." Christine's neighbor/landlady and devoted friend, Monica carries much of the humor, but is not without her own intensity. Genuinely loud and effusive, but not a clown. Emery Wages (35-45) "A few years younger than (his sister Monica), but also plump and friendly." Emery provides a calm contrast to Monica's determined oration. He is conversational, tolerant, and stable. Leroy (30-45) "The houseman or janitor." Leroy is an embittered man who feels under-valued in life and takes his revenge where he can, mostly under his breath. He and Rhoda have a certain connection that provides a source of tension and insight into both of their inner thoughts. Miss Fern (35-50) "As the head of the most aristocratic school in the state, she has achieved a certain savoir fare ..." A spinster-ish woman who runs a tight ship and expects others to cooperate and contribute. Reginald Tasker(30-40) "... has made himself a minor expert in the history of crime." A friend of Christine and Monica's. Should have an air of mystery -- should have a wish to have an air of mystery. Possible double casting opportunity. Mrs. Daigle (35-45) "She has been drinking." Mother of a murdered little boy. Distraught, confused and very self-conscious around Christine. Mr. Daigle (35-45) "Please, Hortense." Husband of Mrs. Daigle, embarrassed at her assertions and her not-quite-sober condition. Possible double casting opportunity. Richard Bravo (55-65) "Handsome once, but somewhat stern and weary." Christine's father, a once-famous homicide detective-turned-author. Messenger - Will be double cast from within the ensemble. Actors of all ethnicities are encouraged to attend. Familiarity with the script is strongly encouraged; sides will be provided for cold readings, monologues are accepted, but not required. Performances are November 7-16, 2008. Rehearsals will be held in the evening with weekend rehearsals as needed. There are no appointments necessary; auditioners will be seen on a first come/first served basis.There is no pay/no fee. The Attic Ensemble is located just two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station, in the Historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. There is free parking after 7 p.m. in the parking lot 1 ? blocks away on Christopher Columbus Drive. For directions and further information: www.atticensemble.org; phone (201) 413-9200, e-mail: auditions@atticensemble.org.

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The Attic Ensemble, Theater for a New Jersey City, will hold auditions for a non-union production of The Sisters Rosensweig a play by Wendy Wasserstein, directed by Sherrie Ahlin. Auditions are Tuesday and Wednesday evenings, August 5th and 6th 7:30-9:30p.m at the Attic Ensemble, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. We are casting the following roles:

Tess Goode: 17, serious, passionate and intelligent, Tess is in the throes of teenage idealism. Much to her mother?s dismay, she is about to join the Lithuanian resistance with her working-class boyfriend. Her education in London at Westminster has only made her long for an unpretentious American university education.

Sara Goode: 54. Born Sara Rosenswieg in Flatbush, Tess?s mother is, at, an American expatriate with an acquired British accent. Highly intelligent, handsome and dignified, Sara is at the pinnacle of her career. She is the first woman to become head of the European branch Hong Kong/Shanghai Bank and has had her picture on the cover of Fortune twice. Sara has also been divorced twice to men who have left her for less intimidating younger women. She guards herself against future relationships with men.

Pfeni Rosenswieg: 40, Pfeni is the youngest Rosenswieg sister. A world traveler and world-renowned journalist and author, her book, Life in an Afghan Village, is required reading for Tess?s women?s writing segment at Westminster. Seemingly self-assured, she relies on and rebels against Sara?s authority. Fun-loving and witty, she is also insecure in her relationship with a famous theater director.

Geoffrey Duncan: 40, is an ?internationally renowned director and bisexual.? Although devoted to Pfeni, he still has feelings for his former partner who left him for a chorus boy in Cats. Playful and flamboyant, Geoffrey easily breaks into song or dance or both! He is charismatic, appealing, and the perfect foil to Sara?s dignified reserve.

Mervyn Kant, 58, has been a widower for three years. A highly successful faux furrier from Roslyn, Long Island, Mervyn is a business associate of Geoffrey?s. Like Geoffrey, Mervyn loves musicals and is not averse to bursting into song at the drop of a hat. Mervyn tours with the American Jewish Congress and is deeply serious and political around his own Jewish roots.

Gorgeous Teitelbaum is the middle Rosenswieg sister. She ?did all the right things.? She married a lawyer, had children, and moved to a Boston suburb. An overachiever, Gorgeous has become a pop-culture radio celebrity in and around her hometown. and dispenses advice with a chatty ostentation that endears her to Geoffrey and Mervyn and annoys her sisters. She wears pseudo Chanel suits, observes Jewish traditions and travels with the Beth El sisterhood. Flashy and self-absorbed, she is not as intellectually astute as her sisters.

Nicholas Pym: 58, is a high-society Englishman / banker who, while accepting of Sara?s hospitality, actually dates much younger women. Tess calls him anti-Semitic; Gorgeous describes him as a Nazi. His elitism clashes with Merv?s jovial good nature.

Tom Valiunus is Tess?s working-class hero. Raised in England, his large Catholic family hails from Lithuania. Hardly Tess?s intellectual equal, Tom is a bit over his head in the company of the Rosenswiegs. He is, however, genuine and endearing.

Actors of all ethnicities are encouraged to attend. Familiarity with the script is strongly encouraged; sides will be provided for cold readings, no monologues are needed.

The Sisters Rosensweig follows the reunion of three Jewish sisters who come together for a visit in Queen Anne's Gate, London, and the joys and struggles they share concerning romance, careers, childhood, and family--joys and struggles with which we all identify, not only as women but as human beings.

Performances are September 19-28, 2008. Rehearsals will be held in the evening with weekend rehearsals as needed.

There are no appointments necessary; auditioners will be seen on a first come/first served basis. There is no pay/no fee.

The Attic Ensemble is located just two blocks from the Grove Street PATH Station, in the Historic Barrow Mansion, 83 Wayne Street, Jersey City. There is free parking after 7 p.m. in the parking lot 1 ? blocks away on Christopher Columbus Drive. For directions and further information: www.atticensemble.org; phone (201) 413-9200, e-mail: auditions@atticensemble.org.

1. The Alps

2. Plankboard Inn

3. Downtown Eddie's

4. Canton Tea Garden

5. The Original White Castle (where u could watch life pass and see the half hourly bathroom bleaching at 4 am after Studio 54!)

6. Jules (in the heights AND West Side) They have a take out on Terhune in Greenville...same gravy...excellent representation!

and finally...THE COLONETTE!!!!!!!!