Rogue Artists Ensemble: B is for Blog
26 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 12 years ago -Puppets, Masks, and Video...oh my!
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Frog Belly heads to Santa Monica starting Sept 24th!
September 10, 2011 20:42Coming to Santa Monica at the Morgan Wixson Theatre. Based on the book written and illustrated by Timothy Basil Ering Adapted for the stage by Emily Coalson with Rogue Artists Ensemble In Cementland lives a very special Boy with a singular wish to find a treasure. Amidst heaping piles of greasy toaster ovens, broken TVs, and wet smelly socks, he discovers a rusty old box promising wondrous riches, but all he finds inside the box are tiny grey specks. Thieves come in the night and th...
Home Again
August 16, 2011 08:18It's amazing how fast two weeks can go by when you are doing what you love. All good things must come to an end, and Frog Belly Rat Bone in Atlanta is no exception. Our last days in the Big Peach were as fun and quirky as any other day on our trip. Here's how it went down. After our final performance, we presented Stage Manager Extraordinaire Hayley with our second parting gift (she's wearing the first one in the picture below): a genuine Frog Belly Rat Bone kazoo, discretely signed by the ...
Making Friends at the Rogue Workshop
August 14, 2011 08:47As part of our tour to the Center for Puppetry Arts, we were asked to present a workshop in puppetry craft. The workshop, attended mostly by staff members of the Center, was fully booked. I was pleased to see that such a great variety of people had come to see what we had to offer. Our resident workshop expert Christina led the charge and knocked it out of the park with our tried and true newspaper puppet class. Newspaper puppets are very useful, especially in a workshop setting. When you h...
Adventuring on Our Days Off
August 11, 2011 11:42Picture Time! Is this adorable, or what? But more on that later. Tyler, pictured above, rented a van so that we could explore Atlanta on our three days off. That was the best call ever. Let's get started! Our first destination was Athens. In the spirit adventure, we stopped whenever our curiosity was piqued. On our way up we detoured at an antique shop and we bought some gifts for loved ones back home. Will you be one of the lucky ones to get something from us? Perhaps a comfy new bathtub?...
Hitting the Town
August 08, 2011 07:07Shows have been going very well! Here's a shot from backstage. At center is Rogue friend and Artistic Director of the Center for Puppetry Arts, Jon Ludwig. On the far right is our awesome stage manager Hayley. At left-ish is Serious Tyler. In addition to Frogging 'em and Bellying 'em, we've been up to lots of mischief in the city of Atlanta. Ready for our slideshow? Here we go! We've all been remarking on the beautiful architecture of Atlanta. Christina tries to climb one of the buildin...
The Future is Now
August 06, 2011 07:00After our two performances today, Frog Belly performers Tyler, Christina, and Miles met up with Patty Petrey Dees, Distance Learning Program Director for the Center for Puppetry Arts. She conducted a web-based interview with our intrepid cast. I lurked in the corner with my camera. My friends did a stellar job chatting about our little arts organization. I found myself getting more than a little nostalgic listening to them talk about the history of Rogue Artists Ensemble, from our brush wi...
Frog Belly Rat Bone Reporting for Duty
August 05, 2011 04:28It's official! Frog Belly has made his Southern debut and he was clearly the belle of the ball. I had the privilege of being able to see it all from my perch up in the booth. I nearly died when I saw a group of small children frantically jumping up and down to the rhythm of "Friends Forever." Our audiences were very respectful and always eager participate. I can tell that this is going to be a great run. Big ups to the Frog Belly cast for really giving it your all. Putting on your own show ...
We're Here!
August 04, 2011 04:59Day Two of The Rogues Take Atlanta is coming to a close and we're just getting started. Yesterday we were met at the airport by Liz from the Center for Puppetry Arts. She was kind enough to let us hold the sign she brought with her. Today we met the fine, friendly technical staff at the Center and they couldn't have been more professional. It's nice to know that we are in good hands. Tomorrow Frog Belly Rat Bone takes the stage for the very first time. I'm so excited to share our work wi...
We're Here!
August 04, 2011 04:59Day Two of The Rogues Take Atlanta is coming to a close and we're just getting started. Yesterday we were met at the airport by Liz from the Center for Puppetry Arts. She was kind enough to let us hold the sign she brought with her. Today we met the fine, friendly technical staff at the Center and they couldn't have been more professional. It's nice to know that we are in good hands. Tomorrow Frog Belly Rat Bone takes the stage for the very first time. I'm so excited to share our work wi...
Rogue's ship Frog Belly off to Atlanta
July 21, 2011 07:08The Rogues have shipped the set, puppets and props for their upcoming run of The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone in Atlanta at the Center for Puppetry Arts. It was a momentous occasion and a Cementland flower had even attached itself to the pallet we were shipping the set on. Thanks Tyler, Christina and Katie for all your help in getting the shipment ready! Enjoy the photos below. Tickets and Schedule Ps. Just three more weeks left for D is for Dog - don't wait to get your tickets! --- Sup...
Frog Belly readying to head to Atlanta!
July 09, 2011 16:04The cast and crew of Rogue Artists Ensemble's The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone has begun rehearsals in preparation for our upcoming trip! The show will be performing at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta Georgia from August 4th - 14th and this marks the first time that the Rogues will be presented there. If you live in the area (or know others that do!) please make sure they know about this awesome opportunity to see Frog Belly, Rat, Rabbit and Fruit Fly in a world-class venue! Speci...
Strike at South Coast Repertory
June 20, 2011 00:28After a successful weekend of performances at SCR, the Rogues are striking and heading out. It's been great to be back in Orange County! Thank you to all who came out to support the run thus far. We will be back starting July 1st in Los Angeles. Location:Park Center Dr,Costa Mesa,United States --- Support the Rogues by switching your search engine to GoodSearch!
D is for Dog - Loading in at South Coast Repertory
June 19, 2011 15:47The Rogues had a tremendous time this past week loading in and teching D is for Dog at South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa. Everyone at SCR was incredibly helpful and made our cast and crew feel welcome! The premiered with a bang to incredible audience response! Check out the photos of our load in and some of the faces behind the magic. Stay tuned for production photos and more which will be making their way to the web shortly. Remember, D is for Dog returns to Los Angeles to Studio/ Sta...
D is for Dog opening June 17th @ SCR
June 06, 2011 18:46Rogue Artists Ensemble's latest Hyper-theatrical experiment D is for Dog, opens June 17th @ South Coast Repertory in Costa Mesa before heading to @ Studio/Stage in Los Angeles beginning July 1st. Tickets and more are available online at Rogue Tickets Check out a radio interview about puppets, cabbage patch dolls and the Dog show from the Sheena Metal Experience on LA Talk Radio featuring Dog's Director Sean Cawelti, Dog's Writer Katie Polebaum and Dog's Stage Manager and Rogue Ensemble Memb...
D is for Dog - puppet mock-ups rehearsal
May 18, 2011 20:18D is for Dog entered week two of rehearsals and on Monday we had an incredible time working with the mock-ups of the two 'Visitors' that are featured in the project. The puppets designed by Rogue Ensemble member, Miles Taber and his amazing team of fellow puppet designers were mocked up with PVC and simple materials to allow the size and mechanisms to be tested and refined. We wish we could say more about what these 'Visitors' do but you will have to wait to see the show for yourself to lea...
D is for Dog reading a success!
March 21, 2011 05:37Thanks to everyone who came out for the D is for Dog reading. The play is coming together and the newly gussied up script by Katie Polebaum is helping to elevate the project to new levels of mania. Remember... stay away from the red pills. Location:Manhattan Beach Blvd,Lawndale,United States --- Support the Rogues by switching your search engine to GoodSearch!
D is for Dog reading tonight
March 20, 2011 23:02Tonight is the first reading for the Rogue's upcoming project, D is for Dog and the rainstorm couldn't be a more perfect backdrop. Auditions are happening in just three weeks on April 9th and more info can be found here. Location:California Ave,Long Beach-Lakewood,United States --- Support the Rogues by switching your search engine to GoodSearch!
HYPERBOLE: origins - documentary now online
November 16, 2010 19:40Only four weeks left to see Rogue Artists Ensemble's HYPERBOLE: origins LA Weekly says "GO" and calls the show a "fantastical storytelling spectacle" It's like nothing you've ever seen and is playing now through December 12th at [Inside] the Ford Theatre in Los Angeles. Check out the new documentary film about the making of origins below or here SEE! the amazing Origin Machine© and experience the fantastic Origin-torium©! Witness a performance drawing from myth, science, humanity and...
HYPERBOLE: origins new opening November 6th
October 27, 2010 23:14Rogue Artists Ensemble announces new opening dates for HYPERBOLE: origins, beginning November 6th at [Inside] the Ford Theater in Hollywood. The original opening has been delayed by one week to help ensure that the show meets the rigorous technical needs required by the production which propels audiences through origin and creation myths spanning different cultures and times. Don't miss your chance to see the Big Bang LIVE on stage! HYPERBOLE: origins plays November 6th - December 12th Mo...
Highlights from the trip to Puppet-O-Rama in Seattle, WA
August 05, 2010 07:38Rogue Artists Ensemble's trip to Seattle Washington to attend the regional puppet festival 'Puppet-O-Rama' was a great success! The Rogues presented a performance of The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone to a sold out house and had the chance to teach a workshop on the Rogue's creative approach. It was a tremendous time and not only did we get to see some terrific theater but we had the chance to meet some tremendous artists who we will be keeping in touch with in the years ahead. Thanks to ...
The Rogues enjoy the Oregon Shakespeare Festival!
July 29, 2010 17:28A few photos from around beautiful and serene Ashland Oregon, where a few of the Rogues have been enjoying a pit stop at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. We saw an amazing Hamlet yesterday and have one more day of theater before heading back on the road to Seattle on Friday! --- Support the Rogues by switching your search engine to GoodSearch!
The Rogues are on the road to Seattle!
July 27, 2010 16:11Last night cast members for The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone held a special final dress rehearsal for an exuberant audience of many first time visitors to Cementland. It was a terrific night made even more special by the return of Jonathan Kidder to the cast and the first time performance of the newest cast member Soren Santos. --- Support the Rogues by switching your search engine to GoodSearch!
We have Staff Meetings
July 21, 2010 05:03Hi Everyone, We have lovely Staff Meetings every once in a while. Tonight we had a great one. Thanks everyone --- Support the Rogues by switching your search engine to GoodSearch!
Memory Lane!
February 22, 2010 19:47Just thinking of old Rogue projects and wanted to post this clip of an oldy bug goody - The POE Play based on several Edgar Alan Poe tales. --- Support the Rogues by switching your search engine to GoodSearch!
Frog Belly gets two new cast members and takes a trip to Rio Hondo!
February 22, 2010 19:37The Rogues welcomed two new cast members to our traveling family-show The Story of Frog Belly Rat Bone and what fabulous additions they were! Say hi to Rachel and Thu who joined the cast as Rabbit and 'The 5th Puppeteer" (cue sci-fi music)! We had a great week of rehearsals working through a new script with some very exciting changes both large and small! Then on Saturday February 20th we traveled to Rio Hondo College in Whittier to present a free performance of our brand new show! We had...
Frog Belly in La Verne
February 15, 2010 02:07Better late than never! Thought you all might enjoy a gaggle of photos from our last Frog Belly adventure at Oak Elementary School in the city of La Verne. It was an early morning for us - we were well on our way by the time the sun rose. We pulled up to a cloudy but charming school that had owls all over the place for some reason. Here's our stage before the magic: Soon, we were "sailing the seven seas!" From my show control position, I had a great view of the entire audience. They pra...