Call TheatresCool at (309)454-5892 or visit 403 N Main St in Bloomington. For our hours, please see our ABOUT page. For a list of events, please check out our CALENDAR.
07.10.2009
(Event July 10, 11, 17, 18, 24 & 25)
Roses Turn, a short play by Kymberly Harris was a Samuel French short play festival finalist and strawberry festival finalist, both performed off Broadway in NYC. Set in NYC, a young married couple Franny and Geoff Weatherbee, are enjoying the fruits of his post graduation Wall Street job, when Franny starts feeling the pangs of guilt as she passes a homeless woman on her way to her art history classes each day. Despite her husband wishes, Franny invites Rose, this homeless woman, into their home, and their lives. Roses Turn by Kymberly Harris is a play that begs the question, who are our homeless population, and how are we addressing homelessness in our country. Performances are July 10, 11, 17,18, 24, and 25th at 8pm, with a special free performance for practitioners and volunteers for the homeless on Thursday July 16th at 8pm followed by a Q &A. Roses Turn will be coupled with Zen Master Hobo, an original short play by Jason A. Vales . The story centers on Raven, a young man who is homeless and living on the streets of San Francisco. While searching desperately for food, Raven encounters, Black Bear, a strange, but wise older man who carries a secret along with him, becomes a teacher to Raven and leads him down the path of enlightenment. On the way, he meets a group of others just like him and at Black Bear’s request, reaches out to them and becomes their teacher. Join us for an evening of entertainment that is thought provoking, socially conscious, and an opportunity to help the homeless while watching live theatre. All shows are at TheatresCool, 403 N. Main Street, Bloomington. For reservations call 309-454-5892. Tickets are $15 , for adults, $8 for students, $3 of each ticket will be donated to Safe Horizons Homeless Shelter. www.TheatresCool.com.
Different definitions of homelessness are used in different contexts. Generally, homelessness is defined as a person who:
"lacks a fixed, regular, and adequate night-time residence.# 66% are single adults, and of these, three-quarters are men
# 11% are parents with children, 84% of whom are single women
23% are children under 18 with a parent,
42% of whom are under 5 years of age
06.26.2009
TheatresCool will present the indie rock band Oh, Alchemy live Friday night, June 26th at 9pm. Oh, Alchemy produces songs that are both organic and synthetic - as if a computer picked up an acoustic guitar; listened to lots of Magnetic Fields, R.E.M., Tom Waits; and learned to love. Their first album, "Diplomat", was released this past February by The Path Less Traveled Records. Oh, Alchemy will be joined by special guest Christopher Pond, who recently released his new album "Color Scheme". TheatresCool is located at 403 N. Main Street in downtown Bloomington.
06.25.2009
06.2009 - Event List
Saturday, June 13 at 8pm - Live Music performed by STOMPWOLF featuring a mind blowing conclusion by MAGICIAN JB LAMMAGE. $7 for adults, $5 for students
Friday , June 19th at 4pm- TheatresCool Kids ages 3-7 perform. admission is free
Friday, June 19th at 8pm - The David Davenport Musical Variety Show. $7 for adults, $5 for students
Friday, June 25th at 7:30pm-TheatresCool Adult Ensemble performs cutting edge scenes from films and theatre: Ocean's Eleven, I Am Sam, Jerry Maguire, Butterflies Are Free, Independence,Good Will Hunting, The Family That Preys, and more! $5 suggested donation, refreshments will be for sale
Friday, June 26th at 9pm - Oh, Alchemy perfromas with an opener by Christopher Pond. $8 for adults, $5 for students
02.28.2009
02.27.2009
The dates for the next class session have been posted on the PROGRAMS page and the CALENDAR. Check them out and enroll today!
02.24.2009
We've decided to ask several musicians to help me create a monthly variety show to be put on locally. It's only musical variety at this point, but it's diverse and interesting and full of talented and engaging performers.
To get things started, the inaugural show is set for February 27th, at 8:00 p.m. at TheatresCool, located at 403 N. Main, Bloomington.
Here is the roster of performers:
Steve Harris
Steve grew up in England during the formative years of punk, new wave, and the alternative rock scene. He played in several bands with his brother Stuart – and they have continued this collaboration across the Atlantic Ocean over the last 2 decades. The HARRIS BROTHERS released their first album "…the turning of the wheel…" in 2006, and plan to release their second album "…the balance of our days…" in mid-2009. Songs informed by personal experiences and the wonder of the natural world – textured with an array of musical influences - characterize the HARRIS BROTHERS material.
J Balmer
Blues with an attitude & progressive rock of a questionable nature.
Private Stock featuring Ronnie Jones
Private Stock featuring Ronnie Jones delivers the Blues with an occasional twist of Jazz. Sit back and enjoy the velvet voice of Ronnie Jones, partnered with the talents of Bruce Lane on keys, Greg Beneze on guitar, Steve Harris on bass, and Jim Lauher on drums.
Phil Shaw & Dave Shields
This unique duo will offer up some great music from another era featuring Phil's incomperable voice and Dave's passionate and lively piano playing. The perfect dessert for the evening's musical meal.
David Davenport & the DD Trio
David is short, squat, and cranky. Gary is a dignified biker. Pax is from Midland. We've never met a little peace and quiet we weren't willing to upset
02.23.2009
01.07.2009
TheatresCool will present the jam band "Dogfish" live this Friday night, January 9th at 9pm. The members of "Dogfish" include Dave Bachar and Mark Kissinger on guitar and vocals, Peter Floyd on drums and Hank Dougherty on bass. Theatrescool is located at 403 N. Main Street in downtown Bloomington. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students.
01.03.2009
Big Update: Check out the starting dates for the Winter 2009 classes on our PROGRAMS page!
Classes are available for Kids starting at age 4 all the way up to adults of any age.
01.02.2009
TheatresCool will present "David Davenport with Trio" live this Saturday night, January 3rd at 8pm. Clear and poignant lyrics supported by music that displays influences from blues to punk, country to soul. His live show moves easily from rhythmic rockers to theatrical pop and ballads. David is an intense performer with a strong, versatile, and distinctive voice.
Instrumentation: David Davenport - Vocals, keys, bass
Jeff Paxton - guitar, bass and backing vocals
Gary Erwin - drums, backing vocals.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students.
12.31.2008
12.10.2008
Oh, Alchemy will be performing at 8pm on Jan 31 in support of their new album, Diplomat. Check out their Myspace to preview some of their songs.
11.03.2008
10.31.2008
THE OTHELLO SYNDROME OPENS TOMORROW AT THEATRESCOOL!
In “The Othello Syndrome,” two strangers meet for the first time. Their interaction reflects the views of prejudice that every human being has encountered in their lives. The two dare to speak their minds and say what most of us are afraid to say, even though we may think it. Throughout the play, the audience is given a glimpse into the lives of the two strangers in the midst of a national tragedy and we see what makes them who they are and perhaps a glimpse of who we are.
The production, produced by Treefinger Productions, in association with Theatrescool, written and directed by Jason A. Vales, features actors Jason Davis, Rana Kunkar, Bridgette Richards and Nathan Bottorff.
Performances will be at Theatrescool (403 N. Main Street in downtown Bloomingon) on November 1st, 7th, 8th and 14th at 8pm. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets may be reserved by calling (309) 242-4827. Advance reservations are strongly recommended as seating is limited. This production contains adult themes and language.
10.15.2008
CHICAGO FARMER RESIDENCY!
Tonight, and for the next two Wednesdays, Chicago Farmer (Cody Diekhoff) will be playing at TheatresCool (403 N. Main St. in Bloomington) from 9:00-10:30pm. Come out and support a talented musician from central Illinois.
From the Chicago Farmer website: Cody's voice is powerful and gritty, emotionally piercing while subtly imbuing additional layers of meaning and poignancy in his lyrical delivery. His song-writing is deeply rooted in the American Folk tradition and all of its grit but with a post Dylan sense of wit, perspicacity and that certain savior-faire.
Chicago Farmer Myspace
ChicagoFarmer.com
10.11.2008
TheatresCool was recently featured in local college newspaper, The Daily Vidette. The article has some great information about the school and some great pictures as well.
From the article: "It's the only school in the Midwest that offers method acting," Harris said. "We try to stay current and contemporary. We're the kind of space that you would find in Chicago or New York, we're not a typical small-town theater. The quality and the standards are very high." Read the rest at The Daily Vidette website.