Compass Theatre ● 3704 6th Avenue ● San Diego, CA 92103 ● (619) 688-9210
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OFF SUNSET BOULEVARD
by Ira Bateman-Gold
Directed by J. Marcus Newman
Pay What You Can Industry Night Monday June 22nd. Buy $10 tix online or pay what you can at door.
• June 6 Special Child Abuse Talk Back with Yaron Pruginin, Psy.D. Clinical Psychologist
• June 11 Special Transsexual Talk Back with Connor Maddocks
MUST CLOSE JUNE 28TH
| "With the flash-back memories of pop singer George Michael's own BAD NIGHT IN A RESTROOM OFF SUNSET BOULEVARD, is now the successful telling of film star MICHAEL's romance with transvestite JAMIE, and getting along with their own lives....presently heating-up-the-boards of the Compass Theatre in Hillcrest! " - Rob Appel June 5, 2009 | |
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People at) Compass Theatre are doing outstanding work staging a
wide variety of involving, entertaining and thought-provoking plays well suited to their intimate theatre space. Bad Night in a Men's Room off Sunset Boulevard ... is no exception. We attended the last preview night and congratulate them on their choice of play, the casting and direction. Kudos all round! This is the kind of theatre experience we long since gave up on finding at the large local theatre companies. Anyone with a heart will be touched by this play and we recommend it to everyone except the most prudish." - Patron June 5, 2009 |
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"Ye gods, what a wealth of unrequited pain, frustration and
suppressed anger ... The issues are extremely important
and painful to witness. I
particularly loved the "Duet" between father and son, and there
are many other places that are so fine, and lines that I wanted
to take home. Devastatingly truthful lines. |
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June 5 - June 28, 2009 Thur Fri Sat 8pm Sun 2pm $18 - $15 Bad Night... Tickets 
(619) 688-9210 |
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In 1982 when an established movie star succumbs to
temptation and enters a men's room for sex, it creates a
fall-from-grace seldom seen or experienced by the famous in
the altered public morality of the 21st Century. In an
attempt to save his career, the disgraced actor's manager
convinces him to do a play at a small regional theatre with
people from the star's past. This proves difficult and often
brutal. But when the movie star is introduced to a beautiful
transsexual - things cartwheel out of control.
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Theatre Salutes Pride Month in San Diego - July 2009 Transgendered Resources Trans-Ponder Pod Cast Read Press Release Racism & Prejudice 
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Cast
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Marilyn Wolfe (Esther)
is making her first appearance with
Compass Theatre.
Her most recent roles were as Doris in the Cemetery Club
and Martha in Arsenic and Old Lace.
Prior to moving to New York City to pursue an acting
career, Marilyn earned a B.A. in Speech Arts and Dramatics
from Rutgers University.
Some of her favorite roles are Jackie in Hayfever,
Elvira in Blithe Spirit and Lina Szczepanowska in
Misalliance.
Marilyn is a member of a communication and leadership
organization. Many
of the speeches she delivers focus on the humorous side of
the aging process.
She is excited to be a part of this wonderful cast
and crew.
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Douglas Myers (Michael) Originally from New York City, now based in Los Angeles, Douglas’ theatre credits include Greenberg’s Eastern Standard, Simon’s California Suite, Chekhov’s Marriage Proposal and Busch’s Sleeping Beauty or Coma. His film credits include Trouble on a Plane, Fracas, Christmas and 3-Day Weekend, the latter of which will be screening at the FilmOut San Diego Film Festival on Friday, May 29. He is excited to be a part of Bad Night’s extraordinary and unique love story – and get the opportunity to experience the art, architecture, restaurants and beaches of San Diego. |
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Eduard Cao (Jamie) A graduate from The University of Riverside, Eduard has worn many hats in theater. This singer, actor and writer has crewed for Velina Hasu Houston's House of Chaos, Love of the Nightingale, Julius Cesaer and Urinetown. He has worked with The Children's University Theater in their productions of Disney's Jungle Book and the musical Wonderland! Recently he was seen in City College's production of Swing! Some favorite roles include Baby John in West Side Story, Scarecrow in The Wiz, Puck in Midsummer Night's Dream, Paris Hilton in the student production Pieces of Paris and currently his role as Elmo at Sesame Street's Bay of Play at Sea World. Currently Eduard's been dabbling with filmmaking, currently working on his own film projects The Princess of Oz and Pop Girl. Eduard would like to dedicate his performance to Babylin Galit. A true inspiration. |
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O.P. Hadlock (Morty) With over 350 production credits in almost every aspect of theatre, O.P. Hadlock brings a unique array of experience to any theatrical endeavor. He earned a B.A. in Acting/ Directing and a M.A. in Scenic/Lighting Design from California State University, Long Beach and also holds a California Community College (Theatre Arts and Related Technologies) Teaching Credential. O.P., or Patrick to those who know him, lists 32 acting performances in a vast array of roles as well as a background in dance both on stage and television. He has directed 11 productions and written five plays, 15 screenplays, three novels and two short stories. Well over 60 productions had their graphics and publicity designed by O.P. He also held the position of Business and Promotions Manager for three theatres and an arts festival at C.S.U.F. O.P. has worked as a Technical Director at a California University (C.S.U.S.B.) and a road house (East County Performing Arts Center). He served as H.R. Poindexter’s Lighting Assistant for three shows; designed lighting for 39 shows, scenic design for 23 shows, costumed 6 shows, designed sound for 19 shows, and crewed over 200 shows. He studied make-up with Richard Corson. O.P. cofounded and was technical consultant to The Rainbow Theatricans (a professional children’s theatre company that toured into shopping malls). Since 1990, O.P. has resided in San Diego with his lovely wife, Christine, and their menagerie of pets. When he relaxes, O.P. spends his time at his computer, reading, attending concerts and plays, gaming, and enjoying fine food and wine. |
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Dale Morris* (Jake) is an actor and director. He is a member of the Screen Actors Guild and Actors Equity Association. He is the founder of Compass Theatre (formerly 6th @ Penn Theatre) and the San Diego Theatre Scene weekly Newsletter that has over 7000 subscribers; a founding member of Grassroots Greeks and the producer of nine Greek tragedies as well as many other shows at 6th @ Penn and Compass Theatre. As an actor, his local appearances include: Cygnet Theatre: The Receptionist, dir by Sean Murray, Backyard Productions, Hysterical Blindness, dir by Fran Gercke, 6th @ Penn: Glengary Glenn Ross, dir. by Jerry Pilato and Bryan Bevell; Middle-Aged White Guys, dir. by Ralph Elias; The Sum of Us, dir. by Douglas Lay; …A Young Lady From Rwanda, dir. by Claudio Raygoza, Antigone & The Children of Heracles, dir. by Delicia Turner Sonnenberg; A Prayer for My Daughter, dir. by Robert May (Patte’ Award – Best Ensemble), Lyceum Theatre: Raisins in the Sun, dir. by Claudio Raygoza; Quentin Crisp Theatre: Fit To Be Tied dir. by Gayle Feldman; NCRT: The Elephant Man, dir. by Sean Murray; An American Daughter, dir. by Rosina Reynolds. Fritz: Escape from Happiness and Unmerciful Good Fortune, dir. by Karin Williams. Sledgehammer: My Marriage to Ernest Borgnine dir. by Bryan Bevell; Diversionary: Execution of Justice. Film: The Streetsweeper, American Daughter, Point Blank, Not Once But Twice and ’Til Death Do Us Part. TV: Fashion House, Silk Stalkings, the O. J. Trial Re-Enactment and Angel Street. Other roles: Oliver in Return Engagements (Aubry Award); Harold in Orphans, Jerry in Zoo Story, and Sir Wilfred in Witness for the Prosecution. Prior to obtaining Compass Theatre in 2001 Dale was a property manager in several states operating large residential apartment complexes. In 2002 6th @ Penn became a 501 (c) (3) non-profit arts organization and Dale became its producing artistic director. *Member Actors Equity Association |
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J. Marcus Newman (Director)
After a brief hiatus, Marc returned to the San Diego theatre
scene in 2006 when he produced and directed Moms in America,
an acclaimed drama he also wrote. As Nonnie Vishner (he changed
his name in 1998) Mr. Newman directed Isn’t It Romantic
and The Sisters Rosensweig at North Coast Repertory
Theatre, Picnic for La Jolla Stage Company (where he
briefly served as Artistic Director), eight winning Plays By
Young Writers for Playwrights Project, several seasons of the
Streisand Festival of New Jewish Plays, The American Dream &
The Zoo Story and Butterflies are Free at the
Coronado Playhouse, plus new works for the Fritz Blitz and at
theatres elsewhere in California. Marcus is also an
accomplished Equity and SAG actor who appeared in Diversionary
Theatre’s very first production Lunch & Dessert. He
has performed in three productions at the Welk Resort Theatre
and on the stages of the La Jolla Playhouse and the Horton Grand
Theatre as well as at theatres in New York and was a resident
member of the Bucks County Playhouse’s acting company. He was
featured in episodes of Silk Stalkings, Renegade, Nightman and
several television pilots taped here in San Diego. As theatre
instructor and playwriting coach, Mr. Newman has taught at SDSU,
National University, MiraCosta College, Poway High School and
Patrick Henry High School. He privately coaches a select few
acting students; scene study classes are planned for the very
near future. Mr. Newman is also at work writing his second
full-length drama, Closet Justice. He is excited to be
directing his first production for Compass Theatre (or any of
its former incarnations). |
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Marissa Oliver (Stage Manager) is excited about the opportunity to work with director J. Marcus Newman. She's been involved with the arts throughout her life; having taken ballet and modern dance in high school and college. Marissa has interned at the Museum of Photographic Art and assisted the artistic director at Sushi Performance & Visual Art. She looks forward to learning about a new artistic genre. |
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Annie Macpherson (Stage Manager) Ever since she can remember, Annie has been a writer and performer. Starting at age 7, she and her sister wrote, directed, and acted in their own series of Sherlock Holmes Mystery plays inspired by Masterpiece Theater. The duo cast their cousins and performed for family and friends. Their first play, The Scarlet Knife, debuted on Thanksgiving in the backyard of their grandparent’s house. In high school, Annie performed and worked stage crew for Heaven Can Wait, The Crucible, and Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing. She graduated from SDSU with a degree in Marketing, and is thrilled to be back in the playhouse. This is her first production with the Compass Theater. |
| Lisa Burgess (Costume Designer) does costume design, prosthetics and wig work most recenty for: Compass Theatre: December 2008 A Tuna Christmas, March-April 2009 Killer Joe, and Ariel Performing Arts: April-May 2009 Zanna Don't!(Assistant Costume Design and seamstress). She has worked as the sound and light technician for Onstage Playhouse's Production of Birthday Suite, 2005 for which she was awarded 2005-2006 Season Best Technician Award. Lisa performed the role of Gretal in the San Diego Opera Company's 1979 production of the operetta Hansel and Gretel. Since then she has been sewing custom pieces and costumes for family, friends and clients. Lisa teaches Freshman English Literature at Granger Junior High School (GJH) in National City(her alma mater), was "Teacher of the Year 2007" SUHSD, and graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor's degree in English Literature and a Master's Degree in Education from National University, and an additional Master's Degree in School Administration from San Diego State University(thesis pending). She looks forward to being the GJH school Drama Club Advisor 2009-10 and helping her students discover their talents via the magic of live theater and the performing arts. Muchas gracias mi minions! | |
Anna Gomes (Graphic Design) was born and raised in São Paulo, Brazil. Graduated at the School of Architecture and Urbanism from the University of Sao Paulo (FAU USP). Studied at the University of California for one year and nowadays works for a local company doing product design and graphic design. Anna also develops work with photography and contemporary art. |
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Ira Bateman-Gold (Playwright) A failed small business operator during the Bush administration, Mr. Bateman-Gold lives south of Los Angeles and spends most of his time writing or playing with his little dog "Sparky". His play A Hundred Birds won a Patté Award in 2007 for best new play. His most famous work Disfunctioning Disfunctionals in a World Lain Waste will be revived in Oakland, Ca. later this year at the Center for Diversity and Ebonics. Known for his "beveled edge" style of writing, Mr. Bateman-Gold was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize for his collection of plays: Crying Tears While Straining in 2002. His newest work Lay Down Flat Upon Me will premiere at the Toronto Stage in New Wales, Ontario in 2011. |
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