A fresh scene is being written for performing artists in the Nagoya area with KPB Studio’s recent casting call for original dramas by new or undiscovered play writes. KPB Studio is interested in cultivating the untapped talent we believe is hidden here in Nagoya,” said Managing Director, Stephen Pottinger. “If someone has a story to tell, we’re interested in hearing it and perhaps even performing it on stage!”
KPB Studio Productions are already off to a flying start, showcasing an original play by Gary Beaubouef entitled The Elevator. The Elevator, the story of three individuals confined in an elevator following a devastating earthquake, features Matthew Lott, Jeffery Clapp and Yuki Yamada and will be performed at The Red Rock Bar and Grill. “Although we utilize theaters, we also like the challenge of taking public spaces, such as bars or coffee shops, and transforming them into mini theaters,” says Pottinger. “The right space can make the performance more intimate for the viewer and helps us view space in completely new ways. We think the audience will be amazed at some of the things we hope to do with the space at Red Rock.”
Pottinger is excited at the prospects of finding new stories for KPB Productions. “Nagoya is such a vibrant community,” he claims, “and we think there are thousands of stories just waiting to be told! Sure, not everyone can write a play like Pinter or produce an epic screen play like Spielberg, but we think we can help bring local stories to life if given the chance. We’re also interested in discovering new actors and giving them the opportunity to work in film or on stage. We’re all about helping people discover their hidden artistic talents! We encourage you to show us what you can do!”
KPB refuses to limit itself to stage productions and has also scheduled the release of an original feature film, The Composer, for the Chikusa Playhouse on June 17th 2012. “The Composer has been in production for just over two years,” states Pottinger, “and we’re very proud of what we’ve accomplished. The story follows Mark, a young composer, as he struggles with the mental and physical grief of tragedy. “Dealing with loss is something that almost everyone can relate to,” says Pottinger. “We think we’ve created a moving film about hope and faith that is also very entertaining. Large proceeds from the film will be donated for cancer research, so we hope a lot of folks will come out, see the film and do their part to help in the fight against cancer”
“We have plans for future productions,” says Pottinger, “and we hope to play “The Cauldron” in the autumn, but our greatest strength is our flexibility. If you have something you’ve written and you think it worth putting on stage or on film, show it to us and we may be able to work with you to bring it to the public.” If KPB Studio has its way, theater and independent film making may find a new renaissance in Nagoya. “We haven’t even scratched the surface of Nagoya’s potential,” insists Pottinger. “Haven’t even touched it!”
Please come and check out this year’s works starting in April with “The Elevator” and then June 17th with “The Composer”.
Full details available at www.kpbstudio.com
Queries can be sent to info@kpbstudio.com
Tickets for the eight performances of The Elevator – April 21st, 22nd, 28th and 29th are available from The Red Rock or from cast members.
Tickets cost 2000 yen each and include a free beverage.
04/21 – 2pm and 5pm
04/22 – 2pm and 6pm
04/28 – 2pm and 5pm
04/29 – 2pm and 6pm
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