'Rumors' Review! 09/21/2010
 RUMORS was reviewed by Montville Patch! "To review the play in one word: hilarious. This was one of the funniest plays I have ever seen and I, along with the rest of the audience, could not stop laughing." -Stefanie Sears, 'Did You Hear? 'Rumors' Running at The Barn Theatre' CLICK HERE to view the full article! 1 Comment 'Rumors' Run Rampant in September 08/31/2010
 The Barn Theatre's 2010–2011 Season bursts onto the stage with Neil Simon's RUMORS, playing September 10 to 25. When four affluent couples gather at a posh upper-class residence to celebrate their host’s tenth wedding anniversary they discover the servants are gone, the hostess is missing, and the host, the Deputy Mayor of New York City, has shot himself in the head. Though only a flesh wound, things get frantically funny as the guests do all they can to prevent this black-tie affair from becoming a red-hot scandal! Mayhem and hilarity abound in this fast-paced farce from Neil Simon. RUMORS is directed by Tom Blewitt, and features Rachel Dunwoody, Jonathan Peck, Lauren Mazzarese, Vincent J. Balzano, Annette Winter, Clinton L. Scott, William K. Prochazka, Tara Bennekemper, Sam Salter, and Michelle Stern. Performance Schedule: Sept 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, & 25 @ 8:00pm and Sept 12, 19, & 25 @ 2:00pm. To reserve tickets call (973) 334-9320! Tickets cost $15, with special discount of $14 for seniors/students for matinees only. For more information, visit http://www.barntheatre.org! Solstice Showcase: 2010 One-Acts Festival 06/09/2010
 The Barn Theatre ushers in the summer with its SOLSTICE SHOWCASE: 2010 ONE-ACTS FESTIVAL. The three-day event celebrates original works from rising theatrical artists, and features the talents over 30 performers from around New Jersey. Performances are on Friday, June 18 and Saturday, June 19 at 8 p.m.; and Sunday, June 20 at 2 p.m. The eight pieces presented at each performance include: "The Rental," written by Mark Harvey Levine, directed by Annette Winter. A woman receives a surprise birthday gift - the "perfect" boyfriend! Featuring Paul Bettys and Claudine Boucher. "A Very Lovely Dress," written by D. Richard Tucker, directed by Claire McDonald. A tailor creates a special dress for a girl’s once in a lifetime event. Featuring Patrick Little and Brenna Singman. "Loyal Companion," written by Joe Wohlgemuth, directed by Chris Mortenson. An adult tale of love, seen through the eyes of man and his "best friend." Featuring Kathy Biehl, Brian Merrill, Jessica Phelan, Chris Ricci and Lionel Ruland. "L.A. 8 AM," written by Mark Harvey Levine, directed by Julie Jin. An examination of a couple’s relationship reveals what the future holds for them. Featuring Laura Carey, Rashad Davis, Danna Lyons Hunking and Nino Spallacci. "Funhouse Waltz," written and choreographed by Desirée Caro. A dance journey through a surreal funhouse where awakened desires tempt one’s fate. Featuring Donna Bialkin, Gira Derise, Rachel Dunwoody, Michal Efron, Megan Ferentinos, Melissa Kaban, Marshall Roberts, Jo Rosa Rio, Katey Sabo and Kristen Schiano. "Circumstances," written by Sean Fitts, directed by John Trumbull. A discontent employee discovers that quitting his job is not going to be as easy as he anticipated. Featuring Sam Salter and Clinton L. Scott. "The Dinner Guest," written by Stanley Toledo, directed by Loretta Napolitano. A married couple’s dinner is interrupted by an unexpected guest. Featuring Alexis Ceglia, Rachel Dunwoody and Craig Zimmermann. "Storms, Sheets, and Show Tunes," written by Stacey Lane, directed by Dan Reed. A haunted theatre holds auditions for a replacement ghost! Featuring Donna Bialkin, Matt Cotton, Tim Daniels, Annie Raczko, Jerry Sapperstein and Sarah Wertheimer. $10 tickets available at the door. For reservations call 973-334-9320. The Barn Theatre is located at 32 Skyline Drive in Montville, just off Route 287, Exit 47. For more information or directions, visit www.barntheatre.org. The Barn Theatre - Making Impressions 05/22/2010
 Rachel is officially a poster child for the Barn Theatre's 2010-2011 season! Publicity artwork by Anthony Rubolotta. 'The Vagina Monologues' Review 05/10/2010
 THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES was reviewed in The Quill (Vol. 18, No. 6)! "Each girl fit the part perfectly. The play was highly entertaining and informative." -Jenna Guyer, 'Vagina Monologues zeroes in on awareness of violence' CLICK HERE to view the full article! 'The Vagina Monologues' 04/10/2010
 HACKETTSTOWN — Centenary College Theatre Department joins the global effort to stop violence against women and girls with a V-Day 2010 benefit production of Eve Ensler’s award winning THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES. Tanya Wheelock, student director, chose THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES as her senior theatre thesis. Wheelock explains, THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES combines my love of theater and the desire to help people.” The cast features Lea Antolini-Lid, Casey Bauer, Laure Cole Brittany D’Alessio, Rachel Dunwoody, Abby Farmer, Basia Godecki, Sarah Herr, Alex Huber, Briana Klingaman, Jackie Mariani, Samantha Santana, Briana Seigal, Dorette Shirden, Autumn Wheelock, and Tanya Wheelock. Behind the scenes, the V-Team includes Lea Antolini-Lid, John Brennan, Casey Bauer, Sean Concannon, Megan Corbitt, Basia Godecki, Paul Gregorio, Fred Halperin, Sarah Herr, Alex Huber, Jess Huber, Briana Klingaman, Charles Lid, Matthew Luciano, Jackie Mariani, Matthew Perry, TJ Reissner, Dave Smith, Autumn Wheelock, and Tanya Wheelock. Performances are 8 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, April 14-16 at Centenary Stage, 400 Jefferson Street, Hackettstown. For tickets and information, contact the Centenary Stage Company Box Office at 908-979-0900. Another Rave for 'The Receptionist' 12/03/2009
 Liz Keill of the Independant Press had some flattering things to say about the Chester Theatre Group's production of THE RECEPTIONIST. "Staged with precision and tension at Black River Playhouse in Chester, the four-member cast keeps the energy at a heightened pitch as the puzzle becomes more dense, more obscure... Lorraine, an attractive young woman recovering from a bad marriage... played with winsome charm by Rachel Dunwoody." There are two more chances to see THE RECEPTIONIST — Friday December 4 and Saturday, December 5. Both shows are at 8:00pm. Reservations are recommended and can be made by leaving a message at 908-879-7304  Ruth Ross of the Recorder Newspapers has posted her review of The Chester Theatre Group's production of THE RECEPTIONIST over at the Recorder Newspapers website. “Director Jeff Knapp has cast four superb actors to portray the characters in this three-scene, one act play... Rachel Dunwoody is a knockout as the beautiful Lorraine, although it’s difficult to believe that she’s lonely and despairs of finding the right man. She sashays around the office and flirts with Martin Dart with élan.” THE RECEPTIONIST continues Fridays and Saturdays at 8 through December 5. A matinee is scheduled for November 29 at 2 pm. Due to the size of the house, reservations are recommended and may be made by calling the box office at 908.879.7304. 'The Receptionist' Opens November 20 10/30/2009
 Someone will be right with you… Adam Bock’s office comedy, THE RECEPTIONIST opens at the Black River Playhouse on Friday, November 20, 2009. To let Samuel French summarize: “At the start of a typical day in the Northeast Office, Beverly deals effortlessly with ringing phones and her colleague’s romantic troubles. But the appearance of a charming rep from the Central Office disrupts the friendly routine. And as the true nature of the company’s business becomes apparent, The Receptionist raises disquieting, provocative questions about the consequences of complicity with evil.” The show is directed by Jeff Knapp and features Carla Kendall as Beverly, The Receptionist; Rachel Dunwoody as Lorraine; Stephen Catron as Mr. Raymond and Don Pflaster as Mr. Dart. The show runs Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm through December 5th with a Sunday matinee performance on November 29 at 2pm. Opening night, November 20, is sold out. Tickets are available for all other performances. The show runs approx 80 minutes and is presented without intermission. Tickets are $18 at the door (cash or check only) and may be reserved by calling the box office at 908.879.7304. About the play: “A deceptively complex work that intends to reinvent the concept of the office comedy, The Receptionist plays with the idea of who knows how much and how good a thing that ultimately is.” – Tom Avila, Metro Weekly “The genially mundane goings-on in this blandly average workplace are throw into macabre relief when … a single, jarring line of dialogue sets the calm surface of the play rippling with creepy currents.” – Charles Isherwood, New York Times 'Sure Thing' 10/28/2009
Rachel will be starring as Betty in SURE THING by David Ives as part of an evening of One-Acts at Centenary College. Playing opposite Fred Halperin (Bill) and directed by Tanya Wheelock, it will be performed on December 10, 2009 at 7:30pm. Admission is free! |
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