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New-York-based Equity actor Remy Germinario as Alex in Cardinal Stage’s 2015 production of "Buyer and Cellar." Rachel Glago, marketing manager at Cardinal Stage Company, says Equity houses lead “to overall economic growth.” | Photo by Blueline, courtesy of Cardinal Stage Company

Guest Column: When Is a Theater an ‘Equity House,’ and Does It Matter?
Rachel Glago
In its rich and diverse theater community, Bloomington has only one “Equity House.” What does that mean? And is “professionalizing theater” important to a town this size? As Cardinal Stage Company’s Rachel Glago explains in this guest column, yes, because among other benefits it leads to “to overall economic growth.” Click here to read the full story.
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In Nick Dear's adaptation of 'Frankenstein,' actor Christopher Ellis brings a more existential rendering of Mary Shelley's Creature to life at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater October 27 - November 5. | Photo by Mallory Smith

Cardinal Stage Company Brings a Powerful, Contemporary Adaptation of Frankenstein’s Creature to Life by Benjamin Beane
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In Nick Dear’s contemporary adaptation of Frankenstein, the Creature confronts his Creator in a morally nuanced, existential variation of the “monster story.” Cardinal Stage Company founder Randy White returns to Bloomington to direct the show and notes that the play’s “focus on the Creature as Other” gives it power and relevance — and dovetails with Indiana University’s Themester on Diversity, Difference, and Otherness. Click here to read more about Frankenstein.
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‘Read Local’: A Letter from the Desk of Emily Winters, LP’s Marketing and Advertising Director
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Limestone Post Marketing and Advertising Director Emily Winters toots her horn about why she loves LP (and you should, too)! A woman with a mission, Emily helps LP’s in-depth, informative stories find their way to loyal readers and the broader community. “The need for homegrown stories and independent voices is ever-pressing," she writes. "LP publishes stories that not only showcase Bloomington’s creativity and quirkiness, but they also examine issues and pose questions that help make us a more informed and engaged community." Click here to read more.
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Garfield gets his cake (and definitely eats it) in Cardinal Stage Company's first Cardinal for Kids performance of the 2017-18 season, 'Garfield: The Musical With Cattitude.' | Photo courtesy of Blueline Media Productions

‘Garfield: The Musical With Cattitude’ Kicks Off Cardinal Stage Company’s 2017-18 Season and Benefits the Monroe County Humane Association by Benjamin Beane
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Cardinal Stage Company’s 2017-18 Cardinal for Kids production Garfield: The Musical with Cattitude brings Hoosier Jim Davis’ beloved comic strip to life, complete with the sarcastic feline bursting into song about lasagna, of course. The opening and closing performances will include very special four-legged guests, ambassador animals from VIPaws. Funds raised from the production will benefit VIPaws and other programs at the Monroe County Humane Association. Don’t miss Garfield and company at the Ivy Tech John Waldron Auditorium September 8 through 24! Click here to read more about Garfield.
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The graceful and mesmerizing aerial acrobats of AsaBela WINGS Aerial Academy will perform in both the matinée and evening Va-Va-Va-Vaudeville shows. | Photo by Chris Rall

Behind the Curtain: Va-Va-Va-Vaudeville
Jennifer Pacenza
It’s a juggernaut! It’s a celebration of Bloomington’s amazing talent! It’s an extravagant array of performers — jugglers, dancers, comedians, aerial acrobats, burlesque performers, musicians, and even clever canines! It’s Va-Va-Va-Vaudeville! Jennifer Pacenza takes you Behind the Curtain of this variety show playing this weekend at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater. Click here to read the full story.
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Cardinal Stage Company’s Nest Generation Initiative will help people under 35 years old become subscribers to the theater company’s Mainstage Season. Pictured here is Cardinal Stage’s 2016 Mainstage production, "Murder Ballad." | Photo courtesy of Blueline Media Productions

Nest Generation Initiative: Cardinal Stage Company Offers Generous Ticket Subscription Program to Spread the Love of Live Theater by Benjamin Beane
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Many people understand the enormous impact live theater can have on a person’s life. Cardinal Stage Company is now making it easy to give someone under 35 a full-season subscription to its Mainstage productions. And it’s just $35. That’s 5 shows in the 2017-2018 season for $35. It’s called the Nest Generation Initiative, and its true value lies with giving young adults an unforgettable experience — the chance to support and enjoy live theater. Click here to read more about the Nest Generation.
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‘All the Beautiful Sounds of the World’: ‘West Side Story’ is a Beautiful Send-off for an Accomplished Career and Exemplary 10th Season at Cardinal Stage
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Cardinal Stage Company’s 10th season culminates with America’s classic retelling of Romeo and Juliet. Boasting one of the most iconic scores in musical theatre, West Side Story will feature the Sharks and Jets dancing it out at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater, addressing matters of love, race, and class through musical performance. Click here to read more about Cardinal's West Side Story.
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Kenneth L. Roberson (right), director and choreographer of this summer's "Dames at Sea" production by Indiana University Summer Theatre, instructs during a rehearsal. | Courtesy photo

Behind the Curtain: The Joy of Summer Theater
Jennifer Pacenza
Attending summer theater allows us to truly enjoy the moment, says Jennifer Pacenza in her Limestone Post column, Behind the Curtain. And local theater lovers have many shows to choose from in the next few months. In this preview of the IU Summer Theatre season, Jennifer says the lineup promises some “lasting summer memories.” Click here to read the full story.
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Sex, Monsters, and Pixie Dust Highlight Cardinal Stage Company’s 2017-2018 Season; Also Introducing the Nest Generation Initiative!
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Cardinal Stage Company’s 2017-2018 season lineup offers a slate of both classic and contemporary works — some for the whole family and some just for the grown-ups. In addition to featuring performances that are provocative, relevant, and spectacular (there will be flying!), the upcoming season launches Cardinal’s new Nest Generation Initiative to introduce more young adults to the world of professional theatre! Click here to see what's coming to Cardinal Stage this year!
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Amphibious Adventuring with Cardinal Stage’s Cardinal for Kids’ Production of ‘A Year with Frog and Toad’
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Cardinal Stage Company’s Cardinal for Kids season finale, A Year with Frog and Toad, brings to life the old bedtime favorite with heart and humor. Fun for kids and a throw-back for adults, this high-energy, family-friendly musical captures the wonder of childhood and champions the lessons of compassion and tolerance. Join fun-loving Frog and cantankerous Toad along with their woodland friends for a wild ride this spring! Click here to read more about Cardinal’s production of A Year With From and Toad.
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Fancy a Royal Send-Up? Cardinal Stage Company Brings British Humor to Bloomington with ‘King Charles III’
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Featuring a future king and a ghost of sovereigns past, Cardinal Stage Company’s King Charles III is a comedy about British politics and the press that will strike a chord on this side of the Atlantic. Nominated for a Tony in 2016, Cardinal Stage’s cast and crew bring this acclaimed play to life at the Ivy Tech Waldron Auditorium. Click here to learn more about Cardinal’s production of King Charles III.
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Gabe Gloden, the new Managing Director at Cardinal Stage Company. | Photo courtesy of Cardinal Stage Company

Expect Big Things from Cardinal Stage Company’s New Managing Director by Benjamin Beane
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In preparing for his imminent departure to Chicago, Randy White, the Artistic Director of Cardinal Stage Company, has found an experienced and ambitious leader to shoulder the administrative responsibilities of the theatre. Gabe Gloden, the new Managing Director for Cardinal Stage Company, has big shoes to fill, but he also has big ideas and is ready to make Cardinal stronger in this “critical time.” Click here to learn more about Gabe Gloden!
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