December Swill Poster

Foward this to your Mum!

The December Swill...

December brings a sneak peak at On the Conditions and Possibilities of Helen Clark Taking Me as Her Young Lover* adapted from the book by Richard Meros.

An original theatrical monologue exploring obsession, politics and the hopes and dreams of a passionate but confused generation. Ostensibly the performance is an impassioned logical analysis of how the Right Honourable Miss Clark would succumb to the temptation provided by the lonely performer, the over-educated and unemployed character of Richard Meros charges through the pop-culture slipstream of our recent political history to prove his amorous point.

Director: Jeff Pinfold Starring: Arthur Meek

In The Muse by American playwright Quincy Long a playwright visits his muse.

He has come unprepared but hey, he can wing it, right? She's his muse and she'll love his brilliant idea for a new play; no question about it. So, who is this unknown playwright who dares to position himself above the 'names' in his chosen profession? Who is the muse who dares to challenge his import? And who are these two fine new actors who dare to bring you their truthful interpretation of a wonderfully written piece?

Director: Phil Darkins Starring: Melissa Billington and David Allen

And our side-splittingly funnny improvised saga MAGNUM: The Lost Episodes continues …after the tragic (and hilarious) death of Ice Pick will Magnum and Co finally discover the wonders behind the silver door using his dying words of wisdom?

So for only $5 you get three one act plays performed by some of Wellington’s finest talent – all in one of Wellington’s funkiest bars, Mighty Mighty!

So come on down, grab a pint and enjoy an evening of culture. Doors open at 5:30pm for a 6pm start...be early to snaffle a good seat and grab a toastie!!

* This production has been made possible through project funding from Creative New Zealand.

Pics from November Swill

Photos from the November Swill

The Intervention - by Jeff Whitty

Office Palms - by Paul Rothwell
Magnum: The Lost Episodes

Auditions!

The Swill is auditioning for a male actor for the December series.

The Muse
A One Act Play by QUINCY LONG
Directed by Phil Darkins For The Six O’clock Swill At Mighty Mighty
Performance Dates: December 12 & 13 2007

Character Breakdown

The Playwright

Male, American, 29-44. Could be younger, could be older but his psyche sits most comfortably within those years. Actual ethnic origin is not an issue but his culture is middle class Caucasian. He is a passionate man who possesses a wealth of talent but has just enough doubt to save himself from conceit. The actor playing him can do the accents of a well educated Californian AND that of a character from rural Tennessee with ease.

If’n y’cain’t du theyit carn-vinsin-lee, y’kid b’wastin ev-boddiz tarm awdishnin goddit? S’done do theyit, y’understan? Thaynken ewe karndl’.

The play is predominantly dialogue between the playwright and his muse. The playwright has several monologues, one of which – in the rural accent – is long.

Auditions will be held from 4pm Sunday 18 November at Mighty Mighty. Please email sixoclockswill@gmail.com to book an audition slot.

You will be sent two monologues, we ask that you familiarise yourself well with them and come prepared with the energy and intensity to hold an audience’s attention, as if performing solo, for ½ an hour.

Thanks for your interest!

Swiller makes good!

Our own Barry Lakeman's "Out of Mind" show gets some kudos from the Lumiere Reader. Check it out here:

http://lumiere.net.nz/reader/arts.php/item/1382

Nick work Barry!

Cheers,
Walter

November Swill Poster

Save and forward to your friends!
Special thanks to Mat Hunkin for his continued support of the Swill.

The Swill in November....

Thanks to everyone who came to see the Six O'clock Swill on 10-11 October, the feedback has been fantastic. A huge thanks to the casts and Gene, Steven and Derek who put so much time and effort into rehearsals!

The line-up for November is:

INTERVENTION
By American Jeff Whitty, Tony Award writer of the Musical ‘Avenue Q’.

Director: Vivien Bell

Jennifer Thompson - Rita
Phil Darkins - Alec
Nathan Green - Sven
Jo Crilly - Shannon
Walter McGinnis - Tom


OFFICE PALMS
The Premiere of a new NZ work by Paul Rothwell

Director: Charlotte Simmonds

Alex Greig - The Applicant
Jonny Potts - Man
Ginny Spackman - Woman
Charlotte Simmonds - Receptionist

MAGNUM: The Lost Episodes
The saga continues…will we ever discover what is behind the Silver Door?!

Director: Derek Flores

Wednesday 14 & Thursday 15 November.

Watch this space for more info on the cast and crew involved.

The lineup for October...

Coming soon to the Mighty Mighty - 104 Cuba Street, Wellington!!

To kick off the Six O'clock Swill on the 10 & 11 October, we are presenting the following theatre for your viewing pleasure:

COW - By Jo Randerson*
Director - Gene Alexander

Cast
Dad - Phil Darkins
Mum - Lorraine Ward
American - Melissa Billington
Beth - Marnie Thompson
Policeman - Ben Fransham
Louisa - Kate Conaglen
Girl - Jasmine M'Nijel
Farmhand - Jon Devine
Collector - Jessica Manins
Gerry - Nathan Green

ON STORY - By Bill Wrubel
Director - Steven Whiting

Cast
Arvin - Ben Fransham
Betsy - Jennifer Thompson
Nick - Phil Darkins
Ken - Walter McGinnis
Warren - Daniel Price
Morley - Barry Lakeman

MAGNUM: THE LOST EPISODES
Director/Facilitator - Derek Flores

Cast
Jessica Manins
Phil Darkins
Jennifer Thompson
Thom McGrath
Melissa Billington
Ben Fransham
Walter McGinnis

Keep checking this blog for more updates, info and gossip about the Swill!


* By arrangement with Playmarket - Cow was originally commissioned by the Young & Hungry Youth Theatre through support from Creative New Zealand.

The Swill at the Schmooze

A bunch of the cast and crew of the first Six O'clock Swill be hanging out at the September Equity Schmooze at Downstage tonight starting at 5:30. If you are in Wellington, feel like a drink and a chat, come on down. Look for a guy with a red beard and that is mostly likely me. I'll be happy to answer any queries about the Swill or recruit other Swillers to entertain you!

The Schmooze happens the last Friday of every month (well, maybe not December), and is put on by New Zealand Actors Equity. It's open everyone in the acting community.

Hope to see you there,
Walter

Magnum: The Lost Episodes

Canadian funny guy Derek Flores led our happy bunch of actors in an improvisation workshop in preparation for the Magnum section of the Swill.