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TIME to PLAY! an orginal two person show by Jason Burnstein and Elena Orsak

Jason Burnstein — Sat, 02 Jun 2007 19:52:12 GMT

TIME to PLAY! is a hilarious fun-filled evening of clowning, juggling, mime, and music. This magical journey of hope, dreams and love is told through a unique style of physical storytelling that weaves together epic adventure sequences with strikingly beautiful and simple vignettes that are sure to capture the imagination of all ages. Endearing characters, enchanting music, masterful storytelling and the exceptional talents of Elena Orsak and Jason Burnstein all fit perfectly together in this unforgettable two-person show. The show has been performed in over 7 states and 4 countries. It was created with the intention of touring to Waldorf Schools, Camphill Communities, Children's hospitals and other venues that appreciate hilarious, creative, uplifting, inspiring and imaginative work. We hope to bring this show to you next! For more information or to make a booking please contact Jason Burnstein 612.720.4389 mangoinfo@yahoo.com To view a short Promo video of this show cut and paste the link below into your address bar...or clink on the link under the "related websites" title just to the right of the image above: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qj8cLkKOgM

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Umba Umbra!

Jason Burnstein — Sat, 19 May 2007 03:45:17 GMT

An original two person show created and performed by Jason Burnstein and Mark Anderson Hatfield. Directed by Markel Kiefer. "UMBA UMBRA", a hilarious fun-filled evening of clowning, puppetry, juggling, mime, music and more that promises to entertain the ENTIRE family. This delightful exploration of the world of brass horns, red noses, broken umbrellas and masked mayhem is shared through a unique style of storytelling that is sure to capture the imagination of all ages. "UMBA UMBRA" was first performed as part of FoolFest 2005, the 2nd Annual Minnesota Mime and Physical Theatre Festival. To see a 4 minute promo video for this show go the link listed below http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcap85lKBkA

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Aga Theatre Lab

Jason Burnstein — Sat, 19 May 2007 03:38:03 GMT

Aga Theatre Lab is a work in progress. A temporary name to hold together various creative endeavors between Jason Burnstein and friends. Shows that have been created under this umbrella include Umba Umbra and Time to Play!. Why "aga" Warmth, communal gathering, movement and sustainabilty. Aga Theatre Lab takes its name from a traditional cast iron stove used primarily in Europe. These four principles are the cornerstones of our beliefs. We hope to create communal events full of love and warmth, letting people walk away feeling better than when they arrived. Our work is rooted in the teachings of Jacques Lecoq paased down to us from master teacher Thomas Prattki. This western european theatre training combined with our various experiences in eastern philosophy and martial arts has given us the tools to create dynamic theatre which is always rooted in a strong sense of physicality and play. Finally, we aknowledge the importance of our planet. We recognize our responsibility to care for it and to reach out to others to share in that vission.

A Midwinter Night's Dream

Jason Burnstein — Sat, 19 May 2007 03:30:59 GMT

The Three Sticks Theatre Company presents William Shakespeare's A Midwinter Night's Dream at the 2007 Saint Paul Winter Carnival. This is the same company that brought the critically acclaimed show Mythed to the 2005 Fringe and a successful return of Borderlines at the 2006 Fringe. Take a ride down the giant snow slide, get lost in the amazing ice maze, take in the beauty of the snow and ice sculptures, and keep warm in the Harriet Island Pavilion, where 8 actors portray 22 roles in Shakespeare's most popular play, adapted and directed by Jason Bohon for a winter season celebration for all ages. Performances are: Jan 27 & 28 at 4:30 pm, Feb 4 at 4:00 pm, and Feb 5 at 3:30 pm Harriet Island Regional Park- located in downtown Saint Paul (across the river from the Science Museum of Minnesota). With: Jason Ballweber, Jason Burnstein, Katrina Hawley, Eric Holm, Elise Langer, Katie Melby, Sara Richardson, and music by Andrew Lynch. Costumes by Sarah Bahr. Tickets: $10 general admission or $8 with a Fringe Button. For more information, go to www.winter-carnival.com or www.threestickstheatre.org.

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We Are Ugly But We Have the Music

Jason Burnstein — Sat, 19 May 2007 03:24:36 GMT

"We Are Ugly But We Have the Music" is a heightened tragicomedy that tells the story of the Zanzinger Family Performance Troupe. They're a rag-tag bunch of cabaret performers. They do dramatic acts, comedy acts and most importantly, acts of romance... but life on the road is hard. And after 10 years together, the worst possible news spreads within the group... and their beloved troupe leader is missing. Something drastic has happened, but the show must go on. A broken-hearted cabaret full of love, loss and accidents. Stand-by and watch, as the whole thing falls apart. "We Are Ugly But We Have the Music" is a colorful new play by Jon Ferguson, director and co-creator of the 2005 Minnesota Fringe Festival hit, Please Don't Blow Up Mr. Boban (Outstanding Experimental Production of the Year - Star Tribune; 2005 Artist of the Year - City Pages). We Are Ugly But We Have the Music is a highly visual and physical work. At times it is outrageously funny, at others times, disturbingly dark. For this new production Jon Ferguson is collaborating with an ensemble of highly skilled actors/creators with extensive physical theater experience: Jason Burnstein, Tyson Forbes, Markell Keifer, Kimberly Richardson, Sara Richardson, 10-year-old Piper Sigel-Bruse and fellow 2005 City Pages Artist of the Year, Noah Bremer. Singer-songwriter Pablo, who was chosen as City Pages' Best Acoustic Performer of 1999, provides live music, featuring original songs and new arrangements. For mature-er audiences, 16+. Venue: The Bryant Lake Bowl 810 West Lake Street Minneapolis, MN Show dates/times: Every Saturday and Sunday in March March 4th and 5th March 11 and 12th March 18th and 19th March 25th and 26th Doors open at 6pm Show starts at 7pm Tickets: $12 - $15 (pay what you can); $10 Minnesota Fringe Button Discount Reservations highly recommended: Bryant Lake Bowl box office: 612-825-8949

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Cirque de la Loon

Jason Burnstein — Sat, 19 May 2007 03:22:44 GMT

A loony death defying joyride of laughter.... written and directed by Lloyd Brandt. Produced by Theatre of Fools. Performed at Valley Fair Amusement Park in MN, summer 05. Actors: Jason Burnstein, Mark Hatfield, Lucia Rich and Tyson letz

WOVEN

Jason Burnstein — Sat, 19 May 2007 03:20:09 GMT

WOVEN was an original "theatre as rock concert" show conceived by Noah Harpster. Jason Burnstein was a founding member of the show and of the company formed to produce the show. Below is a blurb from old press material: WOVEN puts the celebration back into theater. In an era when theatre has lost much of its popular appeal, WOVEN seeks to recapture a younger generation by giving them a fast paced, visceral experience that combines rocking live music with a group of talented, innovative performers. Audiences return night after night in the hopes of seeing their favorites from the ever growing list of WOVEN pieces. Whether it is the suspense, the laughter, the grooves, or the fun community that WOVEN provides, audiences continue to rave about this unique and unforgettable experience. WOVEN toured internationally in 2000 winning several awards and great press along the way. WOVEN was produced by Mango Productions, LLC. Mango Productions was formed in 1999 as a means to produce WOVEN and other high energy events. The founding members were Jason Burnstein, Noah Harpster and Jon Lichtenstein.

Mango Productions, LLC

Jason Burnstein — Sat, 19 May 2007 03:18:14 GMT

Mango Propductions was formed in 1999 as a means to produce the theatre/rock show, WOVEN. The founding members of Mango Productions were Noah Harpster, Jason Burnstein and Jon Lichtenstein. They were later joined by Keith Baker and Brian Dickerson. After it's inception it went on to produce numerous other events including a five week long theatre and music festival in Santa Barbara, Califorina called Mango Fest. Woven headlined the event with five weeks of sold out shows. There were also original works by seven different theatre companies featuring world class juggler Jay Gilligan, local theater artists, and innovative out of town acts from Los Angeles, Houston and MInneapolis. Music events includied an all day outdoor concert with local bands, and an evening with The Yonder Mountain String Band, a popular blue grass band from Colorado. The company dissolved in 2002. A sad but necesary stage of development for all the original memebers. Basically, it was time to move on....which we all did.