Dream of Me

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HUGE news from Mainspring Collective!!

Our original play, Dream of Me is moving to the Players Theatre (an OFF BROADWAY house) for two weeks this spring!

Following a nearly sold out run at the cell theatre in Chelsea, Dream of Me (a fast paced series of vignettes featuring original music, dance, and video art) is moving to a 180 seat off Broadway house in the West Village for ONLY TWO WEEKENDS!

Kicking yourself for missing it the first time? Now's your chance to make things right and enjoy that fabulous night at the theater you deserve.

All performances are at The Players Theatre located at 115 MacDougal Street. Dates are listed below:

Thurs. 5/28 AND Thurs. 6/4
Fri. 5/29 AND Fri. 6/5
Sat. 5/30 AND Sat. 6/6

All performances are at 8:00pm

**This performance contains full nudity**

PURCHASE PRE-SALE TICKETS FOR $20 HERE:

http://www.ovationtix.com/trs/pr/657805

*Make sure to use the PROMO code: PreDream, when purchasing your ticket to get the discount

Saw the show and loved it? See it again!
AND tell your friends...
We're counting on you to spread the word... because Mainspring Collective is moving one whole "off" closer to Broadway!


Check out the press release below, along with some reviews!

Mainspring Collective, in collaboration with The Players Theatre, presents Dream of Me, a multi-media theatre piece based on Charles Mee's 'Fetes de la Nuit'. Set in New York City, the play (written by Alexandria LaPorte and directed by Hilary Krishnan) is a voyeuristic exploration of love, youth, naiveté, and the struggle for finding fulfillment, both in and out of relationships.

This multi-media work infuses text inspired by Charles Mee with video art, original music, memorable performances, and innovative dance. The resulting vignettes are an eye-popping series embarking upon the complexity of human relationships and life in the city.

"A poignant and passionate piece, it explores the deepest sorrows and boundless joys that love inflicts on the hearts of New York City dwellers. Dream of Me is a powerful, inherently human work that is a must-see for anyone who ponders the profundity of love and appreciates theater that stimulates the mind."
Kristin Forte for Show Business Weekly.

"Fueled by a young and vibrant cast, the piece lightly touches on every aspect of sex and relationships, cleverly illustrating the anxiety and the freedom of the modern hunt for Mr. or Mrs. Right. Men dress as women, anything can happen, and nothing is sacred. But just like that, Dream of Me morphs into a poignant piece, contemplating the softer moments between us."
Mark DeFrancis for nytheatre.com

Mainspring wants YOU!

We are a theatre company. We love meeting new people. Here's a taste of what's happened so far, and some exciting news of what's to come!

Over the past year and a half Mainspring Collective has produced:

1. A 1950’s Medea (by the one and only Euripides) with the sounds of Perry Como and Doris Day, the story told by our charming chorus of picture-perfect housewives;
2. The tale of a fatherless 13-year-old boy from Clarksdale, Mississippi determined to solve the mysteries of time travel, supplemented with original music and video art;
3. A hilarious, yet frighteningly poignant, one-act play that shows us where our American idea of ‘progress’ might lead us, both socially and environmentally (appropriately performed at an outdoor art festival)
4. A devised theater workshop that culminated in the creation of a humorous romp of a play (yet to be produced) about how artists must constantly compromise their integrity get what they want

Presently housed in the cell theatre, in Chelsea, Mainspring Collective continues to produce new theater (both original works and classics revisited) and hold actor-based play development workshops. In 2009, Mainspring will begin a monthly play-reading series, an opportunity to create further dialogue between playwright and audience.

Production History: Medea by Euripides, Directed by Hilary Krishnan (Cast, Dates and Production Photos); Legends Myths and Heiroglyphs by Demetrius Wren, Directed by Hilary Krishnan (Cast, Dates and Production Photos); Tina Tupelo by Bridget Fallen, Directed by Hilary Krishnan (Cast, Date); Dream of Me by Alexandria LaPorte, Directed by Hilary Krishnan

Workshop History: Star-Crossed by Bridget Fallen, Workshop Facilitators: Hilary Krishnan and Jenna Weinberg

Upcoming Productions –

DREAM OF ME, the revival. We're bringing our original hit play back for an extended run at the Players' Theater, an Off Broadway house located in the West Village. Stay tuned for information and how to get your tickets soon.

Mainspring is also beginning a program called Square1, a summer reading series for new plays. Interested in being a part of its development? Drop a line.

About Us–

Our Mission: Mainspring Collective is dedicated to developing unique approaches to devising ensemble-based theater using words, movement, music, art and video. We also like to throw parties.

How about YOU?-

Do you like to paint, sew costumes, build things, file papers, lug around heavy things, and have fun? We love volunteers.

Are you a playwright? We’re always accepting submissions for workshops, play readings and production.

Are you a performer? We’re always accepting headshots and resumes.

Get in touch with us at info@mainspringcollective.com.