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From Shakespeare to Mamet, Figure 8 Productions has explored the vast landscape of genres in the area of stagecraft from its inception. Figure 8 is currently in development of project ideas for the stage in Los Angeles and Tokyo. Below are examples of companies and troupes we recommend in SoCal and some performances we have filmed in Tokyo- also highly recommended. |
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TOKYO VAMPIRE A solo performance by Dwayne Lawler
Rising Sun Theatre and Dwayne Lawler
Tokyo Vampire, a solo performance written and directed by its star Dwayne Lawler, is a gripping and elegant perception of the life of a conflicted predator. Mr. Lawler is a valuable collaborator who helped with Figure 8’s production of GA the short film, and is currently working in pre-production for the movie version of Tokyo Vampire to be shot this year.
www.tokyo-vampire.com/PC/pc.htm |
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The Actors' Gang
This is Tim Robbins' baby, and a wonderful creation it is. Innovative and experimental yet, grounded in mastery of the basics: superb acting and relevant material. They perform classics in addition to new works-in-progress, usually with their own flavor called "The Style, combining techniques of Kabuki and Comedia-del-Arte.
www.theactorsgang.com |
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The UCR Theatre Department
Yes it's college theatre, but it is also the birthplace of Figure 8 Productions, so we feel it's worth mentioning. Not to mention the range and professional aptitude of one of the best-kept secrets in Southern California. For students it is a place to get 'hands on' experience with working professionals from all over the world; for audiences, it's a fresh delight and a reminder that good things often come in small packages.
www.theatre.ucr.ed |
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East West Players
In the heart of multicultural Los Angeles, East West Players offers an Asian-American perspective. Very professional and cutting edge, with David Henry Hwang's involvement one can't go wrong. Ever heard of a little play called M. Butterfly?
www.eastwestplayers.org |
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Torifune Butoh Sha
Butoh originally started in the 1950’s post WWII reconstruction-Japan. The style was first performed on stage by choreographer Tatsumi Hijikata as a work inspired by Yukio Mishima’s: Kinjiki (Forbidden Colors), of the same title. Together with Kazuo Ohno, considered one of the best modern dancers in the world during his time, they experimented with a type of movement and form which is now more famous internationally than in Japan although it draws heavily on traditional Noh and Kabuki theatre.
Torifune Butoh Sha, a toupe out of Yokohama, Japan recently performed the piece: Hozuki, which is also touring to Ohio, U.S.A. Figure 8 is currently in production of a short documentary about this troupe and Butoh.
/www.scn-net.ne.jp/~torifune/ |
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