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The Side Project will preview their 2006-2007 season this Saturday, July 22 at its annual SideFest Benefit. In the spring of 2006, the side project opened the doors to a new, larger, more comfortable space at 1439 W. Jarvis, equipped with 43 padded chairs, three restrooms and a large lobby. Sean Graney's controversial dark comedy Porno was the inaugural performance.
This benefit will be a great chance not only to support the theatre but also to take a look at their new venue, hear some live music from an acoustic guitarist, be entertained by a live DJ, and of course enjoy food and drinks. There will also be a silent auction and prizes so what more can one ask for a night of entertainment.
But it's more than just a party, the theatre is also going to showcase what they do, with a 2006-2007 season preview (a 30-min compilation of scenes from their upcoming 6-show season) and a screening of 3 short films from ensemble members.
Details:
8:00 –9:00 pm - wine and cheese and acoustic music (Brooke Hardman)
9:00 -10:30 - the inventive sounds of DJ Hobbs (open bar, hors d'ouevres)
10:30 - first drawing for prizes
10:45 - season preview
11:30 - second round of prizes
12:00 - silent auction closes
12:00 - short films
The SideFest Benefit will take place at the new Side Project theatre at 1439 W. Jarvis. Tickets for the event are $35 in advance or $45 at the door. More info can be found at www.thesideproject.net or 773-973-2150.
The 2006-2007 Side Project Season includes:
Henry Hettinger (August 19 – September 10)
A man returns to a world that might not still want him and to a life he may or may not want.
Sweet Pretty Love Jam (November 19 – December 17)
A look at dysfunctional siblings, an obscured past & an uncertain future, as the sister finds a new love.
New Orleans (November 16 – December 16)
Tim and Phil discuss art, road-trips, women and life. But what are they talking about?
Thief River (February 22 – March 25, 2007)
The Chicago premiere of Pulitzer Prize-winner Blessing's play about two men and their 53-year relationship shaped by a dark, violent event in their youth.
Also, two more exciting world or local premieres (slated for weeknights in March and weekends in June) will be unveiled at the July 22 SideFest Benefit.