Photos from PTC’s production of “The Turning Point”

November 3, 2010 Project Theatre No comments
All photography found here (except for the flyer) was done by Marcus Ingram of
 

Flyer for "The Turning Point"

Thomas L. Harris(co-writer and Director) of “The Turning Point”
Entire cast of “The Turning Point” from left-right: Standing- Whitney Phillips, Michael Cochran, James Abbott, DaVon Houston, Justin Vesper, Thomas L. Harris. Sitting- Henrí Franklin, Sarah Troupe, Taylor Butler, Julia Troupe. Kneeling- Don Snipes.

        

(l) Kelly(Taylor Butler); (r) Jackie(Sarah Troupe)

       

Tony(Don Snipes) and Kelly(Taylor Butler) enjoy a precious family moment.

       

(l) Tony(Don Snipes) and his niece (c) Kelly(Taylor Butler) prepare to pose for a pre-prom photo as Kelly’s date (r) Josh(DaVon Houston) looks on in fear of uncle Tony(Don Snipes).

      

Jackie(Sarah Troupe) and husband Tony(Don Snipes) torn apart by agitation for the moment.

      

Kelly(Taylor Butler) listens as Josh(DaVon Houston) explains how hard math is for him.

      

Kelly(Taylor Butler) gets an earful from her uncle Tony(Don Snipes).

      

(c) Grandpa (Justin Vesper) playing Dominos with his best buddies (l) Shooter and (r) Fred (James Abbott and Michael Cochran)

    

(L): Don Snipes, Sarah Troupe, Henrí Franklin (co-writer of "The Turning Point" (R): DaVon Houston and Taylor Butler during rehearsal

 
 
 
 

Tony (Don Snipes) sharing an entertaining moment with his wife Jackie (Sarah Troupe).

 

       

     

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Project Theatre providing inspiration for Detroit Youth!

November 3, 2010 Project Theatre No comments

Check out our most recent article in the Michigan Citizen newspaper written by the talented Jazmine Steele.

Henrí Franklin(fourth from the right) and local youth organization Teen Hype 

http://michigancitizen.com/dettrio-mentors-through-arts-p9140-73.htm

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Auditions for Project Theatre Company’s independent film: Tha Corner.

August 4, 2010 Project Theatre No comments

We are looking for hard working reliable people that are non-union status only. This is not a paying gig. Auditions will be held Thursday Aug 12th, 2010 from 6-8pm in the basement of the Old Main building (4841 Cass, Detroit, MI 48201) on Wayne State University’s campus. If you are interested, please email us at projecttheatre@gmail.com, we will send you a confirmation email with your audition time. Spots are extremely limited. Bring a headshot and resume if possible. No monologues needed for this audition. You will be given sides upon your arrival. You must have an appointment to audition. Thank you.

Synopsis and Character Breakdown

Tha Corner is a gritty story about the reality of young people living in the low income areas of the inner city experiencing political injustice, greed, murder, and family discourse.

Character Breakdown:

Dino- Lead Character, early twenties, nickel and dime hustler, very smart and respectful. Does not swear. Best friend to James.

James- Lead Character, early twenties, wild and out of control no respect for anyone. Best friend to Dino.

TeTe- Dino’s girlfriend. Strong and smart. Good woman for Dino. Early twenties.

Lisa- TeTe’s best friend. Gold digger but has major sex appeal. Physically beautiful. Early twenties.

Bama- Athletic built with southern accent. Ambitious. New on the Narcotics squad. Late twenties.

Country- Tall and big. Crooked Narcotics officer for some years now.

Toni- Dino’s little sister between the age of 16-18. Don’t let the age fool you. She is one of the sexiest girl in the city. Everybody wants her.

Mama- Dino’s mom. Late forties. Passive to her husband but stern with her kids. a traditional house wife.

Dad- Ex-drug dealer. Did some years in the joint. Works 9-5 now. Disappointed and discussed with Dino for following in his footsteps.

Slim- The Head dope man in the city. Late thirties.

Tommy- Slim’s right hand man. Mid thirties.

Fat Mike- Slim’s other right hand man.

Commander- The Commander and Chief of the police force. Hard but wants to make a change in the city. Wants to gain control of the dope distribution in order to eliminate it completely.

Javier- The drug connect for James and Dino.

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Heavy On The Starch

June 4, 2008 Project Theatre No comments

Check out clips from one of our previous shows, “Heavy on the Starch” by Anton Bassey:

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