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"DerbyWise" is Rolling On!

We are thrilled to have already kicked - off rehearsals for our new original production "DerbyWise", an all-female show coming to the 10th Ave. Theatre next month!  

In order to get the girls in the spirit of the production- we had to get them into skates!   So we took the cast to the local roller rink to get some practice in. While we obviously wont be able to recreate live Derby bouts in our show, we definitely need to have the ladies on wheels- some of who hadn't been to a rink in years.  It was a lot of fun getting them comfortable, and waking up their skating muscles.  

They did a great job proving that they were all the perfect fit to form our tough as nails Derby team. 

Then, on Wednesday we had the fortunate opportunity to visit the secret home of the San Diego Derby Dolls- the Doll House, where we hosted a reading for the Derby community who we interviewed for the inspiration of the piece.  They provided valuable feedback to increase the authenticity of the play.  

 Photo by: Rich Soublet

We were so glad to hear the laughs from the audience- who many of the characters from the show are based on, and get their seal of approval.  This reading also gave our cast the chance to see the amazing environment that inspired many scenes of the show.  The girls even had a chance to take some pictures there.  

Photo by Rich Soublet

And since we haven't announced this yet on our blog- here is the AWESOME cast of "DerbyWise": (The second name listed is their character's Derby name).   

Samantha Wynn Greenstone.....Erika/ Jezebel

Kat Brown.....Jane/ Iron Maiden

Monique Hanson.....Lana/Lawless

Kathryn Byrd.....Angela/Angel Dust

Kristin McReddie.....Christina/Stab Kill

Jyl Kaneshiro.....Denise/Dee Demolition

Cory Hammond.....Kelly/Cat Scratcher

Tiffany Tang.....Tanya/Amazon

Molly Maslak.....Amanda/The Hammer

Hailee Byrd (Not pictured).....Jill/Craze

Photo by Rich Soublet

Ticket sales are picking up- and for this weekend only we are having an advanced sale!  Enter the code "derbysale" at check-out to get a discount on your tickets, but hurry!  The discount will no longer by available Monday morning!  

 

Click here to get your tickets today!

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Announcing: "DerbyWise"

The all-alpha-female world of the San Diego Derby Darlings can seem like an alternate universe filled with new rules, new names, new spouses, and new identities.  Circle Circle dot dot's latest original production "DerbyWise" is a journey through the eyes of a budding Roller Derby star Erika "Jezebel" Simms, who takes on this new world and all of the complications that this endeavor entails.  Throughout her history as a Darling, Jezebel is faced with much turmoil from her teammates- but it's what's going on within the athlete that sets this story in motion, and asks audiences the question: is it the woman that makes the Derby, or the Derby that makes the woman? 

 

CCdd Artistic Director Katherine Harroff is thrilled to take on "DerbyWise" as a playwright & director after interviewing members of the San Diego Derby Dolls for inspiration. 

 

"I am thrilled that this all-female cast is able to explore a truly character-driven story that gives voice to this powerful, feminine, and in many cases unknown sub-culture.  'DerbyWise' is not a piece about girly-girls.  It's a play about strong women with strong voices finding their place in an aggressive and addictive sport.  These girls are worth fearing and idolizing all at once."  - Katherine Harroff. 

 

*Adult language is used in this production. 

 

WHEN:

Opening: April 6th @ 8pm with post show reception

Show Runs: April 7th- April 20th Thursday-Saturday @ 8pm, Sunday @ 4pm


 

WHERE:
10th Avenue Theatre
930 10th Ave

San Diego, CA 92101


TICKET PRICES: $15, $20, $25


 

HOW TO BUY TICKETS: Tickets for Derbywise are available only at www.circle2dot2.com before the show, or by e-mailing circle@circle2dot2.com for reservations. 

Get your tickets today!  

Cast and crew will be announced soon!  

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Little Blog Break

Hey friends!  We're still basking in the loving glow of success from "San Diego, I Love You" and are taking a little blog break this week.  We'll be back next week as we dive into our next production: "Derbywise". 

Have a great week friends!

 

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Reasons why you shouldn't miss “San Diego, I Love You”

 

Hi all!  This Saturday and Sunday will be the end of our site-specific walking adventure tour: “San Diego, I Love You”.  With many of our showtimes almost or at capacity for this weekend, we’re using today’s blog to coax all of our last-minute ticket buyers to grab the few remaining spots before it’s too late!  So here are a couple of fabulous reasons why procrastination is lame: 

1. Site-specific-ness is the freaking coolest. 

The cat is out of the bag in terms of where our show is happening.  We tried to keep this partially secret, but with all of the pictures and press surrounding this show; it is pretty much known that this tour takes place in several incredible businesses around the Hillcrest neighborhood.  Jake’s on 6th has been our hero- opening their doors early taking us and our audiences in.  But also, Bluestocking Books, The Brass Rail, and Pappalecco have all opened their beautiful doors to us and let our show spread the love all over the place.  It also doesn’t hurt that each of these locations are gorgeous and have awesome things like drinks, food, coffee, and books that you can/should peruse before and after or during our shows.  Hurray for local businesses! 

Photo by Rich Soublet

2. The cast is full of up-and-coming stars, and they BRING IT. 

Seriously.  Every single member of this cast is amazing in this show- and it doesn’t hurt that they are all wonderful people.  There is something so magical about watching these skilled performers acting out these scenes in the “real world”.  They are so close you can touch them.  But don’t.  Because…well that would be distracting. 

Photo by Rich Soublet

3. The story will fill you with joy. 

Playwrights Katherine Harroff and Soroya Rowley worked hard to tell a universal and contemporary love story that was relevant, smart, and yes- incredibly romantic.  You will leave feeling like your heart might explode, and you’ll like it.  Director Patrick Kelly did an excellent job of coaching the actors and staging the scenes in an accessible and whimsical way, almost as if you’re actually viewing an intimate moment right in public.  It’s a delightful journey, and a wonderful way to spend a weekend afternoon. 

Photo by Rich Soublet

4. Because critics and audiences are LOVING it. 

Check out all of our rave reviews: 

Pat Launer, KSDS

James Hebert, U-T San Diego

Jean Lowerson, SDGLN

Bill Eadie, San Diego Story

5. Finally, because you love Circle Circle dot dot. 

And we love you too.  Come indulge in that love with us. 

Xoxo,

Circle Circle dot dot

Photo by Rich Soublet

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"San Diego, I Love You" Commercial!

Hi friends!  

Sam Ginn and Evan Kendig, our awesome commercial team, created this hilarious "San Diego, I Love You" match.com spoof commercial with actors Justin Warren Martin and Delia Knight!  Check it out for a Friday giggle:  

Tomorrow is the big day!  Opening of "San Diego, I Love You"!!  If you're planning on attending, make sure you come to Hillcrest early to find parking.  There is a 0% chance of rain and a 100% chance of lots of fun.  We still have a handful of tickets left for a couple of tours so grab yours before they are gone.  We're so excited to share this show with you all- the critics are loving it, and we're in love with it!  Love!  

Need a little more convincing?  Check out this preview from KPBS's Evening Edition:  

 

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