July 26, 2010
Thanks, Cedar Rapids! Our remaining performances of RENT are sold out. All remaining usher spots are also filled.
If you don’t already have a ticket, though, there’s still a way to catch the show before RENT closes July 31: Super rush tickets. We promised weeks ago that we’d always make 21 seats in the front row available for $5 each the night of each show, even if the rest of the performance was sold out. We’re keeping our word!
Before each show from 5:30 to 6:30, enter your name in the lottery. At 6:45, we’ll start drawing names; each person we draw gets to buy up to 2 tickets for $5 each until they’re gone. Good luck! For questions or more info, call 366-8591.
July 26, 2010
“RENT” Broadway star Anthony Rapp answers a question from the stage at TCR.
TCR had a special visitor this weekend: Anthony Rapp, who originated the leading role of Mark in RENT in the première workshop production, on Broadway, in the 2005 film and the 2009 national tour.
Mr. Rapp attended the sold-out Saturday, July 24 performance of RENT at TCR, and commented that the production was “one of the best.” He also gave a post-show talkback, taking questions from the audience.
July 22, 2010
Help us celebrate at this special one-night event!
We’re getting ready to celebrate our first full season back downtown with our Season Kick-Off Gala fundraiser -- and we want you to join us! The Gala, featuring opening night of 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, will take place Friday, Sept. 10, 2010 beginning at 6 p.m.
Join us for this fun-filled event where you can participate in a silent auction in the “Teacher’s Lounge,” enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres in the “Principal’s Office,” or get your “class photo” taken as a souvenir for just $10, complete with glasses and other props. You could even end up onstage as a spelling bee participant in the première performance of 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. read more »
July 16, 2010 by Rob Merritt
Sure, you can get a RENT rush ticket for $12, or even try for our Super Rush lottery tickets for $5. But if you’re looking for a really great deal? See TCR’s production of RENT for free by volunteering to usher! We are in need of extra ushers for all performances, now through July 31. Want to help? Contact Kate Knutson in the box office at kate@theatrecr.org and let her know what night you’d like to sign up. Here’s more info on ushering. Hurry, because there are a limited number of spots and they fill up fast!
July 14, 2010
Following a hugely successful opening weekend, the first reviews of RENT have hit print and online.
Diana Nollen of The Gazette writes, “I still have goosebumps ... This is a production of the highest magnitude.” Read the full review
Matt Falduto of Iowa Theatre Blog writes, “You’ll regret missing this show. No question about it.” Read the full review
