We wrapped up our final fall showing of "Zombie Texts from the Future" Saturday night, again with a delightful audience and wonderful dancing as part of the show, courtesy of Amy & David Loomis and Gretchen Corona, representing Swing Dance WVU.
Swing Dance WVU is one of Morgantown's "best kept secrets," a positive, inclusive dance community and culture.
Join Swing Dance WVU's Facebook page to get all the updates on their lessons and weekly dances that are open to the community.
Here's more info. from Swing Dance WVU's Facebook group page:
Swing Dance WVU is one of Morgantown's "best kept secrets," a positive, inclusive dance community and culture.
Join Swing Dance WVU's Facebook page to get all the updates on their lessons and weekly dances that are open to the community.
Here's more info. from Swing Dance WVU's Facebook group page:
We are a growing group of swing dancers in Morgantown. We hold dance lessons followed by social dancing weekly on Thursdays during the school year, 8pm-10pm. We meet in Room 426A on the second floor of the WVU Creative Arts Center, 1 Fine Arts Drive, Morgantown 26505.
Beginners, intermediate, and expert dancers are all equally welcome! Join this group to stay updated with events we host and for meeting locations. This is your swing dance-related bulletin board. No partner required.
Amy, David and Gretchen added a fun social element to "Zombie Texts." Audience enjoyed their dancing. Dance helped us add a fun social aspect to "Zombie Texts" (a fictional "zombie dance" is mentioned in the play & Swing Dance WVU just wrapped up their own costume-themed Halloween dance.)
My goal all along with "Zombie Texts" was to write a fast-paced, fun show that was an hour or less so that the show could be combined with other community artists and groups who might like to participate. I was thrilled when Swing Dance WVU signed on to share their dancing.
Just off the top of my head, other friends who joined us for the last showings of "Zombie Texts" included:
Dan, the author of "Diner Poems," is a longtime friend and active member of Morgantown Poets. I also know Dan through the Morgantown Writers Group (MWG), a community literary group led by George Lies and Patricia Patteson, which generally meets at 6:30 p.m. on certain Tuesdays at Morgantown Public Library.
MWG has been promoting literature in the Morgantown area for more than 20 years, a bedrock for many of us local writers.
MWG workshops fresh drafts & promotes literature in the community through special events, including workshops by established writers and readings.
Dan is hard at work right now promoting the forthcoming "Diner Stories" anthology to be published by Mountain State Press. (Thanks also to Cat Pleska and everyone involved with Mountain State Press...) Dan, along with many talented regional and West Virginia authors (go here for full list) will have stories published in this special, new anthology.
I'm looking forward to reading the stories of the many talented featured anthology authors. I'm thankful that my newest short story, "Is Freedom on the Menu?" will be among this literature.
"Is Freedom on the Menu?" about an aging civil rights activist returning with her daughter to the diner where she staged a sit-in, has become, hands down, the best short story I've written so far. This story wouldn't have been written without Dan sharing his amazing diner poems, his inspiration and encouragement. Dan expanded my mind on the power of setting, in this case, diners, meaning all the Americana-history-era surrounding these social gathering places. Thanks Dan for gently pushing me to write something different and to try something new.
Be sure to "Like" Dan's "Diner Stories: Off the Menu" Facebook page, so you will get the latest updates, West Virginia authors' story excerpts and more: Type "Diner Stories: Off the Menu" into Facebook's search or go to: https://www.facebook.com/dinerstoriesoffthemenu.
As a former West Virginia journalist myself, I enjoy staying up to date on Daleen Berry's work. I have a copy of her outstanding book, "Sister of Silence," and I frequently read Daleen's timely, well-thought-out blog posts regarding news and important social issues athttp://www.daleenberry.com.
Notably, this past September, I heard Daleen and co-author Geoffrey Fuller discuss their book, "Pretty Little Killers: The Truth Behind the Savage Murder of Skylar Neese."
I want to thank Daleen for sharing our Facebook event telling folks about our community play and especially for joining us Saturday evening. I respect Daleen's work and her opinion/feedback, so was very glad she could join us. With Thanksgiving on its way, I'm also thankful us authors could enjoy a few lighthearted laughs together this fall...
I recently met Michael Nikolaus, "Mike," at one of our local churches where he is active spending time with and helping folks in the community. Mike generously shared with me (and signed) his book, "Tugs of War: Using The Spiritual Wisdom Of The Ages To Get Centered When Life Is Pulling Us Apart."
I'm well into the first half of the book. Along with Mike's experiences in his life and ministry, "Tugs of War" also references spiritual text and cites thoughtful authors such as M. Scott Peck.
What I love about Mike's book is the meaningful spiritual sense of love and inclusiveness he is encouraging us to live by.
"Tugs of War" examines issues we all deal with such as pride and humility, living in the now while also learning from the past and much more. I highly recommend Mike's book for anyone like me who is seeking to conduct important and ongoing work on one's spiritual side.
Many thanks to David Bruffy for attending the show... I've enjoyed seeing Dave's amazing photography at his studio/gallery on the second floor of Monongalia Arts Center. Dave's always taken the time to talk about his art, his travels and experiences. Mark your calendars! Smoke N Mirrors Photography is hosting the opening reception for Bare Form 2014, beginning at 5:30 p.m. this coming Friday, Nov. 7, at the MAC.
Again, my tremendous appreciation to the ENTIRE cast and crew of "Zombie Texts from the Future," with special thanks to director Mara Monaghan and MACPlayers. I appreciate EVERYONE who joined us & happy we could all share some much needed laughs.
Writing-wise, I plan to be working on a new script over the next couple of months and hopefully, we can put another fun, unique show together soon. Which would YOU rather see? Another comedy? Or a drama? Leave your vote in the comment section below!
If you're interested in seeing "Zombie Texts" again some time in the future, or if you are interested in a sequel, let me know. Can't make any promises right now, but if there is continued interest, I'll see what I can do.
If you are involved with or know of any theaters or directors who might be interested in taking a look at the hilarious "Zombie Texts" script, email me at twebb4502@gmail.com or hit me up at my author's page on Facebook.
Theater recommendations for submitting the script are welcome, as arecritiques, feedback and direct criticism are always welcome from the audience regarding specific lines, scenes, plot, etc., or what can be improved.
In the meantime, check out my current list of e-books, bookmark & stay tuned to theodorewebb.com for more stories, reviews and updates in the poetry, fiction, theater and other worlds...
My goal all along with "Zombie Texts" was to write a fast-paced, fun show that was an hour or less so that the show could be combined with other community artists and groups who might like to participate. I was thrilled when Swing Dance WVU signed on to share their dancing.
Just off the top of my head, other friends who joined us for the last showings of "Zombie Texts" included:
- Poet and short story writer Daniel McTaggart.
Dan, the author of "Diner Poems," is a longtime friend and active member of Morgantown Poets. I also know Dan through the Morgantown Writers Group (MWG), a community literary group led by George Lies and Patricia Patteson, which generally meets at 6:30 p.m. on certain Tuesdays at Morgantown Public Library.
MWG has been promoting literature in the Morgantown area for more than 20 years, a bedrock for many of us local writers.
MWG workshops fresh drafts & promotes literature in the community through special events, including workshops by established writers and readings.
Dan is hard at work right now promoting the forthcoming "Diner Stories" anthology to be published by Mountain State Press. (Thanks also to Cat Pleska and everyone involved with Mountain State Press...) Dan, along with many talented regional and West Virginia authors (go here for full list) will have stories published in this special, new anthology.
I'm looking forward to reading the stories of the many talented featured anthology authors. I'm thankful that my newest short story, "Is Freedom on the Menu?" will be among this literature.
"Is Freedom on the Menu?" about an aging civil rights activist returning with her daughter to the diner where she staged a sit-in, has become, hands down, the best short story I've written so far. This story wouldn't have been written without Dan sharing his amazing diner poems, his inspiration and encouragement. Dan expanded my mind on the power of setting, in this case, diners, meaning all the Americana-history-era surrounding these social gathering places. Thanks Dan for gently pushing me to write something different and to try something new.
Be sure to "Like" Dan's "Diner Stories: Off the Menu" Facebook page, so you will get the latest updates, West Virginia authors' story excerpts and more: Type "Diner Stories: Off the Menu" into Facebook's search or go to: https://www.facebook.com/dinerstoriesoffthemenu.
- Award-winning author, freelance writer and speaker Daleen Berry.
As a former West Virginia journalist myself, I enjoy staying up to date on Daleen Berry's work. I have a copy of her outstanding book, "Sister of Silence," and I frequently read Daleen's timely, well-thought-out blog posts regarding news and important social issues athttp://www.daleenberry.com.
Notably, this past September, I heard Daleen and co-author Geoffrey Fuller discuss their book, "Pretty Little Killers: The Truth Behind the Savage Murder of Skylar Neese."
I want to thank Daleen for sharing our Facebook event telling folks about our community play and especially for joining us Saturday evening. I respect Daleen's work and her opinion/feedback, so was very glad she could join us. With Thanksgiving on its way, I'm also thankful us authors could enjoy a few lighthearted laughs together this fall...
- Rev. Michael Nikolaus, speaker, author and friend to the community
I recently met Michael Nikolaus, "Mike," at one of our local churches where he is active spending time with and helping folks in the community. Mike generously shared with me (and signed) his book, "Tugs of War: Using The Spiritual Wisdom Of The Ages To Get Centered When Life Is Pulling Us Apart."
I'm well into the first half of the book. Along with Mike's experiences in his life and ministry, "Tugs of War" also references spiritual text and cites thoughtful authors such as M. Scott Peck.
What I love about Mike's book is the meaningful spiritual sense of love and inclusiveness he is encouraging us to live by.
"Tugs of War" examines issues we all deal with such as pride and humility, living in the now while also learning from the past and much more. I highly recommend Mike's book for anyone like me who is seeking to conduct important and ongoing work on one's spiritual side.
- David Bruffy, Smoke N Mirrors Photography
Many thanks to David Bruffy for attending the show... I've enjoyed seeing Dave's amazing photography at his studio/gallery on the second floor of Monongalia Arts Center. Dave's always taken the time to talk about his art, his travels and experiences. Mark your calendars! Smoke N Mirrors Photography is hosting the opening reception for Bare Form 2014, beginning at 5:30 p.m. this coming Friday, Nov. 7, at the MAC.
Again, my tremendous appreciation to the ENTIRE cast and crew of "Zombie Texts from the Future," with special thanks to director Mara Monaghan and MACPlayers. I appreciate EVERYONE who joined us & happy we could all share some much needed laughs.
Writing-wise, I plan to be working on a new script over the next couple of months and hopefully, we can put another fun, unique show together soon. Which would YOU rather see? Another comedy? Or a drama? Leave your vote in the comment section below!
If you're interested in seeing "Zombie Texts" again some time in the future, or if you are interested in a sequel, let me know. Can't make any promises right now, but if there is continued interest, I'll see what I can do.
If you are involved with or know of any theaters or directors who might be interested in taking a look at the hilarious "Zombie Texts" script, email me at twebb4502@gmail.com or hit me up at my author's page on Facebook.
Theater recommendations for submitting the script are welcome, as arecritiques, feedback and direct criticism are always welcome from the audience regarding specific lines, scenes, plot, etc., or what can be improved.
In the meantime, check out my current list of e-books, bookmark & stay tuned to theodorewebb.com for more stories, reviews and updates in the poetry, fiction, theater and other worlds...
Click pic to read more! THEODORE WEBB, co-founded Morgantown Poets. Teenagers battle constant surveillance in Webb’s “The STARLING Connection.” “Family Hour,” depicts cubicle imprisonment. A returning vet takes action in “Desperate Engine.” Free samples: http://www.amazon.com/Theodore-Webb/e/B009KLU5IW/ref=ntt_dp_epwbk_0 “Is Freedom on the Menu?” will be published in “Diner Stories” by Mountain State Press. Webb's latest poetry book, "Poems for Poets," is available through Passive Terrain Press. His zombie comedy-mystery ("zom-com") "Zombie Texts from the Future" will be performed at 8 p.m. Oct. 29-Nov. 1, 2014 at Monongalia Arts Center, Morgantown, West Virginia. Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/theodorewebbauthor; Twitter @theodoretedwebb
