SPECIAL OFFERS FOR THE WORLD PREMIERE OF THE PEOPLE’S TEMPLE Opportunities for teens, families, groups and theatre lovers of all ages BERKELEY CA, MARCH 30, 2005 Berkeley Repertory Theatre is proud to announce several special offers in association with the world premiere of The People’s Temple. The following events for families, teens and theatre lovers of any age are associated with specific performances and require ticket purchase: • Friday, April 15, 6 PM: Target® Teen Night at the Rep includes dinner, a preview performance and a behind-the-scenes discussion with a member of the artistic team ($5–$20 for teens). • Sunday, May 1, NOON–6 PM: Target® Play Date allows parents to attend a discounted matinee while their kids enjoy six hours of supervised activities at the Berkeley YMCA. It’s less than the cost of a babysitter, plus 45% off the regular ticket price ($25 per ticket and $20 per child at the YMCA)! • Thursday, May 5; Tuesday, May 17 and Friday, May 20: Purchase of a seat to the 8 PM performance includes a post-play discussion with members of the cast and the writing team ($43–$49). There are also special opportunities for groups: • Groups of six or more can access Berkeley Rep’s new docent program. If you provide the location, Berkeley Rep will provide a trained docent. The docent will bring everything you need for an informal presentation and engaging conversation about this daring show. Each visit lasts about an hour, and can be scheduled for either before or after you see the show. Docents are free for patrons of The People’s Temple. To arrange a visit, call the box office at 510.647.2949. • Groups of 15 or more can receive substantial discounts on tickets. Post-play discussions, tours or receptions may also be arranged for your group. Contact Emily Fleisher, group services coordinator, at 510.647.2918 or groups@berkeleyrep.org. The People’s Temple is a theatrical exploration of the roots, the rise and the tragic demise in Jonestown, Guyana of the movement led by the Reverend Jim Jones. The show is directed by Leigh Fondakowski, best known for her work on The Laramie Project, a groundbreaking play that received its West Coast premiere at Berkeley Rep in 2001. The script was written by Ms. Fondakowski with Greg Pierotti, Stephen Wangh and Margo Hall, and the show is presented by Berkeley Repertory Theatre in association with Z Space Studio. Performed in The Roda Theatre at Berkeley Rep, The People’s Temple begins previews on April 15, opens on April 20 and closes May 29, 2005. For tickets or information, call 510.647.2949 or toll-free at 1.888.4BRTTix—or simply visit www.berkeleyrep.org. CALENDAR EDITORS, please note WHO: Local teens WHAT: Target® Teen Night at the Rep, including dinner, a preview performance and a behind-the-scenes discussion with a member of the artistic team WHERE: Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre, 2015 Addison Street at Shattuck, Downtown Berkeley WHEN: Friday, April 15, 6 PM, including an 8 PM performance of The People’s Temple HOW MUCH: $5 for members of Berkeley Rep’s Teen Council; $20 for all other teens INFO & TIX: 510.647.2978, school@berkeleyrep.org or www.berkeleyrep.org WHO: Local parents and their children WHAT: Target® Play Date, parents enjoy a discounted matinee at Berkeley Rep while their kids enjoy six hours of supervised activities at the Berkeley YMCA WHERE: Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre, 2015 Addison Street at Shattuck, Downtown Berkeley Berkeley YMCA, 2001 Allston Way at Shattuck, Downtown Berkeley WHEN: Sunday, May 1, NOON–6 PM, including a 2 PM matinee of The People’s Temple HOW MUCH: $20 per child to the YMCA and a discounted ticket rate to Berkeley Rep ($25)—less than the cost of a babysitter, plus 45% off the regular ticket price! INFO & TIX: 510.647.2949 or www.berkeleyrep.org WHO: Theatre lovers WHAT: Performances with post-show discussions: participate in a conversation about The People’s Temple with members of the cast and the writing team WHERE: Berkeley Rep’s Roda Theatre, 2015 Addison Street at Shattuck, Downtown Berkeley WHEN & HOW MUCH: Thursday, May 5, 8 PM ($43); Tuesday, May 17, 8 PM ($43); Friday, May 20, 8 PM ($49) INFO & TIX: 510.647.2949 or www.berkeleyrep.org Media contact: Terence Keane 510.647.2917, tkeane@berkeleyrep.org BACK TO TOP