MESA, Arizona -- October 12, 2016 -- Mesa Community College has partnered with The National Theatre in London to bring six of its “National Theatre Live” broadcasts to the MCC Theatre this fall.
“We are very excited to bring these world-class national productions to Mesa,” said Christopher Tubilewicz, venue manager for the MCC Theatre. “The MCC Theatre was propelled into the 21st century when it underwent renovations in 2012. The renovations and technology upgrades have made this partnership possible allowing MCC Theatre & Film Arts to bring these theatre experiences to our students and our community.”
The first NT Live screening will be “Frankenstein” (Oct. 28, 7:30 p.m.). Future screenings will include “A View from the Bridge” (Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m.), “The Audience” (Nov. 8, 7:30), “War Horse” (Dec. 16, 7:30 p.m.), “One Man, Two Guvnors” (Dec. 17, 2 p.m.), and “Hamlet” (Dec. 17, 7:30 p.m.). MCC Theatre & Film Arts will continue to bring additional NT Live screenings to MCC as content becomes available.
Films are not child appropriate, most are geared toward audiences 16 years and older. Additional information on each show, including directors, lead roles, story lines and critic reviews, are available at messacc.edu/arts.
Screenings will take place at the MCC Theatre (1833 W. Southern Ave., Mesa); patrons should use the Solar Way entrance east off Dobson Road for easy access.
Reserve a seat by calling the MCC Box Office at 480-461-7171, online at mesacc.edu/arts or purchase a ticket at the door. Tickets: $15 general public, $9 for students and seniors.
Each NT Live production is filmed in front of a live audience with cameras strategically positioned throughout the auditorium to ensure future cinema audiences enjoy the "best seat in the house" experience for each production.
National Theatre Live is a ground-breaking project to broadcast world-class theatre to cinemas in the United Kingdom and internationally. NT Live launched in June 2009 with a broadcast of the National Theatre production of Phèdre with Helen Mirren. They’ve since broadcast more than 40 other productions live, from both the National Theatre and from other theatres in the UK. The broadcasts have now been experienced by over 5.5 million people in over 2,000 venues around the world, including over 650 venues in the UK alone.
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Media Contact:
Dawn Zimmer, dawn.zimmer@mesacc.edu, 480-461-7892
Box Office & Tickets:
Marisa Estrada, Box Office Coordinator, marisa.estrada@mesacc.edu, 480-461-7172
Theatre News & Information:
Kevin Dressler, Director of Theatre Activities, kevin.dressler@mesacc.edu, 480-461-7538
About MCC Theatre & Film Arts Department
Theatrical education provides a valuable base from which to launch careers in film, television, stage, management, marketing, advertising, law, politics, theology, social work, and therapeutic fields, among others. The department provides its students with opportunities to work with industry professionals from across the country. Students have the opportunities to act, design, write, direct and crew a variety of productions. Please visit mesacc.edu/theatre to learn more.
About Mesa Community College
Mesa Community College is nationally recognized for its service-learning, civic engagement and innovative educational programs, which include university transfer, career and technical, workforce development, and lifelong learning. Host to 40,000 students annually, MCC offers more than 195 degree and certificate programs at its two campuses and additional locations. MCC’s student body hails predominantly from the East Valley of Phoenix and includes Veteran, American Indian and International students who enrich the learning experience. Award-winning faculty are dedicated to student success providing the education and training that empowers MCC students to compete locally and globally. Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2015, MCC is one of 10 colleges that comprise the Maricopa County Community College District. The District also includes the Maricopa Corporate College and two skill centers. For additional information, visit mesacc.edu.
Mesa Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association (NCA) http://www.ncahlc.org
The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is an EEO/AA institution and an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.