Starting a Riot
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
By Kayla Diane Sanders
Jackson Hole, Wyo.-In 2002, five motivated artists sat in the town library (until they were kicked out at closing time) to create a nonprofit theater company. These artists wanted more than self-expression; they wanted to create work for themselves on the stage. One of the five artists, Eve Bernfield, wrote in her manifesto, “As humans we tell stories to learn about ourselves, to make sense of our world. This is the life of the theatre.”
Now, eight years later, Riot Act Inc. has made a name for itself in Teton County by providing quality performances at an affordable price. This has been made possible by its close relationship with the community. That relationship continues to build as its upcoming fundraiser, Ignight A Riot, invites Jackson Hole to enjoy a night of live music by the Jason Fritts Trio and an excerpt from the company’s original play, The Bogeyman. While I typically do not condone riots, I will make an exception for this group of ambitious artists since there is beer and live music involved.
“Ignight A Riot” is 7:30 to 11 p.m. August 23 At Ignight Restraunt. $15; $10 advance.
www.riotactinc.org. 203-9067.
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