815.356.9212

26 N Williams Street Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Scripts for the Screens (Adults: 18+)

Scripts for the Screens (Adult Screenwriting Class) Ages: 18+ Teacher: David Bradburn Day of the Week: Wednesdays for 4-weeks Time: 6:30 – 8:00 PM Dates: Wednesday, May 1st thru Wednesday, May 22nd  Location: St. Mary’s Episcopal Church 210 McHenry Ave Crystal Lake, Il 60014 Studio R Cost: $250 | RaueNow Family: $187.50** Let’s get the pen moving.  Students will focus on getting the pen,metaphorical or otherwise, moving through writing exercises, free writing, and feedback.  Thegoal of the class is to add to the writer’s toolbox in order to write the scripts without having towait on a fickle muse. This class will help all those enrolled to find and channel their owninspiration. Students should be prepared to: Bring a computer, tablet, pen and paper, or whatever modality ofwriting you prefer.David Bradburn – Writer/Director – Whether he’s serving as writer, producer, or director, Bradburn wants to do little more than just make movies. His directorial approach draws on his 20 years’ worth of experience as a high school English teacher and focuses on collaboration and inclusion. His leadership and focus inspire his cast and crew’s motivation to realize his creative vision. Bradburn’s films have appeared in over 70 film festivals worldwide, Amazon, cable, and PBS.   *Minimum Enrollment required for Class to run.** Multiple student discount available via Box Office __ Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW  Family Member to save up to 25% on your enrollment! Processing Fee – A $3 per ticket charge for all purchasing to support the software that enables online ticket sales. REFUND POLICY- In the event that your child cannot participate in the class after you have registered, Raue Center will issue a 50% refund of your registration fee up to two weeks before the start date. After this time period, if your child cannot participate in the class we will refund you 50% of your total fee in the form of a Raue Center gift certificate, redeemable for any upcoming RCSA Class within a year of cancellation, or can be used at Raue Center for tickets, etc. (restrictions may apply). Day of/ after the start of Class drops will not be refunded.  Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org or reach out to RCSAEducation@rauecenter.org. Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.

Basic Improv for Adults

 Basic Improv for Adults  Ages: 18+ Teacher: Miriam Naponelli Day of the Week: Tuesdays for 4-weeks Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM Dates: Tuesday, April 30th thru Tuesday, May 21st  Location: St. Mary’s Episcopal Church 210 McHenry Ave Crystal Lake, Il 60014 Cost: $300 Hone your skills and build your confidence on stage with this beginner’s improv class. This four-week class will take students through the fundamental tools and skills of improvisational comedy. Through group play, students will learn what it takes to create scenes that are not only funny but smart and dynamic. Through exercises, we will explore ways to create environments in which creativity and improvisational freedom can thrive. Class will finish with a short showcase for friends and family. Improv Fundamentals include:Yes, and, CROW, Questions kill, Specifics, Specifics, SpecificsMiriam Naponelli is a graduate from The Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University with a BFA in Acting. Since graduating, Miriam has made a career in theater administration working as the Director of Marketing at Spotlight Youth Theater then at Raue Center for the Arts. Miriam is no stranger to theater education as she has taught improv as well as character acting for several youth theater companies.Miriam has been an ensemble member of GreenRoom Improv for the past 13 years. She is proudly represented by Lily’s Talent.Her recent theater credits include; WSRep: Sylvia (Sylvia), WSRep: Picasso at the Lapin Agile (Suzanne/Countess/Admirer). Other credits include, AT&T Cool Factor (Susan, Host).  *Minimum Enrollment required for Class to run. __ Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW  Family Member to save up to 25% on your enrollment! Processing Fee – A $3 per ticket charge for all purchasing to support the software that enables online ticket sales. REFUND POLICY- In the event that your child cannot participate in the class after you have registered, Raue Center will issue a 50% refund of your registration fee up to two weeks before the start date. After this time period, if your child cannot participate in the class we will refund you 50% of your total fee in the form of a Raue Center gift certificate, redeemable for any upcoming RCSA Class within a year of cancellation, or can be used at Raue Center for tickets, etc. (restrictions may apply). Day of/ after the start of Class drops will not be refunded.  Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org or reach out to RCSAEducation@rauecenter.org. Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.

Film and TV On-Camera Acting Masterclass

Film & TV On-Camera Acting Masterclass with Austin & Colleen Basis Tuition:  Participant: $100 | RaueNOW Family Member: $75*Observer (includes student age 7-13): $35 | RNFamilly $26.25* Take your technique from stage to screen. This 2-day, in-person workshop will cover the basics of screen acting from understanding key on-set terminology to performing for the camera.    Saturday, March 9: 11 AM – 2 PM Sunday, March 10: 11 AM – 3 PM   Participants: Ages 14 – 18  Observers: Ages 7 + (those under 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult) (10-12 participating students max. Unlimited observing students.)   All attendees will learn the fundamentals of working on camera including: Framing Marks Script & Film Terminology Self-Tape Basics And MORE! Participants will get to: Run through a typical self-tape session with each student including Set up tripod, camera/phone, and reader Set marks and eyelines  Refine framing, blocking, and action  Rehearse and record scene 

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65* Prepare for an unforgettable evening filled with irreverent humor, insightful social commentary, and divine revelations. ‘An Act of God’ is an audacious comedy that might make you clutch your pearls and shout, “Amen!” In this comedic adventure, God humorously tackles the Ten Commandments, using a mortal form to deliver His message, tweaking the Commandments for today’s world and retelling some of the Bible’s greatest hits, with a twist and setting us straight. God challenges mortal assumptions, navigating religious doctrine, moral dilemmas, and human flaws with biting satire and gleeful irreverence. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the Almighty’s outrageous reflections on creation, faith, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Get your tickets now for a show that promises to entertain, inspire, and provoke. Content Warning: Contains strong adult language and some sexual content.Recommended: 16+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65* Prepare for an unforgettable evening filled with irreverent humor, insightful social commentary, and divine revelations. ‘An Act of God’ is an audacious comedy that might make you clutch your pearls and shout, “Amen!” In this comedic adventure, God humorously tackles the Ten Commandments, using a mortal form to deliver His message, tweaking the Commandments for today’s world and retelling some of the Bible’s greatest hits, with a twist and setting us straight. God challenges mortal assumptions, navigating religious doctrine, moral dilemmas, and human flaws with biting satire and gleeful irreverence. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the Almighty’s outrageous reflections on creation, faith, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Get your tickets now for a show that promises to entertain, inspire, and provoke. Content Warning: Contains strong adult language and some sexual content.Recommended: 16+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65* Prepare for an unforgettable evening filled with irreverent humor, insightful social commentary, and divine revelations. ‘An Act of God’ is an audacious comedy that might make you clutch your pearls and shout, “Amen!” In this comedic adventure, God humorously tackles the Ten Commandments, using a mortal form to deliver His message, tweaking the Commandments for today’s world and retelling some of the Bible’s greatest hits, with a twist and setting us straight. God challenges mortal assumptions, navigating religious doctrine, moral dilemmas, and human flaws with biting satire and gleeful irreverence. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the Almighty’s outrageous reflections on creation, faith, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Get your tickets now for a show that promises to entertain, inspire, and provoke. Content Warning: Contains strong adult language and some sexual content.Recommended: 16+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65* Prepare for an unforgettable evening filled with irreverent humor, insightful social commentary, and divine revelations. ‘An Act of God’ is an audacious comedy that might make you clutch your pearls and shout, “Amen!” In this comedic adventure, God humorously tackles the Ten Commandments, using a mortal form to deliver His message, tweaking the Commandments for today’s world and retelling some of the Bible’s greatest hits, with a twist and setting us straight. God challenges mortal assumptions, navigating religious doctrine, moral dilemmas, and human flaws with biting satire and gleeful irreverence. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the Almighty’s outrageous reflections on creation, faith, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Get your tickets now for a show that promises to entertain, inspire, and provoke. Content Warning: Contains strong adult language and some sexual content.Recommended: 16+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65* Prepare for an unforgettable evening filled with irreverent humor, insightful social commentary, and divine revelations. ‘An Act of God’ is an audacious comedy that might make you clutch your pearls and shout, “Amen!” In this comedic adventure, God humorously tackles the Ten Commandments, using a mortal form to deliver His message, tweaking the Commandments for today’s world and retelling some of the Bible’s greatest hits, with a twist and setting us straight. God challenges mortal assumptions, navigating religious doctrine, moral dilemmas, and human flaws with biting satire and gleeful irreverence. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the Almighty’s outrageous reflections on creation, faith, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Get your tickets now for a show that promises to entertain, inspire, and provoke. Content Warning: Contains strong adult language and some sexual content.Recommended: 16+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65*    Based on a satirical book and Twitter account, An Act of God is a 90-minute conversation in which God will reveal the mysteries of the Bible and answer some of the greatest existential questions that plague mankind.   Recommended: 13+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the online ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65*    Based on a satirical book and Twitter account, An Act of God is a 90-minute conversation in which God will reveal the mysteries of the Bible and answer some of the greatest existential questions that plague mankind.   Recommended: 13+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the online ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65*    Based on a satirical book and Twitter account, An Act of God is a 90-minute conversation in which God will reveal the mysteries of the Bible and answer some of the greatest existential questions that plague mankind.   Recommended: 13+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the online ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65*    Based on a satirical book and Twitter account, An Act of God is a 90-minute conversation in which God will reveal the mysteries of the Bible and answer some of the greatest existential questions that plague mankind.   Recommended: 13+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the online ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65*   Prepare for an unforgettable evening filled with irreverent humor, insightful social commentary, and divine revelations. ‘An Act of God’ is an audacious comedy that might make you clutch your pearls and shout, “Amen!” In this comedic adventure, God humorously tackles the Ten Commandments, using a mortal form to deliver His message, tweaking the Commandments for today’s world and retelling some of the Bible’s greatest hits, with a twist and setting us straight. God challenges mortal assumptions, navigating religious doctrine, moral dilemmas, and human flaws with biting satire and gleeful irreverence. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the Almighty’s outrageous reflections on creation, faith, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Get your tickets now for a show that promises to entertain, inspire, and provoke. Content Warning: Contains strong adult language and some sexual content.Recommended: 16+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

An Act of God

An Act of God by David Javerbaum  directed by Pat Henderson   TICKETS:  Tickets: $39.50 RaueNOW: $27.65*   Prepare for an unforgettable evening filled with irreverent humor, insightful social commentary, and divine revelations. ‘An Act of God’ is an audacious comedy that might make you clutch your pearls and shout, “Amen!” In this comedic adventure, God humorously tackles the Ten Commandments, using a mortal form to deliver His message, tweaking the Commandments for today’s world and retelling some of the Bible’s greatest hits, with a twist and setting us straight. God challenges mortal assumptions, navigating religious doctrine, moral dilemmas, and human flaws with biting satire and gleeful irreverence. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the Almighty’s outrageous reflections on creation, faith, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Get your tickets now for a show that promises to entertain, inspire, and provoke. Content Warning: Contains strong adult language and some sexual content.Recommended: 16+ —— Don’t forget to become a RaueNOW Member to save up to 30% on 2 of your tickets!   *Prices vary according to zone. Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Processing Fee – A $4 per ticket charge to support the ticketing software. Facility Fee – A $8 per order charge that helps operate and invest back in our historic venue. Premium Seat Fee – $6 Premium seat fee is based on location/additional leg room and indicated with a light blue color on the seating chart.  Patron Code of Conduct: Be courteous to those around you. Inform staff if you feel or observe any harassment. We reserve the right to remove any guest at any time. For more information, please visit rauecenter.org.   Questions? Please contact our Box Office at 815-356-9212; boxoffice@rauecenter.org   Raue Center For The Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of all through the arts.  

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