The excitement mounts.  We are just beginning to glimpse the colossal changes as the building really takes shape.  As the infrastructure phase slowly comes to a close, the outline of our new space whets our anticipation for the elegance to come.  It is truly an amazing time.

We have not taken time to offer our gratitude to our amazing construction company, Foothills Commercial Builders, and the hundreds of subcontractors who continue to toil away in shift after double shift in our dark and unheated construction zone as we race toward completion.  Thanks for all you do for us.

Last week we finished most of the drywall installation and set in the large electrical panels and new dimmers to handle the theatrical lighting.  We also began work on our sound system installation and began the acoustical ceiling tiles and completed the tile in the lobby bathrooms.

Planned work this week includes continued installation of our solid walnut wood paneling in the lobby, completion of the all drywall and beginning to paint the interior of our elevator tower – as well as a host of projects on the new mezzanine level and theatre interior.

GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION:

We are delighted to announce that we have received a significant gift from Elaine Wolf for a major renovation of our mainstage theatre space.  The renovation will include a new mezzanine level (adding about 110 seats), a fully accessible row in the orchestra, new stage floor, new electronic marquee, new lobby, new lighting and sound equipment and much more.  Work began in the summer of 2011 and continues through early 2012.  A reminder that we are open for business during the entire construction period!!

As many may already know, our completion date for the theatre has been slightly delayed.  It was our hope to open our new facility with our terrific film festival followed by our children’s theatre production prior to our official grand opening in March.  Due to a delay in pouring the concrete for our mezzanine, we have decided to move our film festival to another venue to insure the best preparation for one of our most important events.  Patrons should note that we are moving our film festival to the elegant Denver Film Center on Colfax (home of the Denver Film Society).  The festival will take place on the same dates with some slight adjustments to some film start times.  Check the website or contact the box office for complete details (303-316-6360).  This change will in no way affect our official grand opening which is still scheduled for March 24, 2012.  We deeply appreciate your understanding and support.

We are excited to announce that our theatre grand opening event will be held on Saturday, March 24 and feature the Grammy award winning group, The Manhattan Transfer.  More details are on our website!

Last week we finished the concrete stairs for the mezzanine level and we continued to work on a vast array of finishes.

Planned work this week includes beginning to rough in the storage rooms upstairs, framing, priming and painting of some areas. We hope to have all drywall completed before the end of the week. We continue to work on electric infrastructure and other foundational items. The lobby is coming along as well as we continue to install our solid oak wood paneling.

GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION:
We are delighted to announce that we have received a significant gift from Elaine Wolf for a major renovation of our mainstage theatre space. The renovation will include a new mezzanine level (adding about 110 seats), a fully accessible row in the orchestra, new stage floor, new electronic marquee, new lobby, new lighting and sound equipment and much more. Work began in the summer of 2011 and continues through early 2012. A reminder that we are open for business during the entire construction period!!

As many may already know, our completion date for the theatre has been slightly delayed. It was our hope to open our new facility with our terrific film festival followed by our children’s theatre production prior to our official grand opening in March. Due to a delay in pouring the concrete for our mezzanine, we have decided to move our film festival to another venue to insure the best preparation for one of our most important events. Patrons should note that we are moving our film festival to the elegant Denver Film Center on Colfax (home of the Denver Film Society). The festival will take place on the same dates with some slight adjustments to some film start times. Check the website or contact the box office for complete details (303-316-6360). This change will in no way affect our official grand opening which is still scheduled for March 24, 2012. We deeply appreciate your understanding and support.

We are excited to announce that our theatre grand opening event will be held on Saturday, March 24 and feature the Grammy award winning group, The Manhattan Transfer. More details are on our website!

560 S. Monaco Pkwy
Denver, CO 80224

American Middle-East Policy and the 2012 Election

Tickets $10 each
Students are FREE
(303) 316-6360

Dr. Bard’s book The Arab Lobby: The Invisible Alliance at Undermines America’s Interests in the Middle East will be available for purchase.

Mitchell Bard is the Executive Director of the nonprofit American-Israeli Cooperative Enterprise (AICE) and a foreign policy analyst who lectures frequently on U.S.-Middle East policy. Dr. Bard is also the director of the Jewish Virtual Library, the world’s most comprehensive online encyclopedia of Jewish history and culture. For three years he was the editor of the Near East Report, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee’s (AIPAC) weekly newsletter on U.S. Middle East policy. Prior to working at AIPAC, Dr. Bard served as an analyst in the polling division of the 1988 Bush campaign. Dr. Bard has appeared on local and national television and radio outlets. His work has been published in academic journals, magazines and major newspapers.

Well, the best laid plans…

As many may already know, our completion date for the theatre has been slightly delayed.  It was our hope to open our new facility with our terrific film festival followed by our children’s theatre production prior to our official grand opening in March.  Due to a delay in pouring the concrete for our mezzanine, we have decided to move our film festival to another venue to insure the best preparation for one of our most important events.  Patrons should note that we are moving our film festival to the elegant Denver Film Center on Colfax (home of the Denver Film Society).  The festival will take place on the same dates with some slight adjustments to some film start times.  Check the website or contact the box office for complete details (303-316-6360).  This change will in no way affect our official grand opening which is still scheduled for March 24, 2012.  We deeply appreciate your understanding and support.

Last week we were able to pour the concrete for the mezzanine level and we are working to begin a vast array of finishes.  Our interior designer is working hard to finalize carpet, paint and a host of finish details for ordering and securing of materials.

Planned work this week includes finishing the stairs on the mezzanine level and beginning to complete drywall, electric infrastructure and other foundational items.  The lobby is coming along as well as we begin to install our solid oak wood paneling.

GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION:

We are delighted to announce that we have received a significant gift from Elaine Wolf for a major renovation of our mainstage theatre space.  The renovation will include a new mezzanine level (adding about 110 seats), a fully accessible row in the orchestra, new stage floor, new electronic marquee, new lobby, new lighting and sound equipment and much more.  Work began in the summer of 2011 and continues through early 2012.  A reminder that we are open for business during the entire construction period!!

We are excited to announce that our theatre grand opening event will be held on Saturday, March 24 and feature the Grammy award winning group, The Manhattan Transfer.

Art Academy Internships (Honorarium: $115/week)

Art Academy Interns assist the instructors in the clay studio, the general art studio and the trailer (which also serves as a general art studio.)  This includes meeting and greeting students as they arrive in the studio, preparing and distributing materials, assisting students one on one after instruction has been given, assisting the clean-up and assisting with breaks and escorting students to the restrooms.  Applicants can indicate on the application form if they have a preference for the clay studio or the general art studio.

The ideal candidate will have experience with art processes and aesthetics and experience working with children in grades 1-6. Previous participation in MACC art classes and an interest in a career in the visual arts or arts education is a plus.  Applicants must be at least 14 by the time they will be interning.

Students must apply to work a minimum of two weeks.  Please specify the weeks available to work and the number of weeks you would ideally like to work.  It is easiest for us to find opportunities for those with the greatest availability and flexibility.  Half day internships and partial week internships are not available.  Internship commitments will be cancelled in the case of classes that do not fill.

Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.; Lunch, 12:15  – 12: 45 p.m.

Theatre Internships (Honorarium: $100/week)
General Qualifications: This year internships will be awarded based on merit, interview and availability. Interviews will be conducted by the production manager and pluss technical director.

1. Age: 14+

2. Availability: There are three available sessions for both internships. Candidate must be available for an entire session to be awarded an internship.

May 29 – July 1 (5 weeks)
July 2 – July 22 (3 weeks)
July 23 – August 12(3 weeks)

These sessions are concurrent with the Mainstage program so that candidates may also participate in a production experience should they choose to do so.

*There is an additional session for the Creative Dramatics Internship at South Campus:

June 4-8, June 18-22, July 30-Aug 3.

3. Interview: Due to the popularity of these internships, we will use an interview process to choose the three students who will be awarded each internship. Every viable candidate, whether they have been awarded an internship in the past, or are a new candidate will be required to participate in the interview process.

Creative Dramatics Internship ($100/wk)
This position works with the Pre-K through third grade. As a Creative Dramatics intern you will assist the instructor by participating in and leading theatre games and art activities. Additional responsibilities include supervising and helping with snack and bathroom breaks, engaging the children in creative play and cleaning up after class.

Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Creative Dramatics Specific Qualifications:
1. Must have two years experience in the Wolf Theatre Academy Mainstage program (Wolf Company Players Productions can be counted but not Pluss workshop classes) OR equivalent experience in a theatre program at junior high or high school.

2. Letter of recommendation from a dance/theatre teacher or mentor from the community.

*There is one extra session for this internship at the South campus, but it will not be a guaranteed internship as these classes did not go last year. The dates are June 4-8, June 18-22, July 30 – Aug. 3.

Pluss Technical Theatre Internship ($100/wk)
As the Pluss technical theatre intern you will be working with the technical theatre director in the Pluss Theatre on week-long performances by third through sixth graders. During the week, it is the interns responsibility to assist the TD with putting together all of the technical elements of the play. The intern may also assist the SM, jumping in to help watch the book, run lines with the students and assist with snack/bathroom breaks. On Sunday, the intern will attend dress rehearsal and performance as part of the running crew.

Dates/Hours:
Weekly, May 29-Aug. 12, Monday through Thursday, 12-6; Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 11:30 a.m. – approx. 7:30 p.m.(curtain down + cleanup)

Tech Theatre Specific Qualifications:
1. Must have two years in the Wolf Theatre Academy Tech program OR equivalent experience in a theatre program with a specific tech emphasis OR a combination of theatre and art in a junior high/high school setting. (Just being in acting classes is not considered tech-experience; two years previous tech intern experience will be commensurate for this year’s applicant only.)

2. Letter of recommendation from an art/theatre teacher or theatre mentor from the community. If the candidate has not participated in the WTA Tech program, this letter needs to include a teachers’ assessment of technical theatre and/or artistic skills as it relates to an aptitude for theatrical design elements.

Click Here to Apply!

There are additional theatre internship opportunities for college age students and those going into their senior year of high school. Please contact the MACC Production Manager at emacintyre@jccdenver.org for more information.

Last week we finished the major steel foundation of our new mezzanine level of seating.  We continued work on the exterior of the stair tower including stonework grouting, glass installation and metal finishes.  We were delayed in the raising of the vertical “WOLF” sign due to the extreme cold early in the week.

Planned work this week includes continued steel work on the floor and decking of the mezzanine as well as electrical, plumbing and heating infrastructure in the theatre.  We are also beginning to rough in our new box office space.

For more construction photos or to see pictures from our groundbreaking ceremony “like” us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/maccjcc

GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION:

We are delighted to announce that we have received a significant gift from Elaine Wolf for a major renovation of our mainstage theatre space.  The renovation will include a new mezzanine level (adding about 120 seats), a fully accessible row in the orchestra, new stage floor, new electronic marquee, new lobby, new lighting and sound equipment and much more.  Work began in the summer of 2011 and continues through early 2012.  A reminder that we are open for business during the entire construction period!!

We are excited to announce that our theatre grand opening event will be held on Saturday, March 24 and feature the Grammy award winning group, The Manhattan Transfer.  Keep an eye on our website for details coming soon!

Last week there were a few challenges as we raised the vertical “WOLF” sign for the first time and the connections were not right – so back to the sign shop for some adjustments.  We did complete most of the grouting on the stonework, the steel foundation for our mezzanine and finished installing the glass in the lower level of our exterior tower.

Planned work this week includes setting glass into the upper portion of the tower, continued steel work on the floor and decking of the mezzanine as well as electrical, plumbing and heating infrastructure in the theatre.  In addition, we do hope to complete the vertical “WOLF” sign on the exterior of the theatre.

For more construction photos or to see pictures from our groundbreaking ceremony “like” us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/maccjcc

GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION:

We are delighted to announce that we have received a significant gift from Elaine Wolf for a major renovation of our mainstage theatre space.  The renovation will include a new mezzanine level (adding about 120 seats), a fully accessible row in the orchestra, new stage floor, new electronic marquee, new lobby, new lighting and sound equipment and much more.  Work began in the summer of 2011 and continues through early 2012.  A reminder that we are open for business during the entire construction period!!

We are excited to announce that our theatre grand opening event will be held on Saturday, March 24 and feature the Grammy award winning group, The Manhattan Transfer.  Keep an eye on our website for details coming soon!

We hope everyone enjoyed a warm and joyous Thanksgiving holiday.

Work last week included the erection of the steel infrastructure that will support the mezzanine.  The stonework was completed and awaits grouting.  Major progress was made on the marquee finish as well as lots of additional infrastructure.

Planned work this week includes beginning to grout the exterior stonework and set glass into the tower, continued steel work on the mezzanine as well as electrical, plumbing and heating infrastructure in the theatre.  In addition, we will erect the signature vertical “WOLF” sign to the exterior of the theatre.

For more construction photos or to see pictures from our groundbreaking ceremony “like” us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/maccjcc

GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION:

We are delighted to announce that we have received a significant gift from Elaine Wolf for a major renovation of our mainstage theatre space.  The renovation will include a new mezzanine level (adding about 120 seats), a fully accessible row in the orchestra, new stage floor, new electronic marquee, new lobby, new lighting and sound equipment and much more.  Work began in the summer of 2011 and continues through early 2012.  A reminder that we are open for business during the entire construction period!!

We are excited to announce that our theatre grand opening event will be held on Saturday, March 24 and feature the Grammy award winning group, The Manhattan Transfer.  Keep an eye on our website for details coming soon!

As the exterior of the building comes further and further into focus, our excitement builds for an extraordinary facility.

Work continued last week as we continued on the erection of the steel infrastructure that will support the mezzanine.  We hope to complete this process by next week.  Major progress was made on the stonework as well as well as lots of “behind the walls” labor.  Note that we have laid over one mile of new conduit and wiring.

Planned work this week includes beginning to grout the exterior stonework and set glass into the tower, continued steel work and beginning to rough in the electrical on the mezzanine as well as electrical, plumbing and heating infrastructure in the theatre.

For more construction photos or to see pictures from our groundbreaking ceremony “like” us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/maccjcc

GENERAL PROJECT INFORMATION:

We are delighted to announce that we have received a significant gift from Elaine Wolf for a major renovation of our mainstage theatre space.  The renovation will include a new mezzanine level (adding about 120 seats), a fully accessible row in the orchestra, new stage floor, new electronic marquee, new lobby, new lighting and sound equipment and much more.  Work began in the summer of 2011 and continues through early 2012.  A reminder that we are open for business during the entire construction period!!

We are excited to announce that our theatre grand opening event will be held on Saturday, March 24 and feature the Grammy award winning group, The Manhattan Transfer.  Keep an eye on our website for details coming soon!