the play

the who, what, when & where

A Redhead, A Blond, & A Brunette
Crazy Girl Productions Presents
An Original Play By: Elizabeth Klingele
Directed By:
Bryan Beasley

June 26th - 29th
8PM Thurs - Sat
2PM Sun

The Ruby Theater
@ The Complex
6476 Santa Monica Blvd,
(@ Wilcox)
Hollywood, CA 90038

Reservations: (310) 203-1595
www.RBandB.com

Cast: Elizabeth Klingele, Magda Molina,
Janan Raouf*, Ian Michaels, and John Bennett.

Set Design: Leighanne Haddock

Stage Manager: Sabrina Adu-Hamdeh

*Member of Actors' Equity Association

synopsis
This story chronicles the lives of three very different women with three very similar struggles. Red, Barbie and Mary must deal with negative physical stereotypes, something we all encounter sooner or later. These women go through life struggling to accept themselves and each other regardless of their differences. This play is a reminder not to take ourselves too seriously, that we should never allow society’s opinions to dictate who we are and who we will become.
biographies
CRAZY GIRL PRODUCTIONS
A production company of performers and writers with the desire not only to entertain but also to showcase our talents. This is a brand new company formed by Elizabeth Klingele with the intent of producing many more stage plays both old and new. The next project on our plate is the play "And then there were none" based on the Agatha Christie novel "Ten Little Indians". Our intention is to provide a fun, hardworking environment filled with good people who are interested in growing within the entertainment industry. We've put together a group of professional actors and crew and secured a wonderful performance space the Ruby Theater at the Complex where we look forward to supplying Los Angeles with continued fun, excitement and pure theatrical entertainment.

ELIZABETH KLINGELE
(Writer, Producer, Playing Red "Redhead" McGee)

Elizabeth Klingele grew up in Belleville, Illinois and attended college at the University of Kansas. The majority of her roots do come from the mid-west, however she feels very much at home in Los Angeles. The character of Red is very dear to her as are all of the characters in the play because they are her creation. She is very thankful to the numerous friends and family members who have supported her and given her the courage to bring these characters to life. But she is especially thankful to the rest of the cast and to the director Bryan Beasley for their time, patience, support and most of all their friendship. She hopes you enjoy your evening and have a few laughs at her expense.

BRYAN BEASLEY
(Director)

Bryan was raised in Oklahoma City, OK and graduated in ’96 from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. His senior thesis film, “Key To The Crime”, had a prosperous run on the short film festival circuit. In addition to his studies at NYU, Bryan was fortunate enough to work for Sigourney Weavers’ production company. Since relocating to Los Angeles in 1997, he has worked in television for Viacom Productions; "Diagnosis Murder" and "Sabrina, the Teenage Witch". In 1998 Bryan established Eighth Day Production L.L.C. (EDP). Eighth Day is focused on independent film, music and photography. The short films, “Experiencing Raju” and "Sisyphus Rocks" both toured the country's film festival circuit. "Experiencing Raju" won the prestigious Silver Star at Houston Worldfest. EDP is currently promoting rising rock bands “The Spicy Rizzaks” and “Fletcher” who have played at such world famous venues as New York City’s CBGB’s and Los Angeles’ The Whiskey a Go-Go. Last summer Bryan was back in NYC to direct the hip play "HurlyBurly" which open to great reviews and had a healthy run at The Mint Theater. Recently, he finished directing the new music video from Fletcher; the hit single "Sidewalks & Limousines". Finally, Bryan is an accomplished photographer and his portfolio is available at www.bryanbeasley.com.

MAGDA MOLINA
(Playing Mary "Brunette" Brown)
 

Magda Molina was born and raised in Montreal, Canada where she developed a passion for acting at a very young age. She studied at the National Theater School of Canada, and landed a few co-star and guest-star roles on the French Canadian networks shortly after graduating. She also got a supporting role in a feature film; and although she truly enjoyed on camera work, she kept going back to her first love and getting involved in plays on her free time. Feeling ready for the “big leagues”, she packed up her car and drove to Los Angeles a year ago. She didn’t waste any time since she already booked lead roles on three independent films (“Johanna”, “Conjuring the Call” and “Three Keys”), and a supporting role in another (“Bleeding hearts”). Always working on her craft, she is currently studying at the “Film Actors Workshop”, and also expanded her horizons by studying singing and voice-over.

JANAN RAOUF
(Playing Barbie "Blonde" Kent)

Janan recently moved to LA from NY and is happy to be involved in this show! She has done a lot of theatre back east including, The Last Night of Ballyhoo (The Centennial Thaetre Festival and the What Exit? Theatre Company), Anne Frank and Me (The American Jewish Theatre), On the Waterfront (The Waterfront Ensemble), and Burrow (Soho Rep). Television and Film credits include Guiding Light, The Education of Max Bickford,The Forgotten, A.B.C.D., When Stars Fall, and Semper Fi. Janan holds a BFA from Carnegie Mellon University.


IAN MICHAELS
(Playing Bobby, Teddy, Francois, Barney)

Ian recently moved to LA from Chicago. He is currently a student at Playhouse West and doesn't really like to write bios. So if you are wondering where else you can see Ian or are interested in talking to him then he encourages you to stick around after the performance to chat. Furthermore, Ian would like to thank Bryan and Liz, as well as anyone who purchased a ticket to this show.

JOHN BENNETT
(The Narrator)

John bennett is a singer songwriter based in Los Angeles, He is the lead singer of a band called Fletcher, they have just finished their first CD, Demonstrations of False Momentum. He has opened for the likes of Pat Benatar and Simple Minds, and studied at North Carolina School of the Arts.


Janet Kim (Pianist)

Janet Kim, a recent graduate of Northwestern University's School of Music,
has been happily playing piano since age 4. She is currently teaching piano
and accompanying various projects throughout the LA area. She enjoys many
aspects of life, including playing games, creating alternate forms of
reality, chocolate and watching little animals. She is happy to be a part of
this play.

LEIGHANNE HADDOCK
(Set Design)

Art Direction/ Production Designer Schooled in Interior Design, Leighanne Haddock branched in to Set Design and Art Direction working on six feature films and two shorts. She brings with her this experience and enthusiasm for design to the LA stage.

SABRINA ADU-HAMDEH
(Stage Manager)

Sabrina is excited to be working with such interesting and talented people. While living in the Bay Area she was an Assistant Director for an evening of One Act plays and most recently was seen moving lazyboys and ice chests in the 3KO Broadway production of We're Still Left With...