ACTORS THEATRE NEWS & SPECIAL EVENTS
For a complete list of current press releases, please see Press Room

TRAFFIC FLOW FORECAST
In order to help you plan your visit, Actors Theatre has developed a Traffic Flow Forecast that anticipates traffic flow for the current and upcoming week of performances. In addition to the Traffic Flow Forecast below, we recommend checking one of the following resources for live traffic information:

Traffic.com

Google Maps

To avoid missing the beginning of the show, please consider leaving early to beat the traffic and enjoying the gallery exhibit or relaxing in our Mezzanine bar prior to the performance.

Traffic Flow Forecast: Performances September 7 - 12
Traffic flow forecast for downtown is anticipated to be steady prior to performances this week.

Traffic Flow Forecast: Performances September 14 - 19
Traffic flow forecast for downtown is anticipated to be steady prior to performances this week.

Wondering about other downtown events on the night of your scheduled performance?

We recommend checking the GoToLouisville.com calendar and the Louisville Arena Authority calendar.

More Information About Parking and Directions


ACTORS THEATRE FOOD DRIVE WITH KENTUCKY REFUGEE MINISTRIES
Actors Theatre of Louisville is partnering with Kentucky Refugee Ministries to host a food drive supporting local refugees. The food drive coincides with Eid al-Fitr and celebrates the holiday's tradition of donating food to those in need.

More Information


INSIDE ACTORS NEWSLETTER
September - October 2010

SEPTEMBER EVENTS
GALLERY AT ACTORS
Sunoak Kites Exhibit by James Keown
Photography Exhibit Afghan Daily Life by Steve Connors
in the Sara Shallenberger Brown Lobby and Mezzanine
August 31 - September 26
Gallery Hop September 3

STAFF CHAT
September 8 at 7 p.m. before The Kite Runner at 7:30 p.m.
in the Pamela Brown Auditorium
Meet Apprentice/Intern Company Associate Director in an informational pre-show chat and hear about her contribution to what you see on stage. Call the Box Office at 502-584-1205 for performance reservations.

GIN & TOPIC
September 9 after The Kite Runner at 7:30 p.m.
Settle in for post-show cocktails and conversation with Associate Artistic Director Sean Daniels. Following the play, Sean will engage in a casual, informal conversation and share useful tidbits of information about the show while you enjoy a relaxing beverage at the cash bar, with the Brown-Forman featured drink The Kitestail.Call the Box Office at 502-584-1205 for performance reservations.

CONVERSATION WITH THE ARTISTS
September 12 after The Kite Runner at 2:30 p.m.
in the Pamela Brown Auditorium
Enjoy an engaging chat led by our artistic staff. Call the Box Office at 502-584-1205 for performance reservations.

AUDIO DESCRIBED: THE KITE RUNNER
September 12 at 2:30 p.m. in the Pamela Brown Auditorium
For patrons with limited vision, a carefully timed narration of onstage action is offered. Call the Box Office at 502-584-1205 for performance reservations.

SIGN INTERPRETED PERFORMANCES
September 14 at 7:30 p.m. in the Pamela Brown Auditorium
Theatrical interpretation in American Sign Language is offered on a selected Tuesday of each production. For this service, patrons must order tickets no later than two weeks prior to the sign-interpreted performance. Sign interpretation is offered only if patrons desiring the service are in attendance. Reserve at boxoffice@actorstheatre.org or TDD: 502-371-0956.


FIFTH THIRD BANK'S DRACULA BLOOD DRIVE
September 30, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
at Fifth Third Bank's location at Fourth Street Live
Support Actors Theatre and the Red Cross by helping us reach our goal of 25 donors! All blood donors will receive a complimentary pizza lunch provided by Bearno's, and will be entered into a drawing for 2 free tickets to Fifth Third Bank's Dracula. To reserve your spot, contact Danielle Manley at 502-584-1265 or DManley@actorstheatre.org


NEW ARENA EVENT PARKING AND TRAFFIC PLAN FOR 2010-2011 SEASON
Plan will address patrons’ experience, guaranteeing parking while minimizing delays due to increased traffic.
Actors Theatre of Louisville’s Managing Director Jennifer Bielstein announces a parking and traffic plan to answer the rising concerns from patrons as to the effect of KFC Yum! Center events and traffic on their Theatre experience. The plan includes numerous new routes to the Theatre, discounted pricing for patrons and new technology to improve garage efficiency.

More Information
New Parking Directions Map


LIMITED-EDITION ACTORS THEATRE STERLING SILVER PIN
To celebrate our very own award-winning Actors Theatre of Louisville, Actors Associates commissioned silversmith Joe Schmidlin to create a special piece that would pay tribute to Actors Theatre's decades of distinction. The artist captured Actors Theatre's unique identity with this beautiful, detailed sterling rendering of its historic façade.Those who value Actors Theatre's place in the world of theatre, in our community, and in their own arts experience will want this exceptional piece to wear as a pin, on a lapel or as a necklace to honor Actors Theatre's place in our hearts.

Acquire your own sterling silver Actors Theatre honorary pin from the Humana Festival Bookstore at Actors Theatre for $90. You can also order your pin by mail using this order form. For more information, contact Allison Hammons at (502) 584-1265 or AHammons@ActorsTheatre.org
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ACTORS TEXT CLUB
Receive exclusive last-minute ticket deals via text message! To join simply e-mail your name and cell number (including area code) with "Actors Text Club" in the subject line or text "I'm in" to 502-794-7089.

Your privacy is very important—we will never share your cell phone number and will only send text message discount info to you 1-2 times a month.

KEEP(ing) LOUISVILLE WEIRD SINCE 1964
Actors Theatre is a member of Louisville Indepent Business Association (LIBA). The mission of LIBA is to preserve the unique community character of the Metro Louisville area by promoting locally-owned businesses and to educate citizens on the value of shopping locally.

Actors Theatre of Louisville employs about 150 seasoned professionals, attracting to its stages many of the world's most talented theatre artists. Each play is homemade — lovingly produced in Louisville with costumes, scenery and properties seen on stage made by Actors resident staff. We're a local inspiration with one of the best audiences in America.

GIFT CERTIFICATES
Available in any denomination and packaged in attractive gold folders, Actors Gift Certificates are an open invitation to great entertainment all year long. Matching gift boxes, enclosure cards and bows available. Stop by the box office.

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INSIDE TIPS

Season

Find out what plays are on stage and coming up, as well as season ticket information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Curious about what to wear or where to eat? Check out the answers here to these questions and more.

Restaurant and Bar
Enjoy casual dining in a unique atmosphere at Intermezzo Cafe.

Gallery at Actors
Enhance your Actors experience — browse our lobby gallery before taking
your seat for the performance.

Coming to the theatre?

Get here on time with our directions and parking info.

Still need tickets?
Order tickets online or call 502-584-1205 to speak with a customer service representative.


 

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