[Updated June 28, 2004] Need a new acting class? Looking for a great writers' workshop? Seminar? Want to see Sandy perform? This is the place to find out what's going on at Riprap Studio Theatre. The classes and workshops listed below are in session on an ongoing basis at Riprap Studios. The contact information is current for each class or workshop. Also listed are Special Events including performances and screenings featuring Sandy and actors and writers regularly involved with Riprap Writers' Playhouse and the Coffee-zine Scene! [Note from Sandy] I have a special interest in what goes on in the studio, not just as proprietor, but as an actress, writer and producer who wants to promote quality courses for my loyal readers, actors, writers and filmmakers. I hope to grow and become more accessible and invite you to refer credible teachers to the studio for long term commitments which will enhance our ongoing operations.

Prevarications: Little White Lies
- Encore Performance for TWO WEEKS ONLY! Dates TBA. Summer 2004. Negro Ensemble Company Alumna, Sandra Maria Nutt stars in sobering alcoholic NoHo Production. Riprap Studio Theatre in North Hollywood celebrated the start of its second season on Lankershim Boulevard with the world premiere of Prevarications: Little White Lies. A play in two acts and winner of Kodak's Champagne Celebration Award for the feature-length screenplay of the same name.

LIE, after lie . . . after lie . . . after lie . . . Little White Lies tells only ONE truth, can you handle that truth? Laugh, or cry, you won't believe your eyes as alcohol robs three beautiful women of their self-esteem and worse. When three women love and lose the same man, they usually have no way of knowing. The exception being that these women are friends. To further sour the recipe, our ingredients call for endless political arguments, one too many alcoholic beverages and rumors of lesbianism. Fold in the fact that they're roommates, place in hot oven and bake til it breaks!

The cast includes Sandra Maria Nutt, owner and operator of Riprap Studio Theatre, bilingual beauty, Elizabeth Del Sol and sultry, Second City Alumna, Neeley Ward.

Playwright: Sandra Nutt, the playwright, is a native of Ohio. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Drama from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor and is an alumna of the famed Negro Ensemble Company In New York, New York where she began her professional acting career 13 years ago. Sandra has completed 12 feature-length screenplays and authored her web site which is 5 years old helping actors, writers and directors to help themselves. She is the author of a self-published guidebook to breaking into voice over and companion how-to CD.

Directed by David L. Stewart: From Riprap Entertainment's earliest days, David, a retired photographer, has helped with or directed every project produced by Riprap Entertainment, Riprap Writer's Playhouse and Riprap Studio Theatre. From the independently produced film "Who's Gonna' Love You Tomorrow?" to the inaugural stage production in October 2003, of "The Offering" and every production in between. Since 1999, David L. Stewart has been Riprap Entertainment's Artistic Director.

Original Theatre at its Best - Helping Artists Help Themselves

Riprap Studio Theatre and Riprap Entertainment
Theatre Address:
5755 Lankershim Boulevard
North Hollywood, California 91601
Telephone: (818) 990-7498
In Business since 1999

February 13 thru March 21, 2004 ~ PASSING the adaptation by Sheri Bailey of Nella Larsen's 1927 novel set during the Harlem Renaissance presented by Towne Street Theatre at the Stella Adler Theatre (Hollywood & Highland)

Information and tickets, please call and RSVP...213.624-4796. NEW DATES ADDED: There are only two weeks left to see Passing, our NAACP award winning show that is recommended by the L.A. Weekly. Stylish, Sexy and Suspensful, this adapation of Nella Larsen's 1927 novel set during the Harlem Renaissance is not to be missed. We must close March 21st. Additional performances have been added for Thursday March 11 & 18 at 8 p.m. and a 7:30 performance on March. 21. Sunday March 14 is already sold out.

"Sharp cynical dialogue by writer Sheri Bailey..Fine Performances from the entire ensemble...Joan Francis' incredible imbue the production with the complicated essence of the Jazz Age....L.A. Weekly. The entire cast is most compelling and delightful...Mercurial co-direction by Nancy Renee & Sy Richardson...Classy 1920's set by Nathaniel Bellamy...Eye-popping costumes by Joan Francis...Tolucan Times. Production Designer Nathaniel Bellamy and Joan Francis have a field day.....LA Times.

Email Special: This Thursday March 11 - Tickets are $15 - A SAVINGS of $10 - Must bring copy of this email with you to box office. Regular Price Tickets are $25 - Groups of 10 or more: $15, Seniors 17 and Students: $15. No discounts apply on the last weekend, March 19, 20, 21. And if you'd like to place an order for a Passing Tshirt to help support TST, they're only $10.00. Tickets and tshirts are going fast so please make your reservation and orders today. Location: TST @ Stella Adler Theatre - 6773 Hollywood Blvd. at the corner of Hollywood and Highland. Parking in Prestige Lot on Highland behind theatre - must mention Stella Adler for $3 rate. To make your reservation -call 213/624-4796 or visit us on the web at www.townestreet.org for more information. Your on-going support of Towne Street Theatre is needed and appreciated. Thank you.

The Offering

Riprap Entertainment takes great pleasure announcing the stage play The Offering written by Gus Edwards. Tickets for performances are available by advanced RSVP now. Previews are October 2-5 ($10.00) and we open October 9, 2003 ($20.00). ALL Thursdays are half-off days! - $10.00 Tickets! It is an honor to promote the works of Gus Edwards, a great African American playwright. This honor expands by having Charles Weldon direct and star in the stage play at Riprap Studio Theatre in North Hollywood. Sandra Nutt will appear as his wife Princess. Rounding out the cast is Christopher Warren and Katia Bokor. The production will take place at Riprap Studio Theatre in North Hollywood, California. The address is 5755 Lankershim Boulevard and regular ticket prices are $20.00. Seating is limited so don't miss this opportunity to support a great play. RSVP Today!
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Note from Nathan Ross Freeman (featured in our Holiday e-zine) - Please Remember Mr. Bones Reading. MR BONES A New Independent Feature Film READING for Your Comments for Our Re-Visions Grace Presbyterian Church, 3901 Carver School Road Sunday, May 18, 3-6 PM. Refreshments. CONTACT US: (336) 777-0648. nfreeman@msn.com. A thrilling love story of friendship, survival grief and transcendence. The Mr. Bones Company is a partnership between Nathan Ross Freeman (Author, Director and Story), Debra Terry (Lead Actor and Story) and Frank Eaton (Cinematographer and Editor). The production team also includes Steve Jones, a Producer(Assistant Dean of Affairs and Production Teacher NC School of Film)).

MOTHER OF THE YEAR A farce in one act by Barry M. Putt, Jr. and Directed by Akia Squitieri. "A teen attempts to get his jaded mom elected 'Mother of the Year.'" Performance Dates: Saturday, March 29 - 8PM and Sunday, March 30 - 5PM (additional dates may follow). Location: The Theatre-Studio, Inc., 750 8th Ave. Ste. 200 (@ 46th St. - Theater District), New York, NY. Ticket Information: Discount tickets are: $12 (Students and Seniors) and $15 (Adults). This discount is applicable when pre-purchased/reserved 24 hours before show time. All tickets at the door are $18. Advanced tickets can be ordered by calling (212) 719-0500 ext. 1

GUTTER RAT A dark drama about the loss of innocence, by Barry M. Putt, Jr. and Directed by Bill Lewis. A do-gooder gets more than he bargains for when he aids a trapped vagabond. Performance Dates are Friday November 1 - 8PM and Saturday November 2 - 5PM. (additional dates to follow). Location: The Theatre-Studio, Inc., 750 8th Ave. Ste. 200 (at 46th St. - Theater District), New York, NY.

Ticket Information, Discount tickets are: $12 (Students and Seniors) and $15 (Adults). This discount is applicable when pre-purchased/reserved 24 hours before show time. All tickets at the door are $18. Tickets may be ordered or purchased through one of the following methods: By phone call Ticketweb (866) 468-7319 (credit card only) or call (212) 719-0500 ext. 1 (other payment methods) and On online at www.ticketweb.com (credit card only), Go to New York City, then The Theatre-Studio, Inc/Playtime Series.. Additional information is available by clicking on the link below. Gutter Rat Production

[August 25, 2002] Richard Jepperson has finished the third installment to the Crazy Horse Chronicles Trilogy entitled Two Fires in the Night. Tom Cole Productions picked up an option for an animated film series featuring Jepperson's trilogy. The story of the option broke in Michael Starr's column of August 12, 2002 in the New York Post. The previous link directly to Richard's mention in the New York Post has been archived, but you may purchase the archived materials if you visit the Post's website. Congratulations Richard!!

[June 24, 2002] Staged Reading. Borders Books in Westwood, CA will present The Living Room of God , written by Jim Flores on Monday, June 24, 2002 at 7:30PM. Located at 1360 Westwood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA a few blocks south of Wilshire. Please feel free to invite any and all to attend. It is free, the parking beneath the store is validated. Directed by Lewis Hauser.

Tuesday, May 7, 2002 Sandy will perform in Spotlight On Actors at Mixed Nuts Comedy Club, starting at 8PM. Location 4000 Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA. Sandy will perform a monologue she wrote entitled Homage To V honoring strong women and loyalty between best friends. Sharing the stage with Sandy are celebrities Robert Townsend and Michael Colyar as well as Deborah Ramaglia and Al Woodley, Sandy's colleagues who lent their talents to the February showcase at Riprap Studios featured below.

[Friday April 12, 2002] Dementia, a HD short, directed by Brian Burgett, starring Sandra Nutt screening at Los Angeles Film School. Friday, April 12, 2002 12-4PM. Free to the public. 3399 Sunset Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA. Street parking. Underground parking also available at $5 for the day.

[March 27, 2002] Celebrity Roast honoring Art Evans. Join Art, family and friends at The newly renovated Vista Theatre on March 27, 2002 for a Celebrity Roast that you won't soon forget. Located at 4473 Sunset Boulevard, Hollywood, CA. Celebrating 40 years in show business. Cement ceremony commences at 6:30PM followed by a welcome from Ted Lange, Master of Ceremonies with special comments by Art's son Ogadae Evans. Screening of Leadbelly, Art's first major screen role with a gathering to follow at the Hollywood Hills Restaurant at 1745 North Vermont Avenue. All welcome!

The Coffee-zine Scene! Showcase. Industry showcase opens Riprap Studios. Show dates are Thursdays, Feb. 14 and 21 and Sundays Feb. 17 and 24. All Shows commence at 8PM. Free to the public and entertainment industry. What can I say? What a hit and what a blast! We can't wait to do it again! Check out the flyer for our February Showcase at the new studio!

Riprap Writer's Workshop. Founded 2002. This workshop is on hold until further notice - TBA. First Meeting is always FREE and open to all levels. Click on the picture of the Riprap Award to the left for full details and class description. This workshop will continue at Riprap Studios on Lankershim Boulevard at 5755 Lankershim, North Hollywood, California 91601. If you are interested and would like to be placed on our waiting list please email Sandy or call (818) 990-7498 and we'll let you know when we're meeting again. Bring Your Own Goals - BYOG!

The Art of Acting. I have trained with Art for about three years both privately and with his workshop. He is dedicated to the art of acting and puts as much passion into his teaching as he does in his professional screen roles. Art has enough energy for twenty people and teaches on a regular basis throughout the year. He truly brings a unique perspective to the craft. Workshop size is limited so that each actor will receive personal attention for his or her own level of experience. Auditions not necessary! Acceptance into the course is based on a personal interview. Call to reserve your space (213) 532-6703.