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9Thirty Theatre Gulf Spill Benefit

Reprinted from Ecorazzi: “NYC Eco Theater Company Holds Benefit to Raise Money For Gulf Coast Animals” by Michael Parrish DuDell, July 19, 2010

Here in New York City we have commercial theater, experimental theater, really bad theater…but who knew we also have green theater, too!?

9Thirty Theatre Company is one of New York City’s first eco theater companies, and we happen to think they’re pretty darn neat. By having the environment serve as a character, theme, or the plot of their shows, 9Thirty seeks to raise awareness and take action on pressing environmental issues.

On Sunday, July 25, the theater company with a heart of gold will present THE BIRDS” TO SAVE BIRDS — a benefit reading of “The Brown Pelican” by George Sklar. The event will raise money for both 9Thirty and Tri-State Birds – a non-profit organization dedicated to saving and rehabilitating birds in the Gulf of Mexico.

“After the oil spill I found myself feeling helpless about what I could do to make a difference,” says artistic director Jeff Burroughs. “As of June 1st 658 birds, 279 turtles, and 36 mammals have been found dead. So I created an avenue to DO something! I contacted Tri-State Bird Rescue to put together a benefit.”

Besides the reading, the benefit will also feature organic food and drinks, a good old fashion raffle, and coupons for special discounts on future productions.

Sound super cool? Stop by 9TTC.org to get more information and purchase your tickets!

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9Thirty Theatre Company: THE BIRDS TO SAVE BIRDS

THE BIRDS TO SAVE BIRDS

A Benefit

Date: July 25, 2010

Time: 7PM-11PM

Admission: $75 (see below to see all the greatness it includes)

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TEL 866.811.4111

Place: The Foundry | 42-38 9th St, Long Island City, NY 11101

Directions: Click here

A spectacular night to raise money for 9Thirty Theatre Company, one of the country’s first Eco Theatres and Tri-State Birds, the main clinic helping animals in the Gulf of Mexico. Our goal is to raise $15,000, so come and support us so we can make it happen!

Admission includes:

  • 1. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, wine, and beer.
  • 2. Special $5 organic vodka cocktail.
  • 3. A reading of George Sklar’s “The Brown Pelican”
  • 4. A coupon for a $10 ticket to see Aristophanes’ The Birds
  • 5. And that really really good feeling when you get when you support TWO amazing non-profit organizations.

They’ll also be a raffle for thousands of dollars worth of eco-friendly prizes including a Manhattan Getaway package, Queens Day Getaway package, and A Health and Beauty package and more. (Raffle tickets: $5 for one or 6 for $20 and each ticket is also good for a free vodka cocktail)

SPECIAL THANKS TO
The Foundry
Crop Organic Vodka
Brooklyn Brewery