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The (Aesthetic) Kindergarten Fire

The (Almost) Kindergarten FirePromotional aesthetics for the performances in the ZUUM-In Fest are being made and promoted. For the first production, “The (Almost) Kindergarten Fire” by Katherine Orozco-Verderber, the following aesthetic has been created from famous internet images that promote the play and the actors performing in the piece.

ZUUM-In Fest Play Announcement!

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After deliberation, rejection, and acceptance, we are proud to announce our first ever Zero Untitled Uncharted Media In-House Play Festival (or “ZUUM-In Fest” for short) winning plays! Below is a list of the work that will be staged via social distanced rehearsal and performed either live or in a recorded form! You’ll also note the month of production and release.

  • “The (Almost) Kindergarten Fire” by Katherine Orozco-Verderber (Sept.)
  • “Wait Wait – You Did What?!” by Robert Trujillo (Oct.)
  • “Innocuous” by Michael Verderber (Oct/Nov.)
  • “For Those Soft and Lonesome Times” by Julio Martinez (Nov)
  • “Church of the Winter” by Anel Carmona (Nov./Dec.)

Winning playwrights Trujillo, Martinez, and Carmona will all take home a small monetary prize! More information is coming soon for this new festival!

Chop Shop!

The purple-clad punks of Premature Punchline put poogether (too many Ps?), put TOGETHER a new video featuring their new game, Chop Shop. Catch episode #4 here:

 

Actors and Directors wanted!

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“Remains of Neverland” cast getting ready

We have some Zoom-style plays coming up and we need ACTORS and DIRECTORS! If you are interested in getting involved (and are not already a member of our Active group), then LIKE or COMMENT your interest on our Facebook or email us here: zero_untitled_films@yahoo.com  and let us know what you’re interested in! We need a headcount. Yes, you can live on the other side of the world and STILL be involved. You just need decent internet.

Terry versus the Type A

Watch the latest episode of our digital play series “The Job Interviews” called “Mallory Richman” starring veteran Deborah Gerd and, of course, Daniel Rodriguez!

ZUUM-In Fest call-for-plays announced!

Zero Untitled “ZUUM In” Festival

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Zero Untitled is officially announcing our first ever ZUUM-IN Digital Play Festival, or as we are calling it ZUUM In Fest. It’s ZU, plus Zoom, and In-House = Zero Untitled Uncharted Media Fest! This will be a series of 4 to 5 short plays that are staged via Zoom or Skype, in August or September.

In short, I am to aim for a mix of plays that acknowledge Zoom (think: the new Parks and Recreation episode), ones that acknowledge that there is an interface of some kind (our The Job Interviews series), perhaps a one-man show, or (what we are really hoping for), something we haven’t done yet. I want to explore Zero Untitled’s creativity. For now, this will be an in-house festival (meaning, only ZU writers for now).

The rules and guidelines (which may be subject to change, pending unforeseen problems) are as following:

  • Ten minutes max (roughly)
  • 2-3 characters max
  • Minimal foul language (PG-13)
  • Revivals of old shows are allowed
  • NO political content (this is a preference)
  • We would prefer that play content NOT revolve around pandemic
  • Limited use of props
  • Plays may or may not acknowledge the camera / Zoom interface
  • Please contact us for questions
  • DEADLINE: August 7th, 2020 to zero_untitled_films@yahoo.com

 

We are really pushing for creativity in this endeavor as I KNOW we are very talented in weird elements, so let’s push it further. Selected plays will be cast in quarantine and productions WILL be filmed for distribution on www.zerountitled.com and on our YouTube account. Please note that one page of dialogue is about a minute of performance.

We would PREFER that playwrights direct their own productions (these will be filmed in screen capture by our crew), but you may offer up the play without your directing expertise. Please note on script or email whether you prefer to direct your own script. Playwrights MAY also act in their own productions.

Not sure if you are a member of Zero Untitled? Email us and we will let you know!

Vote for “Captive Pilgrim” documentary!

Zero Untitled – NYC’s 2018 production of “Captive Pilgrim” has a documentary based on it and you can vote for it! Just submit your email and cast your vote! More info below:

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Check out this short documentary part of the #musicbedchallenege https://www.musicbed.com/challenge/submissions/captive-pilgrim/kYAS4g Anel talks about her work as a playwright and an immigrant artist living in America. We are showcased as a short documentary to be seen and heard around the world with other selected shorts that highlight important content for future films and content! it’s an honor just to be chosen to be showcased among the other amazing short films please vote on the film that most speaks to you. Anel Carmona is an immigrant from Mexico living in America who has gone to school here and has built a life here as an artist and an influencer for others. Watch as she explains her play “Captive Pilgrim” as she tries to show her place here in this country. Thank you again for watching and spread the word!

The 5th Episode of “The Job Interviews” has arrived!

In the ongoing hunt for a new employee, our hero, Terry Buchanan (played by Daniel Rodriguez) comes across a new applicant (played by McKinna Allen) that gets a SURPRISING reaction out of him. Find out how below and do watch the other episodes to get caught up in this digital play sitcom.

 

New (yet old!) pics from Textual Overture

Back on June 14, 2018, we did a show at the Blue Ribbon Cafe  and neglected to post the pics, so here they are! Sorry that these were late! Here are some pics from June 14th, 2018 Textual Overture at the Blue Ribbon Cafe in Kingsville,  TX.

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PP Online Show #3

Those purple-clad punks in Premature Punchline are back at it again, with a new episode of “The Premature Punchline Online Show” with the latest installment – “Alphabet” (a classic improv game). Watch it here:

 

 

 

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About Zero Untitled

Zero Untitled Films/Productions is a theatrical group based in Kingsville, Texas, that produces unique experiences on stage, in film, and in other media. Zero Untitled’s goal is to let artists and audiences alike think outside the box.