In 1920's Madrid, three young men from the countryside met in graduate school. They would go on to change the art world in their specialties: Federico Garcia Lorca in poetry, Luis Buñuel in film, and Salvador Dalí in painting. But at the time of their meetings, they were just three "stray dogs" who made an […]
In the style of an old-fashioned comic melodrama, an intrepid librarian must save the fair hamlet of Pleasantville from the villainous Madame Gypsum and sidekick, Hench. Will our heroine save the hero and Pleasantville from their nefarious plot? The second part of the evening features lively music, sketches, and recitations, as many have been […]
This year, three different programs will be presented, Montana Short Cuts, our night of ten-minute plays, plus Charlotte, a full-length play by Rebecca Ryland, and Indy One-acts, a suite of short pieces by members of ETC: Experimental Theatre Cooperative November 4–13. The Last Chance New Play Fest is a showcase for new and recent work by Montana-affiliated writers […]
MPN's Winter Lodge Rendezvous is back by popular demand, and will play for 2 nights! Enjoy Native humor, music, storytelling and more. About this event MPN's first Winter Lodge Rendezvous in 2021 sold out two weeks ahead of the performance. It was so well received, that its now an annual event. Featuring many favorites from […]
The Montana Playwrights Network (MPN) is pleased to invite the public to a fun afternoon at the Helena Avenue Theatre (HAT), 1319 Helena Avenue at 1:00 p.m. on December 17, 2022. This exciting event includes a social gathering; an inspiring workshop called, ‘Do It Write’, and the MPN Annual Membership Meeting. This unique event […]
Montana Playwrights Network invites you to the Helena Avenue Theatre (HAT), 1319 Helena Avenue in Helena for a special show on February 18, 2023, featuring Cowboy Poetry and Western Music performed live by Lewistown poet and musician, Lloyd McKenna with musical artist, Meryl Rygg McKenna. Lloyd and Meryl have been blending their voices, making memorable […]
Improv Mining Company performs hilarious plays, made up on the spot! February 17, March 3, & March 17, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. Montana Playwrights Network invites you to attend a special improv performance series featuring Helena’s own Improv Mining Co at the Helena Avenue Theatre (HAT), 1319 Helena Avenue in Helena, MT. Dates for […]
The Montana Playwrights Network (MPN) invites the public to attend a Big Garage Sale fundraiser on March 18 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the Helena Avenue Theatre (HAT) at 1319 Helena Avenue in Helena. This Big Garage Sale features antiques, collectibles, crafts, and other unique items available for purchase at discounted prices. […]