Blackbox Foundation

Blackbox Foundation BlackBox Foundation is a nonprofit corporation in Casa Grande, Arizona approved by the Arizona Corporation Commission.

Creative performing arts have been an emerging development for several years in our rural community. Our mission is cultivate a sustainable and vital community theatre and creative arts scene. Our goal is to continue and improve the efforts most recently made by BlackBox Theatre by obtaining our 501c3 status which will allow funding through grants and local donors.

“Rural arts are different fro

m urban arts, but in unexpected ways. We often are predisposed to think that rural arts are smaller-scale
versions of arts activities in larger towns and cities, or that they are
not professional in a mainstream sense. But in fact rural arts have
a richness and complexity congruent with anything seen in larger
centres, and have distinct characteristics that arise precisely because
these activities happen in particular rural or community settings.”

— John Brotman, Ontario Arts Council, at a Canadian Cultural Observatory workshop

02/09/2025

What a wild ride thanks for crashing our Valentine's Day karaoke party and bringing the house down with so much laughter and fun we partied till the clock struck nine and that's all because of your crazy talented selves. Be sure to stalk our page for more karaoke shenanigans and of course our season lineup of amazingly awesome shows.

Fun Nights like this are brought to the community by our Sponsor. Charles Baldon WITH NOVA Home Loans! THANK YOU!!

We at Blackbox Foundation are thrilled to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who auditioned for Arsenic and Old...
02/05/2025

We at Blackbox Foundation are thrilled to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who auditioned for Arsenic and Old Lace! This was a daunting task to cast. The attendance far exceeded our expectations! Without further ado, we proudly announce the cast of Arsenic and Old Lace!

Abby Brewster - Abigail Beacham Sheldon

Martha Brewster - Elizabeth Elgin

Jonathan Brewster - Steven Madsen

Mortimer Brewster - Sebastian Gardner

Teddy Brewster - Bill Alewyn

Dr. Einstein - Asher Long

Officer O'Hara - Kari Davis

Elaine Harper - Mylee Jensen

Dr. Rev. Harper/Lt. Rooney - Apollo Child

Mr. Gibbs - Keith Seaman

Witherspoon - Teresa Sanchez

Officer Brophy - Tamara Child

Officer Klein - Syd Smith

Director - Pamela Karpelenia

Stage Manager - Ezekiel Sander

Technical Director - Emmi Rakoci

Tech Team - Chole Nolan, Makayla Martinez, Kade Whitley, Jean Kolder

Tickets will be on sale soon. Like and follow for ticket info.

We would like to thank our Amazing Sponsors who make our Community Shows possible.

Charles Baldon with NOVA Home Loans. Thank you!

AND our newest bronze level sponsor Scott Gunnell with Desert Sky Dental Casa Grande!

We at Blackbox Foundation are thrilled to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who auditioned for Arsenic and Old...
02/05/2025

We at Blackbox Foundation are thrilled to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who auditioned for Arsenic and Old Lace! This was a daunting task to cast. The attendance far exceeded our expectations! Without further ado, we proudly announce the cast of Arsenic and Old Lace!

Abby Brewster - Abigail Beacham Sheldon

Martha Brewster - Elizabeth Elgin

Jonathan Brewster - Steven Madsen

Mortimer Brewster - Sebastian Gardner

Teddy Brewster - Bill Alewyn

Dr. Einstein - Asher Long

Officer O'Hara - Kari Davis

Elaine Harper - Mylee Jensen

Dr. Rev. Harper/Lt. Rooney - Apollo Child

Mr. Gibbs - Keith Seaman

Witherspoon - Teresa Sanchez

Officer Brophy - Tamara Child

Officer Klein - Syd Smith

Director - Pamela Karpelenia

Stage Manager - Ezekiel Sander

Technical Director - Emmi Rakoci

Tech Team - Chole Nolan, Makayla Martinez, Kade Whitley, Jean Kolder

Tickets will be on sale soon. Like and follow for ticket info.

We would like to thank our Amazing Sponsors who make our Community Shows possible.

Charles Baldon with NOVA Home Loans Thank you

AND our newest bronze level sponsor Scott Gunnell with Desert Sky Dental Casa Grande!

Love is in air! Get ready to sing your favorite love songs this on February 7th with a ridiculously fun celebration of l...
02/03/2025

Love is in air! Get ready to sing your favorite love songs this on February 7th with a ridiculously fun celebration of loud and maybe slightly off-key singing and heartfelt connection. Join us for a Blackbox Foundation Valentine Karaoke Night! Bring the whole crew along for an unforgettable evening of singing, card making, and togetherness!

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This fun filled night is brought to you by our amazing Sponsor Charles Baldon with NOVA Home Loans
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Early glimpse of the Blackbox Foundation The Little Mermaid Jr cast B rehearsal with the oh so talented Krisenna Zippor...
01/29/2025

Early glimpse of the Blackbox Foundation The Little Mermaid Jr cast B rehearsal with the oh so talented Krisenna Zipporah, our long-time choreographer! We have such a talented team here, dedicated to teaching kids! This show is going to be fin-tastic!

Grab your cast B tickets here

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Cast A tickets

https://blackbox-foundation.square.site/shop/the-little-mermaid-jr-cast-a/WFFCD4PFKR74QMFVOPHUNXXM?page=1&limit=30&sort_by=category_order&sort_order=asc

Shout out to our Sponsor Charles Baldon with NOVA Home Loans Thank you making this show happen!

🎶WAIT! Have you signed up for auditions? WAIT! Have you sign up for auditions? Do it now, now, slay, have you signed up ...
01/25/2025

🎶WAIT! Have you signed up for auditions? WAIT! Have you sign up for auditions? Do it now, now, slay, have you signed up for auditions. 🎶

Did you sing along? 🤣
Registration is now open for BOTH COMMUNITY SHOWS!

Arsenic and Old Lace(Play) auditions are Monday February 3, 2025 6pm-9pm
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https://black-box-foundation.coursestorm.com/course/arsenic-and-old-lace

Feeling proactive? Parade(Musical) auditions are May 17, 2025 at 6pm-9pm
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https://black-box-foundation.coursestorm.com/course/parade

Sign up and secure your audition spot!

Community Businesses, we are looking for Sponsors specifically for our Community Shows!! We have brand new Sponsorship Tiers with amazing benefits and opportunities to reach new audiences! Message us!

We're thrilled to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of our talented actors! Join us at the Blackbox Foundation Aw...
01/23/2025

We're thrilled to celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of our talented actors! Join us at the Blackbox Foundation Awards ceremony on Friday, February 21, 2025, as we shine a spotlight on your outstanding achievements. Don your finest attire for "A Night with the Stars" , a formal evening of recognition and celebration of the performance arts!

Events like these are made possible by our Sponsors Charles Baldon with NOVA Home Loans Thank you!

Tickets are available now!! Come see these talented kiddos!Shout out to our Sponsor with Nova Home Loans!
01/21/2025

Tickets are available now!! Come see these talented kiddos!

Shout out to our Sponsor with Nova Home Loans!

01/17/2025

Special recognition to our newest top fans! 💎 Melissa Yost Fuentes, Heidi Ahumada, Darlene Moberly, Amanda Mc Neil and Pamela Jean Karpelenia. We at Blackbox Foundation appreciate all of our and followers! Thank you!

Tickets are on sale for The Little Mermaid Jr.

https://blackbox-foundation.square.site/

Ready to put on a play? Join our community production by signing up to audition and unleash your inner actor!Registratio...
01/16/2025

Ready to put on a play? Join our community production by signing up to audition and unleash your inner actor!

Registration for Blackbox Foundation community production "Arsenic and Old Lace" is open and free to sign up!

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https://black-box-foundation.coursestorm.com/course/arsenic-and-old-lace

Our community show remain free to audition because of Our Sponsors Charles Baldon with Nova Home Loans. Thank you!!

If you are interested in being a sponsor for this show message us!

Award Season is in full swing and we at the Blackbox Foundation are no exception! Here are the 2025 Blackbox Foundation ...
01/08/2025

Award Season is in full swing and we at the Blackbox Foundation are no exception! Here are the 2025 Blackbox Foundation Award Nominations. Congratulations to all the nominees!

Stay tuned for ceremony information! Congratulations again!

This was no easy feat! Thank you for showcasing your talents! We're excited to introduce our season opening casts of Bla...
01/07/2025

This was no easy feat! Thank you for showcasing your talents! We're excited to introduce our season opening casts of Blackbox Foundation presents "The Little Mermaid Jr"🎉Congratulations to all!🎉 Check your emails for important updates and we will see you tomorrow at rehearsal!

Shout out to our Sponsor Charles Baldon with Nova Home Loans

Thank you! We at The Blackbox Foundation had over 70 boys and girls who came out to audition for The Little Mermaid Jr,...
01/06/2025

Thank you! We at The Blackbox Foundation had over 70 boys and girls who came out to audition for The Little Mermaid Jr, and let's just say we've got some fin-tastic talent here in Casa Grande and beyond! Stay tuned for the A and B cast announcement tomorrow evening!

Happy New Year from The Blackbox Foundation! Are you ready for a New Year, New You? Consider breaking out of your shell ...
01/01/2025

Happy New Year from The Blackbox Foundation! Are you ready for a New Year, New You? Consider breaking out of your shell and auditioning for one of our Community Shows. First up is "Arsenic and Old Lace" a comedic play, auditions are on February 3, 2025. Prefer a musical? Don't worry, "Parade" auditions are in May! Or you can do both! Sign up is FREE!

Sign up for "Arsenic and Old Lace" auditions here: https://black-box-foundation.coursestorm.com/category/community-play

Are you a business owner looking to support the community via the performing arts? Message us!

May this holiday season be filled with joy, love, and limitless possibility. From The Blackbox Foundation we wish you a ...
12/25/2024

May this holiday season be filled with joy, love, and limitless possibility. From The Blackbox Foundation we wish you a Merry Christmas! We look forward to entertaining you with our upcoming productions, starting with
"The Little Mermaid" (kids/teens) and our community play "Arsenic and Old Lace"

***COMMUNITY AUDITION NOTICE***Blackbox Foundation PresentsARSENIC AND OLD LACE A Dark Comedy by Joseph KESSELRING, Dire...
12/20/2024

***COMMUNITY AUDITION NOTICE***

Blackbox Foundation Presents

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE

A Dark Comedy by Joseph KESSELRING, Directed by Pamela Karpelenia

WHEN: Monday, February 3, 2025, at 6:30 PM

WHERE: Blackbox Foundation
407 N Sacaton Street Casa Grande, AZ 85122

WHY: Because your neighbors already think you’re a little off—might as well lean into it! 🤣

ABOUT THE SHOW!
Murder has never been so... adorable. When Mortimer Brewster discovers that his sweet little old aunts have a secret hobby—poisoning lonely gentlemen and burying them in the cellar—his life spirals into chaos. Toss in a brother who thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt, another who’s basically Boris Karloff, and a fiancée who’s starting to wonder if all Brewsters are crazy, and you’ve got a night of laughter, absurdity, and just a few dead bodies.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Actors who can deliver laughs, charm, and a touch of lunacy. If you’ve ever been described as “quirky,” “dramatic,” or “theatrically insane,” we want to see you.

CHARACTERS 9M,3F

Mortimer Brewster: The family’s “normal” one. Thinks he has it all together until his aunts, brothers, and a cellar full of bodies prove otherwise.

Abby Brewster: A sweet, grandmotherly type... who just happens to believe murder is a public service.

Martha Brewster: Abby’s equally sweet and equally homicidal sister. They’re basically the Golden Girls... but with arsenic.

Teddy Brewster: Thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt. Loud, lovable, and perpetually on an imaginary safari.

Jonathan Brewster: Mortimer’s terrifying brother. He’s had bad plastic surgery and a worse attitude.

Dr. Einstein: Jonathan’s nervous, tipsy accomplice. Think “mad scientist,” but add comedy.

Elaine Harper: Mortimer’s fiancée. Witty, patient, and wondering if marrying into the Brewster family is worth it.

Officer O’Hara: A police officer with big dreams… of writing a Broadway play.

Lieutenant Rooney: The no-nonsense cop who finally sorts out this mess. (Or tries to.)

Mr. Gibbs: A lonely man who dodges a deadly cup of tea, but just barely.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Auditions you will need monologue, can't find one? We'll do cold readings from the script, as well.

HOW TO SIGN UP
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12/18/2024

***COMMUNITY AUDITION NOTICE***

Blackbox Foundation Presents

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE

A Dark Comedy by Joseph KESSELRING, Directed by Pamela Karpelenia

WHEN: Monday, February 3, 2025, at 6:30 PM

WHERE: Blackbox Foundation
407 N Sacaton Street Casa Grande, AZ 85122

WHY: Because your neighbors already think you’re a little off—might as well lean into it! 🤣

ABOUT THE SHOW!
Murder has never been so... adorable. When Mortimer Brewster discovers that his sweet little old aunts have a secret hobby—poisoning lonely gentlemen and burying them in the cellar—his life spirals into chaos. Toss in a brother who thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt, another who’s basically Boris Karloff, and a fiancée who’s starting to wonder if all Brewsters are crazy, and you’ve got a night of laughter, absurdity, and just a few dead bodies.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Actors who can deliver laughs, charm, and a touch of lunacy. If you’ve ever been described as “quirky,” “dramatic,” or “theatrically insane,” we want to see you.

CHARACTERS 9M,3F

Mortimer Brewster: The family’s “normal” one. Thinks he has it all together until his aunts, brothers, and a cellar full of bodies prove otherwise.

Abby Brewster: A sweet, grandmotherly type... who just happens to believe murder is a public service.

Martha Brewster: Abby’s equally sweet and equally homicidal sister. They’re basically the Golden Girls... but with arsenic.

Teddy Brewster: Thinks he’s Teddy Roosevelt. Loud, lovable, and perpetually on an imaginary safari.

Jonathan Brewster: Mortimer’s terrifying brother. He’s had bad plastic surgery and a worse attitude.

Dr. Einstein: Jonathan’s nervous, tipsy accomplice. Think “mad scientist,” but add comedy.

Elaine Harper: Mortimer’s fiancée. Witty, patient, and wondering if marrying into the Brewster family is worth it.

Officer O’Hara: A police officer with big dreams… of writing a Broadway play.

Lieutenant Rooney: The no-nonsense cop who finally sorts out this mess. (Or tries to.)

Mr. Gibbs: A lonely man who dodges a deadly cup of tea, but just barely.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Auditions you will need monologue, can't find one? We'll do cold readings from the script, as well.

HOW TO SIGN UP
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https://black-box-foundation.coursestorm.com/category/community
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We’ll see you on February 3rd!

Hey Business Owners, looking to sponsor this hilarious show, message us!


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Casa Grande, AZ
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Your 2025 nominees!!

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! Your likes, shares comments are everything. Thank you! 🎉 Neva Kovaleski, Darlene Moberly, Heidi Ahumada, Rachel Hutzler, Kadie VanZile, Melissa Yost Fuentes

Blackbox Foundation 2025 Season Announcement! Kid and Teen show Registration is open for all shows! Fee $50 Community Shows Arsenic and Old Lace and Parade are free to audition! #2025calendar #2025Season #stageplay #seasonannouncement #communitytheatre #supportlocal #casagrande Blackbox Foundation

BlackBox Foundation is proud to present our 2024 Youth Summer Day Camp The BlackBox Day-Camp is an enriching summer camp dedicated to teaching children grades 2nd-8th all aspects of performing arts. Students will learn everything from acting, improv, and dance, as well as set and costume design, plus so much more! The 8 day camp starts June 17th, 2024, at Mission Heights Preparatory High School, and continues through June 27th, 2024. The camp runs from 8am to 3pm, Monday-Thursday, and consists of six class periods, a snack period, and a lunch period. (Students will provide a lunch and a waterbottle for themselves, snacks are provided by BlackBox) Students will also get the opportunity to go on a group field trip June 20th to the great Arizona Puppet Theater! There are limited spots available, register now to reserve your spot!

What do you do when your friend is home sick from rehearsal? Leave it up to the cast to find a solution! Don’t miss out on this hilarious and meaningful musical! Tickets available at blackboxcg.org Shows August 26th at 2pm and 7pm August 27th at 2pm September 2nd at 2pm and 6pm September 3rd at 2pm Tickets $10 pre-sale $12 at the door

10 ways to survive the zombie apocalypse Cast interview 11: Mary Rakoci Shows May 12th, 13th & 14th All showings at 7pm, doors open at 6:30 Tickets available at https://blackbox-foundation.square.site/

10 ways to survive the zombie apocalypse Cast interview 9: Ellee Gray Shows May 12th, 13th & 14th All showings at 7pm, doors open at 6:30 Tickets available at https://blackbox-foundation.square.site/

10 ways to survive the zombie apocalypse Cast interview 10: Megan Panka Shows May 12th, 13th & 14th All showings at 7pm, doors open at 6:30 Tickets available at https://blackbox-foundation.square.site/

10 ways to survive the zombie apocalypse Cast interview 8: Christina Stueland Shows May 12th, 13th & 14th All showings at 7pm, doors open at 6:30 Tickets available at https://blackbox-foundation.square.site/

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Welcome to BlackBox Foundation. Founded in 2012, we are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of people in our community by providing them with opportunities to experience the arts through performance and education.

Located in downtown Casa Grande’s Historic District, BlackBox occupies the historic Woman’s Club building. From straight plays, to melodramas, to children’s shows, to musical theatre, BlackBox is proud to connect to our community and provide opportunities for everyone to find their niche.