Two New Plays, A Staged Reading of ‘Zeus, Interrupted’ & ‘The Generations of Sarah Blackwood’
Saturday, March 11 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $10 // $15 Artist Supporter Ticket Missoula-based playwright group Zoola Writers, under the banner of Third Ear Productions, presents some of their newest work at the ZACC! Join us on Saturday, March 11 at 7:30 PM for staged readings of ‘The Generations of Sarah Blackwood’ by Ean Miles Kessler, a playwright, theater educator, storyteller, and horse trainer who recently relocated to Montana, and ‘Zeus, Interrupted’ by Joan Carol Melcher, an author, award-winning magazine editor, and playwright. The Generations of Sarah Blackwood – by Ean Miles KesslerFour women, four generations. ‘The Generations of Sarah Blackwood’ charts the matrilineal line of one small-town family, spanning from the Civil War to modern day. Zeus, Interrupted – by Joan Carol MelcherPatriarchy hangs in the balance as Mother Earth, aka Gaia, takes on the god of gods and western civilization. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Revival Comedy’s Annual Variety Show in support of the ZACC, Hosted by Sarah Aswell
Saturday, March 4 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $10* // $15 ZACC Supporter Ticket It’s Sarah Aswell’s birthday, and all Sarah wants to do on her birthday is laugh and raise lots of money for the ZACC. Join her and all of her best friends for 90 minutes of pure, unstoppable talent, including things like comedy, music, musical comedy, magic, and games. There might be some animals. There are always some animals. There was a cake last year, but someone sat on it during some performance art. Followed by Live Karaoke and original music by VTO, beginning at around 9 PM! Feel free to come for the comedy and stay for the music, or to come for the music at 9 PM! *Working Comedians receive a 50% discount on tickets at the door, if desired. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
‘The Good, The Bad, & The Wicked’ Disney-themed Drag Show
Friday, February 3 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 8 PM // $10 // Ages 18+ The Imperial Sovereign Court of the State of Montana (ISCSM) works to educate and advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community, while promoting social tolerance through the production and enactment of drag performance. The ISCSM works to eliminate the historical oppression of LGBTQIA+ individuals through expansion of the boundaries of sex, gender, and sexual orientation. They create a safe and welcoming environment through the production of events which explore multiple gender expressions in a fun and educational atmosphere. This February, ISCSM invites you to a very special Disney-themed drag night – ’The Good, The Bad, & The WICKED!’ One and all, nobility and gentry, are cordially invited to a night of mischief, magic, and mayhem. Let the good, the bad, and the wicked entertain you on this First Friday of February. Dust off those glass slippers, have your fairy Godmother draw up the coach, and get down to the ZACC. It’s going to be one wicked ball! For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Winter Gala Concert & Fundraiser
Wednesday, February 1 // Door at 6 PM // Show at 6:30 PM // $15 (Additional Donations Appreciated) Come hear the stars of UM Opera Theater offering arias and romantic tunes that are sure to bring you out of your winter doldrums and into the playful month of February. Tickets support the UM Opera Theater program, and additional donations at the event are greatly appreciated. Learn more about UM Opera Theater: https://www.umt.edu/music/academics/ensembles/vocal-ensembles/opera-theatre/default.php For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
‘I Think We Should Break Up’
Wednesday through Sunday // February 8, 9, 10, 11, & 12 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $20 General Admission // $15 Students & Seniors // Audio Description Tickets for Visually Impaired Attendees Available Friday, February 10, and Saturday, February 11 It’s over. This isn’t working. I think we should break up. No two ways about it – breakups suck. But breakup songs? Well, they at least help to ease the pain. I Think We Should Break Up is a musical cabaret that – using the music of Cher, Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars, the Beatles, and many more – explores the inevitable ups and downs that come with the end of a relationship. Fun, funny, and a little heartfelt, this show is for everyone who’s ever had to contend with a broken heart. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
‘I Think We Should Break Up’
Wednesday through Sunday // February 8, 9, 10, 11, & 12 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $20 General Admission // $15 Students & Seniors // Audio Description Tickets for Visually Impaired Attendees Available Friday, February 10, and Saturday, February 11 It’s over. This isn’t working. I think we should break up. No two ways about it – breakups suck. But breakup songs? Well, they at least help to ease the pain. I Think We Should Break Up is a musical cabaret that – using the music of Cher, Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars, the Beatles, and many more – explores the inevitable ups and downs that come with the end of a relationship. Fun, funny, and a little heartfelt, this show is for everyone who’s ever had to contend with a broken heart. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
‘I Think We Should Break Up’
Wednesday through Sunday // February 8, 9, 10, 11, & 12 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $20 General Admission // $15 Students & Seniors // Audio Description Tickets for Visually Impaired Attendees Available Friday, February 10, and Saturday, February 11 It’s over. This isn’t working. I think we should break up. No two ways about it – breakups suck. But breakup songs? Well, they at least help to ease the pain. I Think We Should Break Up is a musical cabaret that – using the music of Cher, Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars, the Beatles, and many more – explores the inevitable ups and downs that come with the end of a relationship. Fun, funny, and a little heartfelt, this show is for everyone who’s ever had to contend with a broken heart. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
‘I Think We Should Break Up’
Wednesday through Sunday // February 8, 9, 10, 11, & 12 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $20 General Admission // $15 Students & Seniors // Audio Description Tickets for Visually Impaired Attendees Available Friday, February 10, and Saturday, February 11 It’s over. This isn’t working. I think we should break up. No two ways about it – breakups suck. But breakup songs? Well, they at least help to ease the pain. I Think We Should Break Up is a musical cabaret that – using the music of Cher, Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars, the Beatles, and many more – explores the inevitable ups and downs that come with the end of a relationship. Fun, funny, and a little heartfelt, this show is for everyone who’s ever had to contend with a broken heart. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
‘I Think We Should Break Up’
Wednesday through Sunday // February 8, 9, 10, 11, & 12 // Door at 7 PM // Show at 7:30 PM // $20 General Admission // $15 Students & Seniors // Audio Description Tickets for Visually Impaired Attendees Available Friday, February 10, and Saturday, February 11 It’s over. This isn’t working. I think we should break up. No two ways about it – breakups suck. But breakup songs? Well, they at least help to ease the pain. I Think We Should Break Up is a musical cabaret that – using the music of Cher, Amy Winehouse, Bruno Mars, the Beatles, and many more – explores the inevitable ups and downs that come with the end of a relationship. Fun, funny, and a little heartfelt, this show is for everyone who’s ever had to contend with a broken heart. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Revival Comedy Night for Zootown Exotics Rescue
Friday, January 6 // Door at 7:30 PM // Show at 8 PM // $10Photo of Bean (front, 11 years old) and Papi (back, anywhere from 40-60 years old and partially blind) This month’s Revival Comedy Night at the ZACC benefits the brand-new Zootown Exotic Rescue in Missoula (founded October 2022)! This very special comedy show includes a pet ‘meet and greet’ funded by donations (please bring cash to donate for pics with the animals!) as well as opportunities to meet pets who are currently available for adoption through ZER. Donations raised from this event will be used to purchase heat and light bulbs for enclosures, animal toys for enrichment, and food & treats! The line-up includes Jordan Demander, Lynn Solomon, Blake Powell, Shelly Howls, Austin Valley, Renee Lamie, and Corey Demers, and is headlined by Amy Smith. *Working Comedians receive a 50% discount on tickets at the door. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.