Now. Here. This.
Wednesday through Saturday, February 5-8 // 7:30 PM // Doors at 7 PM Saturday & Sunday, February 8 & 9 // Matinee // 2 PM // Doors at 1:30 PM $25 General Admission // $30-$35 Theatre Supporter Ticket* // $20 Students and Seniors // All Ages *All tickets are General Admission. Theatre Supporter Tickets are a way for audience members to offer additional support to the production. Now. Here. This. Book by Hunter Bell and Susan Blackwell Music and Lyrics by Jeff Bowen Directed by JM Christiansen One fine day, at a natural history museum, four friends embark on a journey of self-discovery. Inspired by the museum itself, the foursome journeys through time – from the present day museum, to their childhood pasts, and back again. They share stories of embarrassment, hiding, longing, love, middle school, and their hopes for the future in an attempt to step directly into that elusive “present moment”: the Now. Here. This. Hilarious and heartfelt, this contemporary musical romp reminds us that – despite all the odds – we get to exist here, in this brief instant, and that is a beautiful thing! Open captions will be available at all performances for our deaf/hearing impaired/ hard of hearing community. Audio description will be provided on February 7th and 8th for our blind/visually impaired/low vision community.
Now. Here. This.
Wednesday through Saturday, February 5-8 // 7:30 PM // Doors at 7 PM Saturday & Sunday, February 8 & 9 // Matinee // 2 PM // Doors at 1:30 PM $25 General Admission // $30-$35 Theatre Supporter Ticket* // $20 Students and Seniors // All Ages *All tickets are General Admission. Theatre Supporter Tickets are a way for audience members to offer additional support to the production. Now. Here. This. Book by Hunter Bell and Susan Blackwell Music and Lyrics by Jeff Bowen Directed by JM Christiansen One fine day, at a natural history museum, four friends embark on a journey of self-discovery. Inspired by the museum itself, the foursome journeys through time – from the present day museum, to their childhood pasts, and back again. They share stories of embarrassment, hiding, longing, love, middle school, and their hopes for the future in an attempt to step directly into that elusive “present moment”: the Now. Here. This. Hilarious and heartfelt, this contemporary musical romp reminds us that – despite all the odds – we get to exist here, in this brief instant, and that is a beautiful thing! Open captions will be available at all performances for our deaf/hearing impaired/ hard of hearing community. Audio description will be provided on February 7th and 8th for our blind/visually impaired/low vision community.
Now. Here. This.
Thursday through Sunday, February 5-9 // 7:30 PM // Doors at 7 PM Saturday & Sunday, February 8 & 9 // Matinee // 2 PM // Doors at 1:30 PM $25 General Admission // $30-$35 Theatre Supporter Ticket* // $20 Students and Seniors // All Ages *All tickets are General Admission. Theatre Supporter Tickets are a way for audience members to offer additional support to the production. Now. Here. This. Book by Hunter Bell and Susan Blackwell Music and Lyrics by Jeff Bowen Directed by JM Christiansen One fine day, at a natural history museum, four friends embark on a journey of self-discovery. Inspired by the museum itself, the foursome journeys through time – from the present day museum, to their childhood pasts, and back again. They share stories of embarrassment, hiding, longing, love, middle school, and their hopes for the future in an attempt to step directly into that elusive “present moment”: the Now. Here. This. Hilarious and heartfelt, this contemporary musical romp reminds us that – despite all the odds – we get to exist here, in this brief instant, and that is a beautiful thing! Open captions will be available at all performances for our deaf/hearing impaired/ hard of hearing community. Audio description will be provided on February 7th and 8th for our blind/visually impaired/low vision community.
**CANCELLED** The Birthday Party
Wednesday through Saturday, January 22-25 // 7:30 PM // Doors at 7 PM $15 General Admission // $20-$25 Theatre Supporter Ticket* *All tickets are General Admission. Theatre Supporter Tickets are a way for audience members to offer additional support to the production. Montana Art Theater and ZACC are proud to bring The Birthday Party by Harold Pinter to the Show Room stage January 22-25! Stanley is afraid of the world. He has shuttered himself away in a boarding house in the countryside, refusing even to go outside. When two mysterious figures arrive there, they force unwanted attention onto Stanley by staging a birthday party for him. What begins as a simple celebration quickly descends into a nightmarish ordeal of manipulation and intimidation. Their reason? To bring Stanley back to society. Will he be forced to return to “an honest man’s living,” or can he remain hidden away? THE BIRTHDAY PARTY BY HAROLD PINTER CAST STANLEY WEBBER – MASON DAVIS PETEY BOYLE – TIM BALLARD MEG BOYLE – JESSE BALLARD LULU – ABBIE KING GOLDBERG – MICHAEL CROWLEY MCCANN – AUDREY BROSNAN CREATIVE DIRECTOR – HUNTER CARVEY STAGE MANAGER – QUADE ANDERSON SCENIC/COSTUME DESIGN – MAYA CARVEY LIGHTING/SOUND DESIGN – AARON PRATI ASST SCENIC DESIGN – IZABELLA COFFMAN
Let Your Nerd Flag Fly Drag Show
Saturday, January 4 // $10 // $15 Drag Supporter // Doors at 8 PM // Show at 9 PM // 18+ New year, new you? Not here! This new year we are continuing our commitment to encouraging self-love by kicking things off with Let Your Nerd Flag Fly! We’re celebrating the things that make us each unique and quirky, whether that’s an interest, a talent, or a profession. We want everyone to embrace their inner nerd and get geeky with us! Featuring drag numbers by a collection of passionate performers from Missoula and surrounding areas, it’s sure to be an A+ show! Join us January 4th at the Zootown Arts Community Center, doors at 8:00pm show at 9:00pm 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. All tickets are general admission. Drag Supporter Tickets are a way for patrons to provide more financial support to performers or their organization. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Disney Drag Show
Saturday, February 1 // $10 // $15 Drag Supporter // Doors at 8 PM // Show at 9 PM // 18+ Join us February 1st for a whole new world of fairy tales, royalty, and magic as we celebrate our 11th annual Disney Drag Show! Doors open at 8:00 for a night of nostalgia while supporting a great nonprofit cause at the ZACC. We will have a fabulous cast of snoozing beauties, foxy hounds, and storied toys that can’t wait to make your weekend magical! Show is 18+, Doors open at 8pm and Show at 9pm. 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. All tickets are general admission. Drag Supporter Tickets are a way for patrons to provide more financial support to performers or their organization. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Belly Dance Showcase
Friday, January 10 // Door at 6:30 PM // Show at 7 PM // $12 // All Ages Missoula-born belly dance troupe Dark Moon Fusion proudly presents an evening of worldfusion belly dance. Integrating classic cabaret-style belly dance influence, modern dance,jazz, as well as fun pop-and-lock fusion dance pieces set to different types of music fromaround the world. Our event is friendly for all ages. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Violent Night
Saturday, December 21st // $20 // $25 Drag Supporter // Doors at 7:30 PM // Show at 8 PM // 18+ Montana Drag Wrestling returns to the ZACC for another airing of grievances! This time, the Bounce Haus is on the back foot, having lost the tag team championships to Ace and Jack of Hearts. Stella Kinesis must defend her Werkhorse Lipsync title and the honor of Bounce Haus against Ace of Hearts! Margaret Murder, meanwhile, is in the fight of her life against Alpha B.R.A.D. in an MDW classic, the Rager in the Manger! Then the former Von Dooms (Dita and the newly reborn Mok Swagger) have a brutal and destructive Divorce Papers match! Finally, our reigning and defending champion Iris Von Moxxii will be up against her finest protegè turned bitter rival, Angel Fire! All this plus stand-up comedy, a burlesque performance from Daisy Dagger, a drag performance by Bironic, and a musical performance by Serena Palmer and the Bladder-Day Saints! ‘Tis the season for vengeance and lesions! Be there December 21st–bring your holiday cheer and New Year’s bloodlust!! All tickets are general admission. Drag Supporter Tickets are a way for patrons to provide more financial support to performers or their organization. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
Second Annual Wig-Snatching Rumble Royale
Saturday, March 8th // $20 // $25 Drag Supporter // Doors at 7:30 PM // Show at 8 PM // 18+ Montana Drag Wrestling reappears at the ZACC to perform the fites of spring! The MDW Championship is on the line in a menage a trois of mayhem as the domineering Iris Von Moxxii defends against both Angel Fire and Margaret Murder! Newly crowned Werkhorse Lipsync champion Ace of Hearts will defend against the sensational Bironic! Ace will also face double duty as one half of Pair of Hearts as their Tag Team Titles are defended against the BitterRooters Against Drag (B.R.A.D.s)! FINALLY, a Montana Drag Wrestling tradition CONTINUES as the Wig-Snatching Rumble Royale returns! 20 drag superstars from across the state and beyond will face off for the opportunity to challenge for the most sought-after accessory in drag wrestling: The MDW Championship! All that, PLUS LIVE PERFORMANCES BY: Saturn, R’know and stand-up comedy from Lil’ B.R.A.D.! You are COMPELLED to attend, for you will never truly know the sensation, the spectacle, the sheer salaciousness of Montana Drag Wrestling until you get your butt in our seats!! All tickets are general admission. Drag Supporter Tickets are a way for patrons to provide more financial support to performers or their organization. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
‘Winter Wonderland’ Drag Show
Saturday, December 7 // $10 // $15 Drag Supporter // Doors at 8 PM // Show at 9 PM // 18+ Are you starting to feel the nipping freeze of the upcoming holidays? Get out of the cold to join us for a red-hot holiday show! Don your gay apparel, enjoy time with community, watch some jolly drag performers deck the halls, and enter for a chance to win a Holiday Baked Goods raffle basket filled with delicious locally made treats! Doors will open at 8:00pm and the show gets started at 9:00pm! 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. All tickets are general admission. Drag Supporter Tickets are a way for patrons to provide more financial support to performers or their organization. For further information, accessibility, and inquiries please visit https://www.zootownarts.org/meet-the-zacc/about/.
