Planet Ant

Hamtown Races takes place at the Al Ameer Cafe, a family business belonging to Lebanese immigrants that plays host to a colorful and diverse collection of characters, each representative of the varied and shifting cultures in Hamtramck.
September 21 – October 13, 2012, 8 PM

CHAMPIONS.

Late Night Series
Directed by Lauren Bickers
Written and Performed by Summer Colony Fest winning troupe, Question Marky Mark.
October 26 – November 10, 2012, 9 PM

BRINGING UP BABY NEW YEAR

Late Night Series
Directed by Shawn Handlon
Written and Performed by Mike McGettigan, Dave Davies, Dyan Bailey and Lauren Bickers.

Planet Ant’s Monday-night-improv Home Team take the old-school approach to create a one-act play, born from improv, that is sure to spread laughter at pandemic levels!
November 23 – December 15, 2012, 9 PM

LAMBERT STREET

Late Night Series

Inspired by the politically charged 1970′s TV show “All in the Family,” "Lambert Street" is about a family and their friends living on a typical street on Detroit’s eastside. Through conversations among the various characters, the show reveals the intricate social and economic dynamics of Detroit and the joys and tensions shared among its residents, those who stayed and those who have returned or have moved to the city for the first time. This show will provide a comedic, yet heartfelt look at Detroit’s future, present and past using the backdrop of an ordinary city street and its residents.

Directed by 2012 Box Fest Winner: Jackie Strez
January 18 – February 2, 2013, 9 PM

ACTION SPORTS NEWS

Main Stage Production

Wrtten & Directed by: Dyan Bailey and Mike McGettigan
Action Sports News follows a mediocre mid-level news anchor, Gloria Day, who has been stuck at a job she hates for far too long. When an overly nostalgic boss, a hot shot ex-Olympian, and a complacent crew all threaten to disrupt a potential opportunity, Gloria vows to stop at nothing to get what she’s entitled to.
March 8 – March 30, 2013, 8 PM

FISH DINNER: SECOND HELPING

Late Night Series
Directed by Dave Davies
Written and Performed by Quintin Hicks
The one-man show that snapped up a pair of Wilde Awards in 2011 returns with a parade of new characters and a few familiar faces.
April 5 – April 20, 2013, 9 PM

BRIMSTONE AND TREACLE

Main Stage Production

Written by Dennis Potter
Directed by Dave Davies
A middle-class couple is catastrophically affected by an accident which leaves their teenage daughter in a catatonic state. The situation soon changes when a mysterious young stranger arrives who may be the answer to their prayers or a devil in disguise. Decide for yourself if there’s benefit to evil in this controversial, Gothic modern parable. 
May 10 – June 1, 2013

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INTERMEDIATE INTENSIVE
w/Quintin Hicks

Sharpen your skills by learning from one of the best in the biz! Expert improviser, Quintin Hicks, will assess your skills and help you take your scene work to a whole new level.

This six week course focuses on connection, listening, character, and reaction.  It is ideal for a wide range of improvisers, including those who've just mastered the basics all the way to seasoned players seeking to fine tune their abilities.

$150 for a 6 week session.

Purchase Class.

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IMPROV FORMS
w/Margaret Edwartowski

When it comes to long form improv, there are countless ways to play. Explore a variety of forms with one of Detroit's most experienced and revered improv teachers, Margaret Edwartowski. Of course a form is only as good as the rest of the skills the players bring to it, so there will also be a focus on scene work, connection, character, acceptance and surrender. 

$150 for a 6 week session. 

Purchase Class.

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THE ANT PROCESS

Entry by audition only!*

Current Instructor: Mike McGettigan

*The inaugural Process group has been cast! Please check back for your next chance to audition!

WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT:

In this capstone program, students will learn Planet Ant’s unique process for creating an original comedy play from improvisation. This 12 week course will culminate in a two weekend run of an original comedy production that you helped create. Plus, participants will split 20% of the box office receipts from the run!

Each process will be limited to 4-6 students as determined by an improvisational audition.* The instructor and various Home Team members will be present at the audition. 

The number of students, and which students are in each class will be determined by the auditions and the instructor with input from the Home Team members who are present at the auditions.

*We ask that you have at least one year of improv training and and stage experience. Please consider this before emailing to request an audition time. 

CLASS DATES:

Class dates will be determined by the instructor and the students after the class members have been chosen. Please note that the class will likely meet twice in the last week leading up to the show. 

CLASS FEE:

The Process fee is $300 per student. This can be paid in full at the start of instruction or it can be paid in two installments: $150 at the start and $150 at the six week mark.

CAST PAY:

That’s right! The cast will make money based on ticket sales for their June show dates. The cast will be given 20% of the profit from the performances to be split among each member.

FINAL SHOW DATES FOR SPRING ANT PROCESS GROUP:

June 7, 8, 14, 15 

All shows at 8 PM, $10

Questions? Email jamen@planetant.com