- Getting the word out and organizing readings in the U.S. Readings are free in April but are able to be free anytime so long as it serves a charitable or educational purpose
- Compiling a Study Packet for School Performances
- Compiling a Pitch Packet for School Performances
- Coordinating a Kick-off Anniversary Reading for our cast (whoever is available) to perform on the Anniversary this year (I’ll be sending out more info on that soon)
- A list of Chernobyl Charities in the U.S.
- List of Chernobyl Charities outside the U.S. & U.K.
- Photocopying Assistance for Scripts to be mailed to interested charities/groups (both monetarily or compilation)
- Mailing Assistance (both monetarily or compilation)
- Planning for a fundraiser this summer, to fund our own VFC presentations
- Compilation and Maintenance of Mailing List
- Compilation and Organization of Costume & Prop Stock
- Storage Space for Costume & Prop Stock
- Anniversary Readings International Coordinator
- Publicity & Marketing, specifically Press Releases
- See our Link: VFC Anniversary Readings Guidelines Packet
March 12, 2008
Where we Need Help
January 1, 2008
With the New Year Comes a New Beginning
Last year, at the October performance I knitted an endless scarf that was over 10 feet long at the end of the run. But the scarf was made out of some expensive yarn and for me to continue I needed something that wouldn’t affect my bank account. Yarns are not cheap and so I decided to look for some at thrift stores and at the 99 c store.
Since I couldn’t find anything that I liked and anything that would fit my budget if I was to knit something 100 feet long, I posted an inquiry for free yarn on bigcheap, on freecycle and on Hollywood-Happy-Hour.
Within a couple of days, I picked up one big box of yarn from an artist in Silver Lake and another big bag from Kristina Wong, an actress who knitted during one of her own stage productions.
And the yarn was beautiful! All kinds of colors, textures, thicknesses and types. I decided to undo the original Chornobyl scarf and use the expensive yarn to make a scarf for myself this winter. And I was looking forward to starting a new one for VOICES from this donated batch.
So with the New Year starting, I’d like to think of the scarf as a symbol for a New Beginning.
Happy New Year to all! May your dreams come true! Be happy, healthy and kind!
November 20, 2007
VOICES needs your help!
www.voicesfromchornobyl.com
VOICES FROM CHORNOBYL:
CHRONICLE OF THE FUTURE
“I don’t know what to tell you about – Death or Love? Or is it one and the same?” – Fireman’s Wife
Adapted & Directed by Cindy Marie Jenkins
Produced by Special Arrangement with Galina Dursthoff, Inc.
November 19, 2007
A young Ukrainian haunts me:
I can tell you my story. They tell me not to want children. My mother said it was a sin for us to have children.
These words echoed those of many others in Svetlana Alexievich’s book Voices From Chernobyl; this book incited a 3-year journey to realize the stories into a play. The stories of these survivors of the worst nuclear plant disaster in history brought into light how little the world was aware of this event, and specifically how it affected individual lives. The humanity of the people involved became a secondary discussion topic to the vast scientific and political implications of such a disaster. It became clear that I had to spread their compelling stories and activate my peers to take part in this project. Through the process of producing the play, I’ve been able to bring some attention to their stories but only in a limited capacity. Through these survivors, who live these stories, I wish to promote awareness of the world around us.
Now I have that chance and I need your help.
The UK Conference of Chernobyl Charities asked me to speak at their conference in March and explain how Voices can raise money for the children they help. We hope to present a Demo film of the play at this conference, along with providing the materials needed for future fundraisers.
Voices From Chornobyl has been invited to perform in
Our goal is to raise $10,000 to present a professional touring production of the play as part of a larger fundraising project. The ultimate goal is to present the play around the world on the 25th anniversary of the accident, April 26, 2009, and for all proceeds to benefit Chernobyl charities.
Any donation of $5,000 or more gives you an Associate Producer credit on the production and our website. Please review the attached sheet for different levels of support and our request for in-kind gifts.
All Donations are tax-deductible, just in time for Tax Season!
Please make all Checks Payable to: The Menander Theatre Company and mail to:
The Menander Theatre Company,
510 N Crescent Heights Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90048
Note: VFC to endure that your donation is properly directed.
Sincerely,
Cindy Marie Jenkins
Adaptor & Director
Please check (√) Your Sponsorship Level and Mail Your Check by December 31, 2007 to ensure your Tax Deduction.
Donations received by December 15, 2007 will receive a free copy of the book Voices From Chernobyl , true accounts on which the play is based. All Donors will be named in the Demo’s credits, unless you request Anonymity.
Please make all Checks Payable to: The Menander Theatre Company and mail in the envelope provided. Note: VFC
Orchard ___Yes, I will donate $5,000 and receive Assoc. Producer Credit
Other Benefits: *Credited as Major Donor on Film and all Publicity, including the VFC website
*Free Copy of Demo DVD
*Free Copy of Chernobyl Heart, the documentary
*2 Free all-inclusive Tickets to Summer Fundraiser
*Framed Production Stills autographed by cast and crew
*Free Performance or Viewing for Southern California-based business, organization or school
*Magnet of Show’s Logo
Tree ___Yes, I will donate $2,500 and receive the following Thank-You Gifts:
*Free Copy of Demo DVD (With Name listed as Major Donor)
*Free Copy of Chernobyl Heart, the documentary
*2 Free all-inclusive Tickets to Summer Fundraiser
*Framed Production Stills autographed by cast and crew
*Free Performance or Viewing for Southern California-based business, organization or school
*Magnet of Show’s Logo
Bushel ___Yes, I will donate $1,000 and receive these Thank-You Gifts:
*Free Copy of Demo DVD (With Name listed as Major Donor)
*2 Free all-inclusive Tickets to Summer Fundraiser
*Framed Production Stills autographed by cast and crew
*Magnet of Show’s Logo
Crate ___Yes, I will donate $500 and receive the following Thank-You Gifts:
*Free Copy of Demo DVD (With Name listed as Donor)
*Framed Production Stills autographed by cast and crew
*Magnet of Show’s Logo
Apple Pie ___Yes, I will donate $100 and receive these Thank-You Gifts:
*Free Copy of Demo DVD (With Name listed as Donor)
*Magnet of Show’s Logo
Applesauce___Yes, I will donate $50 and receive these Thank-You Gift:
*Free Copy of Demo DVD (With Name listed as Donor)
*************************************************In-Kind Donations Requested*************************************
Values are estimates and may also be subject to Tax Deductions
300 sheets Epson Photo Quality Ink Jet Paper $75 Value
Guerrilla Marketing Online & Postcard Drops $200 Value
(This service can be done remotely and we’ll provide the info!)
P.A. (2 days of shooting) $100 Value
Camera Rental (so we have more than one) $200 Value
Camera Tapes (900 minutes) $100 Value
Postage $100 Value
House Crew $25 Value/show
Still Photography Package (2 days of shooting) $1,000 Value
Line Producer (Pre-Production & 2 days of shooting) $2,000 Value
Have a service that isn’t listed? Email voicesfromchornobyltheatrical@gmail.com