NYC Debut Production: Macbeth

A project in New York, NY by Name of Bird
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Shakespeare's story of violence, power, and gender told by a team of equals. An NYC theatre debut! Ensemble-produced theatre and art!
Backers: 128
Average Pledge Per Backer: $120

Funded: $15,366 of $15,000
Dates: Jun 7th -> Jul 22nd (45 days)
Project By: Name of Bird
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Latest News

We Reached Our Goal!!!

July 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
HUGS ALL AROUND!!!! WE DID IT!!!! WE HIT OUR ALL OR NOTHING GOAL!!!!!!!!!!!!  That means, minus fees, we can put all of our donors pledges to work and we have what we need to make our NYC Debut: Macbeth an official GO!!!  THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!!! ... (Read More)

BREAKING NEWS!! Dollar for Dollar Match EXTENDED!!!

July 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Yep, you read that right!!!  Our anonymous donor has agreed to EXTEND the DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR MATCH campaign until MIDNIGHT TONIGHT EST!  We only need $4,824 more to reach our goal! Just 20 HOURS LEFT!!!!!!! We can do this thing!!!! Remember, all... (Read More)

Get to Know the Team: New Cast Members!

July 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Frank Leone - New Cast Member! Alan Miller - New Cast Member! Name of Bird is thrilled to introduce our newest cast members for Macbeth - Frank Leone and Alan Miller! While they are new to our company and this production, these two phenomenal actors... (Read More)

24 Hr Dollar-For-Dollar MATCH!!

July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
BIG NEWS from Name of Bird! We have an anonymous donor who has offered to MATCH every donation we receive BETWEEN NOW AND SATURDAY at 5PM! That's 24hrs to double your donation!  Now is the perfect time to become a backer of Name of Bird's Debut NYC... (Read More)

Get To Know the Team: Meet the Macbeths!

July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Our Co-Founders, Bevin Bell-Hall and Tim Welsh, have worked tirelessly on Name of Bird's NYC debut production. You've heard from some of our ensemble. Now it's time you hear from them. We asked these two actors, certified in the Michael Chekhov... (Read More)

Get To Know the Team: Michael Glavan!

July 18th - via: kickstarter.com
It's time for another installment of "Get to Know the Team!" Before we dive in, let me just say a big THANK YOU to those who have already donated. Your support has helped us get so close to 50% of our goal. Can you find us those last few dollars?? ... (Read More)

Four More Days!!

July 17th - via: kickstarter.com
Friends!  We are just 4 DAYS away from the end of our Kickstarter journey!! We need just $254 to make it to 50% of our $15,000 goal! Can you help us get there? Share our posts, let your friends and family know about our goals and mission as a... (Read More)

New Donation Reward - VIP Gala!!!!

July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Are you searching for an artistic endeavor to support? Do you like drinking, eating, and socializing with NYC's finest Chekhovian actors? Then our newest donation level is for YOU!!!  If you donate $750 and above, you will receive a free pass to... (Read More)

Gear Up with a donation!!

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Have you been over to the rewards section of our kickstarter yet?? We've got some fun "thank-you" rewards including our most popular one -- a Personalized Sonnet for $100!   Wanna go above and Beyond?? Check out the reward for a $200 donation! It's... (Read More)

Sonnets on Saturdays

July 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Here's another sonnet request on this sunny Saturday! This one goes out to Jeff Kellogg, on how he met his soon-to-be-husband, Nathan! Thank you so much for your donation!!  You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with... (Read More)

Get to Know the Team: Max Amitin

July 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Time for another installation of "Get to Know the Team!" Today we are featuring Name of Bird's scenic designer and ensemble member (playing the role of Duncan!), Max Amitin!!! We asked him three questions about his work with Macbeth and Name of Bird:... (Read More)

Get to Know the Team: Giselle Chatelain

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi there Kickstarter Community!  Today, we're featuring one of our incredible company members in a segment we call "Get to Know the Team"! Today's featured player is Giselle Chatelain! She is our #FierceFemale #FightChoreographer . We asked her 3... (Read More)

New Reward Levels: Coffee Mug Design!

July 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Have you SEEN our awesome new donation levels and rewards??  This one is fun! If you donate $300 or more, you will receive a mug with the following logo on it ---  Mug Design - $300 Reward Level  But remember: These amazing rewards will only be... (Read More)

Start Your Week With a Sonnet!

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello Kickstarter!  Here's another Sonnet Request that goes out to our incredible backer, Frances! Thank you so much for your donation. Enjoy your sonnet on the topic of your furry friend, Trish! You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this... (Read More)

A Sonnet for Jay and Craig! Thank You!

July 7th - via: kickstarter.com
A huge thank you goes out to our backers Jay and Craig for their generous donation. As promised, here is your sonnet on the topic of "Summer Solstice". Enjoy!  You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play... (Read More)

New Rewards!!! New Donation Levels!!! Check Us Out!!!

July 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Kickstarter Fam!  If you haven't already, head on over to our rewards section to see all the BRAND NEW reward levels we've added to our campaign!  New goodies include: a Name of Bird T-Shirt for $200+, a coffee mug with the slogan "Scotland... (Read More)

1/3rd of the Way!!! Celebrate with a Sonnet!!!!

July 5th - via: kickstarter.com
We've reached our daily goal: 1/3rd of our funding is now COMPLETE thanks to our generous backers!!!  To celebrate, here's another sonnet request. This one goes out to Improbable Stage! They are another incredible Ensemble theatre in NYC. Thank you... (Read More)

Another Day, Another Sonnet!

July 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Hey guys! Thank you so much for your generous donations! We are nearly 1/3 of the way to our $15,000 goal!  Check out our newest Sonnet Request video - Shoutout to Sheila Chatelain for her donation and for the topic of this sonnet: Giselle... (Read More)

So Close to 25%!!!!

June 29th - via: kickstarter.com
Hey there, Kickstarter Family!  Name of Bird is SO THANKFUL for all of your generous contributions. This work cannot be done without you.  Our campaign is swiftly approaching its deadline, with 23 days left to reach our goal. We are SO CLOSE to... (Read More)

The Making of a Pratfall

June 21st - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you to our backer Gaylie Bell-Stewart for the prompt for this video!  Want your own custom video from Name of Bird?? Check out the rewards section of our Kickstarter and donate!!!  You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content.... (Read More)

First Sonnet Request!

June 18th - via: kickstarter.com
You'll need an HTML5 capable browser to see this content. Play Replay with sound Play with sound 00:00 00:00  (Read More)

First $1000!

June 18th - via: kickstarter.com
We broke $1000! Thank you to ALL our incredible patrons for being part of our story.  Keep spreading the word! Only 34 days left to reach our goal!  Share the link to our Kickstarter with friends and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter!... (Read More)

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