9/17/24

Key City Public Theatre becomes the first recipient of the Port Townsend Sunrise Rotary’s new theater arts education scholarship created in memory of cherished local actor, community arts leader, and fellow Rotarian: Consuelo Aduviso Brennan

Photo Credit: KCPT

The leadership of Key City Public Theatre (KCPT) was extremely moved by the gracious gesture and generosity from Sunrise Rotary whose motto is “Create Hope in the World.” The named scholarship funds dedicated to our late friend and beloved artist Consuelo Aduviso, along with an additional member-recommended grant, totaled $2,500 for youth theater education. These funds fueled KCPT summer camp opportunities this summer in Chetzemoka Park for 28 students ages 1st - 6th grade, many of whom had previously been taught by Consuelo.

Consuelo Aduviso Brennan passed away on August 9, 2023, at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle after suffering a stroke in July. Consuelo was a dedicated wife, mother, daughter, sister, teacher, director, actor, community volunteer, and friend. She was a member of the Port Townsend Sunrise Rotary herself and volunteered hundreds of hours in various roles at Chimacum schools and arts organizations.

In addition to the youth theater education scholarship in her honor, Sunrise Rotary has teamed up with the Jefferson County Health Department to periodically host a blood pressure and stroke awareness booth at the Port Townsend Farmers Market. Consuelo’s performance history at KCPT for more than a decade included REDD, AROUND THE WORLD IN LESS THAN EIGHTY DAYS, MERCY FALLS, MEN ON BOATS, WOMEN IN JEOPARDY, THE ART OF DINING, and numerous appearances in new works at PlayFest each year. She played many parts in Los Angeles theaters including East West Players, A Noise Within, Will & Company, Grupo de Teatro Sinergia Theatre, and Arroyo Repertory Theatre. Regionally she also performed with The Paradise Theatre School and Seattle’s Eclectic Theater. Consuelo’s on-camera work included “Shrill,” “3 Busy Debras,” and Wes Hurley’s “Potato Dreams of America.”

An active teaching artist, for 12 years, Consuelo taught with the Olympic Home School Connection with the Crescent School District, annually directing her students in a full-length production of a Shakespearean play. Consuelo served on the teaching staff at Key City Public Theatre for 10 years, working with our youngest students in summer camps, directing students in performance intensives, and helping to launch our immersive in-school program begun in 2022. She was a union arts worker foundational to our community and her legacy will be carried on in the hearts and minds of the next generation. If you would like to help carry on Consuelo’s legacy of professional theater arts education for our County’s youth, please contact KCPT at keycitypublictheatre.org/donate, or, to contribute to Sunrise Rotary’s named scholarship fund learn more at ptsunriserotary.org.

9/5/24

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**Key City Public Theatre garners many Sound on Stage Awards nominations for the 2023-24 Season**

Photo Credit: Greg Heilman

Port Townsend, WA – Key City Public Theatre is buzzing with excitement after receiving an unprecedented 10 nominations in the prestigious Sound on Stage Awards, marking a significant achievement in the organization’s history. These nominations highlight the exceptional talent and dedication of the entire Key City team.

The critically acclaimed production of Gunmetal Blues led the nominations with six nods:

Best Musical: Gunmetal Blues
Best Direction: Brendan Chambers for Gunmetal Blues
Best Performance - Lead Actor: Geoffrey Simmons for Gunmetal Blues
Best Performance - Featured Actor: Christa Holbrook for Gunmetal Blues
Best Set Design: Katie Oman for Gunmetal Blues
Best Lighting Design: Albert Mendez for Gunmetal Blues

In addition to Gunmetal Blues, the theater received nominations in the following categories:

Best Original Production: playwright Gin Hammond for Living Incognegro
Best Original Production: playwright Doug Given for What the Dickens?!
Best Theatre Experience: Key City Public Theatre
Best Stage Manager: Bry Kifolo for Key City Public Theatre’s Season

These nominations underscore the exceptional artistry and innovation that define Key City Public Theatre’s contributions to the regional arts scene.

We also want to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our talented artist friends who have worked with us in the past and are also nominated this year, including Mark Rabe, James Rocco, Allen Fitzpatrick, and Marlette Buchanan. It is beyond humbling to be nominated up against so many prestigious regional theatres, including The 5th Avenue, Seattle Rep, and Village Theatres.

Now, help us secure the Gold! Please vote for Key City Public Theatre in the category of People's Choice Award for Musical, where you can choose our musical Gunmetal Blues for best production of the past year. Your vote can help us celebrate the artistry being nurtured in our community.

To vote go directly to: forms.gle/vUr8EnCXCsbvg8de6

You are also welcome to join two dozen KCPT artists, family, and friends on the trek down to the ceremony at Tacoma Little Theater on September 15th at 7:00 pm, details are available at www.thesoundonstage.org. Tickets are free!

Let’s come together to honor the creativity and passion that make Key City Public Theatre a cornerstone of our community. Your support not only celebrates our achievements but also fuels our commitment to bringing more exceptional theater experiences to Port Townsend. Thank you for standing with us on this incredible journey, and we look forward to sharing many more magical moments with you, our dedicated audience.

8/23/24

VOTE for us for PEOPLE'S CHOICE

Congrats to all of our Key City Public Theatre nominees for the Sound on Stage Theatre Awards! We have garnered a dazzling 10 nominations! Check out our nominations below!

For more information about the award show, please visit: https://www.thesoundonstage.org/awards

Stage Manager