Performing Arts Studio West Opens Brilliant New Play - Even If They Do Say So Themselves

“The National Cesspool! is PASW's third original musical and combines a talented ensemble cast, traditional Broadway show elements and the fast paced style of contemporary music videos. It is a brilliant showcase that exemplifies the acting, singing, dance and technical talents of the studio's clients and staff." says PASW founder John Paizis.

The show is about tabloid newspaper editor Captain Demosthenes Pride, who after 23 years has finally decided to retire. He must now choose his successor from an eccentric team of writers and office staff:  whoever pitches the “story to beat all stories” gets his job. The characters include a paranormal investigative reporter, a lonely-hearts columnist, a hungry intern, the paper’s malevolent owner and daughter, and of course, a psychic. This unique production features fourteen original songs, seven of which are presented as special effects driven music videos.    

One of the greatest creative undertakings in its history, The National Cesspool! embodies the very purpose of Performing Arts Studio West, and illuminates its greatest successes.   

PASW is a privately owned, state funded acting, music, dance and production studio staffed by entertainment industry professionals that offers classes and work opportunities to performers with developmental and other closely related disabilities. The only facility of its kind in the world, PASW opened its doors in 1998 and has served hundreds of performers with skill development (both creative and technical), live performance opportunities, talent management and placement.  PASW clients have appeared in over 650 roles in theater, film, television, commercial, industrial, voice-over and print ad projects – in just the last four years! 

The PASW client cast includes - Nick Daley (Ryan Rumble), Ryan Lauter (Bernie Graceland), Michelle Marks (Loretta Longley), August McAdoo (Sheppard O), Carol Ann Moores (Mrs. Cedergren), Pam Rawuka (Sandra Love-Hart), Adam Spring (Hamilton Black), Ronald Williams (Zabdo Ezrababdo), Ayode Woods (Abdo Ezrababdo) and Igor Zaninovich (Lenny Oldman).  PASW staff cast is Teresa Campbell (Coco Puff), Diana Jordan (Doria Person), John Paizis (Captain Demosthenes Pride), Raymond Parker (Marconi) and Joe Seabe (Sammy Sata’n).  Additional cast includes Claudene Neysmith (Lucinda Longley), Karen Speitel (Alicia Allen-Alwayson) and Erin Young (Maggie Margolis).

Written by John Paizis, co-written and directed by Raymond Parker, and produced by Randy Klinenberg in conjunction with Loyola Marymount University.  “As an alumnus of LMU, I’m fortunate to be collaborating with both the Theater Arts and Small Business Development Departments to present and market this show.  We look forward to using this event as a way to educate the community about the mission of PASW and the talent of our performers,” said Klinenberg. 

The National Cesspool! plays Friday, May 18 at 8pm, Saturday, May 19 at 2pm and 8pm and Sunday, May 20 at 2pm.  Tickets are $15 in advance, $10 for students and $20 at the door and can be purchased by calling 310.674.1346 x202.  Foley Theater is located at Loyola Marymount University, 1 LMU Drive in Los Angeles.  Free parking is available on the LMU campus next to Foley Theater.

For more production information, please contact Deborah at Spinner PR on 323.467.7633 or brosseaupr@aol.com. 

  
ABOUT PASW:

Performing Arts Studio West is a privately-owned, state-funded acting, music, dance and production studio staffed by entertainment industry professionals that offers classes and work opportunities to performers with developmental and other closely related disabilities.  The only facility of its kind in the world, PASW opened its doors in 1998 and has served hundreds of performers with skill development (both creative and technical), live performance opportunities, talent management and placement.  PASW clients have appeared in over 650 roles in theater, film, television, commercial, industrial, voice-over and print ad projects.  Award winning actors Sean Penn, Charlize Theron, Jon Voight, Edward James Olmos, C.C.H. Pounder and Harry J. Lennix have visited and been guest speakers.     

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