The Tiny Theater is back this summer at the Big Sky Farmer’s Market. It all started with a 14’ cargo trailer and a couple of theater-makers who knew nothing about trailer brakes. Conceived in partnership between the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center and Nervous Theatre, The Tiny Theater is our newest experiment in putting theater on wheels and bringing it to where folks are.
An ancient concept (i.e. medieval strolling players) modernized for today’s mountain audiences, the Tiny Theater is entering its second summer with a fully operational stage featuring two performers each week, putting on tiny plays in rotation throughout the market. Powered by a multitude of rechargeable lithium batteries and solar panels, the Tiny Theater functions off the grid.
Audiences can enjoy a new stage this summer with performances that last between 7 -10 minutes in any iteration weekly at the Big Sky Farmers market. Stay for one minute or eleven; there is a tiny storyline for everybody. In addition to the novel visual spectacle, patrons also enjoy the tiny play through headphones to simulate a truly dynamic theatre experience without disrupting neighboring vendors and other performers at the market.
Based in Bozeman, MT, Nervous Theatre is a theatrical collective dedicated to creating and touring new works and radically reimagined classics. Their work places an emphasis on process and co-creation through collaborative devising. Nervous Theatre’s productions have been presented across the country, most recently at Gloucester Stage (MA), The Boston Conservatory, and Tinworks Art (MT).
All Show Dates:
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, June 19, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM ‡
Wednesday, June 26, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, July 3, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, July 10, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, July 17, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, July 31, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, August 7, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, August 21, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 5:00-8:00 PM
Runtime of each show is ~11 minutes, running continuously with short breaks all evening. This is a free event with no tickets required.
‡ Shows where Sam Pedersen is a featured performer