The CATLab

Bev Cromwell is retired and living in Albuquerque, NM. She still loves to travel and trying new things - even if they don't work out very well. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ How do we shape and tell stories? Using the Story Club model, this production will showcase non-fiction stories, written and performed by CNM students. Students will workshop their own chosen, personal stories and develop that into a 1300 word, 8 minute podcast performance piece. I want students to explore themes and arguments of their choosing; some will be prolific in human nature; others lighthearted and comedic in delivery; all will have a singular goal: to share a truthful human experience and to better understand ourselves and others; and of course to have fun in the process. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ Directed by Lori Uebelhart Stage Manger: Hannah Miles Producer: E. Dani Belvin Audio Engineer: Dan Dave Larson Theme Music by Dan Dave Larson Story Club CNM was created with support and guidance from Dana Norris, founder of Story Club ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ To find out more about Story Club visit storyclubchicago.com For more infomation about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat You can access past podcast performances by the CNM Theatre Department by checking out the CAT Lab Presents Podcast at catlab.pinecast.co or wherever you get your podcasts Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Dan Dave Larson is a musical artist, audio engineer, and billboard charting music producer. As a student at CNM, Dan Dave has chosen to pursue the theatrical arts to expand his repertoire, gain acting abilities, and adapt a new repertoire of performance art skills. Growing up during his early formative years in the Rio Rancho and Albuquerque area, Mr. Larson moved around the USA as a result of military service and personal adventure, only having returned after a sixteen year absence in 2021. Known in his music scene formerly as ‘Elay Arson’, Dan Dave Larson continues his music and creative ventures under his own full name. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ How do we shape and tell stories? Using the Story Club model, this production will showcase non-fiction stories, written and performed by CNM students. Students will workshop their own chosen, personal stories and develop that into a 1300 word, 8 minute podcast performance piece. I want students to explore themes and arguments of their choosing; some will be prolific in human nature; others lighthearted and comedic in delivery; all will have a singular goal: to share a truthful human experience and to better understand ourselves and others; and of course to have fun in the process. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ Directed by Lori Uebelhart Stage Manger: Hannah Miles Producer: E. Dani Belvin Audio Engineer: Dan Dave Larson Theme Music by Dan Dave Larson Story Club CNM was created with support and guidance from Dana Norris, founder of Story Club ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ To find out more about Story Club visit storyclubchicago.com For more infomation about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat You can access past podcast performances by the CNM Theatre Department by checking out the CAT Lab Presents Podcast at catlab.pinecast.co or wherever you get your podcasts Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

If you want a happy story, where no one gets hurt, everyone laughs, and the main character gets the girl, this isn't the story you want. There is death, there is loss, and there is trauma. If these trigger you, turn around now. You will cry. You've been warned. This isn't for your entertainment, it's a message to someone I care about, very much. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ How do we shape and tell stories? Using the Story Club model, this production will showcase non-fiction stories, written and performed by CNM students. Students will workshop their own chosen, personal stories and develop that into a 1300 word, 8 minute podcast performance piece. I want students to explore themes and arguments of their choosing; some will be prolific in human nature; others lighthearted and comedic in delivery; all will have a singular goal: to share a truthful human experience and to better understand ourselves and others; and of course to have fun in the process. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ Directed by Lori Uebelhart Stage Manger: Hannah Miles Producer: E. Dani Belvin Audio Engineer: Dan Dave Larson Theme Music by Dan Dave Larson Story Club CNM was created with support and guidance from Dana Norris, founder of Story Club ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ To find out more about Story Club visit storyclubchicago.com For more infomation about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat You can access past podcast performances by the CNM Theatre Department by checking out the CAT Lab Presents Podcast at catlab.pinecast.co or wherever you get your podcasts Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Hi! My name is Sydney Cawthon. I am 21-year-old college student at CNM. I have been doing Theater since freshman year of High school and have been obsessed with acting ever since. I am about to be a College Graduate with an Assoicates Degree in Theater! Thank you for listening to my story. It's very dear to my heart. See you in the movies! ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ How do we shape and tell stories? Using the Story Club model, this production will showcase non-fiction stories, written and performed by CNM students. Students will workshop their own chosen, personal stories and develop that into a 1300 word, 8 minute podcast performance piece. I want students to explore themes and arguments of their choosing; some will be prolific in human nature; others lighthearted and comedic in delivery; all will have a singular goal: to share a truthful human experience and to better understand ourselves and others; and of course to have fun in the process. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ Directed by Lori Uebelhart Stage Manger: Hannah Miles Producer: E. Dani Belvin Audio Engineer: Dan Dave Larson Theme Music by Dan Dave Larson Story Club CNM was created with support and guidance from Dana Norris, founder of Story Club ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ To find out more about Story Club visit storyclubchicago.com For more infomation about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat You can access past podcast performances by the CNM Theatre Department by checking out the CAT Lab Presents Podcast at catlab.pinecast.co or wherever you get your podcasts Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Gregory is someone who likes to create in a whole bunch of mediums. Wants to be an artist when they grow up. An actual grown old child who actually enjoys getting lost in the forest & finding a nice tree to sit under whist practicing doing nothing; better & longer. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ How do we shape and tell stories? Using the Story Club model, this production will showcase non-fiction stories, written and performed by CNM students. Students will workshop their own chosen, personal stories and develop that into a 1300 word, 8 minute podcast performance piece. I want students to explore themes and arguments of their choosing; some will be prolific in human nature; others lighthearted and comedic in delivery; all will have a singular goal: to share a truthful human experience and to better understand ourselves and others; and of course to have fun in the process. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ Directed by Lori Uebelhart Stage Manger: Hannah Miles Producer: E. Dani Belvin Audio Engineer: Dan Dave Larson Story Club CNM was created with support and guidance from Dana Norris, founder of Story Club ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ To find out more about Story Club visit storyclubchicago.com For more infomation about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat You can access past podcast performances by the CNM Theatre Department by checking out the CAT Lab Presents Podcast at catlab.pinecast.co or wherever you get your podcasts Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Hi, I’m Johnny Martinez a Theatre major at CNM. I stepped into the film industry as a movie extra in 2015. I’m currently breaking into the industry as a hairdresser. Thank you for your time and for listening. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ How do we shape and tell stories? Using the Story Club model, this production will showcase non-fiction stories, written and performed by CNM students. Students will workshop their own chosen, personal stories and develop that into a 1300 word, 8 minute podcast performance piece. I want students to explore themes and arguments of their choosing; some will be prolific in human nature; others lighthearted and comedic in delivery; all will have a singular goal: to share a truthful human experience and to better understand ourselves and others; and of course to have fun in the process. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ Directed by Lori Uebelhart Stage Manger: Hannah Miles Producer: E. Dani Belvin Audio Engineer: Dan Dave Larson Theme Music by Dan Dave Larson Story Club CNM was created with support and guidance from Dana Norris, founder of Story Club ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ To find out more about Story Club visit storyclubchicago.com For more infomation about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat You can access past podcast performances by the CNM Theatre Department by checking out the CAT Lab Presents Podcast at catlab.pinecast.co or wherever you get your podcasts Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Kevin Dixon works and lives in Albuquerque. Story Club was his first acting project at CNM, and his first pursuit of nonfiction writing. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ How do we shape and tell stories? Using the Story Club model, this production will showcase non-fiction stories, written and performed by CNM students. Students will workshop their own chosen, personal stories and develop that into a 1300 word, 8 minute podcast performance piece. I want students to explore themes and arguments of their choosing; some will be prolific in human nature; others lighthearted and comedic in delivery; all will have a singular goal: to share a truthful human experience and to better understand ourselves and others; and of course to have fun in the process. ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ Directed by Lori Uebelhart Stage Manger: Hannah Miles Producer: E. Dani Belvin Audio Engineer: Dan Dave Larson Theme Music by Dan Dave Larson Story Club CNM was created with support and guidance from Dana Norris, founder of Story Club ◈◆◈◆◈◆◈◆◈ To find out more about Story Club visit storyclubchicago.com For more infomation about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat You can access past podcast performances by the CNM Theatre Department by checking out the CAT Lab Presents Podcast at catlab.pinecast.co or wherever you get your podcasts Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Sombra, Sol, and Shadow set off on their next journey. ꧁꧂ Inspired by artwork at Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico. For more information about Harwood Art Center visit harwoodartcenter.org ꧁꧂ Sombras was conceived, created, and written by Emery Barrera, E. Dani Belvin, Kelly Brenholdt, Ana Cristina de la Cruz, Alo Haaf, Lasha Helena Kirker, and Morgan Tracy Director: E. Dani Belvin Stage Manager: Lasha Helena Kirker Producer: Stephanie Grilo Faculty Liaison: Leonard Madrid Publicity: Morgan Tracy Editing Team: Colin Stapleton, Leonard Madrid, Lucy Ventura, Christopher Wertman Music by Yesol, find out more at https://coryfeder.com ** This episode's cast includes: Sombra: Morgan Tracy Sol: Kelly Brenholdt Shadow: Ana Cristina de la Cruz Mom: Angela Rose Lueras Dad: Colin Stapleton This episode was edited by Leonard Madrid ꧁꧂ CATLab Presents: Sombras begins April 10, 2021. Listen online or visit Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico for an outdoor, socially distant, self-guided immersive experience. For more information about Sombras visit https://bit.ly/3utub5k For more information about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Sombra traverses forgiveness, re-connection, and the return to home. ꧁꧂ Inspired by artwork at Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico: The Roving Table Women in Design New Mexico, Katya Crawford (lead artist) Wood, Paint, Steel Commissioned by Harwood Art Center, 2016 Made possible by Women & Creativity For more information about Harwood Art Center visit harwoodartcenter.org ꧁꧂ Sombras was conceived, created, and written by Emery Barrera, E. Dani Belvin, Kelly Brenholdt, Ana Cristina de la Cruz, Alo Haaf, Lasha Helena Kirker, and Morgan Tracy Director: E. Dani Belvin Stage Manager: Lasha Helena Kirker Producer: Stephanie Grilo Faculty Liaison: Leonard Madrid Publicity: Morgan Tracy Editing Team: Colin Stapleton, Leonard Madrid, Lucy Ventura, Christopher Wertman Music by Yesol, find out more at https://coryfeder.com ** This episode's cast includes: Sombra: Morgan Tracy Mom: Angela Rose Lueras This episode was edited by Christopher Wertman ꧁꧂ CATLab Presents: Sombras begins April 10, 2021. Listen online or visit Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico for an outdoor, socially distant, self-guided immersive experience. For more information about Sombras visit https://bit.ly/3utub5k For more information about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Sombra encounters an old friend while trying to hone her powers. ꧁꧂ Inspired by artwork at Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico: The Ties that Bind Caitlin Carcerano painted mural on panel, south stairwells Commissioned by Harwood Art Center, 2021 Made possible by Urban Enhancement Trust Fund For more information about Harwood Art Center visit harwoodartcenter.org ꧁꧂ Sombras was conceived, created, and written by Emery Barrera, E. Dani Belvin, Kelly Brenholdt, Ana Cristina de la Cruz, Alo Haaf, Lasha Helena Kirker, and Morgan Tracy Director: E. Dani Belvin Stage Manager: Lasha Helena Kirker Producer: Stephanie Grilo Faculty Liaison: Leonard Madrid Publicity: Morgan Tracy Editing Team: Colin Stapleton, Leonard Madrid, Lucy Ventura, Christopher Wertman Music by Yesol, find out more at https://coryfeder.com ** This episode's cast includes: Sombra: Morgan Tracy Shadow: Ana Cristina de la Cruz This episode was edited by Colin Stapleton ꧁꧂ CATLab Presents: Sombras begins April 10, 2021. Listen online or visit Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico for an outdoor, socially distant, self-guided immersive experience. For more information about Sombras visit https://bit.ly/3utub5k For more information about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Sombra settles into life with her mentor, Rat. ꧁꧂ Inspired by artwork at Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico: Doors Kathamann _Doors _has been exhibited around New Mexico (and Houston) and is now on temporary loan to Harwood from the collection of John Abrams. It was originally created in 1994 and is made of salvaged VW doors. For more information about Harwood Art Center visit harwoodartcenter.org ꧁꧂ Sombras was conceived, created, and written by Emery Barrera, E. Dani Belvin, Kelly Brenholdt, Ana Cristina de la Cruz, Alo Haaf, Lasha Helena Kirker, and Morgan Tracy Director: E. Dani Belvin Stage Manager: Lasha Helena Kirker Producer: Stephanie Grilo Faculty Liaison: Leonard Madrid Publicity: Morgan Tracy Editing Team: Colin Stapleton, Leonard Madrid, Lucy Ventura, Christopher Wertman Music by Yesol, find out more at https://coryfeder.com ** This episode's cast includes: Sombra: Morgan Tracy Rat: Alo Haaf Alpha: Emery Barrera This episode was edited by Lucy Ventura ꧁꧂ CATLab Presents: Sombras begins April 10, 2021. Listen online or visit Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico for an outdoor, socially distant, self-guided immersive experience. For more information about Sombras visit https://bit.ly/3utub5k For more information about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Sombra and her shadow. ꧁꧂ Inspired by artwork at Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico: Nectar Kin Ade Cruz Commissioned by Harwood Art Center, 2021 For more information about Harwood Art Center visit harwoodartcenter.org ꧁꧂ Sombras was conceived, created, and written by Emery Barrera, E. Dani Belvin, Kelly Brenholdt, Ana Cristina de la Cruz, Alo Haaf, Lasha Helena Kirker, and Morgan Tracy Director: E. Dani Belvin Stage Manager: Lasha Helena Kirker Producer: Stephanie Grilo Faculty Liaison: Leonard Madrid Publicity: Morgan Tracy Editing Team: Colin Stapleton, Leonard Madrid, Lucy Ventura, Christopher Wertman Music by Yesol, find out more at https://coryfeder.com ** This episode's cast includes: Sombra: Morgan Tracy Mom: Angela Rose Lueras Sol: Kelly Bernholdt Shadow: Ana Cristina de la Cruz This episode was edited by Colin Stapleton ꧁꧂ CATLab Presents: Sombras begins April 10, 2021. Listen online or visit Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico for an outdoor, socially distant, self-guided immersive experience. For more information about Sombras visit https://bit.ly/3utub5k For more information about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Sombra finds her way to Alenium City. ꧁꧂ Inspired by artwork at Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico: At Play: Life Size Abacus Lance Ryan McGoldrick Wood, Metal, Mixed Media Commissioned by Harwood Art Center, 2015 Made possible by McCune Charitable Foundation, The FUNd at Albuquerque Community Foundation For more information about Harwood Art Center visit harwoodartcenter.org ꧁꧂ Sombras was conceived, created, and written by Emery Barrera, E. Dani Belvin, Kelly Brenholdt, Ana Cristina de la Cruz, Alo Haaf, Lasha Helena Kirker, and Morgan Tracy Director: E. Dani Belvin Stage Manager: Lasha Helena Kirker Producer: Stephanie Grilo Faculty Liaison: Leonard Madrid Publicity: Morgan Tracy Editing Team: Colin Stapleton, Leonard Madrid, Lucy Ventura, Christopher Wertman Music by Yesol, find out more at https://coryfeder.com ** This episode's cast includes: Sombra: Morgan Tracy Ms. Indigo: Stephanie Grilo Rat: Alo Haaf Alpha: Emery Barrera Boss: Lasha Helena Kirker This episode was edited by Lucy Ventura ꧁꧂ CATLab Presents: Sombras begins April 10, 2021. Listen online or visit Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico for an outdoor, socially distant, self-guided immersive experience. For more information about Sombras visit https://bit.ly/3utub5k For more information about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Sombra and her mother journey through their memories to find where they went wrong and if they can connect again. ꧁꧂ Inspired by artwork at Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico: La Joya 2017 Reyes Padilla & Natalie Voelker Paint & Panel Commissioned by Harwood Art Center, 2017 Made possible by The FUNd at Albuquerque Community Foundation, New Mexico Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, Urban Enhancement Trust Fund For more information about Harwood Art Center visit harwoodartcenter.org ꧁꧂ Sombras was conceived, created, and written by Emery Barrera, E. Dani Belvin, Kelly Brenholdt, Ana Cristina de la Cruz, Alo Haaf, Lasha Helena Kirker, and Morgan Tracy Director: E. Dani Belvin Stage Manager: Lasha Helena Kirker Producer: Stephanie Grilo Faculty Liaison: Leonard Madrid Publicity: Morgan Tracy Editing Team: Colin Stapleton, Leonard Madrid, Lucy Ventura, Christopher Wertman Music by Yesol, find out more at https://coryfeder.com ** This episode's cast includes: Sombra: Morgan Tracy Mom: Angela Rose Lueras This episode was edited by Christopher Wertman ꧁꧂ CATLab Presents: Sombras begins April 10, 2021. Listen online or visit Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico for an outdoor, socially distant, self-guided immersive experience. For more information about Sombras visit https://bit.ly/3utub5k For more information about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Sombra discovers something uncontrollable bubbling up inside of her and makes a disturbing connection to her past. ꧁꧂ Inspired by artwork at Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico: Expanding Sequences Joanna Keane Lopez Mirror, Adobe Brick & Aliz Commissioned by Harwood Art Center, 2018 Made possible by New Mexico Arts, National Endowment for the Arts, Urban Enhancement Trust Fund For more information about Harwood Art Center visit harwoodartcenter.org ꧁꧂ Sombras was conceived, created, and written by Emery Barrera, E. Dani Belvin, Kelly Brenholdt, Ana Cristina de la Cruz, Alo Haaf, Lasha Helena Kirker, and Morgan Tracy Director: E. Dani Belvin Stage Manager: Lasha Helena Kirker Producer: Stephanie Grilo Faculty Liaison: Leonard Madrid Publicity: Morgan Tracy Editing Team: Colin Stapleton, Leonard Madrid, Lucy Ventura, Christopher Wertman Music by Yesol, find out more at https://coryfeder.com ** This episode's cast includes: Sombra: Morgan Tracy Sol: Kelly Brenholdt Ms. Indigo: Stephanie Grilo Mom: Angela Rose Lueras This episode was edited by Christopher Wertman ꧁꧂ CATLab Presents: Sombras begins April 10, 2021. Listen online or visit Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico for an outdoor, socially distant, self-guided immersive experience. For more information about Sombras visit https://bit.ly/3utub5k For more information about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Something is wrong with Sombra. ꧁꧂ Inspired by artwork at Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico: Poet's Plaza Mayor's Art Institute, Cassandra Reid (lead artist) Handmade Ceramic Tile, Cast Concrete Commissioned by Harwood Art Center & City of Albuquerque Public Art Program, 2005 Made possible by City of Albuquerque Public Art Program For more information about Harwood Art Center visit harwoodartcenter.org ꧁꧂ Sombras was conceived, created, and written by Emery Barrera, E. Dani Belvin, Kelly Brenholdt, Ana Cristina de la Cruz, Alo Haaf, Lasha Helena Kirker, and Morgan Tracy Director: E. Dani Belvin Stage Manager: Lasha Helena Kirker Producer: Stephanie Grilo Faculty Liaison: Leonard Madrid Publicity: Morgan Tracy Editing Team: Colin Stapleton, Leonard Madrid, Lucy Ventura, Christopher Wertman Music by Yesol, find out more at https://coryfeder.com ** This episode's cast includes: Sombra: Morgan Tracy Sol: Kelly Brenholdt This episode was edited by Leonard Madrid ꧁꧂ CATLab Presents: Sombras begins April 10, 2021. Listen online or visit Harwood Art Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico for an outdoor, socially distant, self-guided immersive experience. For more information about Sombras visit https://bit.ly/3utub5k For more information about the CAT and the CNM Theatre Department visit cnm.edu/cat Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Episode Notes Notes A Diné family experiences loss, bonding, and magic. The family cooks a traditional meal. A family member learns to love herself and escape an abuser with the help of an elder. For cast and design information go to https://issuu.com/clatlab/docs/relations_-_final Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Episode Notes In the not-so-distant future. Dust Storms sweep the earth. The human race is divided into communities to help guarantee the survival. One failing community is revived by the arrival of a father and daughter from another community. Everyone is faced with the question of what it means to be truly human. For the show information and design follow this link: https://issuu.com/clatlab/docs/dust_-_final Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Episode Notes A man faces a lifetime of love lost and realizes that many of his worst mistakes have been the choices he never made. For the show's dossier, check out https://issuu.com/clatlab/docs/killing_20hope_20-20final_20_20_1 Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co

Episode Notes A Voice in the Dark by Colin Stapleton - (Horror) The people of the coastal town of Freeport are starting to change. People are hearing a voice that starts to tear away at the fabric of friendship and reality. For Dossier go to https://issuu.com/clatlab/docs/a_20voice_20in_20the_20darkness_20-_20final Find out more at https://catlab.pinecast.co