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2012 Works in Progress |
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Jared Sidney Torrance had a major positive impact on your life if you are living in southern California. From his arrival at Pasadena in 1888 till his death there in 1921, he played a significant role in establishing or developing the major industries of our economy: utilities; energy; manufacturing; and real estate. Imagine the accomplishments of some of our contemporary business leaders and add them together, they would not stack up with what this single individual accomplished. In a word, Torrance is breathtaking. And up until now, the vast majority of his personal contributions, while still providing benefits, have been forgotten. You can experience this magnificent person in his own words and discover how your life in southern California has been made better because of his vision and achievements. J-Powers has adapted and directed this work for the stage from Jared Sidney Torrance’s unpublished autobiography of August, 1916. This autobiography has been made accessible by the Torrance Historical Society & Museum. A free wine and dessert reception will follow the performance. The wine is generously provided by Torrance Historical Society & Museum and is served by Amore Vino, a fine wine boutique located in Old Downtown Torrance. Desserts are generously provided by Torrance Bakery. A selection of cheeses is provided by Torrance Marriott South Bay. Furnishings seen in this production are generously provided by Street Faire Antiques in Old Downtown Torrance. |
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Featuring... Mike Campbell as Jared Sidney Torrance |
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For its ninth consecutive year, Works in Progress presents dramas of compelling contemporary events in the intimate Nakano Theatre at Torrance Cultural Arts Center. Q & A and reception will follow each event.
Tickets per event (includes $2.50 handling fee): $25 Adults / $23 Senior & Students / $20 Subscribers |
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Works in Progress is a program of the Cultural Services Division of the Torrance Community Services Department. This series is presented in association with El Camino College Community Education, Torrance Community Television, Torrance Historical Society & Museum, Torrance Public Library, |
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Mike Campbell has 23 years of professional experience in the entertainment industry and has performed on stages from coast to coast. He originated the role of a young priest in charge of Catholic Charities in And I Wish Campanella Wasn't Dead in Washington D.C.; jumped over axe handles in the long running Seven Brides for Seven Brothers at the Burn Brae Dinner Theatre in Maryland; played Bruce Niles in the acclaimed The Normal Heart at The Denver Center in Colorado; and played leading roles in Shakespeare here in Southern California. A few of his film and television credits include Major League II, Immaculate Springs, Washington Square, Homicide: Life on the Street, Port Charles, Days of our Lives, and many national and regional commercials. Mike won a directing award for the socially relevant film A Pornographer and has directed two seasons of the web series Napoleon Bon Appetit. Mike started 2012 with a "killer" role in the feature film "The Rental" tentatively to be released at the end of summer.
Mike graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with an acting emphasis and has since trained with world renowned acting coaches Lenard Petit and Stephen Book. He bowled professionally and enjoys stunt driving and the martial arts.
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Mike Campbell in performance as Jared Sidney Torrance at Nakano Theatre |
