TRU 2009 Silent Auction

 
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THE 2009
TRU Silent Auction

BIDDING CLOSED
Thanks to everyone who bid and supported us.

CLICK HERE for "How to Bid"
CLICK HERE for index of items

As part of our TRU Love Benefit each year, we hold a Silent Auction to bring in additional money to support the TRU Voices Musicals Series and other programs. This year we opened the bidding on-line prior to the benefit, on Friday 11/6 at midnight, and we will continue bidding on-line until Thursday 11/12 at 10pm.

Guarantee bids are no longer in effect for the final day of bidding. These were meant to stimulate early bidding. So if there is still a "guarantee bid" listed, ignore it. Just bid what you can. No guarantees. Like life.

UPDATED 11/12 at 10:00pm. Bidding closed.

WE NOW HAVE A SECOND PORTRAIT FROM
BRADFORD RENAISSANCE PORTRAITS, 11X14, VALUE $3000 - click here

WE NOW HAVE A 2ND DONATION OF MACY'S VIP TICKETS
TO THE THANKSGIVING PARADE - click here!

NEW ITEM: TWO NIGHTS IN A RESORT IN NAPA - click here!
NEW ITEM: TICKETS TO WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE - click here!

All items listed wll be entered into the Silent Auction at our annual TRU Love Benefit on Sunday (are you coming?); those items that do not reach their guarantee bids will come back on line Sunday night for you to continue bidding. Note that there are a few special items that are exceptions, and must be sold at Sunday's event. You can still have a shot at these by sending me a private "reserve bid" that I will not post; if no one reaches your bid, the item may be yours (I reserve the right to continue bidding on an item if I feel it deserves a higher bid).

Remember: the holidays are coming up soon. This is a great way to get some holiday shopping done nice and early, and at bargain prices!

If an item generates special interest, we reserve the right to continue bidding above the "guarantee." After all, we're trying to raise money here, folks. Hope you understand. ALSO: merchandise will not be delivered until your payment is received. (We had too many problems last year.)

11/12 10:00pm: $8295
11/12 7:00pm: $7487
11/12 5:30pm: $7032
11/12 2:45pm: $6606
11/12 12:30pm: $5996
11/12 1:00am: $5493
11/10 11:59pm: $5353
11/9 midnight: $5048
11/9 8pm: $4798
11/8 7:30pm: $4186

TOTAL BIDS

11/12 10:00pm: $8295
we exceeded our goal!
(We even exceeded last year's total - not bad in a recession!)

FUNDRAISING GOAL: $6500


HOW TO BID

1. You need to register as a bidder by sending an email to trunltd@aol.com with the subject header "Silent Auction Bidder". Include in the body of the email: your full name, an address to mail your item to, and a phone number to reach you in case we have a question about your bid.

2. I will send a link to the Silent Auction bidders who sign up. You may share the link with others, but they must still register as a bidder before I can accept their bids. We will also link from the TRU Home Page to the Silent Auction page.

3. You can email a bid to us at trunltd@aol.com - please include the Lot # and Item Name in your subject header. If yours is the high bid of the day, it will be posted with your intials as "high bidder".

4. The daily bids will be posted as we receive them throughout the day. Just remember that we may not be on-line 24/7, so some bids may be delayed in getting posted. You can see if your bid was accepted, and if your initials are listed as the '"highest bidder".

5. You may leave a "highest bid" to try to guarantee an item and prevent it from being outbid. We will only note your first bid on-line; your "highest bid" will be noted privately in our files.

6. Bidding will continue on Sunday 11/9 at the TRU Love luncheon. "Take home" bids (called "guarantee bids") will be posted on all items; those items that do not reach the "take home" bid will continue to be posted on-line until THURSDAY 11/12 at 10:00pm.

7. Postage will be charged additionally for any items you win, unless you are able to pick them up at the TRU office, 309 W. 104th Street, NYC.

8. Email me any questions or concerns, and I will continue to update and refine the rules before we open the bidding. Remember to use "Silent Auction Bidder" as your subject header.


THE ITEMS
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BROADWAY SHOWS
(all tickets are pairs unless otherwise noted)

1) A Steady Rain
Producer house seats to the smash hit starring ... well, you know.
PERFORMANCE DATE: Friday, 11/20
. value $260
xxxxincrements: $10 xxxx        minimum bid: $80 xxxxxxxx
xxxxcurrent bid: $310       xxxxhigh bidder: MeLu



2) A Little Night Music
Producer house seats for the anticipated revival with Angela Lansbury and Catherine Zeta-Jones, subject to availability. Value $260-$270
xxxxincrements: $10
xxxx
minimum bid: $80 xxxxxxxx
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current bid: $260
        high bidder: JuWa

3) Oleanna plus dinner for two
Tickets to the Mamet revival with Bill Pullman and Julia Stiles (thru 12/23), plus $100 dinner certificate at any of the NYCRG restaurants (Scarlatto, Cara Mia, Maria Pizza, Puttanesca, Intermezzo, Zucchero e Pomodori, film center cafe, Il Bastardo, ArteCafe, Sette, Nero, Roberto Paison), value $333

increments: $5 xxxxxxxx
minimum bid: $75
current bid: $160
high bidder: NoAr

4) Memphis Gift Package
Tickets to the new hit musical, plus t-shirt and mug and backstage tour (subject to producer availability - call in advance to arrange). Any Tuesday to Friday evening performance from Nov 10th to Nov 20th or Dec 1st to Dec 11th 2009, value $253

increments: $5 xxxxxxxx
minimum bid: $50
current bid: $150          x
high bidder: ToNa

5) Superior Donuts
Pair of house seats (subject to availability). All perfs but Friday night thru 12/23, value $233

increments: $5 xxxxxxxx
minimum bid: $50
current bid: $125
high bidder: PeSt

6A) Fela!
2 producer house seats during previews, good thru November 21st, value $240

   increments: $5
   minimum bid: $50
x current bid: $105
   high bidder: RiOr

6B) Fela!
House seats thru 12/18 (no Saturdays or Sundays), value $240

   increments: $5
   minimum bid: $50
x current bid: $90
   high bidder: RiOr

7) Burn the Floor
Hot new Ballroom dance musical - sizzling! value $240

   increments: $5
   minimum bid: $50
x current bid: $100
   high bidder: ReJu

8) The 39 Steps
Whirlwind tour de force stage interpretation of Hitchcock classic, value $220

increments: $5 xxxxxxxx
minimum bid: $50 xxxxxxxx
current bid: $105x
high bidder: MiDe


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OFF-BROADWAY
(all tickets are pairs unless otherwise noted)

9A) The Toxic Avenger PACKAGE
2 tickets, plus CD autographed by writers Joe DiPietro and David Bryan (from Bon Jovi), now thru January 3rd only, Total value $161

xxxxxxxxincrements: $5
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minimum bid: $60 xxxxxxxx
xxxxxxxxcurrent bid: $80
xxxxxxxxhigh bidder: ToNa

9B) The Toxic Avenger tickets only
2 tickets to the off-Broadway smash, now thru January 3rd only, value $140

xxxxxxxxincrements: $5
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minimum bid: $50 xxxxxxxx
xxxxxxxxcurrent bid: $65
xxxxxxxxhigh bidder: LaBr

10) Yank! new musical at York
New musical about two very special GI's in World War II, a love song to Hollywood's "it takes one of every kind" platoon flicks and to 1940s Broadway. Value $130
xxxxxxxxincrements: $5xxxxxxxxminimum bid: $50 xxxxxxxx
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current bid: $65              high bidder: StEr

11) 59E59 Gift Package 1
A complimentary 1-year membership + 2 comp tickets + 2 drink cards. A membership entitles the member to purchase up to six discount tickets (usually 20-30% off) to all shows at 59E59 Theaters – 30 or more different performances – for a full calendar year. There is no minimum or maximum number of shows they can see – they don’t have to buy any tickets unless they want to. Members also receive discounts at our E:Bar, nearby restaurants and parking, are invited to “members-only” events, and receive advance notification about our upcoming shows. They also are able to purchase their tickets over the phone with no additional service fees, directly from our box office, and may exchange tickets if their schedule changes. Value: $140.00+
xxxxxxxxincrements: $2
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minimum bid: $40 xxxxxxxxcurrent bid: $105xxxxxxhigh bidder: ShCa

12) Happy Now? at Primary Stages
Premiere of play by Lucinda Coxon at Primary Stages, January 26-March 6, opening night Tuesday 2/9/10. Value $120

increments: $2 xxxxxxxx
minimum bid: $50
current bid: $50tredfgxx4$05$$xxxxxx
high bidder: ShCa

13) Love Child
Two actors, dozens of characters. Total lunacy with Daniel Jenkins and Robert Stanton, value $139

           increments: $2
           minimum bid: $40x
           current bid: $70
           high bidder: SaSa

14) Naked Boys Singing! (What a PACKAGE)
Long-running popular hit, courtesy of Tom Smedes Productions, plus the DVD (so you can take the Boys home with you), total value $164

xxxxxxxxincrements: $2 xxxxxxxx
xxxxxxxxminimum bid: $50 xxxxxxxx
xxxxxxxxcurrent bid: $50 xx
xxxxxxxxhigh bidder: CrHo

15) My First Time
Long-running confessional, a la Vagina Monologues - value $120

increments: $2 xxxxxxxx
minimum bid: $40
current bid: $40
high bidder: VaDe


16) TWO PLAYS FROM NEW YORK THEATER WORKSHOP

I GOT SICK THEN I GOT BETTER
A comic riff on one woman's adventures after falling down the medical rabbit hole. Diagnosed with and treated for ovarian cancer in 2005, writer and performer Jenny Allen (The New Yorker, The New York Times) tells her story of the harrowing tailspin she took following her diagnosis, combining biting humor with searing emotion in a witty, bittersweet monologue that limns the personal and family collateral damage a life-threatening illness brings. Thru November 15th! Value $130

THE HEART IS A LONELY HUNTER
Previews begin November 13, 2009. Carson McCullers’ classic novel is adapted for the stage by acclaimed playwright Rebecca Gilman (Spinning Into Butter) and directed by Doug Hughes (The Beard of Avon at NYTW, Doubt). The Heart is a Lonely Hunter is a beautiful and timeless tale about the universal need for human connection. A co-production with The Acting Company, Previews begin November 13! Value $130

Total value $260 / guarantee bid $180

           increments: $5
           minimum bid: $80x
           current bid: $80
           high bidder: JaDu ITEM CLOSED

 

16A) THE WOMEN'S PROJECT VIP PACKAGE!
Four (4) tickets to Liz Duffy Adams’ OR, directed by Wendy McClellan and presented by Women’s Project at the Julia Miles Theater (424 W. 55th Street, NYC), through November 22, 2009, subject to availability and prior sale. The winner is also entitled to receive one (1) emerging VIP membership for the 2009-2010 season at Women’s Project. TOTAL VALUE $248

           increments: $5
           minimum bid: $80x
           current bid: $80
           high bidder: MoBa

 

17) Made in Heaven
New outrageous comedy about siamese twin brothers - one gay, one straight! value $118

 

    increments: $2xxxxxxxx
    minimum bid: $40
    current bid: $40 xxxxxxxx
    high bidder: AlMu

18A) How to be a Good Italian Daughter (In Spite of Myself)
Anotinette LaVecchia's brilliant one-women show at the Cherry Lane Theatre, Value $58
xxxxxxxxincrements: $2 xxxxxxxxminimum bid: $20
xxxxxxxxcurrent bid: $26    xxxxxxhigh bidder: JoLi

 

18B) How to be a Good Italian Daughter (In Spite of Myself)
Anotinette LaVecchia's brilliant one-women show at the Cherry Lane Theatre, Value $58
xxxxxxxxincrements: $2 xxxxxxxxminimum bid: $20x
xxxxxxxxcurrent bid:       xxxxxxxxhigh bidder:

 

19) Little Tragedies
A new translation of the Pushkin classic, with Poster (signed by various company individuals) - show runs through Nov 14 at the Baryshnikov Arts Center. Value $36 (plus signed poster)

increments: $2
minimum bid: $10xxxxxxxx
current bid: $20
high bidder: ShWe ITEM CLOSED

20) Santa Claus Is Coming Out
Diverse City Theater Company, Penguin Rep Theatre and Shotgun Productions will reveal the truth behind the Santa-gate scandal in SANTA CLAUS IS COMING OUT, a new comedy written by and starring Jeffrey Solomon, directed by acclaimed director Joe Brancato. The show runs from November 30th thru December 19th at Theatre Row's The Kirk Theatre. Value $92.50

increments: $2
minimum bid: $10xxxxxxxx
current bid: $44
high bidder: MeLu


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REGIONAL AND SPECIAL EVENTS

21) A NIGHT AT THE HARNESS RACES
Explore the exciting world of harness racing at the Meadowlands, the sport's premier racetrack. Get a behind-the-scenes look at harness racing, with Owner/Trainer/Driver/Bettor Peter Kleinhans of P. Kleinhans Racing, Inc. See some of the world's fastest horses, including world record-holder Enough Talk, up close and personal. You will enjoy feeding carrots to the horses in the barn, seeing them prepare for racing in the paddock and then watching and betting them from the grandstand. Ride in the starting gate car to see a race up-close, an unforgettable experience. The night includes dinner for four as well as tips on how to read the racing program, how to bet, and how to enjoy the sport to its fullest. The night can be customized to fit your wishes Carrots included! Possible dates, any weekend night from 1/1/10-8/24/10. Value: $400

         
           increments: $10
           minimum bid: $100
           current bid: $200
           high bidder: PaAd

21B) TWO NIGHTS AT A NAPA RESORT
To nights in  resort in Napa called The Vino Bello Resort (www.vinobelloresort.com), it's for two nights in One Bedroom Condos valued at $923.76 (must be used before 10/31/2010).

          increments: $10
           minimum bid: $200
           current bid: $260
           high bidder: CrHo

22) 4 TICKETS TO MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
You can't buy these - they are special VIP seats in the bleacher stands, and are only available on a "who you know" basis. And we know Jerry Ospa, who designs the parade. Value: priceless

         increments: $10
         
minimum bid: $100
         current bid: $300
         high bidder: RaSt ITEM CLOSED *

22A) 4 TICKETS TO MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE
WE GOT A SECOND DONATION FROM MACY'S! You can't buy these - they are special VIP seats in the bleacher stands, and are only available on a "who you know" basis. And we know Jerry Ospa, who designs the parade. You will be sitting in the bleachers at the start of the parade, at 77th and CPW. Value: priceless

         increments: $10
         
minimum bid: $100
         current bid: $430
         high bidder: MaRe

23) TICKETS TO LONG WHARF THEATRE
certificate good for two tickets to any show, value $130

         increments: $5
         
minimum bid: $30
         current bid: $70
         high bidder: ClZa


23A) TICKETS TO WESTPORT COUNTRY PLAYHOUSE
Certificate good for two tickets to any show in their upcoming 2010 season, grood thru December 2010, value $130

         increments: $5
         minimum bid: $30
         current bid: $80
         high bidder: ShCa

24) TICKETS TO A NJ THEATRE ALLIANCE MEMBER
COMPANY PRODUCTION OF YOUR CHOICE

Tickets to a NJ Theatre Alliance member theater of the winner's choice: 12 Miles West Theatre Company
Actors Shakespeare Company • Bickford Theatre • Cape May Stage • Centenary Stage Company • Crossroads Theatre Company • Dreamcatcher Repertory Theatre • East Lynne Theater Company • Garage Theatre Group • George Street Playhouse • Growing Stage Theatre: Children's Theatre of New Jersey • Luna Stage Company • McCarter Theatre Center • New Jersey Repertory Company • New Jersey Theatre Alliance • Paper Mill Playhouse • Passage Theatre Company • Playwrights Theatre • Premiere Stages • Pushcart Players • Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey • Surflight Theatre • Tri-State Actors Theater ª Two River Theater Company • Women's Theater Company. value $80.00

         increments: $10
         
minimum bid: $30
         current bid: $50
         high bidder: NoLe

25A) Sutton Place brunch for six
Your own private party at a Sutton Place Garden apartment (weather permitting). Call donor to arrange mutually convenient time, and menu. Value $150

increments: $5
minimum bid: $75
current bid: $200
high bidder: ShPh ITEM CLOSED

25B) Sutton Place brunch
with critic Michael Feingold

Five of you, plus Village Voice theater critic Michael Feingold at a Sutton Place Garden apartment (weather permitting, subject to Michael's availability). Call donor to arrange mutually convenient time, and menu. Value $150 (plus the invaluable company and observations of Mr. Feingold who promises not to review the brunch)

increments: $5
minimum bid: $75
current bid: $160
high bidder: DoMa


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GIFT ITEMS

26) GOLD & BAROQUE PEARL EARRINGS
SS pearls 10-11 MM/Y 18K gold, from Jewel of Ocean, respected jeweler for 150 years, value $1800.00

Pearls are creamy white. Large and high quality on 18K gold horseshoe posts.

increments: $25
minimum bid: $300xxxx
current bid: $450
high bidder: ChDa

27) Gift Certificate from Bradford Renaissance Portraits, 16"x20"
An exclusive family or individual photo session with renowned portrait photographer Bradford, who will fly in from California to take the portrait at his White Plains, NY studio. Also included is one 16"x20" wall portrait on canvas with rich artistic enhancement. Total Value: $5000

increments: $25
minimum bid: $300xxxx
current bid: $450
high bidder: SaPe

Note: 2006 bidder gave it to some friends who were thrilled by the experience, and said the portrait sitting was an absolute pleasure, Bradford a true artist and the portrait truly wonderful.

27B) Gift Certificate from Bradford Renaissance Portraits, 11"x14"
An exclusive family or individual photo session with renowned portrait photographer Bradford, who will fly in from California to take the portrait at his White Plains, NY studio. Also included is one 11"x14" wall portrait on canvas with rich artistic enhancement. Total Value: $3000

increments: $25
minimum bid: $300xxxx
current bid: $350
high bidder: CrHo

28) SOPRANOS WINE/6 bottle
6 bottles Chianti DOCG Riserva

Inspired by the hit HBO show, The Sopranos wines are "Family Made" - that is, they are from the highest quality grapes which have been hand selected and bottled from estate vineyards throughout the Tuscany Wine Region. The Riserva has been aged for 2 years in oak, delivering a poweful red wine with strong tannins, a dry palate, and a delicate bouquet, and rich red layers of ripe red fruits and spice and a long lingering finish. Drink now or hold for 7 -10 years. Total value, approx. $240

increments: $10
minimum bid: $60xxxx
current bid: $130
high bidder: CrHo ITEM CLOSED

Note: Item will be sold at event and not go back on-line. You may place a reserve bid that we will hold onto privately. Item will be yours if you are not outbid on Sunday, and if you are able to pick up at the TRU uptown office on West 104th Street.

29) Two Paintings with Personalized Music Composition
Have two original artworks created specifically for you by abstract artist Lisa Ingram and composer Jay Alan Zimmerman. Ms. Ingram is represented by Soho Myriad dealers, shows regularly in N.Y.C., and her works are owned by numerous collectors and corporations. Jay Alan Zimmerman is the composer/author of several musicals, including his Incredibly Deaf Musical ("Pick of the Fringe!"-The Washington Post), as well as many classical works. To make your unique artworks, Ms. Ingram will create two small watercolor paintings using colors of your choice and then Mr. Zimmerman will create a unique music composition about you or your family and integrate it into the paintings. Framing is not included, but they will consult with you on the options. See www.LisaIngram.com for painting samples and www.jayalanzimmerman.com / www.deafmusical.com for info about Jay. Value of each work is $125; total value is $250.
 

increments: $10
minimum bid: $80xxxx
current bid: $90
high bidder: ToNa

30) Gift Bag from The Onion
No joke - the nice folks at The Onion have given us a t-shirt, pint glass, mug and book, value $50

increments: $2
minimum bid: $10
current bid: $20
high bidder: CrHo ITEM CLOSED

31) Fragrance Basket from Macy's
Assorted men's and women's fragrances, including: Calvin Klein's Eternity, Chanel, Christian Dior and more, total value $300

increments: $5
minimum bid: $50
current bid: $65
high bidder: PaAd ITEM CLOSED


Note: Item will be sold at event and not go back on-line. You may place a guarantee bid that we will hold onto privately. Item will be yours if you are not outbid on Sunday, and if you are able to pick up at the TRU uptown office on West 104th Street.

32) Gift Basket of P&G Prestige Fragrances
Assortment of 5 products for men and women, from Hugo Boss and Burberry:
Hugo Pure aftershave balm
Hugo Pure EDT
Hugo Pure Body Lotion
Burberry Beat (women) EDT
Burberry Beat (women) Body Lotion

Total value, $100

increments: $2
minimum bid: $30
current bid: $30
high bidder: PaAd ITEM CLOSED


Note: Item will be sold at event and not go back on-line. You may place a guarantee bid that we will hold onto privately. Item will be yours if you are not outbid on Sunday, and if you are able to pick up at the TRU uptown office on West 104th Street.

33A) Madame Alexander 8" Portugal Doll
1988 collector doll costumed in beautiful traditional dress, in mint condition in its original box.  Retail value:  $90

increments: $2
minimum bid: $30
current bid: $40
high bidder: NoLe

33A) Madame Alexander 8" Germany Doll
1988 collector doll costumed in beautiful traditional dress, in mint condition in its original box.  Retail value:  $90

increments: $2
minimum bid: $30
current bid: $30
high bidder:  NoLe

34) F Studio Beauty Salon Package
Mayra Segovia, the owner, offers a beauty package of salon services (shampoo, cut, style and makeup lesson), plus product samples, total value $210.

increments: $5
minimum bid: $75
current bid: $75
high bidder: PaAd ITEM CLOSED


Note: Item will be sold at event and not go back on-line. You may place a reserve bid that we will hold onto privately. Item will be yours if you are not outbid on Sunday, and if you are able to pick up at the TRU uptown office on West 104th Street.

35) Custom Set from the Kent House Collection
NOT THE MERCHANDISE SHOWN. Woven navy fabric, handmade trio. Includes:  Jewelry/keepsake box, 3-cup desk accessory holder, portfolio. Estimated value $85

increments: $2
minimum bid: $20
current bid: $26
high bidder: MaMi

36) Gourmet Basket from Garden of Eden
Details to come, value $140

increments: $2
minimum bid: $40
current bid: $43
high bidder: EWe ITEM CLOSED

Note: Item will be sold at event and not go back on-line. You may place a reserve bid that we will hold onto privately. Item will be yours if you are not outbid on Sunday, and if you are able to pick up at the TRU uptown office on West 104th Street.


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THEATER-RELATED GIFTS/SERVICES

37) Playscripts basket of scripts
"Beautiful Clear-Eyed Woman" by Diana Amsterdam - $5.95
"The Civilians: An Anthology of Six Plays" by Neal Bell, Steven
Cosson, Michael Friedman, et al. - $18.95
"Great Short Plays: Volume 5" by Liz Duffy Adams, Jo Adamson, Dan Aibel, et al. - $9.95
"Is He Dead?" by Mark Twain, adapted by David Ives - $9.95
"Over the Tavern" by Tom Dudzick - $9.95
"Trumbo" by Christopher Trumbo - $8.95
Total value, $63.70

increments: $5
minimum bid: $25
current bid: $30
high bidder: AnPh ITEM CLOSED

38) SCRIPT ANALYSIS AND CONSULTATION
1 HOUR of 1-on-1 WITH DIANA AMSTERDAM of The Drama Center, a much-published and produced playwright whose works are produced here and in London. . Includes: Reading up to 30 pages of your work plus 1 hour of intensely purposeful and directional work with you, to make your play a great one. VALUE: $150

increments: $5
minimum bid: $35
current bid: $65
high bidder: AnMu

39A) Set of 4 Original Cast CD's from Time Life
Set of 4 Time Life Broadway CDs: Gypsy with Patti LuPone, Annie 30th Anniversay recording, Evil Dead Musical and Ring of Fire, est. value $75

increments: $2
minimum bid: $20
current bid: $26
high bidder: FuEd ITEM CLOSED

39B) Autographed Cast Recording of Rooms
Rooms a Rock Romance was developed and produced by TRU mentees Van Dean and Hillary Cutter, had a recent run at New World Stages, and is releasing the cast album on iTunes on December 8th and in stores in2010. Van and Hillary will give you a CD hot off the presses, autographed by stars Leslie Kritzer and Doug Kreeger, and by writer Paul Scott Goodman, CD is $19, the autographs are priceless!

increments: $2
minimum bid: $10
current bid: $40
high bidder: NoLe

40A) ACTORS CONNECTION Gift Certificate for 5 seminars
Actors Connection is New York's #1 networking/educational company for the professional actor. With over 100 different seminars, classes and special events monthly you can meet and showcase your work to NY's top agents, casting directors and personal managers. For more information, go to www.actorsconnection.com Value, $145

increments: $5
minimum bid: $45
current bid: $90
high bidder: NaWi

40B) ACTORS CONNECTION Gift Certificate for 5 seminars
Actors Connection is New York's #1 networking/educational company for the professional actor. With over 100 different seminars, classes and special events monthly you can meet and showcase your work to NY's top agents, casting directors and personal managers. For more information, go to www.actorsconnection.com Value, $145

increments: $5
minimum bid: $45
current bid: $90
high bidder: NaWi

41) ACTING OUTSIDE THE BOX DVD SET
Acting Outside the Box DVD set of business seminars, "How to Get an Keep an Agent, "Defining Your Product" - Who Are You Really" and "Being Your Own CEO - The Business of Show", total value $75

increments: $2
minimum bid: $20
current bid: $24
high bidder: NoLe

42) WEIST BARRON STUDIOS Gift Certificate
Gift Certificate credit valued at 300.00 to attend any class series at Weist Barron School of Film and Television, www.weistbarron.com see schedule and prices online. Value $300

increments: $5
minimum bid: $75
current bid: $75
high bidder: LaEl
43) BackStage
A one-year online subscription to Back Stage, value $135

increments: $5
minimum bid: $45
current bid: $130
high bidder: SaSa

44) Roy Arias Studio rehearsal space
Roy Arias Studios & Theatres (new studio located at 218 West 37th St. between 7th and 8th avenues) - 3 consecutive hour rehearsal in a medium size space at our 37th st location, at a value of $29 per hour, total v
alue $87

increments: $5
minimum bid: $25
current bid: $45
high bidder: ViHa

 

45) Audition coaching with Catherine Lamm
Coaching with TRU Casting Director Catherine Lamm - 2 one-hour sessions, value $100

increments: $2
minimum bid: $30
current bid: $32
high bidder: LaHa

 

46) Monologue/audition coaching session plus book
Coaching with Glenn Alterman
, plus a signed copy of one of his books. Glenn Alterman, who recently was chosen "BEST AUDITION/ MONOLOGUE COACH IN THE TRI-STATE AREA" by Theater Source Magazine and voted first runner up as "Best Private Acting Coach In New York", (Backstage, Best of New York Issue) is offering one monologue/audition coaching session, plus a signed copy of one of his books. Value $150+

increments: $2
minimum bid: $40
current bid: $50
high bidder: AlMu

47) Performance Coaching session with Caroline Thomas
Caroline Thomas has taught  Zoe Saldana,  Alicia Minshiew, Laura Prepon, David Duchovney, James Gandolfini and more. She is offering a choice of a one hour Private Acting Class or Audition Coaching. Caroline Thomas has been teaching acting for over twenty years. She incorporates into all her teaching, innovative techniques from training with Jerzy Grotowski, Andre Gregory and Robert Wilson. She has appeared as an actress both Off-Broadway and in Regional theatres. She has produced and directed dozens of readings and showcase productions, often with combined casts of students and professional actors. Her plays, have been showcased Off-Off-Broadway and in Gainesville, Florida at the Acrosstown Repertory Company. Ms. Thomas was Casting Director for the feature film Anna, in which Sally Kirkland achieved an Academy Award Nomination.  One hour, value $85

increments: $2
minimum bid: $30
current bid: $37
high bidder: LaHa

48) Career Coaching with Penelope Brackett
Penelope Brackett of The Creative Seed. One session of private career/life coaching ($100 value) or $100 credit to be applied towards Fearless Foursome Group Coaching. Plus "Seven Keys to Success without Struggling" by Penelope Brackett and Lester Shane. Value $100

increments: $2
minimum bid: $30
current bid: $50
high bidder: DoMa

49) Acting Coaching with Laurie Eliscu
Coaching session with Laurie Eliscu, 3 one hour sessions, as an acting coach/director at her UWS location.  Can be 3 different actors or just one for all three sessions, value $240

increments: $2
minimum bid: $60
current bid: $70
high bidder: DoMa

50A) Production Photography with Ellis Gaskell
Photography session with TRU Photographer Ellis Gaskell, to caprute a production shot for PR or postcard usage, value $275

increments: $2
minimum bid: $70
current bid: $110
high bidder: DoMa

 

50B) Headshot Photography with Ellis Gaskell
Photography session with TRU Photographer Ellis Gaskell, a New York photographer specializing in actor headshots, theater publicity & dance photography, portraits & comp cards and author of the only book on actor headshots in print ("How to Get the Best Headshot"), www.ellisgaskell.com, value $275

increments: $2
minimum bid: $70
current bid: $100
high bidder: JeBa

 

51) Headshot Photography session with Bluface Photography

Blu Toth of BLUFACE PHOTOGRAPHY loves to give each actor his/her own look and mood. "The camera and lighting are incidental to the life that Blu coaxes out of her client giving them a natural and believable beauty", say the experts. The value of the package is $395 including photo-shoot and makeup session.

BLUFACE PHOTOGRAPHY is one of the most creative headshot photo studios in New York City to come along in years. Blu Toth the owner and creative force behind BLUFACE has worked on both sides of the camera , as a former top model in Europe and the US Blu was represented by the ELITE International modeling agency . Blu has a most unique perspective to offer her clients , having worked on Television, Film, Runway and Print, Blu has a very keen idea of what tools her clients need to get the calls from agents and casting directors.

"She did a great job for me last year!" - Nancy Golladay, last year's bidder on this item

increments: $5
minimum bid: $80
current bid: $145
high bidder: StEr

52) Sensual Strip Tease/Lap Dance Class

Ever wanted to learn how to create a sensual and fun private dance for someone? Maybe you have always wanted to tap into your inner seductress for yourself. The thought of a pole dance class scare you?

Bid on some fun in a safe environment! Great for girls night out, bachelorette parties. It also makes a great anniversary or birthday gift for couples! 

The one hour class takes place in one of the fine New York City Dance Studios or in the privacy of your own home.  $150.00 value.  

increments: $5
minimum bid: $50
current bid: $50
high bidder: BeRo


GENERAL SERVICES

53) Shakespeare Mailing/Up to 5000 pieces
Address, presort and mail 5,000 cards.  Includes NCOA (National Change of Address) “Move Update” corrections.  Price does not include printing or postage.  Regular price would be approx. $500

increments: $10
minimum bid: $100
current bid: $100
high bidder: RiOr

54) Graphic Design Services
Graphic design and execution of postcard or similar piece, from Matt Tanner, a value of $500

increments: $2
minimum bid: $80
current bid: $80
high bidder: FuEd

 

55) Marketing Consultation with OH! Consultants/Bob Ost and Gary Hughes
Initial discussion to develop marketing position and strategy for any product or play, up to two hours, value $200
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56) Michelle Brandon Tabnick Communications
2 hour PR/Marketing Consultation with the TRU publicist who we highly recommend, value $200
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57) Michael Roderick - One Time Theater Consultation on any project, up to 1 hr.
Ask any questions you want about your current project and the rules. If there is something that requires research, I will do the research and respond within one day. Small Pond Enterprises LLC is a corporation that seeks to provide the best in producing services for the independent theatre producer at the best prices. It also seeks to provide consultation for larger producing projects as well as shows. Customers can seek out Small Pond Enterprises LLC to provide them with:
* General management for festival productions
* Budget Creation
* Producer Development consultations
* Assistance in developing a team for a production
* General partnership in commercial producing ventures and cultivation of investors
* Contract negotiations with unions
* Development opportunities for commercial productions
* Consultation services for audience development and marketing
* Producing service packages tailored to the organization and budget
Value $100.00
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minimum bid: $24xxxxxxxxcurrent bid: $60                high bidder: DoMa         

 

58) Healing Session with Andree Stolte
Much of our suffering comes from the illusion of separateness. Existing in the illusion of separateness has led us to seek fulfillment from external sources. We may be beginning to see that the mindset of consuming has not filled us, and never will. It has led to esscesive consumption and the need to acquire more and more. But the cosmos are downloading a new era, and we are being called to awaken and know that we are eternally full. You may say TRU knowing. We begin the session with a silent sitting. Allowing all that arises. Then I will focus on the predominant issue that arises and bring it to light, question it, and it's story. Identify the blockages in the body. Hold awareness in them. It's simple. Andree has taken retreats and studies the work of Adyashanti, Loch Kelly, Carolyn Myss, and has attended talks and studies the teachings of Eckhart Tolle, as well as The Dalai Lama and Karmapa, (and numerous lovely beings!) Value $100 for 60-90 minute session.
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minimum bid: $30xxxxxxxxcurrent bid: $55           high bidder: TrSt

59) Private coaching session: Presentation Skills with Jane Petrov
Jane Petrov, President of SkyTown Entertainment, is offering a complementary one hour one-one-one private coaching session on Presentation Skills. Jane regularly offers Pitching and Presentation Skills seminar in collaboration with TRU. Value $125 
About the session:
Successful business people are expected to make dynamic presentations regularly.  Without training, many people lack the confidence, energy and clarity that audiences expect.  The person who is coached will learn to:
-Present with an energetic and polished style
-Speak and gesture naturally
-Simplify and organize their thoughts for the strongest possible impact
-Handle interruptions and tough questions
-Adjust to various physical settings  
Jane has an extensive background in presentation and communication skills training and is an instructor and coach for attorneys and executives at top law firms and financial companies.  Law firm clients include Sullivan & Cromwell, Milbank Tweed, Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, White & Case and Allen & Overy. Financial corporation clients include Royal Bank of Scotland, Merrill Lynch and Avon Products.  Jane has directed and produced many corporate videos and overseen the development and production of two short comedic films.  Check out www.skyotwnentertainment.com, Value $125 
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60) PUBLIC SPEECH & PRESENTATION SKILLS
No one was born a great speaker! Nora Armani’s one-on-one coaching sessions and workshops optimize your performance.
REFERENCES: LONDON SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS — UK • THE EASTERN DIOCESE of the ARMENIAN CHURCH — NY • IBM — International • EDF/GDF — France • L’Oréal — France • HELENA RUBINSTEIN — France • ALCIRA RECRUITMENT — Paris • NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE • BEGHIN SAY — France • LA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT — California • KELLYSERVICES — Paris • SIAMANTO ACADEMY — New York. Pemart Consulting. VALUE: $600 FOR ONE 3-SESSION PACKAGE or 3-SINGLE COACHING SESSIONS. Value $600
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61) Anthea Fane - Pilates instruction
At Real Pilates in Tribeca, $85
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62) FITNESS PARTY FOR UP TO 12 GUESTS
Fitness Party with Anton Thompson at 90 Second Workout, 155 E. 55th Street - group demonstration/consultation with Anton Thompson at Pete Cerqua's personal training studio on E.  55 th St., between Lexington and Third Avenue. Private group session for maximum of 12 individuals to learn about the "90 Second Fitness Workout" program as outlined in Pete's book, featured in Oprah Magazine and the front page of the NY Times.  Light refreshments made from recipes featured in the book will be served along with organic vodka!  Estimated value per person is $150 @ 12 people = $1800

increments: $2
minimum bid: $100
current bid: $135
high bidder: DoMa

 

63) One-hour massage with Marsha Sheiness
Massage in Chelsea from highly recommended masseuse, value $95

increments: $2
minimum bid: $30
current bid: $66
high bidder: TrSt

 

64) Astrological Reading with Elisabeth Grace
60-90 minute astrology consultation."Astrology is a powerful tool for self-awareness and timing. When I look at a chart, I'm looking at a map of a unique moment in time -- a "software program" for a soul -- written in the language of astrology. Unlike computers, souls have free will and consciousness. When I translate your "program" into plain English, you begin to understand the cycles and patterns of your life: who and where you've been, who and where you are now -- and where you're likely to be headed. And because you have free will and consciousness, this new understanding helps you to run your own program, instead of having your program "run you"! A $225 value

increments: $2
minimum bid: $50
current bid: $125
high bidder: GlRo

65) Dialect Coaching with Amy Stoller
A free session of dialect coaching at Stoller System, value $100.

increments: $2
minimum bid: $30
current bid: $35
high bidder: AlMu

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