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                        <title>Contemporary American Theater Festival Announces 2009 Season </title>
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                        <description>CATF Keeps Five Alive in their 19th season! [PRWeb Jan 29, 2009]</description>
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                        <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2009 14:23:40 -0800</pubDate>
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                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Shepherdstown, WV (Vocus) January 29, 2009 -- The <a href="http://www.catf.org/" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Contemporary American Theater Festival">Contemporary American Theater Festival</a> (CATF) is pleased to announce their 2009 lineup of new plays.  &quot;The addition of a fifth play during our last season was very well received,&quot; stated Ed Herendeen, CATF Founder and Producing Director.  &quot;In our nineteenth season, we will continue building on that energy with five new American plays from five award-winning playwrights.&quot;  The 2009 season will run from July 8 through August 2 at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, and will feature the following plays in rotating repertory:

Farragut North  by <a href="http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo131/jjensen18/BeauWillimon.jpg" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Beau Willimon">Beau Willimon</a> - Set in Iowa during a tight presidential primary race, press secretary Stephen has a career that men twice his age would envy. Thrown into backroom politics, how do you choose between lust for power and loyalty to the cause?  This political drama is a classic tale of hubris set against the landscape of small town America&#8230; a look at ourselves.

Yankee Tavern  by <a href="http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo131/jjensen18/StevenDietz.jpg" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Steven Dietz">Steven Dietz</a> - Just when you thought you&#039;d heard every 9/11 theory in the world&#8230; a man walks into the Yankee Tavern. There, a young couple find themselves caught up in what might be the biggest conspiracy of them all. Witness this fierce and funny dramatic thriller and know once again that what you don&#039;t know can hurt you.

Fifty Words by <a href="http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo131/jjensen18/MichaelWeller.jpg" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Michael Weller">Michael Weller</a> - Marriage is no walk in the park. This domestic drama is a hair-raising roller-coaster ride to the painful, funny, revealing and ruthlessly honest heart of modern marriage.  Most audiences with any experience of cohabitation will recognize themselves in this emotional battleground of contemporary relationships. Love hurts&#8230; and it&#039;s not necessarily pretty.

The History of Light  by <a href="http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo131/jjensen18/EisaDavis.jpg" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Eisa Davis">Eisa Davis</a> (World Premiere) - Imagine your father&#039;s college girlfriend tracking you down and sending you a stack of his fervent love letters. But what if you never knew your father, or a true, reciprocal love? A young singer&#039;s life is transformed as her past becomes her present. Swelling with the music of a grand piano, here is a passionate fusion between fathers and daughters, lovers and friends.

Dear Sara Jane  by <a href="http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo131/jjensen18/Lodato_Victor.jpg" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Victor Lodato">Victor Lodato</a> (World Premiere) - Sweet Sara Jane, alone at home, waits for her soldier husband to return from war.  After too many bourbons, she poses dangerous questions and exposes nasty secrets. Sister and mother, fantasy and fact, it&#039;s all twisted together in this mix of metaphysical stand-up and mad cabaret.  One woman, not really alone, in this solo play with songs.

The CATF Box Office will open March 9 with pre-season hours Monday through Friday from noon until 5:00pm, with the online box office open 24 hours a day 7 days a week.  Single ticket prices begin... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/CATF/2009_Season/prweb1925574.htm]]></content:encoded>
                        <itunes:author>Sandy Sponaugoe</itunes:author>
                        <itunes:subtitle>Contemporary American Theater Festival Announces 2009 Season </itunes:subtitle>
                        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Shepherdstown, WV (Vocus) January 29, 2009 -- The <a href="http://www.catf.org/" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Contemporary American Theater Festival">Contemporary American Theater Festival</a> (CATF) is pleased to announce their 2009 lineup of new plays.  &quot;The addition of a fifth play during our last season was very well received,&quot; stated Ed Herendeen, CATF Founder and Producing Director.  &quot;In our nineteenth season, we will continue building on that energy with five new American plays from five award-winning playwrights.&quot;  The 2009 season will run from July 8 through August 2 at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, and will feature the following plays in rotating repertory:

Farragut North  by <a href="http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo131/jjensen18/BeauWillimon.jpg" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Beau Willimon">Beau Willimon</a> - Set in Iowa during a tight presidential primary race, press secretary Stephen has a career that men twice his age would envy. Thrown into backroom politics, how do you choose between lust for power and loyalty to the cause?  This political drama is a classic tale of hubris set against the landscape of small town America&#8230; a look at ourselves.

Yankee Tavern  by <a href="http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo131/jjensen18/StevenDietz.jpg" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Steven Dietz">Steven Dietz</a> - Just when you thought you&#039;d heard every 9/11 theory in the world&#8230; a man walks into the Yankee Tavern. There, a young couple find themselves caught up in what might be the biggest conspiracy of them all. Witness this fierce and funny dramatic thriller and know once again that what you don&#039;t know can hurt you.

Fifty Words by <a href="http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo131/jjensen18/MichaelWeller.jpg" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Michael Weller">Michael Weller</a> - Marriage is no walk in the park. This domestic drama is a hair-raising roller-coaster ride to the painful, funny, revealing and ruthlessly honest heart of modern marriage.  Most audiences with any experience of cohabitation will recognize themselves in this emotional battleground of contemporary relationships. Love hurts&#8230; and it&#039;s not necessarily pretty.

The History of Light  by <a href="http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo131/jjensen18/EisaDavis.jpg" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Eisa Davis">Eisa Davis</a> (World Premiere) - Imagine your father&#039;s college girlfriend tracking you down and sending you a stack of his fervent love letters. But what if you never knew your father, or a true, reciprocal love? A young singer&#039;s life is transformed as her past becomes her present. Swelling with the music of a grand piano, here is a passionate fusion between fathers and daughters, lovers and friends.

Dear Sara Jane  by <a href="http://i369.photobucket.com/albums/oo131/jjensen18/Lodato_Victor.jpg" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Victor Lodato">Victor Lodato</a> (World Premiere) - Sweet Sara Jane, alone at home, waits for her soldier husband to return from war.  After too many bourbons, she poses dangerous questions and exposes nasty secrets. Sister and mother, fantasy and fact, it&#039;s all twisted together in this mix of metaphysical stand-up and mad cabaret.  One woman, not really alone, in this solo play with songs.

The CATF Box Office will open March 9 with pre-season hours Monday through Friday from noon until 5:00pm, with the online box office open 24 hours a day 7 days a week.  Single ticket prices begin... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/CATF/2009_Season/prweb1925574.htm]]></itunes:summary>

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                        <title>National Veterinary Technician Week: October 12-18, 2008</title>
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                        <description>The Heart of Pet Wellness. [PRWeb Aug 21, 2008]</description>
                        <guid>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/8/prweb1226354.htm</guid>
                        <pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:56:19 -0700</pubDate>
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                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Alexandria, VA (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Companion animals are more than just furry creatures on four legs; they are part of our American families. We give them attention, protection and love. Yet what many Americans don&#8217;t give them is the security of seeking veterinary care that includes treatment by a credentialed veterinary technician. 



The range of medical treatment available for animals has increased exponentially in the past several decades.  The public needs to make sure the veterinary clinic they choose hires credentialed veterinary technicians, ensuring the person treating their animal is educated in the latest medical advances and  working alongside veterinarians to give pets the best medical care possible.   

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America, Inc. (NAVTA) will celebrate October 12-18, 2008 by recognizing National Veterinary Technician Week.  &#8220;Vet Tech Week provides an opportunity to honor the veterinary technician for the outstanding job they do.  It also provides NAVTA with an opportunity to educate companion animal owners about the benefits of working with a veterinarian that employs credentialed veterinary technicians, which is equally important,&#8221; stated Andrea Ball, executive director of NAVTA.  

&#8220;Credentialed technicians receive more than a degree from an accredited veterinary program.  Most are required to take a certification exam and many complete ongoing training in the classroom and on the job to keep up with medical advances and the wide range of animal care disciplines, which range from small pets to livestock and exotic species.  When you invest in medical treatment for your pet, in return, you should receive the best care possible and a credentialed veterinary technician helps ensure this happens.&#8221;  National Veterinary Technician Week is also a time to acknowledge the veterinarians who hire credentialed veterinary technicians, recognizing the important role they play in pet healthcare.  

NAVTA is a nonprofit organization that represents and promotes the profession of Veterinary Technology. NAVTA provides direction, education, support and coordination for its members. Incorporated in 1981, NAVTA is the national organization devoted exclusively to developing and enhancing the profession of veterinary technology.  They take a year round approach toward educating and promoting veterinary technicians through conferences, tradeshows, and a poster campaign sponsored by Ft. Dodge Animal Health.  Companion animals give us unconditional love and veterinary technicians give us peace of mind and they should be celebrated during National Veterinary Technician Week. More information about NAVTA and this special week can be found at <a href="http://www.navta.net" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank">www.navta.net</a>.

Media Contact:
Sandy Sponaugle (304) 876-8321

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                        <itunes:author>Sandy Sponaugle</itunes:author>
                        <itunes:subtitle>National Veterinary Technician Week: October 12-18, 2008</itunes:subtitle>
                        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Alexandria, VA (PRWEB) August 21, 2008 -- Companion animals are more than just furry creatures on four legs; they are part of our American families. We give them attention, protection and love. Yet what many Americans don&#8217;t give them is the security of seeking veterinary care that includes treatment by a credentialed veterinary technician. 



The range of medical treatment available for animals has increased exponentially in the past several decades.  The public needs to make sure the veterinary clinic they choose hires credentialed veterinary technicians, ensuring the person treating their animal is educated in the latest medical advances and  working alongside veterinarians to give pets the best medical care possible.   

The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America, Inc. (NAVTA) will celebrate October 12-18, 2008 by recognizing National Veterinary Technician Week.  &#8220;Vet Tech Week provides an opportunity to honor the veterinary technician for the outstanding job they do.  It also provides NAVTA with an opportunity to educate companion animal owners about the benefits of working with a veterinarian that employs credentialed veterinary technicians, which is equally important,&#8221; stated Andrea Ball, executive director of NAVTA.  

&#8220;Credentialed technicians receive more than a degree from an accredited veterinary program.  Most are required to take a certification exam and many complete ongoing training in the classroom and on the job to keep up with medical advances and the wide range of animal care disciplines, which range from small pets to livestock and exotic species.  When you invest in medical treatment for your pet, in return, you should receive the best care possible and a credentialed veterinary technician helps ensure this happens.&#8221;  National Veterinary Technician Week is also a time to acknowledge the veterinarians who hire credentialed veterinary technicians, recognizing the important role they play in pet healthcare.  

NAVTA is a nonprofit organization that represents and promotes the profession of Veterinary Technology. NAVTA provides direction, education, support and coordination for its members. Incorporated in 1981, NAVTA is the national organization devoted exclusively to developing and enhancing the profession of veterinary technology.  They take a year round approach toward educating and promoting veterinary technicians through conferences, tradeshows, and a poster campaign sponsored by Ft. Dodge Animal Health.  Companion animals give us unconditional love and veterinary technicians give us peace of mind and they should be celebrated during National Veterinary Technician Week. More information about NAVTA and this special week can be found at <a href="http://www.navta.net" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank">www.navta.net</a>.

Media Contact:
Sandy Sponaugle (304) 876-8321

###]]></itunes:summary>

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                        <title>Pickin&#039; In the Panhandle Looking for Competitive Chefs </title>
                        <link>http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/7/prweb1130574.htm</link>
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                        <description> The West Virginia State BBQ &#38; Bluegrass Festival, Pickin&#039; in the Panhandle, is looking for people who think their BBQ skills are the best of the best. Whether you are a professional BBQ chef or rule the grill in your own backyard, join in the competitions on September 6 and September 7, 2008, for cash prizes! [PRWeb Jul 23, 2008]</description>
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                        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2008 13:57:36 -0700</pubDate>
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                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Martinsburg, West Virginia  (Vocus) July 23, 2008 -- The West Virginia State BBQ &#38; Bluegrass Festival, <a href="http://www.panhandlepickin.com/" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Pickin&#039; in the Panhandle">Pickin&#039; in the Panhandle</a>, is looking for people who think their BBQ skills are the best of the best. Whether you are a professional BBQ chef or rule the grill in your own backyard, join in the competitions on September 6 and September 7, 2008, for cash prizes!



Enjoying music and BBQ with your family are the main goals of the festival; however, participants of the BBQ competitions will be required to follow the KCBS guidelines which can be found at <a href="http://www.kcbs.us" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank">www.kcbs.us</a>.  The backyard BBQ competition will also give points for creativity and feature a special celebrity judge!  All competitors must be pre-registered by August 31st, 2008 by calling the Martinsburg-Berkeley County Convention Visitors Bureau or by filling out the form at <a href="http://www.PanhandlePickin.com" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank">www.PanhandlePickin.com</a>.  Professional competition fee is $200 and Backyard competition is $50.  All registrations get a free tee shirt!

Pickin&#039; in the Panhandle is an event the whole family will enjoy. Located in scenic Back Creek Valley, West Virginia at the <a href="http://www.lazyacamping.com/" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Lazy A Campground">Lazy A Campground</a>, Pickin&#039; promises hours of musical entertainment and mouth watering food for you to enjoy.  Advance tickets will be available after May 1 for $10/adult and $5/kids and students (kids under 3 are free) and can be purchased from the Martinsburg-Berkeley County Convention and Visitor&#039;s Bureau at (304) 264-8801.

Media Contact:
Sandy Sponaugle 
304-876-8321

Festival Contact:
Martinsburg-Berkeley County Convention and Visitor&#039;s Bureau 
304-264-8801

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                        <itunes:author>Sandy Sponaugoe</itunes:author>
                        <itunes:subtitle>Pickin&#039; In the Panhandle Looking for Competitive Chefs </itunes:subtitle>
                        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Martinsburg, West Virginia  (Vocus) July 23, 2008 -- The West Virginia State BBQ &#38; Bluegrass Festival, <a href="http://www.panhandlepickin.com/" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Pickin&#039; in the Panhandle">Pickin&#039; in the Panhandle</a>, is looking for people who think their BBQ skills are the best of the best. Whether you are a professional BBQ chef or rule the grill in your own backyard, join in the competitions on September 6 and September 7, 2008, for cash prizes!



Enjoying music and BBQ with your family are the main goals of the festival; however, participants of the BBQ competitions will be required to follow the KCBS guidelines which can be found at <a href="http://www.kcbs.us" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank">www.kcbs.us</a>.  The backyard BBQ competition will also give points for creativity and feature a special celebrity judge!  All competitors must be pre-registered by August 31st, 2008 by calling the Martinsburg-Berkeley County Convention Visitors Bureau or by filling out the form at <a href="http://www.PanhandlePickin.com" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank">www.PanhandlePickin.com</a>.  Professional competition fee is $200 and Backyard competition is $50.  All registrations get a free tee shirt!

Pickin&#039; in the Panhandle is an event the whole family will enjoy. Located in scenic Back Creek Valley, West Virginia at the <a href="http://www.lazyacamping.com/" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Lazy A Campground">Lazy A Campground</a>, Pickin&#039; promises hours of musical entertainment and mouth watering food for you to enjoy.  Advance tickets will be available after May 1 for $10/adult and $5/kids and students (kids under 3 are free) and can be purchased from the Martinsburg-Berkeley County Convention and Visitor&#039;s Bureau at (304) 264-8801.

Media Contact:
Sandy Sponaugle 
304-876-8321

Festival Contact:
Martinsburg-Berkeley County Convention and Visitor&#039;s Bureau 
304-264-8801

###]]></itunes:summary>

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                        <title>Contemporary American Theater Festival Announces 2008 Company</title>
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                        <description>Television and Film actors to perform in Shepherdstown [PRWeb Jul 8, 2008]</description>
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                        <pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:44:54 -0700</pubDate>
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                        <content:encoded><![CDATA[Shepherdstown, West Virginia (Vocus) July 8, 2008 -- Familiar faces abound at this year&#039;s <a href="http://www.catf.org/" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Contemporary American Theater Festival">Contemporary American Theater Festival</a>.  In addition to outstanding theatrical credits ranging from small independent productions, all the way to Broadway, many actors have also appeared in popular television shows and major motion pictures.  &quot;We have assembled a remarkably talented cast this year,&quot; stated Ed Herendeen, Founder and Producing Director of CATF.  &quot;They will do an amazing job of bringing these colorful and somewhat controversial characters to life.&quot;  

The Contemporary American Theater Festival will run July 9 through August 3, presenting five risk-taking plays that are guaranteed to make you &quot;thinktheater&quot;:  <a href="http://www.catf.org/playwrights/jtrogers.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="The Overwhelming by J.T. Rogers">The Overwhelming by J.T. Rogers</a>, <a href="http://www.catf.org/playwrights/gregkotis.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Pig Farm by Greg Kotis">Pig Farm by Greg Kotis</a>, <a href="http://www.catf.org/playwrights/lydiadiamond.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Stick Fly by Lydia R. Diamond">Stick Fly by Lydia R. Diamond</a>, <a href="http://www.catf.org/playwrights/neillabute.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="WRECKS by Neil LaBute">WRECKS by Neil LaBute</a> and the world premiere of <a href="http://www.catf.org/playwrights/richarddresser.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="A View of the Harbor by Richard Dresser">A View of the Harbor by Richard Dresser</a>.  Returning as part of the CATF acting company this year:  
* Lee Sellars, a Festival favorite, is appearing this year in The Overwhelming and Pig Farm. He has performed in many CATF productions including The God of Hell, Flag Day and Rounding Third. Sellars has been seen in television shows such as Law &#38; Order, The Sopranos, The Black Donnelleys and ER, and has also appeared in films such as Third Watch.
* Chris Boykin will be performing in The Overwhelming. He has been a CATF acting intern and part of CATF&#039;s Actor&#039;s Lab, appearing in productions of Amazing, On the Verge, and Happyslap.  Boykin has been seen in the <a href="http://www.shepherd.edu/" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Shepherd University">Shepherd University</a> productions of Streamers, Jesus Hopped the &quot;A&quot; Train, Fat Pig and The Shape of Things.  This fall he will attend The Theatre School at DePaul for his M.F.A. in acting.  
* Andrea Cirie is back this year to keep you laughing in A View of the Harbor and Pig Farm after appearing in last Season&#039;s Lonesome Hollow and The Pursuit of Happiness. Cirie wrote and performed her solo show, V.I.P., at the Edinburgh Theatre Festival and has appeared on Law &#38; Order: SVU and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.  
* Anne Marie Nest gave a memorable performance as Rachel Corrie in last year&#039;s controversial My Name is Rachel Corrie. She graces the stage this year in Stick Fly and A View of the Harbor.  Other CATF productions have included Mr. Marmalade and Sex, Death, and the Beach Baby.  Nest&#039;s credits include over twenty plays performed at theaters across the country, as well as a role on the television series &quot;Guiding Light.&quot;  
* Michael Goodwin performs this year in The Overwhelming after appearing at CATF nine times in the past. In addition to leading performances at many... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/contemporary_american/theater_festival/prweb1072764.htm]]></content:encoded>
                        <itunes:author>Sandy Sponaugle</itunes:author>
                        <itunes:subtitle>Contemporary American Theater Festival Announces 2008 Company</itunes:subtitle>
                        <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Shepherdstown, West Virginia (Vocus) July 8, 2008 -- Familiar faces abound at this year&#039;s <a href="http://www.catf.org/" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Contemporary American Theater Festival">Contemporary American Theater Festival</a>.  In addition to outstanding theatrical credits ranging from small independent productions, all the way to Broadway, many actors have also appeared in popular television shows and major motion pictures.  &quot;We have assembled a remarkably talented cast this year,&quot; stated Ed Herendeen, Founder and Producing Director of CATF.  &quot;They will do an amazing job of bringing these colorful and somewhat controversial characters to life.&quot;  

The Contemporary American Theater Festival will run July 9 through August 3, presenting five risk-taking plays that are guaranteed to make you &quot;thinktheater&quot;:  <a href="http://www.catf.org/playwrights/jtrogers.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="The Overwhelming by J.T. Rogers">The Overwhelming by J.T. Rogers</a>, <a href="http://www.catf.org/playwrights/gregkotis.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Pig Farm by Greg Kotis">Pig Farm by Greg Kotis</a>, <a href="http://www.catf.org/playwrights/lydiadiamond.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Stick Fly by Lydia R. Diamond">Stick Fly by Lydia R. Diamond</a>, <a href="http://www.catf.org/playwrights/neillabute.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="WRECKS by Neil LaBute">WRECKS by Neil LaBute</a> and the world premiere of <a href="http://www.catf.org/playwrights/richarddresser.html" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="A View of the Harbor by Richard Dresser">A View of the Harbor by Richard Dresser</a>.  Returning as part of the CATF acting company this year:  
* Lee Sellars, a Festival favorite, is appearing this year in The Overwhelming and Pig Farm. He has performed in many CATF productions including The God of Hell, Flag Day and Rounding Third. Sellars has been seen in television shows such as Law &#38; Order, The Sopranos, The Black Donnelleys and ER, and has also appeared in films such as Third Watch.
* Chris Boykin will be performing in The Overwhelming. He has been a CATF acting intern and part of CATF&#039;s Actor&#039;s Lab, appearing in productions of Amazing, On the Verge, and Happyslap.  Boykin has been seen in the <a href="http://www.shepherd.edu/" onclick="linkClick( this.href );"  target="_blank" title="Shepherd University">Shepherd University</a> productions of Streamers, Jesus Hopped the &quot;A&quot; Train, Fat Pig and The Shape of Things.  This fall he will attend The Theatre School at DePaul for his M.F.A. in acting.  
* Andrea Cirie is back this year to keep you laughing in A View of the Harbor and Pig Farm after appearing in last Season&#039;s Lonesome Hollow and The Pursuit of Happiness. Cirie wrote and performed her solo show, V.I.P., at the Edinburgh Theatre Festival and has appeared on Law &#38; Order: SVU and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine.  
* Anne Marie Nest gave a memorable performance as Rachel Corrie in last year&#039;s controversial My Name is Rachel Corrie. She graces the stage this year in Stick Fly and A View of the Harbor.  Other CATF productions have included Mr. Marmalade and Sex, Death, and the Beach Baby.  Nest&#039;s credits include over twenty plays performed at theaters across the country, as well as a role on the television series &quot;Guiding Light.&quot;  
* Michael Goodwin performs this year in The Overwhelming after appearing at CATF nine times in the past. In addition to leading performances at many... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/contemporary_american/theater_festival/prweb1072764.htm]]></itunes:summary>

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