Retro-Active Arts

Going back in time at Baker Street West in Jackson | Cody’s Caravan

Going back in time at Baker Street West in Jackson | Cody’s Caravan Spend the day in Victorian England without using a time machine. Cody's Caravan is in Jackson at Baker Street West.

Tickets on sale now.
Sword fights, espionage, runaway carriages, and lots of comedy come to the stage at Baker Street West. Tickets are now available for Baker Street West Theatrical Society members.
Go to bakerstreetwest.com for more information.
Our stellar cast features: John Lee as Sherlock Holmes, Joe Svec as Dr. Watson, Brad Barnard as Mycroft etc., Conor O'Neill as Moriarty etc., Michaela Key as Irene Adler etc., Beth Barnard as Mrs. Hudson etc. 6 actors playing over 30 roles. The fabulous photo was taken by Steve Farrell Photography

Dear Friends of Baker Street West,
Please mark your calendars for Sunday, February 15 at 2:00 pm for a gathering in the Baker Street West Theatre. On that afternoon, Baker Street West shall unveil an exciting new venture: One designed especially for our actors and crew, would-be actors and would-be crew.
In partnership with Jackson Community Studio (JCS), under the direction of Mike Morrione, BSW and JCS will begin producing short films as a fundraiser. This undertaking offers every Baker Street Player, Holmes’ Hound, and Friend of BSW an opportunity not only to perform on camera, but also to explore the worlds of cinematography, digital set design, visual effects, and lighting and sound within a film environment. It is, in short, a chance to grow one’s creative skill set both before and behind the lens.
This new initiative complements a lively and ambitious production agenda already ahead of us, including Moriarty by Ken Ludwig, scheduled to open April 17; Summer with Sherlock, our Youth Theatre program (dates to be determined); Sherlock Holmes vs. Dracula by John Lee, planned for September/October; and Sherlock Carol by Mark Shanahan, opening the Friday after Thanksgiving and running for three weekends.
Our aim is excellence: to learn, refine, and deliver high-quality productions, with a view toward eventually completing one film per month, drawing from the Sherlock Holmes stories we so dearly love and admire.
If you are interested and want to be involved in any of these endeavors, we wish to hear from you.
If you would like to schedule an audition to be a Baker Street Player, we wish to hear from you.
If you have questions or ideas, we wish to hear from you.
If you have a particular role or talent to contribute or technical interest in mind, we especially wish to hear from you.
We are eager to connect not only with performers, but also with those interested in technical theatre and stagecraft, marketing and sales, and backstage support. In short, do let us hear from you. Be ready and willing to roll up your sleeves and put in tireless effort and dedication.
If you desire to be involved, kindly contact Mrs. Hudson ([email protected] or [email protected]), and please be sure to reserve February 15 at 2:00 pm for our introductory gathering.
With enthusiasm for the adventures ahead,
Mrs. Hudson and
The Good Folks at Baker Street West
along with
Mike Morrione and
The Jackson Community Studio
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Baker Street West, A Non-Profit Organization Baker Street West is a Victorian tribute to Sherlock Holmes. It is an event venue that produces plays, dinner mystery theatre, afternoon teas, dramatic readings, private parties, and consultations with Mr. Holmes and Dr. Watson.

He’s solved murders. He’s faced masterminds. But he’s never faced this! Sherlock Holmes Vs Dracula plays at Chautauqua Playhouse Oct 17 - Nov 9. Tickets available at www.cplayhouse.org
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZA0CYf1Qaag

Sherlock Holmes vs Dracula at Chautauqua Playhouse The year is 1894 and after 3 years, Sherlock Holmes has returned alive from his presumed watery grave at Reichenbach Falls to face a new nemesis Count Dracul...

In honor of the 50th Anniversary of Chautauqua Playhouse, a brand new play has been commissioned for the Halloween season: SHERLOCK HOLMES VS DRACULA!
Written and directed by John E. Lee, this bold new production pits the legendary King of the Vampires vs the World's Greatest Detective in a thrilling Mystery-Adventure that is sure to entertain the entire family.
Set in 1897, this World Premiere production is a direct literary sequel to the original Dracula novel by Bram Stoker--at the moment that it intersects the lives of the residents of 221 B Baker Street. Immediately following the secret return of Sherlock Holmes to practice (--after being missing and presumed dead for three years), mysterious events in London bring together the heroes--and villains--of both classic tales in an epic battle to save England and the world!
Fans of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Bram Stoker--and even William Shakespeare--will find much to enjoy here--and the four songs included will only add to the unique and nuanced ambiance.
Parents should be informed that SHERLOCK HOLMES VS DRACULA is creepy and spooky, but not too scary for interested children--and the actors will be available to meet with audience members young and old following each performance.
SHERLOCK HOLMES VS DRACULA!
Opens October 17 at the Chautauqua Playhouse.

Chautauqua Playhouse Home - Chautauqua Playhouse Currently Happening at Chautauqua

Join Baker Street West to premiere a short holiday movie starring Santa Claus AND Sherlock Holmes (Baker Street Players!), filmed in Jackson, Jamestown and Folsom.
A family friendly event with lots of goodies and surprises, all to benefit the reconstruction of Baker Street West in The Old Courthouse, Jackson.
https://bakerstreetwest.com/