Improv Returns with None Other than Chris Stroschein

Chris Stroschein returns to lead improv workshops at NOTSTOCK 2017. Workshops are Thursday and Friday, October 5 and 6 from 10-11 a.m. in the Black Box Theatre, first floor of Hartnett Hall. Come have fun! And Chris will be singing some tunes Thursday morning in the Beaver Dam too. Make sure you come listen.

NOTSTOCK 2017 Dates

NOTSTOCK 2017 will be here before you know it. Save these dates, and we hope to see you there!

Another NOTSTOCK in the Books

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Some photos from the event--thanks, Micah! Thanks to all of you who attended. See you next year!

 

Interactive Theatre at NOTSTOCK 2016

In its fifth year, theatrical performances will be a part of NOTSTOCK. Performers from the Center for Applied Theatre and Drama Research at University of Missouri – Columbia will perform their intelligent and clever form of entertaining and thought-provoking interactive theatre in Aleshire Theatre at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 22. The next day, Sept. 23, they will hold a workshop from 10:00-11:00 a.m. in Aleshire Theatre for interested high school and MSU students. Come enjoy the fun!

NOTSTOCK 2016 - 10 Years of Arts Education

You are invited to the 10th NOTSTOCK, the signature fall ARTS event at Minot State University, SEPTEMBER 21-24. This is THE BIGGEST NOTSTOCK yet! The array of talented guests and activities include: theatre, printmaking, ceramics, poetry, music, film, language arts, broadcasting, art exhibits, and more! All events take place on MSU’s campus and all are free of charge.

NOTSTOCK will begin on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 7:00 p.m. with our guest poet, GUANTE, a two-time National Poetry Slam champion, activist, educator, and writer. Minot native and fellow writer, performer, and educator, Joe Davis, will also participate in the WORDSTOCK poetry events. 

SCREEN-PRINTING with artist phenoms, Neal Williams of Epic Problems and Dan McCarthy. BOTH will print LIVE at the event. Attend artist presentations and learn about careers, education, and the printmaking process.
 
DO-IT-YOURSELF screen-printing with MSU’s Art Students. Bring your t-shirts, tote bags and hoodies! 
 
THREE on-campus art exhibits! A Dan McCarthy and Neal Williams exhibit will be showcased in our library gallery. In Our Own Words: Native Impressions, an exhibit on loan from the North Dakota Museum of Art, will be on display in our Student Center Conference Center. Finally, a comprehensive 10-Year NOTSTOCK Retrospective exhibit will be in our new Flat Tail Press Gallery located in the west stairwell landing of the Administration Building.
 
FILMSTOCK debuts with LOVE FILM workshops hosted by representatives of ND STRONG.
 
THEATRE guests from the Center for Applied Theatre and Drama Research will offer an array of interactive workshops and theatrical experiences.
 
POTSTOCK returns with guest ceramicist Danielle O’Malley. LOTS of wheel throwing, hand-building, and raku opportunities for all!
 
BROADCASTING will host LIVE TONGUE-TWISTING contests for students in the Beaver Dam!
 
Foreign Language faculty member, JF Mondon, delivers a language inspired workshop "POETRY AROUND THE WORLD."
 
TENNESSEE JET is our special MUSIC GUEST! He is a one-man Americana-rock band from Nashville influenced by the hard-core honky-tonk of Dwight Yoakam, the writings of John Steinbeck, and the raw minimalism of The White Stripes. VANITY PLATE opens the show at 8:00 p.m. in the MSU outdoor Amphitheater on Friday, Sept. 23. Be prepared to clap, stomp, and chant along. Free will donations accepted.
 
Finally, on Saturday, Sept. 24, stop by CRAFTSTOCK outside the Student Center. The craft fair will feature approximately 12 local artists and their work for purchase. LOCAL LIVE MUSIC provided by Pangea House. 
 
The event will culminate with a CLOSING RECEPTION, Sept. 24, 7 p.m. at 62 Doors Gallery and Studios. Food, music, art, and fun for everyone. 

ALL EVENTS are FREE and open to the public. All artists and other guests will have work for sale. See the enclosed schedule and visit www.msunotstock.org for blog updates, band lineup, art curriculum, and online events schedule. Also check out MSU NOTSTOCK on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook (@msunotstock). We look forward to seeing you on campus!

Improv with the Bearded Men

Bearded Men Improv left the crowd in stitches. Thanks for performing so many times and for working with Campus Players! You all were awesome!

Bearded Men Improv to Perform at MSU NOTSTOCK 2015

Bearded Men Improv blends live theatre with the electric energy of improvisation. They create characters both hilarious and engaging and discover a story where there was only a scene. They invite the audience not just to laugh but also to grab their seats with anticipation and wipe away a tear if so moved. Join them on an epic journey of heart-warming proportions.

Come check them out at NOTSTOCK on Thursday, Sept. 24 at 1:00 p.m. and Friday, Sept. 25 at 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in Aleshire Theatre, Hartnett Hall. And don't you dare miss their performance Thursday evening, Sept. 24 at 8:00 p.m., also in Aleshire Theatre. Free and open to the public. 

Bearded Men Promo from Bearded Men Improv on Vimeo.

Improv with Nick Hausman at NOTSTOCK 2014