Personal Log: Eric Cagle (Tharn/Lt. Farrel)

Playing two roles in “Mirror, Mirror,” Eric Cagle portrays the pacifist Tharn and the thuggish brute, Farrel. Eric is an actor that enjoys having his brain split between two opposing roles. It’s even more fun at cocktail parties.

What do you think of Outdoor Trek so far, and what are you looking forward to about the upcoming production?

I was cast and ready to do Outdoor Trek last year, but family issues came up and I had to bow out. I was excited then and I’m doubly excited now! I’m going to be playing two parts, neither of which are “canon” characters. This means I can play and have fun developing these characters without worrying that it’s not a carbon copy of what happened in the original show.

What cool things do you do in your life outside of Outdoor Trek?

I'm a game designer, writer, and maker of apps. I’m busy in the world of tabletop and roleplaying games. I do improv comedy from time to time, cook for my amazing sweetie, and spend most of my time wrangling a puppy that insists on doing EVERYTHING for 26 hours a day.

What history do you have with theatrical productions?

I came to theater from a sideways slant. Most of my work has been done reproducing historical, spiritual, and even ritual plays. I’ve portrayed several Greek and Celtic gods, gone to the Underworld (metaphorically, of course) and even got to play a singing Satyr in a recreation of Aleister Crowley’s metaphysical plays. Oh yeah, and I’ve done more than my share of Improv (Jet City Class of 2012!).

What history do you have with Star Trek?

I've always been a fan of the show and orking in the "geek culture" of gaming, I've constantly been surrounded by Sci-Fi in all its forms. It always cracks me up when people ask the inevitable "Star Trek or Star Wars" question. I’ve actually written several books for the Star Wars universe, but Star Trek has always held a special place in my heart.

What excites you about the future of mankind?

That even when things look bad, we somehow figure out a way to overcome. Oh, and humor. If we can keep poking fun at ourselves, we’ll do ok.

Starting July 19!

Behind the scenes shot of "Mirror, Mirror."

We're working hard to get ready to see you!


This season, to reward our loyal fans who have consistently shown up early for our performances, we have lined up several opening acts to appear one hour before our performances of Outdoor Trek. Stay tuned to this website to see who is appearing on the night you plan to see "Mirror, Mirror," as well as cast and crew bios!

Auditions for Outdoor Trek: Mirror, Mirror

Now recruiting!

Needed: Actors to fill all roles (except Kirk, Spock and McCoy), which will be cast without regard to the gender or race of the original series characters. We are not looking for impersonation. We are looking for creative people who want to be part of the process both on and off stage.

Auditions will consist of cold readings. Please be prepared to stay for the entire time; we may not need you for that long but we will be holding callbacks after hearing everyone.
Performances will take place at the end of July and beginning of August outside at Blanche Lavizzo Park.

Time: EITHER Sunday, March 16th or Tuesday, March 18th, from 6-9pm.

Location: Theatre Puget Sound, Armory/Center House 4th floor, Seattle Center, Studio C (Sunday, March 16th) and Studio I (Tuesday, March 18th)

Volunteer Open House

Are you a fan of outdoor theater? Of Star Trek? Of Outdoor Trek? Ever wanted to help with Outdoor Trek, without knowing quite what to do?  Well, here's your chance to join the team! 

Join us Sunday, February 16, any time between 5pm and 8pm in the Armory/Center House in Seattle Center.  Come drop in and say hi to the cast and crew of Hello Earth. We'll be talking about our upcoming show, "Mirror, Mirror," as well as how YOU can be part of it. Whether you're interested in PR, promotion, costumes/sets/props, or joining our Away Team for production days, come down to the Armory/Center House at Seattle Center any time between 5 and 8 and talk to us!

Vote for Next Year's Outdoor Trek Episode!

Thanks to everyone who came out and supported us this year. We had a blast, record attendance, and a lot of enthusiasm for next year. At the request of some absentee voters and mail-in precincts, we've kept the voting open a few days longer! You don't have to donate, but we've included a handy button in case you do. Thanks to Chief Engineer Michael Bowers for setting this up!

Update: Voting is closed! And the winner is:

MIRROR, MIRROR 

Watch this space for future announcements about dates and times and how you can get involved! And be sure to follow us on twitter at @hello_earth (and now, @hail_terra--no relation) for more updates and ways to be involved!

Outdoor Trek Performances

Presenting Outdoor Star Trek's Devil In The Dark (the one with the Horta) 

Summer 2013 at Blanche Lavizzo Park (2100 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA, 98144)

Saturday, July 27 at 7pm
Sunday, July 28 at 2pm
Saturday, August 3 at 7pm
Sunday, August 4 at 2pm

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Auditions for this season!

Hello Earth is a grass roots community enterprise formed with the intention of presenting free entertainment in outdoor spaces. Both previous Star Trek episodes, “The Naked Time” and “This Side of Paradise”, were great successes and this year will be even more spectacular.

Needed: Actors to fill all roles (except Kirk and Spock), which will be cast without regard to the gender or race of the original series characters. We are not looking for impersonation. We are looking for creative people who want to be part of the process both on and off stage.

Auditions: Sunday, April 21st from 7-10 pm OR Monday, April 22nd from 7-10 pm

Location: Theatre Puget Sound, Armory/Center House, Seattle Center, Room E (Sunday, April 21st) and Room B (Monday, April 22nd)

Auditions will consist of cold readings. Please be prepared to stay for the entire time; we may not need you for that long but we will be holding callbacks after hearing everyone.

Performances will take place at the end of July and beginning of August outside at Blanche Lavizzo Park.

Please contact us at helloearthseattle@gmail.com with any questions, or if you wish to help with the production in another capacity. And pass this notice on!