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A Conversation With Armin Shimerman

March 21, 2021

Light Bulb Events by Play Bridge At Sea Presents Armin Shimerman

Play Bridge At Sea invites you to a free webinar Sunday, March 21, 1pm Pacific/4pm Eastern for a discussion with Shakespeare scholar and actor Armin Shimerman about his new novel Illyria, Betrayal of Angels. Set during the reign of Elizabeth I, Illyria is a romantic political mystery combining the historical persons of John Dee and William Shakespeare, with the fictional characters of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. Armin Shimerman, best known for his roles as Quark on Star Trek Deep Space 9 and Principal Snyder on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, is also an accomplished author, Bard scholar, and Professor of Shakespeare at the University of Southern California. This event is presented by Play Bridge at Sea (www.PlayBridgeatSea.com) and Christopher Rivera, and hosted by actor and Shakespeare scholar Ben Atkinson. It is completely free, but space is limited, so first come first served. Armin and Ben will take questions from the audience To register, please register at http://bit.ly/arminshimerman To purchase a copy of the book, please go to https://www.jumpmasterpress.com/product-page/betrayal-of-angels Armin Shimerman- He is a highly regarded instructor of Shakespeare and a BFA professor for Shakespeare at University of Southern Calif. (USC). He has taught at Theatricum for over thirty years. As an actor, he is best known to television audiences as Quark, on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. He has appeared on Broadway: Joe Papp’s Three Penny Opera, Circle-in-the-Square’s St. Joan, Richard Rodgers’ I Remember Mama, and George Abbott’s Broadway. Selected Regional Theatre –Utah Shakespeare Festval: (last year) as Polonius, the Porter, and Gregory Simon, San Diego Repertory Theater: as Lear’s Fool, Marius in Fugard’s Road to Mecca, and was honored for his blind Irishman in Conor McPherson’s The Seafarer (San Diego Critics Circle Award for best actor); San Diego Old Globe: Richard III, Love’s Labour’s Lost, Merry Wives of Windsor; American Shakespeare Festival: Henry V; Indiana Repertory Theatre: Hoagy, Bix, Wolfgang Beethoven Bunkhouse; Guthrie Theatre: Three Penny Opera, Camille, Wild Oats and Fool in King Lear. Selected Los Angeles Theatre: Discord and Hughie (with Brian Dennehy) at the Geffen Theatre, Birthday Party at the Matrix Theater (LA Drama Critics Circle Nom. Lead Performance); the Madwoman of Chaillot at A Noise Within Theatre; Richard II at the Mark Taper Forum. At Antaeus Theatre, he teaches Shakespeare, co-directed the Crucible, and recently Measure for Measure. TV: - 80 different Guest Star roles, including Antaeus the Nox on Stargate, Principal Snyder on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Judge Hooper on Boston Legal, and more recently on CSI, Castle, and Timeless. Two years ago, he was nominated for a daytime Emmy for his performance in the web-series, Red Bird. In addition, he is a novelist with Simon & Schuster with his trilogy The Merchant Prince. His period mystery, Prospero’s Intelligence, will be published this fall by Jumpmaster Press. As a voice-over artist, his work with the ensembles for Maltese Falcon and Zorro was nominated for Grammys. In the field of games, he has done over two dozen, but has gotten kudos for his voicing of Dr. Nefarious in the Ratchet and Clank franchise as well as Andrew Ryan in the Bioshock series. He has been happily married to Kitty Swink for over 35 years – unquestionably his greatest achievement. LightBulb events by Play Bridge At Sea are periodic events that broaden your mind and introduce you to new ideas and people beyond our normal bridge world. For more information about Play Bridge At Sea go to https://playbridgeatsea.com.

Advanced Two Over One Bidding To be Offered in Janaury 2021

December12, 2020

Advanced Two Over One Class To Be Offered in January

Play Bridge From Home- Play Bridge At Sea will be offering an advanced two over one class in January 2021. A package of four sessions will be taught Saturdays- at 2PM Eastern Time on January 9, January 16, January 23 and January 30. One registration gets all 4. Classes cannot be sold individually. The Advanced Two Over One online bridge lesson series is a four part series that will include 1D/2C, splinter bids, control bids, and the non-serious 3NT. It is recommended that you have a knowledge of the fundamentals of 2/1 in order to participate. The ACBL certified teachers are Giorgia Botta, Christopher Rivera and John Ramos. Play Bridge From Home which is part of Play Bridge At Sea-Dream Vacations is America's largest seller of Cruises. The company operates Signature Bridge Cruises on Silversea Cruises in 2021/2022. It also operates the Bridge Academy On Land at Ojai Valley Inn in California November 14-19, 2021. All online lessons, cruises and land programs can be seen on the company's website https://www.playbridgeatsea.com or by calling 800.983.9077.

Beginner Bridge Classes Offered By Play Bridge At Sea

December 11, 2020

Beginner Bridge Online Lessons Now Available

Play Bridge From Home- Play Bridge At Sea will be offering a beginner to bridge online class in January 2021. A package of four sessions will be taught Tuesdays- at 7PM Eastern Time on January 5, January 12, January 19, and January 26. One registration gets all 4. Classes cannot be sold individually. The fundamentals of Bridge is a dynamic 4 part series taught by Christopher Rivera and James Gundell. Bridge is so much more than a game—it’s an opportunity to be in a continuous learning experience, build partnerships with friends, make new friends along the way---and have fun! Give the gift of bridge lessons to a loved one or friend. You can do this from the company's web site. Play Bridge From Home which is part of Play Bridge At Sea-Dream Vacations is America's largest seller of Cruises. The company operates Signature Bridge Cruises on Silversea Cruises in 2021/2022. It also operates the Bridge Academy On Land at Ojai Valley Inn in California November 14-19, 2021. All online lessons, cruises and land programs can be seen on the company's website https://www.playbridgeatsea.com or by calling 800.983.9077.

Bridge Academy On Land is Set for Marco Island Florida for March 21-26, 2021

March 21, 2021

Play Bridge At Sea Set to Offer Exceptional Bridge learning at the beautiful JW Marriott Resort at Marco Island Florida

Immerse yourself in sophisticated luxury at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort. Situated along three miles of pristine private beach on the Gulf of Mexico, the resort balances tranquil relaxation with elevated fun and entertainment. Unwind in luxurious rooms and suites, each with scenic private balconies, or experience Paradise by Sirene, a curated escape exclusively for adult guests. Sample cuisine from around the globe at the Florida resort's 12 restaurants, tee off from one of two championship golf courses, rejuvenate at the exquisite spa, swim, kayak, ride a wave runner, take a fitness class, enjoy family activities or simply relax. Call 212.862.2706 for more information and to hold your spot.

Bridge Academy On Land is Set for Ojai California on November 15-20, 2020

August 5, 2020

Play Bridge At Sea Set to Offer Exceptional Bridge learning at the beautiful Ojai Valley Inn resort.

Bridge Academy by Play Bridge At Sea has found a way to improve your bridge game in a fun relaxed environment. Six days and 5 Nights at the magnificent Ojai Valley Inn Resort in Ojai, CA. including lessons on a variety of bridge topics from our national champion John Ramos. Daily ACBL sanctioned games with black points are offered. The total package comes with accommodations, breakfast, lunch, one farewell dinner and 2 receptions. All taxes and resort fees are included. Safety of our guests is our priory and we are working closely with the hotel to assure a safe and healthy environment to stay and to convene. Bookings are protected with our book with confidence policy. If you feel the need to cancel, you may do so up to 30 days before arrival for a full cash refund. Surrounded by scenic hills and mountains, this historic and celebrated resort features a full health spa and a championship golf course. Five restaurants feature dishes made from locally grown ingredients. Rooms at the Ojai Valley Inn are decorated in Spanish Colonial style and feature in-room coffee machines. Spa Ojai bathroom amenities, a flat-screen TV and a radio with iPod connection are also included. Some rooms offer a fireplace. Spa Ojai welcomes guests with warm, exotic rooms featuring a variety of massages and treatments. In addition to the two pools at the spa, the resort offers a large, outdoor family swimming pool with food and beverage service. The Inn at Ojai Valley is 7 miles from Lake Casitas and 17 miles from Pierpoint Bookings can be made by calling Play bridge At Sea at 800.983.9077 (212.862.2706) or by email at ebrill@dreamvacations.com

Joel Wooldridge Joins the Bridge Professors For August 30 Online Session

August 4, 2020

Virtual Bridge lessons with Giorgia Botta, John Ramos and Christopher Rivera along with a Visiting Professor.

Joel Wooldridge is an ACBL Grand Life Master and world renown bridge player who has won nine NABC titles, as well as two silver medals and a bronze in international team events. He is also a highly regarded teacher. Joel lives in New York City, where he plays and teaches bridge daily. He joins the Bridge Professors Online session Thursday August 30. You can register here https://play-bridge-from-home.square.site/shop/the-bridge-professors/2

Liam Milne Joins The Bridge Professors September 24

November 19, 2020

Virtual Bridge lessons with Giorgia Botta, John Ramos and Christopher Rivera along with a Visiting Professor.

From Sydney Australia, Liam Milne is an accomplished bridge player, writer and teacher. Liam's recent NABC results include a win in the Mitchell B-A-M and 3rd in the Reisinger at the 2019 San Francisco NABC. In addition to frequent appearances on the Australian national team, Liam runs private bridge clinics in Sydney and has recently edited a book about improving one's mental resilience at the bridge table. Register for classes at https://www.playbridgeatsea.com/learn-at-home

Mitch Towner Joins the Bridge Professors For October 22 For Online Session

October 22, 2020

Virtual Bridge lessons with Giorgia Botta, John Ramos and Christopher Rivera along with a Visiting Professor Mitch Towne

Mitch Towner is a champion bridge and poker player, as well as a Professor of Finance at the University of Arizona. In bridge, he was a 4-time US Junior team representative, and has many top 20 finishes in NABC+ events, including the Fast Pairs and the Platinum Pairs. In 2016, Mitch won the World Series of Poker Monster Stack Championship for $1,120,000. See All Bridge Professor Classes at https://play-bridge-from-home.square.site/

Overcall Structure at the 1- and 2-level for Intermediate Players Set To Debut in December

December 2, 2020

New Overcall Class Series of Four Sessions Offered by Play Bride At Sea

What makes a good overcall? It's more than simply having an opening hand and a 5-card suit. Expert players compete in almost every auction with a wide variety of hands. How do they get away with it? Learn what conditions make it right to compete, and what conditions might deceive you into bidding when you shouldn't. Also learn what to do as overcaller's partner: when to advance the overcall, and when to pass. Christopher Rivera, Play Bridge At Sea™'s Bridge Director, along with Michael Polowan will be the expert teachers for these classes that will span four sessions each Wednesday at 1PM EST from December 2-30, 2020. Christopher adds that this class will be of the same exceptional quality of all our bridge cruises, land programs and online session offered by Play Bridge at Sea. Registration can be made at www.playbridgeatsea.com under the Learn At Home page or call 800.983.9077.

Patty Tucker Joins The Bridge Professors For Online Session

October 17, 2020

Virtual Bridge lessons with Giorgia Botta, John Ramos and Christopher Rivera along with our Visiting Professor Patty Tucker

Patty Tucker is a full-time bridge teacher, Grand Life Master, and member of the American Contract Bridge League Hall of Fame. Her contributions to teaching and bridge education are extensive: she is the creator of Learn Bridge in a Day, co-founder of Atlanta Junior Bridge, coach for the Georgia Tech collegiate team, and past president of the American Bridge Teachers' Association. Register for classes at https://www.playbridgeatsea.com/learn-at-home

The Bridge Fundamentals of Two-Over-One Bidding Series Is Set To Start In October

October 5, 2020

Two over one bridge fundamentals four part series to be offered.

Four Sessions on Mondays at 1PM Eastern time. October 5 October 12 October 19 October 26. One registration gets all 4. Classes will not be sold individually. This four-part series of classes will teach you the fundamentals of two-over-one -- what it is and when to use it. It will also include the Forcing Notrump -- what it is and when to use it. Each two-two hour class will include a lecture and the opportunity to bid and play many practice hands. The interactive software will allow you to ask questions throughout the lesson and play. Four great Bridge Professors, John Ramos, Finn Kolesnik, Ron Smith and Christopher Rivera will present these classes. Sign-up by yourself or with a partner and learn two-over-one.

Think Like An Expert! Online Bridge Lessons Offered Every Wednesday at 1PM Eastern time.

August 5, 2020

John Ramos and Finn Kolesnik share their thinking on each bridge hand.

A class in which bridge pros John Ramos and 16-year-old Finn Kolesnik play random hands against BBO robots and discuss their thinking on all aspects of the game -- bidding, declarer play, defensive strategy, carding, and matchpoint strategy.

Visiting Professor James Holzhauer Is Back At The Bridge Professors November 14

November 14, 2020

Dream Vacations - Play Bridge At Sea™ Announces Celebrity Guest at the Virtual Bridge Professors Workshop
Jeopardy Champion James Holzhauer to be a Visiting Professor on Saturday November 14, 2020.

Dream Vacations - Play Bridge At Sea™ is pleased to announce that James Holzhauer, also known as Jeopardy James, will be back as its Visiting Professor at the Bridge Professors Session on Saturday, November 14 at 12 p.m. EST. Holzhauer is a 32-time winner on Jeopardy and an accomplished bridge player. Ed Brill, managing director of Play Bridge At Sea, one of the nation’s largest operator of bridge cruises, has introduced The Bridge Academy on Land and now an online opportunity with The Bridge Professors, to further continue its commitment to offer the best bridge learning experience anywhere. The Bridge Professors features Play Bridge At Sea’s best at sea teachers who are accompanied by a visiting professor in a 2-hour lesson with exceptional learning and entertainment. Strategies of the pros are revealed as they play each hand. The full class lineup is available on www.playbridgeatsea.com. Play Bridge at Sea provides exceptional learning at sea, on land and at home. Teachers are all ACBL certified and are some of the best educators in the game. Bridge cruises are exclusively on Silversea Cruises for 2021 with itineraries to the West Coast, New England, and Caribbean as well as international ones to the Panama Canal and Athens. Upcoming educational sessions include The Bridge Academy at the JW Marriott Marco Island in March 2021 and the Ojai Valley Inn Resort in California in November 2021 Ongoing online learning featuring the Bridge Professors via Zoom video from the comfort of home. Dream Vacations - Play Bridge At Sea is an independently owned travel agency franchise located in New York, and is part of World Travel Holdings, the nation’s largest seller of cruise vacations. More information is available at https://www.playbridgeatsea.com or by phone at 212.862.2706.

Zach Grossack Joins The Bridge Professors For Onlne Session

October 8, 2020

Virtual Bridge lessons with Giorgia Botta, John Ramos and Christopher Rivera along with our Visiting Professor Zach Grossack.

Zach learned to play bridge from his mom at age 7 and became a Life Master at 12. He's won four North American Bridge Championship titles, and is the youngest player in ACBL history to become a Grand Life Master, having earned that rank in 2019, the year he graduated from Tufts University. Zach plays and teaches bridge professionally. Register for classes at https://www.playbridgeatsea.com/learn-at-home