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Kalamazoo s Community Theatre JaNUarY 2015 a rock n roll experience Unlike all others B Book by Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff Music and Lyrics by Pete Townshend Additional Music and Lyrics by John

Townshend and Des McAnuff's tale of a young boy's journey from pain to triumph is the most electrifying rock and roll musical experience to play in a theatre.

1 Kalamazoo s Community Theatre JaNUarY 2015 a rock n roll experience Unlike all others B Book by Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff Music and Lyrics by Pete Townshend Additional Music and Lyrics by John Entwistle and Keith Moon Originally produced on Broadway by Pace Theatrical Group and Dodger Productions with Kardana Productions Production Sponsors: ased on the iconic 1969 rock concept album, Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff's tale of a young boy's journey from pain to triumph is the most electrifying rock and roll musical experience to play in a theatre. The story of the pinball-playing, deaf, dumb and blind boy who overcomes his adversities has inspired, amazed, and puzzled audiences for more than 40 years. With a score that includes Tommy Can You Hear Me, I'm Free, Pinball Wizard and See Me, Feel Me, this show is a must-see for fans of The Who and musical theatre alike. Director/Choreographer Jay Berkow (Jekyll and Hyde, the Musical, The Drowsy Chaperone) and Musical Director Brent J. Decker (Into the Woods, My Fair Lady) lead the Parish Theatre season presenter: talented cast, which includes Robert Cook (Les Misérables, Shrek, the Musical), James Patrick Ketelaar (Les Misérables), Joshua King (Boeing Boeing, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat), Thomas Olds (Les Misérables, My Fair Lady), Alec Olweean (Les Misérables), Nick Petrelli (Peter Pan), Drew D. Porrett (Shrek, the Musical), Aaron C. Rutherford (My Fair Lady) and Mary Teutsch (Irving Berlin s Annie Get Your Gun, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee). Making their Civic debuts in The Who s Tommy are Natalie Burdick, Kelly Eubank, Anna Grossi, Grace Guerra, Rob Jollie, Mick Jutila, Jerry Lord, Ana Martinez, Xavi Nohara, Mike Perlongo, Lindsay Powers, Kalie Schnabel, Joseph Sturdy and Rachel Torres. PERFORMANCE DATES: Friday January 23 7:30pm Saturday January 24 7:30pm Sunday January 25 2:00pm Thursday January 29 7:30pm Friday January 30 7:30pm Saturday January 31 7:30pm Sunday February 1 2:00pm Friday February 6 7:30pm Saturday February 7 7:30pm ASL Interpreted performance FOR TICKETS CAll or visit The stage management team for The Who s Tommy is comprised of Stage Manager Savannah F. Draper and Assistant Stage Managers Kadie Alpers and Dixie Edwards. This production is sure to sell out quickly, so don t wait; order your tickets today by calling the Civic box office at or online at Due to the mature content and themes addressed in this production, The Who s Tommy is recommended for patrons 16 and up. Discounted tickets are available for seniors, students and groups of 10 or more. BOX OFFICE: BUSINESS OFFICE: WEB: FACEBOOK: facebook.com/kazoocivic

ARSENIC AND OLD LACE (JAN) INTO THE WOODS (JAN-FEB) THE MIRACLE WORKER (FEB) GOOD PEOPLE (MAR) free PerformaNCe theatre Kalamazoo New PlaYfeSt staged readings As a member

31st. We will be presenting the original work: Where the Bee Sucks by Jane huffman January 31, 2015 THE EPIC THEATRE AT 7:30PM At its core, the play examines the ways in

com Ushering in the New Year H appy New Year! I hope your holidays were filled with friends and family, good food and great theatre.

here in Kalamazoo. Did you know that there are therapeutic benefits to live theatre and those benefits are as old as history itself?

theatre, contributing to a healthy community.

We have some fabulous opportunities for you in the New Year to see and do theatre! I hope you are planning on seeing Lend Me a Tenor in the Auditorium.

2 ARSENIC AND OLD LACE (JAN) INTO THE WOODS (JAN-FEB) THE MIRACLE WORKER (FEB) GOOD PEOPLE (MAR) free PerformaNCe theatre Kalamazoo New PlaYfeSt staged readings As a member of Theatre Kalamazoo, the Civic is very pleased to be participating in the fifth annual New Play Festival, which will be held in the Epic Center Theatre January 30th and 31st. We will be presenting the original work: Where the Bee Sucks by Jane huffman January 31, 2015 THE EPIC THEATRE AT 7:30PM At its core, the play examines the ways in which fear for a loved one begets manipulation and selfishness, even in the name of love. For more detailed information visit: Ushering in the New Year H appy New Year! I hope your holidays were filled with friends and family, good food and great theatre. The start of a New Year is a great time for reflection on all the things we are grateful for in our lives, and maybe a time to make a few resolutions about things we want to do differently in the New Year. Here at the Civic, we hope you have resolved to take the time to enjoy the good company of friends, the pursuit of happy leisure and to support the rich array of local arts and artists in our community. As a community we are truly rich in cultural pursuits, and as a community leader for 85 years, we are proud of the contribution we continue to make to the quality of life here in Kalamazoo. Did you know that there are therapeutic benefits to live theatre and those benefits are as old as history itself? Since the time of the Greeks (and even before), there has been presentational story telling complete with characters and emotions, the result of which is a cathartic experience for audience members. Audiences go on different journeys with the characters in a play and experience a wide range of emotion that has actually been proven Kristen Chesak Managing Director to reduce stress by releasing emotions. The Greeks found this form of catharsis essential to a healthy society, and 3,000 years later we are still maintaining this practice of storytelling in the form of live theatre, contributing to a healthy community. We have had a wonderful start to our 86th season, filled with fun musicals, and a great CYT show, and there is more on the way in We have some fabulous opportunities for you in the New Year to see and do theatre! I hope you are planning on seeing Lend Me a Tenor in the Auditorium. This comedy is sure to keep you laughing all evening. We also have The Who s Tommy opening in the Parish Theatre at the end of the month. This rock opera is filled with fantastic songs, and is sure to get your blood pumping on a cold Michigan evening. Our Winter Classes are also right around the corner, complete with a Master Class with David Alpert, a NYC based Director and WMU alumni. The tap class is back for another round, and we are also offering stage combat for adults. These great offerings, plus a monologue class for seniors and a plethora of youth classes are just waiting for you to investigate at From all of us here at the Civic, we wish you much love, luck and good health in 2015! We ll see you at the theatre! KC UpComInG at a GLanCe Lend Me a Tenor OPENING NIGHT January 9 at 7:30pm Cat on a Hot Tin Roof & Stepping Out AUDITIONS January 11 & 12 at 7:00pm Academy of Theatre Arts MASTER CLASS WITH DAVID ALPERT January 17 (9:00am-noon) Academy of Theatre Arts OPEN HOUSE January 17 (noon-2:00pm)

DR. SEUSS THE CAT IN THE HAT (MAR) BOEING BOEING (APR) IRENA S VOW (APR) IRVING BERLIN S ANNIE GET YOUR GUN (MAY) THE MAGICAL ADVENTURE S OF MERLIN (MAY) audition DateS Sunday, February 15th at

prior to audition time.) CaStiNg Seeking 10 men and 4 women (ages 16 and up), plus 1 boy and 1 girl (ages 9-15). All roles with the exception of Richard and Margaret will be double cast.

Youth auditioning (ages 9-15) will be provided something to read at the audition and do not need to prepare a monologue.

to pre-register for auditions visit www.kazoocivic.

7:00pm LOCATION The Civic Auditorium The Mainstage Rehearsal Room / Green Room (Those auditioning are encouraged to arrive thirty minutes prior to audition time.

Everyone will also be taught a tap dance combination at auditions. If you own them please bring tap shoes. Those auditioning may be asked to read from the script.

Williams MUSICAL DIRECTOR Marie McColley-Kerstetter ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER Emily Duguay Saturday, february 7th richard III audition WorKSHop For ages: Adults (16+) Time: 9:30am-11:00am A classic

this drama. You will learn more about Shakespeare s language and writing while working with Todd on how to approach the text itself.

CraZy for you audition WorKSHop For ages: Adults (16+) Time: noon-3:15pm Director Ben Zylman, Musical Director Marie McColley-Kerstetter,Choreographer Kathryn S.

3 DR. SEUSS THE CAT IN THE HAT (MAR) BOEING BOEING (APR) IRENA S VOW (APR) IRVING BERLIN S ANNIE GET YOUR GUN (MAY) THE MAGICAL ADVENTURE S OF MERLIN (MAY) audition DateS Sunday, February 15th at 7:00pm Monday, February 16th at 7:00pm CallBaCK Date Wednesday, February 18th at 7:00pm location The Carver Center The Muzzi Dance Studio (Those auditioning are encouraged to arrive thirty minutes prior to audition time.) CaStiNg Seeking 10 men and 4 women (ages 16 and up), plus 1 boy and 1 girl (ages 9-15). All roles with the exception of Richard and Margaret will be double cast. requirements Those auditioning are asked to bring a prepared Shakespeare monologue and may be asked to read from the script. The monologue does not have to be memorized. Youth auditioning (ages 9-15) will be provided something to read at the audition and do not need to prepare a monologue. rehearsal SCheDUle Rehearsals will be held Monday through Friday from 7:00pm-10:00pm beginning March 2nd April 9th PerformaNCeS April 10, 2015 April 25, 2015 DireCtor Todd Espeland if you would like to pre-register for auditions visit or call the Director of volunteers, Preston misner, at x1006 AUDITION DATES Sunday, February 22nd at 7:00pm Monday, February 23rd at 7:00pm CALLBACK DATE Wednesday, February 25th at 7:00pm LOCATION The Civic Auditorium The Mainstage Rehearsal Room / Green Room (Those auditioning are encouraged to arrive thirty minutes prior to audition time.) CASTING Seeking up to 15 men and 14 women ages 16 and up. REQUIREMENTS All are asked to prepare 16 measures of a Gershwin song. Please bring sheet music as an accompanist will be provided. Everyone will also be taught a tap dance combination at auditions. If you own them please bring tap shoes. Those auditioning may be asked to read from the script. REHEARSAL SCHEDULE Rehearsals will be held Monday through Friday from 7:00pm-10:00pm beginning March 16th April 30th PERFORMANCES May 1, 2015 May 16, 2015 DIRECTOR Ben Zylman CHOREOGRAPHER Kathryn S. Williams MUSICAL DIRECTOR Marie McColley-Kerstetter ASSISTANT CHOREOGRAPHER Emily Duguay Saturday, february 7th richard III audition WorKSHop For ages: Adults (16+) Time: 9:30am-11:00am A classic Shakespearean tragedy of one man s desire to climb to the top and his willingness to do anything to get there in this workshop Director Todd Espeland will shed some light on how best to prepare for this drama. You will learn more about Shakespeare s language and writing while working with Todd on how to approach the text itself. This is a not-to-be-missed workshop for those auditioning you will leave feeling more confident whether this is you first experience or one of many with the Bard! CraZy for you audition WorKSHop For ages: Adults (16+) Time: noon-3:15pm Director Ben Zylman, Musical Director Marie McColley-Kerstetter,Choreographer Kathryn S. Williams and Assistant Choreographer Emily Duguay will give you the inside scoop on this energetic, toe-tapping love story to help you prepare to audition. The opportunity to work on the potential audition scenes and receive direct feedback on character will be there along with the chance to sing your selected audition piece as well. Then you will tap your way through some of the choreography that will be used at the audition so if you own your own tap shoes, bring them with you! And while you re at it make sure you bring your sheet music, too! advanced registration is REQUESTED for detailed production, audition and workshop information or to register online please visit The Who s Tommy OPENING NIGHT January 23 at 7:30pm The Hobbit (CYT) TICKETS GO ON SALE January 26 at 10:00am Theatre Kalamazoo Presents THE 5TH ANNUAL NEW PLAYFEST January 30 & 31 Inside the Civic FREE AUDITION WORKSHOPS February 7

THE SUNSHINE BOYS (JUN) open HoUSe January 17th Carver Center noon-2:00pm MY FAIR LADY

(OCT) GRAND OLE MUSIC (NOV) SHREK, THE MUSICAL (DEC) now registering!

spring but here at the Civic, it is a time to warm-up and gain new skills to get ready

No need to wait for the warmth of spring; adults can come on down and get moving with

Youth can use theatre to create new things, become inventors, and even prepare for

And our Senior Class will be working on finding a strong, commanding voice in our

As always, there is just the right amount of offerings with something for everyone!

Financial aid is available for students of all ages!

4 THE SUNSHINE BOYS (JUN) open HoUSe January 17th Carver Center noon-2:00pm MY FAIR LADY (SEPT-OCT) Visit FOR CLASS INFO! I WAS A RAT! (OCT) GRAND OLE MUSIC (NOV) SHREK, THE MUSICAL (DEC) now registering! 2015 winter ClaSSeS & workshops Winter is a time when the world is resting waiting for spring but here at the Civic, it is a time to warm-up and gain new skills to get ready for the next time you step out in life or onstage. No need to wait for the warmth of spring; adults can come on down and get moving with our Winter Workshop Series on stage combat! Youth can use theatre to create new things, become inventors, and even prepare for college! And our Senior Class will be working on finding a strong, commanding voice in our monologue performance class to help prepare for their next audition. As always, there is just the right amount of offerings with something for everyone! DoN t wait UNtil the winter thaws we re warming UP at the academy! Financial aid is available for students of all ages! Applications are available online at registration is easy! enroll online today at or call Academy of Theatre Arts WINTER CLASSES BEGIN February 7 Cat on a Hot Tin Roof TICKETS GO ON SALE February 9 at 10:00am Richard III AUDITIONS February 15 & 16 at 7:00pm Crazy for You AUDITIONS February 22 & 23 at 7:00pm

Congratulations to the company of 2014-2015 SEASON Thank you for all of the hard-work, time, and dedication you put in during the holiday season to make this show a success!

com With an Act II Season Subscription, you have four admissions which means you can see any four of these six shows: Lend Me a Tenor The Who s Tommy Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Stepping Out Richard III

any two shows of your choice. To order your Act II Season Subscription, just fill out the enclosed form and mail it to the Civic or give us a call and we ll take care of the rest.

5 Congratulations to the company of SEASON Thank you for all of the hard-work, time, and dedication you put in during the holiday season to make this show a success! ACT II SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS FOUR ADMISSIONS FOR ONLY $ 59 FAX: Box Office: Web: With an Act II Season Subscription, you have four admissions which means you can see any four of these six shows: Lend Me a Tenor The Who s Tommy Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Stepping Out Richard III Crazy for You and you may also use your admissions for our Civic Youth Theatre and Senior Class Reader s Theatre shows: The Hobbit Anne of Green Gables A Piece of My Heart OR you and a guest can see any two shows of your choice. To order your Act II Season Subscription, just fill out the enclosed form and mail it to the Civic or give us a call and we ll take care of the rest. payment InformatIon ACT II Subscriptions ($59 each) Qty: $ Processing fee $3.00 total amount DUe Mail to: Kalamazoo CiviC theatre 329 South Park St. Kalamazoo, mi $ q Check (payable to Kalamazoo Civic Theatre) q VISA q MasterCard Name on Card: Account Number: Exp Date: / Signature: See great theatre for less! HERE CUT TO ORDER CALL THE BOX OFFICE AT: OR VISIT US ONLINE AT:

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6 the Kalamazoo CiviC theatre 329 South Park Street Kalamazoo Michigan N o N - p r o f i t o r g a N i z a t i o N u s p o s t a g e Pa i D k a l a m a z o o, m i p e r m i t N o return ServiCe requested COLOR PRINTING PROVIDED BY RIVER RUN PRESS; ART DIRECTION BY BEN ZYLMAN; GRAPHIC DESIGN BY TAMARA DIAMOND Non stop laughter. Variety PERFORMANCE DATES: Friday January 9 7:30pm Saturday January 10 7:30pm Thursday January 15 7:30pm Friday January 16 7:30pm Saturday January 17 7:30pm Sunday January 18 2:00pm Friday January 23 7:30pm Saturday January 24 7:30pm ASL Interpreted performance Production Sponsors: FOR TICKETS CAll or visit By Ken Ludwig JAnuARY 9 JAnuARY 24 THE CIVIC AUDITORIUM COMEDY It's 1934 and the Cleveland Grand Opera Company is preparing to welcome world-famous tenor Tito Morelli for a sold-out, one night only performance of Otello. But when the star arrives desperately late with his ego and his jealous wife in tow, things don't go exactly according to plan. A double dose of tranquilizers, an over-sexed soprano, and a mistaken suicide note add up to complete chaos! What transpires is a furiously paced comedy with more than a touch of the Marx brothers; complete with slamming doors and laugh-out-loud humor.

You Won t Want to Miss this Compelling American Classic! February 14 March 1. exciting extras. Kalamazoo s Community Theatre

FEBRUARY 2014 Kalamazoo s Community Theatre You Won t Want to Miss this Compelling American Classic! N o one knows what Helen Keller s fate might have been had she not come under the tutelage of Annie