THE UNEXPECTED GUEST

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1 Ann Arbor Civic Theatre presents AGATHA CHRISTIE'S THE UNEXPECTED GUEST October 25-28, 1978 Lydia Mendelssohn Theater

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2 Of Ann Arbor, Inc. REALTORS JOHN LEIDY gifts E. Liberty East Stadium Blvd Luggage Shop 327 South Main St. Ann Arbor. Michigan luggage. Leather Goods. Hand Bags. Gifts DIAL !A rea Code 313) ****COMING ATTRACTIONS **** The Good Person of Sechzuan January 10-13, 1979 A Little Night Music March ,1979 Ann ARBOR (lvi( THEATR The Madwoman of Chaillot May 16-19, 1979

3 ANN ARBOR CIVIC THEATRE PRESENTS THE UNEXPECTED GUEST by Agatha Christie Assistant Director Veronique Liem Properties Lora J. Biddle Artistic Director Darlene Hartford Set Designer Don Stewart Costume Designer Dianne Lloyd Lighting Designer Jim Kaiser Producer Barbara Heston Consulting Director Roger Wertenberger Stage Manager Patsy Anne Girnys AACT BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mark Bowles, President Caro l Deniston, Vice President Runelda Medrano, Finance Larry Hill, Property Management Lois Linter, Social Miriam Marshall, Memberships Bettie Seeman, Communications Roger Wertenberger, Production Claudia Kerfoot, Tech Production Barbara Heston, Publicity Klaus Bergmann, Minor Productions Dave Gilbert, Long Range Planning

4 THE CAST (In order of appearance} Richard Warwick Fred Rico Laura Warwick... Deborah Kay Mueller Michael Starkwedder Desmond P. Ryan Miss Bennett Margie Cohen Jan Warwick Phillip Potter Mrs. Warwick Carol Katz Henry Angell Perry Mallette Sargeant Cadwallader Bobb James Inspector Thomas Peter Greenquist Julian Farrar Robert J. Starring The play takes place in Richard Warwick's study in South Wales near the Bristol Channel. ACT I Scene I - Late evening in November Scene II - 11 :00 a.m. the next day ACT II Later the same day NIELSEN'S FLOWER SHOP & GREENHOUSES Distinctive Floral Designs For All Occasions Plants and Accessories for Indoor & Outdoor Gardening Maiden Lane Phone

5 24 HOUR TELLER MACHINE DIRECT DEPOSIT OF CHECKS SATURDAY BANKING AUTOMATIC SAVINGS. SAFETY DEPOSIT BOXES AUTOMATIC LOAN PAYMENTS TRAVELERS CHECKS INVESTMENT SERVICES BANK AMERICARD PERSONAL SERVICES And of course, FREE APPLES Phone all offices () ~;;!~t~~!! STAFF Artistic Director Set Designer Set Builder Costume Designer lighting Designer Assistant Director Consulting Director Properties Stage Manager Producer Darlene Hartford Don Stewart Ted Farah Dianne Lloyd. Crew - Nancy Shepherdson, Lori Tooker, Beth Vann jim Kaiser. Crew - Dell Potter, Debby jokisch, Greg Shevchyk Veronique Liem Roger Wertenberger Lora j. Biddle. Crew - Kathy Genik, Patsy Girnys, France Mugler, Ricki Navarro, Betsy Wells, Irma Zald, Beth Roberts, Nancy Hilton, Tania Bauer Patsy Anne Girnys Barbara Heston Preis, Marilyn Set Decorators Move-In Crew Makeup Sound Recording Sound Crew Program Editor Program Notes Lobby Display Box Office Head Usher Ticket Agent Poster Publicity Photographer Special Effects joan Scheffler & Lora Biddle. Crew - Kathy Genik, Patsy Girnys, Ricki Navarro, Irma Zald, Anne Zald Dwight Smith, Bob Seeman, Ed Lesher, joe Medrano, Paul Couture, Larry Gurtowsky Dave Curtis Roger Wertenberger Edward Girnys jerry Bloomfield Barbara Heston Sue Beutler jerry Briegel Mindy Bowles Trudy Magi ott Karen Chalmer Barbara Heston Fred Beutler Dwight Smith Special thanks to all those who worked on the show but whose names are not included here.

ABOUT THE CAST FRED RICO (Richard Warwick). An actor for 21 years, his first performance was with a speech department children's show with Robert Q. Lewis.

6 ABOUT THE CAST FRED RICO (Richard Warwick). An actor for 21 years, his first performance was with a speech department children's show with Robert Q. Lewis. He has been a longtime member of Gilbert & Sullivan and Musket. He was last seen as Detective Sgt. Tarrant in Civic's Sleuth. DEBORAH KAY MUELLER (Laura Warwick). A newcomer to Civic but not to the theatre. Deborah worked with the EMU players from Her many stage appearances include Alma in Summer and Smoke, Millie in Hot L Baltimore and Flora in 27 Wagons of Cotton. She also appeared in Purdue's 1978 Summer Theatre as Fiosine in The Miser, Pam in A Day in the Death of joe Egg, and Kathy in Vanities. Deborah works as a secretary at the U of Min the Department of Philosophy. DESMOND P. RYAN (Michael Starkwedder). An Irishman by birth, Desmond has appeared with the Abbey Theatre in Dublin. He has also appeared with the University Players, as well as Civic and the Cocktail Theatre in Ann Arbor. He is employed at Huron High School in the Speech and English Departments. MARGIE COHEN (Miss Bennett). As one of Civic's most industrious workers, Margie has performed all manner of jobs behind the curtain for five years. Her efforts earned her a special Merit Award in She first appeared on stage this summer in the Studio Production of just Imagine, followed by her Mendelssohn debut this year as Rosa in You Never Can Tell. PHILLIP POTTER (jan Warwick). A Senior at Pioneer High School, this talented young man has appeared in many productions. These have included Finishing Touches, Pullman Car Hiawatha, You Can't Take It With You, Diary of Ann Frank and Peter Pan. He is a member of. the Pioneer Theatre Guild, History Club and A Capella Choir. He enjoys collecting coins, statues and miniature cannons. I. I West Side Book ShOP 113 West Liberty Ann Arbor, Michigan (313) Fine Used & Rare Books Bought & Sold Conlin Travel Ann Arbor's Largest Travel Agency PLYMOUTH MALL SOUTH UNIVERSITY WOLVERINE TOWER

More About the Cast CAROL KATZ (Mrs. Warwick). A newcomer to Civic, she has been involved with the Bonstelle Theatre at Wayne State University and the Wayne-Westland Civic Players.

7 More About the Cast CAROL KATZ (Mrs. Warwick). A newcomer to Civic, she has been involved with the Bonstelle Theatre at Wayne State University and the Wayne-Westland Civic Players. She has appeared in The Importance of Being Ernest, The Madwoman of Chail/ot, The Dark at the Top of the Stairs and The American Dream. She is emp loyed at the University of Michigan Hospital. PERRY MALLETTE (Henry Ange ll ). New to Civic, but not to acting, Perry has appeared with the Wayne State Theatre and the University of Detroit. He was featured in The Lark, Three Penny Opera, As You Like It, and The Horses. He is finishing his masters degree in direction at Wayne State University. BOBB JAMES (Sargeant Cadwallader). Bobb has appeared with Civic in Ernest In Love and The Fantastics. He has also starred in Caesar and Cleopatra, Fiddler on the Roof, and I Do, I Do among others. Bobb is an executive vice-presid ent of a film and production company. He is on the Board of Directors of the Ypsilanti Players and for a hobby enjoys collecting "tacky art." PETER GREENQUIST (In spector Thomas). His is the rich, mellow voice that greets many of us each morning on WUOM. He has been with Civic for four years. He has appeared in Promises, Promises, and You Never Can Tell. He has also lent a hand working on stage crews and has been a va lu able member of our playreading committee the last two years. ROBERT J. STARRING (Julian Farrar). In his five years with Civic, Bob has performed in The Visit, Brass and Grass, and Antigone. As a theatre major at Wayne State University he was a member of a cu ltural exchange visit to India in He has appeared in the U of M television series in Greek drama; as we ll as, Shakespearean plays for other organizations. Bob is a librarian at the University of Michigan. His interests include mu sic, travel and reading. DEVAUX'S STADIUM PHARMACY FREE DEUVERY - CHARGE ACCOUNTS Let us be your pharmacist. ARTHUR & ELIZABETH DEVAUX i612 1achon A;. n" AnnArbor 7&\.Jil Weet Stadium, Ann A bo

ABOUT THE STAFF DARLENE HARTFORD (Artistic Director). In her five years with Civic, Darlene has virtually mastered nearly every technical area of the theatre.

8 ABOUT THE STAFF DARLENE HARTFORD (Artistic Director). In her five years with Civic, Darlene has virtually mastered nearly every technical area of the theatre. She was Stage Manager for Little Mary Sunshine, Arsenic and Old Lace, and The Waltz of the Toreadors. She was co-producer of Sleuth. She has also directed three Studio Productions, including The Potboiler, Under Milkwood, and Dark of the Moon. Darlene is an electronics technician who is interested in science fiction. She is currently studying psychology at Washtenaw Community College. DON STEWART (Set Designer). A long and devoted member of Civic, Don has designed one show per year for Civic. He won "Best Set Award" for Agatha Christie's Ten Little Indians. He is a salesman in build in g suppl ies. DIANNE LLOYD (Costume Designer). Dianne joil1ed Civic one year ago in an acting workshop. She previously worked on costumes fo r You Can't Take It With You, and 40 Carats. A Realtor-Associate by day, she is a self-made fashion plate - designing and making many of her own stunning outfits. JIM KAISER (Lighting Designer). jim is a teacher of electronics. He is also the Technical Director for the Livonia Ballet Company and the Plymouth Ballet. ) im was the lighting designer for the touring group of VERONIQUE L1 EM (Assistant Director). This charming young french woman is a newcomer to Civic. She appeared this summer (y<>u guessed it) as a french maid in just Imagine. She also worked on props for Sleuth. Her favorite hobby is dance. - G~TU<D FmEML X\~INGl ""="" P.O. BOX 8600 /ANN ARBOR. MICHIGAN Offices in Albion, Ann Arbor, Battle Creek, Bellevue, Brighton. Chelsea, Coldwater, Dexter. Hastings, Manchester, Marshall, Richland, Saline. Ypsilanti Quality cookware, tableware, and unique kitchen accessories 415 N FihhAve Ann Arbor. Mich 30n

More About The Staff ROGER WERTENBERGER (Consulting Director). Multi-talented, Roger's theatre experiences and awards could fill an entire program.

9 More About The Staff ROGER WERTENBERGER (Consulting Director). Multi-talented, Roger's theatre experiences and awards could fill an entire program. His most recent award with Civic was being named "Best Director" for Sleuth, as well as "Best Set Design." He will again lend his talents to Civic by directing this May's production of The Madwoman of Chaillot. LORA J. Bl DDLE (Properties). A member of Civic for two years, she has worked on props, set-building and ushering. A talented local public school teacher - her hobbies include dance and cooking. PATSY ANNE Gl RNYS (Stage Manager). Returning to Civic after 3 years, Patsy appeared in our production of Under Milk wood. She has been a part of many " U" productions, including Hamlet, Red Ry der and Cyrano de Bergerac. She appeared as Hodel in Fiddler on the Roof for the Monroe Community Players. Patsy is a Senior Library Assistant at the U of M Graduate Library. BARBARA HESTON (Producer). Barb joined Civic three years ago as a chorus member in Promises, Promises. She also appeared in this summer's production of just Imagine. She was assistant director for Crawling Arnold and Brigadoon, as well as having produced last seasons The Waltz of the Toreadors. She is a new member of Civic's Board of Directors, in charge of publicity. A Realtor-Associate by profession, her hobbies include tennis, skiing and dancing. TED FARAH (Set Builder). Ted has spent seventeen years with Civic working on sets and building renovation. His talents include building special props, furniture and trophies for our annual Awards Banquet. Always willing to help when needed, he has faithfully collected tickets every Wednesday and Saturday evenings for our shows for fifteen years in a row. DAVE CURTIS (Make-Up). Dave starred as Fiorello in Civic's production Fiorello. He has done lighting for The Night Thoreau Spent In jail, as well as work with The University of Michigan Opera Department, Gilbert & Sullivan and The Comic Opera Guild. b 18orber~ jiook ~bop Art Gallery & Custom f ro1ming 303 SOUTH STATE STREET ANN ARBOR casual furniture and accessones

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OUR NEXT PRODU CTION PERFORMANCE NO. OF TICKETS DOLLAR AMOUNT THE GOOD PERSON OF SECHZUAN by Berthold Brecht Wednesday $4.00 Thursday $4.00 Friday $4.50* Saturday $4.

11 OUR NEXT PRODU CTION PERFORMANCE NO. OF TICKETS DOLLAR AMOUNT THE GOOD PERSON OF SECHZUAN by Berthold Brecht Wednesday $4.00 Thursday $4.00 Friday $4.50* Saturday $4.50* January 10-13, 1979 Curtain Time- Wed. thru Sat. 8:00p.m. *Balcony only NAME PHONE ADDRESS CITY STATE ZWc _ Make checks payab le to Ann Arbor Civic Theatre Mail orders to AACT T ickets, P.O. Box 1993, Ann Arbor, Mic higan Please enclose stamped, self-addressed envelope..y. The University of Michigan _%,. PROFESSIONAL THEATRE PROGRAM ~ is pleased to 6e amons IRe patrons of P=tFl Jtnn Jlr6or Bivic 4Reafre ~s Califoraua Suite Starring CAROLYN JONES & JAMES DRURY CHRISTOPHER WALKEN of Academy Award winner "Annie Hall" as RICHARD/I by William Shakespeare Fri.-Sun. Nov. 3-5 Wed. - Sun. Nov. 29- Dec. 3 POWER CENTER

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* * * SMALL VISIT TO A * PLANET * * C_ OCTOBER , 195; ~ ANN ARBOR CIVIC THEATRE GORE VIDAL TWENTY-NINTH SEASON SECOND PRODUCTION ANN ARBOR CIVIC THEATRE * * VISIT TO A * * * SMALL * PLANET * * * * by GORE VIDAL * * TWENTY-NINTH SEASON SECOND PRODUCTION TED HEUSEL, Director C_ OCTOBER 23-24-25, 195; ~ ANN ARBOR LYDIA MENDELSSOHN