The Warmth of Family Shines in Little Women

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1 APRIL 2008 LITTLE WOMEN the musical fri may 16 8pm sat may 17 8pm sun may 18 2pm thur may 22 7:30pm fri may 23 8pm sat may 24 8pm thur may 29 7:30pm fri may 30 8pm FREE sat POST-SHOW may 31 TALK 8pm BACKS jan 12 and jan 19 FREE POST-SHOW TALK BACKS sponsored by: may 18 & may 24 sponsored by: our mainstage season presenter: our mainstage season presenter: our parish our theatre season presenter: parish theatre season presenter: The Warmth of Family Shines in Little Women T he amazing bond forged in the warmth of family is celebrated in this new musical version of the Louisa May Alcott classic. Brimming with beautiful melodies and youthful energy the story of Jo March, her sisters and their beloved Marmee plays out against the bleak backdrop of the Civil War. It is a heartwarming look at a group of sisters with very different personalities and values as they strive to keep the ties of family devotion alive. Along the way, their dreams are tempered and twisted but often realized in the most unexpected and uplifting ways. Director Craig Gibson, Musical Director Aaron J. Cassette and Choreographer Heather Smith are leading a talented cast featuring Civic veterans: Judy Aukes, Lucas Beachler, Janine Black, Emily F. Chateau, Joe Dely, Lou Irwin, Jr., Greg Laux, Michael P. Martin, Jesse Morrow and Lori Worden. Making their Civic debuts are: Alissa Britigan, Ashley L. Frost, Taylor Stevens, Kathie VanOrsdol, Alashar Waltz and Maddy Whitby. You won't want to miss this richly sentimental favorite. Order your tickets today by calling the Box Office at or visit us at As always we offer special rates for groups, seniors and students. We hope you ll join us on Sunday, May 18th for a very special Little Women Brunch at the Park Club It s going to be a wonderful way to celebrate the bond forged by mothers and daughters, sisters and friends. Seating will begin at 11:00am. Cost, which includes brunch, a ticket to the show, tax and gratuity, is $33.00 for adults and $19.00 for children (ages12 and under) If you ve already purchased your tickets or will be using your subscription admissions, the cost of the brunch only is $20.00 for adults and $10.00 for children (ages12 and under). For reservations or additional information call the Park Club at This is a perfect Mother s Day gift, but seating is limited so call today. civic auditorium musical book by Allan Knee music by Jason Howland lyrics by Mindi Dickstein based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott

2 HOLES civic youth theatre fri may 9 7pm sat may 10 2pm sat may 10 4:30pm tue may 13 10am wed may 14 10am wed may 14 12:30pm thur may 15 10am thur may 15 12:30pm thur may 15 4:30pm fri may 16 7pm sat may 17 2pm sat may 17 4:30pm sun may 18 2pm For TICKETS call or visit us online at A may 9 - may 18 parish theatre play by Louis Sachar dapted from the award-winning book by Louis Sachar, this finely written play focuses on Stanley Yelnats, a troubled kid who is sent to a boys' detention center, Camp Green Lake. The warden tells the boys that they must dig holes five feet wide by five feet deep in order to build character. But Stanley soon realizes that this isn't the real reason they're being subjected to such treatment. The boys are digging holes because the warden is looking for something, and Stanley will do his best to dig up the truth. Under the direction of Zac Thompson more than 40 students from around the area will bring this exciting story to life on stage. upcoming auditions For more information regarding show synopsis, auditions, volunteering or crew opportunities, visit or call In an empty theatre, on a bare stage, casting for a new Broadway musical is almost complete. For seventeen dancers, this audition is the chance of a lifetime. But before the final cut is made, the director asks each of them to talk about themselves. From funny to heartbreaking, these Broadway gypsies share the stories of their lives. They put themselves on the line to get a job on the line. AUDITION DATES & LOCATION May 18 & 19 at 7pm Muzzi Dance Studio, Carver Center, 426 S. Park Street CASTING & REQUIREMENTS Seeking a cast of up to 16 men and 16 women ages 16 and over able to play There are roles written specifically for a petite Asian-American woman, an African-American man, a Hispanic man and a Hispanic woman. Auditionees will participate in a rigorous dance audition combining multiple dance styles and will be asked to sing sixteen measures of a Broadway style song not from A Chorus Line. Bring sheet music for the accompanist. If you are interested in auditioning to be an off-stage singer, you are not required to participate in the dance audition. Those auditioning for an on stage role, may be asked to read from the script. Potential audition scenes are available from the business office. FIRST REHEARSAL Monday, August 4 PERFORMANCES September 19-October 4 (potential holdover through October 12) Cyrano! His wit is as sharp as his sword, the enormity of his talent, intellect, and passion are matched only by the enormity of his, well, nose. When he falls for the beautiful, strong-willed Roxane, he is too ashamed of his large nose to share his feelings. Instead, when he learns that she loves the handsome but not-so-bright Christian, he writes poetry and love letters to Roxane on Christian's behalf. Complete with exciting swordplay and cavalier costumes, this fresh adaptation of the classic love story is cleverly told entirely in rhyme. AUDITION DATES & LOCATION May 18 & 19 at 7pm Carver Center, 426 S. Park Street CASTING & REQUIREMENTS Seeking a cast of 18 with roles available for ages 16 to 70 with many roles gender flexible. Auditionees will be asked to read from the script. Due to the rhyming schemes it is highly recommended that you pick up potential audition scenes in the business office in advance and practice by reading them aloud. FIRST REHEARSAL Monday, August 18 PERFORMANCES October 3-October 18 (potential holdover through October 19) COLOR PRINTING PROVIDED BY RIVER RUN PRESS Scripts are available from the Business Office for a $5.00 (cash only) refundable deposit. All are encouraged to arrive 30 minutes prior to the audition time.

3 Summer 08 Camp Schedule Shakespeare Camp: Scenes from King Lear 9am to 4pm Mon thru Fri July 7 thru July 26 Ages: Camp Fee: $350 Three Week Camp Students will be taken to a magical new world as they explore Shakespeare s epic of three princesses that inherit their father s kingdom as his age gives way to insanity. Students will learn about the Bard himself, how to break down his language, and bring his works to life. The camp will culminate in a presentation of scenes and monologues from King Lear on July 26. Class enrollment is limited to 18 participants so register early. Musical Theatre Camp: Godspell Jr. 9am to 4pm Mon thru Fri July 21 thru August 16 Ages: Camp Fee: $395 Four Week Camp This four week camp will concentrate on acting, singing and dancing as we produce the musical, Godspell Jr. Using theatrical traditions such as clowning, pantomime, and vaudeville, Godspell Jr. tells the story of the life of Jesus and features messages of tolerance and love. Campers will be learning such Broadway hits as Day by Day, Prepare Ye, and Learn Your Lessons Well. This will be an exciting journey through the first great Broadway hit by Stephen Schwartz, the composer/lyricist of Wicked. The camp will culminate in a presentation on August 16. Class enrollment is limited to 14 participants so register early. Musical Theatre Camp: Gotta Sing! Gotta Dance 9am to 4pm Mon thru Fri July 28 thru August 16 Ages: 9-12 Camp Fee: $350 Three Week Camp It's time to clear your throat, lace up your dancing shoes and get ready to stop the show! While taking a fun-filled look at ground-breaking musicals from Oklahoma! to Wicked, campers will perform songs that have made Broadway history. In addition, they will take a peak behind the scenes at the technical elements that go into making a successful musical. On August 16th, after three dynamic weeks of instruction, rehearsal and tech work, campers will offer an all singing, all dancing presentation featuring the best of Broadway. The camp will culminate in a presentation on August 16. This camp has proven to be so popular that we will be offering two sessions this summer. Class enrollment is limited to 25 participants per session so register early. CAMPER PARENTS: For your convenience, we offer early drop off and late pick up for camp participants. You may drop your student(s) off as early as 8:00 am and pick them up as late as 5:00 pm. The charge for this service is $75 for the three week camps and $100 for the four week camp. Advanced registration is required. Scholarship and registration forms are online at

4 Summer 08 Class Schedule Whether you re experienced or just starting out, you ll have fun and enhance your theatrical skills...and best of all, our educational classes are taught by theatre professionals. SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE application deadline is JUNE 16th ages 6-9 GET INTO THE ACT This introductory level class is a great way for our youngest actors to test the waters. It is designed to expand the child's imagination and increase concentration and self-confidence. Students will develop confidence while learning the basics of performing. GOTTA START SOMEWHERE Through a series of creative games and fun exercises, students will learn the basics of character creation and script analysis. They will also be introduced to all the cool technical elements of theatre. INSTANT ACTING This is the perfect class for those youngsters who want to play and have fun while exploring their creativity. Improv games and exercises will be tailored to enhance the abilities of those participating. THEATRE CRAFTS Creativity meets crafty in this project-filled class designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of theatrical sets and costumes. Students will engage in a variety of projects sure to stimulate their imagination. ages ACTING I How do you choose the perfect monologue for an audition? And once you've chosen it, how do you make the most of it? This class will focus on preparing students for auditions and perfecting physical and vocal technique. FUNDAMENTALS OF IMPROV Imagination and resourcefulness, two important tools for any good actor, will be developed through this innovative approach to acting. Using traditional scenes and monologue work, this class is going to be fast and fun and most of all it's going to challenge participants to think on their feet. ON THE SCENE Focusing on scene work, this popular class offers participants a chance to work on character development and script analysis while learning the importance of focus, attention and interaction with other actors. STAGECRAFT CLASSES Costumes/Props/Scenery/Paint These exciting classes will focus on many of the design elements that help to bring a theatrical production to life. One class will focus on costume design and construction and another will look at the design and building of scenery. The art of properties design and creation will be the subject of another class while students in our fourth stagecraft class will study painting techniques. All of these fun-filled classes will provide hands on opportunities for students to work with tools and techniques as they create take home projects. Class enrollment is limited to ten participants so register early. ages ACTING AND IMPROV Incorporating the use of dialogue, props and movement, this dynamic class provides students with an opportunity to explore a more in depth approach to character creation through the use of improvisation. Although it is an introductory class, the pace will be determined by the skill level of the participants. ACTING II Let s polish those acting skills to perfection! This class is designed to challenge experienced actors and give them additional techniques to put on a first-rate performance. Auditions, scene work and monologues will be covered. MAKE A SCENE This popular class looks at character development and the study of subtext through scene work. As they prepare and present scenes, students will be introduced to the concepts of dramatic structure and character interaction. Script analysis will focus on character development based on the character s situation and their interaction with other characters. All actors, from beginning to experienced, are welcome. STAGECRAFT Makeup Design The art of makeup design and application will be explored in this introductory course. While working with everything from old age makeup to latex scars and false moustaches students will learn how to enhance character creation through the proper use of makeup application. The cost of all materials is included in the price of tuition. Class enrollment is limited to ten participants so register early. REGISTRATION DEADLINE is JUNE 30th PARENTS: For your convenience, we offer early drop off and late pick up for class participants. You may drop your student(s) off up to one hour prior to the scheduled class time and pick them up to one hour after the scheduled class time. The charge for this service is $25per week and advanced registration is required. CUT HERE Scholarship and registration forms are online at

5 Summer 08 Registration Form classes camps Week 1 (July 7-11) AGES Morning Session - 9am to 12pm 6-9 Instant Acting FUNdamentals of Improv Stagecraft: Scenery Week 2 (July 14-18) AGES Morning Session - 9am to 12pm 6-9 Gotta Start Somewhere On the Scene Stagecraft: Paint Week 3 (July 21-25) AGES Morning Session - 9am to 12pm 6-9 Get into the Act! 6-9 Theatre Crafts Acting I July 7-26 AGES 9am - 4pm Shakespeare Camp AGES Afternoon Session - 1pm to 4pm 6-9 Gotta Start Somewhere On the Scene Stagecraft: Props Acting and Improv AGES Afternoon Session - 1pm to 4pm 6-9 Get Into the Act Acting I Stagecraft: Costumes Make a Scene AGES Afternoon Session - 1pm to 4pm 6-9 Instant Acting FUNdamentals of Improv Acting II July 21-August 16 AGES 9am - 4pm Godspell Jr. AGES Evening Session - 6pm to 8pm Make a Scene AGES Evening Session - 6pm to 8pm Acting II Stagecraft: Makeup AGES Evening Session - 6pm to 8pm Acting and Improv July 28-August 16 AGES 9am - 4pm 9-12 Musical Camp Student s Name: Age: Grade: Save $35 or more We want to make this summer a family affair at the Civic. For each full price class tuition ($85) we are offering you a second tuition for just $50, which can be used for the same student or another member of the family. For example: A student may take a morning class for $85 and take an afternoon class the same week for just $50 Parent s Name: Phone (H): (W): (Mobile): Address: A student may take a class one week for $85 and another class later in the summer for $50 prices & registration City: State: Zip: First Class = Second Class = Early Drop Off/Late Pick Up Service each week per student= for Class Participants 3 week Summer Camp(s) = Early Drop Off/Late Pick Up Service per student= for 3 week Summer Campers 4 week Summer Camp = Early Drop Off/Late Pick Up Service per student= for 4 week Summer Campers Registration Deadline is June 30th TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED $ Check: Payable to Kalamazoo Civic VISA Mastercard Exp. Date: / Acct. No: Signature: A student may take a class for $85 and another member of the family may take a class at any time this summer for just $50 We will provide supervision for students staying through the lunch hour. (Students are asked to bring a lunch.) If you are enrolling more than one student, please visit our website at for additional registration forms. Please use a separate form for each student, but tabulate all charges on one form Return to: Civic Youth Theatre Classes, 329 South Park, Kalamazoo, MI or FAX

6 LOOK HOMEWARD, ANGEL senior class reader s theatre fri may 2 2pm sat may 3 7pm sun may 4 2pm The Senior Class Reader s Theatre is comprised of veteran performers (age 50 and over) who perform learned but n ot memorized lines. For TICKETS call or visit us online at B may 2 - may 4 by Ketti Frings from the novel by Thomas Wolfe carver center studio drama ased on the teenage years of writer Thomas Wolfe, this dramatic tale of a young man's personal growth is driven by his family: a mother who obsesses over her material holdings while building barriers; his father, a stonecutter imprisoned by his failures; and a brother who never breaks away. Ultimately, the young man, Eugene, experiences love in all its wrenching psychological forms and escapes a lifetime of solitude by confronting the forces that shape his future. Director Kim Chandler will lead the talented cast featuring Civic veterans; Jay Miller, Cynthia Stech, Carl E. Kime, Jean Kenz, David Senecal, Greg Shanley, Sallie Kittredge, Robert Nichols, Karen Tudor, Donna Marie Gorczany, Dan Fleischhacker, Steven Hammond, Marilyn M. Mark, Elvin E. East, Gail Somerville and Nancy Smoker. Making their Civic debuts are Paula Fenstermaker, Darrell Kellogg, Linda Diller and Larry Plamondon. sponsored by: