90th ANN IVER A Y SE SAR SON 2017-2018 September 8-17 July 22 - August 6 November 4-19 Buyer February 17 - March 4 CE & LL AR A hit comedy inspired by Barbra March 16-25 with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic April 20 & 21 - Embassy Theatre
th 90 ANNIVERSARY SEASON 2017-2018 Since 1927, the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre has been a constant force in the sustainability of our downtown and in the fabric of the Arts in Northeast Indiana. We celebrate you, all of our patrons and volunteers, for your creative spirit, dedication and perseverance in producing 90 years of exceptional live theatrical productions; collectively 681 dramas, comedies, mysteries, and musicals! Thank you for these gifts! We are honored to serve you! Phillip H. Colglazier Executive/Artistic Director Fort Wayne Civic Theatre We hope you will join us as a Season Ticket holder by making a subscription purchase! SUBSCRIBER BENEFITS Preferred seating - We hold preferred front-ofhouse seating for subscribers until 2 weeks prior to opening night. Subscriber Newsletter - You will receive a newsletter prior to each show giving you background on the shows, actors and other behind-the-scenes information. Anthony Awards - Only subscribers can vote for our annual Anthony Awards honoring on stage achievements. You will receive a ballot for each show and are invited to the Awards & Volunteer Recognition Ceremony at the end of the season! Discounts - If you find you need more tickets for a show, you receive $2 off on additional tickets purchased. And, if you provide your email address you will receive: Invitations to special events Notice of sold-out performances Audition & cast announcements Option to vote online for Anthony Awards
July 22 - August 6 The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Tim Rice Book by Linda Woolverton Originally Directed by Robert Jess Roth Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions Directed by John Tolley Musical - Rated G Arts United Center Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's modern classic, Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Menken and Tim Rice. The tale as old as time tells the story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. See all the beloved animated characters come to life on the Civic stage! Save the date for Brunch with Belle! Sunday, July 30 at noon prior to the matinee. Tickets on sale June 1 - Season ticket holders will be able to add-on the luncheon at that time. Hosted by the Civic Theatre Guild.
September 8-17 Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Presents Jekyll & Hyde Conceived for the stage by Steve Cuden & Frank Wildhorn Book and Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse Music by Frank Wildhorn Orchestrations by Kim Scharnberg Arrangements by Jason Howland Directed by Ranae Butler Musical - Rated PG Arts United Center An evocative tale of two men one, a doctor, passionate and romantic; the other, a terrifying madman. The tale of two women one, beautiful and trusting; the other, beautiful but trusting only herself. Both women are in love with the same man and both unaware of his dark secret. A devoted man of science, Dr. Henry Jekyll is driven to find a chemical breakthrough that can solve some of mankind's most challenging medical dilemmas. Rebuffed by the powers that be, he decides to make himself the subject of his own experimental treatments, accidentally unleashing his inner demons. The epic struggle between good and evil comes to life on stage in the musical phenomenon, Jekyll & Hyde. Based on the classic story by Robert Louis Stevenson and featuring a thrilling score, Jekyll & Hyde has mesmerized audiences all over the world.
November 4-19 Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Presents Irving Berlin's White Christmas Based on the Paramount Pictures Film, Written for the Screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama and Melvin Frank Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin Book by David Ives & Paul Blake Original stage production directed by Walter Bobbie Directed by Becky Niccum Musical - Rated G Arts United Center Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis put together a successful song-anddance act after returning home from World War II. With romance in mind, they follow a pair of beautiful singing sisters to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil's former army commander. Their efforts to save the Inn create a beautiful blend of romantic and comic moments brought to life on stage in song and dance numbers. Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musical adaptation features seventeen Irving Berlin songs including "Blue Skies," "I Love A Piano," "Count Your Blessings (Instead of Sheep)" and the perennial favorite, "White Christmas."
February 17 - March 4 Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Presents La Cage Aux Folles Book by Harvey Fierstein Music and Lyrics by Jerry Herman Based on the play by Jean Poiret Directed by Phillip H. Colglazier Musical - Rated PG Arts United Center If you remember the movie The Bird Cage with Robin Williams, then you know the original story of the Tony Award winning Broadway musical La Cage Aux Folles! Often revived, most recently in a 2010 production, La Cage Aux Folles remains one of the all-time biggest hits of musical theatre. After twenty years of un-wedded bliss Georges and Albin, two men partnered for better-or-worse, get a bit of both! Georges' son (fathered during a one-night fling) announces his impending marriage to the daughter of a bigoted, right-wing politician. Further complicating the situation is the "family business." Albin and Georges run a drag nightclub in St. Tropez, where Albin is the star performer "Zaza." Georges reluctantly agrees to masquerade as "normal" when he meets the family of the bride-to-be. But Albin has other plans, with hilarious results.
B uyer C E & LL A A hit comedy inspired by Barbra March 16-25 R A one-man show starring Civic favorite AJ Lorenzini Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Presents Buyer & Cellar by Jonathan Tolins Directed by Gregory Stieber Comedy - Rated PG Parkview Physicians Group ArtsLab Theatre Alex More has a story to tell. A struggling actor in L.A., he takes a job working in the Malibu basement of the beloved megastar, Barbra Streisand. One day, the Lady Herself comes downstairs! It feels like real bonding in the basement, but will their relationship ever make it upstairs? This outrageous comedy ponders the price of fame, the cost of things, and the oddest of odd jobs. Winner of the 2014 2015 Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Solo Show, Jonathan Tolins has concocted an irresistible one-man play from the most peculiar of fictitious premises. Plan to join us for our annual fundraiser where local CEOs, celebrities and community leaders take the stage for a spirited reading of a parody written and directed by Phillip H. Colglazier. The evening includes fabulous food and both live & silent auctions. All proceeds benefit Fort Wayne Civic Theatre. Save The Date! Saturday, October 14
with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic April 20 & 21 - Embassy Theatre Manna Nichols Christopher Sloan The Fort Wayne Philharmonic and Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Present A Tribute to the Music of Rodgers & Hammerstein and Andrew Lloyd Webber Music by Richard Rodgers and Andrew Lloyd Webber Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, Christopher Hampton, Mike Batt, Trevor Nunn (after T.S. Eliot), Charles Hart, Don Black, Richard Stilgoe and Tim Rice Orchestrated by Robert Russell Bennett, Don Walker, David Cullen, Hershy Kay and Andrew Lloyd Webber Directed by Andrew Constantine Music Director Fort Wayne Philharmonic Phillip H. Colglazier Executive/Artistic Director The Fort Wayne Philharmonic joins forces with the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre in this first time collaboration to celebrate the Civic s 90th Anniversary. Fort Wayne luminaries (and Civic alumni) Manna Nichols and Christopher Sloan headline a cast and chorus of outstanding vocalists from Fort Wayne Civic Theatre. This evening features popular songs from South Pacific, Oklahoma!, Carousel, Cats, Evita, Phantom of the Opera, and many more. It s a thrilling tribute to the kings of Broadway and two nights where the stars shine brightly at the Embassy Theatre. Manna Nichols is a professional singer and actress based in New York City, most recently seen on Broadway in Allegiance. Regional and touring credits include lead roles in My Fair Lady, Miss Saigon, Mulan, and Into The Woods, as well as studio work with Disney. Christopher Sloan is a professional singer and actor who has appeared in off- Broadway musicals, in leading roles in regional professional theatre and in tours of Cabaret, Hairspray, The Producers, Spamalot and more. This event IS NOT sold as a part of 2017-2018 Civic Subscriptions. Subscribers may add-on the event and receive a subscriber discount when ordering Civic Season Tickets
USE THIS FORM TO ORDER YOUR SEASON TICKETS! Fill out both sides and return to: FORT WAYNE CIVIC THEATRE 303 EAST MAIN STREET FORT WAYNE, IN 46802 QUESTIONS? CALL 260.424.5220 NAME ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PHONE EMAIL PLEASE CONSIDER A TAX DEDUCTIBLE* DONATION Income from ticket sales covers only about 34% of our annual operating budget. We hope you will join us as a Civic Theatre Member by donating $100 or more. Members are invited to the annual meeting and are recognized in our Stagebill programs. *The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is recognized as a not-for-profit, tax exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Most donations to Fort Wayne Civic Theatre are tax deductible. q ensemble role $100-199 q supporting role $200-349 q lead role $350-599 q musician $600-999 q stage hand $1,000-2,499 q technician $2,500-4,999 q stage manager $5,000-7,999 contact phillip colglazier regarding gifts of $8,000 or more please list my name, business or honorary name in the program as: i would like my donation to remain anonymous. donors at levels $1,000+ are invited to an annual civic leader donors reception donations of $100 and over are listed in the program book Check Visa M astercard cvv/cvc/cid code: CARD # Expiration Date: SIGNATURE
OPENING WEEKEND Season Subscription 5 tickets / 1 for each show! subtotal This subscription tax deductible donation to civic theatre We will hold your tickets for you at will-call. You may have your tickets mailed to you for an additional $3.50 grand total enclosed pay by check or enter credit card on reverse side quantity price total Adult DOES NOT include x $ 120 = tickets to the Senior Philharmonic x $ 100 = concert Youth collaboration. x $ 75 = Check one q Saturdays at 8pm q Sundays at 2pm STANDARD FIVE Season Subscription your choice of any public performance This subscription DOES NOT include tickets to the Philharmonic concert collaboration. SIX-FLEX PASS Subscription 5 tickets / 1 for each show! quantity price total Adult x $ 140 = Senior x $ 120 = Youth x $ 80 = Flex Passes 6 tickets to use in any combination! Adult CANNOT x $ 155 = be used for the Senior Philharmonic x $ 130 = concert Youth collaboration. x $ 90 = ULTIMATE FLEX Subscription 20 tickets to use in any combination! quantity price total quantity price total x $ 395 Flex Passes CANNOT be used for the Philharmonic collaboration. Civic Theatre Age Ranges Adult: 24-59 Youth: 23 & under Senior: 60 & up = Flex passes must be used for 2017-18 season & expire 3/25/2018 Broadway tribute concert with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic "Add on" NOW and save! quantity price total Red Level x $ 68 = Yellow Level x $ 55 = Blue Level x $ 43 = Orange Level x $ 28 = Please reserve my seats for: q Main Floor q Balcony q Friday, April 20, 2018 q Saturday, April 21, 2018 $ $ $ $
Get Great Seats & Save with Civic Theatre Season Subscriptions With the Opening Weekend package you can save up to 20% on tickets. Once you choose Saturday or Sunday your tickets will be issued. This package is not flexible. Should you choose to change your seats to another performance of that production, you will be charged an exchange fee. The Standard Five package allows you to choose from any performance within an individual production run. You may select these dates when you purchase your season tickets, or you may call in show-by-show. Once tickets are issued/ printed, exchange fees may apply. Our Six Flex & 20 Ultimate Flex packages offer the most flexibility. Flex passes are good for any musical or play on the 2017-2018 season. You can choose to use them all to see one production or in any combination of shows. It is best to call in show-by-show for these tickets. Once tickets are issued/printed, exchange fees apply. All flex passes must be used for 2017-2018 season shows and expire March 25, 2018. Flex passes cannot be used for the Philharmonic concert collaboration. Use Flex Passes to bring the family! Two of our shows this season have special appeal to families. Buy Flex Passes and save when you bring your kids or grandkids to Beauty and the Beast or White Christmas. Youth Flex Passes are just $90 for six! Civic performances frequently sell out. We urge season subscribers to arrange for their seating about 4 weeks prior to the opening of the show. We hold preferred front-of-house seating for subscribers until 2 weeks prior to opening night. Subscribers may add-on discounted tickets for our Philharmonic event. When you place your season ticket order you have the option to purchase tickets for our exciting collaboration with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic: A Tribute to the Music of Rodgers & Hammerstein and Andrew Lloyd Webber. A seating chart for this event is available online at fwcivic.org/embassy 2017-2018 single ticket prices (without subscription) MAIN STAGE MUSICALS Adult-$30 Senior-$25 Youth-$17 BUYER & CELLAR Adult-$26 Senior-$22 Youth-$10
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