Merlin of Camelot, played by Paul McManus, sharing the magic of live theater October 2005 Sponsored by:
Sharing the Magic of Live Theatre Welcome to The Acting Company! We are your non-profit community theatre in Yuba City, California. About 25 years ago a group of local artists joined to form Theatre 86 with the goal of finding a theater building by 1986. They produced plays throughout the community to raise the funds needed and although they didn t find a building by 1986, they did eventually secure our current location at 815 B Street in Yuba City in 1992. The group officially changed their name to The Acting Company and for the past 15 years we have been sharing the magic of live theater with the Yuba-Sutter community in our own little home. In 2003, we finally paid off our building and took on a $250,000 renovation. In 2004, we were once again out on the street performing plays throughout the community while our theater was being worked on and we reopened in 2005. In 2006 we hired a Theater Manager! The Acting Company has operated on 100% volunteer work since its inception and finally, last year, we took a huge leap forward by bringing on someone to manage our home away from home. John Elliott manages our Box Office Hours on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 12 2 p.m. And he can help you with any question you might have. Our goal in 2007 is to offer a season of children s theater performances for young audiences. We will continue to offer workshops for young actors and now we will also feature performances on Saturdays that will delight audiences ages 4-10. In the past decade we have been nominated for dozens of Elly awards by the Sacramento Area Regional Theater Alliance and we have won 10 of the prestigious theatre awards including two of the most prestigious awards this past year! Michael Campbell and Staci Johnson were selected Best Leading Actor and Best Leading Actress for our 2006 production of I Love You, You re Perfect, Now Change! The Acting Company shares the magic of live theatre by supporting its community with entertainment at local events, donating performances to local non-profits, children s theater, acting workshops, the rental of period costumes and set pieces, and offering 6 full scale productions each season. The magic of theatre doesn t happen without the support of our patrons and local businesses. Thanks to you we can continue to produce quality performing arts and offer opportunities that bolster teamwork, imagination, confidence, and artistic talent. You will find several ways to get more involved in our little theatre by reading this brochure. Feel free to contact us at anytime! Sincerely, Debbie Collier, President The Acting Company PG. - THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE VISIT US ONLINE AT: WWW.ACTINGCOMPANY.ORG
Auditions The Acting Company is always looking for new actors and new volunteers. We encourage anyone and everyone to join us at our open auditions-no experience necessary! At most auditions you are simply asked to read a short scene from the play and you will be given several chances to read the scene again with other actors playing the other parts in the scene. When we re auditioning for a musical the director will ask you to sing a short portion of a song if you want to be considered for a singing role. Our auditions are very casual and we will do everything we can to make you feel welcome and comfortable. Please join us and become part of the magic of live theater. To learn more visit the website or call the theater at 530.751.1100 Website Everything you need to know about The Acting Company is on our website at www.actingcompany.org. Need to rent costumes, rent the theater, rent an actor as entertainment for your function? or maybe you want to sign up for children s theater, find out about upcoming auditions or browse through photos from all the performances The Acting Company has ever produced. Go on-line and get all the info you ever needed and more. You can also purchase tickets to any of our performances and you can contact us via e-mail on our website. Volunteers from The Acting Company participate in dozens of local events including Superhero Night at Gold Sox baseball. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 530-751-1100 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE PG.- 3
Magic Theatre Introducing a season of shows just for children! This is our first year introducing Saturday matinees just for kids, so we re starting off slow with a season of 4 productions and, with your support, we ll grow to a full season of theatre for young audiences in 2008. These shows will cater to ages 4-10. So no more waiting for the next Disney or Pixar movie to come to the local movie theater now you can bring your little one to the theater on Saturday afternoon for a show intended just for them! 2007 Magic Theatre for Children TWO SHOWS EACH SATURDAY AT 1:00 AND 3:00 The Fisherman and His Wife March 17, 24, 31 Gingerbread Man Oct 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24 Mary s Little Lamb June 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28 Little Dickens Dates to be decided All ages (adults and children) are invited to audition for these shows. Please check out the ActingCompany.org for updates on when auditions for Magic Theatre are being scheduled. A scene from the 2006 Summer Theater Camp performance of Peter Cottontail. PG. - THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE VISIT US ONLINE AT: WWW.ACTINGCOMPANY.ORG
Young People s Theatre Workshops Theatre is a life-changing experience for many children and The Acting Company is proud to offer theatre workshops for young people ages 6-18 all year long. To register, simply call The Acting Company at (530) 751-1100 or e-mail info@actingcompany.org Workshops are 8 weeks long on Saturdays from 10-11:30 a.m. Cost is $120 per workshop ($15 per class). Scholarships are available for students who can not afford to participate based on availability. 2007 Young People s Theatre program Saturdays from 10-11:30 a.m. On-Camera Acting Film, Broadcast, & Commercial acting skills January 6th February 24th Comedy Theatre Skits, Sketches, and Silly Acting March 3rd April 28th* no class on Easter weekend Fun with Shakespeare Games and Silly Spoofs using the Works of Willie Shakespeare May 5th June 30th* no class on Memorial Weekend Musical Theater Acting to Music and Lyrics (singing ability not required) July 7th August 25th Summer Theater Camp (cost is $250 per student, $200 for additional family members) Monday-Thursday from 10-2 p.m. (lunch included) August 6th 16th Performances on Friday, August 17th and Saturday, August 18th at 7 p.m. Sketch Comedy/Improv Skits, Sketches, and Creating Comedy September 8th October 27th Children s Holiday Show (only 6 weeks-$90 class) Prepare a short holiday show November 3rd December 15th*no class on Thanksgiving weekend A little ghost appears in the One Minute Hamlet from Children s Theater workshop (May 2006). The cast of Peter Cottontail (Summer Theater Camp 2006) FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 530-751-1100 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE PG.- 5
OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS BY JOE DiPIETRO & JIMMY ROBERTS JAN 19 - FEB 11 DIRECTED BY JOE MOYE AUDITIONS NOV 28, 29 AT 8 6:30-8:30 PM There is a thin line between love and hate when it comes to family. Just ask Nick Cristano, a successful single man adored and annoyed by two sets of very Italian-American grandparents. This play, while charming, witty, and poignant, addresses issues of family relationships from a satisfying, old-fashioned point of view. This show was written by the same authors of I Love You, You re Perfect, Now Change. So for those of you who saw our 2006 production, you know what kind of gut-wrenching laughter you re in for! Michael Campbell, Jessica Stein, Staci Johnson, and Keith Matthews perform a scene from I Love You, You re Perfect, Now Change (February 2006). Photo by Jerry Gregg of Bantry Bay PG. - THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE VISIT US ONLINE AT: WWW.ACTINGCOMPANY.ORG
THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK BY FRANCES GOODRICH & ALBERT HACKETT MAR 9 - APR 1 DIRECTED BY NORA LeBARTON AUDITIONS JAN 22, 23 6:30-8:30 PM A dramatization of the diary of a 13 year old Jewish girl hiding for two years, with her family and four other Jews, from the Nazis in Amsterdam. In the Secret Annex of a factory building, Anne wrote of her experiences, daily life, adolescent conflicts, her hopes, her fears, her aspirations for the future, and a continuing belief that people really are good at heart. It is a play that will inspire you and touch your heart. 2006 production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Photo by Jerry Gregg of Bantry Bay FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 530-751-1100 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE PG.- 7
MOON OVER BUFFALO BY KEN LUDWIG APR 27 - MAY 20 DIRECTED BY TINA MONETTE AUDITIONS MAR 12, 13 6:30-8:30 PM Moon Over Buffalo is set in 1953 at the Erlanger Theatre in Buffalo, New York where George and Charlotte Hay are on tour with Cyrano de Bergerac and Noel Coward s Private Lives. Fate has given this couple one more shot at stardom as director Frank Capra himself is en route to catch their matinee performance. The problems is, George is drunk and isn t sure what show he is doing. Hilarious misunderstandings and madcap adventures ensue all night long during this comic romp. If you saw our Elly- Award winning production of Lend Me A Tenor in 2002 by the same author, then you know what kind a farcical antics are in store! Be ready to roll in the aisles. Mark Johnson portrays one of 11 brothers in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (July 2006). Photo by Jerry Gregg of Bantry Bay PG. - 8 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE VISIT US ONLINE AT: WWW.ACTINGCOMPANY.ORG
BYE BYE BIRDIE BY CHARLES STROUSE, LEE ADAMS & MICHAEL STEWART JUN 22 - JUL 29 DIRECTED BY AUDITIONS CURT SCHROEDER MAY 7, 8 6:30-8:30 PM This 1959 musical is a parody of the rock n roll idols of the day and the madness they inspired among young people. Rock star Conrad Birdie has been drafted into the Army, meaning the end of his career, as well as that of his manager/songwriter Albert. But Albert s long-suffering secretary Rose has an idea. Choose a fan at random, and have Conrad give her a goodbye kiss live on television just before he goes. The ensuing publicity will be huge. Winner of 4 Tony Awards in 1961 for Best Musical, Best Featured Actor in a Musical, Best Choreography, and Best Direction of a Musical. Birdie was one of the first Broadway musicals to introduce Rock and Roll to the broadway stage. Joe Moye thrusts his pelvis as Elvis in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (July 2006). Photo by Jerry Gregg of Bantry Bay FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 530-751-1100 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE PG.-
PINOCCHIO WRITTEN & DIRECTED BY JON TRENT AUG 24 - SEP 16 DIRECTED BY JOHN TRENT AUDITIONS JUL 9, 10 6:30-8:30 PM This is an original adaptation of the classic tale of Geppetto who wishes for a real boy. When his prized puppet is brought to life does Geppetto get more than he wished for? Follow the adventures of Pinocchio and Geppetto who learn many lessons about being a family written by our Director of Young People s Theater and Board member, John Trent. One of our young talents letting out a scream in the one minute Hamlet, performed by Young People s Theater (May 2006). PG. - 10 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE VISIT US ONLINE AT: WWW.ACTINGCOMPANY.ORG
PIRATES OF PENZANCE BY DALE WASSERMAN, W.S. GILBERT & ARTHUR SULLIVAN OCT 19 - NOV 25 DIRECTED BY AUDITIONS DR. FOSTER McMANUS AUG 27, 28 6:30-8:30 PM The pirates are lousy, the lovers are loopy, the police are looney, and the General is the model of a modern major goofball. Gilbert and Sullivan s The Pirates of Penzance is a rollicking funhouse whose main goal is entertainment. The story of a band of bumbling pirates who meet up with a general and his bevy of beautiful daughters is told with a contagious comedic spirit. John Proctor and Ada Schmidt react in Camelot (October 2005) FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 530-751-1100 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE PG.- 11
A CHRISTMAS STORY BY PHILIP GRECIAN BASED ON JEAN SHEPHERD S SCREENPLAY DEC 7-23 DIRECTED BY AUDITIONS JOHN ELLIOTT OCT 22, 23 6:30-8:30 PM Ralphie is a kid on a mission - a Christmas mission. All he wants on the big day is an official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model Air Rifle. Ralphie is determined, but thwarted, every step of the way by clueless adults who warn You ll shoot your eye out. Many have made this classic movie a must-see at Christmas, now you can see it live on stage in Yuba City! Tiny Tim from the Acting Company in 2005 Scrooge. PG. - 12 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE VISIT US ONLINE AT: WWW.ACTINGCOMPANY.ORG
Sponsorships & Advertising Sponsorships Our ticket sales only cover the cost of royalties that s the price we pay just to have the rights to produce a particular show. Without the help of our donors and sponsors, we would not be able to pay the light bill or pay for sets and costumes. We hope that your business will want to benefit from the opportunities offered to production sponsors. Our sponsors are given a free, private performance to invite employees, clients, friends and family. Or as many sponsors have done donate the performance to a local school so that students can enjoy a live theater experience. Sponsors also receive much recognition by inclusion on all posters, programs, newsletters and on our website. Many businesses also partner with other local businesses to help us pay for the cost of a show. To sponsor a play the cost is....................................... $1,500 To sponsor a musical the cost is.................................... $3,000 Contact John Elliott at The Acting Company to become a sponsor of one of our upcoming shows by calling 530.751.1100 or email info@actingcompany.org Advertising By advertising in our theater programs you help us pay for the cost of printing and you reach more than 1,000 patrons per show that s 6,000 for the year. The cost for advertising is very reasonable! Full Page ad........................................................$100 Half Page ad.........................................................$50 Quarter Page ad.....................................................$25 If you purchase an ad for the entire season, you get one show free: Full page for the season.............................................$500 Half Page for the season.............................................$250 Quarter Page for the season.........................................$125 Contact John Elliott at The Acting Company to purchase your ad! We will create your ad for you, just write down what information you want it to say. Staci Johnson and Michael Campbell portray the characters Arthur & Muriel from a scene in I Love You, You re Perfect, Now Change (February 2006). Photo by Jerry Gregg of Bantry Bay FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 530-751-1100 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE PG.- 13
Lifetime Membership Never worry about buying another ticket become a Lifetime Member and you ll have a ticket for every performance at The Acting Company for Life! Your membership of $500 (or $950 per couple) pays for itself in 5 years and after that your admission is essentially free! You are not limited to a particular performance or seat. Simply use your membership card to reserve tickets on-line, via e-mail or during our box office hours. You will never have to worry about increase in ticket prices, your membership pays for your admission now and for the rest of your life. Fill out the order form to the right. Friends of The Theatre This is the perfect way to show your support and patronage to your community theatre. Friends of the Theatre are listed in our Theatre Programs and will receive special gifts and offers. There are 5 different levels to donate as a Friend of the Theatre: Season Friend & Sponsor............................................$500 Producer s Friend............................................ $201-$500 Director s Friend............................................. $101-$200 Stage Manager s Friend........................................ $51-$100 Actor s Friend...................................................$25-$50 To become a Friend of the Theatre fill out the Order Form on the inside back page of this brochure or go on-line at www.actingcompany.org. *We request that you park on the south side of Bridge Street or in the Yuba City High School parking lot in an effort to respect our neighbors. You pick which opening weekend performance you want to see each of our 2006 shows and you pick your favorite seat. Then, you just show up! No need to reserve or purchase tickets, your seat is waiting for you. If you can t make one of your scheduled performances just let us know at least a week in advance of the show s opening and we will exchange your season tickets for a different performance and hold those tickets for you at the door. Theater Pass Buy 5 tickets and get the 6th for free. It s basically a punch card and by purchasing all 5 tickets at the same time, you get the 6th ticket for free. Pat Hill and Neil Thorson portray Ethel and Norman in On Golden Pond (May 2006). Photo by Jerry Gregg of Bantry Bay PG. - 14 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE VISIT US ONLINE AT: WWW.ACTINGCOMPANY.ORG
2007 Season Order Form Name: Address: City: Zip: Phone: E-Mail: Please All fields are required to be filled out. The Acting Company will only use this information to complete your order and send you information about Acting Company productions no person, group or business will have access to any of this information other than our Board Secretary and Theater Manager. Season Tickets: I would like Season Ticket(s) at $90 each. My preferred row is: A B C D E F G No Preference I would like to attend the: Friday Saturday Sunday opening weekend performance for 2006. Theatre Pass (Discount Card): I would like Theatre Pass(es) at $75 each. Lifetime Membership: I would like a single ($500) Lifetime Membership. I would like a couple ($950) Lifetime Membership. Friend of the Theatre: I would like to become a Friend of the Theatre with my tax-deductible donation. Please check which level: TOTAL Actor s Friend ($25-$50) Producer s Friend ($201-$500) Stage Manager s Friend ($51-$100) Season Friend ($500 +) Director s Friend ($101-$200) Enclosed is my check for a total of $ made payable to: The Acting Company Please mail this form to The Acting Company, 815 B Street Yuba City, CA, 95991 If you have any questions don t hesitate to call (530) 751-1100 or e-mail info@actingcompany.org If you have any questions don t hesitate to call (530) 751-1100 or e-mail info@actingcompany.org Box Office Hours: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 12-2 pm. Thank you for your support! The Acting Company is a non-profit organization, Federal ID #68-0037694, Charitable Trust 56259 FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: 530-751-1100 THE ACTING COMPANY 2007 SEASON BROCHURE PG.- 15
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