July 2007 - Volume 1, Issue 4

SPECIAL EVENT - COMING SOON
Yesterday and Today: "A Celebration of Beatles Music"
July 13 - August 5, 2007
In The Howard Drew Theatre
Sponsored by Security National Bank
Media Sponsor: KGOR
TICKETS NOW ON SALE - Call the Box Office at 553-0800
     Billy McGuigan of Rave On! fame, will open his brand new production Yesterday And Today at the Playhouse in July. "Every performance is unique," explained McGuigan in that the audience will request their favorite Beatles songs and share a story or two. Don't be the one at the water cooler who missed seeing Yesterday And Today... order your tickets today!
Y.A.T. GROUPS
     Group tickets are available for the upcoming production of Yesterday and Today: A Celebration of The Beatles Music.  Groups of 15 or more save $6 from the single ticket price. For more information, contact Karli Newman.

2007/2008 SEASON
Crowns
Group reservations for our season opener, Crowns, are currently available.  Don’t miss Regina Taylor’s musical play that celebrates fabulous church hats and the African-American women who wear them.  The “hat queens” wear their symbolic crowns to communicate messages far beyond those of fashion.  You don’t have to be black, female or a fancy hat lover to enjoy this adaptation of Michael Cunningham and Craig Marberry’s book Crowns:  Portraits of Black Women in Church Hats.  Enjoy this talented cast of 6 women and 1 man as they portray the spirited characters of this story.  Groups of 15 or more receive a discount on the single ticket price of $38.  Contact the Director of Sales at (402) 553-4890 ext. 147 or knewman@omahaplayhouse.com to make your reservations. 

EDUCATION/OUTREACH DEPARTMENT
Summer Camp & Classes
     It’s not too late to register for FIRST STAGE SUMMER THEATRE ACADEMY, a two-week performing arts academy for ages 12-18.  Openings are still available for the second session, which runs July 23- August 3. Also, our Autumn class session begins September 10th! If you're interested in acting, dance, or voice classes, call today to be added to our mailing list. For more information about OCP education programs, please contact Keith Hart at (402) 553-4890, ext. 131.

SEEKING HOST FAMILIES!
The Nebraska Theatre Caravan needs to house over 80 company members every October/November. Professional actors, technicians and musicians rehearse in Omaha before taking the beloved A Christmas Carol on tour. If you would like to inquire upon this great experience, please notify Lara Marsh, Artistic Coordinator of the Nebraska Theatre Caravan at (402) 553-4890 ext. 135, or at lmarsh@omahaplayhouse.com

2007/2008 SEASON SUBSCRIPTIONS
     Arts organizations across the nation have expressed concern about the declining number of memberships/subscriptions being sold. It seems people just aren't committing to a season-long package. The GREAT news is your Omaha Community Playhouse subscriptions are on the RISE! It could be our productions, sets, local talent... who knows? We are the largest community in the United States ...and it just keeps getting better. With new flexible package options available and an incredible lineup for 2007/08, there hasn't been a better time to join!

AND THE AWARD GOES TO...
Playhouse Honors Volunteers
     The annual Omaha Community Playhouse "Awards Night" was held Monday, June 25th. The event, which celebrates and recognizes the hundreds of volunteers who make this Omaha cultural landmark possible. To read who won what, click HERE!

ACROSS THE POND
Sixth Annual London Tour Scheduled
See Three Amazing Plays in London!
     After five successful London theatre tours, plans are well underway for the annual Omaha Community Playhouse London Theatre Tour, February 13-18, 2008. To read the travel brochure, click HERE.

AUDITION!
You've seen shows at the Playhouse... Did you know that those exceptional singers and dancers are volunteer performers? If you would like to share your talents with the community, come to our next audition!

• Thoroughly Modern Millie – July 23, 24 
• Matt and Ben – August 27, 28 
• A Christmas Carol – September 15 for children (time TBD) 17, 18 for adults
• Same Time, Next Year – November 12, 13
• Company – December 10, 11 
• Cliffhanger – January 7, 8, 2008
• Shakespeare in Hollywood – February 11, 12, 2008 
• The Crucible – March 10, 11, 2008
• South Pacific – March 17, 18, 2008

Auditions held at the Omaha Community Playhouse at 7:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Audition dates are subject to change. For more information, contact Jeannine Robertson.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Crowns - Aug 24 - Sept. 23 - Tickets available (general public) Aug. 14
Thoroughly Modern Millie - Sept. 14 - Oct. 14 - Tickets available (general public) Sept 4