January 2008 Vol.1, Issue 9

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Playhouse Shows and Events...

Same Time, Next Year
By Bernard Slade
January 18 – February 10, 2008 • A Mainstage Series Production
One of the most romantic comedies ever to hit Broadway, Same Time, Next Year follows a love affair between two people who rendezvous once a year. Twenty-five years of manners, morals and attitudes are hilariously mirrored by the lovers as we watch. Very funny and genuinely romantic, this play remains one of the most widely produced plays in history.
Sponsored by UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA MEDICAL CENTER

Company
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Book by George Furth
February 8 – March 16, 2008 • In the Howard Drew Theatre
The clashing sounds and pulsing rhythms of New York City underscore this landmark “concept musical,” considered by many to have inaugurated the modern era of musical theatre. Bobby is everybody’s favorite friend and he’s single. Join Bobby and his unforgettable married friends as they try to find him the perfect girl and figure out what makes a perfect relationship. This winner of five Tony Awards including Best Musical is an honest, sophisticated look at relationships, with a brilliant and energetic score containing many of Sondheim’s best-known songs including “The Ladies Who Lunch” and “Being Alive.”
Sponsored in part by GALE & JUDY WICKERSHAM, DR. JACK & KATHY LEWIS, JOANNE & BOB BERKSHIRE and BROADMOOR
Orchestra Sponsored by Whitmore Charitable Trust

Mini Season Packages - On Sale NOW!
Download an order form HERE

Choose from several mini-season packages and save! Packages include:
Mini Starcard
- 4 Mainstage Shows and 2 Howard Drew Shows (Includes all regular season shows after January 1, 2008)

Pick Four
- 4 pre-selected shows of your choice from either theatre

Classic Collection
- Company, The Crucible and South Pacific

Laughter and Cheers
 - Same Time, Next Year; Cliffhanger; and Shakespeare in Hollywood

Buy a Brick 
Want to immortalize yourself or a loved one? Give a unique gift? Send a special message? You can do all this AND support the Omaha Community Playhouse with your purchase of a brick for $200. Your unique message (up to 2 lines – 14 characters each) will be engraved and installed permanently in the OCP lobby! For more information contact the Development Department at 553-4890x127.

Educational Opportunities...

ACTING & DANCE CLASSES start JANUARY 7th!
Do you need a fun way to burn off those holiday calories?  Do you need a new project to keep you from getting bored this winter?  Do you want to brush up your acting skills and maybe audition for a show? Look no further!  The Omaha Playhouse offers a full range of acting and dance classes for adults, so you are sure to find the perfect one for you!  We also offer acting classes for kids at the Playhouse and at Montclair Community Center in Millard.  You’ll find our complete class schedule on our website under EDUCATION, or just call for a brochure.  Register today!  (402) 553-4890 ext. 131

Interested in a Theatre Career?
The Omaha Community Playhouse
Is Proud To Announce Its
3rd Annual
Theatre Career Fair

Feb. 5, 2008
9am-4pm

Talk to Omaha area and regional theatres, businesses, and colleges!  Apply for summer work!  Get face time with key members of the Omaha theatre circuit!

Location:
Omaha Community Playhouse
6915 Cass St.
Omaha, NE 68132
Questions?  Call Lara Marsh 553-4890 ext 135

The Encore Society
Consider joining the Omaha Community Playhouse’s Encore Society! This is a special group of forward-thinking donors who have designated an estate plan gift to benefit the Playhouse in the future. These generous gifts to our Foundation ensure our artistic progress for the benefit of generations to come. Contact Alena Furlong at 402-553-4890 ext. 127 for more information.

You should always consult your attorney for assistance in forming a plan of charitable giving that best suits your needs.