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March 2008 Vol. 1, Issue 11

Playhouse Shows...

Company
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by George Furth
February 8 – March 21, 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

Cliffhanger
By James Yaffe
February 29 – March 22, 2008
A Mainstage Series Production
An ingenious thriller mingling suspense and humor. A seemingly mild-mannered professor of philosophy is driven to murder to protect his reputation and career. He attempts to devise a fool-proof cover-up, but complications arise, and you’ll be watching from the edge of your seat as he tries to disentangle himself from his web of deceit! Suspenseful, funny and full of unexpected twists!

Upcoming Events...

Destination World’s Fare
Pack your suitcases!  Act II, the Omaha Community Playhouse Guild, is excited to announce that the theme for the 2008 Benefit will once again be “Destination World’s Fare”.  Join us on Saturday, March 29th, as we travel the world in search of the finest cuisine and entertainment, all while supporting the largest community theatre in the nation. 

This year’s event will feature the following destinations:

*Traveling buffet showcasing the cuisine of Athens, Coney Island, Frankfurt, Madrid, Tokyo and Venice – each located throughout the Playhouse and catered by some of Omaha’s finest restaurants
*Open bar – including new drinks especially for our Gala
*A German Beer Garden in our tented outdoor plaza
*Carnival games and attractions of the Coney Island Boardwalk
*A full evening of entertainment, including karaoke, flamenco dancers, and a Mainstage performance hosted by “The Weisenheimers Comedy Troupe” and featuring some of the Playhouse’s most beloved and electrifying performers!

Make your reservations today!  CLICK HERE  to “book your flight” or call 553-4890 ext. 145 for more information

Upcoming Auditions
Do you have a passion to perform? Audition for a show at the Omaha Community Playhouse!

  • The Crucible – March 10, 11
  • South Pacific – March 17, 18
    For more information about auditioning     CLICK HERE

    Education...

    FIRST STAGE SUMMER THEATRE ACADEMY
    A two-week performing arts academy for ages 12-18
    July 7-18 or July 21-August 1
    Auditions will be held Saturday, April 26
    Please call 553-4890 ext. 131 to request an application
    Or visit our website omahaplayhouse.org

    Attention Season Subscribers!

    What if you only saw part of a production?

    Season subscriptions and ticket revenue do not cover the costs of the shows you have come to expect from the Omaha Community Playhouse.  When you make a charitable gift to the OCP, you ensure that the show does go on – in its entirety!

    During the upcoming 2008-2009 Season Renewal Drive, we ask EVERY subscriber to make a charitable gift to the Omaha Community Playhouse.  Gifts of all sizes are valuable to the health and prosperity of this theatre. 

    Consider this…. if every subscriber (that’s over 5500 Playhouse supporters) gave an additional $10 with the purchase of each subscription, the Playhouse would raise over $55,000! 

    We need YOU to complete the picture --
    2008-09 Season Renewal packets will be mailed soon!

    Next Season Announced!

    2008/2009 Season
    MAINSTAGE PRODUCTIONS

    The Cocoanuts
    Music and Lyrics: by Irving Berlin
    Book Written By: George S. Kaufman
    September 12 – October 12, 2008

    Blithe Spirit
    By: Noel Coward
    January 23 – February 15, 2009

    Glorious!
    By Peter Quilter
    March 13 – April 5, 2009

    Moonlight and Magnolias
    By Ron Hutchinson
    April 17 – May 10, 2009

    Gypsy – A Musical Fable
    Book by Aurthur Laurents
    Music by Jule Styne
    Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
    Suggested by Memoirs of Gypsy Rose Lee
    May 29 – June 28, 2009

    SPECIAL HOLIDAY EVENT
    ON THE MAINSTAGE
     
    A Christmas Carol
    November 21 – December 21, 2008

    FONDA-McGUIRE SERIES
    PRODUCTIONS IN THE HOWARD DREW THEATRE

    Intimate Apparel
    By Lynne Nottage
    August 22 – September 21, 2008

    Stones in His Pockets
    By Marie Jones
    October 17 – November 16, 2008

    Bat Boy
    Story and Book by Keythe Farley and Brian Fleming
    Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe
    February 20 – March 29, 2009

    Twelve Angry Men
    By: Reginald Rose
    May 1 – May 31, 2009

    SPECIAL EVENTS IN THE
    HOWARD DREW THEATRE

    Late Night Catechism
    Written by Vicki Quade & Maripat Donovan
    Directed by Marc Silvia
    July 11 – August 3, 2008

    Yesterday and Today
    An Interactive Beatles Experience
    Featuring Billy McGuigan
    Music Director – Rick Avard
    ©2007 By Rave On Productions
    December 5-7, 10-14, 17-21, 26-31 2008


    Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
    The Omaha Community Playhouse has many sponsorship opportunities available in conjunction with our upcoming 08-09 Season. Producing Partners provide a vital source of financial support to the Omaha Community Playhouse by helping cover costs associated with our productions. In return, Producing Partners receive many unique marketing opportunities and benefits that showcase their support of the arts to the greater Omaha community. If interested in learning more about available sponsorship opportunities, please contact the Development Director at 402-553-4890x127.