Improvatar

On May, 12, 2010 Monsignor Farrell High School and the Farrell Improv Players put on their annual Improv show entitled Improvatar. The title was a play on words based off of the number one box office hit Avatar. Directed by Andrew Monteleone (also director of the Farrell Players) the actors/actresses in the show always seem to amaze me with what random things come to their heads.

The show welcomed back many alumni as well as many up and coming young men interested in this kind of entertainment. Girls from various schools over Staten Island are welcomed as well, but not many flock to this kind of production. Michael Leavy (Class of 2008) served as our host for the evening. He introduced the various games and explained to the audience what the actors would be doing in these various scenes.


Some great performers of the night included: Matt Burns, John D'Agastino, John Elias, Tom Heintz, Kristina Imperial, Erin Kenny, John Kiame, Jason Leavy, James O'Hare, Michael Palladino, Marrick Smith, and Jonathan Wood. In the closing remarks some of the seniors all made a special effort to say how honored they were to be asked to come back to perform in the Farrell Lobby for this night of comedy.


Those of you familar with improv and have seen the famous show Whose Line Is It Anyway? might recognize some of names of the games these young actors/actressses play. The way in which they act out these adapted scenes are very impressive. I found myself saying "I have no idea how these kids do this." Some of these games include: Freeze, Change, Hidden Line, Ask Mr. Smart, Entertainment Forums, Hands Only, Translations, Hollywood Director, World's Worst, Scenes from a Hat, Two Line Vocabulary, Party Quirks, Three-Headed Broadway Star, and Broadway Showstopper.


Take a look at some of the clips from Improvatar. Don't miss out on this annual show in the Monsignor Farrell High School lobby. For just $8 a ticket I can guarantee you will experience a night of comedy. Some of you who think you "aren't into" this kind of humor, I would recommend going just to see how talented these young adults are.

Monsignor Paddack, the principal of Monsignor Farrell HIgh School ended the night by giving out an award for the person who made him laugh the most. "Matty, you've done it again," he said similing as the audience cheered. Matt Burns is an alumni from the class of 2007. He now attends the College of the Staten Island and some of you might've caught his performance in A Midsummer Night's Dream at CSI. His "big" humor and ability to reach people through comedy is really great! He can change his voice and do many impersonations that are real to life.

This video below shows Matt Burns and Marrick Smith:

More Summer Opportunities...

I recently posted about Wagner College's Summer Theater Institute Program to be held over the upcoming summer. The college is also home to another theater program known as the Actor Children's Theatre (ACT.) 

It is a new children's theatre program that encompasses a "triple threat" which teaches acting, musical performance, and movement. Actors will focus on building confidence, performing improvisations, character studies, and theater games. Children enrolled in this program will be able to audition for our spring performance of The Wizard of Oz. Directed by Solange Bila, who has staged more than 30 shows on Staten Island, a great show is sure to be the result. Children not cast in the show will continue with our spring theatre program. Give your child the opportunity to explore his/her inner self and express ideas through the art of drama. 

This spring program ran from January 23, 2010 - June 19, 2010. It is a twenty week program. It is too late to join the spring season this year, but the summer program is still open to apply. Wagner College ACT Children's Theatre Open House for children and parents to discuss summer stock and auditions for Beauty and the Beast, Jr. is being held on May 15th from 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM at the Campus Hall Musical Performance Center. The audition and registration date is Saturday, May 22, 2010 at  2:00 PM, in the Main Hall Theatre.

This is a great opportunity for children who have a passion for theater to spend their summer doing something that they love. 

Staten Island's Finest

Brittany Rubino is a senior at St. Joseph Hill Academy. Some of my loyal readers might notice Brittany's name from my post about the "Hill Singers." She was one of the highlighted solo performers in the choral concert. She was thrilled to answer some questions for me about being a performer on Staten Island as well as some of her dreams and experiences.

MN: Where were you born and raised?

BR: I was born in Brooklyn, New York and raised in Staten Island, New York. 

MN: How old were you when you were first introduced to theater?

BR: I was first introduced to theater around the age of five. 



MN: What is your favorite Broadway play?

BR:My favorite Broadway play would definitely be Wicked. I absolutely love the music and the story line is so touching. 


MN: What is your dream role?

BR: My dream role is Reno Sweeney from the musical Anything Goes.



MN:What theater groups have you been involved in on Staten Island?

BR: In addition to my high school’s theater department, I have been involved with the Actor’s Workshop and the Actors Children’s Theater (ACT)

MN: Have you performed in places outside of our little borough?

BR: Recently I have not, but when I was younger I performed a lot in Manhattan as well as New Jersey.



MN:What has been your favorite role that you played so far?

BR: My favorite role so far would be Belle in Beauty and the Beast.

MN: What is your favorite thing to do sing, act or dance? (If you can choose.)

BR: It is a really close tie between acting and singing! (I’m not the greatest dancer in the world) However, if I had to chose, I would pick singing because it makes me feel very calm and I have so much fun with it! 


MN: Has there been anyone in your life who has influenced you in the theater world?

BR:An actress in the theater world who has influenced me is Sutton Foster. 


MN: Have you taken any lessons or practiced with any voice teachers?

BR: I haven’t had steady vocal lessons since I was about 9 years old, but recently I studied with Katie Agresta! (one of Bon Jovi’s vocal coaches)

MN: What is the most difficult thing about performing?

BR: The most difficult thing about performing, for me, is remembering the choreography of the dance numbers!



MN: Do you plan on pursuing this passion in college?

BR: Although I am not majoring in Theater, I do plan to pursue my passion! I will audition for any theater opportunities that come my way!


I would like to take this time to thank Brittany for taking the time out to answer these questions for me. I was surprised by some of her responses because after seeing her preform I would have bet that she would have had heavy training in singing. It just goes to show how some people truly have an innate talent. I want to congratulate and wish Brittany the best of luck as she graduates this June and goes on to pursue the world of higher education.

Whose Line Is It Anyway?

Monsignor Farrell is hosting their annual Improv Show this upcoming Wednesday, May 12th from 7:00 PM- 9:00 PM in the Farrell Lobby. Those of you who aren't familiar with what an "Improv Show" is, it is very similar to the show Whose Line Is It Anyway? It is very comedic and promises to keep you laughing all night.

The show consists of a panel of performers who create characters, scenes and songs on the spot, in the style of short-form improvisation games, many taken from theatresports. Topics for the games were based on either audience suggestions or predetermined prompts from the host. 


The doors open at 7:00 and the show will start at approximately 7:30 PM. Admission costs $8 and will once again be held in the Monsignor Farrell Lobby. If you were fortunate enough to catch the "Farrell Players'" performance of Anything Goes this year, you will definitely see some familiar faces in the show.


For those of you who haven't seen the famous Whose Line Is It Anyway? show, take a look at the clip below to get a feel for what Improv is all about.

Say A Little Prayer for "Promises Promises"

"Promises, Promises" was one of the most anticipated shows opening on Broadway this season. The show officially opened on March 27th of this year and I had the opportunity to see it at the Broadway Theater on May 2nd. The show runs almost a full three hours with a fifteen minute intermission (a little too long for my liking.) Walking away with just four Tony Award nominations, Promises, Promises proves to be a great show for about $50 a ticket. The story-line is based on the 1960's film The Apartment. For me, the plot seems a tad bit outdated, causing the performance having a dull feel to it. 

Their four nominations include: 

Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical

Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical

Best Choreography

Best Orchestrations

Let's not forget to mention the fact that Will & Grace's Sean Hayes, and Kristin Chenoweth from the original cast of Wicked are headlining this show. Personally, it was difficult for me to look at Sean Hayes in the role of Chuck, an ambitious, charming, and shrewd bachelor who works for the Consolidated Life Insurance Company. All I kept picturing was him saying "Just Jack." In addition, Kristin Chenoweth plays the role of Fran Kubelik, a rather boring part when compared to the bubbly, happy and humorous "Glinda the Good Witch." Kristin Chenoweth did not receive a nomination for her role, however Sean Hayes received one for Best Performance by a Leading Actor in a Musical against another big name, Kelsey Grammer in La Cage aux Folles. 

A few of the most famous songs from the musical include: "I Say a Little Prayer," "Turkey Lurkey Time," and "I'll Never Fall in Love Again." I was so psyched to hear Chenoweth's version of "Say a Little Prayer," however, it wound up being a number that went completely unnoticed. There was not one number in the show that really stuck with me when I walked out of the theater, and that to me is a problem.

On the other hand, Kate Finneran (nomination for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Musical) utterly steals the show. The audience would not stop laughing at her humorous one-liners. Her acting is superior to any other actor/actress on the stage. To be honest, the role she was cast in is very dynamic, as opposed to that of Fran Kubelik. I will give credit where credit is due though, Finneran has definitely found her niche. 

Take a look at a blog I follow "On The Boards," and specifically their post about Kristin Chenoweth's plea for her role to be "spiced" up. 

Tune in to the Tony Awards on June 13th at 8:00 PM on CBS to see if "Promises, Promises" will walk away with any awards. There are also discount tickets available. If you are still interested in seeing the show, I would not recommend spending $126 per ticket, you run the risk of most likely being disappointed for a great deal of money.

Take a look at Sean Hayes and Kristin Chenoweth singing "I'll Never Fall in Love Again" below. 

"Promises, Promises" winds up not being able to promise too much. 

St. Joseph Hill Singers "Walk on Sunshine"

Every Spring I look forward to heading back to my alma mater (St. Joseph Hill Academy) to see the "Hill Singers" put on their Choral Concert. As a former singer and president of the school's "Glee Club," it is always a joy to return back and see familiar faces. Twenty-four girls that range from freshmen to seniors are broken up on the stage onto high risers in three sections: first sopranos, second sopranos, and altos. Separating the singers into these sections allows for harmonies that deeply resonate into the crowd. The concert also contains about six specialty dancers that do some extra movement than just the hand motions the others do as a group on the high risers. The singers start preparing for this show in January. From September through December they practice Christmas songs that they perform at St. Joseph Hill's "Coffee House." The Coffee House is a celebration of the upcoming holidays right before Christmas break. The setting in which they perform the Christmas songs is not as formal, they pretty much just sing in front of their fellow schoolmates and faculty members (tickets are not sold for this event.) 

Ms. Donna D'Ermilio-Miller has been the musical director here at the Academy for years. In addition to working effortlessly with the singers she directs a fall musical that takes place once a year every November. Most recently they have performed Once Upon a Mattress, Cinderella, Carousel, and Oklahoma. She also teachers a Music Appreciation class to sophomores and an Opera elective to juniors and seniors. Ms. D'Ermilio plays the piano for the girls about three days a week after school to practice and does most of the staging and choreography for the group.


The concert starts out with the blue curtain opening and the audience is exposed to a sea of girls with black skirts, white blouses, and blue cummerbunds (a traditional singer costume.) There are many group numbers with solos and trios dispersed throughout the show. There was no intermission and the concert ran about an hour and a half (well worth the price of $10 admission.)

Just to give you an idea of the type of music the girls sing, here is the list of songs they sang this year:
Halo/Walking on Sunshine (As seen on the show Glee)
The Beatles in Revue
Sister Act Medley (Including "I Will Follow Him"
The Pink Panther
Electricity (From the Broadway show Billy Elliot- with American Sign Language)
Not While I'm Around (From the Broadway show Sweeney Todd)
We Go Together (From the Broadway show Grease)
Aquarius (From the Broadway show Hair)
Seasons of Love (From the Broadway show Rent)
Don't Rain on My Parade (From Funny Girl)
and my personal favorite Disney Dazzle: Be Our Guest, Belle, Arabian Nights, Kiss the Girl, Part of Your World, She's in Love, A Whole New World, Beauty and the Beast, Under the Sea, My Strongest Suit, Chim-Chim-Cheree, Step in Time, Supercalifraglisticexpialidocious, and Colors of the Wind. 








It may seem like there are a lot of songs, maybe even a little bit too much. Trust me, the hour and a half flew by. The singers are able to do this by adding various solos. For example, Candace Hevia, Brittany Rubio, Kim Onah, Gabrielle Ardolino, Sabrina Bogen, and many more were sparatically placed throughout the show singing in the various groups of songs. They even broke down a few numbers into just freshmen and sophomores and just juniors and seniors.

For Disney Dazzle part of the show, the singers changed their outfits to black shirts with turquoise lettering that read St. Joseph Hill Singers and khaki pants. It allowed for a little change of pace as well as a more informal feel. One of my favorite performances of the night was that by senior Brittany Rubino. Ms. Rubino is currently a senior at St. Joseph Hill. Those of you who saw this years performance of Once Upon a Mattress might've caught Brittany in the phenomenal role of "Fred." As an alto, Brittany has a strong low voice that allows her belt out notes like one could ever fathom. In addition to her one of a kind voice, she uses her acting ability to her advantage. When she played the part of "Fred" she kept the audience laughing throughout the whole show. Another one of Brittany's performances I should note would be of that in Cinderella. She played one of the evil stepsisters in 2008. This one was a performance where Brittany's acting ability really shone through. Unfortunately, as part of this concert she did not have the opportunity to display her acting and dancing ability, but her solo number,  Don't Rain on My Parade was definitely a show stopper. Watch part of Brittany's solo in the clip below:

Being part of the Hill singers will be one of my favorite memories I will take away from my high school years. I made so many friends and had much fun that I am so thankful I joined this group. Even if you have never had any type of voice training, Ms. D'Ermilio and the St. Joseph Hill Singers welcome you with open arms. There is no other way I would've chose to spend these last couple of months than practicing for our successful concert.- Alyssa Carmusciano, Class of 2010 (Solo, She's In Love) 

One of my least favorite performances was that of The Pink Panther. It was an interesting choice because the singers were making noises throughout the whole piece and managed to harmonize it beautifully. However, there were many other numbers that "Wowed" me much more. Electricity from Billy Elliot was a very heartfelt number due do the fact that the girls learned the American Sign Language to the lyrics thanks to Mrs. Marlene Folvik.


Look at some clips of the show below and don't miss the concert again next fall!

"It Is Not a Dream, It Is Our Reality"

Susan Uberti is currently the director of the Academy of St. Dorothy Drama Club program here on Staten Island. Check out this previous post for more about the program. 
Susan has been my mentor and friend since I was in the fifth grade. I have worked with her as an actress and more recently beside her as a choreographer. She has much experience on both sides of the stage that have helped children all over the island. Anyone who has worked with "Miss Susan" knows that she is not just your director, but someone with a heart of gold who is always willing to help you (personally or to grow as an actor/actress.)

MN: Where were you born and raised?
SU: I was born  in Manhattan but my family moved to Brooklyn when I was a year and a half old. 

MN: Did you always have a passion for theater?
SU: We didn’t  have the financial means to be exposed to Broadway as such, but we did listen to the music and watched all the theatrical events on TV. This began my journey, the passion came later in High School. 

MN: Was there anyone who put you on this path to acting?
SU: Yes, Sr Joseph Ignatius, my very strict Spanish teacher, who was put in charge of the High School play. 

MN: What were some of your best experiences as an actress?
SU: The first time I took a curtain call, I couldn’t believe they were clapping for me. As a matter of fact I actually looked behind me to see who was there. My first standing ovation for my portrayal of Mae Petersen in Bye Bye Birdie. The audience recognition and applause when I returned after a two year absence to play General Matilda B. Cartwright in Guys and Dolls. Last and my very favorite one:  the look on my parent s’ faces when I sang , “Not While I’m Around” directly to them  from the stage at our reunion show in 1991. 
 
MN: If you had to pick your favorite role, which would it be and why?
SU: That’s a hard one, because each of them hold a special place for a different reason. But if I had to choose, it would have to be Aunt Eller in Oklahoma, my debut performance. That began my journey, my passion and my discovery of the real “me”. 

MN: What is your favorite musical and why?
SU: Man of La Mancha. I guess because I too dream the impossible dream and if truth be known, like Don Quijote, it is not a dream, it is our reality! 

MN: Do you feel more comfortable being behind the stage directing or being on the stage performing?
SU: At this point I guess I would say directing for so many reasons. But all in all I would say that I have had equal happiness and satisfaction doing both.
 
MN: How long have you been the director for the Can-Do Kids?
SU: 11 wonderful years. 

MN: What was the first show you worked on with the program?
SU: “I remember Mama” 

MN: Where did the name "Can-Do Kids" originate?
SU: Originally, the children and I got the inspiration from the song in “Guys and Dolls.” From the beginning, “can’t” was a dirty word and “love” was the only way.

MN: I'm sure it is difficult to sometimes get through to the young children you direct, what is the best advice you can give others when instructing children?
SU: Teach and direct as a collaborator and never a dictator. Remember  what it was like to be a kid. Always  come from a stand point of  “Do as I  do” never just “As I say”. Believe in them, see each and everyone of their special talents, and never give up even when they start to. Push them  relentlessly towards excellence and they will never disappoint you. Hold them close and protect their very fragile egos and hearts, you’ll never regret it.  

MN: How do you feel being part of the drama club can help these kids in the long run?
SU: I believe it teaches them many things. It gives them a good sense of themselves as they learn to present themselves in the best possible way. This will be useful not only on a stage, but at a job interview, a business presentation , a college interview etc. It  teaches them the importance of working as a team for a common goal. It gives them a sense of responsiblity and how their actions not only affect them but the group as a whole. It teaches them, discipline and focus. And I guess best of all, It make them feel really good about themselves and perhaps begins their journey of self discovery and passion.
 


I would like to extend a special and heartfelt thank you to Susan for donating her time and for helping me out once again. 
Don't forget to check out the Academy of St. Dorothy's Drama Club performance next March! 
 

What Are You Doing This Summer?

Summer Music Theatre Institute is coming to Wagner College from July 19- July 31. Applications are due by May 1, 2010 so get them in as soon as possible. The application is available on www.wagner.edu/smti as well as more detailed information. 

The program is offered strictly to high school students from around the country. A very prestige program, SMTI allows students to work with theater professionals right on the Wagner College campus. Those who attend will have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of the performing arts (singing, acting, and dancing.) Experts who have worked in the Broadway field and have much experience in the theatre of New York City will come to talk to the students. They will also be able to attend some actual Broadway performances over this two-week course. 

The week will culminate in a showcase of student performances for family, friends, the Wagner community and invited industry guests. SMTI aims to give students a learning experience that is professional and positive; rigorous training and serious fun.

While the "camp" may seem like fun, remember this is a time for teens to gain first hand experience at a "rigorous, college caliber training." Those interested can contact Susan Fenley and David A. Miller at smti@wagner.edu 


Act. Dance. Sing. Discover.


Good luck to all that apply and enjoy this two week once in a lifetime experience. 

Children...Summer Camp...Acting

The Staten Island Children's Theater is celebrating their 45th anniversary this year. The program is sponsored by the Staten Island Mental Health Society. On Sunday, May 16th at both 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM the association is putting on the production of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Their 5-18 year old performing arts company will perform at the Music Hall at Snug Harbor. If you would like to purchase tickets call (718) 981-7288 or e-mail wearesicta@aol.com

Our programs include an arts education season of field trips for Educators and top quality theatre training programs for children ages 5-18. We are now celebrating our 45th Season of bringing live theater to the community through high quality performing arts training and arts in education productions.

The Staten Island Children's Theater have put on various shows over the years, not only through the summer camp productions but through fall and spring sessions as well. Some of these shows include: Bye Bye Birdie, High School Musical, Beauty and the Beast, Once Upon a Mattress, You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Into the Woods Jr. and Aladdin Jr. 
It is not too late to catch some of the Staten Island Children Theater spring performances. If You Give a Pig a Pancake, Nate the Great, and Into the Woods Jr. are all being performed at Tottenville High School within the next month. 


Registration is also opened for a 3 week summer camp, offered from July 5-July 23. "Annie Jr." is being held at the Snug Harbor Cultural Center (north shore- there will be no south shore classes offered for the summer session.)  The camp tuition fees are as follows:

5-8 Year Olds: $300

9-18 Year Olds: $500

If your child is really interested in doing something worthwhile this summer take a look into the Staten Island Children's Theater Program. Their staff is filled with well qualified coordinators and teachers who have been in the business for many years. Many of them have been performers themselves so they have great first hand experiences to share with your children. 


For more contact information, click here. 

"Be Wagner's Guest"

Bonjour! This weekend marked the opening of Wagner College's performance of Disney's Beauty and the Beast. If you missed out, don't worry, there will still be upcoming shows next week (April 28, 29 30, May 1, 2.)



  

Among the Disney classics. Beauty and the Beast was one of Disney's biggest hits on Broadway (alongside The Lion King and Mary Poppins.) It truly was an amazing production as it ran for thirteen years and just recently closed in 2007. When I heard Wagner College was putting on this show I was a little skeptical and thought it wouldn't be able to hold a candle to the Broadway version, but I was very wrong. I had seen it performed at the Lunt Fontanne theater about seven times and I always make sure I see the stage show of it at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Disney World. Having been born in 1989, Beauty and the Beast (1991) was my favorite movie growing up. One might even say it defined my childhood (and adulthood.) Having an emotional attachment to the movie version forces me to put very high standards on any production company that attempts to perform the musical. 

Over the years I have seen many productions done at Wagner College and none of them were a disappointment. Just to name a few, shows such as 42nd Street, Footloose, Oklahoma, On the Town, etc. have all been excellent to say the least. For this past 2009/2010 season they put on The Who's Tommy, Brigadoon, Little Women, and most recently, Beauty and the Beast. From October through May you can be entertained every few months! If you are someone who doesn't miss a show, you should think about becoming a subscriber and getting first preference at great seats!

There is much to learn from the story of Belle and her beast: that the transformative power of love knows no bounds and can truly make miracles happen; that physical beauty means nothing if the heart and soul are not equally lovely; that no matter how hopeless and lost we may feel, no matter how much is stripped away and is never to be seen again, redemption and hope can be found in love.  - Timothy Lawton, Class of 2010

Some of you who are familiar with both the movie version and musical version would notice that there are songs performed in the musical that are not present in the movie. For example, the song "Belle" and "Gaston" are singing in the scene below is entitled "Me."

Other songs some might not be familiar with include: "No Matter What," "Is This Home?" "How Long Must This Go On?" "If I Can't Love Her," "Human Again," "Maison Des Lunes," and "A Change In Me." "Human Again" was actually originally featured in the movie but was cut out as a final decision. Since the DVD version is now back in the "Disney Vault" it is not currently up for sale. However, if you were fortunate to purchase it a few years back, the DVD had special features, one of which was the "Human Again" scene that was ultimately cut out of the movie.

  

Directed by Drew Scott Harris and Choreographed by Carissa Bellando, Beauty and the Beast proved to be my favorite show that I have seen at Wagner College thus far. Costume designer, Kurt Alger (a Wagner alumni) did an amazing job from Lumiere, Cogworth, and the Beast, down to the ensemble of townspeople. The costumes along with the hair styles and make up were all very consistent with the time period in which the musical takes place as well as with those familiar with the movie. Many of the "behind the scenes" people are students at the college working hard to pursue a career in this field. For example, Bendan J. O'Brien, the production stage manager is a senior and Caitlin Maxwell, the hair and makeup designer is also a senior. The fact that not only are the actors and actresses students, but so are those behind the stage really impresses me.

However you must give credit where credit is due. An amazingly talented cast of about forty students sang to the wonderful tunes written by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice. The eight piece orchestra consisted of three reeds, drums/percussion, keyboard, French horn, trumpet, and the piano. Jacqueline Nuzzo played the role of Belle, and the role of the Beast was Joe Donnelly. The whole ensemble is immensely talented. The harmonies were also very successful in orchestra consisted chorus numbers. Take a look at the song that closes Act I, the ever-popular "Be Our Guest."

Beauty and the Beast is a musical that is not heavy with choreography. Those of you familiar with the plot know of the infamous rose whose petals are falling too quickly. Instead of having a prop act as the rose, the director chose to do something a little different. A dancer acted as the rose, she wore a green body suit and held red feathers which acted as the petals. I wasn't too crazy about this idea when the girl first danced on the stage, but after a while I really appreciated the effect this had on the show and on the audience as well. It brought the rose to life, which was extremely symbolic.

The cast received a standing ovation as soon as the last scene ended. It was sold out (so if you're interested in going this weekend call beforehand to reserve tickets.) I noticed that the audience was heavy with children also, so don't be afraid to bring your kids, they will definitely enjoy it!

If you are unable to attend Wagner's last performance of the season check out their shows for the 2010/2011 season: Roger and Hammerstein's Cinderella, William Finn's The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, and Ahern's and Flahery's Seussical The Musical. Call the Box Office at: (718) 390-3259 to reserve tickets now or to sign up for a subscription for next year's season!

This tale is certainly "as old as time!"