2012-3 April - Slidell Little Theatre
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Encore!<br />
<strong>Slidell</strong> <strong>Little</strong> <strong>Theatre</strong><br />
Encore! SLT Newsletter<br />
NOW ON STAGE!!<br />
The Producers<br />
by Mel Brooks & Thomas Meehan<br />
<strong>April</strong> 20-May 13, <strong>2012</strong><br />
The Producers is a stage musical adapted from Mel<br />
Brooks’ 1968 film of the same name. It concerns two<br />
theatrical producers who scheme to get rich by overselling<br />
interests in a Broadway flop. Complications arise<br />
when the show unexpectedly turns out to be successful.<br />
The humor of the show draws on ridiculous accents,<br />
caricatures of Nazis, and many show business in-jokes.<br />
Lobby<br />
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Reservations<br />
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www.slidelllittletheatre.org<br />
2011-<strong>2012</strong><br />
Board of Directors<br />
President<br />
Fred Martinez<br />
VP-Productions<br />
Allen L. <strong>Little</strong><br />
VP-Operations<br />
Pat Macloud<br />
VP-Marketing<br />
Don Redman<br />
Secretary/Newsletter<br />
Renee Saussaye<br />
Treasurer<br />
Babette Griffin<br />
Box Office<br />
Ron Uhler<br />
Buildings & Grounds<br />
Robbie Weaver<br />
Grants/Fundraising<br />
Jack Cerny<br />
Hospitality<br />
John Marshall<br />
Membership<br />
Deborah Morell<br />
Play Reading<br />
Josh St. Cyr<br />
Programs<br />
Elizabeth Bonnell<br />
Publicity<br />
John Perkins<br />
Stage & Sets<br />
Larry Johnson<br />
SLT Mission:<br />
To Engage, Educate, and<br />
Involve Members of the<br />
Community in High Quality<br />
Theatrical Productions.
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Encore! SLT Newsletter<br />
Announcing our <strong>2012</strong>-13 Slate of Shows<br />
“Willy Wonka”<br />
August 17 – September 9, <strong>2012</strong><br />
Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this<br />
stage adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which features the songs from the classic family film Willy<br />
Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. A scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone’s sweet tooth.<br />
Let Willy Wonka take you and your family on a fantasy ride into the land of pure imagination! “Willy Wonka” is<br />
presented through special arrangement with Music <strong>Theatre</strong> International.<br />
“Pippin”<br />
October 12 - 28, <strong>2012</strong><br />
A young prince and heir to the throne of Charlemagne, we follow Pippin as he searches for happiness in beauty,<br />
glory and fame. On his journey he has to come to grips with lust, sex, war and politics. A hip, tongue-in-cheek,<br />
anachronistic fairy tale that captivated Broadway audiences and continues to appeal to the young at heart everywhere.<br />
The energetic pop-influenced score by three-time Oscar®-winning composer/lyricist Stephen Schwartz<br />
bursts with one show-stopping number after another, from soaring ballads to infectious dance numbers. “Pippin”<br />
is presented through special arrangement with MTI.<br />
“A Christmas Story”<br />
November 23 – December 9, <strong>2012</strong><br />
The only thing little Ralphie Parker hopes to find under the tree is a Daisy Brand Red Ryder BB rifle. He doesn’t<br />
simply want it—he’s consumed with an aching desire for it. Looming in the way, however, are alleyway bullies,<br />
major awards, freezing flagpoles, unsympathetic authorities and a certain horrifying Macy’s Santa. Based upon the<br />
classic motion picture, this play is a holiday treat everyone can enjoy—that is, until someone shoots their eye<br />
out. “A Christmas Story” is presented through special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing.<br />
“Into the Woods”<br />
January 18 – February 3, 2013<br />
An ambivalent Cinderella A blood-thirsty <strong>Little</strong> Red Ridinghood A Prince Charming with a roving eye A<br />
Witch...who raps They're all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim's fractured<br />
fairy tale. What begins a lively irreverent fantasy becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and<br />
the stories we tell our children. One of Sondheim's most popular works, “Into the Woods” is a timeless yet relevant<br />
piece and a rare modern classic. Presented through special arrangement with MTI.<br />
“A Streetcar Named Desire”<br />
March 1 - 17, 2013<br />
Tennessee Williams' heartbreaking tale of a lost soul, one of the most popular and acclaimed works in American<br />
stage history. Blanche DuBois, an aging Southern belle, sets out on a collision course with reality as she travels to<br />
New Orleans to live with her sister Stella and her brutish husband Stanley which leads to a revelation of her<br />
tragic self-delusion and, in the end, to madness. Presented through special arrangement with Dramatists Play Services,<br />
Inc.
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SLT’s 50th Anniversary Season<br />
“Show Boat”<br />
<strong>April</strong> 19 – May 12, 2013<br />
Spanning the years from 1880 to 1927, this lyrical masterpiece concerns the lives, loves and heartbreaks of three<br />
generations of show folk on the Mississippi, in Chicago and on Broadway. The arrival of “Show Boat” was a watershed<br />
moment in the history of American musicals, being the first Broadway score ever to have a coherent<br />
plot and integrated songs. The musical contributed such classic songs as "Ol' Man River," "Make Believe," and<br />
"Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man.” Presented through special arrangement with R&H.<br />
SPECIAL PRODUCTIONS<br />
“Rocky Horror Picture Show”<br />
October 26 & 27, <strong>2012</strong> - Midnight Only<br />
Fasten your garter belt and come up to the lab and see what’s on the slab at SLT! Now in its 6 th year at <strong>Slidell</strong><br />
<strong>Little</strong> <strong>Theatre</strong>, “Rocky Horror Picture Show” brings a fun-filled night of “antici- (SAY IT!) –pation” to our patrons.<br />
Join us for our full audience participation showing of the “Rocky Horror Picture Show” at SLT featuring a<br />
live side cast. Costumes are strongly encouraged. Rated R.<br />
THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES<br />
“A Year with Frog and Toad”<br />
September 15-24, <strong>2012</strong><br />
Arnold Lobel's well-loved characters hop from the page to the stage in “A Year with Frog and Toad.” Come<br />
along as we follow two great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad through four<br />
fun-filled seasons. Waking from hibernation in the spring, they proceed to plant gardens, swim, rake leaves and<br />
go sledding, learning life lessons along the way, including a most important one about friendship and rejoicing in<br />
the attributes that make each of us different and special. Presented through special arrangement with MTI.<br />
“Stellaluna”<br />
May 17-26, 2013<br />
Stellaluna has her world literally turned upside down when she is adopted by a loving family of birds. The only<br />
problem is...she's a bat! In this humorous and touching story about being who you are, see how this adorable<br />
baby fruit bat discovers the essence of friendship. Stellaluna, a play based on the celebrated book by Janell Cannon,<br />
is presented through special arrangement with Plays For Young Audiences and Dijkstra Agency.
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Encore! SLT Newsletter<br />
Early Bird Memberships - Now On Sale!!!<br />
Don’t miss out on your Golden Ticket for a season of Quality <strong>Theatre</strong> on the Northshore! Membership includes all six regular<br />
plays, and you choose which performance to attend. Upgrade to a Patron Membership and get preferential seating, early<br />
reservations, and other exclusive Patron Perks. Business Patron Memberships are available and include an ad in the program<br />
for the entire season with a potential audience of thousands. Individual ticket prices have increased due to rising costs, making<br />
membership an even greater value. Email membership@slidelllittletheatre.org if you have any questions.<br />
Why should I join Members enjoy greatly reduced rates over individual ticket prices. Paid memberships allow us to plan<br />
better for the quality entertainment you expect and deserve. <strong>Slidell</strong> <strong>Little</strong> <strong>Theatre</strong> is a non-profit entity, run entirely by volunteers.<br />
How do I join At the theater when you come to see a performance, or an hour before any scheduled performance.<br />
Download the membership form from the website www.<strong>Slidell</strong><strong>Little</strong><strong>Theatre</strong>.org or complete the form included in this newsletter.<br />
Bring with you to the theater or mail it to P. O. Box 969, <strong>Slidell</strong>, LA, 70459.<br />
How do I pay If you send in your form by mail, we accept only checks or money orders. If you pay in person at the theater<br />
we also accept cash or credit cards (MasterCard, Visa, or Discover).<br />
How does it work once I’m a member All members and Patrons receive a membership card. Make reservations for the<br />
performance you wish to attend by internet (preferred) or phone. We do our best to accommodate walk-ins, but seats can<br />
only be guaranteed for reservations. Bring your card with you to the theater for the performance. Try to arrive at least 30<br />
minutes before curtain (time play starts). Present your membership card to the Box Office to pick up your ticket(s).<br />
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SLT Early Bird Member thru June 30, <strong>2012</strong><br />
Name ____________________________________________________<br />
Membership Level Amount # Total<br />
Sustaining Grand Patron<br />
(Two Years + 4 tickets)<br />
Grand Patron<br />
(4 tickets)<br />
Business Patron*<br />
(2 tickets + program ad)<br />
Gold Patron<br />
(2 tickets)<br />
Silver Patron<br />
(1 ticket)<br />
Adult Member<br />
(1 ticket)<br />
Senior Sunday (over 65 only<br />
$5 fee for show not Sunday)<br />
Student<br />
(1 ticket, < 25 w/School ID)<br />
YAT Participant<br />
(1 ticket)<br />
$1340.00 $<br />
$520.00 $<br />
$310.00 $<br />
$210.00 $<br />
$105.00 $<br />
$80.00 $<br />
$60.00 $<br />
$30.00 $<br />
$15.00 $<br />
Additional Donation $<br />
TOTAL ENCLOSED<br />
PLEASE PRINT cash, credit ** , ck # ___________________<br />
Address ___________________________________________________<br />
City ____________________________ State_______ Zip ___________<br />
Phone ___________________________________________________<br />
Email ____________________________________________________<br />
Interested in volunteering (please circle one) YES NO<br />
*Business Patrons – please include card for program ad<br />
Company Name ____________________________________________<br />
** credit cards accepted only in person at the theater<br />
IF MAILING send form with check or money order to:<br />
<strong>Slidell</strong> <strong>Little</strong> <strong>Theatre</strong> - Membership<br />
P.O. Box 969<br />
<strong>Slidell</strong>, LA 70459
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President’s<br />
Message<br />
As we enter the last quarter of the season we find ourselves excited about “The Producers”<br />
opening on <strong>April</strong> 20th as well as our newly announced slate for the <strong>2012</strong>-2013 season.<br />
We feel that we have a slate of shows that has something for everyone, some favorites<br />
repeated and some new challenging material. Also included in this newsletter is a<br />
survey that we encourage you to fill out and return. It is intended to produce information<br />
concerning the memberships wishes and directions they would like the organization to<br />
take. We are looking forward to our May 14th General Membership meeting. It is usually<br />
the one time during our season where the membership gets to speak directly to the<br />
board as a group. Last year’s meeting produced a directive that will be reported on<br />
and this meeting will provide the opportunity for those issues and others to be further<br />
addressed. We hope to see you there.<br />
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Artists Wanted!!!<br />
The Director of “Willy Wonka” is in need of Artist talents to help<br />
build set pieces for the opening show. There are murals, drops and<br />
set pieces that need to be painted. Please come out to help! To volunteer<br />
please call Pat Macloud at 985-960-6698 or email to<br />
pjmacloud@gmail.com, ASAP.<br />
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Join us for “The Producers”<br />
on Opening Night<br />
Make your reservations NOW to see “The Producers” on<br />
Opening Night and join us for a gala Champagne & Cake Reception.<br />
See you on Friday, <strong>April</strong> 20th!!!
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Young Actors <strong>Theatre</strong> of <strong>Slidell</strong> (YATS)<br />
<strong>2012</strong> Summer Program<br />
“Talent Under Construction”<br />
YATS Summer <strong>Theatre</strong> program captures the magic of theatre<br />
for participants age 4 through graduating High School Seniors.,<br />
through workshops that prepare participants for a stage<br />
production appropriate for the age level.<br />
Mini-YATS<br />
Ages 4 – entering 3 rd Grade<br />
Director: Diana LaSalla<br />
Mini-YATS run single-week sessions:<br />
Session 1 – May 28 –June 4 Performance: Saturday, June 2<br />
Session 2 – June 4 – June 8 Performance: Saturday, June 9<br />
Session 3 - June 11 – 15 Performance: Saturday, June 16<br />
Young Juniors<br />
Entering 4 th grade through entering 5 th grade<br />
Director: Abbie Woolridge/Asst. Director: Tara Brewer<br />
Juniors<br />
Entering 6 th grade through entering 7 th grade<br />
Director: Nicole Lively/ Asst. Director: Katie Peck<br />
Young Seniors<br />
Entering 8 th grade through entering 9 th grade<br />
Director: Larry Johnson/ Asst. Director: Pam Lisotta<br />
Seniors<br />
Entering 10 th grade through Graduation High School<br />
Director: Allee Peck/ Asst. Director: Joshua Brewer/<br />
Music Director: John Giraud<br />
For workshop details, auditions, rehearsal schedules, and registration<br />
information and forms, contact us at yats<strong>2012</strong>@gmail.com.
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Young Actors <strong>Theatre</strong> of <strong>Slidell</strong> (YATS) <strong>2012</strong> Summer Program<br />
“Talent Under Construction”<br />
Technical <strong>Theatre</strong> Training<br />
Are you not an on stage person, but would love to be involved with <strong>Theatre</strong><br />
Did you ever wonder where or how those sound clips happen<br />
Were you ever curious about what those large black things that hang from the ceiling are all about<br />
Did you ever wonder what it takes to be one of those people in black who show up on stage in the dark<br />
WELL…..we have the answers for you……<br />
The YATS Program of <strong>Slidell</strong> <strong>Little</strong> <strong>Theatre</strong> is offering Technical <strong>Theatre</strong> Training.<br />
The Technical <strong>Theatre</strong> Training Pilot program, under the direction of Julie Indest, will focus on lights, sound, set construction,<br />
Stage Management, and Stage Crew. Master Technical <strong>Theatre</strong> instructors will present the principles of design coupled<br />
with hands-on learning. The program culminates by applying the knowledge and skills learned to assist with YATS Productions.<br />
Julie Indest, a YATS graduate, attended the University of Southern Mississippi majoring in Stage Management. Julie worked<br />
professionally as a Stage Manager in Atlanta for several years. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the<br />
YATS Technical <strong>Theatre</strong> program.<br />
This program is open to all students entering the 8 th grade in the fall of <strong>2012</strong> though adults (young and young at heart). This<br />
is a great family activity to learn the behind the scenes aspects of theatre. The program begins early June and will run for six<br />
weeks (mainly Saturday and Sundays). For additional information and registration forms email YATS at<br />
yats<strong>2012</strong>@gmail.com or for questions call Roberta Hazelbaker at 985-285-0013 or Rose Kennedy at 985-863-9764.<br />
<strong>Slidell</strong> <strong>Little</strong> <strong>Theatre</strong> is “Going Green”<br />
Starting with the <strong>2012</strong>-13 Season, the <strong>Slidell</strong> <strong>Little</strong> <strong>Theatre</strong> newsletter “Encore” will be automatically<br />
emailed! We have decided to make this move in an effort to be more environmentally conscious as well<br />
as to reduce the costs of printing and postage. We are trying to spend YOUR membership dollars more<br />
economically! Of course, if you still wish to receive your newsletter via mail, please complete the form<br />
below and mail it to: <strong>Slidell</strong> <strong>Little</strong> <strong>Theatre</strong>, Attn: Newsletter, P. O. Box 969, <strong>Slidell</strong>, LA, 70459.<br />
Thank you for your response.<br />
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YES!! I would prefer to receive my SLT Newsletter “Encore” via mail.<br />
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Address:___________________________________________________________<br />
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A Message from Ron Uhler / Box Office<br />
I would like to talk about RESERVATIONS. Reservations are for the purpose of securing a seat<br />
for the performance. When reservations are made for more than are going to show up for the<br />
performance, it stops others from being able to make theirs. To clarify that, when enough people<br />
make reservations for a large party, it may trigger the early cutoff of the reservation lines.<br />
Then at the time of the performance, we are told in the box office that some of the party can’t<br />
make it. When total reservations reach a certain level, the phone and online reservations are<br />
cut off from accepting reservations. If we had been told ahead of time that the some of the party<br />
of the reservation will not be attending, it may be enough to allow the reservation lines to remain<br />
open longer and allow more people to make reservations. So, it is important that we are<br />
informed in advance of the performance if everyone in the party will not be attending.<br />
We are still working on being able to pay for tickets when the reservation is made online.<br />
What about the phone reservations We are working on that too. For those who make reservations<br />
by phone, the phone message will be sent to the computer and automatically logged in<br />
whereby I can play your message and also see it printed out. This will be a great improvement<br />
and virtually no calls will be missed. The final step will be the automatic creation of the seating<br />
chart. That can actually be done now, but with some readjusting afterwards. It can’t account for<br />
certain seating requests. That’s where the adjustments by me come in. Future improvements<br />
for the box office look promising.<br />
Don’t forget “The Producers” is coming up next. Hope to see you all then.<br />
SLT <strong>2012</strong>-13 Season Quick Reference Cut out this<br />
SLT<br />
<strong>2012</strong>-13<br />
Season<br />
Willie<br />
Wonka<br />
Pippin<br />
A Christmas<br />
Story<br />
Into The<br />
Woods<br />
Streetcar<br />
Named<br />
Desire<br />
Showboat<br />
Fri., 8:00 p.m. Aug. 17 Oct. 12 Nov. 23 Jan. 18 Mar. 1 Apr. 19<br />
Sat., 8:00 p.m. Aug. 18 Oct. 13 Nov. 24 Jan. 19 Mar. 2 Apr. 20<br />
Fri., 8:00 p.m. Aug. 24 Oct. 19 Nov. 30 Jan. 25 Mar. 8 Apr. 26<br />
Sat., 8:00 p.m. Aug. 25 Oct. 20 Dec. 1 Jan. 26 Mar. 9 Apr. 27<br />
Sun., 2:00 p.m. Aug. 26 Oct. 21 Dec. 2 Jan. 27 Mar. 10 Apr. 28<br />
Fri., 8:00 p.m. Aug. 31 Oct. 26 Dec. 7 Feb. 1 Mar. 15 May 3<br />
Sat., 8:00 p.m. Sept. 1 Oct. 27 Dec. 8 Feb. 2 Mar. 16 May 4<br />
Sun., 2:00 p.m. Sept. 2 Oct. 28 Dec. 9 Feb. 3 Mar. 17 May 5<br />
Fri., 8:00 p.m. Sept. 7 May 10<br />
Sat., 8:00 p.m. Sept. 8 May 11<br />
Sun., 2:00 p.m. Sept. 9 May 12<br />
schedule<br />
and<br />
hang it on<br />
your<br />
refrigerator<br />
for easy<br />
reference
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“Widow Bride” World Premiere<br />
Director & Playwright - John Giraud<br />
Set Design - John Marshall<br />
Assistant Director - Babette Griffin<br />
Choreographer - Ronald Brister<br />
Producer - Elizabeth Bonnel/Babette Griffin<br />
Lighting Design - Joel Sweetland<br />
Stage Manager - Elizabeth Bonnell<br />
Sound Design - Fred Martinez<br />
Costumes/Hair/Makeup - Cast of “Widow Bride”<br />
Maggie…………….Meghan Rose Shea Gramps Gustafson………....Allen L. <strong>Little</strong><br />
Marshall………….…….Michael Ducre Elvira……..………...……..Suzette Ferrari<br />
Gus (Marie)…………….Celia Guillory Ida………...…...Teresa Wilson Augustine<br />
Aric…………...…...Joshua W. Brewer Maya………...……..….Katie Lynn Cotaya<br />
Missouri…….........…...Tate Robertson Janou…….…....……….Emma Daigrepont<br />
Priscilla……….…….…...Kaitlin Griffin Beau…….…….……...……..Eric Generes<br />
Mark………………...……..Troy Hedrick
THE COMMITTEE NEEDS YOUR INPUT<br />
The recently regrouped Task Force, The Committee, needs your input in order to further understand and research the<br />
workings of the Board of Directors and By Laws of SLT. Your direction and knowledge is greatly appreciated by completing<br />
the following questionnaire. In addition to this printing, the questionnaire will be stuffed in “The Producers”<br />
programs. It can be left at the theater on show nights with the Board Member In Charge, mailed to PO Box 969, <strong>Slidell</strong>,<br />
La. 70459, or e-mailed to thecommittee@slidelllittletheatre.org.<br />
NAME: (optional)____________________________ MEMBER ____YES _____NO<br />
Have you ever served on a theater board or committee ____YES _____NO<br />
MEMBERSHIP LEVEL__________<br />
Since the task of The Committee is wide-scoped, please rate the following areas in what you think should be their order<br />
of priority for this committee. (Rate 1-7 with 1 the highest priority)<br />
_____ board organization/structure<br />
_____ appropriate number of board members<br />
_____ election process<br />
_____ responsibilities of board members<br />
_____ strategic/long term planning<br />
_____ business planning<br />
_____ capital improvements<br />
Please rate the following statements STRONGLY DISAGREE NEITHER AGREE AGREE STRONGLY<br />
1.) SLT is run effectively and professionally.<br />
Comments:<br />
DISAGREE OR DISAGREE AGREE<br />
2.) My theater experience at SLT is always a very<br />
enjoyable one.<br />
Comments:<br />
3.) Board members welcome my comments and<br />
concerns about SLT with<br />
interest.<br />
Comments:<br />
I have more to discuss regarding these items. I would like to share my thoughts with The Committee.<br />
Please contact me at _______________________________________________________________________________
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Please patronize those merchants who support SLT through the purchase of advertisements in our program.<br />
<strong>Slidell</strong> <strong>Little</strong> <strong>Theatre</strong> is supported in part by funds from the Louisiana State Arts Council and the Louisiana Division of the Arts<br />
as administered by the St. Tammany Arts Commission, St. Tammany Parish.<br />
SLIDELL LITTLE THEATRE<br />
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The Producers (Musical)<br />
<strong>April</strong> 20-May 13, <strong>2012</strong><br />
<strong>2012</strong> General Membership Meeting<br />
May 14, <strong>2012</strong> @ 7:00pm<br />
How I Became a Pirate<br />
(<strong>Theatre</strong> for Young Audiences)<br />
May 19-27, <strong>2012</strong><br />
YATS Auditions<br />
(Juniors/Young Seniors/Seniors)<br />
May 30-June 1, <strong>2012</strong>