Arts & Entertainment
Clocktower Players Promise Star-Studded Season
There's no day but today to enjoy community theater.
Clocktower Players, the resident community theater group of Irvington Town Hall Theater, has planned a vibrant schedule for the upcoming season, with shows ranging from "You're a Good Man Charlie Brown" to "Rent."
Artistic director Cagle McDonald is particularly excited about the performance schedule, encouraging members of the Rivertowns community to take advantage of this relaxed theater experience right in their backyards.
"We look forward to yet another exciting season filled with new adventures, new friendships, and a continued commitment to children, parents, performers and all those who can benefit from a dose of theater in their lives," McDonald said.
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Clocktower Players is supported by the Irvington Town Hall Theater Foundation, a nonprofit organization created in 1977 to preserve the historic Irvington Town Hall Theater and cultivate an interest in community performance art.
Tuition-based troupes and classes begin the week of September 13, 2010 and are open to all. To register and find out all about the company or order tickets visit clocktowerplayers.com or call (914) 591- 6602. The theater box office opens September 7.
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Below are fall and winter show listings as provided by Clocktower Players:
Autumn Gala
October 16, 2010 at 8 p.m.
At Irvington Town Hall Theater
followed by a wine and dessert after-party at a gracious Irvington home
JANE ALEXANDER, four-time Academy Award nominee, Tony and Emmy award-winning actress and JON SCOTT, Emmy award-winning television reporter, journalist and news anchor co-host as Broadway stars lift their voices to benefit our Rivertowns' vibrant community theater company Clocktower Players.
scheduled to appear:
Rob Evan: Jekyll & Hyde, Les Miserables, Tarzan
Juliet Ewing Footloose, Crazy For You
Joel Higgins Shenandoah, Oklahoma, City of Angels
Terri Klausner A Chorus Line, Sophisticated Ladies, Evita
Terry Rakov Hello Dolly!, The Grand Tour
Maddie KormanN star of Tony nominated best play, Next Fall
and surprise guests!
"I can't remember a more enjoyable evening that conjured up a Norman Rockwell cover on the old Saturday Evening Post." NY THEATER BUZZ, 2009
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Adult troupe presents:
November 6, 7, 13, 14 at 2:00 pm
November 6, 13 at 7:30 pm
Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella:
Music by Richard Rodgers
Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Adapted for the Stage by Tom Briggs
From the Teleplay by Robert L. Freedman
With the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance the tale of the glass-slippered gal is as timeless as ever. Adapted for the stage with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, the hearts of children and adults alike will soar when the slipper fits. Town Hall Theater sparkles as Artistic Director, Cagle McDonald, brings our entire community together for family theatre at its best - with magical matinee surprises!
Director CAGLE McDONALD
Choreographer: JOSUE JASMIN
Musical Director: LAWRENCE WOLF
Tickets: $28/20
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Kids troupe presents:
December 11, 12 at 12:30 p.m.
Frog & Toad
Book and Lyrics Willie Reale
Music Robert Reale
Based on the Frog and Toad children's stories written and illustrated by Arnold Lobel.
This hilarious tale of two best friends with it's jazzy score is the perfect musical for our youngest troupers to perform. Join Frog and his worry-wart pal Toad in their woodland home learning the importance of having a good friend and rejoicing in the attributes that make each of us different and special.
Director: CAGLE MCDONALD
Choreographer: JOCELYN JONES
Tickets: $15/10
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JJR Teen Troupe Presents:
January 22 at 7:30 pm and Jan 23 at 2:00 pm
You're a Good Man Charlie Brown
Based on The Comic Strip "Peanuts" by Charles M. Schulz
Book, Music and Lyrics by Clark Gesner
Additional Dialogue by Michael Mayer
Additional Music and Lyrics by Andrew Lippa
It's an average day in the life of Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang. Little moments from wild optimism to utter despair, from bright uncertain morning to hopeful starlit evening. Heartfelt performances by our talented tweens are guaranteed to please audiences of all ages!
Director: CAGLE McDONALD
DAVYD H. SUBER, JR.
JULIUS PETTY
Tickets: $18/12
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Teen Troupe
February 12 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb 13 at 2:00 p.m.
RENT
Book, Music and Lyrics by
Jonathan Larson
RENT transformed the definition of musical theater -- and changed Broadway forever. Astonishing Teens perform this emotionally stirring story of a community of young artists struggling to live and celebrate life. Not recommended for children under age 12.
Director CAGLE McDONALD
Choreographer JOSUE JASMIN
Musical Director CHLOE SASSON
Tickets: $20/15
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