Looking Back
From Ruth Lepper’s review in the North County Times:
Harless leads strong cast in Patio's 'Hedda Gabler'
Kelli Harless more than does the character justice… Director Richard Gant has assembled a strong cast to bring Ibsen's characters to life… Harless displays the right amount of snarkiness for her strong portrayal of the domineering woman… Kenn Burnett, as her husband, is right at home in this role. He makes George an easygoing newlywed who takes his frustrations in stride…Caro Louise Aristei, as George's spinster aunt, is another natural. She makes acting look easy…. Courtney Potter belies her youth (a high school junior) in a very mature undertaking as Thea Elvsted…Chris DeArmond comes across well as Lovborg, giving his character a persona worthy of Ibsen's creative talent…Costumes by Ann Savage
deserve a standing ovation.
Youtheatre Success!!
Patio Playhouse Youtheatre recently closed a very successful run of the Gilbert and Sullivan classic "The Pirates of Penzance". The show sold out all but one of its nine performances. It even sold out on Super Bowl Sunday! "These kids worked super hard on this show. This is more than we have ever asked of them, and they delivered!" according to director Brian Weissman. "The best thing about this show is how much the kids grew, both in ability and in friendship. This show epitomized the community spirit of Patio."
Don’t Miss This!
DON’T MISS THIS YEAR’S ANNUAL MEETING/GALA
Saturday June 21 st at 4pm in the theater!
Vote for next year’s Board of Directors!
Enjoy a sneak preview of next season’s line-up of fabulous shows!
Munch on tasty refreshments!
Renew your membership!
Purchase season tickets!
Adopt a chair!
Next in the Season
YOUTHEATRE
Fractured Folktales
3 One-Act Plays by Student Directors:
"The Emperor's New Clothes" directed by Vicky Truscott
"The Nightingale" directed by Rebecca Jordan
"The Jungle Book" directed by Raul Kohl
June 6th- June 15th
Supervising Director- Steve Warrick
Producer - Lynnea Weissman
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:00 p.m., Sundays at 2:00 p.m.
Tickets- $10 for Adults/Seniors (60+)/Students
$7 for Youth under 16
William Mastrosimone's "Bang Bang, You're Dead"
Director - Lettie DeAnda
Producer – Lynnea Weissman
May 23rd, 24th and 25th
Friday and Saturday at 7PM, Sunday at 2PM
A resource for dealing with school shootings in a broken world that's violent, unhealthy, unfair, and beyond the power of anyone to fix... except Today's Generation. This is a free performance for teens, parents and anyone
who has a desire to confront violence and work
toward making the world a safer place!
FUNDRAISER
‘Let’s Roast The 1950’s’, our final fundraiser of the season, produced by Deborah Zimmer and the Cabrera Family. A Nostalgic Extravaganza about an unforgettable era!
Thursday June 26 th- Sunday June 29 th
Thursday, Friday, Saturday at 8pm; Sunday at 2pm
Tickets: $15
Opportunities Knocking!
Desperately Seeking:
Tap Dancing Choreographer or Team of Choreographers
Tap Dancers 18 years and older
Experienced pianist and other musicians to join our 25+ piece orchestra for this summer's "Anything Goes."
Show runs August 8-31, 2008 at Kit Carson Park in Escondido.
Please call Brenda at (760) 738-1472 for more information.
Artistic Manager Brian Weissman is looking for:
Producers for next season’s shows
Future Artistic Managers to learn the ropes
Please call the theater: 760-746-6669
or e-mail Brian at: briwei@yahoo.com
Reach for the stars!
PATIO PLAYHOUSE ACTING ACADEMY
*Audition Preparation
*Stage Presence
*Music & Dance
*Improvisation & Fun
*Character Development
And a Final Talent Revue!
June 23 thru June 27, 2008
Ages 8 and under – 9am – 1pm
Ages 9 and over – 9am – 3pm
Only the first 25 students will be accepted.
To Register Call (760) 294-4790
Looking Ahead
Patio Playhouse is proud to announce our 2008-2009 season:
"I Take This Man" by Jack Sharkey. Directed by Sherrie Colbourn playing July 11-August 3.
"Anything Goes" by Cole Porter. Directed by Mary Bright and Richard Brousil playing August 8-August 31 at Kit Carson Park Amphitheater
"Shot in the Dark" by Harry Kurnitz. Directed by Vesta Gleissner playing September 19-October 12.
"Reckless" by Craig Lucas. Directed by Patrick McBride playing November 14-December 7.
"Meshugga-Nuns!" by Dan Goggin. Directed by Deborah Zimmer playing February 27-March 29.
"Veronica's Room" by Ira Levin. Directed by Jay Mower playing April 24-May 17.
The Youth Theatre is also following up its successful season with another great one!
"Cinderella" by Rodgers and Hammerstein. Directed by Lynnea Weissman playing January 16-February 1.
"Aladdin to Oz II - A Musical Revue". Directed by Mary Bright playing April 3-April 5.
"The Importance of Being Earnest" by Oscar Wilde. Directed by Steve Warrick playing May 29-June 14.
Watch this space for our next season's fundraisers, which we will be unveiling in our next exciting issue!
Let’s Go On With The Show!
Patio Playhouse is currently offering 2 exciting shows, available for booking at your venue! The first,
"Let's Roast The 1950's"
is a Nostalgic Extravaganza about an Unforgettable Era! This show offers music, comedy, and look-alikes from the 1950's. Available June 30th- October 26th. A sure-fire crowd pleaser for cool cats!
The next,
"Patio Playhouse Presents: Night Music"
Is an ever-changing roster featuring Patio's finest performers presenting a glamorous evening of song, skits, music, and humor. Available October 27th- 2009. First class entertainment!
Order both of these shows in 1 of 2 formats:
I Act consisting of a 45-60 minute performance
II Acts consisting of 45 minutes each, with intermission
Please contact Brenda Townsend at (760) 738-1472 or townsend@sdcoe.net for more information or to book these fun and entertaining shows that your whole group will love!
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