2015 Mar Applause

Palace
MARION
NON-PROFIT
U.S. POSTAGE
-PAIDMARION, OH
PERMIT NO 54
THEATRE & MAY PAVILION
An official newsletter of the historic Marion Palace Theatre
276 W. Center St., Marion, OH 43302
Hello, Gorgeous!
Phone: 740/383-2101
Web: www.marionpalace.org
Email: [email protected]
The Cast of Funny Girl Brings Humor and Charm to the May Pavilion
W
ith a wonderful mixture of comedy and tragedy,
you won’t want to miss Funny Girl - the iconic musical
about Fanny Brice, a not-so-pretty comedian and singer
who made it in show business because of her talent and
her determination.
Box Office Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, 9a-5p
Upcoming Theatre Rentals:
Mar 03 - TWIG IV Cupcake Wars in May Pavilion
Mar 06, 07, 08 - RHS presents “The Pajama Game”
Mar 13, 14, 15 - PHS presents “How to Succeed in Business
Without Really Trying”
Apr 09 - MAJIC 95.9 Women’s Expo in May Pavilion
Apr 25 - THE MARIONAIRES “Barbershop For All Ages”
May 22 - Marion City Fire Fighters present Steel Creek
Nominated for eight Tony Awards, most audiences
know Funny Girl from the 1968 film adaptation that
catapulted a young unknown actress and singer
named Barbara Streisand to super-stardom.
Please visit www.marionpalace.org for more info about all our upcoming events!
They’re baaack….and all set to lift your spirit with a special Easter celebration!
MATT HOLSINGER (1st tenor), TITUS RITCHEY (baritone), MATT CRAYCRAFT (2nd tenor), SCOTT FORRY (1st tenor), LUKE HENRY
(bass), SCOTT RUTH (2nd tenor), JOE BLUE (bass), STEVE DEWEBER (baritone/bass) and WES PETERS (baritone/bass) are the
capella singing group NINE. Behind the scenes is the tenth member of the group BILL MANKEY (sound man).
NINE first arrived on the local scene in 2011 getting their start by singing for their congregation at Marion‘s First Church of the
Nazarene. Over the last four years, they received rave reviews for their holiday acts during Christmas at the Palace, performed
the National Anthem at the Cincinnati Reds game in 2012 and presented their first full scale show in 2014 on the Palace stage.
Using only their voices, the group creates a well-blended, captivating sound with no instrumental accompaniment. They
collectively select songs that are inspirational andentertaining, and most importantly, that glorify God.
Busy with full-time jobs and juggling 9 different schedules often proves to be a challenge for the men, but NINE stays true to
their roots and their mission to honor God through music. The group shares,
“We believe God gave us our different talents and brought us together, so we try to use our gifts to glorify him.”
Please join us on Sunday, March 29th at 3pm as NINE commemorates Passion Week with a plethora of spiritual songs
including gospel and pure and simple Gaither-style music. Reserved seating is $15. Order your tickets today 740/383-2101 or
www.marionpalace.org Sponsored by Verne Hart Insurance. Media sponsor WMRN-AM and WYNT-FM.
an easter
celebration
with
NINE
sunday, mar 29 • 3
PM
March 2015
• TICKETS $15
VHART
erne
For those who are not familiar with the musical, Funny Girl
can be best described as an enduring and passionate
rags-to-riches story of legendary entertainer Fanny
Brice. The musical begins in the streets of Brooklyn with
Brice as an awkward teen fast-talking her way into show
business. The show then takes us through the period of
time when she becomes a Broadway star headlining for
the glamorous Ziegfeld Follies. While her career soars,
she falls in love with charming gambler Nick Arnstein,
just as his own lucky streak is running out. Funny Girl is an
irresistible backstage drama, a heartbreaking romance
and a classic musical comedy filled with unforgettable
songs by the team of Jule Styne and Bob Merrill including
“Don’t Rain on My Parade,” “I’m the Greatest Star,”
“The Music That Makes Me Dance,” and the iconic hit
“People.”
The Palace Production of Funny Girl features a cast of
eleven actors led by eighteen-year-old Hannah Fuller.
With nearly twelve years of theatre experience under
her belt, Fuller received rave reviews this past summer
for her comical portrayal of Enid Hoopes in the Palace
Production of Legally Blonde and plans to charm
audiences once more as Fanny Brice.
Joining Fuller in the show will be Palace new-comer
Stuart Harris as Fanny’s husband Nick Arnstein,
Jay Reid as Tom Keeney, Matt Meade as Eddie Ryan,
Morgan Schwartz as Mrs. Brice, Gregory Patterson
as Florenz Ziegfeld, Paige Filliator as Mrs. Strakosh,
Courtney Hamilton as Mrs. O’Malley, Kevin Orth as
Mr. Renaldi, Kris Kasotis as John the Stage Manager
and Diana Dailey as Emma.
The creative team for Funny Girl, led by director Scott
Persinger, includes music director Daniel Bradshaw,
Choreographer Matt Meade and Stage Manager April
Short.
Order your tickets today for this local production that is
sure to entertain theatre fans of all ages! The show will
take place in the May Pavilion on Friday, March 20 and
Saturday, March 21 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, March
22 at 2 p.m. General admission tickets are available now
for $15 and may be purchased at the Palace box office,
276 W. Center St. in downtown Marion or by phone at
740/383-2101 during box office hours. Box office hours
are 9:00am-5:00pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and
Friday, and closed Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday.
Tickets are also available online
www.marionpalace.org.
Funny Girl is sponsored by Marion
Community Foundation Mary H.
Hollaway Fund and funded by
the Ohio Arts Council. Media
sponsor WMRN-AM.
Mary H.
Hollaway Fund
March
20, 21, 22
Fri & Sat 7:30pm
Sun 2pm
Order tickets at the Box Office located at 276 W. Center Street, Downtown Marion, Ohio
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9a-5p, by phone 740/383-2101 or anytime online www.marionpalace.org
2|The Marion Palace Theatre
FROM THE
DI RE CTO R’S C HAIR
Executive director, bev ford
Things are looking up..
. .and will soon be coming down! And that’s good news!!!
When we started this whole capital project back in the spring of 2013
with the discovery of failing structural steel, we had no way of knowing
what the road ahead would hold. It’s been quite a journey but you’ve
been right there with us.
In the beginning, we learned there were projects we could benefit
from tackling that totaled in excess of $3.1 million. That was a daunting
number that included a great number of various opportunities to
improve this facility.
After examining the list, the Board of Directors determined it would
be wise to phase the entire project and thus the ReLight the Palace
Marquee campaign was born. This project has now been divided into
two phases: Phase 1 is further deconstruction, removal of the failing
steel, replacement of the steel, and rebuilding with new historic brick
and terra cotta; Phase 2 is the repair and relighting of the upright
Palace sign and the replacement of the canopy marquee. The remaining
needs will be divided into future phases 3 and 4.
The price tag on the first two phases was listed as $1.8 million. While no
small amount, it was a sum we felt we could bring to you, our faithful
friends and supporters. As you know, the State of Ohio, through
the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission, has awarded the project
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$731,000. In addition to that, the Fundraising Committee, with the
assistance of John Keggan, Emeritus Director and honorary chair, has
raised $600,000 through donations from folks like you, loyal friends
of the Palace.
At the time of writing this column, I am thrilled to announce we have
raised enough money to tackle Phase 1 of the project! This includes
ordering the upright sign, new canopy marquee, historic brick and terra
cotta. And if we can get a break from these frigid temperatures, we’ll
soon see the remaining deconstruction and removal of failing steel. Now
who ever thought that would be good news?
I am again using this column to let you know we continue to need your
support with funding this project. To see those signs relit, we still need
$500,000. If you have made a pledge or written a check, thank you!
If you’ve not yet done so, could you? Won’t it be exciting to see those
Palace signs shining during events knowing that you made it happen?
A few final thoughts - I have the distinct privilege of sitting in this
“director’s chair.” I don’t take this position for granted. I realize what
an honor it is to represent the members of the Palace Cultural Arts
Association. I understand the responsibility of operating this historic
venue and planning for the programming we present here. As we turn
the corner and head down the home stretch for the 2014-15 season,
I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for allowing me this
opportunity and for supporting the Palace in so many ways. We can’t
do it without you.
Imagine yourself in a warm cottage...
...on a crisp winter evening. Everyone is sitting at the kitchen table as a glistening blanket
of snow covers the countryside. The fire is crackling, the kettle boils, and mugs of hot tea
are passed around. Someone begins to play a spirited tune on the fiddle, soon joined by
an accordion and guitar. The floor is cleared for a lively dance. Songs are sung, jokes and
stories drift through the air, and you are lost in the moment. This is the serene feeling one
often gets at a LONE RAVEN concert!
With over 20 instruments on stage and a program featuring unique music from around the
world, the Dublin based band Lone Raven enchants audiences with boundless talent and
energy. From peaceful airs to Irish lullabies and invigorating gypsy fiddle tunes, LONE RAVEN
creates lasting memories and fills each listener’s heart with joy. In addition to sharing the
music of their ancestors, they delight audiences with a collection of award-winning, original
compositions that have been featured on radio and television programs across the globe.
Father/daughter duo Craig and Kara Markley are joined by a group of talented musicians,
including the award-winning guitarist Neil Jacobs, fiddler Elizabeth Blickenstaff, accordionist
Mike Dugger and bass player Sid Omasta.
Garnering rave reviews throughout the country, theatre management is thrilled to bring a
LONE RAVEN concert to the Palace Theatre May Pavilion on Friday, March 27 at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are only $15 and seating will be at tables on the main floor and mezzanine levels
creating the ideal place to meet friends for a drink, chat, relax and enjoy the entertainment.
Purchase a group of 8 or more tickets in advance and the Palace will reserve a table for
you.
Make plans now to attend and don’t forget to bring your friends and your dancing shoes!
IN THE MAY PAVILION
Each season, the Palace Theatre‘s School Matinee Series
introduces thousands of school children to the exciting world
of the performing arts. By linking the arts with education,
historical figures, science experiments and favorite book
characters jump to life on the Palace stage and enrich
students’ learning experience. As the end of the school year
nears, the Palace is pleased to offer two more opportunities
to catch a live performance based on popular children’s
literature:
Fr i , M arc h 2 0
T h ur , A p r 2 3
10am & 1pm | Grade 3-6
10am & 1pm | Grade PreK-2
The Lightning Thief
The Teacher from the Black Lagoon
These productions are open to the public and admission is
only $3.50. Full details about each of these performances can
be found online at www.marionpalace.org.
Author Scott L. Hoffman delves into the life and work
of John Eberson and the forgotten stories of the Palace
that include a police gambling raid, the construction
of the theatre and the stars who performed for dazzled
audiences there. A Theatre History of Marion, Ohio includes
176 pages and 85 photographs. The book has 480 citations
to The Marion Star, theatre books and other sources
and interviews. Photographs were
provided by local collectors Randy
and Sandy Wynland, Mike and Linda
Perry, the Marion County Historical
Society, and the Palace archives.
Research assistance was provided
by the Historical Theatre Society of
America in Elmhurst, IL. Book list price
is $21.99 and may be pre-ordered
at the Palace Theatre box office.
Anticipated arrival is on or after
April 13, 2015. All proceeds benefit
the ReLight the Palace Marquee
campaign.
“A musical journey that is, at the same time, an American
creation and a child of the entire globe.” -Caliban Press
We Want YOU!
Concert Like It’s 1973!
THE MCCARTNEY YEARS
Sat, April 11 at 8pm
Tickets
$20-$28
Sponsored
by United
Bank,
Whirlpool
& Wyandot
A Palace Production
NUNSENSE
Apr 17, 18, 19
Tickets $15
Sponsored by
OhioHealth
Adults $15, Children $7
Sponsored by Morral Companies
& Central Ohio Farmers Co-op
FRIday, MAR 27
E x tra , E x tra ! Rea d a l l ab o u t i t!
There’s More Palace Events in
April & May!
A Day at
Disney With
SARA GROTE
Sun, Apr 26
at 3pm
7:30pm | $15
L in k i n g A rts & Ed uca t i on
. . . .U p c o m i n g S c h oo l M a t in ees
M ar k y o u r
ca l e n dar !
to Be a Palace
Volunteer
Since 1976, volunteers have been a part of the theatre and played a
significant role in every event. Without them, the Palace would have
no ushers, ticket takers, concession workers, actors, set constructors,
board members, spot light operators, and the list goes on and on. If you
would like to join our small army of volunteers, we ask you first attend a
mandatory orientation where topics such as dress code, policies and
procedures will be covered. The next orientation will take place on
thursday, mar 19 at 7:00 pm
Please r.s.v.p. in advance (740) 383-2101 | [email protected]
American
Idol Finalist
CASEY
ABRAMS
Sat, May 2
at 8pm
$18-$22, Student/College $12
Sponsored by Whirlpool,
First Citizens Nat’l Bank &
Dr. David Foulk/Marion OB/GYN
Classic Rock/Blues
THE MITCHELL PROJECT
Fri, May 15 at 7:30pm
Tickets $15
Sponsored by Cogburn Electric
all tickets are available for purchase now! Order tickets in person Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9a-5p, by phone 740/383-2101 or anytime online marionpalace.org