The Teller - Amil Tellers of Dramatics

The Teller
January & February 2015
Encore Theatre
P.O Box 5276
991 North Shore Drive
Lima, OH 45802-5276
(419) 223-8866
www.amiltellers.org
Editor: Gene Craft
The Teller is the newsletter of the Amil Tellers of Dramatics, Inc. published bimonthly
Encore Theatre is owned & operated by the Amil Tellers of Dramatics, Inc., a non-profit corporation. Corporation members pay annual dues of
$12. Contact Joan Hageman or the office for information on becoming a member.
Amil Tellers of Dramatics, Inc.
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Asst. Treasurer
Corporate Secretary
Membership Secretary
Show Title
Karen Finn
Chris Butturff
Diane Finn
Jodie Brincefield
Ashley Shank
Joann Hageman
Trustees:
Christopher Butturff, Gene Craft, George Dunster,
Missy Keller, Julie Kerr, Cheryl Mulholland
Theatre Office Asst. Mark Trinko
2014-2015 Encore Theatre Season
Dates
Happy Days
The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood (MYT)
Raisin In The Sun
Peter Pan Jr. (MYT)
And Then There Were None
January 9,-11, 16,-18
February 13,-15
March 13,-15, 20,-22
April 10,-12
May 8,-10, 15,-17
Directors
Missy Keller
Karen Finn
Ron Hesseling
Sheri Welker
George Dunster
Producers
George Dunster
Cheryl Mulholland
Julie Kerr
Dawn Holbrook
Co: Julie Kerr &
Missy Keller
Coming
January 9-11, 16-18,
2015
book by Garry Marshall
music and lyrics by
Paul Williams
Shown here rehearsing their parts are, from left to right, Joe Jones as Bully/Leopard Jones, Brian Emerick as
Leopard MacGates, Gary Martin as Howard Cunningham and Joe Maurer as Arnold Delvecchio.
They are all members of the Leopard Lodge and take on the task of saving Arnold’s by devising a “really big”
event that will bring in the community for support. They decide to try to stage a match between the Fonz and the
notorious Malachi Brothers. This eventually develops into song and the introduction of the very mean Malachi
Brothers.
Return to the days of 1959 Milwaukee complete with varsity sweaters, hula hoops and jukebox sock-hoppin' fun! Happy
days are here again with Richie, Potsie, Ralph Malph and the unforgettable "king of cool" Arthur "The Fonz" Fonzarelli
along with the Cunninghams -- yes, Howard, Marion and Joanie are here too. The famed drive-in malt shop and number one
hangout, Arnold's, is in danger of demolition. So the gang teams up to save it with a dance contest and a TV-worthy wrestling match.
February 13-15, 2015
The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood
(comedy)
by Mary Lynn Dobson
It sure is hard to be humble when you're a
swashbuckling, egocentric super-hero. But
our gallant guy-in-green tries his best as he
swaggers through The Somewhat True Tale
of Robin Hood, a frantically funny, Monty
Pythonesque retelling of the classic.
This show is directed by Karen Finn. Most
of the characters will be middle school age
and up. Auditions are December 29 and 30
at 4:00 PM.
HOLIDAY RAFFLE
Thanks to all those who donated
items for the Christmas Raffle and
also to those who supported it by bidding on items. All items were on display in the lobby during the production of Miracle On 34 th Street. This
is a good time of year to purchase holiday gifts.
Director Missy Keller has released the cast listing
for Happy Days.
Arthur ‘The Fonz’ Fonzarelli
Richie Cunningham
Pinky Tuscagero
Howard Cunningham
Marion Cunningham
Joanie Cunningham
Charles ‘Chachi’ Arcola
Ralph Malph
Warren ‘Potsie’ Webber
Bully/Leopard Mannymon
Myron ‘Count’ Malachi
Elvis
Leopard Mac Gates
Jumpy Malachi/James Dean
Arnold Delvecchio
Lori Beth/Calendar Girl
Pinkette Lola/Car Hop Girl
Calendar Girl/Ensemble
Pinkette Tina/Car Hop
Calendar Girl/Car Hop/Ensemble
Calendar Girl/Car Hop/Ensemble
Calendar Girl/Car Hop/Ensemble
Nerd Girl/Car Hop/Ensemble
Josh Adcock
Keegan Jones
Amber Rose
Gary Martin
Morgan Bode
Madison Downing
Chase Little-Battle
Austin Campbell
J’Dan Risner
Joe Jones
Joe Jones
Joe Jones
Brian Emerick
Brian Emerick
Joe Maurer
Ashley Beining
Mary Brincefield
Mary Brincefield
Sara Rex
Sara Rex
Dria Weaver
Kari Gall
Ashley Shank
The raffle raised about $1700.00
and will benefit both our continued
operations and our capital campaign.
CHIEF’S RECEIPTS
Please save your Chief’s receipts that are
marked “Community Cash”. Turn them in
to the office. Please bring the actual receipt and place it in a box that will we set
in the lobby. These receipts can be turned
into Chief’s for cash for the theater.
Also Chief Grocers is offering community
refunds on Spartan Nash products.
DECEMBER FUND RAISER
The fundraiser for Encore was postponed to a
date to be announced, due to overwhelming
holiday schedule conflicts. Thanks for everyone's input and willingness to participate. I
am excited to stay involved if Karen, Missy
and folks so desire. Please contact Missy,
Karen or myself with input or ideas and I hope
to talk with you again after the holidays.
~Timothy Cheeseman
SHOW SELECTIONS FOR THE 2015-2016 SEASON
(BASED ON AVAILABILITY)
Shrek the Musical
Inherit the Wind
Winnie the Pooh KIDS (myt)
A Christmas Story
Dreamgirls
Pirates! & 10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse (myt)
Ravenscroft
Law & Order: Fairy Tale Unit (myt)
Making God Laugh
July 17-19 & 24-26
September 18-20 & 25-27
October 23-25
November 27-29 & December 4-6
January 15-17 & 22-24
February 12-14
March 11-13 & 18-20
April 8-10
May 13-15 & 20-22
April 10-12, 2015
Disney's Peter Pan JR (musical)
Music and lyrics by Sammy Cahn and Sammy Fain and Michael Tumes and Xavier
Atencio and George Bruns and Jack Lawrence and Frank Churchill and Winston Hibler
and Ted Sears and Oliver Wallace and Ray Kelley, music adapted and arranged and additional lyrics by Eric Svejcar, book and additional lyrics by David Zellnik. Based on
the play by J.M. Barrie and the 1953 Disney film.
When her father announces that Wendy Darling must move out of the nursery, Peter
Pan comes to visit the children and whisks them away to Never Land. Their adventure introduces them
to the Lost Boys, Mermaids, Indians and even the infamous pirate, Captain Hook!
HAPPY DAYS PRESENTS THE PINKETTES
Pictured here are, from left to right, Sara Rex as Tina, Amber
Rose as Pinky Tuscadero and Dria Weaver as Cassie.
During Scene 4 of Happy Days, Pinky and The Pinkettes
show up at Arnolds to promote Pinky and her Motorcycle
Tour.
Set in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Happy Days revolves around
teenager Richie Cunningham and his family: his father,
Howard, who owns a hardware store; traditional homemaker
and mother, Marion; younger sister Joanie; and high school
dropout, biker and suave ladies' man Arthur “The Fonz"
Fonzarelli, who would eventually become the Cunninghams'
upstairs tenant. The earlier episodes revolve around Richie
and his friends, Potsie Weber and Ralph Malph.
Adult Season Auditions
Raisin In The Sun, Directed by, Ron Hesseling
Auditions, January 11 & 12, 7:00 PM
Audition dates for MYT: Peter Pan, Jr., Directed by
Sheri Welker
Audition Dates:
Sunday, February 22, 2015 - 2 pm
Monday, February 23, 2015 - 6.30 pm
Production Dates: April 10-12, 2015
2014-2015 ENCORE
COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Awards
By-Laws/Policy
Costumes
Front of House
Green Room
IT Chair
Newsletter
OCTA/Play Selection
Properties
Publicity
Scene Shop
Lighting
Social Committee
Sound
Dan Stanowick
Karen Finn/Dan Stanowick
Cheryl Mulholland/Sheri
Welker
Lynda Jay
Jodi Brincefield
Jeremy Welker
Gene Craft
Karen Finn
Joann Hageman
George Dunster/Chad McNeal
Karen Finn/Missy Keller
Julie Kerr
Mary Smith
Jeff Kerr
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
January 2015
08 — 8:00 PM
09 — 8:00 PM
10 — 8:00 PM
11 — 2:00 PM
11 — 7:00 PM
12 — 7:00 PM
16 — 8:00 PM
17 — 8:00 PM
18 — 2:00 PM
20 — 7:30 PM
Happy Days, Final Dress Rehearsal
Happy Days, Production
Happy Days, Production
Happy Days, Production
Auditions, Raisin In The Sun
Auditions, Raisin In The Sun
Happy Days, Production
Happy Days, Production
Happy Days, Production, Set Strike
Trustee Meeting
February 2015
04 — 8:00 PM
12 — 7:30 PM
13 — 7:30 PM
14 — 7:30 PM
15 — 2:00 PM
17 — 7:30 PM
22 — 2:00 PM
23 — 6:30 PM
Corporation Meeting
Robin Hood, Final Dress Rehearsal
Robin Hood, Production
Robin Hood, Production
Robin Hood, Production, Set Strike
Trustee Meeting
Auditions, Peter Pan, Jr.
Auditions, Peter Pan, Jr.
March 2015
12 — 8:00 PM
13 — 8:00 PM
14 — 8:00 PM
15 — 2:00 PM
17 — 7:30 PM
20 — 8:00 PM
21 — 8:00 PM
22 — 2:00 PM
Raisin In The Sun, Final Dress Rehearsal
Raisin In The Sun, Production
Raisin In The Sun, Production
Raisin In The Sun, Production
Trustee Meeting
Raisin In The Sun, Production
Raisin In The Sun, Production
Raisin In The Sun, Production, Set Strike
Box Office Hours
The box office is open Monday3pm - 7pm, Wed & Thursday 1:30-5:30pm.
Ticket orders can be left on the answering machine or can be ordered (for a fee)
on our web site @ www.amiltellers.org To e-mail Mark directly in the box office,
use [email protected].
One week prior to all shows:
Monday 3:00 to 7:00 PM
Tuesday—Friday 1:30 to 5:30 PM
Also open one hour prior to show time.
Information for the next issue of The Teller should be submitted by February 25, 2014 to the Editor, Gene
Craft by email at [email protected]
Capital Improvement Fund Drive:
Our members, patrons and community supporters have been very generous helping to support the Capital Improvement Fund
Drive. We now have over $19,900 saved toward our goal. The immediate plans require
$50,000 to replace the boiler. Future plans are designed to update the sound system at
about $20,000 and the lighting system at about $20,000. The lift that we use on the stage
to build the set and position lighting had major repair. The batteries needed to be replaced
and the hydraulic lines were leaking and needed to be replaced at a cost of over $1500.00.
We also have installed security cameras throughout the building. Missy continues installation of a camera and monitors for back stage crews.
FLEX PASS SHOW TICKETS
AGAIN THIS YEAR, FOR THE 2014 AND 2015 SEASON, “FLEX PASS”.
6 TICKETS…………………………..$84.00
5 TICKETS…………………………..$70.00
4 TICKETS………………………..…$56.00
3 TICKETS…………………………..$42.00
TICKETS MAY BE USED ALL AT ONE SHOW OR SPREAD OUT OVER
THE SEASON IN ANY COMBINATION.
REGULAR SEASON TICKET PRICES:
ADULT, FULL SEASON……………$78.00
SENIOR, FULL SEASON……………$63.00
2014-2015 SEASON
SEASON TICKET PRICES
SEASON TICKETS (Plus $2 processing fee for each season ticket)
ADULT
$78.00 FULL SEASON
SENIOR (62 and above)
$63.00 FULL SEASON
FLEX PASS
6 TICKETS
5 TICKETS
4 TICKETS
3 TICKETS
$84.00
$70.00
$56.00
$42.00
BREAKDOWN OF PRICING
ADULT FULL PRICE:
MUSICAL $17.00
SENIOR FULL PRICE
MUSICAL $14.00
NON-MUSICAL $15.00
NON-MUSICAL $12.00
McDONALDS YOUTH THEATER $10.00, AGES 10 AND UNDER $5.00
All sales are final. No refunds or credits. Payment is required at time of order.
Amil Tellers of Dramatics, Inc.
Encore Theatre
www.amiltellers.org
P.O. Box 5276
991 North Shore Drive
Lima OH 45801
AROUND THE AREA
Van Wert Civic Theatre
(419) 238-9689
www.vwct.org,
Rex’s Exes, Directed by Steve Lane, January 22—February 1, 2015
Early One Evening at the Bar & Grill,
March 12-22, 2015
Clue, the musical, May 7—17, 2015
Ohio Northern University Freed Center
(419)– 772-2500
www.freedcenter.com,
Raisin’ Cane, January 16, 2015
Dennis Regan, February 14, 2015
International Play Festival, February 19-22,
2015
ONU Symphony Orchestra February 22, 2015
Wapakoneta Theatre Guild: (419) 738-2248,
Postmortem, Production April 10, 11, 12, 17,
18, 19, 2015, Directed by Chris Butturff
Niswonger Performing Arts Center
419-238-6722 www.npacvw.org
Paul Nicker: Polar Obsessions, Janaury
25, 2015
Anything Goes, February 15, 2015
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, February 21,
2015
Newsboys, March 14, 2015
Veterans Memorial Civic Center
Lima, Ohio,
http://www.limaciviccenter.com/#!
events/cfvg
Blue Man Group, January 15, 2015
Dailey & Vincent, February 7, 2015
The Price Is Right, February 26, 2015
Ft. Findlay Playhouse
300 West Sandusky Street
(419) 423-7168
www.fortfindlayplayhouse.org,
Leaving Iowa, January 9-12,
2015
Moonlight & Magnolias, February 27—March 2, March 68, 2015
The Music Man, May 1-4, 1518, 2015
University of Findlay (419) -434-5335
http://www.findlay.edu/campuslife/Performing-Arts
Jan. 25, Donnell Musical Theatre Guest
Feb. 8, Winter Pops Band Concert
Feb. 18-22, Musical Production, Xanadu
Mar. 22, Jazz Ensemble Concert
Apr. 12, Spring Choir Concert
Apr. 15-19, Theatre Production The Children’s Hour