Reader's Theatre for May - "Animal Farm"
The Marshalltown Community Theatre presents May's selection for our Reader's Theatre "Animal Farm". Directed by Karen Lischer, and adapted by Nelson Bond from the book written by George Orwell, this tale is one where the animals truly take over the farm! Mixing both humor and drama, this One-Night-Only event will be presented on Friday, May 4th at 7:30 PM. Admission is free and a free-will offering will be taken at the door.
Just Closed - "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown"
Marshalltown Community Theatre brings a classic comic strip to life with the musical, "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown". Directed by Karen Roessler, this Clark Gesner musical shows a typical day in the life of the Peanuts gang and all of their insecurities, doubts, happiness, love and bright-eyed optimism that comes from childhood that everyone can relate to. Featuring the talents of Stacy Heil as Charlie Brown, Kimberly Sittig as Lucy, David Michael as Linus, Susan Harris-Campbell as Sally, Bruce "Bubba" Campbell as Schroeder, and Alicia Dembs as Snoopy. Also featuring a live musical combo with Musical Direction by Kay Beach and Technical Direction by Frank Roessler, this show is a must see event! Opening night will be Friday, April 13th at 7:30 PM with continuing performances on April 14th at 7:30 PM, April 15th at 2:00 PM, April 20th at 7:30 PM and April 21st at 7:30 PM.
As always, tickets may be purchased at the Box Office the night of the show 1 hour before showtime, or from Monday-Thursday from 12-2:00 PM and Friday-Saturday from 12-4:00 PM. This is an all ages show that will bring a smile to your face, and maybe even have you humming a catchy tune or two!
We hope to see you there!
April's Reader's Theatre - "Steel Magnolias"
Our regular monthly presentation of Reader's Theater continues on Friday, April 6th at 7:30 PM with "Steel Magnolias" by Robert Harling. This One Night Only Event is a story about the trials, tribulations, joys and sorrows a group of friends endure living in a small Louisiana parish. A truly must-see show, and as always with our Reader's Theater, admission is free with a free-will offering taken at the door. See you at the show!
Reader's Theater - One Night Only
Friday, March 9th at 7:30 PM, we will be presenting two short plays. "Sorry, Wrong Number" and "The Hitchhiker" by Lucille Fletcher. Admission is free with a free-will offering accepted at the door.
Just Closed
A little bit of Hitchcock, and a whole lot of fun. "The 39 Steps" Directed by Rick Gooding. This fast paced show will keep you guessing in this whodunit spy story with a cast of hundreds, but played by only 4 actors.
February 24th - 26th and March 2nd - 3rd
"Love Letters" - A One Night Only Event!
On Friday, February 3rd at 7:30 PM, we will be presenting a special one night only Reader's Theater, "Love Letters." Written by A. R. Gurney and Directed by Becky Mounsdon, "Love Letters" is the story of two people who share their experiences and commonalities through notes, letters and cards that are read side by side on a picnic table. Starring Kevin and Janel Langeschulte, this one night only event is Free to the Public with Free-will offerings accepted at the door.
Come join us for another wonderful night of Reader's Theater!
We hope to see you there!
Cast for "39 Steps" Announced
Rick Gooding has cast a veteran group of actors for the production of "The 39 Steps." Playing the role of Richard Hannay is Tom LaVille. Playing the multiple roles of Annabella Schmidt, Pamela and Margaret is Arlene McAtee. Playing Clown 1 and Clown 2 are Pete Grady and Jeff Harris.
Just Closed
AN EVENING OF IMPROV (Instant Comedy - Just Add Spam)
Directed by Tom LaVille
WORKSHOP - December 26 - 29, 2012, at 6:30 p.m.
PERFORMANCES - December 30, 31, 2012, at 7:30 p.m.
2011 - 2012 Season
The first production this season is the poignant drama of the young Jewish girl who left her mark on the world by simply writing in her diary. David Giese directs the Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett adaptation of that Dutch girl's writing, THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK, and will present it to our patrons on December 2 - 10, 2011.
Of course we will close the year out with our ever popular, annual year-end treat, AN EVENING OF IMPROV (Instant Comedy - Just Add Spam), including the four evenings of workshops for all you budding Robin Williams and Whoopi Goldbergs to hone your improvisation skills and learn to think on your feet, with experienced direction from Tom LaVille. This is always great fun, whether you're on our stage looking out at the audience, or in the audience, looking (and laughing) at what's happening on the stage. The workshops will be conducted on December 26 - 29 and the public performances are scheduled for December 30 and 31, 2011.
Our first show of 2012 is a comedy often referred to as Hitchcock meets hilarious. You simply mix an Alfred Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python, and you have the fast-paced whodunit titled THE 39 STEPS adapted by Patrick Barlow. Director Rick Gooding will present this show February 24 through March 3, 2012.
Karen Roessler will direct a day in the life of all your favorite Peanuts characters with the Clark Gesner musical comedy YOU'RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN. Make plans to experience this show, running April 13 - 21, 2012.
For the final show of our regular season, we will be bringing you GALA IDOL. Co-Directed by Chad Weir and Lisa Naig Hodges. A group of 10 contestants singing to see which will be named our Gala Idol, with the audience being the judge! Guaranteed to be a different show each night, where any one of our contestants could be crowned our Gala Idol! Whether you're in our audience, or on our stage, this is fun for the whole family. The play dates for this locally created extravaganza are scheduled for June 7 - 10, 2012.
And coming this summer, we will be presenting the musical "Godspell" directed by Tom Laville! Auditions are May 21st and 22nd at 6:30PM. Production dates are July 20th - 28th.
We invite you to come and experience live theatre at its finest, whether on our stage, behind the scenes, or in our audiences. Live theatre is a great way to meet new people, have lots of fun, and express yourself creatively. See you at the theatre!