Broadway Theatre League of Huntsville Presents Their 2009/2010 50th Aniversary Season
By: Joseph Harrison Jul. 30, 2009
50 years, and it's been an amazing journey! From the early days in Huntsville High School, Broadway Theatre League was brought to life by the Business & Professional Women's Club. In the beginning, it was a complete volunteer effort that delivered professional touring theatre with noted Hollywood veterans such as Joan Bennett, Dorothy Lamour, John Carradine, Imogene Coca, and John Raitt crossing the boards. Led by Louise Rodgers for more than 30 years, Broadway Theatre League became a cultural institution. Show titles of the early days included The Miracle Worker, Oliver, Camelot, Barefoot in the Park, and Fiddler on the Roof.
The loyalty of patrons carried BTL through the years and, in 1975, into a brand new home at the Von Braun Center Concert Hall. The scale of the shows blossomed in the Concert Hall to include My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music, Show Boat, 42nd Street, and Big River.
The 1990s brought change and the reinvention of BTL. During this decade, BTL said thank you to Louise Rodgers, established a new performance schedule with weekend performances, and ushered in the mega-musical with Les Miserables. Over the past 15 years, a newly energized BTL has emerged, with a firmly solidified place in the community.
A common theme can be seen throughout BTL's half-century history - and that is variety. All types of Broadway shows have been presented, from blockbuster musicals to obscure little plays and special once-in-a lifetime events. And through it all, our patrons have always been there for each and every show, and we could not have done it without our sponsors and wonderful volunteers.
What's Coming?
Broadway Season:
Mamma Mia! - November 20 - 22, 2009
Sponsored by: Chandler May, Huntsville Laser Center and Knology.
Fri. & Sat. 8 pm, Sat. & Sun. 2 pm, Sun. 7:30 pm
The Drowsy Chaperone - January 8 - 10, 2010
Sponsored by: Networx of Huntsville
Fri. & Sat. 8 pm, Sat. & Sun. 2 pm, Sun. 7:30 pm
A Chorus Line - February 12 - 14, 2010
Sponsored by: Stephens, Millirons, Harrison & Gammons, P.C. and Star 99.1
Fri. & Sat. 8 pm, Sat. & Sun. 2 pm, Sun. 7:30 pm
The Wizard of Oz - March 5 - 7, 2010
Sponsored by: Regions, Morgan Keegan, Lite 96.9 and WAAY 31
Fri. & Sat. 8 pm, Sat. & Sun. 2 pm, Sun. 7:30 pm
The Color Purple - April 30 - May 2, 2010
Sponsored by: TVA
Fri. & Sat. 8 pm, Sat. & Sun. 2 pm, Sun. 7:30 pm
Broadway Bash:
Broadway Bash starring An Evening with Patti LuPone & Mandy Patinkin -January 30, 2010
Sponsored by: Lanier Ford Shaver & Payne, P.C.
7 pm, party to follow in South Hall
Family Fun:
Circo Comedia - March 9
Sponsored by: Pratt & Whitney
9:30 am, noon, & 6:30 pm
Star Spotlight:
Wynton Marsalis & the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra - March 25, 2010
7 pm
What's the Cost?
Broadway Series Season Tickets:
Mamma Mia!, The Drowsy Chaperone, A Chorus Line, The Wizard of Oz and The Color Purple
$125 - $275
Broadway Bash:
An Evening with Patti LuPone & Mandy Patinkin
$95 - $125 (ticket price includes post-show party in South Hall)
Family Fun:
Circo Comedia
$5 - $15
Star Spotlight:
Wynton Marsalis & the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
$39 - $49
How to Purchase tickets?
Season ticket memberships and Pick 3 are on sale now. BTL season ticket members get the best seats and benefits including: discounted tickets, priority purchasing for season specials, exchange privileges and lost ticket insurance. First introduced last season, Pick 3 allows patrons to create their own series. Simply, Pick at least 3 different shows, pick the performance and pick the seating area. All season ticket members are seated before Pick 3 patrons.
To order tickets call Broadway Theatre League at (256) 518-6155 or stop by the BTL Office, at the corner of Monroe and Clinton Streets in the Von Braun Center, Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm. For additional BTL information visit www.broadwaytheatreleague.org. Individual tickets will go on sale October 10.
Founded in 1959, Broadway Theatre League is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization. The purpose of the Broadway Theatre League of Huntsville is to provide professional live theatre for citizens of the Tennessee Valley area, to complete a well-rounded educational and cultural program, and to provide students of the Tennessee Valley area a special opportunity to develop an appreciation of, and love for, live theatre through these educational experiences. Located in the Von Braun Center at 700 Monroe Street, Suite 410, Huntsville, AL 35801, Broadway Theatre League is online at www.BroadwayTheatreLeague.org.
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