THE PRODUCERS & More Set For Fort Wayne Civic Theatre's 2009-10 Season

The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre announces its new 2009-2010 Season:

THE PRODUCERS

*SATURDAY JULY 25 - SUNDAY AUGUST 9, 2009 (R)

DIRECTOR: HARVEY COCKS

First a classic cult comedy film, now a big Broadway musical! With a truly hysterical book co-written by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan (Annie) and music and lyrics by Mr. Brooks, The Producers skewers Broadway traditions and takes no prisoners as it proudly proclaims itself an "equal opportunity offender!" (R) *Note: Saturday opening night. Arts United Center

THE PIANO LESSON

*SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12 - SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20, 2009

DIRECTOR: John TollEY

August Wilson won his second Pulitzer Prize for this haunting drama set in 1936. A brother and sister have conflicted opinions over selling the antique piano embellished with carvings detailing the family's rise from slavery. (PG13) *Note: Saturday opening night. Arts United Center

QUILT A MUSICAL CELEBRATION

FRIDAY OCTOBER 2 - SUNDAY OCTOBER 18, 2009

DIRECTOR: BECKY NICCUM

Few who have seen the NAMES Project AIDS Memorial Quilt can ever forget the experience or the powerful emotions evoked by this patchwork of panels. This is a unique and affecting musical work dealing with a timely, contemporary subject. Produced in cooperation with the area Aids Task Force's 25th Anniversary. (PG) CIVIC OFF-MAIN at the Allen County Public Library

FIDDLER ON THE ROOF

*SATURDAY NOVEMBER 7 - SUNDAY NOVEMBER 22, 2009

DIRECTOR: PHILLIP H. COLGLAZIER

Tradition! Rich in historical and ethnic detail, Fiddler On The Roof has touched audiences around the world with its humor, warmth and honesty. Its universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness. (G) *Note: Saturday opening night. Arts United Center

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT

FRIDAY MARCH 5 - SUNDAY MARCH 21, 2010

DIRECTOR: DOUG KING

The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable. Set to an engaging cornucopia of musical styles, from country-western and calypso to bubble-gum pop and rock ‘n' roll, this Old Testament tale emerges both timely and timeless!

(G) Arts United Center

THE ROAD TO MECCA

FRIDAY APRIL 2 - SUNDAY APRIL 18, 2010

DIRECTOR: PHILLIP H. COLGLAZIER

This fascinating drama focuses on Miss Helen, an aging artist who lives alone in South Africa where she creates odd concrete sculptures which she calls her "Mecca". A penetrating study of the role of the artist in any society, this important play was the winner of the New York Drama Critics Circle award for Best Foreign Play. CIVIC OFF-MAIN at the Allen County Public Library (PG)

WORKING

FRIDAY MAY 7 - SUNDAY MAY 16, 2010

DIRECTOR: RANAE BUTLER

The hopes, dreams, joys and concerns of the average working American are the focus of this unique, extraordinary musical. Based on Studs Terkel's best-selling book of interviews with American workers, Working paints a vivid portrait of the men and women the world so often takes for granted. (PG) Arts United Center

NORTHEAST INDIANA PLAYWRIGHT

CONTEST PERFORMANCE

FRIDAY JUNE 4 - SUNDAY JUNE 13, 2010

The Civic Theatre has established a playwright contest for emerging and professional playwrights! The winning play will be presented as part of the 09-10 season. The Civic Theatre continues to foster the creative potential that is within us as actors, dancers, singers and now as playwrights. (Rating t.b.d.) CIVIC OFF-MAIN at the Allen County Public Library

Click here to play the new season television PSA by Punch Films:

http://www.punchfilms.com/demo/punchplayer/civic.htm

FLEX PASSES AVAILABLE FOR ALL AGES.

FOR TICKETS CALL THE CIVIC THEATRE BOX OFFICE: 260 422.8641

 

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