DalekoArts Opens Inaugural Season with THE ODD COUPLE thru 6/16
By: BWW News Desk Jun. 12, 2013
New Prague's professional theatre company opened the first production of its inaugural season on May 31st, 2013 - New Prague is home to a professional theatre company. DalekoArts, the young company headed up by New Prague native Ben Thietje and his wife Amanda White, opened its inaugural season with Neil Simon's The Odd Couple last Friday, June 7th at 7:30pm at the New Prague Middle School.
"I can't tell you how excited the cast and crew is for this," said Thietje. "Working outside of the Twin Cities isn't somethingthey get to do all that often, so this is definitely an awesome experience. They're really looking forward to getting to know anew audience."
The show is anchored by Minnesota stage veteran E.J. Subkoviak, who's appeared in theatres all over the Twin Cities includingthe Children's Theatre Company, Park Square Theatre, and The Jungle Theater. Subkoviak's "Oscar Madison" will play oppositeThietje's "Felix Ungar." The two have appeared on stage together several times in the past, and have been friends sincecollege.
"We work together very well," explained Thietje. "It's a joy to be able to work with someone you've known since you were akid. It makes the whole thing that much more enjoyable."
The show is being directed by DalekoArts co-Artistic Director, Amanda White, who recently finished her first year as the newManaging Director at Mixed Blood Theatre in Minneapolis.
"This production is perfect chemistry," said White. "It's a team of great comedic artists performing for a savvy and funaudience.
The Odd Couple is a classic, and I like to think we've given it some fresh air. It will be a total delight to present itto the community-and it's a great way to launch what we hope will be years of theatre-making history in New Prague."DalekoArts' first season is sponsored by Prairie Pond Winery. The first fifty patrons to order tickets to opening nights throughout the season will also receive an invitation to a post-show Opening Night Party hosted by Prairie Pond.
"It's a fun way to thank our patrons, mingle a bit, and just celebrate the opening of a new show," said Thietje. "We feel verylucky to have a partner like Prairie Pond for this first season. It's a perfect place to grab a glass of wine with some friendsbefore a show."
Both Season Memberships and individual tickets are on sale now, and can be purchased by calling 952-314-9077 or visiting DalekoArts.com.
THE ODD COUPLE, written by Neil Simon, features: Christine Karki, Tom Karki, Patrick Kozicky, Ryan Nelson, Erin Sheppard, E.J. Subkoviak, Brent Teclaw, and Ben Thietje. Designed by Darren Hensel (sets), Matt McNabb (lighting), Stacey Palmer (costumes), Abbee Warmboe (props); Stage Managed by Mark Tietz; Directed by Amanda White.
Performances play New Prague Middle School, 721 Central Ave N, New Prague, MN, for SIX PERFORMANCES ONLY: June 7-16, 2013:
Friday, June 7 @ 7:30 PM - post-show party at Prairie Pond for first 50 patrons
Saturday, June 8 @ 7:30 PM
Sunday, June 9 @ 2:00 PM
Friday, June 14 @ 7:30 PM
Saturday, June 15 @ 7:30 PM
Sunday, June 16 @ 2:00 PM
Tickets are $12 - $15 (subject to change). Discounts: - 10% off Season Subscription- 15% off groups of 10 or more. For tickets and information, call 952-314-9077 or visit DalekoArts.com.
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