The Firehouse Theatre Project announces the final show of its 2010-11 season, Bruce Graham's Something Intangible, running March 24 - April 16, 2011.
The Firehouse production is directed by Bill Patton and stars Frank Creasy, Lauren Leinhass-Cook, Billy Christopher Maupin, Adrian Reider and Jay Welch.
SYNOPSIS:
Set in 1940s Hollywood, Bruce Graham's Something Intangible tells the story of two brothers - one a creative but difficult genius, the other business-minded and troubled. The award-winning script is loosely based on the story of Walt Disney as he fought to escape Mickey Mouse's success while creating Fantasia. Something Intangible is an engaging, comedic, and touching story of family dynamics and the creation of art - both in life and in business.
ACCOLADES & HISTORY
Something Intangible had a critically acclaimed world premiere, April 2009, at the Arden Theatre in Philadelphia, Penn. The production received seven Barrymore Awards (including Outstanding New Play). In 2008, Something Intangible was also the recipient of a coveted Edgerton Foundation New American Play Award. Previously, Circle Theatre produced four other plays by Bruce Graham, including: Desperate Affection, Moon Over the Brewery, According to Goldman, and Dex and Julie Sittin' in a Tree.
Billy Christopher Maupin, who plays the role of Dale, was recently selected as one of STYLE Weekly's 2010 Top 40 Under 40, and is the director of the Firehouse's current hit production, Dog Sees God: Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead by Bert V. Royal. Firehouse favorite Bill Patton has directed over a dozen plays since FTP's founding in 1993, including its very first production, Speed-the-Plow by David Mamet. Patton also performed in the Firehouse production of Sam Shepard's The Late Henry Moss, which received the RTCC award for Best Play of 2008.
FIREHOUSE EVENTS
Opening Night: Thursday, March 24, will include a free catered reception immediately following the performance.
Talk-Back Discussion with the cast and crew will be held Friday, March 25 immediately following the performance.
Firehouse Martini Bar: Dates TBA. Sponsored by Skyy Vodka and Wild Turkey Bourbon, have a cocktail or two and enjoy the show! Your first drink is included in the price of admission! (21+)
WHERE
Firehouse Theatre Project
1609 W. Broad Street
Richmond, Va. 23220
804-355-2001
www.firehousetheatre.org
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WHEN
March 24 - April 10, 2011
8 p.m. shows on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays
4 p.m. Sunday pay-what-you-will shows (March 3 & March 10)
Thursday, March 24, 2011 - Opening night featuring a catered reception following the performance
TICKETS
Tickets are $26 for adults, $23 for seniors 65 and older, & $12 for students/RAPT members with ID. Purchases may be made by calling the Firehouse box office at 804-355-2001 or online at www.firehousetheatre.org. To discuss group rates, please contact Margie Gilbert by email: margie@firehousetheatre.org
CAST AND CREW
Bill Patton, Director
Frank Creasy, Bartelli & Meyehoff
Lauren Leinhass-Cook, Sonia
Billy Christopher Maupin, Dale
Adrian Reider, Tony
Jay Welch, Leo
Alex Anthony, Properties Mistress
Christin Boone, Stage Manager
Geno Brantley, Lighting Designer
Becky Cairns, Costume Designer
Julia Coppinger, Assistant Lighting Designer
Shannon Marie, Assistant Stage Manager
Steve Organ, Sound Design
Eddie Slipek, Scenic Designer
Tad Burrell, Technical Director
Amy Wight Kube, Producer
Carol Piersol, Artistic Director
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