Coronado Playhouse Presents AVENUE Q, Now thru 2/28

Coronado Playhouse presents the Tony Award-winning Best Musical Avenue Q from tonight, January 23-February 28, 2015, benefitting San Diego Humane Society and PAWS of Coronado.

Avenue Q is the story of Princeton, a bright-eyed college grad who comes to New York City with big dreams and a small bank account. He soon discovers that the only neighborhood in his price range is Avenue Q whose residents are raunchy, sweet, real,

thoughtful and outrageously entertaining. The Tony Award-winning best musical is based on an original concept by Robert Lopez and Jeff Marx who collaborated on the music, lyrics and book. Audiences will loose themselves in a magical world of people and puppets. Actors work together with their alter ego puppet partners including Brian the out-of-work comedian and his therapist fiancée Christmas Eve; Nicky the good-hearted slacker and his roommate Rod -- a Republican investment banker with a "secret"; an Internet addict Trekkie Monster and the adorable kindergarten teaching assistant, Kate. There's also a special appearance by child star Gary Coleman who plays the building superintendent.

Avenue Q has been labeled a show like Sesame Street for adults. While there are endearing puppets, THIS SHOW IS NOT FOR CHILDREN but for mature audiences only. There are adult themes, strong language and clever lyrics and music. The urban fairytale features a Tony Award-winning score with songs like, "If you Were Gay", "The Internet is for Porn", "There's a Fine, Fine Line", and "My Girlfriend, Who Lives in Canada". The show comes to life with actors manipulating rod controlled and live hand puppets.

During the six-week run of performances we will host our "Puppets and Pets" community drive. Coronado Playhouse, the Community's Theatre, is raising money and awareness for San Diego Humane Society and the local PAWS of Coronado organization. This 2015 season, our community partnerships continue the commitment to help those in need and their pets. Audiences are invited to write a check or contribute canned or bagged pet foods or toys while attending a performance.

Other Avenue Q special events include:

Opening Night Dinner and Show Package, Friday, January 23rd at 6:30 p.m. Don't miss this special buffet dinner and show for only $50 per person. Coronado's Consummate Catering is providing the meal at the Playhouse from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m.

The "If you were Gay, that'd be Okay" OUT Night at Coronado Playhouse for theatre lovers in the LGBT community will be January 29th. Nicky's heartwarming song from the show welcomes everyone with a pre-show mixer beginning at 6:30 p.m. The $25 ticket price includes complimentary beer and wine, cocktail specials and admission to the show.

Ground Hog Double Show Day, Sunday February 1st. You aren't having a Ground Hog Day moment, cast and crew will offer audiences two shows! Buy tickets for the 2 p.m. matinee or join us for an early evening 7 p.m. performance.

The Bad Idea Bears Happy Hour Friday February 6th. Be a little naughty and join us for an evening of specialty drinks and a buffet of appetizers and fun that starts at 6:30 p.m. Regular tickets are $27 with a $10 added price per person for show admission, appetizers and drink specials. Curtain is at 8 p.m.

Valentine's Day Package on Saturday February 14th. The special lover's package for $90 a couple. The price includes two tickets to the show, bottle of champagne and chocolates and a picture after the show with your favorite puppet. Curtain is at 8 p.m.

Puppets and Pets Adoption Day Saturday February 7th 9 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

The San Diego Humane Society mobile adoption van will make its way to Coronado Playhouse with adoptable pets and adoption counselors ready to make matches. Avenue Q cast members will bring their own pets and provide entertainment on stage with their puppet partners! Stay tuned to our website for more details.

The cast includes Edgar Diaz-Gutierrez (Princeton), Jarrod Weintraub (Brian), Catie Marron (Kate Monster), Joel Miller (Nicky), Kyle Best (Rod), Tiffany Loui (Christmas Eve), Taylor Henderson (Gary Coleman), Daryl Daley (Girl Bear), Patrick Mayuyu (Boy Bear), Dianne Gray (Mrs. Thistletwat), Kit Fugrad (Trekkie Monster), Ferril Gardner (Lucy the Slut).

The production team includes: Jennie Gray Connard (director/choreographer), Michael Van Allen (assistant director), Kirk Valles (musical director), Joe Fitzpatrick, Jr. (puppet master) and M.G. Perez (producer). Michael Barahura (lighting design), Rick Anthony (sound design), Barron Henzel (set design) and Tannya Sloter (stage manager).

To learn more ticket prices and discounts, sponsorships or advertising, please contact the box office at 619-435-4856 or go to our website, www.coronadoplayhouse.com.

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