Broadway Under The Stars Presents SHALL WE DANCE? 8/3- 8/19

And a 5-6-7-8! The award-winning Transcendence Theatre Company, lauded by audiences and critics for its high caliber series of Broadway inspired productions, presents "Shall We Dance," the third of its 2018 "Broadway Under the Stars" summer series of main stage musical productions. Starring Broadway and national touring professionals, "Shall We Dance" is presented with weekend performances from Aug. 3 to Aug. 19 at the unique, open-air venue of the historic winery in Jack London State Historic Park, 2400 London Ranch Road, Glen Ellen, in Sonoma County, CA.

Directed by Leslie McDonel (associate director of Transcendence Theatre Company's critically acclaimed 2018 production of "The Ladies of Broadway") the musical production of "Shall We Dance" features an exhilarating showcase of movement and rhythm, paired with show-stopping vocals. Intimacy, romance and humor will be some of the themes expressed through the variety of dance styles including jazz, lyrical, tap and social dances including waltz, tango and swing - set to a musical program featuring popular music, Broadway and classics from the American songbook.

"Shall We Dance" features choreography by Marc Kimelman, an award-winning choreographer who has worked in every industry from Broadway and music to fashion and television. The production also features musical direction by American jazz saxophonist, producer and composer, Daniel Emerson Weidlein.

The vision, tone and theme of each "Broadway Under the Stars" musical production are led in development by Transcendence Theatre Company Artistic Director, Amy Miller and Creative Director, Tony Gonzalez.

The "Broadway Under the Stars" experience includes pre-show picnicking at 5 p.m. in the park's sprawling vineyard and meadow. Audiences are invited to enjoy musical entertainment before the main performance with homemade picnics or gourmet picnics purchased at nearby stores. At the venue there are pre-show picnic options include a variety of food from local gourmet food trucks and vendors and fine wine representing eight Sonoma County wineries at each performance.

Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. with live orchestration, music and dance performed under a star filled sky in the Valley of the Moon. Each performance in this annual summer series becomes a magical, memorable night of entertainment. General tickets are $45 to $50. Select tickets are $65 to $75; Premium tickets are $85 to $99. VIP tickets $139 to $150. Group tickets also available. Five dollars from every ticket sold is contributed for the support and maintenance of Jack London State Historic Park.

VIP ticket holders receive access to the exclusive "VIP Bubble Lounge" during the pre-show picnic; reserved VIP seating with a complimentary seat cushion; VIP parking; and two complimentary glasses of wine with a commemorative Transcendence Theatre GoVino Glass. Premium ticket holders receive reserved seating; a complimentary seat cushion; and guaranteed parking at Jack London State Historic Park. Select and general admission ticket holders receive reserved seating. The house opens for seating 30 minutes before showtime. Parking is free.

Transcendence Theatre Company thanks and acknowledges
its sponsors for 2018 "Broadway Under the Stars - Shall We Dance"
Benziger Family Winery, The Press Democrat, Alan and Susan Seidenfeld Charitable Trust, Kaiser Permanente, Redwood Credit Union, Exchange Bank, Hansel BMW, Bank of Marin, Daryl Reese Attorney at Law, Kenwood Vineyards, Presentation School, Sotheby's International, Glen Ellen Dentistry, Sonoma & Glen Ellen Village Markets, Friedman's Home Improvement, Chateau St. Jean, Parkpoint Health Clubs, Atwood Ranch, SOMO Village, KZST Radio, girl and the fig, Beau Wine Tours, Glen Ellen Properties, JDH Wealth Management, Vintage Kennel Club, Fairmont Mission Inn, Sonoma Valley Inn, The Bemer Group, Common Sense Business Solutions, Sonoma Valley Wine, The Dance Center, Cuvee Wine Country Events, Glen Ellen Star.
Over seventy (70) Pouring Partners and Nightly Wine Sponsors including ~ Glen Lyon, Two Amigos, Gloria Ferrer Vineyards, Talisman Wines, La Rochelle Winery, Benziger Family Winery, St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Kenwood Vineyards, Sonoma Loeb, Chappellet.

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