2010 Season of Shows at the Barrow-Civic Theatre

Monday, August 31, 2009

Live In Concert - DAVY JONES!

The Barrow-Civic Theatre is getting Davy Jones, one night only October 17 at 8pm

Davy Jones first invaded teen hearts as the international idol of millions in the 1960s Emmy Award winning television classic The Monkees. Since the show hit the small screen, Davy has triumphed as both a serious actor and a comedian on the theatrical stage; as a rock musician, composer and artist.

Born in Manchester, England on December 30, 1945, Davy began entertaining at 11 years old as Ena Sharples' grandson on the still-running ITV soap opera, Coronation Street.

Theatrical agents sought him out as he was working as an apprentice jockey in Newmarket and took him to London where he portrayed Dickens' mischievous Artful Dodger in the West
End production of Oliver! Later, at the age of 16, Davy found himself the toast of New York where he originated the Artful Dodger role on Broadway
and was nominated for a Tony Award.

As a result, Davy was offered a contract with Columbia Pictures/Screen Gems Television, and The Monkees was created shortly after. Also a musical group, The Monkees' album sales surpassed all records, and they continue to be best-sellers 30 years later.

The theater remains in Davy's blood. He most recently received rave reviews for starring in the complex role of Fagin. He has also starred in productions of The Boyfriend, Harry Nilson's The Point, and appeared as Jesus in Godspell, which played in London's West End . Perhaps the
most celebrated television appearance in Davy's long career as a heartthrob is The Brady Bunch episode, "Getting Davy Jones."

Davy is also an accomplished writer and humorous storyteller. His talents extend to short stories, poetry, and photography.

Davy appears for ONE NIGHT ONLY on the Main Stage on October 17 at 8pm. Tickets are available at www.barrowtheatre.com or by calling the Box Office at 814-437-3440.

Monday, August 24, 2009

Sleepy Hollow Cast Announcement

Youth Theatre Cast List for “Sleepy Hollow” posted.

If you name is not on the list, please know you are welcome to work on tech. So please come to the read through as a tech person.

Ichabod Crane – Joe Perrotti
Old Man Blackwell – Aaron Ritsig
Mary Elizabeth Blackwell – Megan Keelan
Myneer Van Tassel – Andrew Ritsig
Katrina Van Tassel – Alyssa Zlotnicki
Mrs. Van Houten – Jill Kellner
Marth Van Houton – Anne Marie Hutchinson
Jessica Van Houton – Chrissy Wolfgong
Brom Bones– Stephen Dennis
Andy Brimstone – Critter Fink
Bessie Wheelwright – Grace Burwell

All the following people have their part as well
as towspeople and guest of the party:

Gossip Women: Katie Gagliotti, Allison Greenlee, Leisel Kober, Alex Noyes, Abby Larimore, Geralyn McMullen, Natalia Spadafora, Katherine Thompson, Jenny Williams

Students: Lane Behe, Bridget Carter, Alex Dashner, Nick Dobson, Harrison Keenan, Madeline Keenan, Grace Kellner, Rachel Marlatt, Evelyn Sopher, William Thompson, David Zlotnicki

Party Band: Aaron Hoffman, Connor Kingdom, Jordyn Plymire, Andrea Spence, Rachel Spence

TECH WHO FILLED OUT FORMS:
Rebecca Marlatt, Veronika Lamphere, Tim Dennis, Daniel Pratt

Read through will be held at the Little Theater on Thursday, August 27th at 6:30pm. PLEASE BRING A PARENT!!!!

Friday, August 21, 2009

BLACK-TIE BARROW RAISES THE CURTAIN AT THE BARROW.

BLACK-TIE BARROW for a Gala Performance
Saturday August 22-8pm

ONE NIGHT ONLY!


















Choreographer Marc Ellis Holland and Co-Musical Director Tammi Dahl are part of the celebration of music, theatre, opera and dance as various local performers take the stage for an evening of elegant and powerful performances. Tribute pieces from grand shows including “Carousel,” “Showboat,” and many others make up a large portion of the show. The music from “The Phantom of The Opera” is featured as a spectacular finale.

























Jeff Brown and Tc Marshall (above) provide vocal performances, along with additional performances by Dennis Geib, Tammy Dahl, and Sam DePalma. Jenn Fox, Tim Gilbert, Jodi Hoover, Hanna Pratt, Richard Roberts, and Bret Sloan. Violinist Tom Karg also lends his talent.The evening also brings spectacular dance performances by Olivia Beals, Marc Holland, Darin Paden, Stephen Teig and Samantha Caiarelli. The host for the evening is Ted Smith.



















Bret Sloan and Hannah Pratt (above), along with Jenn Fox and Richard Roberts (below), and Tim Gilbert, and Jodi Hoover also will be performing. Violinist Tom Karg also lends his talent.The evening also brings spectacular dance performances by Olivia Beals, Marc Holland, Darin Paden, Stephen Teig and Samantha Caiarelli. The host for the evening is Ted Smith.

























The “Black Tie Barrow” was conceived by Mary Ann Richardson, the former Chairman of the board having held the seat for 25 years. Richardson was also the leader of the building purchase, now known exclusively as The Barrow-Civic Theatre. “I expect this show to rank as one of the greatest evenings of entertainment ever seen at the Barrow,” said Richardson.

Richardson is producing the show, with Tammy Dahl and Dennis Geib co-directing. There will be pre-show Champaign reception, and hors’ de ouvres.

Tickets are $20.00 each and can be purchased by calling the Barrow-Civic Theatre box office at 814-437-3440 from 10AM to 4:30PM Tuesday through Friday.

Tickets can also be purchased online by visiting the website at http://www.barrowtheatre.com/.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

BLACK TIE BARROW set to dazzle Franklin!!

Don’t miss the “Black Tie Barrow”, a special gala performance at the Barrow-Civic Theatre celebrating 50 years of groundbreaking local theatre by the Franklin Civic Operetta Association.

The performance is scheduled for one night only on August 22 at 8PM.

The show is a celebration of music, theatre, opera and dance as various local performers take the stage for an evening of elegant and powerful performances. Tribute pieces from grand shows including “Carousel,” “Showboat,” and many others make up a large portion of the show. The music from “The Phantom of The Opera” is featured as a spectacular finale.

Amazing vocal performances will be given by Dennis Geib, Tammy Dahl, Jeff Brown, Sam DePalma, Jenn Fox, Tim Gilbert, Jodi Hoover, T.C. Marshall, Hanna Pratt, Richard Roberts, and Bret Sloan. Violinist Tom Karg also lends his talent.

The evening also brings spectacular dance performances by Olivia Beals, Marc Holland, Darin Paden, Stephen Teig and Samantha Caiarelli. The host for the evening is Ted Smith.

The “Black Tie Barrow” was conceived by Mary Ann Richardson, the former Chairman of the board having held the seat for 25 years. Richardson was also the leader of the building purchase, now known exclusively as The Barrow-Civic Theatre. “I expect this show to rank as one of the greatest evenings of entertainment ever seen at the Barrow,” said Richardson.

Richardson is producing the show, with Tammy Dahl and Dennis Geib co-directing. There will be pre-show Champaign reception, and hors’ de ouvres.

Tickets are $20.00 each and can be purchased by calling the Barrow-Civic Theatre box office at 814-437-3440 from 10AM to 4:30PM Tuesday through Friday.

Tickets can also be purchased online by visiting the website at Barrowtheatre.com.

Saturday, August 8, 2009

Dine and Donate!

Dine at Hoss's Restaurant on Sunday August 23 and Hoss's will donate 20% of your bill to the Barrow-Civic Theatre.

Dine out and support your community theatre. Click on the image to enlarge and download the coupon. You have to present the coupon with your bill when you pay.

Bon Appetit and Thank You for your support.

Thursday, August 6, 2009

Box Office News for Friday August 7, 2009






THE ODD COUPLE” opens tonight!

The Franklin Civic Operetta Association intends to lend new luster to its next offering, Neil Simon’s classic THE ODD COUPLE. This beloved comedy opens tonight and runs August 8 and August 14-15-16 at the Barrow-Civic Theatre. Tickets are $15 for adults, $14 for seniors, and $10 for students.

Fresh from his dual-role BCT debut in KISS ME KATE, Nick Mitchell wears two hats for this production as well. Nick brings creativity, expertise, and comic flair to his role as director and to his portrayal of Oscar Madison.

Christian Marshall fans will delight in his casting as America’s favorite neurotic neat freak, Felix Ungar. A gifted actor with a natural comedic style, Christian is sure to be a crowd-pleaser in this role.

Witnessing Felix’s angst from their seats at a nearby poker table are three BCT veterans and one newcomer. Ben Bodamer and Nick Keeley, both seen earlier this year in TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, trade their Southern drawls for the dulcet tones of “New Yawk” and “Joisey” to play Roy and Speed. Bill Hennessy takes control as fast-drawing, slow-dealing Murray the Cop.

Completing this quartet – hysterically – is Pittsburgh actor Andy Coleman in his first Barrow-Civic appearance. Andy plays the affable but oh-so-clueless Vinnie.

For both sugar and spice, FCOA’s ODD COUPLE looks to Katie Kirby-Rogers and Lisa Harry as the Pigeon sisters, Cecily and Gwendolyn. Hilarity ensues when these British babes enter stage left and plans for the evening take wing. Cooper Oliver and Mary Anne Wilkinson are the show’s producers.

Order your tickets today on-line at http://www.barrowtheatre.com/ or by calling 814-437-3440 or 800-537-7769.

Opening Night reception and Photography Exhibit!
Planning to attend the August 7 opening of THE ODD COUPLE? Be sure to arrive early and join us for the Opening Night Gala in the Little Theatre. The festivities begin at 7 p.m. There will be no charge for dessert; a cash bar will be available.

We have asked several local professional photographers to exhibit some of their works at the Gala for your enjoyment. Garrett Kline, Dale Reed, Scott McCray and Jim Ellis have graciously agreed. We at the Barrow-Civic look forward to viewing their works in your company. Please join us!

SPECIAL SOUND SYSTEM USED FOR 'ODD COUPLE'
"The Odd Couple" will be heard through a special sound system and microphone package put together by the production team as part of a special presentation to you, our loyal audiences at the Barrow-Civic Theatre. The sound system costs are donated by the show's director, Nick Mitchell. Thanks Nick!

BLACK TIE BARROW set to dazzle Franklin!!
Don’t miss the “Black Tie Barrow”, a special gala performance at the Barrow-Civic Theatre celebrating 50 years of groundbreaking local theatre by the Franklin Civic Operetta Association.
The performance is scheduled for one night only on August 22 at 8PM. The show is a celebration of music, theatre, opera and dance as various local performers take the stage for an evening of elegant and powerful performances. Tribute pieces from grand shows including “Carousel,” “Showboat,” and many others make up a large portion of the show. The music from “The Phantom of The Opera” is featured as a spectacular finale. Amazing vocal performances will be given by Dennis Geib, Tammy Dahl, Jeff Brown, Sam DePalma, Jenn Fox, Tim Gilbert, Jodi Hoover, T.C. Marshall, Hanna Pratt, Richard Roberts, and Bret Sloan. Violinist Tom Karg also lends his talent.

The evening also brings spectacular dance performances by Olivia Beals, Marc Holland, Darin Paden, Stephen Teig and Samantha Caiarelli. The host for the evening is Ted Smith.

The “Black Tie Barrow” was conceived by Mary Ann Richardson, the former Chairman of the board having held the seat for 25 years. Richardson was also the leader of the building purchase, now known exclusively as The Barrow-Civic Theatre. “I expect this show to rank as one of the greatest evenings of entertainment ever seen at the Barrow,” said Richardson.

Richardson is producing the show, with Tammy Dahl and Dennis Geib co-directing. There will be pre-show Champaign reception, and hors’ de ouvres. Tickets are $20.00 each and can be purchased by calling the Barrow-Civic Theatre box office at 814-437-3440 from 10AM to 4:30PM Tuesday through Friday. Tickets can also be purchased online by visiting the website at Barrowtheatre.com.

AUDITIONS: “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”
Auditions will be held on August 16 at 4:00pm & August 17 at 6:30pm. You Need only attend ONE. Auditioners must be at least 10 years old to participate. Speaking lines and songs will be taught at the start. All auditioners must sing! Anyone interested in working back stage on tech will need to come and fill out form during audition times.

From the pages of Washington Irving's timeless classic about Ichabod Crane and the headless horseman, our rendition is a suspenseful musical that takes you through one of the timeless stories of Halloween folklore. School Shows are set for Oct. 29th, with Public Performances Fri Oct 30th at 8pm & Sun Nov 1 st at 2pm.


AUDITIONS: “JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT”
Auditions will take place August 8 and 9 in the BCT Little Theatre. Children (grades 4-9) will audition at 2pm either day and adults will audition at 3pm either day. Please use the alley door off the Little Theatre. No appointment is necessary. Adults-please bring a prepared piece of music to sing.

There are roles for men, women and children. All roles are open. “Joseph” will play for six shows September 25-27 and October 1-3 at the Barrow-Civic Theatre. For further information please contact Ted Smith via email at tedsmith.patio@gmail.com.

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Annual BCT Golf Outing

The 2009 9th Annual Golf Outing!The Barrow-Civic Theatre will be held on September 10, 2009 at Wanango Country Club in Reno, PA.

This annual fundraising event is a Four-Person Scramble. Registration starts at 10am with a Shotgun Start at Noon. All teams get carts, food, snacks and prizes!

This year's event is being chaired by John and Judy Marlarky with John Miller. Proceeds from the annual golf outing help support the Barrow-Civic Theatre, the "gem of our community."

Click here to download the team or hole sponsorship registration form. Team registrations and hole sponsors are due by August 28th to the Barrow-Civic Theatre, PO Box 1089, Franklin, PA 16323