What's Going On at the BCT?

The Barrow-Civic is alive with activity in the coming weeks....









Applefest is always a hive of activity in and around the theatre.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat plays it's final three shows this weekend, October 1-3 at 8pm each night. Get your tickets now - seats are available!!

The BCT Box Office will be open all day Friday and Saturday October 2-3, including special Saturday hours during the day, for you to buy tickets to upcoming BCT events, including Joseph, Davy Jones, Sleepy Hollow, Christmas Carol and Messiah.

The Barrow Cafe extends outdoors for food and relaxation at our Marquee Tables Fri-Sun, Oct 2-4 11am-5pm each day. Enjoy walking tacos, refreshments, and a spot to relax as you enjoy the Applefest Activities.

The Barrow Little Theatre will be open for beer and wine, with live television events Fri-Sun, Oct 2-4 11am-5pm each day. Stop by the Little Theatre to grab a beverage and relax while watching one of the big games.

Get your chances to win a $500 Gas Card from the Davy Jones Committee. Stop by their table and get your chance to fill your tank!

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Upcoming Events at the Theatre:

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Final 3 Shows - October 1-3, 8pm

Auditions-A Christmas Carol
October 17 & 18-2pm

'night Mother
Little Theatre, October 23 & 24 at 8pm

Auditions-Handel's Messiah
Oct 24 10am-12pm & Oct 25 2pm-4pm

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
October 30-8pm and November 1-2pm

War of the Worlds-Old Time Radio Show
October 31-8pm andNovember 1-4pm, Little Theatre

Venango Chamber Orchestra
November 8 at 3pm

Allegheny Sounds Chorus
November 14-7:30pm

Franklin Silver Cornet Band
Fri Nov. 27-8pm. Food Donations accepted

A Christmas Carol
December 4-5 & 11-12 at 8pm
December 13 at 2pm

Ozark Jubilee’s Branson Country Christmas
December 14 at 2pm & 7pm

Handel’s Messiah
December 18 at 8pm

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Barrow-Civic Theatre Box Office
Buy tickets online 24 hours a day at http://www.barrowtheatre.com/

Or Call 814-437-3440 or 1-800-537-7769
Box Office Hours Tue-Fri, 10am-4:30pm

TILT presents 'night Mother

Starring Amy Dittman and Rosie Petulla.

Jessie nonchalantly tells her Mama that by morning she'll be dead, as she plans to commit suicide that very evening . The subsequent dialogue between Jessie and Mama slowly reveals her reasons for her decision and her life with Mama and how thoroughly she has planned her own death, culminating in a disturbing yet unavoidable climax.

Directed by Mike Dittman.
Presented in the Little Theatre Oct 23 & 24 at 8pm

OPENING NIGHT CELEBRATION FOR JOSEPH!

A “crash of drums” and “a flash of light” heralds the explosion of the international smash-hit musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat onto the Barrow-Civic Theatre stage for a six show run, September 25-27 and October 1-3.

Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s spectacular musical has been delighting audiences world wide for over 40 years. Noted for its family-friendly storyline, varied musical styles, and universal themes, “Joseph” is a rollicking and fun-paced retelling of the Biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors.

“We have an amazing cast lined up to perform for you,” says Ted Smith, Director of “Joseph” and FCOA Board Member. “Over 40 actors have been rehearsing, dancing, and singing to get ready to bring this fun, light-hearted, and captivating musical to the Barrow stage for our fans and patrons.”

In the title role of Joseph, Jordan Rembold returns to the Barrow stage after his debut as a gangster in Kiss Me, Kate! His talents and energy help drive the show, along with Pamala Mahle as the Narrator. Mahle returns to Franklin Civic Operetta after a fifteen year absence, bringing wisdom and exuberance to the role of the Narrator as she guides you through the story. Audiences will recognize Mike Leisher in the role of Pharaoh, after his turn as The Lion in The Wizard of Oz.




Opening night provides special entertainment for theatre patrons. Our traditional opening night reception from 7:00pm to 8:00pm will feature the Lake Erie Belly Dance performers, under the direction of Carla Fleming and made possible by a grant from the PPA. Bringing a touch of the exotic and middle-east to the Little Theatre, the belly dancers will perform at 7:15pm in the Little Theatre. Opening Night reception hor'dourves and drinks will be served in the Lobby and the Barrow-Civic Marquee Café outside the Box Office, catered by the new Uptown Bistro.

Music Director John McConnell returns to provide direction for both singers and another strong BCT orchestra, while Broadway veteran and choreographer Marc Ellis Holland brings to life the show’s energy and story with a rousing Go Go Joseph and Song of the King. Director Ted Smith recently directed Kiss Me, Kate! and The Wizard of Oz for FCOA. His single-unit designed set, painted by Kristen Criado, brings another first to the BCT stage.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, presented by Franklin Civic Operetta Association, plays September 25-26 and October 1-3 at 8pm and a special Sunday matinee on September 27 at 2pm at the Barrow-Civic Theatre (1223 Liberty Street, Franklin, PA 16323).
Tickets are available online 24 hours a day www.barrowtheatre.com. Tickets by phone are available Tue-Fri 10:00am-4:30pm (Also open one hour before show times) by calling (8143) 437-3440.

Be on stage!

Ever thought of being on stage? Now here's your chance!

ANNOUNCING AUDITIONS FOR A CHRISTMAS CAROL AND MESSIAH!











Audition Dates: October 17 ~ 2:00pm & and October 18 ~ 2:00pm.
Barrow-Civic Little Theatre
Directed by John McConnell.

A large cast is needed. All roles are non-singing, however a small group of carolers will be needed. There are roles for all ages from children (youngest - grade 3 please) through adult. Those interested in auditioning need no advance preparation or experience.
Performances are scheduled for December 4-5 & 11- 13.

















October 24 ~ 10am-12pm & October 25 ~ 2pm-4pm Barrow Little Theatre.
Directed by Zach Covington

Anyone interested in becoming a member of the choir who has never performed the work at the Barrow should prepare the first 30 measures on your voice part of the “Hallelujah Chorus”, No.44. Those interested in performing a solo should also plan to audition. Please prepare one of the recitatives from the work to use as your audition piece. Performance date is December 18.

Get your tickets now for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Good Times as published by The Derrick and News Herald newspapers, September 18, 2009

Box Office News September 18, 2009

Special online color edition of the Box Office News appearing in the Good Times insert of The Derrick and News Herald.

Local doctor provides support for show costumes

We are pleased to announce that Dr. William Fritz has graciously donated hospital scrub sets for the cast of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

The scrubs will be part of the ensemble costume for the show."When the concept of using medical scrubs as part of the costume came up, we just thought it was natural to get one of the local surgeons involved," said producer Victoria Beal. "Dr. Fritz generously offered to buy all the suits we needed.

Cast members John-Dominic Heim, Crissy Sibley, Aaron Ritsig Joey Campagna, and JIll Kellner wear hospital scrubs donated by Dr. William Fritz to the show & theatre.

Now, thanks to Dr. Fritz, the theatre has 30 sets of scrubs that will be used for this show and I'm sure you'll recognized bits and pieces in Barrow shows for years to come!" Beals continued.

Our thanks to Dr. Fritz for helping support Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Exotic Opening Night for Joseph Sept. 25

A special pre-show performance, featuring professional belly dancers, will set the stage for those attending the opening night performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on Friday, September 25, 2009, at the Barrow Civic Theatre.

“Our thought was to have a fun event on opening night to kick off our 'Joseph' show. Belly dancers were a natural link, as our play is set in Egypt--where belly dancing has been performed throughout history," said Ted Smith, show director. “We were delighted to find that a group like this is based in Erie, and willing to perform for us!" He continued.

Featuring members of the Lake Erie Belly Dance Troupe, the opening night performance will be based in American Tribal Style (ATS) Bellydance, created by Carolena Nericcio of FatChanceBellyDance in San Francisco. ATS is an improvisational form of dance, where the lead dancer, to the front right as you're facing the dance formation, gives cues for the other dancers to follow. The dancers are able to improvise and play with the cues and movements, creating a work of "moving art" before your eyes and a different performance each time they dance. You'll experience "elaborate costumes, fancy steps, and exciting music" but the brilliance of ATS is that these are "women working together in cooperation and focused on presenting the dance as one entity."

Erie's professional belly dancing troupe is a multi-generational group of women, representing multiple styles of bellydance such as ATS, cabaret, and fusions. Members study and rehearse weekly at Long's School of the Dance in Erie, Pa, with direction from Carla Fleming. LEBD represents the 'sisterhood' of the dance, and is a supportive and driving force for bellydance in the Erie area, dancing regularly at venues such as the Presque Isle Gallery Coffeehouse and Celebrate Erie.

The belly dancers will perform on September 25 at 7:15pm in the Little Theatre. Anyone who has purchased a ticket for the main stage performance for that evening is welcome to attend. Hor'dourves and beverages will be provided. This event was made possible through a grant from Pennsylvania Partners on the Arts.

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, presented by Franklin Civic Operetta Association, plays September 25-26 and October 1-3 at 8pm and a special Sunday matinee on September 27 at 2pm at the Barrow-Civic Theatre (1223 Liberty Street, Franklin, PA 16323).

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Lyrics by Tim Rice, Directed by Ted Smith, Musical Direction by John McConnell, and Choreography by Marc Ellis Holland. Tickets are available online 24 hours a day www.barrowtheatre.com. Tickets by phone are available Tue-Fri 10:00am-4:30pm (Also open one hour before show times) by calling (8143) 437-3440.

Box Office News for Sept 11, 2009

TILT presents 'night Mother

'night, Mother is a 1983 play by Marsha Norman about a daughter, Jessie, and her mother, Thelma (referred to as "Mama" in the play).

The play opens with Jessie calmly telling Mama that by morning she'll be dead, as she plans to commit suicide that very evening (she makes this revelation all while nonchalantly organizing household items and preparing to do her mother's nails).

The subsequent dialogue between Jessie and Mama slowly reveals her reasons for her decision and her life with Mama and how thoroughly she has planned her own death, culminating in a disturbing yet unavoidable climax.

Night Mother stars Amy Dittman as Jessie and Rosie Petulla as Mama. Mike Dittman directs this Little Theatre production playing October 23 and 24 at 8pm.

sourced from wikipedia.org

Box Office News September 4, 2009

As published in the Good Times-Derrick and News Herald papers