Tickets on Sale for Michigan Shakespeare Festival

Annie: It's a Hard-Knock Life, from Script to Stage

According to Entertainment Weekly this is "a must-see for fans of Broadway's favorite redheaded orphan". Annie: It's a Hard-Knock Life, from Script to Stage will be on Friday, June 28 on PBS although you should check your local listings.

Extra Sought by Talent Agency

Real Style, a talent agency, is looking for a young man who meets the following criteria.
If you know anyone who matches this description, please have them email us at info@realstyleonline.com

SUBJECT:  Red bearded man
Need photo, cell, name, age, height, weight
Male Caucasian
Age:18-40
Ht:   6'0-6'3
Wt: 190-225
Looking for bearded man, red blond (must be willing to trim if necessary) or long blondish read curly hair or both. Must be available to work in Pontiac, MI on Thursday, June 27.  Must have entire day and evening free for filming.

Please pass this along to anyone you know that might be interested.

Stage Door Studio presents GLEE CLUB UNPLUGGED

Stage Door Studio is proud to present the third and final chapter of our Glee Club Trilogy. GLEE CLUB UNPLUGGED is full of song, dance and high energy entertainment. Production dates are Friday June 28th at 8pm, Saturday June 29th at 3pm and 8pm, and Sunday June 30th at 3pm at the JACKSON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA building in downtown Jackson. Tickets are $20 per person and seating is limited to 100 per night. To confirm your seat please reserve your tickets in advance at: mmezo3259@gmail.com

Special Offer from The Purple Rose (Chelsea, MI)

Buy One Ticket, Get One Free 

for Miles & Ellie on 4th of July Weekend*. 

Dates Available

Wednesday, July 3 at 8 p.m.
Thursday, July 4 at 8 p.m. 

Saturday, July 6 at 3 p.m.

Saturday, July 6 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, July 7 at 2 p.m. 

The Fine Print

New reservations only, please. 

Coupon may be applied to up to 4 tickets. 

This offer only applies to regular priced tickets and may not be combined with other discounts.

Not valid for Ford Friday tickets (July 5).

Mention code FIREWORKS when ordering.

GET TICKETS NOW or call 734.433.7673

Croswell Opera House (Adrian, MI) presents. . .

A NEW MUSICAL BEACH PARTY

In this fantastic show, The Bikinis, or "The Jersey Girls," will steal your heart with their wonderful songs. In the summer of 1964, these four inseparable girls got their name when they won the Belmar Beach Talent Contest wearing their bikinis. Flash forward to present day, and these women are fighting to save their beloved boardwalk by singing their favorite songs, including "It's In His Kiss," "Heat Wave," "These Boots are Made for Walkin'," "I'm Every Woman," and many, many more! 

Visit their website to purchase tickets or for more information. http://croswell.org/

MARY BARBER (1957 - 2007)

In remembrance of Mary Barber June 25, 1957 - May 14, 2007

Mary Barber, 49, the Citizen Patriot reporter who has been writing about her surgery to have a tumor removed from near her brain, died Monday afternoon at University of Michigan Hospital.

She suffered three seizures, the last of which led to a heart attack, her doctor said."

"It's a terrible and freaky thing," University of Michigan ear surgeon Dr. H. Alexander Arts said late Monday evening."

Her surgery went really well and, in fact, she did exceptionally well. I was talking to her at lunch about going home (today). There was absolutely no indication this would happen," he said.

By Monetta L. Harr

Michigan Shakespeare Festival Looking for Ushers

Dying to see the three wonderful productions of the Michigan Shakespeare Festival starting in a couple of weeks at the Potter Center of Jackson College but short on cash?

Here's your chance! MSF is looking for ushers. If you are interested,
contact Katie Meyers at 517-998-3673 or msfkatie@gmail.com. She will get back to you with a list of available dates.

The shows for 2013 are Twelfth Night, King John, and Oliver Goldsmith's She Stoops to Conquer.

Review of Hairspray

Courtesy Photo: Cast of Hairspray

Zeke Jennings reviewed Center Stage Jackson's summer offering Hairspray currently playing in the Baughman Theatre at Jackson College. Check out his review HERE

HAIRSPRAY opened this past Friday! Remaining show dates are June 21, 22 & 23 at the Baughman Theatre in JCC's Potter Center. Friday and Saturday performances at 8pm, Sunday performances at 3pm. Visit centerstagejackson.org to purchase tickets!

Review of Shrek the Musical

Courtesy Photo: Fiona and Shrek

Don't miss this opportunity for all ages to see an incredible production of Shrek the Musical at the Croswell Opera House in Adrian, MI. I see a lot of theater and have never had so much fun. Check out my review website http://annholt.blogspot.com/2013/06/review-of-shrek-musical.html.

Someday, Someday Maybe will be Television Series

Earlier this year I read and loved Lauren Graham's charming debut novel about a young actress trying to start her career in NYC called Someday, Someday Maybe.

Apparently I wasn't the only one who saw another potential for the story. It has just been announced that Ellen DeGeneres will produce it as a television series. Read more details HERE.

TidBits June 12, 2013

Center Stage Jackson presents Hairspray, June 14-23, Baughman Theater, JCC. For times, go to centerstagejackson.com

 

Shrek, the Musical, June 14- 23, Croswell Opera House, Adrian. For times, visit www.croswell.org

 

Stage Door Studio presents Glee Club Unplugged, June 28, 8pm & June 30, 5pm, JSO Orchestra Hall. Reservations required.

 

Actors' Workshop with Alaine Alldaffer, June 29, 12pm at the Fourth Wall. Find them on Facebook.

 

Source: Art News, Art & Cultural Alliance of Jackson County

 

JSO Music Mania Summer Camp

 

A Message from Carol Ivkovich, Director Community Music School

The Jackson Symphony Orchestra Community Music School believes that every life needs music. Every life can create music. Let our summer music camp be the catalyst for your family's musical journey. Our camp Music Mania is July 15 - 26. We have programs for ages 2 -77. Classes include: Maestro's Circles, Drum line, Guitar, and many more. Out faculty is coming from all over the nation for this camp. Be sure to join us!

More details are available at www.jacksonsymphony.org

Tony Awards June 9, 2013

This has got to be the most amazing opening number for the Tony Awards ever! Neil Patrick Harris is incredible.

Defending Community Theater

Barefoot in the Park (May 1985)

If we believe that the arts are important, then we must provide a way for a broad spectrum of the community to be involved. And yet, there are those who speak with disdain when mentioning community theater. Read Howard Sherman's comments on its importance. Click HERE.

MILES & ELLIE, Takes the Stage at The Purple Rose Theatre

WORLD PREMIERE COMEDY BY AWARD WINNING PLAYWRIGHT

Miles & Ellie by Don Zolidis begins in previews June 20

 Michelie Mountain, Bill Simmons, and Rhiannon Ragland in rehearsal

CHELSEA, Mich. — The Purple Rose Theatre Company is delighted to present the world premiere comedy, Miles & Ellie by Don Zolidis, for the final production of their 2012 / 2013 Season.

Miles and Ellie are two teenagers in love when a youthful misunderstanding breaks them apart. Flash forward 20 years and a disenchanted Ellie has come home for what she expects to be a typical dysfunctional family Thanksgiving. Not long into the family shenanigans, however, Ellie learns that Miles is still in town and carrying a torch for her. Is it possible to get a second chance at your first love? This charming romantic comedy will make you wonder “what if?”

Miles & Ellie will enjoy an eleven-week engagement at The Purple Rose Theatre Company from Thursday, June 20 – Saturday, August 31, 2013. Eight low-priced previews will be performed Thursday, June 20 – Thursday, June 27, with Press Opening on Friday, June 28, 2013. Regular performances for the duration of the run are Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8:00 PM with Wednesday and Saturday matinees at 3:00 PM and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM. (Editor’s Note: A complete performance schedule including pricing can be found on page 2).

Directed by Guy Sanville, the cast includes Rusty Mewha (Plymouth, MI), Michelle Mountain (Grass Lake, MI), Rhiannon Ragland (Flint, MI), Bill Simmons (Indianapolis, IN), and Cheryl Turski (Royal Oak, MI).

Underwriting support for the season comes from The Ford Motor Company Fund, The Hamp Family, Sage Foundation, Matilda R. Wilson Fund, The David A. Brandon Foundation, Craig & Donna Common, Peter & Patti Feeney, The William B. Holmes Family, The Dawn J. & Jeffrey S. Williams Charitable Gift Fund, Curtis & Curtis, P.C., Chelsea Comfort Inn and Village Conference Center, Chelsea State Bank, Classic Turning, and Excelda. Additional support is provided by media partners WJR and Michigan Radio. All performances will be held at The Purple Rose Theatre Company, 137 Park Street, Chelsea, Michigan 48118.

Founded in 1991 by actor and Chelsea native, Jeff Daniels, The Purple Rose Theatre Company (PRTC) is a leading American theatre dedicated to producing the new American play and creating opportunities for Midwest theatre professionals. The PRTC is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit professional theatre operating under a Small Professional Theatre agreement with the Actors’ Equity Association. The PRTC promotes the development of new American theatre and its practitioners, provides valuable educational opportunities for young artists, and, through consistently high quality production values, has earned the respect of both local and national theatre communities.

Tickets are available for purchase now. Ticket reservations can be made by calling The Purple Rose Theatre Company Box Office at (734) 433-7673 or online at www.purplerosetheatre.org. 

 

Love, Loss and What I Wore May 16th Michigan Theatre of Jackson

Charles Miller (2013)

Dr. Charles Miller

Dr. Charles Miller of Clarke Lake, MI joined the Celestial Choir, April 30, 2013. He passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his wife Constance, four children, 16 grandchildren and three great grand-children. Dr. Miller practiced family medicine in Jackson for 26 years. He delivered nearly 900 babies, each of which he considered a miracle. He was formerly the medical director for Jackson Hospice and the Jackson County Medical Care Facility. Dr. Miller received four degrees from Michigan State University including one Bachelor's degree, two Master's degrees and a Doctorate in Medicine. He was a U.S. Marine. Dr. Miller was active in Jackson area theater and vocal organizations including the Jackson Shakespeare Festival, Jackson Civic Theater, the Jackson Chorale and the Jackson Men's Chorus. He sang throughout his life and taught his family the glory of music. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Allegiance Hospice or the Jackson Men's Chorus. The family wishes to thank the Gayle M. Jacob Cancer Center at Allegiance Health for their knowledge, professionalism and abundant warmth and compassion. A memorial Mass will be held Monday, May 6th at 11:00 a.m. at Queen of the Miraculous Medal Catholic Church in Jackson, Michigan. Guests can arrive an hour early to visit with the family.

Review of THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL

Here's a link to my review of THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL playing for one more weekend at The Fourth Wall on Page Avenue in Jackson, Michigan.

Winners in Regional III AACTfest

BREAKING NEWS

Escanaba places in Region III AACTfest competition!

After a great weekend of theatre and much gnashing of teeth, the winners have been announced for the Region III AACTfest, which will be held in Carmel, Indiana, June 17 - 23, 2013.

Although we didn’t win one of the two top slots, assuring progressing to the nationals, one of our Michigan entries (Escanaba) was “first runner-up,” so to speak. Our other entry (Ann Arbor) wowed the audiences and judges, winning several acting and technical awards. Michigan was very well represented with two spectacular plays and, if Escanaba for any reason goes on to Nationals, they will do us proud again!

Here’s a list of all the shows entered in the Regional AACTFest:

Michigan

Some Things You Need to Know Before the World Ends (A Final Evening with the Illuminati) (Alternate Representative to Nationals)- Players de Noc, Escanaba
Leaving Iowa - Ann Arbor Civic Theatre

Wisconsin

Cradle and All (Proceeding to Nationals) - Wisconsin Rapids Community Theatre
Macbeth - La Crosse Community Theatre
Illinois
The Dining Room - Stage Coach Players, DeKalb

Indiana

The Gifts of the Magi - Kokomo Civic Theatre
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (Proceeding to nationals) - Elkhart Civic Theatre

Ohio

Jerry Finnegan’s Sister - The Drama Workshop, Cincinnati

(Reprinted from the CTAM Callboard.)