2nd Star News
August 2009
Neil Simon's "The Dinner Party" Opens our 15th Season
A new offering by America's most prolific playwright opens on September 4 and runs for 11 performances over 3 weekends. Performances will be at 8 PM on September 4, 5, 11,12, 13, 17 and 18 and at 3 PM on September 6, 11, 12 and 19. The Dinner Party is a serious comedy from the master of American comedy. Six people are individually invited to dinner in a fancy French restaurant by a mutual friend. They do not know who the other guests will be, or even why they have been invited. Turns out that each of the three couples are divorced (one couple twice), and the person who invited them (who never appears) thinks they should have a chance at reconciliation. Directed by Charles W. Maloney, the cast features Heather Tuckfield, Heidi Toll, Joanne Bauer, Dave O’Brien, Jerry Khatcheressian and Steven Rosenthal. Come enjoy an evening of Simon's wit and some thought provoking serious moments.
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Auditions for "Brigadoon"
2nd Star's November offering will be Lerner and Loewe's "Brigadoon" running November 6-December 5, Fri/Sat 8 PM & Sun 3 PM. The large cast features several major and many secondary and chorus roles. The village of Brigadoon may have children, but all must sing and dance. There is a good deal of dance involved in the production, but not necessarily required of the some of the adult chorus members. Jane Wingard will direct assisted by Brian Douglas. Chuck Hastings will be directing both vocal and instrumental music. Christine Asero will serve as the choreographer. Joanne Wilson will be the production's stage manager. Auditions will be held at the Bowie Playhouse on Thursday, August 20 at 7 PM and Saturday, August 22 at 2 PM. Some additional auditions and call backs may be held on Monday, August 24 at 7 PM.Please bring your sheet music (no tapes allowed) and be prepared to move. Bring a resume and headshot if you have them and potential conflicts on Tuesdays, Thursdays evenings and Saturdays at 11. No show conflicts are allowed.
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Don and Loretta Smith Retire
It is with great sorrow that we let you know that Mr. Donald K. Smith has announced that "Man of La Mancha" was his last show. Mr. Don and his wife Loretta have been with us since our 2nd season. Their perfectionism and great skills have helped mold 2nd Star from very near the beginning. Their expertise will be missed both in the musical productions and in the business of running the house. Should they get bored, the 2nd Star door is always open, but in the meantime, Enjoy your extra time, Don and Loretta, knowing that you are loved and appreciated. Thank you from the bottoms of our hearts!
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2nd Star wins Ruby Griffith Award for Man of La Mancha
In 1969 the British Embassy Players established the Ruby Griffith Awards for outstanding achievement in theatrical productions in the Washington, DC and surrounding areas. On July 12, 2nd Star Productions was awarded the 2008-2009 Ruby Griffith Award for Outstanding Achievement in a Musical for The Man of La Mancha. This year approximately 30 theatre companies were considered, twelve of those for musicals. This the third Ruby Griffith for 2nd Star, the former being Outstanding Achievement for Mame in 2004 and 2nd runner up in 2002 for Guys and Dolls.
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2nd Star has changed its 301 number.
In a cost cutting effort, 2nd Star’s 301 number has gone from a frightfully expensive land line to a line directly forwarded to our 410 757-5700 number without any cost to you. Once you have left us a message, it will be on the same mailbox, no matter which number you called.
Make Note!!! 2nd Star’s new 301 number is 301 832-4819.
The 410-757-5700 remains the same.
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2nd Star Productions presents its 15th Season for 2009-2010
2nd Star is proud to offer its 15th season of fine theatre. We propose the following shows and dates. We have been alloted only 3 weekends for comedies, so we will be offering some Thursday evening and/or Saturday matinees and/or Sunday evening shows for a total of 11 performances.
**September 8 PM Sept. 4, 5, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18 3 PM Sept.6, 12, 13, 19
Neil Simon’s new comedy The Dinner Party
**November 6-December 5 8 PM Fri & Sat 3 PM Sun & Sat, Dec 5
Brigadoon
**March 8 PM Mar. 5, 6,10,11,12, 18, 19 3 PM Mar. 7, 11, 12, 20
On Golden Pond
**June 4-July 3 8 PM Fri & Sat 3 PM Sun & Sat, Jul 3
Fiddler on the Roof (pending approval of current tour)
Season Ticket Process
1-Order Tickets
2-Submit preferred dates for one or all shows by mail or at least 2 weeks prior to each performance by calling the reservation lines for subscribers and leave your verbal request along with all names, date requested and best phone number for confirmation.
3-Show up! Tickets will be at will call.
To order by Mail, Complete form below and Mail to: 1106 Skyway Drive Annapolis MD 21409
on or before August 31.
After August 31, Season Tickets will remain on sale only by phone or at the playhouse through Sept. 19
Remember, tax deductible donations are always welcome.
Membership is encouraged
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