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2008-2009 Season
Star Spangled Girl by Neil Simon October 24, 25, 26, 31, November 1 and 2, 2008 Three's a crowd in this romantic, slapstick comedy featuring Andy and Norman, publishers of an offbeat, protest magazine, and Sophie, an All-American girl. The trio's sharp, witty banter resonates with the cultural and political upheaval of the 60's and 70's. Tickets on sale October 10.
Inspecting Carol by Daniel Sullivan December 12, 13, 14, 19, 20 and 21, 2008 A Christmas Carol played for laughs? Not intentionally, but when a small, struggling theater company mistakes the guy who auditions as a representative of the company handing out the grant money, the holiday's become hilarious.
Tickets on sale November 28.
Leading Ladies by Ken Ludwig February 20, 21, 22, 27, 28 and March 1, 2009
In this hilarious comedy by the author of Lend Me a Tenor and Moon Over Buffalo, Jack and Leo find themselves reduced to performing Shakespeare on the Moose Lodge circuit in Amish country when a chance at a dowager's fortune offers them the roles of a lifetime. Seems the old lady is seeking her long lost nieces. Hmm?
Tickets on sale February 6.
Blithe Spirit By Noel Coward
April 24, 25, 26, May 1, 2 and 3, 2009 Noel Coward's sophisticated farce gives us a fake séance and real ghosts in a wacky romp through this world and the next, as a novelist's late wife interferes with his current marriage. Spirited hijinks and surprising twists abound. Tickets on sale April 10. Snoopy! The Musical! Music by Larry Grossman book & Lyrics by Hal Hackady
Performance dates to be announced.
The sequel to You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown focuses on the life of Snoopy. It includes all the beloved characters-as well as fourteen songs-in a story about true friendship. Your whole family will love this boy's dog.
ALL PERFORMANCES WILL BE HELD AT THE VARSITY CENTER FOR THE ARTS. Friday and Saturday evening performances at 7:30pm. Sunday matinee performances at 2 pm. Call the box office at 618-549-5466 for ticket reservations.
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