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San Diego Musical Theatre’s 2012 season opens with ‘The Marvelous Wonderettes’ BY SUSAN FARESE The year 2012 promises to be exciting for the professional, regional, nonprofit San Diego Musical Theatre, with a brand new season in their new home, the Birch North Park Theatre. The first show of the season, Feb. 10-26, is the Off-Broadway hit “The Marvelous Wonderettes.” Written and directed by Roger Bean, with musical direction by Don LeMaster, “The Marvelous Wonderettes” features the New York cast: Bets Malone (who is also Assistant Director and choreographer), Misty Cotton, Beth Malone, and Lowe Taylor. According to SDMT Executive Producers Erin and Gary Lewis, “The Marvelous Wonderettes” is a “must-take musical trip down memory lane”. The show takes us to the 1958 Springfield High School prom and introduces us to the Wonderettes, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! We learn about their lives and loves through Classic ‘50’s and ‘60’s songs like “Mr. Sandman”; “Lollipop”; “Respect”; “Heatwave” and “It’s My Party.” Performances are Feb. 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, San Diego Musical Theatre’s first show of the season is the Off24, 25 – at 8:00 p.m. and Feb. 12, 18, 19, 26 – at 2 Broadway hit “The Marvelous Wonderettes.” p.m. Shows are on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturnouncing a special add on days at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. (with an added production to our exciting Saturday matinee performance on Feb. 18 at 2 p.m. (in support of SDMT’s Boys & Girls 2012 Season, Irving Berlin’s Clubs Military Base Outreach Program). “WHITE CHRISTMAS” – Ticket prices range from $26 - $52. Children 12 and under receive a 50 percent disDec. 12-22. Based on the count. Discounts are also available for seniors/military/students and groups. For ticket reserbeloved, timeless film, this vations, please visit www.sdmt.org or call 1-858-560-5740. heartwarming musical adapThe 2012 season at San Diego Musical Theatre will continue with Jonathan Larson’s tation features 17 Irving Ber“RENT” – June 22-July 8, 2012, which will be directed by Ron Kellum, followed by “FOOTlin songs and great dance LOOSE” –Sept. 28-Oct. 14, with Dan Mojica Directing and Choreographing. SDMT is annumbers. San Diego Musical Theatre was founded in 2006 and quickly became known . for quality musical theatre. ON THE MENU: NEW DELIGHTS Everyone who works with SDMT are volunteers, there WITH AN OCEAN ON THE SIDE. are no executive salaries. All ticket sales and donations go SIP & SAVOR: CHOCOLATE & WINE directly toward what the auAvailable nightly in February* from 5 to 10 p.m. dience sees on stage. SDMT $30 per person, $45 with wine tasting. uses Professional (Equity) Cozy up to a three-course tasting menu featuring and local San Diego area acchocolate in each course alongside perfectly paired tors, as well as local musiwines. Enjoy main course options like Cacoa Nib Sesame Crusted Albacore and Braised Veal Short Ribs cians and crew. served with Bitter Chocolate Risotto. San Diego Musical Theatre is always looking for people as passionate about VALENTINE’S DAY musical theatre as they are, Tuesday, February 14, from 5 to 10 p.m. to become a part of the $65 per person. SDMT family. If you would Celebrate love with a four-course menu featuring Truffle like more information about Cauliflower Panna Cotta, Mallard Duck Rillettes, Black SDMT, visit website www. Angus Filet Mignon, Red Velvet Cake Deconstructed, and more. Ask about our romantic room package sdmt.org . with the La Jolla Shores Hotel featuring oceanfront accommodations.
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Cathedral Catholic student releases ‘Speed of Dark’ EP, video James Morris, a high school junior at Cathedral Catholic High School, and accomplished singersongwriter, will be showcased at an upcoming major music event, Michele Clark’s Sunset Sessions, hosted at the Rancho Bernardo Inn. James is a storyteller whose music and lyrics describe his everyday observations of life with raw, natural honesty. With the upcoming release of James’ new EP, “Speed of Dark,” produced by multi-platinum producer/composer Gardner Cole, listeners will get a glimpse into the soul of this 17 year-old high school student. “What first attracted me to working with James is that he’s a great songwriter. There’s a craft to writing and he’s got it, he’s very talented for any age, but it’s really exciting that he’s only 17...He’s that good,” says Cole. Charles Unger, the director of the James Morris music video, had this to say about working with the young musician: “When I first heard ‘Speed of Dark’ it blew me away. The lyrics appealed to me visually as I immediately pictured James performing the song in the desert. I told James that his lyrics remind me very much of a poem I had written in my early 20s, which, I thought covered similar ground. ‘Speed of Dark’ is about a young man looking into his future, with hope and innocence. It’s the feeling that the world holds infinite possibilities. This song captures that youth and seals it in a bottle, which can be enjoyed forever. As much as this song speaks to me, I can see multiple interpretations that can apply to almost anyone. Our hope is that the video complemented the song in ways to broaden its lyrical meaning and enrich its musical appeal. Our whole crew had a great time making ‘Speed of Dark’ and we hope you enjoy watching it.” James will be releasing the EP concurrent with his performance at Michele Clark’s Sunset Sessions, an annual music-industry event. This year marks Sunset Sessions’ 15th anniversary edition and is being held Feb. 16-19 at the Rancho Bernardo Inn, San Diego. In addition, Speed Of Dark will be featured on Lurssen Mastering’s website http://lurssenmastering.com/indie-music-resources View “Speed fo Dark”: http://youtu.be/9iDrBNFNEHY. For more info on James Morris: www.jamesmorris.com. Editor’s Note: Look for a story on James Morris in next week’s paper.
2012 NKBA Kitchen + Bath Home Tour to be held March 10 The San Diego Chapter of the National Kitchen and Bath Association will host its annual Kitchen + Bath Home Tour, Saturday, March 10, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. This self-guided tour will be showcasing the talent and
Unique Golf Tournament raises over 100K for the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito The 7th annual HP Chip-in-for-Kids Golf Tournament benefitting the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito netted over $100,000 recently. This unique golf experience enabled golfers to play on the North Course of Torrey Pines Golf Club while the pros played their final round on the South Course during the Farmers Insurance Open PGA tournament. Numerous local sports celebrities including Padres Manager Bud Black, former Padres Second Basemen Mark Loretta, and current and former Chargers such as Takeo Spikes, Nate Kaeding, Nick Novak, Hank Bauer and David Binn were all in attendance to support the local charity. Also playing was IBGA World Blind Golf Champion, Jeremy Poincenot, who golfed an impressive round. For more information on the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Dieguito please visit PositivePlaceSD.org
vision of 10 local National Kitchen and Bath Association members in 12 homes throughout San Diego, two of which are in Carmel Valley. Tour participants will see artistic solutions brought to life and be given opportunities at each home to win several valuable prizes. A portion of this year’s proceeds benefit Veterans Village of San Diego. Tickets, project locations and additional information can be obtained at www.NKBASanDiego.org in advance for $20 or 2 for $30 or $25 at the door on the day of the event. Questions can be asked of Karen L’Heureux, AKBD, at NKBAsdTreasurer@ gmail.com or call Donna Tran, AKBD, at 619-7937096.