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he road ends here for The Phantom of the Opera. Or, more accurately, the road here is ending for The Phantom of the Opera.

This Fox Theatre sit-down is the sixth and final Southeastern hurrah for a Phantom touring company since 1991. When Andrew Lloyd Webber’s road warrior leaves town, it will visit Cleveland and Pittsburgh before heading to Los Angeles, where sometime in November, the masks, machinations and operatic trills will be mothballed for good.

The music of the night still continues on Broadway, however.

Well into its 22nd year — selling at 86 percent capacity — Phantom is easily the longest-running show in history. (Lloyd Webber’s Cats is a distant second, trailing by some 2,000 performances.) The tour has garnered impressive numbers as well. In all, there have been three national touring companies, affectionately dubbed “Christine,” “Raoul” and “Music Box” for the Broadway house the musical

calls home. Together they have grossed more than $1.5 billion and, by the time the Music Box troupe shutters in L.A., will have played a mind-bending 205 engagements in 98 cities for a total of 36 years and 14,605 performances.

But, back to the beginning.

The Phantom of the Opera, based on Frenchman Gaston Leroux’s serialized novel, opened on Broadway on Jan. 26, 1988. The show won seven Tony Awards (including Best Musical, Best Actor for Michael Crawford’s Phantom and Best Director for Harold Prince) in a season that also included Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods, the cult fave Chess and revivals of Anything Goes (with Patti LuPone), Cabaret (not the Alan Cumming version) and Dreamgirls.

In its two-plus decades on Broadway, Phantom has seen 20 women warble as the heroine Christine Daaé, 16 men play the Phantom, and 21 women take on the role of the tempestuous prima donna Carlotta Guidicelli.

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The company performs “Hannibal.”

“one of the greatest moments in all of musical theater history.”

As for her rituals? They happen out of sight and just as she takes her place during the overture, awaiting Carlotta’s first appearance she sings one note, the same note, every time. And just before the panic surrounding the discovery of Don Juan’s body, she jingles the medals worn by the fire inspector.

Stengel, a single mother and Houston native, has lived in New York since 1985. Her dream role? “It’s the one that’s Continued on page 58

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longest-running Carlotta in the world, having performed the role over 5,000 times. She’s sung the part in Hong Kong and Singapore, in much of Canada, and in at least 47 of the 50 United States. Her Broadway turn came in March 2008, opposite Howard McGillin’s Phantom, and “must have gone very well,” she says, “because the woman I understudied never talked to me again.” Stengel eventually took over the role.

Carlotta is the big cheese in a legitimate but small and struggling Paris opera company. She has worked very hard to become the reigning soprano, Stengel says, and isn’t willing to step aside for the timid, and in Carlotta’s view, far less talented Christine, despite the Phantom’s escalating threats. “Who is this little twit taking my job?” Stengel says, citing the diva’s point of view.

As for Phantom’s staying power?

Stengel says it’s a show that touches people and makes them want to see it again and again. “It’s an everyman story,” she explains. “And everyone seems to have some kind of emotional connection to a character.”

Among Stengel’s favorite moments are the act two opening number “Masquerade,” when the company pauses on the stairs, turns slightly and climbs in unison to thrilling harmonies, and an earlier moment when shrouds are ripped from the proscenium, and what looked like an auction house is revealed as the Paris Opera. She calls it

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Today, only 234 remain. The Fox Theatre Institute’s mission is to share the knowledge, wisdom, and experience of the Fox Theatre’s own challenging past and current successes with historic theatres around the state.

“The [Atlanta Landmarks Inc.] Board came to me and said, now that we’re stable financially, it is time to share the wealth,” says Fox Theatre General Manager Allan Vella. “No other theater in the world has what we do — the Restoration Department. We’re going to share that.

We’re going to pick theaters that want to renovate themselves, help them find grants and teach them how to do it.

“We’ve already been doing it for years, by sharing advice and going to other theaters, but we recognized a need to formalize it,” Vella continues. “[The Fox Institute] will select theaters that are in a good position — they have a supportive community, etc. — so we’re not setting them up for failure.”

For its pilot year, the Fox Institute selected 12 theaters and created a customized program for each. Some need assistance remodeling their lobby or auditorium. Some want to learn about sales and marketing, or need assistance with programming and ticket sales. Some want to train in-house restoration staff. The goal is to help the theaters become viable economic and cultural centers for the communities they’re in, much like the Fox Theatre has as it established itself as a cultural destination in Atlanta.

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It also has been the catalyst for the revitalization of Midtown Atlanta, creating an audience not only for live theater but also for restaurants, bars, nightclubs and hotels.

“The success of the Fox demonstrates the relevance of historic preservation,” Vella says. “With the money we make, we typically invest it in three ways. Every year, $1-$1.4 million dollars goes back into the building, we make donations to other theaters, and we have outreach programs. We’re a non-profit theater that makes money. We’ve been operating in the black for 30 years. If it wasn’t for Atlanta, we couldn’t do this.”

Alan E. Thomas, board president of Atlanta Landmarks, Inc., says, “Everyone should know the value of the arts. In America, it means $166 billion and 6 million jobs. In Atlanta, it’s a $274 million industry and has an economic impact of more than $700 million.” Fox Institute theaters are poised to make a tremendous difference statewide.

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cast The Phantom of the Opera....................................................................Tim Martin Gleason Christine Daaé................................................................................................................... TRISTA MOLDOVAN Christine Daaé (Sat. Mat. & Sun. Eve. [except 7/3 Mat.] & 7/1 Mat.)..................................................KELLY JEANNE GRANT Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny............................................................................................ Sean MacLaughlin Carlotta Giudicelli............................................................................................. KIM STENGEL Monsieur André............................................................................................ D.C. ANDERSON Monsieur Firmin ..........................................................................................MICHAEL McCOY Madame Giry ................................................................................................... nancy hess Ubaldo Piangi................................................................................................. Luke Grooms Meg Giry................................................................................................ PALOMA GARCIA-LEE Monsieur Reyer / Jeweler (“Il Muto”).................................................. THOMAS SCHUMACHER Auctioneer / Passarino (“Don Juan Triumphant”)...................................CARRINGTON VILMONT Hairdresser (“Il Muto”) / Marksman....................................................... DALLYN VAIL BAYLES Joseph Buquet / Firechief.........................................................................justin lee miller Don Attilio (“Il Muto”).............................................................. GREGORY EMANUEL RAHMING Monsieur Lefèvre........................................................................................ ANDREW VARELA Slave Master (“Hannibal”)........................................... DON BELLAMY * / Harlan Bengel** Solo Dancer (“Il Muto”)................................................. HARLAN BENGEL* / DON BELLAMY** Stagehand................................................................................................ lawrence asher Page (“Don Juan Triumphant”)................................................................ ANNIKA JOHANSSON Wardrobe Mistress / Confidante (“Il Muto”) . ........................................... PAMELA SHANDROW Princess .................................................................................................. ELIZABETH WELCH Spanish Lady (“Don Juan Triumphant”)....................................................... SATOMI HOFMANN Innkeeper’s Wife (“Don Juan Triumphant”) ............................................... SALLY ANN SWARM Madame Firmin / Wildwoman (“Hannibal”)............................................... ANNE KANENGEISER Fireman / Monk (“Don Juan Triumphant”)......................................... KIRK VAUGHN-ROBINSON The Ballet Chorus of the Opéra Populaire..............DARA ADLER, EMILY ADONNA, Polly baird, ERIN BROOKE BURTON, Triana Cristobal, ANNA LAGHEZZA, ELAINE MATTHEWS, KRISTI PATRICIA, LILY ROSE PECK Dance Captain/Ballet Swing............................................................................. JOELLE GATES Associate Dance Captain....................................................................................DARA ADLER Swings....................................................WILLIAM PATRICK DUNNE, MICHAEL SCOTT HARRIS, LAUREEN VIGIL Vacation Covers...................................... KYLE BARISICH, ROB LOREY, STEPHEN TEWKSBURY *Weeks of June 28, July 12 **Week of July 5

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who’s who TIM MARTIN GLEASON (The Phantom of the Opera) After completing a record-setting tenure as Raoul with 3 different American companies of Phantom, Tim returns to the National Tour, this time as the masked man. He began his Phantom journey with this very company in 2001 as member of the ensemble. He quickly took over the role of Raoul, which he played for over three years. He then had the honor of playing Raoul for the record-breaking Broadway Company when Phantom became the longest-running show in Broadway history. Mr. Gleason next originated the role of Raoul for Phantom: The Las Vegas Spectacular. In September of 2007 he rejoined the Broadway cast for an additional year and a half. With his time in all three companies, Mr. Gleason is the longest-running Raoul in American history, playing the role more than 2,600 times.

Mr. Gleason received a BS in psychology from Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia and actually pursued a business career for 4 years before deciding to become an actor. Prior to Phantom, he originated several roles, including Romeo in Terrence Mann’s musical Romeo & Juliet at Goodspeed and Adam Gernstein in The Rhythm Club at Signature Theatre, a role for which he received a prestigious Helen Hayes Award nomination. He has performed in theaters all across the country. Mr. Gleason is a proud member of AEA. For a full list of theatres and roles, visit him online at TimMartinGleason.com.

TRISTA MOLDOVAN (Christine Daaé) is delighted to join the National Tour of The Phantom of the Opera. Trista most recently appeared as Maggie in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at the Arkansas Repertory Theatre. She had the honor of working with Julie Andrews in the John Bucchino musical Simeon’s Gift. She played Cosette in the highly successful regional premiere of Les Misérables at the Pioneer Theater Company. Off-Broadway / NYC: Sally in Me and My Girl (Musicals Tonight), Rachel in Paul Revere (Theatreworks), Seffa in Faces of War (Makor Center) and readings with Stageplays Theater Co. Favorite regional credits include Gypsy (Louise), Nine (Carla), Born Yesterday (Billie Dawn), Carousel (Julie) and Cabaret (Sally). Television: “The Guiding Light,” “All My Children” and “As the World Turns.”

Trista is a proud graduate of the Baldwin-Wallace Conservatory of Music. Many thanks to the Talent Mine and teachers at “Camp Christine.” All the love in the world to Mom, Dad, Josh, Marisa, Steve and Vinnie. tristamoldovan.com SEAN MacLAUGHLIN (Raoul, Vicomte de Chagny) is proud to perform the role of Raoul. Broadway

– Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Woman In White.

Performed the roles of Vikram in Bombay Dreams and Armand in Elton John’s Lestat; Off-Broadway – The Audience and Requiem for William. Some favorite regional credits include: The Kennedy Center productions of The Sondheim Celebration: Merrily We Roll Along and Ken Ludwig’s re-tooling of Tom Sawyer; Signature Theatre: the workshop of Michael John LaChiusa’s The Highest Yellow, Forum (Hero), Into The Woods (Rapunzel’s Prince), The Rink (Dino) Grand Hotel (Erik); Flat Rock Theatre: Thoroughly Modern Millie (Jimmy), The Rainmaker (Starbuck), Children of Eden (Cain / Japheth), I Love You, You’re Perfect..( Man 2); Hangar Theater: My Fair Lady (Freddy). TV / Film: HBO’s Something the Lord Made (Dr Swedlin) and appeared in PBS’ Great Performances “South Pacific: In Concert from Carnegie Hall.” Sean thanks his family for their constant love and support. Member of Actors’ Equity since 1999.

D.C. ANDERSON (Monsieur André). An awardwinning singer / songwriter / concert artist, D.C. has released 10 recordings including 2009’s Close Companions, 2008’s Our Story, 2006’s I am Still and 2004’s Ballad. Holiday music enthusiasts will enjoy all is calm, all is bright (2001). All are available at iTunes and LMLMusic. com. D.C. also conceived and produced the benefit CDs Cabaret Noel: A Broadway Cares Christmas (1993) and In My Room (2010) to benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (visit inmyroomontheweb.com). Theater work includes: Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera.

National Tour: Martin Guerre, The Phantom of the Opera, Pippin, The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby. Regional Theatres: Steppenwolf (The Ballad of Little Jo), Northlight (Three Postcards), Rep Theater of St. Louis (The Laramie Project: Epilogue), Great Lakes Shakespeare (As You Like It), Guthrie (Martin Guerre). Also: Frank Strang (Equus), Luther Billis (South Pacific), Buddy (Follies), Voltaire / Pangloss (Candide) youtube. com/davidcameronanderson and dcanderson. net. Proud member of Actor’s Equity since 1982.

MICHAEL McCOY (Monsieur Firmin) has appeared across the U.S. and Canada in plays, musicals and cabaret. Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera. Off-Broadway: original casts of Bush is Bad, and Junie B. Jones. National Tours: The Phantom of the Opera and Cats. Regional theatres include Goodspeed, Walnut Street Playhouse, Virginia Stage Company, Alabama Shakespeare Festival, River Rep and the Depot Theatre on beautiful Lake Champlain. Many Atlanta’s Performing Arts Publication 25

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KIM STENGEL (Carlotta Giudicelli), is the longestrunning Carlotta worldwide. With over 5,000 performances she has appeared as Carlotta on Broadway and throughout the U.S., Canada and Asia, including the Toronto Company until its final performance with KISS rocker Paul Stanley as the “Phantom.” Ms. Stengel’s extensive opera and musical theatre career has taken her around the globe. London: The Gondoliers (Casilda) and the title role in Princess Ida. New York: Carousel (Carrie), Kismet (Marsinah), The Most Happy Fella (Rosabella) and The New Moon (Marrianne). As a lyric coloratura on the concert and opera stage, she has appeared in The Creation, Mass in C, War Requiem and Carmen.

National credits: The Sound of Music (Maria & Elsa), My Fair Lady (Eliza), Sweeney Todd (Ms. Lovett), Camelot (Guenevere), The Music Man (Marian). Ms. Stengel has also toured the world in her one-woman show and was guest performer at the 1989 Barcelona Summer Olympics.

Non-singing credits include leading roles in Uncle Vanya, Agnes of God, Pygmalion, Death of a Salesman, and the Southwest premiere of The Elephant Man. She is currently in postproduction for the upcoming motion-capture animated film The Adventures of Tintin: Secret of the Unicorn with director Steven Spielberg and producer Peter Jackson, scheduled for release in December 2011. She will portray the role of Bianca Castafiore opposite Daniel Craig, Jamie Bell and Andy Serkis. Her many entrepreneurial endeavors can be found at KimStengel.com. Her greatest and proudest production to date is her amazing and beautiful daughter Kendra.

NANCY HESS (Madame Giry) was last seen on Broadway in Chicago where she played both Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly. She has also appeared for Chita Rivera in Kiss of the Spider Woman and for Bernadette Peters in The Goodbye Girl opposite Martin Short. Other Broadway credits include: Jerome Robbins’ Broadway, Me and My Girl, Singin’ in the Rain, Phantom and On Your Toes. National Tours: My Fair Lady, Cats, Bob Fosse’s Dancin’ and The Boy Friend, directed by Julie Andrews. Regional credits include: Anything Goes (Reno Sweeney) at The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis, Baby (Arlene) at Pennsylvania Centre Stage, The Smell of the Kill (Nikki) at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, A Chorus Line (Cassie) at The Walnut Street Theatre, and Sunday in the Park with George (Yvonne) at L.A.’s Reprise Series, 26 EncoreAtlantA.com

directed by Jason Alexander. Television and film credits include Law and Order and Center Stage.

LUKE GROOMS (Ubaldo Piangi) is thrilled to be joining the cast of The Phantom of the Opera!

Newport, Tennessee born, Luke has earned a name for himself in the operatic world performing some 30+ opera roles including Rodolfo, Nemorino and Des Greiux. In 2008, he joined The Metropolitan Opera roster and has sung with prestigious opera companies including New York City Opera, Baltimore Opera, Opera Orchestra of New York at Carnegie Hall, Glimmerglass Opera, Des Moines Metro, Chautauqua Opera, Sarasota Opera and many more. Theater credits include: Dwight/God in the New York premiere of Jerry Springer: The Opera, Carnegie Hall and at Speakeasy Stage Company; Going Hollywood, The Old Globe directed by Jerry Mitchell; various cabarets in New York City and Fire Island. He is featured on the recording, Divas of a Certain Age, on Albany Records. Luke recently received a 2010 Elliot Norton nomination for Outstanding Musical Performance, for his work in Jerry Springer: The Opera. For more, go to lukegrooms.com. Luke is a proud member of Actor’s Equity Association.

PALOMA GARCIA-LEE (Meg Giry), is thrilled to be joining The Phantom of the Opera National Tour. Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera (Meg u/s, Swing). Regional: West Side Story (Graziella). Paloma is a recent graduate of the North Carolina School of the Arts in both the acting and dance departments. Paloma joined the Broadway company of The Phantom of the Opera at the young age of 17, making her one of the youngest performers ever hired for the production. Paloma has studied with American Ballet Theater, The Princeton Ballet School, Complexions Contemporary Ballet and Spirit in Motion Ballet Theater. She has performed at the legendary Radio City Music Hall and overseas in Hong Kong, China. Endless Thanks to God, my incredible parents, family and friends, and NCSA. KELLY JEANNE GRANT (Christine Daaé at certain performances), is beyond thrilled to be joining the cast of The Phantom of the Opera. She was seen most recently making her Broadway debut as Kathy in the 2007 Tony Award-winning revival of Company (Revival Cast Recording – Nonesuch Records). She also performed in the cast of the National Tour of Show Boat – (Magnolia U/S & Performed). Other National Tours include The Secret Garden and A Grand Night for Singing. In addition to many Off-Broadway bows, some of her regional favorites are: Cabaret (Sally), Jekyll

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bios & Hyde (Lucy), Victor / Victoria (Victoria), My Fair Lady (Eliza), Evita (Mistress), and Peter Pan (Pan).

Kelly made her PBS Great Performances debut recently in the National Broadcast recording of Stephen Sondheim’s Company. Current Television commercials: Subway, Food Network, QVC, Strayer University, JCPenney. Kelly is an avid marathon runner and gives many thanks to her Mom, Dad & Tom for their love and support.

Feel free to visit Kelly online at: kellygrant.com DARA ADLER (Associate Dance Captain / Ballet Chorus) Phantom (B’way). Paul Taylor Dance Company, Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Pennsylvania Ballet, Lincoln Center Festival, Juilliard Opera, Carnegie Hall, Katherine Dunham Documentary Project, Library of Congress.

I would like to acknowledge Joe Rubin and Monica Landry for their unyielding support in my professional career and personal evolution.

EMILY ADONNA (Ballet Chorus) is thrilled to be returning to the National Tour of The Phantom of the Opera. Previous credits include the Broadway Company of The Phantom of the Opera and the National Tour of Carousel directed by Nicholas Hytner. Emily was also a member of the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre and participated in the Tokyo International Choreography Competition dancing in classical pieces choreographed by Bill Iha. LAWRENCE ASHER (Stagehand). Broadway & TV: The Most Happy Fella. Off-Broadway: The Chosen, The Rise of David Levinsky, The Proposition. National Tours: My Fair Lady, The Music Man. Favorite roles: Sweeney Todd, Hajj, Pirate King, Figaro (Mozart). Love and thanks go to wife, stage manager Jenifer Shenker, his sisters and parents.

POLLY BAIRD (Ballet Chorus). A native of Los Angeles, Polly moved to New York City at age 8 and began her training at the School of American Ballet. While a student at SAB Polly danced children’s roles with the Kirov, New York City Ballet, and American Ballet Theatre. At 17, Polly made her Broadway debut in The Phantom of the Opera. She appeared in the 2006 Radio City Christmas Spectacular. While on the road Polly enjoys the company of Lexie, her English cocker spaniel. Much thanks to Denny Berry!

KYLE BARISICH (Vacation Cover) recently played Raoul in The Phantom of the Opera in Los Angeles and San Francisco. Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera. Regional: Titanic, South Pacific at Hollywood Bowl. Co-creator: A Touch of Vegas. Performs audience warm-up for “Regis 28 EncoreAtlantA.com

and Kelly.” Studied at USC & Manhattan School of Music. Also a published food writer. Thanks to his parents and AJB. DALLYN VAIL BAYLES (Hairdresser [“Il Muto”] / Marksman) is thrilled to join the Phantom tour.

Tours: Les Misérables (Enjolras, Feuilly [China premiere with Colm Wilkinson]). NYC: Children of Eden presentation with Stephen Schwartz (Adam). Regional: Phantom (Count), Secret Garden (Archibald). BFA from BYU. Solo album, Prayer. Many thanks to God and my beautiful family. dallynvailbayles.com DON BELLAMY (Slave Master [“Hannibal”] / Solo Dancer [“Il Muto”]) is originally from Washington, D.C. Don studied dance and musical theater at the Duke Ellington School of the Arts, thus taking his talents to the Youth Ensemble, Capital Ballet, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Dance Theatre of Harlem and Broadway in The Red Shoes and The Lion King.

HARLAN BENGEL (Slave Master [“Hannibal”] / Solo Dancer [“Il Muto”]) is thrilled to return to The Phantom of the Opera. Credits: Broadway company of The Phantom of the Opera, National Tour of My Fair Lady, San Francisco Ballet and Tulsa ­­Ballet. Regional: Carousel, Brigadoon, Miss Saigon, 7 Brides, Music Man, West Side Story.

Thanks to my beautiful wife, Jennifer, for all her support; I love you.

ERIN BROOKE BURTON (Ballet Chorus), a native of Florida, performed with Ballet Theatre of Pennsylvania, Bravo Ballet, and the Eglevsky Ballet. She trained at the Joffrey Ballet School. After touring with the national company of Phantom, she made her Broadway debut in Phantom. She thanks her family for their loving support.

TRIANA CRISTOBAL (Ballet Chorus) is a recent graduate of the Kirov Academy of Ballet and is thrilled to be joining The Phantom of the Opera cast. Before joining Phantom she performed with the Cincinnati Ballet. She’d like to thank her family, teachers, and friends for all their guidance and support throughout the years.

WILLIAM PATRICK DUNNE (Swing). AEA member since 1973, William began as a child actor on television and commercial work, continuing to a 20-year international ballet career. He has performed in over 25 musicals and plays nationally and on Broadway. Inspirational people ... Patsy Ruth, Jack Copeland, Peggy Chambers and my Buddha, Carl Ferguson.

bios JOELLE GATES (Dance Captain / Ballet Swing) comes directly from the Broadway Company of The Phantom of the Opera where she played the role of Meg Giry. Favorite regional credits include West Side Story, On The Town, Phantom (Belladova), La Cage Aux Folles, Chess and Kiss Me, Kate. Joelle is a recent graduate of The Julliard School.

MICHAEL SCOTT HARRIS (Swing). Regional: Pirates! (Paper Mill, Goodspeed), The Full Monty (North Shore), A Little Night Music, Jekyll & Hyde, Beauty and the Beast, Scarlet Pimpernel (Music Circus). M.M. in voice from U. of Nevada, Las Vegas. Regional finalist: Metropolitan Opera Competition.

SATOMI HOFMANN (Spanish Lady [“Don Juan Triumphant”]) Broadway: The Phantom of the Opera (Madame Giry). Satomi starred in EFX opposite Phantom originator Michael Crawford and, later, David Cassidy. Credits include: Midsummer... (Titania), Man of La Mancha (Aldonza), Seussical (Mayzie), Joseph... (Narrator).

TV: “Earth to America” (TBS), “Family Guy Live.”

Proud member of AEA. Love to my family and my friends, who are my family. satomihofmann.com ANNIKA JOHANSSON (Page [“Don Juan Triumphant”]), a Texas native, is honored to join the cast of Phantom. Recent credits include Cathy in The Last 5 Years (Penfold Theatre Co.); Hope Cladwell in Urinetown; Cinderella in Into The Woods. Training: Abilene Christian University. Love and gratitude to God, my family, and Amarillo Little Theatre.

ANNE KANENGEISER (Madame Firmin / Wildwoman [“Hannibal”]). Broadway: Little Women (Marmee standby); Ragtime. National Tour: Beauty & the Beast (Mrs. Potts). Regional: Passion (Fosca [1997 Helen Hayes Award]), Eleanor: An American Love Story (Eleanor Roosevelt [2000 Helen Hayes Award]), Kiss Me, Kate (Katherine / Lili), The King and I (Anna). TV: “Law & Order.”

Proud Equity Member. For you, Kevin.

ANNA LAGHEZZA (Ballet Chorus) trained at the School of American Ballet and went on to dance professionally with Miami City Ballet, Minnesota Dance Theater, the Metropolitan Opera Ballet, James Sewell Ballet, and BalletNY. She has performed roles in works by Balanchine, Tudor, Ashton, Lubovitch, Wheeldon, Sewell, Houlton, and Rhoden.

ROB LOREY (Vacation Cover). Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (B’way / National Tour), Aspects of Love (B’way / Toronto), the American in Chess

(Toronto), Show Boat (National Tour / London).

Regional work includes Cabaret, The Fantasticks, La Cage aux Folles. Soloist for West Side Story Suite (NYC Ballet) and South Pacific at Carnegie Hall. Rob can be heard on several Disney soundtracks, and he has a master’s in social welfare from Hunter College.

Elaine Matthews (Ballet Chorus) danced professionally with Pennsylvania Ballet, where she performed as a soloist in Le Travail, Cinderella and Company B. Favorite credits: Bloody Lies (Nina) at Midtown International Theater Festival, West Side Story (Anita), Fiddler on the Roof (Chava), Grease (Cha Cha) and Oklahoma! (Gertie / Dream Laurie). She studies acting with Robert McCaskill and voice with Kimberly Stern. Thanks to her family for their love and support.

JUSTIN LEE MILLER (Joseph Buquet / Firechief) created the role of Buquet in the original Las Vegas cast of The Phantom of the Opera. Opera companies: Los Angeles Opera, Lyric Opera Chicago, Opera-Comique, Paris. U.S. National Tours: Strike Up the Band, Kiss Me, Kate, Porgy and Bess. NYC: Kismet (Encores!). Regional Theater: Weston Playhouse, North Carolina Theatre, North Shore Music Theatre, Music Theatre of Wichita, and the Paper Mill Playhouse.

Proud member of Actors’ Equity.

Kristi Patricia (Ballet Chorus) is a native of Sherrill, NY. Kristi studied ballet under the Royal Academy of London and earned her BFA in Dance from SUNY Purchase. Favorite roles: George Balanchine’s Tarantella, Serenade, Romeo and Juliet and Beauty and the Beast. Much love to Mom, Dad, Joseph, Bear and Napoleon.

LILY ROSE PECK (Ballet Chorus), a native of Santa Fe, NM, has trained with The Kirov Academy of Ballet in Washington, D.C. and The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater School in New York. Lily has performed with The Santa Fe Opera, The Sean Curran Company and Aspen Santa Fe Ballet.

GREGORY EMANUEL RAHMING (Don Attilio [“Il Muto”]) Broadway: On the Town. Off-Broadway: Tenderloin. Regional: Show Boat (Joe), My Fair Lady (Alfred Doolittle). Opera: leading roles for NYCO National Tour, Glimmerglass, Florida Grand, Mobile, Memphis, Indianapolis Opera.

Roles: Figaro, Papageno, Escamillo, Marcello, Sharpless and Porgy. A recitalist worldwide, he has won numerous awards, including the Luciano Pavarotti Competition.

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bios THOMAS SCHUMACHER (Monsieur Reyer / Jeweler [“Il Muto”]) recently played Jean Valjean in Les Misérables for Chanhassen Theatres in Minnesota. He has sung roles for Opera Delaware, Opera Omaha, The Minnesota Opera; performed at Radio City Music Hall and toured nationally with Carol Channing in Hello, Dolly! He is a Chicago native, holds a B.A. from Yale and has been a member of Actor’s Equity since 1978.

PAMELA SHANDROW (Wardrobe Mistress / Confidante [“Il Muto”]) is excited to be joining her first touring company, and is proud that it will be with Phantom. Chicago credits: The Music Man, Drury Lane Oakbrook (Ethel Toffelmeier); Mikado, Pheasant Run (Peep Bo). Regional: Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre. Love and thanks to all my family! XOXO SALLY ANN SWARM (Innkeeper’s Wife [“Don Juan Triumphant”]) direct from Tommy Tune’s Dr. Dolittle, performed Tintypes (Anna Held) for Lincoln Center’s Archives. Broadway / Tour: Cats (Jennyanydots, Jellylorum, Grizabella), Donald O’Connor’s Show Boat, Leslie Caron’s Can-Can, Richard Burton and Richard Harris’ Camelot including HBO Assistant Choreographer. Opera / Oratorio: Hansel and Gretel (Gretel), Fauré Requiem. Thanks to MANY ...

STEPHEN TEWKSBURY (Vacation Cover) Broadway: Miss Saigon (Shultz, u/s Chris), The Phantom of the Opera. Nat’l tour: Les Miserables (Javert, Enjolras), The Phantom of the Opera (Lefevre, u/s Phantom). Stephen has performed with the Seattle Symphony, Portland Symphony and has sung the national anthem in numerous ballparks and stadiums throughout the country.

Special thanks to Kim and his 6-year-old son, Matthew, who accept Daddy’s crazy schedule.

ANDREW VARELA (Monsieur Lefèvre) Broadway: Roundabout’s 2008 Tony-nominated Sunday in the Park with George (Jules), Les Misérables (Jean Valjean), Little Women (Professor Bhaer), King David. National Tours: Little Women (Prof.

Bhaer), Les Misérables (Jean Valjean), Evita, Cats.

AEA member since ‘91. For Susan and Oscar. I love YOU! AndrewVarela.com KIRK VAUGHN-ROBINSON (Fireman / Monk [“Don Juan Triumphant”]) Opera: The Magic Flute (Papageno), Sorg/Whitewater Opera; Andrea Chenier (Mathieu), Cincinnati Opera; Romeo et Juliette (Gregorio) and Il Barbiere de Siviglia (Fiorello), Dayton Opera. Musical Theatre: The Fantasticks (El Gallo); Man of La Mancha (Don 30 EncoreAtlantA.com

Quixote); My Fair Lady (Freddy Eynsford-Hill).

Cincinnati Pops (guest soloist), Santa Fe Opera Apprentice Artist. Kirk is also an accomplished sculptor. kirkvaughn.com LAUREEN VIGIL (Swing). Virginia Opera; Die Fledermaus (Adele), West Side Story (Maria), Metropolitan Opera Guild; Il Barbiere de Siviglia, Anchorage Opera; Hansel & Gretel (Gretel), Ash Lawn; Don Pasquale (Norina), Don Giovanni (Zerlina), Carousel (Carrie), Connecticut Opera; La Cenerentola (Clorinda), Virginia Symphony (guest soloist). BME University of New Mexico, MM Arizona State. Please visit Laureen’s website at laureenvigil.com CARRINGTON VILMONT (Auctioneer / Passarino [“Don Juan Triumphant”]) Broadway: Phantom.

Off-Broadway: The Second Tosca. Regional: Half A Sixpence (Goodspeed), Cabaret (Pittsburgh Public), The Telephone and The Medium (Hawaii Opera Theatre). Film / TV: Death In Love (2008 Sundance); The Tell-Tale Heart, Romance Languages, Flight of the Conchords. Graduate of Northwestern University.

ELIZABETH WELCH (Princess), Colorado native, is thrilled to join Phantom and her first National Tour. Regional: Les Misérables (Cosette), The Taffetas (Peggy), Beauty and the Beast (Belle), West Side Story (Maria). Opera: Le Nozze di Figaro (Susanna), Les Contes d’Hoffmann (Olympia), L’Elisir d’Amore (Adina). Love and thanks to everyone…

ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER (Composer / Book / Co-orchestrator) is the composer of The Likes of Us, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, By Jeeves, Evita, Variations and Tell Me On A Sunday later combined as Song & Dance, Cats, Starlight Express, The Phantom of the Opera, Aspects of Love, Sunset Boulevard, Whistle Down the Wind, The Beautiful Game and The Woman in White.

He composed the film scores of Gumshoe and The Odessa File, and a setting of the Latin Requiem Mass Requiem. He has also produced in the West End and on Broadway not only his own work but the Olivier award-winning plays La Bête and Daisy Pulls It Off. In summer 2002 in London he presented the groundbreaking A R Rahman musical Bombay Dreams. In 2004, he produced a film version of The Phantom of the Opera directed by Joel Schumacher. In 2006 he oversaw a new production of Evita in London, a unique version of The Phantom of the Opera in Las Vegas and pioneered television casting for musical theatre with the hit BBC series “How

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bios Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria?,” which won an International Emmy. He followed this with the equally successful series “Any Dream Will Do,” which cast the title role in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. He bought the Palace Theatre in 1983 and currently owns seven London theatres including the Palace, the Theatre Royal Drury Lane and the London Palladium. His awards include seven Tonys, three Grammys including Best Contemporary Classical Composition for Requiem, six Oliviers, a Golden Globe, an Oscar, an International Emmy, the Praemium Imperiale, the Richard Rodgers award for Excellence in Musical Theatre and the Kennedy Center Honor. He was knighted in 1992 by Her Majesty the Queen and created an honorary life peer in 1997.

HAROLD PRINCE (Director) directed the premiere productions of Cabaret, Sweeney Todd, A Little Night Music, The Phantom of the Opera, She Loves Me, Company, Follies, Candide, Pacific Overtures, Evita and Parade. Before becoming a director, Mr. Prince’s productions included The Pajama Game, Damn Yankees, West Side Story, Fiddler on the Roof, Fiorello! and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Among the plays he has directed are Hollywood Arms, The Visit, The Great God Brown, End of the World, Play Memory and his own play, Grandchild of Kings. Recently, he prepared a new version of Phantom, which is running in Las Vegas at the Venetian Hotel. Recently he was represented on Broadway with the new musical LoveMusik at Manhattan Theatre Club’s Biltmore Theater.

His opera productions have been seen at Lyric Opera of Chicago, the Metropolitan Opera, San Francisco Opera, Houston Grand Opera, Dallas Opera, Vienna Staatsoper and the Theater Colon in Buenos Aires. He served as a trustee for the New York Public Library and on the National Council of the Arts of the NEA. He is the recipient of a National Medal of Arts for the year 2000 from President Clinton for a career spanning more than 40 years, in which “he changed the nature of the American musical.”

The recipient of 21 Tony Awards, he was a 1994 Kennedy Center Honoree.

CHARLES HART (Lyrics) was born in London and educated in Maidenhead and Cambridge.

He has written words for musicals (The Phantom of the Opera, Aspects of Love, The Kissing Dance, The Dreaming), opera (The Vampyr, BBC2) and miscellaneous songs, as well as both words and music for television (“Watching,” “Split Ends,” 32 EncoreAtlantA.com

Granada TV) and radio (“Love Songs,” BBC Radio). His Two Studies for String Quartet were performed by the Sacconi Quartet in February 2005 at London’s Purcell Room. Charles Hart’s photographs have appeared on posters and in Playbills, as well as publications ranging from Attitude to the Daily Telegraph, and in 2003 he was one of three photographers to be featured in an exhibition organized by UNICEF to celebrate the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. He lives and works in London.

RICHARD STILGOE (Book and Additional Lyrics) lives on a building site in England with his wife, children and a Komatsu PC 120 digger. In his spare time, he writes lyrics (Cats, Starlight Express and The Phantom of the Opera), whole musicals (Bodywork, Brilliant the Dinosaur), performs in cabaret and plays cricket. He also directs the Orpheus Trust, which organizes music and drama courses for people with disabilities. For his radio work he has won the New York Radio Festival Gold Award, three Monte Carlo prizes and the Prix Italia – a record unmatched in broadcasting.

GILLIAN LYNNE (Musical Staging and Choreography). Leading soloist with Sadler’s Wells Ballet, London Palladium’s principal dancer, Errol Flynn’s co-star, instrumental in the development of British jazz dance. Gillian’s 50-plus Broadway and West End shows include Tonight at Eight, Once Upon a Time, The Match Girls, Tomfoolery, Jeeves Takes Whittington. For the RSC: The Boyfriend, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, The Comedy of Errors, The Way of the World, As You Like It, Once in a Lifetime and The Secret Garden. As choreographer and stager, her productions include The Roar of the Greasepaint, Pickwick, How Now Dow Jones, The Ambassador, The Card, Phil The Fluter, Hans Christian Andersen, The Yeoman of the Guard, My Fair Lady and Songbook. Her opera work includes The Trojans, The Flying Dutchman and Bluebeard; her ballets Fool on the Hill, Lippizaner, The Brontes, Some You Win, Journey (the Bolshoi), and A Simple Man (British Academy Award). Her BBC production “Le Morte d’Arthur” received the Samuel G. Engel Award. She staged many Muppet Shows and her 11 feature films include “Half-a-Sixpence,” “Man of La Mancha” and “Yentl.” However, she is best known for her worldwide choreography and direction of Cats.

Gillian’s latest blockbuster Chitty Chitty Bang Bang played at the London Palladium. She was awarded the CBE in 1997.

bios MARIA BJÖRNSON — 1949-2002 (Production Designer). Maria’s opera productions include Donnerstag aus Licht, Der Rosenkavalier, and The Tales of Hoffman (Royal Opera House, Covent Garden); Die Valküre, Toussant L’Ouverture, and The Gambler (English National Opera, Coliseum, London); The Queen of Spades (Nederlandse Opera), Katya Kabanova and Jenufa (Houston Opera). In 1983 Maria was the winner of the silver medal at the Prague Bienniale for The Janacek Cycle at the Welsh National Opera. Theatre work includes: Hamlet, The Tempest, Camille, Measure for Measure, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Royal Shakespeare Company); The Cherry Orchard (Chichester Festival Theatre) and The Lonely Road (Old Vic). Musicals: The Phantom of the Opera, which originated at Her Majesty’s Theatre, London and is now playing worldwide; the London and Broadway productions of Aspects of Love and Follies (Shaftesbury Theatre). Maria has had numerous awards worldwide in this field, most notably two Tonys, two Drama Desk Awards, the New York Outer Critics’ Circle Award and twice the Drama Magazine Award for Best Design.

ANDREW BRIDGE (Lighting Designer). Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle Awards (New York) and the Los Angeles Critics Award for his designs for The Phantom of the Opera and the Tony, Los Angeles Critics and Ovation Awards for his lighting of Sunset Boulevard — both seen worldwide. He also designed the lighting for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Aspects of Love, Five Guys Named Moe, Heathcliff, Torvill and Dean’s World Tour, Shirley Bassey in Concert, Siegfried and Roy spectacular in Las Vegas and Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show at Disneyland Paris. For several years he was an award-winning consultant to the design company Imagination. Andrew Bridge lives in London with his wife and three children.

MARTIN LEVAN (Sound Designer). After 10 years as a recording engineer and record producer, Martin Levan began his theatrical career in 1982 when he supervised the sound for Song & Dance in London. Since then Martin has been responsible for designing the sound for many worldwide productions including Cats, Starlight Express, The Phantom of the Opera, Aspects of Love, Kiss of the Spider Woman, Show Boat, Sunset Boulevard and Whistle Down the Wind. Martin’s recordings include the original Broadway album of Cats which won him a Grammy Award. Martin and his wife, Karen, live in Wales and have children, Remy, Toby and Kim.

DAVID CULLEN (Co-Orchestrator) has worked for Andrew Lloyd Webber on the orchestrations of Cats, Song & Dance, Starlight Express, The Phantom of the Opera, Aspects of Love and Sunset Boulevard. Other shows that he has orches­trated include the London revivals of Can-Can, Carmen Jones and The Baker’s Wife. On record he has arranged music for Sheena Easton, Tina Turner, Barbra Streisand, Kiri Te Kanawa (“Christmas Songs”), Shirley Bassey, The King’s Singers, Cantabile and Julian Lloyd Webber. His music for television includes “The Bretts,” “Relative Strangers” and “Surgical Spirit.”

DAVID CADDICK (Musical Supervision and Direction) has been the Music Director for numerous Broadway and London West End musicals including Evita, Cats, Song & Dance, Starlight Express, The Phantom of the Opera, Miss Saigon, Sunset Boulevard and Mary Poppins. He was the Executive Producer for the Broadway production of Oklahoma! Music Director for the world premiere of Stephen Sondheim’s Bounce and Music Director for the film of Evita starring Madonna. He won a Grammy Award for producing the complete symphonic recording album recording of Les Misérables and he also produced the cast albums of Oliver!, Oklahoma!, My Fair Lady, Mary Poppins and the 2006 revival of A Chorus Line.

JONATHAN GORST (Musical Direction / Conductor) is pleased to return to this company after spending the past two years with the Las Vegas production of Phantom, the Las Vegas Spectacular. Jonathan was the Musical Director for the National Tour of Cats and has been involved in productions of The Woman in White on Broadway and Thoroughly Modern Millie at the La Jolla Playhouse. He is a native of Colorado where he was Musical Director for the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center and the Imperial Players.

Jonathan would like to thank his friends and family for all of their love and support through the years.

AMY MARSICO (Production Stage Manager).

Broadway and NYC: …Forum, Titanic, Cats, The Full Monty, Steel Pier (pre-Broadway workshop), A Christmas Carol (Madison Square Garden); National Tours: Titanic, The Wizard of Oz, The Full Monty; Europe: Quills (Eastern European premiere), Buried Child. Amy is also a facilitator for arts and social change workshops, based on Augusto Boal’s Theatre of the Oppressed, and she is the co-author of Transforming Trauma: An Interactive Role Play for Community Leaders and Atlanta’s Performing Arts Publication 33

bios Caregivers. Amy has a master’s degree in Conflict Transformation and Peacebuilding.

JASON J. CARROLL (Stage Manager). Broadway: In My Life, Cabaret, Thou Shalt Not; National Tours: The Full Monty, The Producers, Jolson, The Musical; Off-Broadway: Hair (Encores!), Bloomer Girl (Encores!), Mr. Goldwyn, Blue Window.

Opening & Closing Ceremonies Gay Games VII; numerous productions at Goodspeed, Paper Mill, and Washington Opera. B.F.A. University of Michigan.

ANNE MICHELSON (Assistant Stage Manager).

On tour: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Broadway: The Coast of Utopia; Doubt; Absurd Person Singular.

And ... elsewhere: Radio Golf; The Father; The Comedy of Errors; King Lear; Guest from the Future; et cetera.

DAVID HANSEN (Advance Stage Manager).

Equity Member since 1979. Broadway: 42nd Street. Toronto/Los Angeles: Ragtime. Chicago: Show Boat. Los Angeles: City of Angels. National Tours: Wicked, The Phantom of the Opera, Joseph... Dreamcoat, Miss Saigon, Les Misérables, Singin’ in the Rain, 42nd Street, Fiddler on the Roof, Hello, Dolly! A Texas native, now living in Utah, enjoys hiking, skiing and fresh caramels.

Kristen Blodgette (Associate Musical Supervisor) has been associated with The Phantom of the Opera since its New York opening, supervising (as assistant to David Caddick) the Broadway production; the U.S. National Tours; and companies in Hamburg, Switzerland, Belgium, Copenhagen, Stuttgart, Madrid and Mexico City. Additional credits include The Woman in White (Broadway), Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (Broadway), Cats (Broadway and North American tours, Mexico and Copenhagen), Sunset Boulevard (Broadway, Los Angeles and touring production), Bounce (Goodman Theatre, Kennedy Center), Jesus Christ Superstar (Broadway and Mexico), Carrie (Broadway) and National Tours of On Your Toes, Jerry’s Girls and Barnum. Kristen recently served as Musical Supervisor/Director for the Manhattan Theatre Club production of LoveMusik directed by Harold Prince with book

by Alfred Uhry. Kristen is currently the Associate Conductor of Mary Poppins (Broadway). She is presently working on the development of a new musical called Prairie directed by Francesca Zambello with music by Rachel Portman.

DENNY BERRY (Production Dance Supervisor) is responsible for 11 worldwide productions 34 EncoreAtlantA.com

of The Phantom of the Opera as Associate Choreographer including the Las Vegas production. Other Broadway: Jesus Christ Superstar. She wrote, directed and choreographed her own theater piece A Soul Wailing in Darkness. She has created work from Vienna, Austria, to Austin, Texas, including A Christmas Carol / Kevin Moriarty / Trinity Rep; Street Scene / Francesca Zambello / Houston Grand Opera; Lord of the Rings/ Stromberger / Berlin; In Love / Dead Poet Project / Westchester Ballet. In addition to taking care of Phantom, choreographing her own work, and teaching ballet, she has also founded her own floral and garden design company, DB BLOOMS. She is a graduate of the University of Texas where, together with her late husband Steve Barton, she has been honored with an endowed Presidential Scholarship.

PETER von MAYRHAUSER (Production Supervisor). In addition to his duties on this legendary production of Phantom, Mr. von Mayrhauser also served as Associate Director on the recent Broadway production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Previously, he is very proud to have worked with Director Nicholas Hytner on two noteworthy productions: Sweet Smell of Success, starring John Lithgow and the landmark production of Carousel at Lincoln Center. He has also served as Production Stage Manager for many Broadway shows, including Stephen Sondheim’s Putting it Together, Michael Bennett’s A Chorus Line, Bob Fosse’s Dancin’, and Tommy Tune’s productions of My One and Only and The Will Rogers Follies. Dramas include Children of a Lesser God, directed by Gordon Davidson, and Drinks Before Dinner, directed

by Mike Nichols. In addition, Peter was, for five years, a Producer and General Manager. With his partner, Barbara Darwall, he produced several off-Broadway shows including Beirut and The Widow’s Blind Date, and general managed the Tony Award-winning production of All My Sons starring Richard Kiley.

RUTH MITCHELL – 1919-2000 (Assistant to Mr. Prince) was associate producer of several Prince hits including A Little Night Music, Follies, Company, Superman, Zorba and Pacific Overtures.

She was the assistant director on The Phantom of the Opera, Kiss of the Spider Woman and Show Boat and also the revivals of Cabaret and Evita.

She has directed companies of West Side Story, Cabaret, A Little Night Music, Fiddler on the Roof and Evita and was assistant director on the

August 28th & 29th

Join Atlanta’s Top Chefs in Historic Grant Park This Summer Corks & Forks is a featured event during the Grant Park Summer Shade Festival. Enjoy the culinary arts with food, wine, craft ales offered by top chefs, sommeliers and brew masters from 1:00-5:00 pm each day. Then enjoy the art, music and fun of the Festival. Proceeds benefit the Grant Park Conservancy and its efforts to restore Atlanta’s oldest park.

$35 in advance/$45 at the door (if available).

For a complete listing and ticket purchase please visit www.summershade.org or call 404-521-0938.

To learn more about the Grant Park Conservancy visit www.gpconservancy.org.

bios movie version of “A Little Night Music.” Miss Mitchell began her association with Mr. Prince as production stage manager on West Side Story and continued in that capacity on every Prince show through Fiddler on the Roof. Prior to her work with Mr. Prince, she was production stage manager for Mr. Roberts, The King and I and Gypsy.

TARA RUBIN CASTING (Casting). Upcoming: A Little Night Music. B’way / tours: Billy Elliot, Shrek, Guys and Dolls, The Country Girl, Rock N’Roll (U.S. casting), Farnsworth Invention, Young Frankenstein, Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, My Fair Lady, Pirate Queen, Les Misérables, History Boys (U.S. Casting), Spamalot, Jersey Boys, Spelling Bee, Producers, Mamma Mia!, Good Vibrations, Bombay Dreams, Oklahoma!, Flower Drum Song, Imaginary Friends, Metamorphoses, Frogs, Contact, Thou Shalt Not, Man of No Importance. Yale Rep. JOHNSON-LIFF ASSOCIATES (Original Casting) cast all the productions of The Phantom of the Opera on this side of the Atlantic since its New York premiere on Jan. 28, 1988. The casting directors during the runs of these companies – Geoff, Tara, Andy, Ron and Jamibeth – and their assistants dedicate their work to Vinnie Liff (June 3, 1950 – Feb. 25, 2003).

JAKE BELL (Technical Production Manager) has been a stage manager, production stage manager and technical production manager on Broadway productions for over 20 years (14 of them working with Cameron Mackintosh). His Broadway, National and International credits include Wicked, We Will Rock You, The Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, Swan Lake, Putting It Together, Dreamgirls, Cats, Chess, Shirley Valentine, and Five Guys Named Moe. Jake has also consulted on theater renovations all over the U.S. and served as a guest speaker for college and university theater arts classes.

ALAN WASSER ASSOCIATES (General Manager), under the supervision of Alan Wasser and Allan Williams, oversees and supervises The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway, Phantom on tour and in Las Vegas, and A Chorus Line, Walking With Dinosaurs, and The Backyardigans Live! on tour in North America. Upcoming productions include Spider-Man, Million Dollar Quartet and Dreamgirls.

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over the world including Cats, Les Misérables and Phantom (the three longest-running musicals in Broadway history), Miss Saigon, Little Shop of Horrors, Side by Side by Sondheim, Follies, Martin Guerre, The Witches of Eastwick and acclaimed revivals of My Fair Lady, Oliver! and Oklahoma!.

For the past 30 years it has been his longstanding ambition to produce a stage musical of Mary Poppins and he is delighted to be doing so with Disney, which has been an enormous success in both London and on Broadway. His latest production of Oliver! has just opened at London’s historic Theatre Royal Drury Lane with Rowan Atkinson starring as Fagin leading a huge company and orchestra of over 100. New productions of Les Misérables are continually opening all over the world and an interNational Touring company will open at the end of 2009 in a new staging followed by a U.S. tour in 2010. He owns seven theatres in London’s West End: The Prince of Wales, Gielgud, Queen’s, Wyndham’s, Noel Coward, Novello and The Prince Edward. In 1995 his company received the Queen’s Award for Export Achievement, and he was knighted in the 1996 New Year’s Honours for his services to British Theatre.

THE REALLY USEFUL COMPANY INC. (Producer) is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Really Useful Group Limited which has produced, co-produced or licensed throughout the world Aspects of Love, The Beautiful Game, Bombay Dreams, By Jeeves, Cats, Daisy Pulls It Off, The Hired Man, Jeeves Takes Charge, Jesus Christ Superstar, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, La Bête, Lend Me a Tenor, The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber, On Your Toes, The Phantom of the Opera, Shirley Valentine, Song & Dance, Starlight Express, Sunset Boulevard, Tell Me on a Sunday, Whistle Down the Wind and The Woman in White.

Phantom – The Las Vegas Spectacular and new London productions of Evita and The Sound of Music opened in 2006 and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in 2007. The Really Useful Group is also actively involved in recording, merchandising, music publishing, television, film and video; and owns and manages seven theatres in London’s West End. THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP is actively involved throughout the world in theatre and concert production, recording, games and merchandising, music publishing, television, film and video. The group also co-owns and manages 13 theatres in London’s West End.

bios OPENING NIGHT: JUly 2, 2010 Staff for “THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA” General Management ALAN WASSER ASSOCIATES Alan Wasser Allan Williams Steve Greer Booking & Engagement Management AWA TOURING SERVICES Alison Spiriti Robin Mishik-Jett Tour Press & Marketing Representative Type A Marketing Anne Rippey Jenna Gilfoil DJ Martin Andrew Cole Assistant to Mr. Prince RUTH MITCHELL Production Supervisor Peter von Mayrhauser Production Dance Supervisor DENNY BERRY Associate Musical Supervisor KRISTEN BLODGETTE Casting TARA RUBIN CASTING Technical Production Manager..........................JAKE BELL Company Manager.............................Susan Guszynski Production Stage Manager......................... AMY MARSICO Stage Manager........................................Jason J. Carroll Assistant Stage Manager......................... Anne Michelson Advance Stage Manager............................. David Hansen Assistant Company Manager...........Michelle H. Tamagawa Dance Captain...............................................Joelle Gates Associate Dance Captain . ..................................... .Dara Adler U.S. Design Staff Associate Scenic Designer..........................PAUL WEIMER Associate Costume Designer.....................SAM FLEMING, JANET GRANT Associate Lighting Designer........................ VIVIEN LEONE Assistants to the Scenic Designer.............. Dennis Moyes, John Paul Geurts, Dana Kenn Assistant to the Costume Designer.......... Nancy Palmatier Assistant to the Lighting Designer................. Paul Palazzo U.K. Consultant Staff Lighting Consultant.................................... Howard Eaton Sculptures Consultant................................. Stephen Pyle Associate Manager..................................... Thom Mitchell Casting Directors..................................Eric Woodall CSA, Laura Schutzel CSA, Merri Sugarman CSA, Dale Brown Casting Assistants.............. Paige Blansfield, Kaitlin Shaw Production Carpenter..................................Joseph Patria Production Electrician.............................Robert Fehribach Production Propertyman............................... Timothy Abel Production Automation Carpenter................. James Harris Production Sound Supervisor................... Shannon Slaton Production Hair Supervisor.......................Leone Gagliardi Production Make-up Supervisor.............. Thelma L. Pollard Master Carpenter....................................Randy Moreland Master Electrician................................... Roger Desmond

Company Carpenter...................................... Billy Kimbley Company Propertyman.......................... Gregory Tassarino Company Soundman.................................. Duane McKee Company Wardrobe Supervisor.......................Frankie Fehr Company Hair Supervisor........................Karen Dickenson Pyro Technician........................................... Kevin Ankele Automation Carpenters........ John McPherson, Don Adcock Flyman............................................................ .Emil Ellis Assistant Carpenters...... Henry Talarowski, Brian Weinkauf Assistant Electricians...................Will King, Edgar Vanegas Assistant Propertyman.............................Edward DeJesus Assistant Soundman....................................Adam Fitchett Assistant Wardrobe Supervisors.................. Julia Kennedy, Sarah Moore Sewing Supervisor.......................................Mark J. Smith “Christine” Dresser......................................... Dawna Ellis Advance Carpenters..................Jacel Evans, Jim Hegwood, Steve Ruelle Advance Riggers.............Michael Gosenski, Marc Mannoni Advance Automation Carpenter........................ Dan Frasco Advance Electricians..................Keith Harris II, Jim Phelps Advance Propertyman............................... Marvin Crosland Advance Sound............................................... Greg Bober Advance Wardrobe Staff............................Mara Moreland, David Poole, Don Skelton Hairdressers...............................Jenna Barrios, Jenn Chin, Jane Larson, Jennifer A. Light Make-up Artist and Supervisor.................Rudy D. Guerrero Make-up Swing........................................ Jennifer A. Light Associate Conductor...................................David Robison Rehearsal Pianist.......................................... Edwin Milam Music Coordinator...................................Michael Brothers Musical Preparation Supervisor (U.S.)......... Chelsea Music Service, Inc. Donald Oliver, Evan Morris Synthesizer Consultant......................... Brett Alan Sommer I.C. Music Group, Inc. Assistants to the General Manager.......... Christopher Betz, Cathy Kwon, Jake Hirzel, Patty Montesi, Jennifer Mudge National Press Representative The Publicity Office Marc Thibodeau / Michael S. Borowski Legal Counsel........................................F. Richard Pappas Legal Advisor to ..............................................................

The Really Useful Company................Eastman & Eastman John Eastman, Thomas McCabe; Brooks & Distler Marsha Brooks Accounting....................... Rosenberg, Neuwirth & Kuchner, Chris Cacace Logo Design and Graphics............. Dewynters PLC, London Merchandising.....................Dewynters Merchandising Inc. Advertising ................... Serino Coyne Inc., Greg Corradetti, Cosmic Design, Rich Stein Insurance (U.S.).................................. DeWitt Stern Group Peter K. Shoemaker Insurance (U.K.)...................... Walton & Parkinson Limited Richard Walton Banking...............................................................TD Bank Travel Arrangements................. Road Rebel Entertainment, Carolyn Peachy, Julie Prioste, Jen Han

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bios Customs Broker (U.S.)................... John V. Carr & Son, Inc. Customs Broker (U.K.)........................ Prime Express Ltd. Payroll Service............................ Castellana Services, Inc. Production Photographer............................... Joan Marcus CREDITS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS Scenery construction and boat automation by Hudson Scenic Studios, Inc.; The Stage Command Scenic Motion Control System by Harris Production Services, Inc. & Scenic Technologies; Scenery and backdrops painted by Half Moon Productions, Inc.; Sculptural elements and “Masquerade” dummies by Novellino of Costume Armour, Inc.; “Opera Ball” newel post statues and elephant by Nino Novellino of Cost, Inc.; Proscenium sculptures by Stephen Pyle; Draperies and soft goods manufactured by I. Weiss and Sons, Inc.; Special aluminum structures by Tait Towers, Inc; Set and hand properties by Seitzer & Miller Associates, Inc.; Firearms supplied by Jauchem and Meeh, Inc.; “Christine” and “Buquet” dummies by Eion Sprott; Lighting equipment and special lighting effects by Four Star Lighting, Inc.; Electric dimmers system manufactured

by Entertainment Technology, Inc., Portland, Oregon; Electric distribution system by Production Arts Lighting, Inc.; Pyro effects by Bob Hughes; Sound equipment and audio technical support by Masque Sound and Recording Corp.; “Christine,” “Hannibal,” “Masquerade,” ”Degas,” and “Sylvan Glade” costumes executed by Parsons/ Meares, Ltd.; “Il Muto,” “Don Juan” and “Sitz Probe” costumes by Carelli Costumes, Inc.; Men’s tailoring by Vincent Costumes, Inc.; Additional costumes by MichaelJon Costumes & Eric Winterling Costumes; Stagehand costumes and men’s shirts by Scafati, NY; Costume crafts for “Hannibal” and “Masquerade” by Harper-Nihda Studio; Hats by J. Douglas James; Millinery and masks

by Rodney Gordon Studio; Additional hats & crafts by Arley Berryhill. Women’s shoes and boots by Peter Fox; Footwear by Sharlot Battin of Montana Leatherworks, Ltd., JC Theatrical & Custom Footwear, and Capezio, NY; Jewelry

by Miriam HaskelI Jewels, Inc.; Wigs by The Wig Party; Furs

by Christie Brothers. Garcia y Vega cigars used; Costumes laundered in Whirlpool equipment.

Mumm Champagne courtesy of The Seagram Classics Wine Company ”The Phantom” make-up created and designed by Christopher Tucker Magic Consultant — Paul Daniels CAMERON MACKINTOSH, INC. Managing Director..................................... Nicholas Allott Production Associate...................................Shidan Majidi THE REALLY USEFUL COMPANY, INC. Controller......................................... Elizabeth A. Morgan Finance Associates............ Blake Hamilton, Candra Harris Public Relations.............Brown, Lloyd, James/Peter Brown THE REALLY USEFUL GROUP, LTD. Directors............................... THE LORD LLOYD WEBBER, THE LADY LLOYD WEBBER, ANDRÉ PTASZYNSKI, JONATHAN HULL, HOWARD WITTS, MARK WORDSWORTH

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THE ACTORS AND STAGE MANAGERS EMPLOYED IN THIS PRODUCTION ARE MEMBERS OF ACTORS’ EQUITY ASSOCIATION, THE UNION OF PROFESSIONAL ACTORS AND STAGE MANAGERS IN THE UNITED STATES. ackstage and Front of the House Employees are B represented by the international Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (or I.A.T.S.E.).

THE MUSICIANS, CONDUCTORS, MUSIC PREPARATION PERSONNEL AND LIBRARIANS EMPLOYED IN THIS PRODUCTION ARE MEMBERS OF THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA T he Director is a member of the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers, Inc. an independant national labor union.

T he Press Agents and Company Managers employed in this production are represented by the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers T his production is produced by a member of the League of American Theatres and Producers in collaboration with our professional unionrepresented employees.

At this performance…

Strobe lights, gunfire, pyrotechnics and smoke effects will be used.

Hamlet! the musical

directed by Drew Reeves * featuring J.C. Long

July 9 - August 8, 2010

Based on the original production: Book by Shakespeare (edited by Eddie Levi Lee and Rebecca Wackler) Lyrics by Lee, Wackler, and Phillip DePoy Music by Phillip DePoy Additional material, edits, and lyrics by Drew Reeves Additional music and arrangements by Renee Clarke, J.C. Long, and Travis Smith

heaven and hell tour summer 2010

404-874-5299 * ShakespeareTavern.com

Great shows, great music & great stories.

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Available at Classic Chastain, The Woodruff Arts Center and The Fabulous Fox Theatre.

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION The Theatre A fully restored 1929 “Movie Palace,” the Fox Theatre, with 4,678 seats, is a multiple-purpose facility, housing Broadway shows, ballet, symphonies, concerts, movies, and private corporate events.

Private Rooms The Fox Theatre has three private rental spaces, with accommodations for 25 to 1,200 guests. Our Egyptian Ballroom and Grand Salon are beautifully decorated and can be set up to your specifications. The brand new Landmarks Lounge is adjacent to the lobby and is perfect for a small pre-show and intermission event. All rooms include the Fox Theatre’s professional sales and coordination staff. To book your ”Fabulous Fox“ evening, please call 404.881.2100 or visit us at www.foxtheatre.org.

The Box Office The Fox Theatre Box Office is located in the arcade entrance to the theater. The Box Office is open for walk up ticket sales Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., and Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The Fox Theatre Box Office is not open on Sundays unless there is a performance. During Events, the Box Office opens two hours prior to show time. Doors to the Fox open one hour prior to show time. Tickets for all performances at the Fox may be purchased at any TICKETMASTER outlet, by calling TICKETMASTER at 404.817.8700 or 404.249.6400, or by visiting the Fox Theatre Box Office in person during regular Box Office hours. You may purchase tickets for a particular nights performance that night only until 8pm at the box office.

Concessions Concession stands are located in the Spanish Room, adjacent to the main lobby, and on the mezzanine lobby level.

Restrooms Restrooms are located on the main lobby and mezzanine lobby levels. Restrooms are also located on the Gallery level. Restrooms for patrons who are physically challenged are located in the Spanish Room.

Gift Shop The Fox Theatre operates a gift shop selling history books, T-shirts, sweatshirts, and an assortment of other theaterrelated merchandise. The gift shop is located in the main lobby and is open at each performance.

Tours Tours of the Fox Theatre are available through the Atlanta Preservation Center. Tours are conducted Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. and Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Tours begin in the Peachtree Street Arcade entrance to the theater. For more information on tours and to confirm the tour schedule, please call the Atlanta Preservation Center at 404.688.3353.

Smoking In accordance with the Fulton County Clean Air Ordinance, the Fox Theatre is a smoke-free facility. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.

Special Needs Ken Shook, Patron Services Director, is our liaison to the disabled community. He can be reached at 404.881.2118 and can provide information on such topics as the locations and prices of accessible seating and other programs for the disabled. The Fox Theatre also has a new brochure detailing all of these programs for our patrons with special needs. They are available at the Guest Relations Table.

Fox Ambassadors are located at the Guest Relations Table in the main lobby at the Fox Theatre Merchandise Kiosk to offer their assistance, theater information, and several rental items to enhance your performance enjoyment. An audio clarification device (Phonic Ear) is available for patrons with hearing disabilities. It is available, free of charge, on a first-come, first-serve basis on the evening of a performance, or you may reserve a device by calling the Patron Services Director. A limited number of booster seats are also available free of charge. Binoculars are available for sale. All items require a form of identification to be held until the item is returned.

Elevators Elevators are located at the north end of each lobby. The elevators are available during all performances and make it possible to access each lobby without the use of stairs.

Parking Parking is available within a four-block radius in all directions of the Fox Theatre. Advanced reserved parking is available for sale at the Fox Box Office or by calling TICKETMASTER at 404.817.8700. The Fox Theatre assumes no responsibility for vehicles parked in any of the privately owned parking lots operating in the Fox Theatre district.

Performance Notes All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket in order to be admitted to the Theatre. Please be aware that not all events are suitable for children. Infants will not be admitted to adult programs/performances. Parents will be asked to remove children who create a disturbance.

Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the management, in conjunction with the wishes of the producers.

Please turn off all pagers and cell phones prior to the beginning of each performance. Please limit conversation during the performances.

Camera and recording devices are strictly prohibited.

Lost and Found Lost and Found items are turned in to the House Manager’s office. To check on lost items, please call the House Manager at 404.881.2075. Lost and Found items will be retained for 30 days.

Emergency Information In the event of an emergency, please walk to the nearest exit. Do Not Run.

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Backstage employees are represented by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E.)

GOLDEN RULES The following brief, but important article has been published to assist in audience etiquette.

To this day we get at least one phone call a week asking for reprint rights. These calls and letters come from orchestras and theaters, opera and ballet companies all over the United States and Canada, big and little troupes alike.

The message, telegraphed between the lines, seems to be an S.O.S.: American audiences are out of control. Are they?

Here’s a refresher course. Please read on, and remember, part of one’s pact as an audience member is to take seriously the pleasure of others, a responsibility fulfilled by quietly attentive (or silently inattentive) and selfcontained behavior. After all, you can be as demonstrative as you want during bows and curtain calls.

1. Go easy with the atomizer; many people are highly allergic to perfume and cologne.

2. If you bring a child, make sure etiquette is part of the experience. Children love learning new things.

3. Unwrap all candies and cough drops before the curtain goes up or the concert begins.

4. Make sure cell phones, beepers, and watch alarms are OFF. And don't jangle the bangles.

5. The overture is part of the performance.

Please cease talking at this point.

6. Note to lovebirds: When you lean your heads together, you block the view of the person behind you. Leaning forward also blocks the view.

7. THOU SHALT NOT TALK, or hum, or sing along, or beat time with a body part.

8. Force yourself to wait for a pause or intermission before rifling through a purse, backpack or shopping bag.

9. Yes, the parking lot gets busy and public transportation is tricky, but leaving while the show is in progress is discourteous.

10. Honor the old standby: Do unto others, as you would have them do unto you.

The Fox Theatre

660 Peachtree Street, N.E. Atlanta, Georgia 30308 404.881.2100 • www.foxtheatre.org

STAFF

Allan C. Vella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Manager Adina Alford Erwin . . . . . . . Assistant General Manager Pat “Sunshine” Tucker . . . . . . . . . . Box Office Manager Ben Neill . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Box Office Manager Robert Burnett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controller Jennifer S. Farmer . . . . . . . . Director of Sales/Ballrooms Oliver Diamantstein . . . . . . Director/Food and Beverage Len Tucker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Operations Pat Prill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . House Manager Greta Duke . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant House Manager Kristen Delaney . . . . . . . . . . Director of Marketing & PR Ken Shook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Patron Services Director Shelly Kleppsattel . . . . . . Booking & Contract Associate Jamie Vosmeier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Group Sales Director Molly Fortune . . . . . . Preservation Department Manager Amy Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Production Manager Rebecca J. Graham . . . . . Assistant Production Manager Gary Hardaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Master Carpenter Larry Watson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . House Flyman Scott Hardin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Property Master Ray T. Haynie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Master Electrician Cary Oldknow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Electrician Rodney Amos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head Sound Engineer Larry Douglas Embury . . . . . . . . . Organist In Residence Tammy Folds . . . . . . . . . . . Production Security Manager

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND BOARD MEMBERS Alan E. Thomas . . . . . . . . . . . . Chairman of the Board Edward L. White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President Robert L. Foreman Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1st Vice President Beauchamp C. Carr . . . . . . . . . . . . 2nd Vice President John A. Busby Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3rd Vice President Julia Sprunt Grumbles . . . . . . . . . . . . 4th Vice President Edward Hutchison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer Robyn Rieser Barkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Treasurer Clara Hayley Axam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary Walter R. Huntley, Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member at Large Robert E. Minnear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member at Large Carl V. Patton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member at Large Ada Lee Correll, Richard Courts IV, Keith Cowan, F. Sheffield Hale, John R. Holder, Florence Inman, Craig B. Jones, Steve Koonin, Charles Lawson, Starr Moore, Jay Myers, Joe G. Patten, Glen J. Romm, Sylvia Anderson Russell, Nancy Gordy Simms, Clyde C. Tuggle, Carolyn Lee Wills.

HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS Anne Cox Chambers, Arnall (Pat) Connell, Rodney Mims Cook Jr., Jere A. Drummond, Richard O. Flinn III, Arthur Montgomery, Joseph V. Myers Jr., Edward J. Negri, Edgar Neiss, Herman J. Russell, Preston Stevens Jr.

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The ultimate summer survival kit

Tried-and-true activities to keep the kids busy this summer

By Suzanne Wright

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aah, summer … it starts off so promising. About two weeks into the stickiest season, a chorus of whining begins — “I’m bored,” and “there’s nothing to do!” — and continues on an incessant loop until school is back in session. And, let’s face it, with a seemingly endless stream of admission fees into popular local attractions, summer can be expensive. So, we’ve scoured the market for family friendly, fun and free (or nearly free) ideas that will keep your kids happy and your wallet intact.

Scouting for treasure

A neighborhood scavenger hunt is a blast if done right.

Wondering how to get started?

Check out scavengerhuntideasblog.com for a free guide chockfull of secrets to ensure a successful hunt.

The world under a roof

The city’s two largest permanent farmer’s markets, Your Dekalb Farmers Market and the Buford Highway Farmers Market, are air-conditioned portals to faraway lands.

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been recently renovated. Once dedicated to Asian foods, it stocks a variety of items from Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean and Eastern Europe. Have the kids pretend you’re at an international bazaar and wander the aisles with them looking for exotic produce, meats, baked goods and seafood.

Samples are often offered and there are frequent demonstrations. Visit aofwc.com or call 770-455-0770 for hours.

Lend a hand Most organizations

don’t allow volunteers under age 18, but Compassionate Kids, founded in 2004, specializes

in giving children opportunities to serve the earth, others and animals. The Atlanta branch, one of 30 operating nationally and internationally, offers field trips and volunteer projects for kids ages 3-14. Upcoming events focus on hunger and include activities at a community garden and the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Most activities are free or have a minimal charge.

Download the calendar of events at compassionatekids.com or call 404317-9078 for more information.

Get ‘em hot & fresh

Since 1937, when the red neon “hot” light is illuminated, it means the original glazed Krispy Kreme donuts are being made. Watching hundreds of donuts — at their warm and gooey best — whizzing by on a conveyor belt is mesmerizing. It costs nothing to look and less than $2 per donut to indulge.

Visit krispykreme.com for the location nearest you.

Put on an apron When’s the last time you cooked with your kids? Heating up something or ordering pizza doesn’t count. If it’s been a while, prepare a made from scratch meal where the whole family pitches in. Check out Cooking With Kids at cookingwithkids.com for recipes such as Happy, Dappy Flapcakes and Mexican Fiesta Tacos. There’s also a special section just for teens.

Dig in the dirt Interest in community

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First Lady Michelle Obama planted an organic vegetable garden at the White House. Dedicate a couple square feet of lawn and a few hours to seeds and soil this summer and you can harvest the benefits of fresh produce all year long. Don’t have a yard or limited for space? Check out container gardening or participate in a community garden. There are more than 150 community gardens in the metro area; log onto acfb.org/projects/ community_garden for details on how to start your own. out The selfproclaimed King of Pops, 26-year-old Steven Carse, sells handmade, vegan paletas (that’s Spanish for popsicle) from his street cart in the Poncey-Highlands neighborhood. His everchanging menu of creative combinations includes blackberry lemonade, chocolate sea salt and grapefruit mint. For $2.50, it’s cheap, cool relief from summer’s heat and humidity. Visit kingofpops.net to find his current location.

Chill

Trade in bored for board games Put the

Xbox on pause and rediscover classic family games like Scrabble, Battleship, Trivial Pursuit and Clue.

Fans of Monopoly — celebrating its 75th birthday — can find all the versions at hasbro.com.

Our Professional Ensemble Bruce V. Benator, CPA, Managing Partner Kevin J. Hedrick, CPA, Partner Steven G. Horn, CPA, Partner Laura E. Speir, CPA, Partner Patricia A. Yeager, CPA, Partner

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Oh, my aching back!

Finding relief from back pain

By John J. Moss, M.D., medical director, northside hospital spine center ost people will experience back pain at some time in their life — about 80 percent, in fact. It’s no wonder, considering the complexity of the spine.

Between the vertebrae, discs, joints, ligaments and nerves, there’s plenty that can go wrong.

Symptoms can range from mild discomfort to severe pain and spasms.

However, when treated appropriately, most pain is self-limited, with no longterm effects. In about 90 percent of cases, it goes away after four to six weeks.

But the best approach to managing back pain is prevention. It’s the key to just about every other disease and ailment and back pain is no exception.

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Preventing back pain

Consider any type of physical activity you do as an athletic event. Are you going to plant trees, take up tennis or clean the attic? Each of these activities can cause significant physical stress and strain. By incorporating daily stretching and back-sparing techniques into your normal routine, you can help to prevent trouble.

In case of injury

Evaluate your symptoms. Ice is best for new injuries, while heat is good for persistent injuries. Over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications can help, but be sure to check with your

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• Practice good posture, keeping your ears, shoulders, hips, knees and feet aligned.

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Northside Hospital’s Spine Center makes evaluation and treatment of back pain as easy as possible, offering self-referral and appointments within 24 hours, in most cases. The center is equipped to diagnose and treat any condition that involves the spine.

Patients benefit from a conservative, coordinated and personalized approach, combining the expertise of specialists in neurosurgery, pain management, radiology and physical therapy, each available on-site to expedite care.

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• Use your legs, not your back, to lift heavy objects.

• Maintain a healthy weight.

• Wear sensible shoes.

• Lighten your load. If you carry a heavy shoulder bag or purse (five or more pounds), get rid of unnecessary items and switch shoulders often.

• Sleep on your side with a pillow tucked between your knees. Avoid sleeping on your stomach; and if you must sleep on your back, put a pillow under your knees to keep your back in a more natural position.

Most major insurance plans are accepted. To schedule an appointment, call 404-459-1809. Two locations: 5670 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd., Ste. 950, Atlanta and 1100 Northside Forsyth Dr., Ste. 400, Cumming.

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doctor regarding drug interactions or other medical conditions. Also, stay active, but avoid heavy lifting or repetitive twisting or bending. Change positions frequently and stretch regularly. See a doctor if you have pain that won’t go away; your pain is severe; or you have pains, numbness or weakness in the legs.

For more information about back pain, including videos and candid conversations with spine and back specialists on the latest treatments, visit northside.com.

• Stretch often. Take at least 15 minutes to warm up/ stretch before starting any physical activity.

South City Kitchen

Fox theatre Dining Guide Looking for a great night out? Try one of these local restaurants before or after the show. For Dinner and a Show packages, visit encoreatlanta.com/offers.

Neighborhood codes: A–Alpharetta, B–Buckhead, IP–Inman Park, OFW–Old Fourth Ward, M­—Midtown, D–Downtown, P–Perimeter Mall area, SS–Sandy Springs, VH–Virginia-Highland, V—Vinings, W–Westside

American Broadway Diner Unique, due to its food and décor, the Broadway Diner serves great food (including authentic Greek cuisine) at awesome prices. Based on a Broadway-style theme, the diner is perfect for families and business people. 620 Peachtree St. NE, (404) 477-9600, thebroadwaydiner.com. M Einstein’s The place that puts a smile on your face.

Dining with an emphasis on service, Einstein’s offers innovative competitively-priced cuisine in a warm, accommodating environment. Enjoy a delicious meal on their award-winning patio and sip on their infamous martinis. 1077 Juniper St., 404-876-7925, einsteinsatlanta.com. M Garrison’s A neighborhood destination known for high quality food, generous portions and a comfortable setting. Superb wine and specialty cocktails compliment the highest quality seafood, steaks and creative sandwiches. Their outside dining is perfect for relaxing and people-watching.

Vinings Jubilee Shopping Center, 4300 Paces Ferry Rd., 770-436-0102, garrisonsatlanta.com. V Goodfellas Pizza and Wings brings you the finest pizza in the Atlanta area. Using the freshest ingredients, Goodfellas offers everything you 50 EncoreAtlantA.com

need for lunch and dinner — pasta, salads, calzones, subs and, of course, pizza and wings. 615 Spring St. NW, (404) 347-7227, goodfellaspizzawings.com. M Hudson Grille is the perfect place to catch a game, to meet friends for a great meal or to enjoy drinks at one of their expansive bars. Four locations: Midtown, 942 Peachtree St. NE, 404-249-9468; Alpharetta, 865 North Main St., 770-777-4127; Perimeter, 4400 Ashford-Dunwoody, 770-3500134; Brookhaven, 4046 Peachtree Rd., 404233-0313, hudsongrille.com. M,A,P,B Lenox Square Grill offers breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. DJ every Friday and Saturday night til 2am. Private meeting rooms accommodate up to 150. 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404.841.2377, lenoxsquaregrill.com. B Livingston Restaurant and Bar It’s hard to beat the location (across the street from the Fox Theatre in the Georgian Terrace), and diners get complimentary parking, but the main attraction is the glamour of the main dining room, which has hosted the likes of Clark Gable, and the al fresco seating area, which is available in warm weather. 659 Peachtree St. NE, 404-897-5000, livingstonatlanta.com. M

Start your night with a standing ovation.

Enjoy a sumptuous pre-show dinner with our 3-course Prime Time Menu | $39.95 or $49.95 Offered nightly until 6:30pm.

Four Metro Atlanta Restaurants Sandy Springs • Buckhead Centennial Olympic Park • Kennesaw ruthschris.com

Lobby The menu focuses on seasonal fare at this sophisticated American restaurant in the lobby of TWELVE Atlantic Station. 361 17th St., 404-961-7370, lobbyattwelve.com. M ONE.midtown kitchen Dine on fresh, seasonal American cuisine in a club-like atmosphere near Piedmont Park. 559 Dutch Valley Rd., 404-892-4111, onemidtownkitchen.com. M Murphy’s This restaurant has one of the city’s top brunch menus, but it’s known for great peoplewatching and its contemporary comfort food. 997 Virginia Ave., 404-872-0904, murphysvh.com. VH Two Urban Licks “Fiery” American cooking meets live music at this hip hangout. 820 Ralph McGill Blvd., 404-522-4622, twourbanlicks.com. M

American/southern South City Kitchen With a stylish, Southerncontemporary menu, this DiRoNA restaurant helped make grits hip for the business crowd.

Sundays are BBQ Nite. Two locatons: Midtown: 1144 Crescent Ave. 404-873-7358, Vinings: 1675 Cumberland Pkwy. 770-435-0700, southcitykitchen.com. M, V Terrace celebrates American heirloom recipes through supporting local and regional farmers, fisherman and producers. It recaptures the pure simple flavors and tastes of natural and organic ingredients while bursting with delicious flavors. 176 Peachtree St. NW, 678.651.2770, ellishotel.com/terrace. D

American/steakhouse

asian fusion

Cowtippers is known as an avid supporter of the community, whimsy and down right good old-fashioned fun. Home to traditional steak house fare served with creative twists; enjoy huge desserts, 25 types of margaritas, and the best burgers in town. 1600 Piedmont Ave., 404-874-3751, cowtippersatlanta.com. M

Aja Restaurant & Bar Serving modern Asian cuisine, Aja has a 150-seat patio overlooking Buckhead and a huge lounge, where diners nosh on dim sum and sip mai tais. 3500 Lenox Rd., Ste. 100, 404-231-0001, h2sr.com. B

Joey D’s Oakroom Near Perimeter Mall, this stylish steak house has a staggering selection of spirits and a hot after-dinner singles scene.

1015 Crown Pointe Pkwy., 770-512-7063, centraarchy.com. P

Bakeshop provides bustling bustling midtown with a fresh take on a diverse, yet simplistic, array of breads, croissants, cakes, quiches, sandwiches, salads and brewed coffees courtesy of acclaimed Executive Chef and Bakeshop owner, Jonanthan St. Hilaire. 903 Peachtree St. NE, 404.892.9322. bakeshopatl.com. M

New York Prime A Prime Time Top 10 USDA Prime Steakhouse known for its wine list, atmosphere and world class service. 3424 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-846-0644, centraarchy.com. B Prime Enjoy steak, sushi a nd seafood in a festive atmosphere near Lenox Mall. 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-812-0555, h2sr.com. B Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse A favorite local steak house with multiple locations near shopping and entertainment hotspots. Sides are generous, and the quality of the steaks and seafood is excellent. Three locations: Buckhead, 3285 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-365-0660; Sandy Springs, 5788 Roswell Rd., 404-255-0035; Centennial Olympic Park, 267 Marietta St., 404-223-6500; ruthschris.com. B, SS, D The Tavern at Phipps This is one of Atlanta’s hottest after-work spots, and has been singled out for its happy hour and singles scene by Jezebel, InSite Magazine and the AOL City Guide. 3500 Peachtree Rd. NW, 404-8149640, centraarchy.com. B 52 EncoreAtlantA.com

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brew pub/gormet pub fare Gordon Biersch Fresh-brewed beers are a tasty accent to this brewery-restaurant’s hearty pizzas, salads and sandwiches. For a small additional fee, pre-show diners can leave cars in the lot while they’re at the Fox. Two locations: Midtown: 848 Peachtree St. NE, 404-8700805; Buckhead: 3242 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404264-0253, gordonbiersch.com. M, B Tap A gastropub offering easy-to-share pub fare and an extensive beer selection. The patio is a great place to chill after work. 1180 Peachtree St., 404-347-2220, tapat1180.com. M

creole/cajun Parish New Orleans-inspired dishes served with a modern twist and a fully stocked raw bar; a Nawlins-inspired brunch is served on the weekends.

Downstairs, a take-away market sells sandwiches,

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spices, pastries and beverages. 240 N. Highland Ave., 404-681-4434, parishatl.com. IP

european fusion Ecco Esquire Magazine named this casual, European-influenced bistro a “Best New Restaurant in America.” It’s also gotten raves for its killer wine list, wood-fired pizzas, and impressive meat and cheese menus. 40 Seventh St. NE, 404-347-9555, ecco-atlanta.com. M Nikolia’s Roof is an award-winning AAA Four Diamond restaurant and the epitome of fine dining at its best. Delight in the option of a four, six or eight-course tasting menu with wine pairings or an innovative a la carte menu. Enjoy intense flavors and tastes, fresh ingredients and an elegant ambiance with a view overlooking Atlanta’s starlit skyline. 255 Courtland St. NE, (404) 221-6362, nikolaisroof.com. D

italian Il Mulino’s cuisine is characterized by its simplicity: a rustic and hearty blend of the freshest ingredients available, from fish, lamb and cured meats to homemade pecorino and ricotta, all lovingly and meticulously prepared to celebrate

and enjoy with family, friends and even strangers.

Peachtree Tower: 191 Peachtree St. LOB 03, 404-524-5777, ilmulino.com/atlanta.html. D La Tavola Serving classic Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner in the heart of VirginiaHighland. 992 Virginia Ave., 404-873-5430, latavolatrattoria.com. VH Medici Tuscan cuisine served in the typical Tuscan spirit; flexible menu with Tuscan-rubbed steaks and a wide selection of antipasti, insalata e zuppes, pastas, hand tossed pizza and bistecches. 2450 Galleria Pkwy., 770-9534500, renaissancewaverly.com. V

mediterranean/latin/asian fusion Shout A young crowd keeps Shout’s rooftop lounge hopping every night. The menu reflects a mix of Mediterranean, Far Eastern and South American influences. 1197 Peachtree St. NE, 404-846-2000, h2sr.com. M

MEXICAN Cantina Tequila & Tapas Bar is located in the Terminus building on the corner of Peachtree and Piedmont roads. It features authentic Mexican

Chef Shops Local Farmer’s Market Weekly!

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cuisine and has become Buckhead’s newest watering hole. Join us weekly for $2 Taco Night every Tuesday, Buck Wild Wednesdays, when certain items are only $1, and Disco Thursday.

3280 Peachtree Rd. NW, Terminus 100, Ste. 150, 404-892-9292, h2sr.com. B El Taco An eco-friendly watering hole serving fresh Mexican food made with all-natural meats and killer margaritas. 1186 N. Highland Ave. NE, 404-873-4656, eltaco-atlanta.com.VH

moroccan The Imperial Fez offers authentic Moroccan cuisine in an exotic dining environment. Guests dine on pillows and enjoy savory food eaten by hand. It is a truly unique dining experience with nightly belly dancing performances and live music starting at 7:30 p.m. 2285 Peachtree Rd. NE, #102, 404-351-0870, imperialfez.com. B

seafood/sushi Coast Seafood and Raw Bar serves Atlanta’s freshest seafood and island cocktails. The menu incorporates classics including crab and corn hush puppies, a signature seafood boil, and a variety of raw or steamed oysters, clams and mussels; along

with signature fresh catch entrees. 111 W. Paces Ferry Rd. NW, 404-869-0777, h2sr.com. B Goldfish This fun seafood/sushi restaurant has Happy Hour specials Mon-Fri and nightly entertainment in its lounge. 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., 770-671-0100, h2sr.com. P

spanish/tapas Noche A Virginia-Highland favorite known for its Spanish-style tapas dishes and margaritas. 1000 Virginia Ave., 404-815-9155, h2sr.com. VH

steak/sushi Room This elegant restaurant serves steak and sushi on the ground floor of the TWELVE Centennial Park hotel. 400 W. Peachtree St., 404-418-1250, roomattwelve.com. D Strip This sophisticated steak, seafood and sushi restaurant offers an in-house DJ and a rooftop deck. Atlantic Station at 18th St., 404-385-2005, h2sr.com. M Twist This lively restaurant has a huge bar, satay station, tapas menu, sushi and seafood dishes; patio seating is first-come, first-served. 3500 Peachtree Rd. NW, 404-869-1191, h2sr.com. B

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not written yet, that fits me like a glove and wins me a Tony,” she says in an affable way. Failing that, she’d happily play Margaret Johnson, the mother in Adam Guettel’s The Light in the Piazza. .

The story of the mysterious, disfigured musical genius gets a second act in Lloyd Webber’s newest musical, Love Never Dies, a sequel set in Coney Island. It opened in in London this past March to mixed/negative reviews, with plans for a Broadway bow at the Neil Simon Theatre in April 2011

and has already faced delays, Lloyd Webber’s tussle with prostate cancer among them. Love Never Dies brings back the Phantom, of course, along with Christine and Raoul but not the one-time diva of the Paris Opera.

“They probably had problems,” Stengel suggests tongue-in-cheek, “because they took Carlotta out.”

Kathy Janich is an Atlanta theater artist and freelance writer. After years in daily newspapers, she’s found a joyous second career as an artistic associate, primarily at the smart, gutsy and bold Synchronicity Theatre.

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Atlanta restaurant week turns 4 For the fourth year in a row, Downtown Atlanta Restaurant Week (July 26 –Aug. 9) will showcase 26 of the city’s finest dining establishments.

The week, actually two weeks this year, is chockfull of deals — three-course dinners for $25/$35 per person — at downtown restaurants such as Legal Sea Foods, 30 Tables, Avanzare, BLT Steak, Meehan’s Public House, Thrive, No Mas! Cantina, and more. In addition to food, there will be plenty of music and entertainment.

— Kathy Janich

Thrill of the hunt If you live for the perfect find, Lady & Sons Antiques in the Marietta Square should be on your radar. With the exception of a few items, shop owner Linda Kirby scouted the entire collection, which includes rare finds from the early 1800s and 1900s. The large shop is nicely stocked, yet not overcrowded, with vintage furniture and unique pieces such as sterling silver brush and mirror sets, dainty China, crystal lamps and Bugaboo baby carriages. — Ashley L. Brazzel find it: 404-983-2504; 85 Church St., Marietta.

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Arts beckons you to the Beltline The first-ever public art exhibition along Atlanta’s Beltline corridor hits the rails, this summer. A mix of performances and installations can be seen now through October along eight miles of the Beltline, an emerging system of parks, trails, transit and other development that is trying to reclaim a somewhat dilapidated 22-mile loop of historic railway around the city. The events, mostly on weekends, include visual artists, musicians and dancers. To see them, you’ll need to walk or bicycle to the sites. — Kathy Janich details: beltline.org.

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