SIGNIFICANT PRODUCTIONS (SIGPRO) is a Non-Profit arts organization that operates The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center (The Sharon) & The Studio Theatre Tierra del Sol (The Studio).
OUR MISSION; SigPro cultivates a diverse collaborative community with a focus on artists' well-being that strives to provoke thought and spark conversation through high quality performing arts.
YOUR HELP GOES A LONG WAY!
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In order of contributions:
Mary Homko
Donna Taylor
INDIVIDUAL DONORS
Sarah Lindmeier
Patricia Schlemmer
Jon Cronin
Private Donor
Fidelity Charitable
Private Donor
Attendees at The Sharon's 9th Birthday Lobby Lunch
Lynn & Kathy Glassock
Sharon Curry
Ron Kravet
Bob Kendi
April & David Linscott
Honey & David Kirk
John McAuley
Melissa Warner
Marge Alder
Russell Jones
Marianna Niesen
Liza Diana Walters
Donna Silver
Jim Ward
Roger & Karen Kass
Xiomara Guevara Medoza
Edward & Gale Labuda
Nancy Garrison
IN HONOR OF Peg Fiore
Jason Goedken & Whitney Morse
Alice Stogden
Ursula Becker
Thank you to our anonymous donors.
Lobby Lounge Cabaret
Dubé Diamond
Jon Lehrer Dance Company
John Anderson
Flock of Seagulls Jazzreach
The Villages Philharmonic Orchestra
The National Ballet of Ukraine
The Vote
The Studio Season 9
Russell Stephens will be gracing the lobby stage at The Sharon for one night only, as he sings his favorite songs from shows he has not yet had the chance to perform in, as well as a few of his all-time favorite musical numbers. You may know Russell Stephens from his celebrated time at The Studio Theater performing in recent musicals Cabaret, and the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. If you know him you probably love him already - if you don’t know his work, this concert will help you fall in love with his voice, charism, and overwhelming talent.
Starring Kevin Kelly & Gary Powell
Music from the swinging styles of the 40s, 50s & 60s, Kelly croons with the best! All of your favorite crooners like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Mel Torme, Tony Bennett, Bobby Darin and beyond! His charismatic charm and good-natured humor, set the mood and keep audiences tapping their toes and swaying along to favorites like "That's Life", "Route 66" and "Beyond the Sea".
OCT 17 7PM
$25
JAN 14, 2025 • 7pm
$40 AND UP | $20 LIMITED VIEW
INDIVIDUAL SHOW ON SALE JUN 5
CZECH NATIONAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
JAN 16, 2025 • 7pm
$40 AND UP | $20 LIMITED VIEW
INDIVIDUAL SHOW ON SALE JUN 12
MAR 12, 2025 • 7pm
$35 AND UP | $20 LIMITED VIEW
INDIVIDUAL SHOW ON SALE JUN 19
VELOCITY IRISH DANCE
MAR 26, 2025 • 7pm
$35 AND UP | $20 LIMITED VIEW
INDIVIDUAL SHOW ON SALE JUN 26
Immerse yourself in a whirlwind of legendary music and laughter with the DUBÉ & DIAMOND show for all ages! This daring duo of singing impressionists with a 5-octave range and very different musical styles promises you a one-of-a-kind experience.
Accompanied by renowned guitarist, Réjean “Rej.E” LaChance, Martin Dubé and Steeve Diamond imitate the greatest hits of your favorite artists, from Adele to Tom Jones, Andrea Bocelli to Axl Rose, the Bee Gees to the Eagles and many more.
This globetrotting musical duo challenge each other in an epic intergenerational battle in this thrilling experience. Their bond is palpable and their energy is contagious, for 90 minutes of pure pleasure! Come experience the vocal fireworks of rock, pop and disco medleys that will have you dancing.
BASED IN NYC SINCE 2019, JON LEHRER STARTED HIS COMPANY IN 2007 IN BUFFALO, NY and has already received critical acclaim nationally and internationally. Under his artistic direction, the company showcases Jon's unique choreography and embodies his definitive style. His extensive background in both the modern and jazz dance idioms fosters choreography that is organic, athletic, artistic, and often humorous, reflecting life experience and the human condition.
The company’s expressive style is based on three main elements of movement - Circularity, 3-Dimensionality, and Momentum - which combine to create a form that is best described as “Organically Athletic”. With creativity, athleticism, and the ability to make new and innovative modern and jazz dance accessible to all audiences, the company has made quite a name for themselves in the dance world. Striking the elusive balance between art and entertainment, Jon Lehrer Dance Company showcases unique choreography and a fun, distinctive style which fuses jazz and modern dance, creating a true spectacle onstage which can be enjoyed by dance experts and novices alike.
RAISED IN APOPKA, FLORIDA, Anderson's first musical influences were not country artists, but rock and roll musicians such as Jimi Hendrix and The Rolling Stones. He played in a rock band until the age of 15, when he discovered the music of George Jones and Merle Haggard and turned to country music. Anderson moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1971, arriving unannounced at his sister's home, and took on odd jobs during the day – including one as a roofer at the Grand Ole Opry House – while playing in clubs during the evenings.
The club appearances finally paid off in 1977 when he signed his first recording contract with Warner Bros. Records. He first hit the Billboard Country chart in 1977 with the song "I've Got a Feelin' (Somebody's Been Stealin')", then broke into the country Top 40 with "The Girl at the End of the Bar" the next year. Anderson's decidedly backwoods accent and distinctive vocal timbre helped land him in the forefront of the "New Traditionalist" movement with artists like Ricky Skaggs and George Strait.
A steady stream of singles through the late 1970s and early 1980s continued to build Anderson's name in the country genre. The song "I'm Just an Old Chunk of Coal (But I'm Gonna Be a Diamond Someday)" from the 1981 album John Anderson 2 netted Anderson a Grammy Award nomination for Best Male Country Vocal Performance.
AS WELL-KNOWN FOR THEIR BIZARRELY TEASED HAIRCUTS as their hit single "I Ran (So Far Away)," A Flock of Seagulls were one of the infamous one-hit wonders of the new wave era. Growing out of the synth-heavy and ruthlessly stylish new romantic movement, A Flock of Seagulls were a little too robotic and arrived a little too late to be true new romantics, but their sleek dance-pop was forever indebted to the short-lived movement. The group benefitted considerably from MTV's heavy rotation of the "I Ran" video in the summer of 1982.
Hairdresser Mike Score (lead vocals, keyboards) formed A Flock of Seagulls with his brother Ali (drums) and fellow hairdresser Frank Maudsley (bass) in 1980, adding guitarist Paul Reynolds several months later. The group released its debut EP on Cocteau Records early in 1981, and while the record failed to chart, its lead track, "Telecommunication," became an underground hit in Euro-disco and new wave clubs. The band signed a major-label contract with Jive by the end of the year, and their eponymous debut album appeared in the spring of 1982. "I Ran (So Far Away)" was released as the first single from the album, and MTV quickly picked up on its icily attractive video, which featured long shots of Mike Score and his distinctive, cascading hair. The single climbed into the American Top Ten, taking the album along with it. In the U.K., "I Ran" didn't make the Top 40, but "Wishing (If I Had a Photograph of You)" reached number ten later that year; in America, that single became a Top 40 hit in 1983, after "Space Age Love Song" peaked at number 30. "Wishing" was taken from the group's second album, Listen (1983), which was moderately successful. OCT 10 $35 | $30
TARGETING AUDIENCES NEW TO THE POWER OF JAZZ OR MODERN ART, Jean-Michel and the Be-Bop Kings, aims to introduce curious audiences to the legacies of these groundbreaking musicians through the captivating work of Jean-Michel Basquiat and explores what they share in common and how their respective life experiences and the social conditions they navigated shaped their worldview, informed their artistic sensibilities and inspired prolific creative output.
Through the presentation of innovative, widely acclaimed live multi-media captivating main-stage concerts for general audiences and informative clinics and master-classes for student musicians and ensembles, JazzReach is steadfastly dedicated to fostering a greater appreciation, awareness and understanding of this rich, vital, ever-evolving American art form.
Since premiering their debut educational program in 1997, JazzReach has successfully positioned itself as one of our nation's leading arts organizations dedicated to jazz. Their dynamic, innovative programs have triumphantly served over 650,000 young people nationwide in partnership with many of America's most prominent performing arts presenters and have received unanimous praise from students, teachers, parents, the media and arts professionals alike.
AUG 30 7PM
OCT 12
BASED IN FLORIDA'S FRIENDLIEST HOMETOWN, "THE VILLAGES PHILHARMONIC" IS A PROFESSIONAL ORCHESTRA PRESENTING THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE STANDARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN MUSICAL PERFORMANCE SINCE 2003.
Most members live in the Orlando area but we have regular members who come from as far afield as Jacksonville, Tampa, Daytona and St. Petersburg. The Philharmonic gives 13-15 concerts per year and so we don't provide full time employment for any of the players. Our players are comprised of resident and international artists who collaborate with symphonic and operatic companies at large. Although most orchestra members are not Villagers, there are two professional orchestra members who are Village residents and there are six amateurs who train each Saturday so that they can meet the standards required to play with the Philharmonic.
Portions of the proceeds will benefit HUMANITE, an organization dedicated to restoring and improving the lives of Ukrainian families affected by the war.
NATIONAL BALLET OF UKRAINE US TOURNADIYA UKRAINE (HOPE OF UKRAINE) Experience the magic of the National Ballet of Ukraine, one of the world's top ballet companies and the country's official ballet company on their premiere tour of the United States, first time in over 30 years since the dissolution of the USSR. Straight from the historic Kyiv National Opera House, these world-class dancers will captivate you with a stunning program featuring timeless classics, including "The Dying Swan," "Don Quixote," and "Giselle." The program tells stories of love, loss, and triumph, leaving you mesmerized by the company's unparalleled grace and strength. Prepare to be swept away as the dancers defy gravity, their bodies soaring high above the stage with dance movements filled with intensity, emotion and perfect harmony. In a first-of-its-kind experience, prepare to be immersed in a breathtaking fusion of dance and technology as the 44 incredible artists perform in front of a massive cutting-edge 3D LED screen with groundbreaking technology that makes the audience feel as if they are traveling onto the stage and become one with the spectacular scenery. This revolutionary backdrop brings the beauty and spirit of Ukraine to life. A celebration of Ukrainian culture and resilience, where each leap, spin, and lift symbolize the indomitable spirit of a nation.
Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of your favorite shows at The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center? Want to share footprints with some of the world’s biggest stars? Our Behind The Curtain Tour is for you!
Join a group of like-minded members of your community and your tour guide for a look at the history of The Sharon, her namesake, and the systems and people that make your hometown Performing Arts Center world-class.
You’ll see, hear about, and have the opportunity to ask questions about:
• Sharon L. Morse, the matriarch of the Morse Family, and in many respects, The Villages itself.
• The History of The Sharon (and Church on the Square).
• A brief overview of the inner workings of the commercial theatre business.
• Audiovisual systems, including digital audio networks and workflows.
• Lighting systems, including conventional and intelligent lighting fixtures and electrical distribution and control.
• Rigging systems, including the world’s first fully automated fly system.
• Theatrical cast, crew, and patron safety.
• Backstage areas, like the scene shop, green room, and dressing areas.
• September 18th | 1PM
Visit SignificantProductions.org for more information.
Previews SEP 24th-26th | $25 Performances SEP 27th-OCT 19th | $40
JOSHIAN MORALES is a Puerto Rican born, Central Florida raised director, casting director, and actor. He attended the University of Central Florida where he earned a BFA in Musical Theatre. Most recently, Joshian has worked for Disney Live Entertainment as an Associate Show Director and co-owns the theatrical casting and entertainment company, Kelsay + Morales Company.
OCT 12TH | 1PM
by Sarah Treem
Previews / $25 NOV 12th-14th
Performances / $40 NOV 15th-DEC 14th
By Sarah Treem
Fresh breakfast, warm bed, new beginnings.
In the early 1970s before women had places to turn in times of distress, they had to rely on a secret network of good samaritans. In When We Were Young and Unafraid, Agnes has turned her quiet bed and breakfast into one of the few spots where abused women can seek refuge. But to Agnes’ dismay, her latest young runaway, Mary Anne, is having a profound and questionable influence on Penny, Agnes’ teenage daughter. And as the drums of the feminist revolution grow louder, Agnes is forced to confront her own presumptions about the people she’s been trying to help. Deeply moving and beautifully rendered, When We Were Young and Unafraid explores the cycle of abuse, the passion of youth, the wisdom of age, and the people who awaken us to new possibilities.
We’ve got magic to do!
PIPPIN is a captivating and surprising romp of a musical. This darkcomedy tells the story of King Charlemagne’s son, Pippin, as he embarks on a quest to find his true identity and purpose. This magical musical features an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz. Follow Pippin on his journey to be extraordinary and find his “Corner of the Sky.” Along the way he seeks the “Glory” of the battlefield, the “Morning Glow” from the temptations of the flesh and the intrigues of political power. His enthralling odyssey explores the realms of good and evil, reality and fantasy. “Join us… we’ve got magic to do, just for you.”
Previews / $25 APR 1st-3rd, 2025
Performances / $40 APR 4th-26th, 2025
By Ashleigh Ann Gardner
Qualia, a post-nuclear play by Central Florida playwright and Studio Theatre veteran, Ashleigh Ann Gardner, is a dystopian story set 100 years in the future. The world has been decimated by toxic radiation save a few lingering humans. Alex lives alone safely tucked away in a bunker made by her doomsday prepping parents. Her only companion is Dom, a compassionate AI program engineered by her late mother. Alex and Dom are the only sentient creatures for miles. Until one day a knock outside the bunker door turns their safe world upside down. This intelligent and modern play explores the formula for being human. Is using logic, expressing emotion, and feeling love enough; or is a traditional corporeal form also required? Join us for this funny and honest science fiction play about finding what it means to be human in an isolated world.
Subscribers / $10
Non-Subscribers / $15
APR 10th / 1PM
Join us for an exciting evening with the creative minds behind the acclaimed play Qualia: a post-nuclear play. This lively Q&A session will feature Ashleigh Ann Gardner, the brilliant playwright, and Sara Oliva, the visionary director who first brought Qualia to life.
Ashleigh Ann Gardner is an Orlando-based playwright whose works include the award-winning Qualia, produced in both Orlando and Chicago. She also created The Not: a Midwestern Gothic horror, which premiered in 2023. Ashleigh holds a Master’s Degree in Literary, Cultural, and Textual Studies with specializations in Victorian and Gothic literature, gender studies, and psychoanalytic theory from the University of Central Florida.
Sara Oliva is an Orlando-based director, actor, and producer who directed the first reading of Qualia in 2019. Her award-winning short film has been a hit at over 65 international festivals. Sara has received multiple acting awards and holds an MFA in Acting from Brandeis University.
Don’t miss this chance to engage with Ashleigh Ann Gardner and Sara Oliva and gain unique insights into the creation and direction of Qualia.
Significant Productions is a Not-for-Profit Arts organization that operates The Sharon L. Morse Performing Arts Center (The Sharon) and The Studio Theatre Tierra Del Sol (The Studio).
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