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DONUTS by Tracy Letts “A witty, seductive dark comedy that you just don’t want to end.” – Chicago Tribune “Tremendous heart.” – The New Yorker A new comedy from the Pulitzer Prizewinning author of August: Osage County. Another triumph for America’s hottest new playwright. In a run down donut shop, in a run down part of town, a run down life is about to be completely transformed. After his shop is vandalized, an aging hippie and former activist has just flat given up.That is, until a mysterious street kid shows up and changes all the rules. Donuts is peopled with fascinating down-andouters, outrageous up-and-comers and is fueled by Letts’ knife-edge humor and unpredictable plot twists. The American Dream is not dead, it’s just...different. e
RED
10 June 29 - July 29, 2012
by John Logan “Stunning...the most compelling drama I’ve seen all year” – Chicago Tribune “Smart, exciting and scintillating.” – The New Yorker Six-Time 2010 Tony Award Winner “Tell me what you see.” … “Red.” In this turbo-charged bio-drama, painter Mark Rothko has just landed the biggest commission since the Sistine Chapel. He struggles to pull off one of the greatest feats in the world of art – to create overwhelming primal work that will stand for the ages.When his young apprentice begins to challenge him, Rothko faces the agonizing possibility that his crowning achievement could also become his undoing. Red is red hot. FALL & WINTER November by David Mamet August 31 - October 7, 2012 Brighton Beach Memoirs by Neil Simon November 16 - December 23, 2012 Stage 3 Theatre Company 208 S. Green St., Sonora, CA 209-536-1778 stage3.org
SIERRA REPERTORY THEATRE Historic Fallon House Theatre
Ring of Fire:
The Music of Johnny Cash Created by Richard Maltby Jr.; Conceived by William Meade
April 20 – May 27, 2012
A tuneful, foot-stomping celebration of America’s legendary singer-songwriter Johnny Cash, as told through the songs he composed and recorded. Though he is never impersonated, his remarkable life story is told through his music, performed by gifted singers and instrumentalists climaxing in a concert that will both move and exhilarate! It’s a soul-stirring journey into the heart and heartland of America, courtesy of one of America’s most beloved musical poets. SIERRA REPERTORY THEATRE East Sonora Theatre
The 39 Steps
Adapted by Patrick Barlow, from the movie of Alfred Hitchcock
June 1 – July 1
“Cross a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, whirl it up with giddy comedy and wildly invented theatrical stagecraft and you have The 39 Steps, a fast and frothy whodunit that celebrates the magic of theater. When a beautiful and mysterious woman is murdered, the suave hero is falsely accused and pursued across the country in an unforgettable evening of pure comedic pleasure. More than 150 characters brought to life by a cast of just four brilliant comedic actors. This award-winning treat kept audiences rolling on Broadway for over three years. SRT/East Sonora Theatre 13891 Mono Way, Sonora (209)532-3120 sierrarep.com SIERRA REPERTORY THEATRE Historic Fallon House Theatre
Carousel
Adapted by Benjamin F. Glazer, based on the play LILIOM by Ferenc Molnár Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II; Music by Richard Rodgers
June 29 – August 19
When mill-town girl Julie Jordan meets carnival barker Billy Bigelow on a carousel ride, her life is changed forever. Flirtation gives way to love as the two are irresistibly drawn to each other in this glorious tale of love and redemption. The Tony-award-winning musical features a score packed with classics like “June is Bustin’ Out All Over,” “You’ll Never Walk Alone” and “If I Loved You.” SRT/Historic Fallon House Theatre 11175 Washington Street, Columbia (209)532-3120 sierrarep.com www.exploresonora.com
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