ust as the sell-out Fifth Anniversary season winds down, the Maltz Jupiter Theatre is proudly announcing the 2008/2009 season. The season begins in November with the hilarious comedy Noises Off Immediately following is the suspenseful Tony Award® winning thriller, Sleuth After the holidays enjoy Broadway’s long-running family musical, Barnum, based on the life of the “Greatest Showman on Earth.” Then take a trip back to the 60’s with the musical revue, The eclectic season ends with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s rock-opera masterpiece,
BARNUM
The Circus Musical
January 6 - 25
“This season our theme is WE CREATE ART!” said Andrew Kato, Artistic Director. “Every detail of the show including casting, set and costume design, lighting and rehearsals are created on site. Over the course of one season, we hire over 100 artists from New York and across the country including directors, choreographers, designers and actors to create diverse experiences for our stage.”
NOISES OFF
A Backstage Farce
November 11 - 23
With sold out shows for three of the five productions; including a 6,300 member subscription base, those interested in obtaining season subscriptions should purchase tickets now for the best seats. A preview performance will continue at reduced rate on the first Tuesday evening. The official opening will be on the first Thursday evening.
“Our strategy in selecting this year’s season is to provide a wide range of shows that reflect the varied tastes of our audiences. The most important quality, however, is that whatever we create it has high artistic value and outstanding production quality,” said Kato.
SLEUTH
BEEHIVE
The 60’s Musical Revue
February 3 - 22
A Psychological Thriller
December 2 - 14
This hilarious comedy depicting the onstage and backstage antics of a fifth-rate acting troupe touring in a production of Nothing On, a sex farce. Visit the behindthe-scenes world of this outrageous production filled with misspoken lines, missed cues, slamming doors, offstage shenanigans and onstage slapstick.
EVITA
An Epic Rock Opera
March 17 - April 5
Grab your Aquanet and go-go boots as we salute the beloved hits from the era of peace, love and rock and roll. Celebrate the decade that brought us The Supremes, Aretha Franklin, Janis Joplin, Leslie Gore, Petula Clark and everyone in between - in this high-energy retrospective. sleuth J J W E C R E A T E A R T
Anthony Shaffer’s Tony Award® winning action-packed whodunit, elicits both shrieks and laughs as two men engage in a battle of wits and imagination over the love of one woman. Alive with nail-biting anticipation, this murder mystery promises to baffle even the most proficient sleuth!
This Tony Award® winning musical uses the spectacle of the circus to tell the life story of America’s greatest showman, P.T. Barnum. Performed under a big-top filled with a troupe of jugglers, trapeze artists and clowns, and supported by a colorful score by Cy Coleman, this extravaganza is fun for the entire family!
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Winner of seven Tony Awards®, this compelling and captivating mega-musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber tells the story of the life of Argentina’s infamous Eva Peron as she climbed her way up the ladder of success to share the power of her country’s leader, General Juan Peron.
Subscriptions for the 2008/2009 season offer two convenient plans:
5 PLAY: ranging from $133 to $229
4 PLAY: ranging from $118 to $198
Subscription order forms are available online at www.jupitertheatre.org
SINGLE TICKET SALES GO ON SALE IN AUGUST
Maltz Jupiter Theatre Recieves 21 Carbonell Nominations More Than Any South Florida Regional Theatre
TheBoyFriend leads with 11 nominations; ManofLaManchawith 10
★“Nominated for 11 Carbonell Awards”
The Maltz Jupiter Theatre received the highest honor in South Florida theatre excellence with 21 Carbonell Award nominations; the most by any South Florida Regional Theatre and the most in the theatre’s five seasons.
The splashy production of the flapper-era musical The Boy Friend took home the most nominations with 11; followed by the amazing period musical Man of LaMancha with 10.
“We are particularly happy to receive so many nominations because Man of La Mancha and The Boy Friend were the only two shows that we produced that were eligible given the three-week required run. Several of our excellent shows from the last year such as Ain’t Misbehavin and Deathtrap only ran two weeks and were therefore not up for consideration” said Andrew Kato, Artistic Director. “The vote of confidence by this important group only solidifies us as a major regional theatre in South Florida.”
★In 2007, the Maltz Jupiter Theatre took home the prestigious “Best Production of a Musical” for The Tin Pan Alley Rag along with two others for Jiri Zizka as “Best Director of a Musical” and “Best Musical Direction” for Brad Ellis. Over the past five seasons the theatre has won five total Carbonell Awards and has been nominated for 46 awards.
The Carbonell Awards will take place Monday, April 7 at 7:30 p.m. in the Amaturo Theater of the Broward Center for the Performing Art, with Broadway leading lady Christine Andreas as mistress of ceremonies.
Corporate Spotlight
★California Closets is one of the theatre’s outstanding corporate sponsors who has graciously provided support for the theatre. Over the past year, California Closets provided ..... California Closets is another outstanding sponsor who graciously provided storage facilities and closets for the Marketing Department; the kitchen area and the new Conser vatory of the Performing Arts. Their tremendous donation provided much needed storage space in efficient and highly professional décor throughout South Florida, for a free at home consultation call 800-262-1503. California Closets is located at 287 Indiantown Rd,, Suite #7 in Jupiter
The Maltz Jupiter Theatre relies on corporations like California Closets to operate and grow. For more information on how to sponsor an event or performance, please contact Tricia Trimble at 561-743-2666 ext. 122.
Maltz Jupiter Theatre Raises Record $420,000
At The Sold Out Fifth Anniversary Gala
Maltz Jupiter Theatre Gala raised a record $420,000, a 300% increase over the prior year’s gala! The fundraiser, attended by over 350 supporters, was held on January 17th at Admiral’s Cove Country Club.
Chaired by Roberta Golub, the gala honored the extraordinary achievements of Broadway producer and theatre board member, Rodger Hess and his wife Betty. Among the Hess’ significant contributions are the on-site professional rehearsal hall and the financial enhancement of the Carbonell Award winning musical, The Tin Pan Alley Rag.
Harvey and Roberta Golub
The record breaking $420,000 was raised through corporate and individual sponsorship, an auction and tickets sales. The auction was generously supported by over 160 local businesses including Tiffany & Co., Montblanc, Saks Fifth Avenue, the Garden’s Mall, The Jupiter Ritz Carlton Club and Spa, Florida Power and Light, the Golden Anvil, Studio E Gallery, Joseph’s Classic Market, PGA National Resort and Spa, the Kitchen Strand and Joe and Loreen Farish.
“The credit goes to Roberta Golub whose vision brought our Gala to a new level. As the gala chairman, she did an amazing job inspiring and motivating her forty-two committee members to create an outstanding event that was so much fun. Our theatre and community will really benefit from the success of this fundraiser,” said Tricia Trimble, Director of Development.
Roberta and Harvey Golub were the Grand Benefactor Sponsors and JPMorgan Private Bank, Jane F. Napier, Diane and Jim Perrella were the VIP Sponsors. “Zoom” Fleischer, Betty and Rodger Hess, Joan and Alan Safir, Bonnie and Tom Strauss were the Platinum Sponsors and over twenty-five others were Gold and Silver Sponsors. Grand auction chairmen were Bel Miller and Leslie Sacks; silent auction chairman was Pattie Light; and the event chairmen were Irene Goodkind and Leslie Sacks.
MJT Welcome s New Board Member
Ms. Jane F. Napier
Jane F. Napier SAVE THE DATE FOR NEXT YEAR... JANUARY 15, 2009
The Maltz Jupiter Theatre is proud to announce that Ms. Jane F. Napier was added to the board of directors.
Ms. Napier has been ver y involved as a major donor over the past five years at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. During many years of service in her previous home town of Rochester, NY; she has assumed the responsibilities of finance and long range planning through membership on the executive and finance committees of the boards of the St. Bernard’s School of Theology; the Hobart William Smith College; the Rochester Regional Library Council and St. John Fisher College.
In addition, she ser ved on the Bishop of Rochester's Stewardship Council and has lent her talents to the boards of the Visiting Nurse Service of Rochester, NY; the American Red Cross - Rochester Chapter; the National American Red Cross; and the United Way of Rochester.
The widow of the late William J. Napier, she attended the University of Florida for two years and graduated from Florida Southern College. Ms. Napier has now returned to Florida and resides in Jupiter. Dedicated patrons of the theatre and guild members Dr. Herb Hoffstein and Larry Wright recently celebrated birthdays. In lieu of birthday gifts, they asked that a donation to the theatre be made. As of March 1, $4,000.
The continued growth of the Maltz Jupiter Theatre is being made possible though the generous contributions of the numerous friends of the Theatre.
The brick pavers provide an ideal way to pay tribute to a spouse, parent or child; honor a friend or just show your commitment to the arts in our community
To purchase your personalized brick paver contact Tricia Trimble, at 561-743-2666
Betty and Rodger Hess
COPA Notes From the Conservatory
The Touring Company of COPA has been seen around town performing to standing ovations! These fifteen students, along with four understudies, were chosen through a rigiorous audition process in September 2007 Their 40-minute Broadway Revue includes hits from Hairspray, Jersey Boys, Fame, A Chorus Line and High School Musical Crowds at City Place, Downtown at the Gardens, Artrageous at Abacoa and Florida Atlantic University were amazed at the talent of these young stars in the making
For the spring Touring Company schedule or to book the Company call 561-575-COPA (2672) or visit www.jupitertheatre org
Inaugural COPA Awards Presented to Nine Deserving Students
The donors who built the Conservatory of Performing Arts recently recognized the outstanding efforts of nine COPA students in the inaugural COPA Awards ceremony on Monday, March 3. The awards show opened with a performance by the Touring Company. Curt Fonger, WPEC News 12 anchor served as master of ceremonies for the evening.
Dr. Bernard and Phyllis Eisenstein Cultural Award was presented to Ethan Kaslow who most exemplified the characteristics of cultural awareness. Ralph and Muriel Saltzman presented the Jodi Ann Saltzman Memorial Award to Aidan Renda for the “Most Spirited” who most exemplifies the true passion, spirit and character of the theatre. Mary Ellen and Dermot Healey presented the Leadership Award to Sam Tanabe, a Kings Academy senior, who presented leadership qualities most befitting a student of the theatre. The O’Hagan Family Award for Outstanding Improvement was presented to two deserving students Mackenzie McGahee and Timothy Coughlin by the theatre’s Managing Director, Murray Green.
Dan DiRenzo, Carol Wright and Myra Hoffstein, on behalf of the Maltz Jupiter Theatre Guild, presented the Outstanding Award to two deserving students. “Having natural ability to perform is a gift; but what you do with your gift - the energy and determination to improve are the characteristics of two students we chose to recognize,” said DiRenzo, president of the Guild. The MJT Guild Award for Outstanding Improvement went to Alex Murrant-Johnson and Stephenne Warembourg.
Peggy and Rick Katz presented the final awards of the evening to one female student and one make student who excelled in the disciplines of dance, voice and acting. The Award of Excellence was presented to Spencer Ballantyne and Lexi Carter.
“The COPA Awards were conceptualized by a committee of donors and the development office at the theatre as a platform to recognize the outstanding efforts of our students,” said Tricia Trimble, Director of Development. Our mission for the Conser vator y is to impart the message that hard work, determination and a positive attitude is so important to succeed in today’s world.” Stated Trimble.
Faculty of COPA selected this year’s winners from the 150 enrolled in classes at the Conser vator y.
COPA
Calling all young the spians!
SUMMER
Once again the Conservatory of Performing Arts (COPA) will offer the Summer at the Conservatory program this June and July. The summer camps will kick off with the Senior Conservatory for ages 12 and up on June 9th and end on June 28th. The Junior Conservatory for ages 8-12 will start on July 7th and end on July 26th
The camp schedule for both sessions runs daily Monday thru Friday beginning at 9:30 am and ending at 5 pm. Classes consist of dance, vocal technique and acting. At the conclusion of both camps, all students will participate in a musical production. Musicals under consideration for the Senior Conservatory are ‘Anything Goes’ and ‘42nd Street’ with performances on Friday, June 27th at 2 pm and 7:30 pm and on Saturday, June 28th at 7:30 pm. The Junior Conservatory will produce ‘Peter Pan, the Musical’ with performances on Friday, July 25th at 2 pm and 7:30 pm and on Saturday, July 26th at 7:30 pm.
Cost for the 3 week camp is $600 per person. Registration begins in May. Space is limited and is based on first come, first serve. For more information on COPA visit 561-575-COPA(2672) or visit www.jupitertheatre.org
2008 COPA Award Winners
PIRATES OF PENZANCE
Friday, May 9th and Saturday, May 10th
The Princess & the Pea
Saturday, April 26th - 10am
One of HansChristian Andersen’s most famous tales bursts to life with vibrant color and originality. With mistaken identities, hilarious hi-jinks and starcrossed romance, Stages Productions’ new musical has enough humor and toe-tapping songs to keep any princess ... awake! Showtime is 10 am; all tickets are $12.
COPA students will swashbuckle their way onto the Maltz Jupiter Theatre stage in their musical production of Pirates of Penzance. See this magical production complete with damsels, princes, pirates and mateys performed by COPA students ages 12 to 19. This production is directed by COPA voice instructor Craig Wich, with musical direction by Betty Saunders and choreography by Judy Gelman. Showtimes are 7:30 pm both nights. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students under 18. To purchase tickets call the theatre box office at 561-575-2223.
REMAINING FIFTH ANNIVERSARY PRODUCTIONS AND EVENTS
Shangri Las
March 22 – 8 pm Presented in part by B&J Entertainment; sponsored by Maroone-Lincoln Mercury. Opening for the ShangriLas is the local Doo Wop group Sha-boom. Relive the magic of one of the most broadly appealing of all the '60s girl groups whose perfectly blended harmonies produced the major hits “Leader of the Pack” and “Give Him a Great Big Kiss.” Tickets are $45.
John Pizzarelli Quartet
March 24 – 7:30 pm Part of the Jazzin’ Jupiter Series. This brilliant musician is known for his American songbook standards. Pizzarelli’s cool jazz guitar playing and unique jazz vocals continues to entertain audiences around the world. Tickets are $45.
Master Class
April 1 – April 13 The Tony Award® winning play is a reconstruction of real-life “master classes” taught by the opera diva, Maria Callas at Julliard. Callas shares her life experiences including her affair with Aristotle Onassis, her early days as an ugly duckling and the fierce hatred of her rivals. Showtimes are Tuesday through Friday at 7:30 pm; Saturday at 8 pm; Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2 pm.
Tickets range from $28 to $48.
GROUP SPOTLIGHT GROUP SPOTLIGHT
JONATHAN'S LANDING
“Members of our club love forming a group and going to the Maltz Jupiter Theatre to see quality productions” commented Bunny Rusted, Dining Manager and Group Leader of Jonathan's Landing in Jupiter. "It's a great way to get discounted tickets as well as have fun with a group."
A few times this season, members of Jonathan's Landing have formed a group to see shows at the Maltz. With the help of Bunny and Maltz Jupiter Theatre Group Concierge, Cory Reed, the group gets quality seats, personalized service and discounted tickets. That personalized service includes a welcome from the stage as well as a sign in the lobby, seat selection, ticket distribution, reser vation of seats, marketing materials furnished to help promote the show within the group and assistance with pre and post dining meals.
So far the group has seen and thoroughly enjoyed The Boy Friend, Smokey Joe's Café and is slated to see Master Class. "And we'll definitely keep coming back to the Maltz as a group," said Bunny. "The More the Merrier..."
Group Tickets and single tickets are available at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre Box Office, online at www.jupitertheatre.org or by phone 561-575-2223 or 800-445-1666.
SYRIANA: The Award-winning Film and the CIA Agent
April 6 at 7pm - All tickets are $25
TView this Academy Award winning film, produced by and starring George Clooney, and then meet the real CIA operative,
Robert Baer whose exploits inspired it. Featured Speaker: Veteran Middle East CIA Operative Robert Baer,author of the NY Times Best Seller: “See No Evil” and “Sleeping with the Devil,” on whose career Clooney’s role was based.
Karen Rogers
Moderated By: Peter Earnest, Former Executive Director of the International Spy Museum, and former CIA colleague of Baer in the Agency's Clandestine Service.
April 10 Part of the “Free At Three” series. "Prima Donna and Other Wild Beasts." Former Metropolitan Opera soprano, Karen Rogers, offers an insider's look at the world of opera. Coinciding with the production of Master Class, Rogers will share her intimate story of life as an opera singer. Lecture is 3 pm. Admission is free. Presented by The Palm Beach Post and Seaview 960 AM.
Roger McGuinn
April 18 – 7:30 pm Back by popular demand, the front man and founder of the Byrds demonstrates his mastery of music with famous hits as “Turn, Turn, Turn” and “Mr Tambourine Man.” Orchestra $35, Mezzanine $25.
Leon Russell
April 27 - 7:30pm
Bringing the Maltz Jupiter Theatr e’s Fifth Anniversary Season to an end, Leon Russell returns to the theatre with his rock ‘n roll blues show. Hear classics like “A Song For You,” "Jumpin' Jack Flash" “Same Old Song”, “So Hard To Say Goodbye”, “Hungry For Love” and other songs from multiple records.
All tickets are $35.
Meet The New MJT Employee
Michelle Libby
Development Administrative Assistant
Michelle comes to the theatre from Sports One Source Group where she worked as the Administrative Assistant to the CEO for seven years. In her new role she will oversee the development database and coordinate all administrative duties of the department. Michelle is a Jupiter Farms resident, and enjoys quiet weekends with her husband at her Lake Okeechobee cottage.
Robert Baer
Peter Earnest
Congratulations to:
Marie Setteducate, Paymaster - January employee of the month.
Molly McCarter, Production Manager - February employee of the month.
Rachel Blavatnik, March employee of the month.
Congratulations to COPA Kids!
• Gabby Craft recently won the Star of the Future Award at the South Florida Fair.
• Lexi Carter and Brittney Millard were both selected to sing the national anthem duringa Florida Marlin or St. Louis Cardinal spring training game at Roger Dean Stadium.
• Michael Risco was cast as the understudy for the role of Nathan in TheFull Monty, this is his second professional production at the theatre, he was first cast in A Christmas Story in 2006. He also recently finished an educational film as well.
• MacKenzie McGahee just landed her first paid commercial.
V OLUNTEERS
V OLUNTEERS
Romona originally started volunteering at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre over 5 years ago in the basement of the Jupiter Beach Resort. She assists patrons with ticket sales, subscriptions and loves assisting Jay, the Box Office Manager, any way she can. Her favorite part about volunteering at the theatre is that she gets to interact with the public and has met some very nice people throughout the years. She is also a choir member at St. Patrick’s Church and is a participant of the volunteer entertainment group the Coquetts. Romona resides in Juno Beach but is originally from West Springfield, MA. She was the advertising manager for Levitz Furniture when they transformed her to Florida ten years ago. Her passions are music, theatre and her four children and six grandchildren. Ramona is also a choir member at St. Patrick’s Church and is an active participant in the Coquetts, a volunteer entertainment group that sings, tap dances and entertains at retirement and assisted living facilities. She lives in Juno Beach, but is originally from West Springfield, Massachusetts where she received her Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts from Massachusetts College of Art. She was the Advertising Manager for Levitz Furniture when they transferred her to Florida and has been here for 10 years. Her passions are music, theatre, the arts and her 4 children and 6 grandchildren.
Howie O’Hare is the self-proclaimed “Poster Boy” of the theatre. He has been volunteering for nearly 4 years hanging posters. He also works the theatre booth at Roger Dean Stadium and distributes brochures and upcoming event information. His favorite part of volunteering is that he gets to meet many new faces and makes many friends. He and his wife, Jetty O’Hare (also a volunteer at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre) live in Jupiter.
Howie is ver y active in the ccommunity and volunteers at the La Posada Assisted Living Center. He is a retired high school guidance counselor and coach from Rhode Island. His passions are the Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots and his three wonderful children and six grand children. His passions are the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. He is a retired high school guidance counselor and a basketball and football coach from Rhode Island. Howie and Jetty go to Bristol Rhode Island during the holidays and summer months where they have 3 wonderful children and six grand children.
GUILD GUILD
The Guild was able to donate more than $50,000.00 to help in the completion of the Conservatory of Performing Arts (COPA) with monies raised from the various events held during the year. Scholarships were awarded to three COPA students based on merit and need. The Conservatory of Performing Arts Endowment fund received a $20,000 donation from the Guild at the annual meeting held on March 25, 2008. The Guild’s fundraising as of March 1:
• Oct. 17, 2007 - Whole Foods raised $3,058. A second piano was purchased for COPA.
• November 4, 2007 - Fashion Show "Kaleidoscope of Color" was sold out and netted $10,000.
• December 2007 - Holiday Ornament Sale in the theatre lobby raised $1, 389.
• December 2007 - Gift wrapping at the Gardens Mall rasied $3,181.
• January 12, 2008 - Tribute to the Rat Pack Fundraiser sold out and netted $16,667.
• Februar y 4, 2008 - Provident Jewelr y Trunk Show raised $3,500.
Over the past couple years, the guild’s membership has grown thanks to a collaboration of wonderful, dedicated individuals.
We welcome all who want to become involved, please contact Jim D’Amelio at beachhouse25@bellsouth.net or call 561-747-1962.
Ramona Horgan
Howie O’Hare
The Rat Pack with emcee Cindy Hite • Marilyn with her special cake at the Guild Party after the show
