Children's Theater of Madison 2018/19 Season Brochure

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WELCOME TO OUR 53 RD SEASON! Magical tales of discovery and adventure await you! You’ll know many of the characters in these cherished stories — like Charlotte & Wilbur, Scrooge & Tiny Tim, Willy & Charlie. And you’ll meet new friends Jeremy & Captain Braidbeard, Peter & Vladimir, and others. From page to stage, each show this year is an adaptation of an awardwinning book.

Every production features seasoned adult actors performing alongside talented youth, creating exceptional entertainment for the whole family.

We invite you to our home, the Overture Center, where the intimate Playhouse offers an up-close-and-personal experience. In December, come into the elegant Capitol Theater for A Christmas Carol, a wonderful Madison tradition!

And as an early buyer, you’ll get the deepest discounts and the best seats. Plus, free exchanges mean you can always adapt to the unexpected.

So step inside magical worlds, filled with wonder, delight and pure imagination!

Thank you for making CTM part of YOUR family’s together time!

Roseann Sheridan

Allen Ebert

Artistic Director

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OUR PRE-SEASON SALE STARTS AUGUST 23RD!

UP TO 45% OFF WHEN YOU BUY 2 OR MORE SHOWS. THAT’S SOME SAVINGS!

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Just beat the

SEPTEMBER 30 TH

deadline and get these benefits: Get the best seats in the house!

The ultimate flexibility with FREE ticket exchanges!

Choose the dates and times you want!

pictured: James Ridge as Man in Yellow Suit

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PICK TWO OR MORE PLAYS

BY SEPTEMBER 30 TH AND SAVE BIG!

T HE C T M FA MI LY PAC K SAVE S YO U UP T O 45% Our most popular option is back for an encore performance with more Family Pack dates than ever! The Family Pack is available to buyers of two or more plays. Here’s how to do it:

• Bundle two or more of our season’s shows.

• Buy at least three Family Pack tickets to a show.

And that’s it, you qualify. There’s a limited supply of seats to select performances, so get them while you can.

See available dates on Page 16.

T HE A N Y TH I NG GOES DE AL B UY T W O S H OWS , S AVE 35% Any ticket. Every seat. Any show. Save 35% on every ticket when you buy any two shows – no ticket minimums. Act now – first come, first served.

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T HE O NE SHOW & AWAY WE GO SP ECIA L !

25% SAVINGS ANY TICKET. ANY SEAT. ANY SHOW. No restrictions. Just buy one of our shows, any amount of tickets, and SAVE 25%.

A L L PR E - S E A SON S PE C I A LS I NC LU DE T H E S E B E N E F I TS: F R E E T IC K ET E XC H A NG E S Just let the box office know 48 hours before the original show, and you can exchange your tickets for free. Your desired new seats must be of equal value.

B E ST S E ATS I N T H E HOUS E Ordering early guarantees the best available seats. The early bird definitely gets the best seats all year. So hurry!

U LT I M AT E AVA I L A B I L I T Y Any day, any time, any performance you want - and like we said the best seats available!

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SOME SEASON! CHARLOTTE’S WEB October 5-21 One of the most beloved stories of all time about friendship, loyalty and one Terrific Pig! A CHRISTMAS CAROL December 8-23 Step back in time to Victorian England with one of Madison’s most treasured family traditions.

HOW I BECAME A PIRATE February 16 - March 2 A musical adventure filled with a treasure-trove of songs, pirates, and plenty of pirate jokes!

TIBET THROUGH THE RED BOX March 9-17 Across cultures and continents, a boy and his father find their way back to each other through a remarkable chain of events.

ROALD DAHL’S WILLY WONKA April 26 - May 12 The iconic musical about a young boy named Charlie and the elusive Golden Ticket. It’s Pure Imagination and complete delight for the whole family!

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SOME PIG!

CHARLOTTE’S WEB OCTOBER 5-21

One of the most beloved classics of all time! Wilbur is a small pig with a big problem: he doesn’t want to end up on a dinner plate! His barnyard friends and a young girl named Fern try to help, but it’s the efforts of the extraordinary Charlotte the spider that astound everyone. A story of friendship, loyalty and growing up – for all ages and all generations.

Enjoyed by everyone ages 6 and up.

By Joseph Robinette Adapted from the book by E.B. White Sponsored by

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SOME PRODUCTION!

A CHRISTMAS CAROL DECEMBER 8-23 Madison’s favorite holiday tradition for the whole family, A Christmas Carol fills the elegant Capitol Theater with the spirit of Christmas! Get a little dressed up and step back in time to Victorian England for a wild seasonal ride. There’s music, dancing, and plenty of Bah Humbug for everyone! CTM’s grandest production of the year features David Daniel from American Players Theater as the infamous Mister Scrooge.

Enjoyed by everyone ages 8 and up.

By Charles Dickens Adapted by Colleen Madden Sponsored by

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SOME ADVENTURE!

HOW I BECAME A PIRATE FEBRUARY 16 - MARCH 2 Yo-ho! Ahoy Mateys! Join Captain Braidbeard and his comical crew of pirates as they enlist young Jeremy Jacobs’ help to find the perfect spot to bury their treasure. Jeremy finds that adventuring can be lots of fun, but also learns that love and home are treasures you can’t find on any map!

Our youngest audiences – and their grownups – will love this delightful, swashbuckling musical!

Enjoyed by everyone ages 3 and up.

Book, Music and Lyrics by Janet Yates Vogt and Mark Friedman Based upon the book by Melinda Long

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R P EG R EM IO IE NA R L E!

SOME STORY!

TIBET THROUGH THE RED BOX MARCH 9-17 A father and son are reunited in this remarkable true story. While in Tibet, Peter’s father Vladimir is lost in an avalanche, leaving young Peter back in Prague, struggling to make sense of his father’s absence. Vladimir fills a red box with letters to his son. A mysterious boy finds Vladimir and magically delivers the letters to his son, creating an amazing chain of events. Featuring Tibetan music and culture, this young adult drama will fascinate teens and adults alike.

Enjoyed by everyone ages 10 and up

By David Henry Hwang Based on the book by Peter Sis CELEBRATING COMMUNIT Y – ALL PERFORMANCES AVAIL ABLE AS FAMILY PACK!

Sponsored by

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SOME WORLD!

ROALD DAHL’S WILLY WONKA APRIL 26 - MAY 12 Charlie Bucket’s simple life is turned upside down when he finds a golden ticket: an invitation to the Wonka Chocolate Factory! The mysterious candy maker and his curious Oompa Loompas take Charlie and his Grandpa Joe on the adventure of a lifetime. Don’t miss this iconic musical into a world of “Pure Imagination”.

Enjoyed by everyone ages 6 and up.

Adapted for the stage by Leslie Bricusse and Timothy Allen McDonald Music and Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley Based on the book “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” by Roald Dahl Sponsored by

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ACCESS FOR ALL BUILDING BRIDGES TO THE ARTS FOR YOUTH WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

CTM offers sensory-friendly performances for children on the autism spectrum and for those who have sensory processing disorders. These performances provide added support and a safe space for children and families to enjoy live theater together. Also, every main stage show includes an ASL-interpreted performance for the hearing impaired.

ELIMINATING FINANCIAL BARRIERS FOR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Making arts education accessible on every level is a core value of CTM. Tuition assistance is available for all CTM education classes.

Our partnerships with Goodman Community Center and Lussier Community Education Center provide children in the community with free theater programming.

LIVE THEATER EXPERIENCES FOR EVERY CHILD

Our student matinee program provides students an affordable way to experience live theater as part of the school day. Discounted tickets for our public performances are also available through numerous community partners.

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SUPPORT US CONNECT WITH CTM! Your support for Children’s Theater of Madison plays a critical role in transforming lives through theater. There are many ways that you can provide support:

• Volunteer: come and join us backstage and beyond • Sustaining Gifts: sign up online to give a monthly gift of any amount • Financial Aid: provide support for students in theater classes • Wills & Bequests: include CTM in your estate planning • Corporate Sponsorship: ask about benefits for your workplace To learn more, contact kborkowski@ctmtheater.org

BECOME A CTM SPOTLIGHT CLUB MEMBER Do you want to share even more of the magic of theater with the young theater-goer in your life? Through the Spotlight Club you’ll become part of the CTM family and get access to unique benefits, such as:

• Invitations to special events such as backstage tours, dress rehearsals, actor chats, and more • Member-only discounts on tickets throughout the year • Early Summer Stage class registration • Early access to next year’s Preseason Sale

Best of all, your membership is an investment in creating vibrant and enduring theater experiences for young people, making memories that will last a lifetime!

Add $50 to any ticket order to become a Spotlight Member.

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PICK TWO OR MORE PLAYS Buy two or more plays by Sept. 30th and get great savings:

THE FAMILY PACK

(Our deepest discount.)

SAVE up to 45%! To qualify: •Pick a play from the Family Pack dates below.

•Purchase 3 or more tickets to the play you selected.

•Pick another play in the season and add those ticket(s) to your order.

PLEASE NOTE: If you choose another Family Pack date, you SAVE up to 45%. All other dates SAVE 35%.

Charlotte’s Web

A Christmas Carol

How I Became a Pirate

Fri, October 5 at 7:00pm Sat, October 6 at 2:30pm Sat, Octover 6 at 7:00pm Sun, October 7 at 2:30pm Fri, October 12 at 7:00pm

Sat, December 8 at 7:00pm Sun, December 9 at 2:30pm Sat, December 15 at 2:30pm

Sat, February 16 at 2:30pm Sat, February 16 at 6:30pm Sun, February 17 at 2:30pm Sat, February 23 at 6:30pm Sat, March 2 at 6:30pm

Tibet Through the Red Box CELEBRATING COMMUNIT Y A ll performances available as Family Pack!

Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Fri, April 26 at 7:00pm Sat, April 27 at 2:30pm Sat, April 27 at 7:00pm Fri, May 3 at 7:00pm Fri, May 10 at 7:00pm

THE ANYTHING GOES SPECIAL - PICK 2, SAVE 35% Buy two or more plays by September 30th and save 35% on every ticket you buy – any ticket quantity, any date, any time.

THE ONE SHOW & AWAY WE GO SPECIAL! Buy any one play and get this great perk:

SAVE 25% on seats for any show.

Order early, get great seats.

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All specials expire September 30th

ORDER BY SEPTEMBER 30 TH

SAVE UP TO 45% DISCOUNTS WILL BE APPLIED AT ORDER CHECKOUT

PLAYHOUSE SHOWS Charlotte’s Web Tibet Through the Red Box Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka

REGULAR PRICE

BEFORE OCT 1

Youth age 13 & under. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $29. . . . . $18.75 Adults, Seniors & Students age 14+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40. . . . . $26 FAMILY PACK PER TICKET

for all ages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A . . . . . $20

OUR YOUNGEST AUDIENCE SHOW:

How I Became a Pirate Youth age 13 & under. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24. . . . . $15.50 Adults, Seniors & Students age 14+. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $32. . . . . $20.75 FAMILY PACK PER TICKET

for all ages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A . . . . . $18

CAPITOL THEATER A Christmas Carol

REGULAR PRICE

BEFORE OCT. 1

MEZZANINE

Mezzanine (Balcony). . . . . . . . . . . . $32. . . . . $21 Circle (Balcony). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$41. . . . . $26.75 Orchestra . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $57. . . . . $37 Prime Center (first 5 rows). . . . . . . . $63. . . . . $41 FAMILY PACK PER TICKET Mezzanine (already discounted). . . . . . . . N/A. . . . . $18 Circle (already discounted) . . . . . . . . . . . . N/A. . . . . $24 Orchestra (already discounted) . . . . . . . . N/A. . . . . $34 (see calendar for Family Pack dates)

CIRCLE

ORCHESTRA PRIME CENTER

Order Online CTMTHEATER.ORG OR CALL (608) 255-2080 / MON-FRI, 9AM-5PM Pre-season sale ticket price reflects the Pick Two 35% discount and Family Pack 45% discount.

All prices include sales tax and Overture Center facility fees.

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A ROUND OF APPLAUSE AND THANKS SEASON SPONSOR

SEASON SUPPORTERS

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TICKET POLICIES 2018-2019 BOX OFFICE: Purchase discounted tickets to two or more of this season’s plays through CTM by midnight, September 30, 2018, online at ctmtheater.org, by phone at 608.255.2080, or by mail to 228 State Street, Madison, WI 53703. Purchase discounted tickets to one play through the Overture Center Box Office by September 30, 2018, online at ctmtheater.org, by phone at 608.258.4141 or in person at 201 State Street.

SERVICE CHARGES: Tickets purchased through CTM during this limited pre-season offer are subject only to a one time handling charge, but are free of any other additional fees or charges. Tickets purchased through the Overture Center Box Office, online or by phone are subject to additional fees and charges for each ticket.

TICKET POLICIES/EXCHANGES: All sales are final; no refunds are available. Purchased tickets are eligible for free exchanges and need to be exchanged through the Overture Center Box Office, not CTM. Please call 608-258-4141 for box office hours. Tickets must be exchanged at least 48 hours before the first performance involved in the exchange. Tickets may only be exchanged for a CTM 2018-19 season performance of comparable or greater value, provided the additional value is paid, if applicable.

CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations are at the discretion of the Overture Center. Cancelled performances are eligible for a refund or tickets can be exchanged for another CTM 2018-19 season performance (based on availability). Service charges are non-refundable.

SPECIAL NEEDS: Wheelchair seating, large print programs and assisted listening devices are available. Please make your accommodation requests when ordering your tickets. There will be one ASL performance for each production: October 13 at 2:30pm, December 15 at 2:30pm, February 23 at 2:30pm, March 9 at 2:30pm, and May 11 at 2:30pm.

AGE RESTRICTIONS: Our shows are recommended for children 3 years and up, and we do not allow any lap seats. All patrons need to purchase a seat. For the enjoyment of all, any disruptive patron may be asked to leave as a courtesy to our actors and other patrons.

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Design and Illustration by Art & Sons Mainstage photos courtesy of Tom Klingele and Dan Myers

2018-2019 SEASON CALENDAR CHARLOTTE’S WEB

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

OCTOBER 5-21

DECEMBER 8-23 SUNDAY

SATURDAY

FRIDAY

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7:00 PM

6

2:30 PM 7:00 PM

12

7:00 PM

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2:30 PM 7:00 PM

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2:30 PM

2:30 PM 20 7:00 PM

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2:30 PM

SUNDAY

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2:30 PM

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7:00 PM

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2:30 PM

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2:30 PM 7:00 PM

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2:30 PM

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2:30 PM 7:00 PM

23 2:30 PM

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7:00 PM

TIBET THROUGH THE RED BOX

FEBRUARY 16 - MARCH 2

MARCH 9-17

SATURDAY

7:00 PM

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2:30 PM 6:30 PM

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2:30 PM 6:30 PM

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2:30 PM 6:30 PM

SUNDAY

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11:00 AM 2:30 PM

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2:30 PM

ROALD DAHL’S WILLY WONKA FRIDAY 7:00 PM

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

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2:30 PM 7:00 PM

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2:30 PM

5

11:00 AM 2:30 PM

12

2:30 PM

3

7:00 PM

4

2:30 PM 7:00 PM

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7:00 PM

11

2:30 PM 7:00 PM

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

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2:30 PM 7:00 PM

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2:30 PM

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2:30 PM 7:00 PM

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2:30 PM

LEGEND

APRIL 26 - MAY 12

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SATURDAY

HOW I BECAME A PIRATE FRIDAY

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FRIDAY

Family Pack Sign Language Interpreted Sensory-Friendly Performance

PLACE YOUR ORDERS BY SEPTEMBER 30 TH

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Free ticket exchanges.

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SALE STARTS AUGUST 23 RD

PLACE ORDER BY SEPTEMBER 30TH

SAVE UP TO 45%

Children’s Theater of Madison 228 State Street Madison, WI 53703 608.255.2080 / ctmtheater.org

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