Artistic Director Caleb Marshall
General Manager Kathy Heimbecker
sudburytheatre.ca 705.674.8381 x21
sudburytheatre @sudburytheatre
SUDBURY THEATRE CENTRE 2014.2015 SEASON
MEET OUR NEW ARTISTIC DIRECTOR CALEB MARSHALL It is my great pleasure to introduce myself to you, the Sudbury community. I have already been given a tremendous welcome and been made to feel very much at home. Thank you and I look forward to getting to know you! This is your theatre. I believe an Artistic Director should cultivate a vision for the company in partnership with the community. I’d like to hear from you what you feel STC should be, and how we can best represent you in the stories we tell, the themes we explore and the escape we embrace. A season of theatre should provide you with a bit of everything: laughter, tears, a chance to forget yourself; and should provoke dialogue about things most important to you.
photo: Mike Blinn, Pixatron
A regional theatre has two responsibilities: to not only bring you the best work and talent from across the country but to also celebrate the talent and develop the stories in its own backyard. Sudbury has a rich past and I’m sure there are plenty of stories to mine; the stories that speak uniquely to us as a community, how we see ourselves, our triumphs and our challenges. Please share them with me. This coming season is indeed a “colourful” one, with plays representing people of all ages and various cultural backgrounds in our community. It’s a season with nostalgia, humour and heart as we bring to life The Rocky Horror Show and Miracle on 34th Street. It’s a bold season that will fill us with empathy and provoke controversial discussion guiding us together through some challenging issues we are facing in Another Home Invasion and Mourning Dove. It’s a celebration of our diversity and the great humour that can come when we realize, through A Brimful of Asha and In Piazza San Domenico, that none of us is that different despite our backgrounds. Great theatre is an exploration of the human spirit that brings us all together. We share something special when we sit together in that theatre and Red will give us an insight into the power and struggle of the creative spirit. Thank you to our sponsors, funders and patrons – I’m very excited to take this journey with you.
—Caleb Marshall, Artistic Director ad@sudburytheatre.on.ca
Come up to the lab and see what’s on the slab.
MUSIC, LYRICS & BOOK BY RICHARD O’BRIEN 25 SEP to 18 OCT 2014 The Rocky Horror Show is a cultural icon. The monstrously-fabulous musical that inspired the cult classic film, it’s hard to find a person who can’t sing along to the “Time Warp”. One dark and stormy night, the newly-engaged Brad and Janet happen on the castle of Doctor Frank N. Furter who believes he has discovered the secret of life. Will the muscular science experiment “Rocky Horror” live forever? To find out, it’s just a jump to the (stage) left!
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adult senior under 30 preview
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Life after independent living.
BY JOAN McLEOD 23 OCT to 1 NOV 2014 This riveting and often comic story mirrors our lives, both current and future. The feisty, lonely senior Jean and her husband Alec wish to move into a long-term care facility for couples. Alec’s dementia has progressed, leaving Jean in charge. One night, she innocently invites a stranger into their home, a move that has frightening consequences. Completely absorbing and engaging, Jean will work her way into your heart.
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Will you believe?
ADAPTED BY CALEB MARSHALL
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From the classic by Valentine Davies With additional writing by Erin Keating
21 NOV to 14 DEC 2014
Can one nice old man with whiskers change the lives of a world-weary mother, her little girl and all of New York City? This holiday classic is as relevant and meaningful as ever; its story of triumph of faith over greed and goodwill over commercialism has enchanted us for over 65 years. Full of “joy and love and all the other intangibles� this show is what we want Christmas to really mean. Santa Claus is coming to town... but this year, he has to prove it.
adult senior under 30 preview family (4)
$ 37.10 $ 31.85 $ 21.10 $ 26.00 $ 74.20
How far would you go for your child?
BY EMIL SHER 22 JAN to 1 FEB 2015 “Life” and “living” are two very different things. This theme runs through the core of Mourning Dove as Doug and Sandra must come to terms with their daughter Tina’s impending operation – one of many to come. Traveling the gamut from playful to heartbreaking, Mourning Dove touches the soul and challenges the mind. Inspired by the true story of Saskatchewan farmer Robert Latimer, both sides of a life-anddeath issue are passionately represented.
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You don’t choose your family. Why choose your wife?
WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY RAVI JAIN 24 FEB to 1 MAR 2015 Spend an evening with Canadian-born Ravi Jain and his real-life, Indian-born mother Asha. Ravi revels in the freedoms and possibilities Canada has to offer while his parents are traditionalists, expecting him to honour his heritage. The audience is taken on an comic adventure chronicling Ravi’s 2007 trip to India and his parent’s wife shopping. A thought-provoking generational and cultural clash that has moved audiences to laughter across the nation... served with samosas.
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At the height of his fame, they changed the game.
BY JOHN LOGAN 26 MAR to 4 APR 2015 The celebrated bad boy of the art world, Mark Rothko, is immersed in the biggest commission in the history of modern art. Enter his new assistant, Ken, whose only goal seems to be to unsettle and challenge Rothko. Together, they are oil and water. An intense drama filled with passionate debates and fierce creative clashes, Red is a visceral study of art through the fiery eyes of two artists of different generations. Winner of the 2010 Tony Award, it’s a streak of brilliance as fresh as wet paint.
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A farce of Italian proportions.
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BY STEVE GALLUCCIO 23 APR to 15 MAY 2015 This fast-paced comedy of errors makes everyone wish they were Italian. It’s 1952 in Naples, Italy, and Carmelina has just fainted in the same piazza where she saw her fiancé Guido kissing a girl of questionable reputation. She calls off the engagement, stirring up comic trouble for a host of people. To spite Guido, Carmelina attempts to catch the eye of the homeliest mamma’s boy in town. It’s a downright crowd pleaser – a comedy for the masses.
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adult senior under 30 preview
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A special STC fundraising event.
THE MUSIC OF GLEN CAMPBELL STARRING AARON SOLOMON WITH LEISA WAY 6 & 7 MAR 2015
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Aaron Solomon and his roof-raising band showcase Glenn Campbell’s biggest hits. Guest star, Leisa Way portrays all of the ladies who accompanied Glenn throughout his illustrious career, including Bobbie Gentry, Tanya Tucker and Anne Murray. Playing to sold-out audiences with rave reviews, this show is a must-see for fans of great music!
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Have your golden ticket ready.
Students on Stage
Willy Wonka has made a momentous announcement: he will open his famous candy factory and reveal “all of its secrets and magic” to the five lucky children who find golden tickets hidden inside five randomly selected Wonka chocolate bars. A classic favourite!
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY BY RICHARD R. GEORGE
Adapted from the fantasy by Roald Dahl
7 & 8 FEB 2015
Not all houseguests are welcome. Sherry, a charming and quick-witted mouse, would like to live at the Saunders house; however, the frightened Mrs. Saunders demands her son Aaron get rid of it. Before doing so, the wee guest is granted a chance to present her case by wisely using an arsenal of word-games,stories and fun. An engaging and delightful play that encourages audience participation.
THERE’S A MOUSE IN MY HOUSE BY CARRIE COSTELLO
Adapted from the book by Sheree Fitch
23 MAY 2015
adult $ 12.00 senior $ 12.00 under 30 $ 7.00
Theatre for Young(ish) Audiences
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10 consecutive Saturdays: 6 SEP to 8 NOV 2014 VOCALVIBES ages 8 to 11 at 3.45pm GLEESPREE ages 12 to 17 at 2pm
Vocal Instructor KELLY PERRAS
$110 subscribers | $130 non-subscribers
YOUTH DRAMA CLASSES 10 consecutive Saturdays in three blocks: 6 SEP 2014 | 3 JAN 2015 | 28 MAR 2015 DISCOVERY ages 8 to 11 at 10am DEVELOPMENT ages 12 to 17 at 1.30pm $110 subscribers | $130 non-subscribers
Drama Instructor CHELSEA PAPINEAU
FILM ACTING FOR ADULTS (Ages 18+) 3 OCT 2014 from 7 to 10pm 4 OCT 2014 from 11am to 8pm 5 OCT 2014 from 11am to 8pm
Film Acting Instructor BEN PAQUETTE
$275 subscribers | $290 non-subscribers
PLAYWRIGHTS’ JUNCTION To inspire new works created by budding playwrights. Submission deadline 15 SEP 2014 Reading Showcase 9 FEB 2015 at 7pm pay what you can at the door Get involved! Visit sudburytheatre.ca
STC Playwright in Residence MATTHEW HEITI
photo: Rob Provencher, Westmount Photography
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SUBSCRIPTION (your choice of 6 mainstage plays) adult $ 214.15 senior $ 179.15 under 30 $ 109.25 preview $ 144.20
SINGLE TICKETS Students on Stage TYA Musical adult $ 37.10 $ 12.00 $ 23.00 $ 42.64 senior $ 31.85 $ 12.00 $ 23.00 $ 37.38 under 30 $ 21.10 $ 7.00 $ 15.00 $ 26.64 rush/preview $ 26.00 $ 32.00 FLEX PACKS
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12 pack $ 428.25 $ 358.30 $ 218.50
PAY WHAT YOU CAN MATINÉES Theatre should be accessible to everyone, even those on a tight budget. That’s why the first Sunday performance of each mainstage production is a Pay-What-You-Can matinée ($10 suggested minimum). PWYC seats are first-come-first-served and cannot be booked in advance. See the back of the brochure for dates. BECOME A PATRON STC is a registered charitable arts organization. All donations to STC are tax deductible. You will also receive acknowledgement of your generous gift in our production programs. For more information on donation levels, sponsorships, or our Take a Seat! campaign, please visit the Website at sudburytheatre.ca/friends-stc. Call the box office at 705.674.8381 x21 if you wish to become a Patron of STC. All pricing includes HST. All donations to STC are tax deductible. STC has a No Refund Policy on ticket purchases. We will gladly exchange your tickets within a 24-hour notice. In consideration of the actors and other patrons, infants are not permitted in the auditorium.
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STC SEASON CALENDAR [All show times 7.30pm unless otherwise specified. The theatre is dark on Mondays.] SUN 2014
TUE
WED
THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW
THU
FRI
SAT
25 SEP preview
26 SEP
28 SEP 2pm*
30 SEP
1 OCT
2 OCT
3 OCT
4 OCT
5 OCT 2pm
7 OCT
8 OCT
9 OCT
10 OCT
11 OCT
12 OCT 2pm
14 OCT
15 OCT
ANOTHER HOME INVASION
26 OCT 2pm*
28 OCT
29 OCT
27 SEP
16 OCT
17 OCT
18 OCT
23 OCT preview
24 OCT
25 OCT
30 OCT
MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET
31 OCT
1 NOV
21 NOV preview
22 NOV 2 & 7.30pm 29 NOV 2 & 7pm
23 NOV 2pm*
27 NOV 7pm
28 NOV 7pm
30 NOV 2pm
4 DEC 7pm
5 DEC 7pm
6 DEC 2 & 7pm
11 DEC 7pm
12 DEC 7pm
13 DEC 2 & 7pm
7 DEC 2pm
14 DEC 2pm SUN 2015
TUE
WED
MOURNING DOVE
25 JAN 2pm*
27 JAN
28 JAN
THU
FRI
22 JAN preview
23 JAN
29 JAN
30 JAN
24 JAN 31 JAN
CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY 1 FEB 2pm
8 FEB 2pm
A BRIMFUL OF ASHA
24 FEB
25 FEB
26 FEB
WICHITA LINEMAN 1 MAR 2pm*
27 FEB
SAT
7 FEB 7pm 28 FEB
6 MAR
7 MAR
27 MAR
28 MAR
RED
26 MAR preview 2 APR
3 APR
4 APR
IN PIAZZA SAN DOMENICO
23 APR preview
24 APR
25 APR
29 MAR 2pm
31 MAR
1 APR
26 APR 2pm*
28 APR
29 APR
30 APR
1 MAY
2 MAY
3 MAY
5 MAY
6 MAY
7 MAY
8 MAY
9 MAY
10 MAY
12 MAY
13 MAY
14 MAY
15 MAY
THERE’S A MOUSE IN MY HOUSE 23 MAY *Pay What You Can Sunday matinées, suggested minimum $10.
GET IN TOUCH WITH THE STC TEAM
170 Shaughnessy Street, PO Box 641, Station B, Sudbury ON P3E 4P8 Box Office x21 | boxoffice@sudburytheatre.on.ca Caleb Marshall, Artistic Director x28 | ad@sudburytheatre.on.ca Kathy Heimbecker, General Manager x26 | kathy@sudburytheatre.on.ca Michael Johnson, Technical Director x29 | production@sudburytheatre.on.ca Callam Rodya, Communications Coordinator x25 | marketing@sudburytheatre.on.ca Judi Straughan, Education Coordinator x23 | education@sudburytheatre.on.ca
705 674 8381 sudburytheatre.ca sudbury theatre centre @sudburytheatre