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Visual Arts “Botanical Illustration Made Easy” presented at ArtWorks Gallery & Studio, 503 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton, in collaboration with the Everhart Museum, Nov. 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost: $35 including materials. Info: Everhart for registration: 346.7186
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“Off the Wall” featuring artists Heather Murphy, Lolita Nogan, Erica Simon and Michael Swanson at New Visions Studio and Gallery, 201Vine St., Scranton. The exhibit will be on view from November 4 to 27 with an opening reception on First Friday, Nov. 4 from 5 to 10 p.m. Info: 570.878.3970.
Performing Arts
Hay Fever, presented by the Actors Circle Nov. 4 to 6, Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows begin at 8 p.m. and Sunday shows begin at 2 p.m. at the Providence Playhouse, 1256 Providence Rd., Scranton. Cost: $12, General, $10 Seniors, $8 Students. Info: 570.342.9707. “The Clean House” by Sarah Ruhl, presented by The University of Scranton Players, Nov. 4-6. Friday and Saturday shows are at 8 p.m. and Sunday’s show is at 2 p.m. McDade Center for Literary and Performing Arts. Cost:Fee varies. Info:941.4318. “Henry and Mudge ,” Nov. 5, show time at 11 a.m.workshop at 10 a.m. at the Scranton Cultural Center, Shopland Hall, 4th Floor. Cost: $8 for show, $4 for workshop. Info: 570.344.1111 or visit www.scrantonculturalcenter.org. Barbershop Vocal Clinic presented by “How to Be a Great Singer: The Feeding and Care of the Singer’s Voice” with the Endless Mountains Barbershop Chorus Nov. 5 and 12 from 10:30 a.m. to noon, for men and boys age 12 and older. Cost: Free. Info: 570.836.8595 or 570.240.1566. The Who’s “Tommy,” a rock musical based on The Who’s original 1969 album about the amazing pinball wizard. The show is directed by director of performing arts Teresa Fallon with musical direction by Ken McGraw. Performance dates are Nov.11to13 and18 to 20. Info: 1-800WILKES-U, ext. 4420. Flock of Seagulls, Nov. 12, 9 p.m. Gypsies at Mount Airy Casino Resort. Cost: $25/$40. Info: call 1.866.468.7619 or visit mountairycasino.com.
Literary Arts
Writers Group, for ages 18 and up, at the Dietrich Theater in downtown Tunkhannock, Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m., ongoing.
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This year The Scranton Prep Players presents the timeless children’s musical, ‘The Wizard of Oz,’ in the Bellarmine Theatre at Scranton Preparatory School, 1000 Wyoming Ave, Scranton. The play will be open to the public Nov. 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 7:30 p.m. and matinee performances Nov. 13 and 20 at 2 p.m. Shown, from left: Lindsey Stamer, Maddie Conway, Emily Moyles, Caitlin Dermody, Genevieve Moyles and Aleni Mackarey.
Wonderful ‘Wizard’ By Kelly Leighton Abington Journal Correspondent
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he Scranton Prep Players, the drama society at Scranton Preparatory School, will present “The Wizard of Oz” at the Bellarmine Theatre in several performances this month. Performances will take place Nov. 11, 12, 18 and 19 at 7:30 p.m. and matinee performances Nov. 13 and 20 at 2 p.m. A preshow will preclude all performances, beginning 30 minutes before the scheduled start time. Director Ann Moyles, also a teacher at Scranton Prep, said she chose this play because it’s one of her favorites. “For the past three years, I have stuck with dramas and comedies. I was in the mood for something different and I thought this play would be fun.” “The ‘Wizard of Oz’ came together very well. We definitely have the right people in the right roles,” she added. “It’s a great experience for all the students involved.” According to Moyles, the play has more than 125 students involved in the production. “The auditions are open to everyone in the school, not just members of the
Scranton Prep Players, so we always get a mix of old and new faces,” she said. “It’s interesting to see who shows up and the variety of students keeps it new and fresh.” Additionally, the students are very hands-on for all aspects of the play. Students create all of the scenery, costumes, backdrops and props. “I’m so proud of that,” said Moyles. “I love working with my students. They do such a great job” Moyles said she enjoys the entire directing process, but some of her favorite rehearsals are when “the students start becoming comfortable in their characters.” “I love watching the show evolve into their own,” she added. “Overall, ‘The Wizard of Oz’ is a great play. ages People of all will love this performance. It’s a timeless and classy play. It’s also fun and wonderful.
We’re having a blast.” The Scranton Prep Players is one of the largest extracurricular activities at the school and the company puts on two performances a year. Tickets for the performance cost $6 for children under 12, $8 for students and $10 for adults. Tickets will be available at the door, but are also available for pre-purchase at the box office. Moyles noted that there is reserved seating, so she encourages patrons to consider purchasing tickets prior to the event. The Bellarmine Theatre is in Scranton Prep High School, located at 1000 Wyoming Avenue in Scranton. The box office is open from 2:45 -3:45 p.m. and 6 -7:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For school at more in570. forma941.7797. tion, contact the
Caitlin Dermody, left, and Aleni Mackarey, right.
Come and read your work or listen and be inspired. All genres and levels of writing welcome. Cost: Free. Info: 570.996.1500. CMC Book Signing: Dr. Guido Boriosi, board certified psychiatrist and life member of the American Psychiatric Association, will appear in CMC’s hospital main lobby to sign copies of his book, “A Common Sense Approach: Understanding People,” Nov. 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info: www.guidoboriosi.com.
Arts, Crafts and More Fall Foliage Weekend Workshop, presented by Lacawac Sanctuary, for painters in oils and acrylics. Info: 570.689.9494 or visit the website at www.Lacawac.org Drawing Social, AfA Gallery, 514 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton every Sunday, 6 to 9 p.m., Cost: $5 general, $2 student
Learn to read and sing Welsh, in preparation for the North American Festival of Wales to be held in Scranton, on Labor Day weekend 2012. Classes will take place the first and third Saturday of each month, 2 to 4 p.m. starting Sept. 17 at the first Congregational Church, 500 Luzerne Ave, West Pittston. Cost Free. Info: email chhmww@hotmail.com or call 570.905.9074. All About Theatre for Preschool and Kindergarten, Wednesdays, to Nov. 16, from 4 to 5 p.m. Art-
works Gallery & Studio, 503 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. Cost: $50, all supplies included. Kid’s Art Sampler, Tuesdays, to Dec. 6, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Artworks Gallery & Studio, 503 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. Cost: $75, all supplies included Handmade Journaling Workshop, Thursdays, Nov. 3 and 10 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Artworks Gallery & Studio, 503 Lackawanna Ave., Scranton. Cost:$40, all supplies included.
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In less than two weeks the Dietrich Children’s Theatre will take us on an adventure to West Africa. On Friday, Nov. 11 at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and Saturday, Nov.12 at 11 a.m., they will perform “Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People’s Ears.” This production is based upon the Caldecott Medal wining tale of an exaggerating little mosquito who tells a fib to an iguana who then puts sticks in his ears to keep from hearing such nonsense. This scares the snake, which frightens the rabbit, which startles the monkey…and soon, that one little fib has grown into such a big lie that the sun cannot rise and the whole animal kingdom is plunged into darkness. Join us to find out what happens. Along the way, you will learn a couple of Swahili words and will interact with the cast of jungle characters. This is a great activity for families with children of all ages. These shows are sponsored by the Pennsylvania Humanities Council and admission is free. Tickets are available by calling 570.996.1500 or at the door. In addition to a November production, the Dietrich Children’s Theatre will be back in December with performances of “Lon Po Po: A Red Riding Hood Story from China.” Join us on Friday, Dec. 9 at 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 10 at 11 a.m. for these shows, and see how this story is similar to and different from the Red Riding Hood tale we grew up with. After each show, storyteller Fiona Powell will discuss the tale with the audience. I always love to hear what kids have to say about each production. These performances are also funded by the Pennsylvania Humanities Council. Speaking of discussions, the Dietrich Theater and Tunkhannock Public Library will be presenting a book discussion on Stieg Larsson’s “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” later this month. Pick up a copy of the book at your local library or bookstore or dust off your own copy and start reading. We will meet to discuss this thriller at the Tunkhannock Public Library on Wednesday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. The discussion will be facilitated by Bill Chapla and all are invited to attend. Admission is free. This will be the perfect time to discuss the phenomenon behind the novel before the December release of Hollywood movie of The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo. And of course, you can view this much-anticipated film on the Dietrich’s screen. I can’t wait to see Daniel Craig in the role of Mikael Blomkvist. For those of you who are more interested in taking a class at the Dietrich, we invite See Movies, Page 11
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