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Atlanta, GA (August 25, 2010) --- “We are thrilled to bring back the award-winning smash hit Broadway musical, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast,” states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars. “Produced by NETworks Presentations, this elaborate theatrical production will come to life on stage at the Fabulous Fox Theatre from January 12-16, 2011. Tickets are on sale NOW at area Ticketmaster outlets, by calling 800-982-2787, online at www.ticketmaster.com and at the Fox Theatre Box Office. Special group rates are available through the Fox Theatre Group Sales Department at 404-881-2000.”
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast features the animated film’s Academy Award®-winning score with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by the late Howard Ashman, with additional songs with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Tim Rice. The book is written by Linda Woolverton.
The original creators of the Broadway production are together again for this new touring production! The play is directed by Rob Roth and choreographed by Matt West, with Costume Design by Ann Hould-Ward (Tony Award® winner for her work on Disney’s Beauty and the Beast), Lighting Design by Natasha Katz, Scenic Design by Stanley A. Meyer, Sound Design by John Petrafesa Jr. and Music Supervision by Michael Kosarin.
Director Rob Roth: “It has been wonderful to bring the entire original design team back together to work on this new production of Beauty and the Beast. As a director, it is rare to have the opportunity to revisit your work fifteen years later. Hopefully I’ve grown and developed as an artist, along with my collaborators, and we can bring 15 years of experience to this new production. We have remained very close as a team over the years of producing the show around the world, and it has been so much fun getting together to re-explore and re-invent the show for this new NETworks tour. The theme of ‘Beauty’ is about seeing past the exterior into the heart of someone, and this is reflected in the design for the show, which is about transparency and layers, seeing past one thing and into another.”
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is the classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped in a spell placed by an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast has become an international sensation that has played to over 35 million people worldwide in 21 countries. For additional information about the show, visit www.BeautyAndTheBeastOnTour.com.
Founded in 1995 by Kenneth Gentry, Seth Wenig and Scott Jackson, NETworks PRESENTATIONS, LLC has produced and managed over 70 national and international touring productions. Previous productions include Oliver!, Little Women starring Maureen McGovern, Jekyll & Hyde, Kiss of the Spiderwoman, Cinderella starring Eartha Kitt and Deborah Gibson, Fosse starring Ben Vereen and Ruthie Henshaw, The Light in the Piazza, My Fair Lady co-produced with Cameron Mackintosh, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma, Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake, Sweeney Todd, The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, Annie and Hairspray among many others. Joining returning hits The Wizard of Oz, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Young Frankenstein, and the Lincoln Center Theater production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s South Pacific this season are Joyful Noise’s production of Handel’s Messiah Rocks, Spring Awakening, A Chorus Line, Blue Man Group National Tour and Les Misérables.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre in Atlanta from January 12-16, 2010. Performances are Wednesday-Friday at 7:30 pm, Saturday at 11 am, 3:30 pm & 8 pm, and Sunday at 1:30 pm & 7 pm. Tickets are on sale NOW at Ticketmaster outlets, by calling 800-982-2787 and online at www.ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices range from $25-$60.
Special group rates are available through the Fox Group Sales Dept. at 404-881-2000.
Theater of the Stars celebrates its 58th Anniversary as one of the nation’s premier regional theater companies. A civic not-for-profit cultural treasure, Theater of the Stars is dedicated to presenting and producing the best in musical theater. To learn more about our history of excellence, visit www.theaterofthestars.com.
MEDIA NIGHT at Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is Wednesday, January 12 at 7:30 pm and there are tickets available for working press - those doing previews, calendar listings, interviews, or reviews of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Please RSVP by Wednesday, January 5 at 5 pm if you are interested in attending. For press information, to request artwork, or to set up interviews, please contact Karen Hatchett at The Glenn Agency, 770-433-1137 or karen.hatchett@mindspring.com.
August 17, 2010 (Atlanta, GA) --- “We are delighted to bring the new musical comedy, 9 to 5: The Musical to Atlanta,” states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars. “Not only does it feature songs by the one and only Dolly Parton, a cast of incredible actors including Dee Hoty, Mamie Parris, Joseph Mahowald and more...but the role of Doralee will be played by Georgia’s own Diana DeGarmo! Mark your calendar, stick a post-it on your dayrunner, or set an alert on your Android, but don’t miss this show at the Fabulous Fox Theatre from September 28-October 3. Tickets are on sale NOW at Ticketmaster outlets, 800-982-2787, www.ticketmaster.com and the Fox Theatre Box Office.”
9 to 5: The Musical was nominated for four 2009 Tony Awards® including Original Score and received a record breaking 15 Drama Desk nominations including Outstanding Musical. This new musical comedy, direct from Broadway, is based on the hit movie and features Dolly Parton's original hit title song along with her new Tony Award® and Grammy-nominated score.
9 TO 5: The Musical had its world premiere engagement in Los Angeles at the Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 and opened on Broadway at the Marriott Marquis Theatre on April 30, 2009.
9 to 5: The Musical marked the Broadway debut of seven-time Grammy Award winning singer, songwriter and musician Dolly Parton as composer and lyricist. “I couldn’t have asked for a better experience on my first Broadway show,” said Dolly Parton. ‘I’ve had the privilege of working with an amazing group of people who have become like family to me. I can’t wait for this show to hit the road so people across the country can see why I’m so proud of everyone involved.”
9 to 5: The Musical is a hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era. This is the story of three unlikely friends who conspire to take control of their company and learn there's nothing they can't do -- even in a man's world. Outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic, 9 to 5: The Musical is about teaming up and taking care of business... it's about getting credit and getting even.
Dee Hoty will play the role of Violet. She has earned three Tony nominations for her starring roles in Footloose, The Best Little Whorehouse Goes Public and The Will Rogers Follies. Dee starred on Broadway and in eight major U.S. cities as Donna Sheridan in Mamma Mia! Performing on and off-Broadway, she toured the country and has been involved in many pre-Broadway workshops. She has appeared in “Law & Order”, “Law & Order: Criminal Intent” and numerous television and film appearances.
The role of Judy will be played by Mamie Parris whose Broadway credits include the Tony-Nominated revival of Ragtime, 110 In the Shade and the Tony-winning musical The Drowsy Chaperone. She turned the road pink in the First National Tour of Legally Blonde the Musical, has sung with the Radio City Rockettes, toured with country music icon Kenny Rogers, and participated in over a dozen readings with students of the BMI-Lehman Engel Musical Theatre Workshop.
Joseph Mahowald is the unsuspecting Franklin Hart, Jr. Joseph has appeared on Broadway in title roles in Jekyll & Hyde, Javert in Les Miz and Chiefton O’Flaherty in The Pirate Queen. He has performed off-Broadway and in several national tours, was a soloist with major symphonies around the world and has been on all the NY soaps. Some of his extensive regional credits include being a founding member of the artistic company of Tennessee Repertory and appeared in leading roles in numerous productions.
Comic, actress and cabaret performer Kristine Zbornik has been cast for the role of Roz. Kristine performed on Broadway in A Catered Affair and Off-Broadway in Forbidden Broadway, Mama Mia and Man of LaMancha.
has been cast in the role of Doralee Rhodes, made famous by the queen of country music and iconic songwriter, musician, movie star and entrepreneur Dolly Parton. Diana gained overnight fame, at age 16, as a runner-up on the third season of television’s No. 1 series, “American Idol”. Broadway credits include Hair, Hairspray and Brooklyn: The Musical and starred in the off-Broadway musical The Toxic Avenger. DeGarmo was born in Birmingham, AL, raised in Snellville, GA, and currently has a home and resides in Nashville where she continues to co-write and perform in and around the area.
Rounding out the cast is Jane Blass, Patrick Boyd, Paul Castree, Holly Davis, Janet Dickinson Madeleine Doherty, Marjorie Failoni, Gregg Goodbrod, K.J. Hippensteel, Jesse J.P. Johnson, Michelle Marmolejo, April Nixon, Ryah Nixon, Rick Pessagno, Wayne Schroder, Micah Shepard and Travis Waldschmidt.
WOR Radio said ‘You will love this show! 9 to 5 is a real 10!” Other reviewers agree. The Associated Press calls it “A certified crowd pleaser!” and the Daily News sums it up by saying “it shines! Dolly Parton’s songs are bouncy, big hearted, fresh & original. If you’re looking for a diversion, 9 to 5 will do the trick from 8 to 10:15!”
9 to 5: The Musical’s book is by Patricia Resnick (co-writer of the original screenplay). The touring production will be directed and choreographed by Tony nominated, Jeff Calhoun. "I met Dolly Parton as a chorus kid dancing in the film ‘The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas’ only a few years after ‘9 to 5’ was already a hit movie. It was a thrill to work with her then and an honor and privilege to be entrusted to direct and choreograph this exciting new tour of 9 to 5: The Musical” said Mr. Calhoun. The co–choreographer is Lisa Stevens, scenic design by Ken Foy, costume design by five time Tony Award® winner, William Ivey Long, lighting design by Tony Award® and Drama Desk Award winner, Ken Billington, music supervision by Stephen Oremus and casting by Telsey + Company. For more information visit www.9to5themusical.com
9 to 5: The Musical will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre in Atlanta from September 28-October 3. Performances are Tuesday-Friday at 8 pm, Saturday at 2 pm & 8 pm, and Sunday at 1:30 pm & 7 pm. Tickets are on sale NOW at Ticketmaster outlets, 800-982-2787 and www.ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices range from $25-$70. Special group rates are available through the Fox Group Sales Department at 404-881-2000.
Theater of the Stars celebrates its 58th Anniversary as one of the nation’s premier regional theater companies. A civic not-for-profit cultural treasure, Theater of the Stars is dedicated to presenting and producing the best in musical theater. To learn more about our history of excellence, visit www.theaterofthestars.com.
MEDIA NIGHT at 9 to 5: The Musical is Tuesday, September 28 at 8 pm and there are tickets available for working press - those doing previews, calendar listings, interviews, or reviews of 9 to 5: The Musical. Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 22 at 5 pm if you are interested in attending. For press information, to request artwork, or to set up interviews, please contact Karen Hatchett at The Glenn Agency, 770-433-1137 or karen.hatchett@mindspring.com.
Classic Musical Set To Play 8 Performances From August 24-29
“We are delighted to present a new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC,” states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars. “Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved musical has won over legions of fans throughout the years because of its beautiful score, heartwarming story, and hopeful message. Makes plans to join us for THE SOUND OF MUSIC at the Fabulous Fox Theatre from August 24-29. We know it will be one of your favorite things! Tickets are on sale now by calling 800-982-2787, at the Fox Theatre Box Office, and online at www.ticketmaster.com.”
Audiences will be captivated by Mandy Bruno as the irrepressible novitiate (“nun in training”) Maria. Mandy received an Emmy nomination for her role as Marina Cooper on the CBS soap opera, “The Guiding Light.” On Broadway she starred as Eponine in Les Misérables and was featured in Patti Lupone’s Gypsy. Regionally she starred as Belle in Beauty and the Beast at the Pittsburgh Civic Light Opera and as Anne in the world premiere of Green Gables at the Columbus Theater.
Burke Moses stars as the stern, yet compassionate Captain Von Trapp. After debuting on Broadway as Sky Masterson in Guys and Dolls, he went on to create the role of Gaston in the Broadway, Los Angeles, and London productions of Disney’s mega-hit Beauty and the Beast. Also on Broadway Mr. Moses headlined in the smash revival of Kiss Me Kate, and played Heracles in Stephen Sondheim’s Frogs at Lincoln Center. He portrayed Captain Von Trapp in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s revival of The Sound of Music in Toronto. His regional credits include The Fantasticks, The Way of the World, Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf, Streetcar Named Desire, The Music Man, Carousel, and Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. He recently played Babe Ruth in the world premier of Johnny Baseball at the American Repertory Theater.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC also boasts the talents of Jeanne Lehman as the wise Mother Abbess. She was a smash success in the same role on Broadway and in the National Tour with Richard Chamberlain. She starred on Broadway in the role of Mrs Potts in Beauty and the Beast. She’s been in dozens of regional productions and national tours including Hello Dolly with Carol Channing. Ed Dixon portrays the outspoken Max Detweiler. His many Broadway appearances include Sunday In The Park With George, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, Gore Vidal’s The Best Man, The Iceman Cometh, Les Misérables, Cyrano, The Three Musketeers and The Scarlet Pimpernel. He garnered a Drama Desk Nomination for his performance in Shylock which he adapted from The Merchant of Venice. He was featured in The Best Little Whorehouse In Texas with Ann-Margret and in Pippin with Ben Vereen. Teri Dale Hansen is delightfully catty as the Baroness Elsa Schraeder. Her Broadway credits include The Boys From Syracuse. She starred as Magnolia in both the national tour and the West End production of Show Boat. She starred in the national tours of The Music Man as Marian and in Camelot as Guenevere.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC is set in Austria in the late 1930’s, immediately prior to the Nazi invasion. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic musical tells the story of Maria, a high-spirited nun novitiate, whose enthusiasm for life is both admired and resented by the nuns at the Abbey. The Mother Abbess receives a request from widowed Naval Officer, Captain Von Trapp, to find a Governess for his seven children. She decides this is an ideal opportunity for Maria to experience life in the outside world before taking her final vows.
Maria sets out with confidence to do an exemplary job and finally gain the approval of the Mother Abbess and the other nuns. She soon wins the hearts of the children, and eventually that of the Captain himself. She brings the household back to life with music, singing and laughter, and in the process she falls in love. Confused and frightened by this new feeling, she questions all that she knows of life. But love conquers all. She and the Captain marry and set out for a blissful honeymoon.
But the threat of Hitler is not far away, and soon the family must make a very difficult decision. Rather than live under the Nazi regime, they decide to make a daring escape across the mountains into Switzerland. Ultimately they make it to freedom and become internationally known as “The Trapp Family Singers.”
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s glorious score is filled with lilting melodies and lyrics that tug at your heart strings. Memorable songs include: “My Favorite Things,” Climb Ev’ry Mountain,” “Do-Re-Mi,” “Edelweiss,” “So Long, Farewell,” and of course the title song, “The Sound of Music.” The book is by the award-winning team of Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse.
The original Broadway production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC won eight Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Score. The 1965 movie starring Julie Andrews received five Academy Awards including Best Picture and has become the most popular movie musical ever made.
This presentation of THE SOUND OF MUSIC is produced by Atlanta’s Theater of the Stars. Theater of the Stars celebrates its 58th Anniversary as one of the nation’s premier regional theater companies. A civic not-for-profit cultural treasure, Theater of the Stars is dedicated to presenting and producing the best in musical theater. To learn more about our history of excellence, visit www.theaterofthestars.com.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre in Atlanta from August 24-29, 2010. Performances are Tuesday-Friday at 8 pm, Saturday at 2 pm & 8 pm, and Sunday at 1:30 pm & 7 pm. Tickets are on sale NOW at all Ticketmaster outlets, at 800-982-2787 and online at www.ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices range from $25-$65. Special group rates are available through the Fox Group Sales Dept. at 404-881-2000.
MEDIA NIGHT at THE SOUND OF MUSIC is Tuesday, August 24 at 8 pm and there are tickets available for working press - those doing previews, calendar listings, interviews, or reviews of THE SOUND OF MUSIC. Please RSVP by Wednesday, August 18 at 5 pm if you are interested in attending. For press information, to request artwork, or to set up interviews, please contact Karen Hatchett at The Glenn Agency, 770-433-1137 or karen.hatchett@mindspring.com.
“We are delighted to bring back the show that revolutionized musical theatre,” states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars. “CATS is coming to the Fabulous Fox Theatre in Atlanta for 8 performances only. Tickets are on sale NOW at the Fox Theatre box office, at all Ticketmaster locations, by calling 800-982-2787 or online at www.ticketmaster.com. This is the purrrfect musical to introduce your children and grandchildren to the wonderful world of live theater! Come see the magical Mr. Mistofelees, Grizabella the Glamour Cat, Rum Tum Tugger, the mysterious Macavity and Shimbleshanks the Railway Cat as they sing, dance and prowl their way into your heart at the Fabulous Fox Theatre from August 4-8.”
Produced by CATS-Eye, LLC, the national tour of CATS is the only production in North America sanctioned by Andrew Lloyd Webber. With original direction by Trevor Nunn and choreography by Gillian Lynne this is the CATS credited with the British invasion of Broadway. The national tour of CATS recently celebrated its 27th anniversary season, holding its place as the longest continuously touring Broadway musical in history.
On May 11, 1981, CATS opened at the New London Theatre in the West End. Eight years later it celebrated its first important milestone: after 3,358 performances CATS became the longest running musical in the history of British theatre. CATS played its final performance on its 21st birthday, May 11, 2002.
CATS opened on Broadway October 7, 1982 at the Winter Garden Theatre in New York City and continued to live up to its motto "Now and Forever." On June 19, 1997, CATS became the longest running musical on Broadway. It ended its 18 year run on September 10, 2000 with 7,485 performances. That record was broken by The Phantom of the Opera on January 9, 2006 when Phantom celebrated its 7,486th curtain.
Based on T.S. Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, and with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, CATS won seven 1983 Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical, Best Lighting and Best Costumes.
In October of 1991 CATS became the longest continuously touring show in American theatre history. Five continents, 26 countries, over eight and a half million audience members and 27 years later, CATS is still America’s most loved family musical. Celebrating not only 27 years but the birth of the musical spectacular, CATS is still revolutionary and awe inspiring.
Now that it was been seen by millions of audience members worldwide, it is time to celebrate with the whole family the magic, the mystery, the wonder of CATS.
CATS will play the Fabulous Fox Theatre in Atlanta from August 4-8, 2010. Performances are Wednesday-Friday at 8 pm, Saturday at 11 am, 3:30 pm & 8 pm, and Sunday at 1:30 pm & 7 pm. Tickets are on sale NOW at all Ticketmaster outlets, at 800-982-2787 and online at www.ticketmaster.com. Ticket prices range from $25-$65. Special group rates are available through the Fox Group Sales Dept. at 404-881-2000.
Theater of the Stars celebrates its 58th Anniversary as one of the nation’s premier regional theater companies. A civic not-for-profit cultural treasure, Theater of the Stars is dedicated to presenting and producing the best in musical theater. To learn more about our history of excellence, visit www.theaterofthestars.com.
MEDIA NIGHT at CATS is Wednesday, August 4 at 8 pm and there are tickets available for working press - those doing previews, calendar listings, interviews, or reviews of CATS. Please RSVP by Wednesday, July 28 at 5 pm if you are interested in attending. For press information, to request artwork, or to set up interviews, please contact Karen Hatchett at The Glenn Agency, 770-433-1137 or karen.hatchett@mindspring.com.
Atlanta, GA (July 7, 2010) --- Theater of the Stars announced today that the Atlanta engagement of THE COLOR PURPLE originally scheduled for August 18-22, 2010 has been postponed until June 15-19, 2011.
“THE COLOR PURPLE has a special connection with Atlanta audiences that has resulted in sold out multi-week engagements in both 2008 and 2009,” states Nick Manos, president of Theater of the Stars. “In the spirit of continuing that unique relationship between the show and the audience, we have decided to bring the show back every two years (as we do in Atlanta for ANNIE, CATS and STOMP).
We were hopeful to start this rotation in 2010 but a recent scheduling conflict has arisen for both the summers of 2010 and 2012. It was clear after consulting with the show’s producers and the management at the Fox that the best option was to look for a mutually available week in 2011 and postpone the show. We were lucky to find a prime slot available and have confirmed the show for the third week of June in 2011. The show schedule and pricing will remain the same.”
Ticket buyers have three options: They can keep their tickets and keep the same seats if they want to attend the same performance day and time next summer (i.e. keep a Sunday matinee ticket to go to the Sunday matinee on June 19, 2011), they can exchange their tickets for another performance of the show next year, or they can request a refund.
All transactions will be handled at the point of original purchase. Questions can be directed to Theater of the Stars at
(404) 252-8960.
Atlanta, GA (May 6, 2010) --- “Theater of the Stars is proud to announce that it has reached an agreement with The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization for the rights to produce Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS to tour during the holiday season for the next five years,” states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars.
“We are thrilled to be mounting an all-new production, inspired by the hit Broadway show, which will open at the Fabulous Fox Theatre in Atlanta on November 2, 2010. Audiences love this musical and we look forward to a wonderful response to the tour across the country,” Manos continues. “This Holiday Classic is a perfect show for the entire family to create cherished memories.”
“Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS has already enjoyed tremendous success as a beloved song, a timeless film classic, and a smash Broadway musical,” says Ted Chapin, President of The Rodgers & Hammerstein Organization which licenses the stage rights to the musical, with a score by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. “We are delighted to see WHITE CHRISTMAS join the roster of great musicals that tour the country, and are thrilled that Theater of the Stars will be bringing WHITE CHRISTMAS to audiences across America for years to come.”
The tour schedule for the 2010 Holiday season is as follows:
Atlanta, GA @ The Fabulous Fox Theatre Nov 2 – 7
Greenville, SC @ The Peace Center Nov 9 – 14
Hartford, CT @ The Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts Nov 16-21
Schenectady, NY @ Proctors Nov 22-28
Tampa, FL @ David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts Nov 30-Dec 5
Charlotte, NC @ Blumenthal Performing Arts Center Dec 7-12
Chicago, IL @ Bank of America Theatre Dec 15-Jan 2
Bookings for future holiday seasons are available through The Booking Group.
Irving Berlin’s WHITE CHRISTMAS tells the story of two showbiz buddies putting on a show in a picturesque Vermont inn, and finding their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, romance, and laughter the classic holiday tradition is now a delightful stage musical, sure to become a family favorite. This new musical is brimming with such Berlin hits as “Blue Skies,” “How Deep is the Ocean?” “Sisters,” “Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep,” and of course, the unforgettable title song, “White Christmas.”
The Creative Team members include:
Norb Joerder (Director) His work can be seen from Broadway to regional theaters across America and to European and International productions. He reunited Robert Goulet and Camelot for a critically acclaimed revival on Broadway and a record breaking National Tour. He also staged the Richard Harris International Camelot that toured Australia and Europe. In New York, he has directed and choreographed revivals of 42nd Street, La Cage Aux Folles, Gypsy, Guys and Dolls, The Music Man, Annie Get Your Gun and My Fair Lady. For Atlanta’s Theater of the Stars, his credits include Camelot, 42nd Street, South Pacific, The Sound of Music, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, The Music Man, Annie, Joseph…, and Oklahoma!.
Randy Skinner (Choreographer) received Tony and Drama Desk nominations for his work on Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. Other shows include: 42nd Street (Tony, Drama Desk, Outer Critics, Astaire nominations); State Fair (Outer Critics nomination); Ain’t Broadway Grand (Tony, Outer Critics nominations): After the Night and the Music (MTC/Biltmore); Do Re Mi, Of Thee I Sing, Face the Music and No, No, Nanette (the last four for City Center Encores!); Lone Star Love (Lucille Lortel nomination); Broadway Three Generations (Kennedy Center); Stormy Weather (with Leslie Uggams); and An American in Paris (The Alley Theatre).
Kenneth Foy (Scenic Designer). National touring productions: Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, The Sound Of Music, The King and I, My Fair Lady, Bombay Dreams and Disney’s High School Musical. Broadway: Oh, Kay!, Gypsy (directed by Arthur Laurents), Annie, An Evening With Jerry Herman, Dame Edna: The Royal Tour, Candida and Macbeth. Houston Grand Opera: Carmen, Madama Butterfly, Pagliacci, and A Little Night Music. Milan’s La Scala Opera: Porgy and Bess. The American Opera Center: Xerxes and Regina.
Ken Billington (Lighting Designer) 82 Broadway productions including Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, Sunday in the Park with George, Chicago, The Drowsy Chaperone, The Search for Signs of Intelligent Life in the Universe, Footloose, Candide (1997), Annie (1997) Hello Dolly! (1995), Moon Over Buffalo, Fiddler on the Roof (1990,1981,1976), Meet Me in St. Louis, My Fair Lady (1981), Sweeney Todd, Working, On the Twentieth Century, Side By Side By Sondheim. Over 100 touring shows including: Disney’s High School Musical, Chicago, The Drowsy Chaperone, Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, Doctor Dolittle, Some Like it Hot, Porgy and Bess, and Riverdance for which he is the lighting supervisor.
Peter Fitzgerald (Sound Designer) designed the sound for the New York Philharmonic 2008 production of Camelot and Theater of the Stars’ 2008 production of Oklahoma. Past Designs include: Billy Joel’s Movin’ Out, Ring of Fire, Evil Dead the Musical, The Great American Trailer Park Musical, La Cage Aux Folles, Victor/Victoria with Julie Andrews, City of Angels, Gypsy, Falsettos, Paul Simon’s The Capeman, The Will Rogers Follies, M. Butterfly, Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil’s Who Wrote That, Swing, Minnelli on Minnelli with Liza, Dream, Threepenny Opera with Sting, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas. Noted plays: The Odd Couple, M. Butterfly, Stones in His Pockets, The Beauty Queen of Leenane and A Thousand Clowns.
Erich Bechtel (Sound Designer) In New York City, Erich has created theatrical sound designs for Broadway and Off Broadway shows as well as a number of regional and touring productions. As a principal in the New York based company Audible Difference Inc., he has also successfully executed designs both nationally and internationally for large scale corporate and televised events.
The Booking Group (Booking Agent) Since its inception in 1996
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| The Addams Family - Each member of the famously macabre Addams Family is put to the test when outsiders come to dinner, hurling Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley, Fester, Grandmama and Lurch headlong into a night that will change the family forever. |
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Theater of the Stars is thrilled to be a partner in bringing the new musical THE ADDAMS FAMILY to Broadway this spring!
“We invested and became a partner in Elephant Eye Theatrical, the exciting new theatrical development and production company, in order to take a pro-active role in the creation of new musicals for Broadway and stages around the world. It’s especially gratifying to have the first musical, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, about to make its Broadway debut with a brilliant cast and creative team,” said Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars.
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Starring two-time Tony Award winners Nathan Lane and Bebe Neuwirth as Gomez and Morticia, THE ADDAMS FAMILY features two-time Tony Award nominee Terrence Mann as Mal Beineke, two-time Tony Award nominee Carolee Carmello as Alice Beineke, two-time Tony Award nominee Kevin Chamberlin as Uncle Fester, Jackie Hoffman as Grandmama, Zachary James as Lurch, Adam Riegler as Pugsley, Wesley Taylor as Lucas Beineke and Krysta Rodriguez as Wednesday.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY features a book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice (librettists of the 2006 Tony Award-winning Best Musical, Jersey Boys), music and lyrics by Drama Desk Award-winner Andrew Lippa (The Wild Party), direction and design by Phelim McDermott and Julian Crouch (Shockheaded Peter, The Metropolitan Opera’s Satyagraha) and choreography by Sergio Trujillo (Next to Normal, Jersey Boys).
In this original story, the famously macabre Addams Family is put to the test when outsiders come to dinner, hurling Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley, Fester, Grandmama and Lurch headlong into a night that will change the family forever.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY will begin previews on Broadway at the Lunt-Fontanne Theatre on March 8 and a gala opening night is planned for April 8. |
Journey from a humble home on the prairie to the grandeur of the Paris Opera when Theater of the Stars brings you a world of entertainment at the Fabulous Fox Theatre
Atlanta, GA (January 11, 2010) --- “I am delighted to announce our Fantastic 58th Season of Musicals,” states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars. “We have some wonderful world-class entertainment in store for 2010, from old-fashioned fun to brand new shows that are sure to dazzle. We are excited to bring the incomparable Melissa Gilbert to Atlanta in the new stage version of Little House on the Prairie, The Musical, to bring back Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera, and to welcome the Blue Man Group for the very first time to our season. We’ve been asked for a long time to get The Sound of Music on our series and I’m pleased to say that we have it, along with the absolutely beautiful national touring production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. Lastly, we’ll add some comic relief with 9 TO 5: The Musical based on the smash hit movie with Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton.”
Make plans now to join us at the Fabulous Fox Theatre and spend some quality time at an affordable price with your family and friends. This is a season you don’t want to miss! .
Theater of the Stars Season Ticket Subscribers receive special advantages and benefits including personalized customer service, access to good seats, great package pricing, ticket exchange privileges, advance notice about specials and season highlights and much, much more!
Here’s what’s coming up:
Tuesday, June 15 through Sunday, June 20
Little House on the Prairie has remained one of the most popular and beloved celebrations of early Americana since the appearance of Laura Ingalls Wilder’s classic book series 75 years ago. Now the inspirational stories take on a brand new frontier in an uplifting new musical. Melissa Gilbert, who played Laura for 10 years in the much loved television series, continues her legacy by playing “Ma.” Families will continue to fall in love with these life affirming stories about the Ingalls’ struggles and triumphs through the celebration of the pioneering spirit and the core values on which this country was founded – a spirit that still resonates within each of us today. The show is directed by Francesca Zambello (Disney’s The Little Mermaid), the music has been created by Academy Award® winner, Rachel Portman, and the book was written by Rachel Sheinkin (Tony Award® for Spelling Bee) with lyrics by Donna di Novelli.
Tuesday, June 29 through Sunday, July 25 (Full Engagement)
Tuesday, July 6 through Sunday, July 11 (TOTS Subscriber week)
*This classic is welcomed to Atlanta by Theater of the Stars and Broadway Across America-Atlanta
With some of the most lavish sets, costumes and special effects ever to have been created for the stage, Andrew Lloyd Webber’s THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, directed by Harold Prince, traces the tragic love story of a beautiful opera singer and a young composer shamed by his physical appearance into a shadowy existence beneath the majestic Paris Opera House. Adapted from Gaston Leroux’s classic novel of mystery and suspense, this award-winning musical has woven its magical spell over standing room audiences in more than 100 cities worldwide and is now longest running show in Broadway history. PHANTOM returns to Atlanta to take your breath away.
Tuesday, August 24 through Sunday, August 29
A heartwarming musical with a charming cast of characters, The Sound of Music will be one of your favorite things, too! Maria, a novitiate (“nun in training”), is sent from a nearby convent to act as governess to the seven children of widowed Austrian aristocrat, Captain Von Trapp. She soon wins the hearts of the children and their father. With the impending Nazi occupation of Austria, the family barely escapes to the safety of Switzerland. The delightful and inspiring story of the Von Trapp Family Singers, The Sound of Music features a glorious score by Rodgers and Hammerstein including "My Favorite Things," "Do-Re-Mi," "Climb Ev’ry Mountain," “Edelweiss,” "So Long, Farewell” and of course the title song, “The Sound of Music.”
Tuesday, September 28 through Sunday, October 3
9 to 5: The Musical is a hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era. This new musical comedy, direct from Broadway, is based on the hit movie and features Dolly Parton’s original hit title song along with her new Tony Award® -and Grammy-nominated score. The book is by Patricia Resnick (co-writer of the original screenplay) and Tony Award® winner Joe Mantello (Wicked) directs. Tony winner Andy Blankenbuehler (In The Heights) provides the choreography.
Tuesday, November 2 through Sunday, November 7
IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS tells the story of two showbiz buddies putting on a show in a picturesque Vermont inn, and finding their perfect mates in the bargain. Full of dancing, romance, laughter and some of the greatest songs ever written, including “Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep,” “Happy Holiday,” “Sisters,” “Blue Skies,” and the unforgettable title song, IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS promises to be a merry and bright experience for the entire family! IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS is directed by Tony Award® winner Walter Bobbie (Chicago, Sweet Charity), features a book by David Ives and Paul Blake, choreography by Randy Skinner (42nd Street) who was nominated for a Tony Award® for this production.
Tuesday, January 18 through Sunday, January 23 - 2011
BLUE MAN GROUP is best known for their wildly popular theatrical shows and concerts which combine music, comedy and multimedia theatrics to produce a totally unique form of entertainment. Although it is impossible to describe, people of all ages agree that BLUE MAN GROUP's show is an intensely exciting and wildly outrageous experience that leaves the entire audience in a blissful, euphoric state. With no spoken language, BLUE MAN GROUP is perfect for people of all ages, languages, and cultures. This Fall, BLUE MAN GROUP takes to the road on its U.S. theatrical tour. This unique theatrical experience is a form of entertainment like nothing else, guaranteed to be an outing you will never forget!
Theater of the Stars celebrates its 58th Anniversary as one of the nation’s premier regional theater companies. A civic not-for-profit cultural treasure, Theater of the Stars is dedicated to presenting and producing the best in musical theater. To learn more about our history of excellence, visit www.theaterofthestars.com.
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