After
enduring the unpredictably of Michigan's weather for many years,
this year marks the first time we'll have air conditioning and
heat for your comfort! The Council found our early June and
late September productions often required the audience to bring
mufflers and mittens! Action was taken to install a heat pump
which could bring instant climate control to our little theatre!
We are thankful for the continued support from Buchanan City
Commissioners in this endeavor!
Our
single night performances begin with the nationally known favorite
comedian Craig Tourquist on June 11 and 12. Craig's comedy is
clever, clean, and custom designed for your laughing pleasure.
Rebecca Derbas (August 14) shares her professionally trained
voice in a medley of familiar musical theatre selections from
the classical to the contemporary. On September 11 the Deep
Fried Pickle Project with guitars, kazoos, mouth harps, drums,
and washboards performs their unique brand of American music
which embraces blue grass. Folk blues, and honky-tonk.
The
first main theatrical production (June 18-20, 25-27) brings
or very own, very remarkable Linda Canfield back as the director
of the Children's production "The Magical Lamp of Aladdin."
Linda last appeared on our stage in the successful run of the
play "The Old Lady's Guide to Survival." With Monroe
Lemay as her able assistant, Linda promises an evening of Laughter
for young and old with a delightful presentation of this classic
children's story. Three matinees are available, so bring the
kids!
For
the first time since 1993, "The Company" players are
back. Melanie Como continues to produce and direct this finely
crafted cabaret troupe with her right ahand choreographer Wendo
Como. A mainstay of musical talent in the Michiana area, we're
sure you'll be singing and dancin when you join us on July 16,17,23,
or 24. Don't miss their spirited production or you'll be sorry.
Talented
director Scott Swisher returns to close our 2004 season with
a sharply drawn chronicle of the lives of three former, small
town cheerleaders as their friendships and outward appearances
change in this coming of age play set in the 60s and 70s. "Vanities"
is timed and choreographed with music from these time periods.
Offered for your listening viewing pleasure beginning September
17.
Due
to increased production costs and theatre maintenance needs,
the council has raised single ticket prices to $10. However,
you can still purchase a season ticket for all six performances
at the reasonable cost of $45!!! A savings of 25%!! Remember
when purchasing your season ticket, that reservations must still
be made to ensure your seating on your preferred performance
date for each production.
Thank
you for supporting the Council in bringing fine theatre at reasonable
prices to the Buchanan area residents and vistors. The council
is greatful for your sustaining love of our theatre the past
20 years!
See
you at the theatre! Our Theatre!
Sincerely yours,
Buchanan Fine Arts Council Members
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