Shortgrass Theater Productions
Our Historic Shortgrass Theater Shortgrass Playhouse performances take place in one of Hobart’s historic treasures, the Old City Hall. Constructed from 1912 to 1913, the building originally contained city offices and the fire department. The beautiful auditorium on the second floor originally seated 1,000 and was the scene of a wide range of community activities – from high school graduation exercises, class plays, lyceum programs, band concerts, prize fights, Liberty Bond rallies, religious revivals and even a murder trial. The building placed on the National Register of Historic Places in May 1978, and a few weeks later the Shortgrass Playhouse entered into a long-term lease with the City Council and renovations culminated with a gala reopening on October 5, 1980. Thanks to our patrons, benefactors, and the City of Hobart, the Playhouse has begun some necessary renovations such as replacing the heating and air conditioning unit. There is still much more to do including repairs to the seating and replacing some areas of carpeting. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please contact any board member if you interested in making a contribution, or assisting in-kind. Community is what makes our theatre prosper. Welcome to our 29th season! What an accomplishment and what a busy year we have in store for your enjoyment! We have a great line-up of productions and new local talent is discovered every day! The Shortgrass Playhouse sincerely appreciates your patronage. We rely on your continued generosity and active participation to defray production costs and fees. Although we are very proud of our historic performance theatre, there are always costly repairs and maintenance fees – and we need your help. We are also committed to keeping our ticket prices affordable, which makes these great events the best entertainment value in the area. Become a Member! Your membership support as a Patron, Guardian or Angel will provide you: • Complimentary tickets to 3 performances • Program acknowledgement • Opportunity to vote for all Abby Awards • And best of all-you will be part of an enjoyable and exciting adventure every time the curtain opens Membership Level Patron (2 tickets per play) $35.00 Guardian (4 tickets per play) $70.00 Angel (10 tickets per play) $175.00 Please make checks payable to: Shortgrass Playhouse, Inc. P.O. Box 544, Hobart, OK 73651 Name:__________________________ Address:________________________ City:_______________ Zip:_________ Phone:________________ Evening Performances 730 pm Children’s Performances 7:00 pm Sunday Matinees 2:00 pm Join in the FUN! Even if you’ve never been involved in any type of play, everyone is welcome! Whether you perform, work with props, or have a musical gift – there is a place for you. Shortgrass Playhouse is a great way to make new friends, and be a part of something extraordinary! You’ll learn firsthand why, “There’s NO business like show business!” UPCOMING PERFORMANCES: Little Women, Based on the novel by Louisa M. Alcott The classic LITTLE WOMEN is set in 1863 New England. Jo, Amy, Beth and Meg, four spirited teen-aged sisters, find ways to bring humor and life to troubles times. With their chaplain father away serving in the Civil War, and their mother doing all she can to hold things together at home, the girls employ creativity and courage to help their mother while pursuing their passions-Jo’s writing, Amy’s art, Beth’s service to the poor, and Meg’s pursuit to become a proper young lady. Next door neighbor Theodore (Laurie) Laurence, can’t resist the energy and grace of these Little Women, and helps them endure one trial after another. A Night on Broadway Musical Revue December 4, 5, 6, 2009 Shortgrass Theatre is proud to present a montage of Broadway numbers performed in our very own Old City Hall Theatre. Many original artists will make an encore performance of their most memorable, favorite and crowd-pleasing musical numbers of the past 20 years. Reminisce with us as we listen to the humorous ballads of ANNIE GET YOUR GUN, the moving songs of GUYS AND DOLLS, the classic numbers in OKLAHOMA and the show stopping tunes of SOUTH PACIFIC – to name just a few! Produced and Arranged By Cathy Senkoff and Ann Wasson Master of Ceremonies Norm Wasson Fiddler on the Roof, book by Joseph Stein, Music by Jerry Bock, Lyrics by Sheldon Harnick Fiddler On The Roof is a masterful musical with great depth and character based on Sholom Aleichem's stories by special permission of Arnold Perl. Rich in historical and ethnic detail, “Fiddler On The Roof” has touched audiences around the world with its humor, warmth and honesty. It's universal theme of tradition cuts across barriers of race, class, nationality and religion, leaving audiences crying tears of laughter, joy and sadness. The production includes 16 musical numbers, including the much acclaimed show tunes TRADITION, MATCHMAKER, IF I WERE A RICH MAN, and SUNRISE, SUNSET. Shortgrass Playhouse Board of Directors 2009-10 Officers Rebecca Villa-Winsett President Kathy Lankford Vice-President Christi Storey Teasurer Deanna Mayabb Secretary Cathy Senkoff Historian Members Gene Williams Ann Wasson Julie Barnett Sam Davidson Ruby Elix Jessica Braun
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