RSP's Broadway Stage Ushering Program We are in need of volunteers to usher.
You will seat the patrons
Check for food and water entering the theater
Clean up after the show
Each usher receives free admission to the show All usher must wear a white shirt or blouse and black pants or skirt.
If you would like to help or have further questions, please email Larry Russ at russl@runawaystage.com or go to the web site to sign up.
NOTE: Usher under 18 are taken on a case by case basis and must be accompanied by a parent.
RSP's Storybook Stage Ushering Program We are in need of volunteers to usher.
You will Check for food and water entering the theater
Clean up after the show
Each usher receives free admission for themself and 1 guest to the show All usher must wear a white shirt or blouse and black pants or skirt.
If you would like to help or have further questions, please email Larry Russ at russl@runawaystage.com or go to the web site to sign up.
NOTE: Usher under 18 are taken on a case by case basis and must be accompanied by a parent.
Fun Facts
May 16, 1946 - "Annie Get Your Gun" opens at the Imperial Theatre with Ethel Merman as Annie Oakley. It runs for 1,147 performances.
May 16, 1952 - "New Faces of 1952" opens at the Royale Theatre with Eartha Kitt singing "Monotonous." It notches 365 performances.
May 13, 1954 - Bob Fosse debuts as a choreographer as "The Pajama Game" opens at the St. James Theatre with John Raitt, Janis Paige, Carol Haney and Eddie Foy, Jr. It last 1,063 performances.
May 3, 1956 - Frank Loesser's operatic musical "The Most Happy Fella" opens with Robert Weede. It runs for 676 performances at the Imperial Theatre.
May 21, 1959 - Ethel Merman sings "Everything's Coming Up Roses" as "Gypsy" opens at the Broadway Theatre. Also in the cast are Sandra Church and Jack Klugman. The Jule Styne-Stephen Sondheim musical runs for 702 performances.
May 8, 1962 - It's Zero Mostel in the Stephen Sondheim musical "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" at the Alvin Theatre. It runs 964 performances.
May 4, 1976 - Ken Howard stars in the Lerner and Loewe musical history lesson "1600 Pennsylvania Avenue." It lasts a mere seven performances at Mark Hellinger Theatre.
May 15, 1977 - Mary Martin and Ethel Merman headline a one-night benefit.
May 7, 1981 - Elizabeth Taylor makes her Broadway debut, joining Maureen Stapleton, Anthony Zerbe and Ann Tallman, in a revival of Lillian Hellman's "The Little Foxes." It runs 123 performances at the Martin Beck Theatre.
May 9, 1982 - Tommy Tune directs and choreographs the Maury Yeston musical "Nine," which stars Raul Julia. It runs 729 performances at the 46th Street Theatre.
24th Street Theater (2791 24th Street, Sacramento)
Date:
Sunday / Monday May 7th & May 8th
Time:
7:00 p.m.
Production Dates:
July 7 – 30, 2006
Audition Criteria is available at the RSP Website: www.runawaystage.com
Show Summary: Adam, the eldest of seven brothers, goes to town to get a wife. He convinces Milly to marry him that same day. They return to his backwoods home. Only then does she discover he has six brothers -- all living in his cabin. Milly sets out to reform the uncouth siblings, who are anxious to get wives of their own. Then, after reading about the Roman capture of the Sabine women, Adam develops an inspired solution to his brothers' loneliness . . . kidnap the women they want!7 Brides for 7 Brothers Audition Notice
RSP has now upgraded our website with a new page! The RSP wish list, this is a great place to let all of you our friends, patrons and partners know just what goods and services we are in need of to help keep this dynamic growing company in top operating form. Please visit this page of the website and see if there is anything you can do to help us achieve our goals. All donations of goods and services are tax deductible and are a great way to help without a cash donation (of course that is always a great way to help out too!). So please visit this page and see what you can scratch off of our list.
The Princess and the Frog May 13th - 27th, 2006
12:00 pm & 2 pm Saturdays
Tickets $5
Purchase Tickets
Jack and the beanstalk July 15th - 29th, 2006
12:00 pm & 2 pm Saturdays
Tickets $5
Purchase Tickets
Auditions
Seven Brides for Seven Brothers May 7 & 8, 2006 NOTE: Dance auditions will only be held on Monday, May 8th. Vocal and readings will be held on both nights. To audition for a part that dances please know that you will be required to attend both nights of auditions. Thank you!
24th Street Theatre
2791 24th Street
Sacramento, California
From Hwy 50 West
Proceed on Bus 80 West (Through Interchange)
Exit on 26th St (Just after Hwy 99 exits)
After exiting you will be on W st.
Turn left onto 24th st.
Proceed Approximately 3/4 of a mile
(Just past 3rd Ave).
The theatre is on the left hand side of the road
(The theater is in the Seirra2 Complex).
From Business 80 West
Exit on P St.
After exiting you will be on 29th st.
Follow 29th st. (It will turn into W st).
Turn left onto 24th st.
Proceed Approximately 3/4 of a mile
(Just past 3rd Ave).
The theatre is on the left hand side of the road
(The theater is in the Seirra2 Complex).
From I-80 East
Take Business 80
Exit on 15th st.
Turn left on Broadway
Turn right onto 24th st.
Proceed Approximately 3/4 of a mile
(Just past 3rd Ave).
The theatre is on the left hand side of the road
(The theater is in the Seirra2 Complex).
From I-5 North or South
Take Business 80 East
Exit on 15th st.
Turn left on Broadway
Turn right onto 24th st.
Proceed Approximately 3/4 of a mile
(Just past 3rd Ave).
The theatre is on the left hand side of the road
(The theater is in the Seirra2 Complex).
From Hwy 99 North
Exit on Broadway
Turn left on Broadway
Turn left onto 24th st.
Proceed Approximately 3/4 of a mile
(Just past 3rd Ave).
The theatre is on the left hand side of the road
(The theater is in the Seirra2 Complex).
From Hwy 99 South
Take Business 80 East
Exit on 15th st.
Turn left on Broadway
Turn right onto 24th st.
Proceed Approximately 3/4 of a mile
(Just past 3rd Ave).
The theatre is on the left hand side of the road
(The theater is in the Seirra2 Complex).
Great Parking News at Sierra 2 - The 24th Street Theatre! As you are approaching the 24th Street theatre from Broadway, make a left turn on Castro Street and then a right turn into a newly available parking lot for theatre patrons. You will notice a new sign that lets you know that it is OK to park there for theatre events. This lot is very close to the theatre (a short walk right beside the theatre brings you to the front door, and the Box Office), and right next to the RSP rehearsal space known as "The Studio." So please feel free to park in this lot when you come to see the great shows at RSP! Just another way to make visiting the 24th Street Theatre easier and hassle free!
RSP presents Disney's Aladdin Jr. on May 23, 24, and 25 at 7 PM. The Arabian nights adventure is told through 34 youths eager to tell of the "street rat" Aladdin transformed into Prince Ali. Of course, it wouldn't be possible without the help of a Genie wishing for his freedom. All Aladdin wishes for is the love of Princess Jasmine while the evil Royal Vizier, Jafar, thwarts his every turn. Among this Magic Carpet mayhem are many new talents as well as the familiar faces of YMTWs past. The award-winning songs including "Friend Like Me", "A Whole New World", and "One Jump" will keep you on the edge of your seat wondering what happens to our hero, Aladdin. All performances will be at 24th Street Theatre, 2791 24th Street Theatre, Sacramento. 
Get your special someone a night out at the theatre! RSP has gift certificates good for any denomination and are available by calling the box office at 916-207-1226 or send the box office an e-mail at boxoffice@runawaystage.com and request yours today! We accept all major credit cards and this is an easy way to show someone you care this holiday season. These gift certificates are good for any tickets to any of our great shows – Broadway Shows, Storybook Children’s Theatre Shows, Youth Musical Theatre Workshop Shows, or even a tuition for that special child who wants to join the next workshop, the possibilities are endless so don’t miss out on this easy way to give the gift of entertainment!
As you know, Runaway Stage Productions is a non-profit Community Theatre Company who has been providing high quality theatre entertainment for eight years in the Sacramento area. What began as a one-time only show in 1997 has turned into a year round operation, producing Broadway-style productions, Storybook Children's Theater, delighting children of all ages and Youth Musical Theater Workshops providing performing arts education for hundreds of area youth. 
RSP has now upgraded our website with a new page! 
RSP is looking for input from you, our friends and patrons, on what you think of RSP. Applying for grants and funding opportunities is always a difficult project, and RSP is always working on these endeavors, so we are looking to you, our friends and patrons, to help with some information. Funding organizations are always looking to see how a program impacts the people who access the services it provides, so we are asking you to share your thoughts. If you have had an experience that has touched you, or someone you know, please let us know. We are looking for any stories or thoughts you may have had about the work that RSP does. So whether you have seen a show that you thought was well done, or if you have been involved in our YMTWs or if you just would like to send a letter of support please feel free, we would love to hear from you. In addition, if there is something that you feel we could work on, or if there is a concern you have please also feel free to send that along with your thoughts. Please be sure to include your name and contact information along with your letter. We appreciate your support for our work and we hope that with your help we can achieve some additional funding and be able to continue to produce the best community theatre around.