Summer Sizzles at RSP, Plan Your Holiday Celebration and Help RSP at the Same Time!!!
We will be running our very successful fireworks stand again this year!! Located near the corner of Fulton and Marconi (in the Gore’s Baby Store parking lot), this is one of our major fund-raisers to support our children’s programs (YMTW and Storybook Children’s Theatre). So celebrate the birthday of this great country and help out a worthy cause at the same time! Come on out to our fireworks stand and get your fireworks spectacular supplies to celebrate the 4th of July!
Many of our performers will be working the booth this year along with board members, some of the most talented pyrotechnic experts around and other wonderful RSP volunteers.
WIN! WIN! WIN!
Come on out to the fireworks booth and get your fireworks, bring the coupon in this article and be entered to win a pair of season tickets to our 2007 season of great shows! This offer is only available at the RSP fireworks stand located near the corner of Fulton and Marconi in Sacramento, so be sure to visit our fireworks standand bring this coupon to enter to win!!!
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND – THE MGM MUSICAL DANCE SENSATION SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS
July 7 Through July 30th
Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.
Book by: David Landay and Lawrence Kasha
Lyrics by: Al Kasha and Johnny Mercer
Music by: Gene de Paul and Joel Hirschhorn
Based on the MGM film Seven Brides For Seven Brothers and The Sobbin' Women by Stephen Vincent Benet
Directed by Bob Baxter
Vocal and Musical Direction by Chris Congdon
Choreography by Ron Cisneros
“Goin’ courting” has never been as much fun as in this rip-roaring stage version of the popular MGM movie, adapted by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay. Millie is a young bride living in the 1850s Oregon wilderness whose plan to civilize and marry off her six rowdy brothers-in-law to ensure the success of her own marriage backfires when the brothers, in their enthusiasm, kidnap six women from a neighboring town to be their brides.
Bursting with the rambunctious energy of the original film, “Seven Brides For Seven Brothers” is all boisterous fun and romance that harkens back to the glory days of the movie musical. New songs by Al Kasha and Joel Hirschhorn have been added to a melody-drenched classic film score by Johnny Mercer and Gene de Paul that includes wistful ballads, charming comic turns and rousing showstopping dances.
Crowded with music, bubbling with fun."
- The Plain Dealer
"A show with an extraordinary amount of appeal - shot through with much of the same vigor, high spirits, romance and deceptively ironic humor that characterized the movie.
- Dallas Times Herald
Don’t wait get your tickets now! Visit our online box office at www.runawaystage.com or call the box office at (916) 207-1226.
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Jack and the Beanstalk
Bessie the cow (Andrea Jenson) is the only hope for Jacqueline (Sara Warren) and her mother Margaret (Kathleen Flint) to get enough money to pay for the mortgage, otherwise they will be at the mercy of their evil landlord, Sycamore Greeley (Bob Baxter).
Come and join in the fun as our storybook characters come to life in this fractured fairytale of a brave young girl and her faithful cow, a magical beanstalk, and a befuddled but sweet giant (Patrick McCann) every Saturday at 12 noon and 2:00 p.m. Performance Dates: July 15th, 22nd and 29th. All tickets $5.00
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Coming Soon to the 24th Street Theatre Stage…
September 1st -24th
Fridays and Saturdays 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.
AUDTIONS July 9th and 10th at 7:00 p.m., call back auditions July 11th at 7:00 p.m.
(See below for further audition information)
Book by: Terrence McNally
Lyrics by: David Yazbek
Music by: David Yazbek
Directed by: Bob Baxter
Choreography by Darryl Strohl
Vocal Director: TBA
Musical Director: TBA
The Full Monty is Broadway's smash hit musical about six good buddies whose desperate plan to get their lives back together requires them to triumph over their fears, their nerves, and their clothes.
Nominated for ten Tony Awards, including Best Musical, The Full Monty features a new book by Tony Award winner Terrence McNally, and award-winning music and lyrics by pop composer David Yazbek.
USA Today proclaims The Full Monty "one of the most entertaining and exhilarating productions you'll ever see!" The New York Times says "The Full Monty is that rare crowd-pleaser that you don't have to apologize for liking. Memory-grabbing melodies, outlandish lyrics, delightful performers." For a truly original musical comedy, you've gotta go for The Full Monty!
The Full Monty contains frank language, mature themes, and brief nudity.
"I loved every minute of it. Every minute is a delight. You are going to have the best time. Go get yourself tickets. Go have a great time. A treat."
-Joan Hamburg, WOR-AM
"Exuberantly hip and thoroughly entertaining. Spunky, surprising and charming. Here is a new musical comedy that is actually funny."
-Jason Zinoman, Time Out New York
"Boisterously good. High energy, easy laughs, a catchy score and exuberant dancing."
-Lloyd Rose, The Washington Post
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The Full Monty Auditions
AUDTIONS July 9th and 10th
24th Street Theatre
2791 24th Street, Sacramento 95818
Callbacks for this production will be scheduled for Tuesday July 11th at 7:30 p.m.
Book by: Terrence McNally
Lyrics by: David Yazbek
Music by: David Yazbek
Directed by: Bob Baxter
Choreography by Darryl Strohl
Vocal Director: TBA
Musical Director: TBA
Nominated for ten Tony Awards in 2001!
Seeing how much their wives enjoy watching male strippers during their "Girls' Night Out," unemployed steelworkers in Buffalo New York come up with a bold way to make some quick cash. In the process they find renewed self-esteem, the importance of friendship and the ability to have fun.
As the guys work through their fears, self-consciousness, feelings of worthlessness and anxieties (over everything from being overweight to child custody, bigotry to being gay), they come to discover that not only are they stronger as a group, but that the strength they find in each other gives them the individual courage to face their demons and overcome them.
There is great heart to THE FULL MONTY, and the ultimate themes expressed in the show, about taking charge of one’s life and following one’s dreams are great lessons for all of us.
| Character Breakdown |
| JERRY LUKOWSKI | An unemployed mill worker |
| NATHAN LUKOWSKI | His young son |
| PAM LUKOWSKI | His estranged wife |
| TEDDY SLAUGHTER | Her live-in boyfriend |
| DAVE BUKATINSKY | An unemployed mill worker |
| GEORGIE BUKATINSKY | His wife |
| HAROLD NICHOLS | An unemployed supervisor at the same mill |
| VICKI NICHOLS | An employed supervisor at the same mill |
| MALCOLM MACGREGOR | An unemployed mill worker |
| MOLLY MACGREGOR | His ailing mom |
| ETHAN GIRARD | An unemployed mill worker |
| NOAH "HORSE" T. SIMMONS | A retired mill worker |
| JEANNETTE BURMEISTER | A piano player of indeterminate years |
| BUDDY "KENO" WALSH | A male stripper |
| REG WILLOUGHBY | An unemployed mill worker |
| TONY GIRODANO | A Buffalo club owner |
| ESTELLE GENOVESE | Jerry's occasional girl friend |
| SUSAN HERSHEY | A friend of Pam and Georgie's |
| JOANIE LISH | Another friend of Pam and Georgie's |
| POLICE SARGEANT | |
| MINISTER | |
This is the first locally produced production of this show and we are looking forward to working with the best talent that the greater Sacramento area region has to offer and producing the best show possible. We hope to see you all at the auditions.
September brings Bye Bye Birdie to RSP
September brings Bye Bye Birdie to RSP, performed by the largest YMTW cast ever! 60 young people will be performing to songs like, "Sincere" and "Kids!". There will be unforgettable characters including a sweet young teen Kim McAfee, a sizzling star Conrad Birdie, a desperate girlfriend Rosie DeLeon, and chemist turned song-writer Albert Peterson. The story unfolds in Ohio with twists and turns and comedy for the whole family. Watch for more updates as rehearsals progress. Bye Bye Birdie will be Directed will be Bob Baxter, with Choreograpy by Kari Pruitt, and Vocal Direction by Buffee Ann Gillihan.
Performances: September 13th & 14th, 2006
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There’s still time to become an official “RSP Partner” for the exciting 2006 Season!
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 produces some of the highest quality theater in the Sacramento area as evidenced by increased performance attendance and multiple Elly nominations and Awards from the Sacramento Area Regional Theater Alliance (SARTA).
However, we are at a critical point in RSP history. The cost of producing quality theatre has increased dramatically over the last couple of years, and we are experiencing financial difficulty in delivering the superior theatrical productions our patrons enjoy and have afforded us recognition in the theatre community. RSP has relied solely on ticket sales and occasional individual donations to provide the necessary operational revenue. And in support of our #1 objective to provide the best possible live theatre entertainment that can be enjoyed by the entire community, we strive to keep our ticket prices affordable for our diverse patron base. Additionally, we continue to evaluate our budget management guidelines ensuring that we are operating at the most resourceful and efficient costs possible. However, we are still faced with the significant challenge to keep the “Stage Door” open at RSP.
How can you help? You can become an RSP “Partner” by making a tax deductible donation of $50.00 or more as described below. In return, we are offering complimentary tickets, recognition in our playbills, etc. Moreover, we are seeking “Sponsors” to help underwrite our productions. If you own or work for a business that is supportive of the Arts, please ask if they will help with a grant to cover some of the expenses of producing a Broadway Style Musical. The business or individual will receive full recognition in our playbills, banners, advertising, etc., giving them great visibility in the community. In an average season, RSP reaches over 10,000 people!
Thank you for your support and look forward to seeing you at the 24th Street Theatre!!
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Tell us What You Think!
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.
Please send your comments to:
RSP Board of Directors (Comments)
5050 Laguna Blvd., Suite 112-410
Elk Grove, CA 95758
Or by e-mail to: boxoffice@runawaystage.com
Thank you!
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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!
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