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Our 2009-2010 productions will include:
1776
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
ANNIE
A MERRY MULBERRY STREET MUSICAL
WAITING IN THE WINGS
NOISES OFF
NEIL SIMON'S CHAPTER TWO
TITANIC, THE MUSICAL
BLINDSIDED BY A DIAPER
A CHORUS LINE
Click on any link to the right for more details on a specific show. |
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| 1776 |
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Directed by Gordon Casagrande
Music Direction by Peter Randazzo
Choreography by Karen Casagrande
Ted Yudain and Tom Butterworth as
John Dickinson and John Hancock, respectively.
American history blazes to vivid life in this Broadway musical hit. It's the summer of 1776 and the nation is ready to declare independence...if only the founding fathers can agree! 1776 follows John Adams, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson in their attempt to convince the members of the second Continental Congress to vote to free their fledgling nation. Funny, tuneful and suspenseful - even though we know how it ends. A fun and entertaining history lesson for the whole family.
THE CAST:
JOHN HANCOCK - Tom Butterworth
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN - Richard H. Levitt
JOHN DICKINSON - Ted Yudain
JAMES WILSON - Andrew George
COL. THOMAS McKEAN - Greg Chrzczon
CAESAR RODNEY - Peter Dell Uomo
GEORGE READ - Steven Michael Joseph Kelly
LEWIS MORRIS - Randy Bucknoff
ROBERT LIVINGSTON - Mickey Mallardi
ROGER SHERMAN - Frank Russo, Jr.
REV. JOHN WITHERSPOON - Marc Hartog
DR. JOSIAH BARTLETT - John Ashe
STEPHEN HOPKINS - Ron Setkowksi
SAMUEL CHASE - Scott Ferrara
RICHARD HENRY LEE - Brian Bianco
THOMAS JEFFERSON - Jonathan Jacobson
EDWARD RUTLEDGE - Ryan O'Neill
JOSEPH HEWES - John Atkin
DR. LYMAN HALL - Peter Green
JOHN ADAMS - Lou Ursone
A COURIER - Sean Ormond
CHARLES THOMSON - Jim Muthersbaugh
ANDREW McNAIR - Andrew Morris
A LEATHER APRON - Brendan George
ABIGAIL ADAMS - Gail Yudain
MARTHA JEFFERSON Haley Bond Petersen|
(This production will move to the Darien Arts Center for two weekends, October 15-23) |
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| To Kill A Mockingbird |
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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Directed by David Klein
To Kill a Mockingbird is a tender portrait of a southern town, brimming with powerful lessons of tolerance, justice and quiet heroism. Scout and Jem are growing up in the Deep South during the 1930s depression. Their idyllic childhood is jolted with the realization that prejudice and bigotry rule in their small town when their father, a lawyer of principle and integrity, is asked to defend a young black man falsely accused of raping a white woman. A powerfully moving drama. |
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| ANNIE |
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Directed by Brian Bianco
Music Direction by Greg Chrzczon
Choreography by Kari Sweeney
The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie is back, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. Boasting one of Broadway’s most memorable scores, including “It’s the Hard-Knock Life,” “Easy Street,” “N.Y.C.” and the ever-optimistic “Tomorrow,” Annie is a delightful theatrical experience for the entire family. |
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| A MERRY MULBERRY STREET MUSICAL |
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A MERRY MULBERRY STREET MUSICAL
Directed By Brian Bianco
Music Direction by Jeffrey Lodin
For over 70 years, audiences have laughed along with Stamford’s most-produced romantic comedy, Mulberry Street. Now, the same families are back for a heart-warming and riotous musical romp featuring a terrific new score by Jeffrey Lodin and William Squier. Join the Morello and Baccolini families during the 1944 holiday season and watch what happens while the boys are overseas and an outcast sister-in-law comes back into their lives! Our premiere presentation of this new show last season was a sell-out smash, so don’t miss out on the laughter and good cheer!
The cast:
Lucia Morello - Gail Yudain
Piccino Morello - Lou Ursone
Angelo Baccolini - Randy Bucknoff
Carmella Baccolini - Donna Fox
Concetta Morello - Carole Claps
Marie Morello Bowman - Dana DiCerto
George Bowman - Joe Efferen
Fillipo Morello - Matt Schmiedel
Nina Baccolini Morello - Samantha Moorin
Giovanna Baccolini - Dana Della Monica
Mrs. Prosperoni - Betty Pia
Tony Spumonzi - Dominick Cundari
THE CAST AND PRODUCTION TEAM
 Dana DiCerto & Joe Efferen
Randy Bucknoff & Lou Ursone
Gail Yudain & Lou Ursone
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| Waiting in the Wings |
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WAITING IN THE WINGS
Directed By Carole Claps
This comedic drama by Noel Coward, follows a group of retired actresses who have come to live out their years in a retirement home that’s specifically for former starlet's. As can be expected, there is no shortage of dramatics in this place. While this show is funny and light-hearted, it also portrays the very real issues we face as we get older. Issues such as ailing health and regrets of the past layer poignancy to this basically good-humored play.
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Noises Off
Directed by Debra Lee Failla
Seven slamming doors, one breaking window, 10 trips up and down stairs, 17 false entrances, 73 flubbed lines, 46 miscues, one dramatic highlight, 22 double entendres, six regular entendres and a million laughs--and several plates of sardines are all part of what makes Noises Off one of the most hysterical farces in recent years. Mishaps abound, as a touring company rehearses and opens a farce called "Nothing On." A glimpse at life behind the scenes proves hilarious beyond belief. |
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| NEIL SIMON’S CHAPTER TWO |
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NEIL SIMON’S CHAPTER TWO
Directed by Frank Gaffney
Chapter Two, a semi-autobiographical play based on Neil Simon’s relationship with actress Marsha Mason, chronicles the whirlwind courtship between widowed writer George Schneider and recently divorced actress Jennie Malone. Although George falls for Jennie almost at first sight, the memories of his happy marriage threaten to jeopardize his new romance. Add George’s brother Leo, a brash press agent who’s married but has a roving eye, and Jennie’s actress-friend Faye Medwick and you have one of Simon's funniest and most moving plays. |
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| Titanic, The Musical |
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Directed by Peter Barbieri, Jr.
Music direction by George Croom
The sinking of the Titanic in the early hours of April 15, 1912, remains the quintessential disaster of the 20th century. This musical telling stirs emotions of excitement and despair blended with one of the best Broadway scores of the 1990s. A large cast of characters tell their stories of this fateful journey. Even though we know the outcome, we’re ever hopeful till the final moments. |
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| Blindsided by a Diaper |
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Blindsided by a Diaper
Directed by B.T. McNicholl
This musical is adapted from the Three River's Press collection of essays of the same name about the changes that couples face in their relationships when children enter into the picture. The musical was written by the book’s editor, Dana Bedford Hilmer, and songwriters Jeffrey Lodin and William Squier (100 Years into the Heart, Top of the Heap). It’s hysterical, yet amazingly moving - a must see for any parent! |
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| A Chorus Line |
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A CHORUS LINE
Directed by Lynne Colatrella
Music Direction by Greg Chrzczon
For 17 dancers, an audition in an empty theatre, on a bare stage, is the chance of a lifetime. It’s the one opportunity to do what they’ve always dreamed -- to dance on Broadway. A Chorus Line is the musical for everyone who’s ever had a dream and put it all on the line. With music by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by Edward Kleban, the score features the powerful ballad, “What I Did For Love,” the bawdy, “Dance Ten, Looks Three,”and its unforgettable signature number, “One.” Winner of nine Tony Awards, including “Best Musical” and the Pulitzer Prize for drama, this singular sensation is one of the longest-running Broadway musicals ever. |
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| FOURTH ANNUAL AMERICAN HARMONY PRIZE |
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Curtain Call is proud to announce the return of the American Harmony Prize, an annual award that acquaints Fairfield County, CT, audiences with diverse new works of musical theater.
The goal of the American Harmony Prize is to showcase new musicals that explore our country’s many ethnic, religious and gender identifications. In 2007, the inaugural award was given to “Jip: His Story,” by Danny Duncan (Book) and Emily Klion (Music & Lyrics), a family-friendly musical that focused on the history of Black Americans. In the second and third years the award went to “Love, NY,” by Robert Rokicki (Music & Lyrics) and Michael Ruby (Book & Lyrics) and “Buddy’s Tavern,” by Raymond De Felitta (Book), Alison Hubbard (Lyrics) and Kim Oler (Music) for musicals that focused on the experiences of Jewish and Italian Americans.
The fourth annual American Harmony Prize will showcase a new musical that dramatizes an aspect of the experience of Americans with Disabilities. From “Porgy and Bess” to the Pulitzer Prize-winning “Next to Normal,” the struggles of disabled Americans have been at the heart of some of the musical theater’s most affecting works. This year the American Harmony Prize hopes to shine the spotlight on a new musical that illuminates the lives of those that are so often overlooked by the rest of society.
In addition to a cash award of $250.00, a sixty-minute concert reading of highlights from the winning musical will be performed in The Kweskin Theater in February 7, 2011.
In order to qualify for consideration, a musical cannot have been professionally produced (Equity Dinner, LORT, Production, Special Production, SPT, Stock, etc...) or published. It may have been performed in readings, concerts, workshops and non-professional productions.
Submissions will be accepted via mail from Monday, September 20, 2010 until Saturday, October 16, 2010. Submissions postmarked after Saturday, October 16, 2010, will ineligible for consideration. We are not able to receive electronic submissions at this time. Your submission should include:
1. A plot synopsis of no more than 800 words (or roughly two pages).
2. The first 10 pages of the libretto (with all dialogue, lyrics and stage directions included).
3. A cd that demonstrates as much of the musical’s score as has been recorded to date (it needn’t be of studio quality).
4. One sample of the sheet music for a song from the show’s piano / vocal score.
5. A self-addressed, stamped envelope if you wish to have your materials returned. (If not, they will be recycled after the judging.)
6. Note: there is no submission / reading fee.
Submissions should be mailed to:
Curtain Call, Inc.
1349 Newfield Avenue
Stamford, CT 06905
Attn. American Harmony Prize
Short-listed applicants will be asked to submit additional materials after Monday, November 1, 2010. Additional materials postmarked after Saturday, November 13, 2010, will ineligible for final consideration. The winner of the American Harmony Prize 2009 will be announced Monday, January 3, 2011, at www.CurtainCallinc.com.
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| FRANK MASTRONE: Broadway Moments |
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FRANK MASTRONE: - Broadway Moments
Kweskin Theatre l March 13 at 7:00 pm
After sold-out smash performances the past two seasons, Frank Mastrone returns with another one-night-only special evening of songs and stories featuring a collection of his favorite selections from some of Broadway’s finest shows. This Broadway veteran (Les Miserables, Cats, Saturday Night Fever, Jekyll & Hyde, Big, and currently, The Phantom of the Opera) will again be joined by acclaimed musical director Frank Spitznagel to bring you some of the theatre’s best musical moments in this very intimate theatre concert. |
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| An Evening With Maydie Myles |
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MAYDIE MYLES
Dressing Room Theatre l February 11 & 12
SHE’S BACK!!! After an absence of several years, Maydie Myles returned last season toThe Dressing Room Theatre with her brand of jazz that has been known to pack the place and have the joint really jumping. This year she's back again with her four-piece band for just two nights of fabulous music. Book early as her previous Curtain Call engagements have consistently sold out. |
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Our 9th Season
MUSICAL MONDAYS
2009 - 2010 season:
A Series of New Musicals in Concert in The Kweskin Theatre (Champagne reception to follow each performance) For the ninth year, professionals from the New York stage travel to Stamford to introduce Curtain Call audiences to three terrific new musicals. All seats $15. Or book all three and get one free. See all three new musicals for the series subscription
price of only $30!!!
WHERE ARE THEY NOW?
Monday, December 7, 2009 at 7:30 pm
A retrospective of the various shows presented in this series over the past seven years with performances by many of those who previously graced our stage, plus updates on how the shows have developed since being presented here. A terrific evening of great songs and performances!
WINNER OF THE AMERICAN HARMONY PRIZE
Monday, February 22, 2010 at 7:30 pm
Italian family life and traditions have long been the stuff of great stage drama. (A View From The Bridge, The Most Happy Fella, Italian American Reconciliation). Join us as our third annual award spotlights a new musical that celebrates the experiences of Italian Americans. (Winning show to be announced December 14.)
TAKE ME AMERICA
Monday, April 19, 2010 at 7:30 pm
Follow nine refugees in their quest for asylum in the US and the three INS agents who decide their fate. Do they stay or do they go? How would you decide? Get it wrong and you might as well sentence them to death.... or worse. Inspired by true stories from the P.O.V. documentary “Well-Founded Fear.” They are stories of life and death; real, sometimes humorous, but always compelling. Written by Broadway veteran and Stamford resident Bill Nabel.
LOVE, INCORPORATED
Monday, November 17, 2008 at 7:30 pm
In business, Faith Stillman is unstoppable. But, when it comes to romance, she's hopelessly lost. However, once she puts her heart on the payroll, the business of love is born. A clever new musical comedy with book, musical and lyrics by HOLLYWOODLAND’s Marc Castle.
WINNER OF THE AMERICAN HARMONY PRIZE
LOVE, NY
Monday, February 9, 2009 at 7:30 pm
Jewish family life and traditions have long been the stuff of musical theater. (FIDDLER ON THE ROOF and MILK AND HONEY to FALSETTOS and RAGTIME.) Join us as our second annual award spotlights a new musical that celebrates the experiences of Jewish Americans. (Show to be announced December 12)
A MERRY
MULBERRY STREET MUSICAL
Monday, April 13, 2009 at 7:30 pm
What do you get when you take Stamford’s most-produced romantic comedy, set it during the holidays and add in some music? A Merry Mulberry Street Musical! This brand new story, featuring the characters you’ve loved for 70 years. will warm your hearts and make you laugh heartily (and maybe even shed a tear). Featuring songs by Jeffrey Lodin and William Squier. Book by Lou Ursone.
APRIL 14, 2008
7:30 PM - The Kweskin Theatre
BLINDSIDED BY A DIAPER:The Musical
A touching and humorous new musical based on the recently published book of the same name, which is a collection of essays about the changes and challenges couples face in their relationships when kids enter the picture.
Written by Dana Bedford Hilmer, Jeffrey Lodin and Stamford's William Squier
February 25, 2008
American Harmony Prize Winner
Jip: His Story by Danny Duncan and Emily Klion (San Francisco, CA): Based on a novel by Katherine Paterson. It tells the tale of a nineteenth century Vermont boy who was found on the side of the road as a toddler. Due to his dark complexion, he is assumed to be the son of a gypsy and sent to live on a local poor farm. But, when a runaway slave hunter catches sight of him twelve years later, Jip learns the truth about his identity, as well as about the buried racial attitudes of the town in which he was raised. A workshop version of Jip: His Story was performed at The Marsh Youth Theater in San Francisco, CA, in May of 2005.
This concert reading will be directed by J.D. Higgins, a resident of Stamford whose professional directing credits include Indent at the New York Theatre Workshop, Gave Her the Eye at the Samuel Beckett Theatre, Road Trip and The Three of Us at the Actors Theatre of Louisville and Charlotte's Web at the Hartford Children's Theatre. Her work has also been seen at the Darien Players and, most recently, here at Curtain Call: A Man for All Seasons.
Higgins will be assisted by music director Jeffrey Lodin. Lodin is best known locally at the composer of Top of the Heap, which followed its sold-out run at Curtain Call by winning both The Global Search for New Musicals in 2006 and the National Music Theater Network's 2007 Director's Choice Award.
December 10, 2007
GREENBRIER GHOST
This stirring new musical is based on the true story of Zona Heaster Shue, whose murder trial in 1897 marked the only time in judicial history that a conviction was based on evidence presented by the victim from beyond the grave. And, over 100 years later, the battle between proof and faith wages on.
Written by Susan Murray with a score by Norwalk resident Clay Zambo. |
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Choose a Show from the list
below to view its details. |
1776
September 10 through October 2
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ANNIE
November 12 - December 18
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