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Asolo Repertory Theatre and Maltz Jupiter Theatre Join Forces to Co-Produce the High-Flying Musical Barnum |
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11/17/2008
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November 17, 2008 (Sarasota, Florida) Asolo Repertory Theatre and Maltz Jupiter Theatre have partnered to present Barnum, the multiple Tony Award winning musical that ran for two years and 854 performances on Broadway. Barnum runs from November 15 to December 20, 2008, in Asolo Rep’s Mertz Theatre in Sarasota, and opens on January 9, 2009, at The Maltz Jupiter Theatre in Jupiter, Florida.
The co-production between the two theatres represents sharing on many levels, from concepts to expenses, and from artistic decisions to sets, costumes and props. It also means that the production will move from one theatre to the other, taking with it all the shared elements, including the actors and creative team.
“We are thrilled to be co-producing Barnum with the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. This musical is a vibrant, dynamic show that deserves to have the highest quality of production. When the opportunity arose to partner with Andrew Kato and the brilliant team at Maltz Jupite ...
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Asolo Rep Launches New Stages with Acclaimed Production of The Giver |
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10/23/2008
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October 22, 2008 (Sarasota, Florida) – Asolo Rep presents an innovative collaboration enhancing the art of learning. On the cusp of its 50th anniversary season, Asolo Rep is launching New Stages, is an extension of Asolo Rep’s acclaimed Access to the Arts program that has been serving school children in the community for decades.
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ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE ACTORS GIVE THEIR NEW HOUSING AT SERENATA A STANDING OVATION |
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9/22/2008
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August 11, 2008 – When accomplished actors come to perform with the famed Asolo Repertory Theatre, they expect that everything from lighting to box office sell outs will be commonplace in a repertory company widely recognized as an important cultural force in the Southeastern U.S. As of April 2008, the Asolo Rep once again exceeded their expectations.
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ASOLO REP CASTS BRAD OSCAR IN THE TITLE ROLE AND BRINGS BACK GORDON GREENBERG TO DIRECT BARNUM THE MUSICAL |
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9/10/2008
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August 29, 2008 (Sarasota, FL)–Asolo Repertory Theatre’s Producing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards announces the creative team for the theatre’s upcoming production of Barnum the musical and names Brad Oscar in the title role. Barnum will be directed by Gordon Greenberg and choreographed by Joshua Rhodes; with music direction by Helen Gregory, scenic design by Michael Schweikardt, costume design by Alejo Vietti, and lighting design by Traci Klainer. Asolo Rep is co-producing Barnum with Maltz Jupiter Theatre; Andrew Kato, Artistic Director and Tricia Trimble, Managing Director. Corporate Co-Presenters for the musical are SNN6, and Sarasota Magazine. Barnum kicks off Asolo Rep’s 50th anniversary season in grand style on November 15th.
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KALEIDOSCOPE 2008: DREAM OUT LOUD |
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8/1/2008
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July 10, 2008 (Sarasota, FL) - Asolo Repertory Theatre and Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities (CHAC) are honored to announce that the Kaleidoscope musical theatre workshop will be changing lives once again this summer.
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ASOLO REP'S RECENT PRODUCTION OF WORKING TO HAVE WEST COAST PREMIERE |
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6/19/2008
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June 19, 2008 (Sarasota, FL) - Asolo Repertory Theatre is pleased to announce that the Old Globe Theatre in San Diego will present the 2009 West Coast premiere of the newly revised version of the 1978 musical Working, with contributions by Tony Award-winning songwriter Lin-Manuel Miranda.
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Hot Flash..... Menopause The Musical® Returns by Popular Demand |
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6/19/2008
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May 30, 2008 (Sarasota, FL) Hot Flash...Menopause The Musical® Returns by Popular Demand to Asolo Repertory Theatre AND Tickets ARE on Sale NOW! The international hit show menopause the musical®, the hilarious celebration of women and the change!®, is returning by popular demand for a limited run at Asolo Rep from June 13 to July 13, 2008. This 90 minute laughter-filled celebration is beyond your ordinary light-hearted musical and is inspirational for all who attend! The ensemble production features four women at a department store‘s lingerie sale with nothing in common but a black lace bra and hot flashes, night sweats, memory loss, chocolate binges, not enough sex, too much sex, and more.
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ASOLO REP’S ‘WORKING’ CONTRIBUTOR LEADS TONY AWARD NOMINATIONS |
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6/19/2008
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May 13, 2008 (Sarasota, FL) Lin-Manuel Miranda’s musical IN THE HEIGHTS has taken the lead today for Tony nominations. Miranda’s nominations are for Best Actor in a Musical and Best Musical Score. The show earned a leading total of 13 nominations, including Best Musical.
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Timely Political Drama Takes Center Stage for Asolo Rep |
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5/6/2008
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Sarasota, FL – Asolo Repertory Theatre presents LADY by Craig Wright, the award winning playwright know for his thought evoking scripts both on stage and screen. The play features popular Asolo Rep resident actors David Breitbarth, Douglas Jones and James Clarke. Hal Brooks directs Lady, which is presented in the Cook Theatre from May 9 to June 1, 2008.
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Asolo Repertory Theatre celebrates the 2008 Gala, A STAR IS BORN |
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4/3/2008
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(Sarasota, Florida) – Asolo Repertory Theatre celebrates the 2008 Gala, A STAR IS BORN, on March 29, 2008 at the RinglingMuseum in Sarasota. Asolo Rep’s anniversary season launch gala benefits the students of the FSU/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training. Join Asolo Rep for a black-tie event that will feature a full orchestra, gourmet delicacies, dancing, and outstanding auctions.
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ASOLO REP FOURTH ANNUAL AMBASSADORS SOCIETY HONORS SUPPORTERS |
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4/3/2008
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Sarasota, FL (MARCH 28, 2008) –Asolo Repertory Theatre announces the fourth annual induction for the Asolo Ambassadors Society and is inviting into membership individuals who have made significant financial, service and other contributions to Asolo Rep since its creation nearly 50 seasons ago. This year's inductees are Pat Huisking, Jody Kielbasa, Bruce Rodgers, Ulla R. Searing and Sharon Spelman.
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A SEASON TO CELEBRATE: ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE ANNOUNCES ITS 50th ANNIVERSARY SEASON |
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3/11/2008
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March 10, 2008 (Sarasota, FL) - Michael Donald Edwrads announced the 2008-2009 season of 11 sensational shows which kicks off with a theatrical extravaganza that touches the heart of Sarasota history – BARNUM – a vibrant musical celebrating the richly creative life of P.T. Barnum. Gregory Leaming also announced the upcoming FSU/Asolo Conservatory season.
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ASOLO REP WELCOMES NEW EDUCATION AND OUTREACH DIRECTOR |
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By host on
1/25/2008
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JANUARY 23, 2008 (Sarasota, FL) – Asolo Repertory Theatre is pleased to welcome its new Education and Outreach Director, Brian Hersh. Hersh will oversee all of Asolo Rep’s Education and Outreach programs including Access to the Arts and the Kaleidoscope Summer Workshop.
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ASOLO REP & THEATRE DEVELOPMENT FUND (TDF) OFFER MORE ACCESSIBILITY TO LOCAL MEMBERS OF THE LARGEST HANDICAP GROUP IN THE NATION |
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1/22/2008
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JANUARY 15, 2008 (Sarasota, FL) – Theatre Development Fund, a New York City based not-for-profit performing arts service agency has renewed their support of Asolo Repertory Theatre’s open captioned services for 2008. Open Captioning is designed to provide increased accessibility to hearing impaired audience members making it possible for them to enjoy a total theatre experience. In Sarasota and Manatee Counties it is estimated that there are more than 100,000 persons with hearing loss, making them members of the largest handicapped group in the nation.
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YOUR ATTENDANCE IS REQUESTED AT A SPECIAL PRESS CONFERENCE |
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By host on
1/22/2008
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JANUARY 10, 2008 (Sarasota, FL) - Representatives from the media are invited to attend a special morning Ceremony and Press Conference to celebrate the generous gift of $1.4 million that Lee Peterson has made to Asolo Repertory Theatre and to honor her with a very special crystal award.
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Asolo Repertory Theatre Presents The United States Premiere of THE BLONDE, THE BRUNETTE, AND THE VENGEFUL REDHEAD |
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1/3/2008
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December 17, 2007 (Sarasota, Florida ) – Asolo Repertory Theatre presents the United States premiere of The Blonde, the Brunette and the Vengeful Redhead a hit new play by Australian playwright Robert Hewett. The play first performed in Sydney, Australia in 2004, and since has played in Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, and Canada to rave reviews.
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THE PLAY'S THE THING - FACT SHEET |
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By host on
12/17/2007
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NOVEMBER 2007 - The facts and details behind Asolo Repertory Theatre’s production of THE PLAY'S THE THING, playing December 21, 2007 – March 13, 2008.
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DOUBT, THE PULITZER PRIZE AND FOUR-TIME TONY AWARD-WINNING DRAMA OPENS DECEMBER 14, 2007 |
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By host on
12/17/2007
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NOVEMBER 13, 2007 (Sarasota, FL)-Asolo Repertory Theatre, Florida’s premier professional theatre, presents Doubt, the Pulitzer Prize and four time Tony Award winning play by John Patrick Shanley. Asolo Rep’s production of Doubt is directed by Obie Award winning Anne Kauffman, and features multiple award winning actress Randy Danson in her Asolo Rep debut as Sister Aloysius Beauvier, and Paul Molnar as Father Brendan Flynn.
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DOUBT - FACT SHEET |
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12/17/2007
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NOVEMBER 2007 - The facts and details behind Asolo Repertory Theatre’s production of DOUBT, playing December 14, 2007 – May 1, 2008.
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THE CONSTANT WIFE OPENS DECEMBER 7, 2007 |
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12/17/2007
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NOVEMBER 2007 (Sarasota, Florida)–Asolo Repertory Theatre, Florida’s premier professional theatre, presents The Constant Wife, by W. Somerset Maugham. The play, which was recently revived on Broadway and created quite a stir among New York critics, comes to Sarasota. The Asolo Rep production of this delightful comedy is directed by Mark Rucker who was lauded last season for his work on Pride and Prejudice.Dana Green, in her Asolo Rep debut, plays Constance Middleton. Bryan Torfeh, who played Salieri in Amadeus last season, plays John Middleton. The play also features popular Asolo Rep resident actors – Carolyn Michel and Douglas Jones.
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FACT SHEET - THE CONSTANT WIFE |
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By host on
12/17/2007
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NOVEMBER 2007 - The facts and details behind Asolo Repertory Theatre’s production of The Constant Wife, playing December 7, 2007 – March 12, 2008.
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JAMES BARBOUR - BROADWAY IN CONCERT |
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12/11/2007
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NOVEMBER 15, 2007 - Announcing a benefit concert for Asolo Repertory Theatre to be held on MONDAY, JANUARY 14TH at 8:00 p.m. Come see the star of A Tale of Two Cities performing some of Broadway’s greatest music, live in concert on Asolo Repertory Theatre's mainstage.
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TOWN HALL KICK'S OFF ASOLO REP'S 49TH SEASON |
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By host on
12/10/2007
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Sarasota, FL (NOVEMBER 06, 2007) –Asolo Repertory Theatre the premier theatre of Florida will hold its annual Town Hall event for the 2007-2008 season on Tuesday, NOVEMBER 13TH AT 5:00 PM in the Mertz Theatre at 5555 north Tamiami Trail in Sarasota. The fun filled event is free and open to the public. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. A reception will follow in the lobby.
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Students Converge on Sarasota |
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By host on
10/12/2007
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Florida State University/Asolo Conservatory for Actor Training and Asolo Repertory Theatre are pleased to welcome new students and those returning to undertake the unique challenge of attaining their Master’s Degree in Fine Arts in Acting here in Sarasota.
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A Tale of Two Cities Casting |
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By host on
10/12/2007
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Jill Santoriellow's sweeping musical epic A TALE OF TWO CITIES will have its world premiere pre-broadway tryout October 13th - November 18th!
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Kaleidoscope 2007: Unwritten |
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By host on
10/12/2007
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Asolo Repertory Theatre and Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities (CHAC) are honored to announce that the Kaleidoscope musical theatre workshop will be changing lives once again this summer.
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Asolo Repertory Theatre Presents DARWIN IN MALIBU in the Cook Theatre |
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By host on
10/12/2007
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Playing from May 16 to June 10, 2007, this play is directed by Asolo Rep Producing Artistic Director Michael Donald Edwards and features guest actor Stephen Temperley as Darwin, as well as resident company members David Breitbarth, Douglas Jones and FSU/Asolo Conservatory student Leigh Anne Wolf (formerly known as Leigh Anne Wuest).
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Local Actor Auditions for A Tale of Two Cities |
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By host on
10/12/2007
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The much anticipated Asolo Repertory Theatre 2007-2008 season kicks off early with local auditions for its spectacular season opener, The World Premiere of a Pre-Broadway Musical Event, A TALE OF TWO CITIES by Charles Dickens.
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