topeka civic theatre 2015-16 season brochure

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2015-16Season Brochure

2015-16 sEason at a glance

MainstageThe Addams Family Sept. 11 - Oct. 10, 2015

Murdermind Oct. 23 - Nov. 7, 2015

A Christmas Carol Nov. 27 - Dec. 20, 2015

Funny Money Jan. 15 - Feb. 6, 2016

Memphis Feb. 26 - March 26, 2016

Much Ado About Nothing April 15 - 30, 2016

Comic Potential June 3 - 18, 2016

Disney’s The Little Mermaid July 8 - Aug. 13, 2016

TCT Studio SeriesThe Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical Dec. 4 - 20, 2015

The Whipping Man June 10 - 18, 2016

TYA - Adults Performing for Children

Diary of a Worm, Spider and Fly Nov. 6 - 15, 2015

Super Sidekick The Musical April 29 - May 7, 2016

TCT’s AcademyThe Monster Under the Bed Oct. 2 - 11, 2015

The Last of the Dragons Feb. 12 - 21, 2016

Skippyjon Jones April 1 - 10, 2016

Annie Jr. July 29 - Aug. 14, 2016

Laugh Lines• Nov. 13 & 14, 2015• Jan. 1 & 2, 2016• Feb. 12 & 13, 2016 (with

special late night show)• April 1 & 2, 2016• May 6 & 7, 2016• Aug. 19 & 20, 2016

The Senior Class• Jan. 31, 2016• March 13, 2016• April 24, 2016

The WTCT Players• Oct. 25, 2015• March 20, 2016• Aug. 20, 2016

The Freshman Class• Sept. 19, 2015• Oct. 24, 2015• Jan. 30, 2016• March 12, 2016• April 16, 2016

Adult ProgrammingThe Old People are Revolting Sept. 18 - Oct. 4, 2015

Clybourne Park Jan. 29 - Feb. 6, 2016

Bonnie and Clyde April 22 - May 7, 2016

Youth ProgrammingJunie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! Dec. 11 - 20, 2015

Disney’s Aristocats Kids March 11 - 20, 2016

The Outsiders June 17 - 26, 2016

Bye Bye Birdie July 22 - Aug. 7, 2016

Topeka Civic Theatre

TCT Performance companies

Helen Hocker THeater

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It’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, daughter and the ultimate princess of darkness, has fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family - a man her parents have never met. Wednesdayconfidesinherfather and begs him not to tell her mother, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his parents. Auditions: July 25 & 26, 2015

Book by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice. Music / Lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Based on Characters Created by Charles Addams. Produced with special arrangement by Theatrical Rights Worldwide.

▶RUNS

Mail in deadline Aug. 17 / Phone lines for members Aug. 25 / Phone lines general public Sept. 1

Sept. 11 - Oct. 10

▶also showingThe Old People Are RevoltingSept. 18–Oct. 4 - Helen Hocker The Freshman ClassSept. 19 - Oldfather Theatre The Monster Under the BedOct. 2–11 – TCT’s AcademyProject Terror & Project Halloween Oct. 16–31 – Helen Hocker

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Gloom overhangs Mayhew Manor, touching all who dare enter. This twisted murder mystery follows the Mayhew family as Clifford Brownell arrives at the manor to help. Is Brownell an actor in this drama of the macabre, or is he the principal player? Where does sanity end and illusion begin? This gothic tale of horror, love and death is sure to brighten a gray day and make restless a still night. Auditions: Sept. 13, 2015

By Bart McGallion. Produced through special arrangement with Samuel French Play Service.

▶RUNS

Mail in deadline Sept. 28 / Phone lines for members Oct. 6 / Phone lines general public Oct. 13

Oct. 23 - Nov. 7

▶also showingThe Freshman ClassOct. 24 – Oldfather TheatreThe WTCT PlayersOct. 25 – Oldfather TheatreDiary of a Worm, Spider and FlyNov. 6–15 – Oldfather TheatreLaugh Lines Nov. 13 & 14 - Mainstage

▶Murdermind October/November 2015


tct Premiere

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The immortal classic tale of redemption and forgiveness that has thrilled audiences for generations returns to TCT’s stage with roving carolers and lively action. The new script isdramatizedwithflairandwitinaversionfirstperformed by the Royal Shakespeare Company. This adaptation of the ageless story captures Dickens’ ironic point of view while it creates a panoramic view of Victorian London. All of the loved characters are in place. Auditions: Oct. 10 & 11, 2015

From the novel by Charles Dickens. Adapted for the stage by John Mortimer.Produced through special arrangement with Samuel French Play Service.

▶RUNS

Mail in deadline Nov. 2 / Phone lines for members Nov. 10 / Phone lines general public Nov. 17

Nov. 27 - Dec. 20

▶also showingThe Great American Trailer Park Christmas Musical Dec. 4–20 - Oldfather TheatreJunie B. In Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!Dec. 11–20 - Helen HockerLaugh LinesJan. 1 & 2 - Mainstage

▶A christmas Carol November/December 2015


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Henry A. Perkins, a mild mannered C.P.A., picks up the wrong briefcase - one full of money. He assumes it is illicit cash and keeps it. Knowing the owner of the briefcase must have his, he rushes home and tells his wife to pack - they’re going to Bali! (In fact, they can buy Bali.) When the police ring his doorbell, hefreaks,onlytofindoutthey have confused him with a dead man, accused him of soliciting in the men’s room and more. Henry’s inept attempts to remove himself from the impossible situation leads to increasingly hysterical situations. Auditions: Dec. 6, 2015

By Ray Cooney. Produced through special arrangement with Samuel French Play Service.

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Jan. 15 - Feb. 6

▶also showingClybourne ParkJan. 29–Feb. 6 - Helen HockerThe Freshman ClassJan. 30 - Oldfather TheatreThe Senior ClassJan. 31 - Oldfather TheatreThe Last of the DragonsFeb. 12–21 - TCT’s AcademyLaugh LinesFeb. 12 & 13 (early & late show)Mainstage

▶funny money January/February 2016


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Mail in deadline Dec. 21 / Phone lines for members Dec. 29Phone lines general public Jan. 5

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From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, TN. comes a hot new Broadway musical. Inspired by actual events, Memphis is about a white radio DJ who wants to change the world and a black club singer who is ready for her big break. Together they embark on an incredible journey. Winner of four Tony Awards including an original score with music by Bon Jovi founding member David Bryan. Auditions: Jan. 2 & 3, 2016

Book and Lyrics by Joe DiPietro. Music and Lyrics by David Bryan.Based on a Concept by George W. George. Produced with special arrangement by Theatrical Rights, Worldwide.

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Feb. 26 – March 26

▶also showingDisney’s Aristocats Kids March 11–20 - Helen HockerThe Freshman ClassMarch 12 - Oldfather TheatreThe Senior ClassMarch 13 - Oldfather TheatreThe WTCT PlayersMarch 20 - Oldfather TheatreLaugh LinesApril 1 & 2 - MainstageSkippyJon Jones April 1–10 - TCT’s Academy

▶Memphis February/March, 2016


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Mail in deadline Feb. 1 / Phone lines for members Feb. 9 / Phone lines general public Feb. 16

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Much Ado About Nothing is generally considered one of Shakespeare’s best comedies because it combines elements of robust hilarity with more serious meditations on honor, love and shame. Set in the port city of Sicily, two sets of lovers face trials in their relationships over rumoredinfidelity.Cantruelove survive gossip and scandal? A romantic tale of mistaken identity and mistrust run awry. Auditions: March 5 & 6, 2016

William Shakespeare’s most revered romantic comedy.

▶RUNS

Mail in deadline March 21 / Phone lines for members March 29 Phone lines general public April 5

April 15–30

▶also showingThe Freshman ClassApril 16 - Oldfather TheatreBonnie and ClydeApril 22–May 7 Helen Hocker The Senior ClassApril 24 - Oldfather TheatreSuper Sidekick the MusicalApril 29–May 7 - Oldfather Theatre (TYA)Laugh LinesMay 6 & 7 - Mainstage

▶Much Ado About Nothing April/May, 2016


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2015-16 Topeka Civic Theatre Season Membership Form

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MAInSTAGEAdult $25 (+tax & fac. fee)Full-time student $20 (+tax & fac. fee) Dinner Adult $19 (+tax) Children (under 12) $17.50 (+tax) Seniors (60 & over) $17.50(+tax) Brunch Adult $13 (+tax) Children (under 12) $9 (+tax)

▶ticket pricing

▶showtimesTCT MainstageWednesday & Thursday - 7pmFriday & Saturday - 8pmSunday - 2pm

Helen Hocker Adult ShowsThursday - 7pmFriday & Saturday - 8pmSunday - 2pm

Helen Hocker Youth ShowsFriday & Saturday - 7pmSunday - 2pm

TCT Studio ShowsThursday - 7pmFriday & Saturday - 8pmSunday - 2pm

Adults Performing for Children & TCT’s Academy ShowsThursday, Friday - 7pmSaturday - 2pm or 7pmSunday - 2pm

Laugh Lines Friday & Saturday - 8pm Senior Class & WTCTSunday - 2pm

Freshman ClassSaturday - 7pm

*Show times may vary from their regular schedule. Please, consult the theatre’s box office for the most current show times.

*Dinner and Brunch is catered by Aboud’s Catering. Glory Days Pizza is available for purchase during Laugh Lines shows.

TCT STUDIOAll tickets $15 (+tax & fac. fee)

LAUGH LInESAll tickets $10 (+tax & fac. fee)

FRESHMAn CLASS SEnIOR CLASS/WTCTAll tickets $6 (+tax)

ADULTS PERFORMInG FOR CHILDREnTCT’S ACADEMY SHOWSAdult $10 (+tax)Full-time student $8 (+tax)Children (under 12) $6 (+tax)

HELEn HOCKER THEATER (includes tax)Children’s Programming $10Adult Programming Children (under 12) $11 Adult $13

TCT Box Office: 785.357.5211

HHT Box Office: 785.251.5990

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A sensation in London and New York, this is one of the funniest and most inventive plays by Britain’s grand master of comedy, Alan Ayckbourn. A hilarious satire of television and a touching romantic comedy, it begins in a TV studio where a hospital soap opera is being taped. The producer,Adam,findsoutthat one of the actors is an “actoid” and he begins to fall in love with the charming robot. Auditions: April 17, 2016

A unique and modern romantic comedy by Alan Ayckbourn. Produced through special arrangement with Samuel French Play Service Inc.

▶RUNS

Mail in deadline May 9 / Phone lines for members May 17 / Phone lines general public May 24

June 3–18

▶also showingThe Whipping ManJune 10–18 - Oldfather TheatreThe OutsidersJune 17–26 - Helen Hocker

▶Comic Potential June/July, 2016


tct Premiere

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In a magical kingdom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories with music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken, it’s a hauntingly beautiful love story for all ages. Auditions: May 14 & 15, 2016

Music by Alan Menken. Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater. Book by Doug Wright. Based upon the Disney Motion Picture The Little Mermaid. Produced through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

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Mail in deadline June 13 Phone lines for members June 21Phone lines general public June 28

July 8–Aug.13

▶also showingAnnie Jr.July 29–Aug. 14 - TCT’s AcademyBye Bye BirdieJuly 22 – Aug. 7 - Helen HockerLaugh LinesAug. 19 & 20 - MainstageThe WTCT PlayersAug. 20 - Oldfather Theatre

▶Disney’s The Little Mermaid July/August, 2016


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The Great American

Trailer Park christmas Musical

It’s holiday time down in Armadillo Acres (North Florida’s premier mobile-living community), and everyone’sfilledwithwarmthandbeer.Butwhena freak bout of amnesia strikes the trailer park neighborlyloveisputtothetest.Acat-fightin’,sun-worshippin’, chair-throwin’ good time-—but with tinsel and Keg Nog. Auditions: Oct. 4, 2015 / On Sale: Nov. 3, 2015

▶RUNS Dec. 4–20Music and Lyrics by David Nehls. Book by Betsy Kelso. Produced by special arrangement with Dramatist Play Service.

The Whipping Man

It is Passover, 1865. The Civil War has just ended and the annual celebration of freedom from bondage is being observed in Jewish homes. One of them belonging to the DeLeons sits in ruins. ConfederateofficerCalebDeLeonhasreturnedfromthewartofindhisfamilymissingandonlytwoformer slaves remaining. Caleb is badly wounded and the two men, Simon and John, are forced to care for him. As the three men wait for the family’s return, they wrestle with their shared past as master and slave, digging up long-buried family secrets as well as new ones. How does slavery and war change a man’s soul? Auditions: April 24, 2016 On Sale: May 10, 2016

June 10–18

Provocative. new drama.By Mathew Lopez. Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French Play Service.

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Adultshows

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adult programming Helen Hocker Theater

The Old People are Revolting

The Old People Are Revolting! is a hilarious comedy about seniors seeking revenge at Sunshine Retirement Village. Fed up with being ignored and relegated to the sidelines of life, they’ve decided to prove to the world just how dangerous seniors can be! Bursting with eccentric characters and crazy shenanigans, the play is great fun. Auditions: August 9, 2016 On Sale: August 28, 2015.Devon Williamson’s plays are represented in the USA by ComedyPlays.Net.

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seniors. gone wild.

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Clybourne Park

Clybourne Park explodes in two outrageousactssetfiftyyearsapart. Act One takes place in 1959, as nervous community leaders anxiously try to stop the sale of a home to a black family. Act Two is set in the same house in the present day, as the now predominantly African-American neighborhood battles to hold its ground in the face of gentrification. Auditions: Dec. 13, 2015 / On Sale: Jan. 8, 2016.A Powerful Drama by Bruce Norris. Produced by special arrangement with Dramatist Play Service.

▶RUNS Jan. 29–Feb.6

powerful.generational.

Bonnie and Clyde

At the height of the Great Depression, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow went from two small-town nobodies to America’s most renowned folk heroes and the law’s worst nightmares. Fearless, shameless, and alluring, the Tony-nominated musical is the electrifying story of love, adventure and crime that captured the attention of an entire country. Auditions: Feb. 27 & 28, 2016 / On Sale: April 1, 2016.A Fresh New Musical with a Bang of a Score!Music by Frank Wildhorn. Lyrics by Don Black Book by Ivan Menchell. Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service.

▶RUNS April 22–May7

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performance companies

The Senior ClassIMPROVISATIONAL COMEDY BY SENIOR CITIZENSOur senior improv company is made up entirely of 55+ year old actors fromourcommunity.Theydefinelifeinthegoldenyearsasaterrificallyfun-filledtrip!Jan. 31, 2016March 13, 2016April 24, 2016

Project Terror Project Halloween

PROJECT TERROR:Oct. 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 & 31

7 pm–MidnightPROJECT HALLOWEEN:

October 17, 24, 31 10am-5pmOctober 18, 23, 25 1-5pm

Halloween by Helen Hocker TheaterHelen Hocker Theater brings back its popular haunted house experiences

for a rousing Halloween thrill! Project Halloween is delightfully spooky

(but not very scary) for youngsters; Project Terror is thrillingly terrifying from beginning to end for adults. Tickets will

be on sale at the door: $5 for Project Halloween and $15 for Project Terror.

Laugh Lines IMPROVISATIONAL COMEDY COMPANYFormerly known as Laughing Matters, Laugh Lines improv comedy shows pack the house and perform comedy sketches and games based on audience suggestions. You won’t want to miss a single exciting evening with this troupe of comics that have become a Topeka tradition!

Nov. 13 & 14, 2015Jan. 1 & 2, 2016Feb. 12 & 13, 2016 (with special late night show)

April 1 & 2, 2016May 6 & 7, 2016Aug. 19 & 20, 2016

* Laugh Lines humor not suitable for all audiences.

The Freshman ClassG-RATED COMEDY BY TEENSAn all-youth version of Laugh Lines, The Freshman Class perform family-friendly improv comedy. Kids love shouting out suggestions from the audience, and adults enjoy the quick wit of our actors.

Sept. 19, 2015Oct. 24, 2015Jan. 30, 2016

March 12, 2016April 16, 2016

The WTCT Radio PlayersCELEBRATING THE RADIO PLAYS OF THE 30S, 40S, AND 50STake a trip to yesteryear and enjoy radio favorites including The Lone Ranger, Gunsmoke, The Shadow, and a host of other favorites recreated by veteran actors who were thrilled by these stories when they were new!Oct. 25, 2015March 20, 2016Aug. 20, 2016

In October, come out to HHT in Gage Park for a frightfully good time!

Diary of a Worm, Spider and Fly

(TYA)Adults Performing for Youth A new musical based on the books by Doreen Cronin. Book, music and lyrics by Joan Cushing. Produced by special arrangement with Susan Gurman Agency, LLC.

Is Spider getting too big for hisownskin?WillFlyfindhersuperhero powers? Will Worm learn to stand on his own two feet...even though he doesn’t have feet? Take a look at the world from a bug’s perspective in this new musical which captures all the droll humor and whimsy of the wildly popular books. Auditions: Sept. 27, 2015 On Sale: Oct. 6, 2015

Adults Performing for Youth (TYA)Book by Gregory Crafts. Music and lyrics by Michael Gordon Shapiro. Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French Play Service, Inc.

Action! Adventure! Romance! Ninja Koalas!All this and more in this brand new children’s musical from rising L.A. playwright Gregory Crafts and composer Michael Gordon Shapiro.Auditions: March 5 & 6, 2016 On Sale: March 29, 2016

The Monster Under the BedOct. 2 - 11

When Ben swaps places with the under-bed monster, his life and school are turned inside out and upside down. A funny and thrilling play for children about friendship and facing your fears.Auditions: Aug. 17, 2015 On Sale: Sept. 1, 2015

TCT Academy TheatreA Royally lovable New Comedy by Kristen Walter. Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French Play Service.

InthekingdomofMiddlefield,onaprincess’ 16th birthday, she is tied to a rock, kidnapped by a dragon, rescued by a prince and lives happily ever after. But what happens when the prince istooafraidtofightandtheprincesswants to do the rescuing by herself? Adapted from the story by Edith Nesbit, this is a story of bravery, intelligence and friendship. Auditions: Jan. 5 & 6, 2016 On Sale: Jan. 12, 2016

TCT Academy TheatreMusic by Charles Strouse /Lyrics by Martin Charnin. Book by Thomas Meehan. Based on Little Orphan Annie by permission of The Media Tribune Services, Inc. Produced by special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

The lovable musical featuring everyone’s favorite orphan.Auditions: June 1, 2016 On Sale: June 28, 2016

TCT Academy TheatreThe Adventurous Kids Musical. Book by Linda Daugherty.Music and Lyrics by Nick Martin. Based on the book by Judy Schnachner. Produced by special arrangement with Linda Daugherty and Nick Martin.

An adventurous kids musical based on the book by Judy Schachner, this enchanting musical is about unleashing your powerful imagination and following your dreams. Auditions: Feb. 1, 2016 On Sale: March 1, 2016

Topeka Civic THeatre

Nov. 6–15

Youth theatre ▶

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the Last of the Dragons

Feb. 12–21▶

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Super Sidekick The Musical

April 29–MaY 7

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SKIPPYJON JONES

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ANNIE, JR.

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TCT Academy TheatreA Creepy-Fun Comedy by Kevin Dyer. Produced in Special Arrangement with Plays for Young Audiences.

Helen Hocker Theater

Bath House Players (Ages 14-18)A Celebrated American Musical. Book by Michael Stewart. Music by Charles Strouse. Lyrics by Lee Adams. Originally Produced by Edward Padula. Produced by special arrangement with Tams-Witmark Music Library.

One of the most captivating musicals of our time. It is a satire crafted with the fondest affection telling the story of a rock ‘n roll singer who is about to be inducted into the army. Auditions: March 27, 2016 On Sale: July 1, 2016.

Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!

All Youth Show (Ages 6 - 18)A comedy by Allison Gregory. Based on the book Junie B., First Grader, Jingle Bells, Batman Smells! (P.S. So Does May) by Barbara Park. Produced by special arrangement with Playscripts Inc.

Junie B. Jones, 1st grader, is super-excited about the upcoming Holiday sing-along and Secret Santa gift exchange at school. Too bad tattletale May keeps ruining all of her fun. So when she picks May as her Secret Santa, she hatches the perfect redemption in a hilarious and endearing tale based on the Barbara Park book. Auditions: Oct. 26, 2015 / On Sale: Nov. 20, 2015

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Disney’s Aristocats KidsMarch 11–20

Topeka Youth Players (Ages 10 - 13)Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman and Al Rinker and Floyd Huddleston. Music Adapted and Arranged and Additional Music and Lyrics by Bryan Louiselle. Book Adapted and Additional Lyrics by Michael Bernard. Based on the 1970 Disney Film The Aristocats. Produced by special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

The feline adventure is sure to get you tapping your feet to the upbeat, jazz score that includes some of your Disney favorites. Based on the Disney film.Auditions: Jan. 18, 2016 On Sale: Feb. 19, 2016

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Bath House Players (Ages 14-18)A Classic Drama Based the Book by S.E. Hinton.Adapted by Christopher Sergel. Produced by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing.

A coming-of-age tale about the rivalry between the Greasers, a group of boys from a poorer community and the rich, high class Socs, through the point of view of Ponyboy, a 14-year-old Greaser.Auditions: May 26, 2016 On Sale: June 3, 2016.

the outsidersJune 17–26

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Bye Bye Birdie

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Brandon Aldridge, State Farm AgentBartlett & West

BNSF Railway FoundationBrewster

Brewster PlaceCapital City Bank

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Cox CommunicationsHall Commercial PrintingIn Memory of Kate HuettichIn Memory of Spenser Thomas GoodRev. Michael Jamison Unity ChurchLaw Firm of Newbery, Ungerer and Hickert LLP

McElroy’s Inc. & McElroy ElectricPenwell-Gabel Funeral Homes

Peoples Insurance GroupPolo Custom Products,

A Division of M-C IndustriesRoger & Karen Viola Family Foundation (TCF)

Susan & Darrell SchmitzSecurityBenefit

Jared & Emma StarkeyStifel Financial Services

Topeka Periodontics - Dr. Julie C. SwiftWestside Stamp & Awards

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