Act II Playhouse 2016-17 Season Brochure

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PLAYHOUSE

2016 - 17 SEASON


PLAYHOUSE


THIS SEASON IN AMBLER Electile Dysfunction

Mauritius Oct. 25 - Nov. 20, 2016

Dec. 6 - 24, 2016

Sept. 6 - Oct. 2, 2016

I Will Not Go Gently Jan. 10 - 29, 2017

This Wonderful Life

Tomfoolery Feb. 28 - Mar. 26, 2017

Neil Simon’s Brighton Beach Memoirs May 16 - June 11, 2017

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ELECTILE DYSFUNCTION

September 6-October 2, 2016 Just in time for the 2016 election! Tony, Will, and Tracie combine presidential impressions, man-on-the-street interviews, and more in a bid for your vote laughs.

Written by Tony Braithwaite, Will Dennis, Tracie Higgins, and Patrick Romano Starring Tony Braithwaite, Will Dennis, and Tracie Higgins


October 25-November 20, 2016

MAURITIUS by Theresa Rebeck

directed by David Bradley

From a writer of Law and Order: Criminal Intent and NYPD Blue comes an exciting new crime drama. “Gripping, entertaining" says The Hollywood Reporter.


December 6-24, 2016

by Steve Murray A hilarious one-man version of the classic, heartwarming movie, starring Tony Braithwaite as all of the residents of Bedford Falls.


January 10-29, 2017 A rock ‘n’ roll queen returns for her crown in this one-woman show from Jennifer Childs, Tony’s partner in On the Road Again and Let's Pretend We're Married. This play with music tells the story of rock icon Sierra Mist, along with a cast of colorful characters, as she attempts to revisit her glory days.

written by and starring Jennifer Childs directed by Harriet Power

I WIL L NOT GO GENTLY A rock 'n ' roll queen retu rns for her crown


February 28-March 26, 2017

A revue of the witty, wicked and thoroughly twisted world of famed satirical songwriter Tom Lehrer. Songs include Poisoning Pigeons in the Park and We Will All Go Together When We Go.

music and lyrics by Tom Lehrer adapted by Cameron Mackintosh and Robin Ray musical arrangements by Robert Fisher and Chris Walker


May 16-June 11, 2017

by Neil Simon Neil Simon’s valentine to his family is his “funniest, richest” (New York Daily News). The story centers around 14-year-old Eugene Morris Jerome, as he tries to deal with his neurotic family, his uncomfortable crushes, and his love for baseball.


"Thoroughly original and gut-laugh-inducing" -NEWSWORKS/WHYY

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KIDS!

and the Case of the Horrible Holly Heist

December 2016 An all-new show for kids and their families, mixing mystery and comedy. When the magical holly gets stolen, Christmas is threatened. Mrs. Claus calls upon Murray the Elf ... but he'll need your help to solve the case!

by Bill D'Agostino starring Will Dennis and Andy Shaw


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Did you know Act II offers classes for kids and adults in acting, improv, stand-up, and more? Instructors include some of the same actors who perform in our shows. Classes take place in the fall, spring, and winter. Sign up for our mailing list on our web site to get alerted to the latest schedules. And sign up early ... most classes sell out!

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Seniors (65+) Take $3 Off! (Per Subscription)

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Seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note special seating requests on your order form or call the Box Office at 215.654.0200


SUBSCRIBER BENEFITS Special subscriber discounts on other special events throughout the season (cabarets, children’s shows, comedy nights or other surprise happenings)

Pay No Fees! Free ticket exchanges (upgrade fees apply for more expensive performances)

$3 off any additional tickets

Get 10% off at these restaurants in Ambler: - Bridget's Steakhouse - From the Boot - KC’s Alley - Saffron Indian Restaurant - Sweet Briar Cafe - Trax Restaurant & Café

To subscribe, fill out the form on the back, visit act2.org, or call 215-654-0200


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PHOTOS & ART CREDITS Cover: Carla Belver and Brian Anthony Wilson in Driving Miss Daisy. Photo by Bill D’Agostino. Elena Camp, Tracie Higgins, and Jeffrey Coon in Forbidden Broadway’s Greatest Hits. Photo by Mark Garvin. Susan Riley Stevens and Tony Braithwaite in According to Goldman. Photo by Bill D’Agostino. P2: The cast of The Fox on the Fairway. Photo by Bill D'Agostino. Andy Shaw and Eileen Cella in Sleeping Handsome. Photo by Bill D'Agostino. Jennifer Childs and Tony Braithwaite in On the Road Again. Photo by plate3.com. P4: Tony Braithwaite, Tracie Higgins, and Will Dennis in Electile Dysfunction. Photo by Mark Garvin. P6: Tony Braithwaite in This Wonderful Life. Photo by Mark Garvin. Illustration by Richard Wambach. P7: Jennifer Childs in I Will Not Go Gently. Photo by John Flak. Art Direction by Tyler Melchoir. P10: Will Dennis and Andy Shaw in Murray the Elf and the Case of the Gruesome Gumdrops. Photo by Bill D’Agostino P12: Tracie Higgins in Forbidden Broadway’s Greatest Hits. Photo by Mark Garvin. Will Dennis in The Fox on the Fairway. Photo by Mark Garvin. Luke Brahdt and Tony Braithwaite in According to Goldman. Photo by Bill D’Agostino. P13: Elena Camp, Tracie Higgins, and Jeffrey Coon in Forbidden Broadway’s Greatest Hits. Photo by Mark Garvin. Brian Anthony Wilson and Carla Belver in Driving Miss Daisy. Photo by Bill D’Agostino. P14: April Woodall and Sonny Leo in Behind the Music: Holiday Tunes. Photo by Bill D’Agostino. Back Cover: Tracie Higgins, Tony Braithwaite, and Jeffrey Coon in Forbidden Broadway’s Greatest Hits. Photo by Mark Garvin. Sonny Leo in Behind the Music: Holiday Tunes. Photo by Bill D’Agostino. Brochure design: Social Impact Studios

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