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The Unnoticed heroes of

MAMMA MIA!

If you notice them, swings aren’t doing their job

By Kathy Janich

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Rae and Myers are two of the touring show’s four swings. They go on when an ensemble member is sick, injured, on vacation or taking a personal day.

This can happen once a week, eight times a week or even in the middle of a show. It can get really complicated.

And it has its own vocabulary.

“Standbys” are there to cover one specific role, usually the lead. In the case of Mamma Mia!, a character like Donna Sheridan, owner of the Greek taverna and mother of Sophie.

“Understudies” back up several roles, usually principals who have lines, scenes, songs and dances.

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member takes throughout the course of a show. Rae, who is also Mamma Mia!’s dance captain, covers seven female tracks; Myers covers eight male tracks. “Covering” means going on for another performer, knowing exactly what that actor does throughout the show and being able to carry it off as seamlessly as possible. It means knowing how to move onstage so you don’t bump into people, where you’re positioned in a dance number and what vocal part you must sing.

Sometimes swings know months in advance that they’ll be going on, sometimes it’s mid-show, so they are always at the theater during a performance.

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ou’ll never see their names above the title, or in lights on the marquee. But without performers like Kyli Rae and Christopher Hudson Myers, Mamma Mia! wouldn’t go on.

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Both Rae and Myers have been with Mamma Mia! for about a year and admit that most theatergoers don’t know what a swing does or that the job even exists.

Each has their own method to the madness, and each came to Mamma Mia in a different way.

Rae, who’s from Los Angeles, began dancing at age 6 and doing TV commercials by age 8. She went to high school with Broadway regular and “Glee” actor Matthew Morrison. She has danced with the Joffrey Ballet and played Marty in the 1999 international tour of Grease. She auditioned for Broadway’s Mamma Mia! years ago and always got a callback but never a job.

Until now. She calls that “ironic.”

Myers, who’s from Fort Worth, Texas, got his swing feet wet at Hersheypark, the theme park in Hershey, Penn., but he’d been doing theater since age 7,

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Like I said, it can get complicated.

Myers relates this story: He was in one night for an actor covering one of the dad roles. Then, toward the end of Act 1, the actor playing Pepper pulled a back muscle and couldn’t continue. At intermission, Myers switched to the “Pepper track.”

The other male swing, who was already covering one ensemble track, had to pick up a second track as well.

The goal: To keep the show as intact as possible. If the audience notices you, you’re not doing your job, says Rae. “There are definitely nights where, in the middle of a number, your brain goes up in smoke and for half a second, you don’t know where you’re going,” Myers says, with a good-natured laugh.

“Audiences rarely notice, even though you’ve had a split second of panic. It’s really challenging, but it’s also what I like about being a swing.”

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a swing, you will fail sometimes,” she says. “You will mess up, you will have epic failures.”

It’s all part of the gig.

“It is a hard job,” Myers says, a grin in his voice, “but it’s really, really fun.”

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including a stint as the littlest Lost Boy in a Cathy Rigby Peter Pan. “I pretty much fell in love with theater and wanted to do it the rest of my life,” he says unabashedly. He met his wifeto-be, Rachel MacIsaac, at Hersheypark.

They spent three years entertaining on Holland American cruise ships, and then moved to New York. She, incidentally, joins the Mamma Mia! tour with this stop in Atlanta as – what else? – a female swing.

Yes, Myers admits, the entire family is crazy.

He does his job by keeping his tracks compartmentalized and taking good notes on a computer that is his ever-present backstage companion.

Rae has a “bible” in which everything that’s staged for the show is charted on paper. She has a sheet for each of the seven tracks she covers. Each track has a specific traffic pattern and as many details as possible to help her get where she must be onstage without running into anybody. When not in a particular show, she often sits backstage with her head in this “bible” or watches the track of someone she hasn’t gone in for in a while.

Both admit it’s challenging.

A good swing, Myers says, has to be able to pay attention to details. “And you have to be able to learn at a very quick rate. And then you have to remember stuff and categorize it. You have to have a pretty organized brain and then be a chameleon.”

To that Rae would add the ability to recover quickly, and with grace. “As

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cast (in order of speaking)

Sophie Sheridan............................................................................ Chloe Tucker Ali..........................................................................................Stephanie Barnum Lisa...................................................................................Elena Marisa Flores Tanya...............................................................................................Alison Ewing Rosie.......................................................................................... Mary Callanan Donna Sheridan......................................................................... Kaye Tuckerman Sky............................................................................................. Happy Mahaney Pepper....................................................................................... Ethan Le Phong Eddie............................................................................ James Michael Lambert Harry Bright........................................................................................ Paul DeBoy Bill Austin........................................................................John-Michael Zuerlein Sam Carmichael.......................................................................Christian Whelan Father Alexandrios..................................................................... Brian Ray Norris The ensemble

Jeff Applegate, Justin Berkobien, Julius Chase, HANNAH ELLESS, Eileen Faxas, Thomasina E. Gross, Carole Denise Jones, Marlene Martinez, BENJAMIN J. McHugh, Brian Ray Norris, Merrill Peiffer, Christopher Sergeeff, Jennifer Swiderski, Travis Taber Understudies For Sophie Sheridan — Stephanie Barnum, Hannah Elless; for Ali — Thomasina E. Gross, Hannah Elless; for Lisa — Carole Denise Jones, Marlene Martinez; for Tanya — Merrill Peiffer, Jennifer Swiderski; for Rosie — Eileen Faxas, Jennifer Swiderski; for Donna Sheridan — Eileen Faxas, Merrill Peiffer; for Sky — Justin Berkobien, Travis Taber; for Pepper — Julius Chase, Christopher Hudson Myers, Christopher Sergeeff; for Eddie — Julius Chase, Christopher Sergeeff; for Harry Bright — Jeff Applegate, Brian Ray Norris; for Bill Austin — Benjamin J. McHugh, Brian Ray Norris; for Sam Carmichael — Jeff Applegate, Benjamin J. McHugh; for Father Alexandrios — Jeff Applegate, Benjamin J. McHugh

Swings RACHEL MACISAAC, Christopher Hudson Myers, TERA-LEE POLLIN, Troy Woodcroft Dance Captain — Christopher Hudson Myers

The Band Music Director/Keyboard 1 — Bill Congdon Associate Music Director/Keyboard 2 — Lauren McGee Guitar 1 — Andrew Zinsmeister Guitar 2 — Darren Lucas Electric Bass — Michael Epperhart Drums — Joshua Priest Music Coordinator — Talitha Fehr/TL Music International Ltd. Actors and stage managers are members of Actors’ Equity Association.

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Kaye Tuckerman

Chloe Tucker

Mary Callanan

John-Michael Zuerlein

Happy Mahaney

Stephanie Barnum

Jeff Applegate

Justin Berkobien

Julius Chase

HANNAH ELLESS

Eileen Faxas

Thomasina E. Gross

Carole Denise Jones

Rachel MacIsaac

Marlene Martinez

BENJAMIN J. McHugh

Christopher Hudson Myers

Brian Ray Norris

Merrill Peiffer

TERA-LEE POLLIN

Christopher Sergeeff

Jennifer Swiderski

Travis Taber

Troy Woodcroft

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Alison Ewing

Paul DeBoy

Elena Marisa James Michael Flores Lambert

Christian Whelan

Ethan Le phong

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MUSICAL NUMBERS (in alphabetical order) Chiquitita Dancing Queen Does Your Mother Know Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!

Honey, Honey I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do, I Do I Have A Dream Knowing Me, Knowing You Lay All Your Love On Me Mamma Mia Money, Money, Money One Of Us Our Last Summer Slipping Through My Fingers S.O.S. Super Trouper Take A Chance On Me Thank You For The Music The Name Of The Game The Winner Takes It All Under Attack Voulez-vous On a Greek Island, a wedding is about to take place... prologue Three months before the wedding Act One The day before the wedding Act Two The day of the wedding T he use of any recording device, either audio or video, and the taking of photographs, either with or without flash, is strictly prohibited.

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who’s who Kaye Tuckerman (Donna Sheridan).

Originally from Sydney, Australia. Theatre: Les Misérables, South Pacific, Jesus Christ Superstar, Boy From Oz (world premiere), Sunset Boulevard, Wild Party, John & Jen, Closer than Ever, Take Flight.

Cabaret: Numerous awards for Man-eater, Stalker, Siren, The Chanteuse - Absinthe at Spiegelworld, New York/Miami. Film: Matrix Reloaded/Revolutions. Recordings: Siren, Absinthe. www.kayetuckerman.com.

Chloe Tucker (Sophie Sheridan).

A graduate of the Hamilton Academy School of Music in Los Angeles, she also attended The Boston Conservatory. She would like to thank Eric Woodall for giving her this opportunity, Diane Feldman and Rich Schraier for always being her guiding lights and most importantly, her parents who never stopped believing.

Mary Callanan (Rosie). National: The Sound of Music (Frau Schmidt/Nun), Big (Mrs. Baskin), Damn Yankees (Sister), Cinderella (Queen). Regional: Great American Trailer Park Musical (Lin), Sophie Tucker (Sophie), Sweeney Todd (Lovett), Les Misérables (Mme. Thenardier), Bat Boy (Rev. Hightower), Late Nite Catechism (Sister), Follies (Hattie). www. marycallanan.com.

Alison Ewing (Tanya) played Lulu in Cabaret in the Broadway, touring and Paris productions. Other favorites: …Putnam County Spelling Bee at San Jose Rep, Emma, Ain’t Nothin’ But the Blues and Harold & Maude at TheatreWorks. Alison is also a voice-over artist for radio and video games. Love to Keith and Buddy!

Paul DeBoy (Harry Bright). Favorite roles: Higgins in My Fair Lady, Henry in The Real Thing (Pioneer), Hannay in The 39 Steps (Repertory Theatre of St. Louis), Cliff in Cabaret (Meadow Brook), Nick in

Sight Unseen and Nasty/Interesting Man in Sarah Ruhl’s Eurydice for Second Stage.

TV: “Law & Order” and “Law & Order: CI.” Christian Whelan (Sam Carmichael).

Tours: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (Lawrence), Aida (Zoser), Ragtime (Conklin), Little House on the Prairie (Brewster). Off-B’way/ NYC/Regional: Disney’s The Little Mermaid (Triton), Ministry of Progress, Utah!

(Hamblin), 110 in the Shade (Starbuck).

Television and film: “General Hospital,” “Guiding Light,” “All My Children,” “Dellaventura,” “Baywatch,” “Skindeep,” “Outlaws,” Angel Town, Tomcats, Celebrity. www.christianwhelan.com.

John-Michael Zuerlein (Bill Austin).

Midwestern boy from Omaha, Neb! Regional: Forbidden Broadway; The Secret Garden; A Tuna Christmas; Smokey Joe’s Café; Forever Plaid; tick, tick…

BOOM!; Falsettos; Winesburg, Ohio; Love!

Valour! Compassion!; Candide. Dedicated to my sister, Deb, who was my biggest fan and taught me that you should always do what you love! Visit www. jmznyc.com.

Happy Mahaney (Sky). Regional: All Shook Up (Chad), Joseph…Dreamcoat (Joseph), Cabaret (Emcee), and Footloose (Willard). Television: “Rules of Engagement,” “Living With Fran,” and “Barbershop.”

Thanks to Denny and Dolores. Love to Mom and Dad. Visit happymahaney.com. !

Stephanie Barnum (Ali, u/s Sophie Sheridan) is thrilled to join the cast of Mamma Mia! National tour: Evita (Mistress). Regional: Les Misérables (Cosette). Other credits: Urinetown (Hope Cladwell), Parade (Iola Stover). Graduate of NYU Vocal Performance. Love to Mom, Dad and Jackie.

Elena Marisa Flores (Lisa). A proud small-town girl from Martinsville, Atlanta’s Performing Arts Publication 23

who’s who Ind. Ball State University grad. Favorite credits: Hair (Ronny), Nunsense (Robert Anne), House on Mango Street (u/s). “I’d be nothing without my family, MLB, CG & BSU!” James Michael Lambert (Eddie).

Last seen nationally in Happy Days (Ralph Malph) with world-renownd director Garry Marshall and Oscar-winning composer Paul Williams. Film/TV: Emmy-winning “Mad Men” (AMC), “Lights.” (PBS).

Graduate UCLA TFT. <3 2: M, D, GM, AF, CL, MW, J&M, & TIGGS! Ethan Le phong (Pepper). Credits: SMC’s Joseph (Benjamin); East West Player’s Pippin (Pippin); Hollywood Bowl’s Les Mis and Rent; WWRY (original cast recording); Royal Albert Hall’s The King & I (Lun Tha); Naked Boys Singing (movie); HBO’s “Little Britain USA.”

HANNAH ELLESS (Ensemble, u/s Sophie, u/s Ali). Favorite NYC: V-Day (NYMF), The Giver (NAMT), Beautiful Disaster w/Leslie Kritzer. Favorite regional: Baby (Lizzie), Gertrude McFuzz (Gertrude), Hamlet (Ophelia). BFA in music theater from Western Michigan University. Xoxo to my big Midwest family, and Steve.

Eileen Faxas (Ensemble, u/s for Donna Sheridan, u/s Rosie). As a TV reporter, Eileen won three Emmys before running away to join the musical theatre circus. Favorite credits: Drowsy Chaperone (Drowsy), Wizard of Oz (Wicked Witch). My deepest thanks to all who believed! EileenFaxas.com.

Thomasina E. Gross (Ensemble, u/s Ali) is thrilled to join the Mamma Mia! family. Baldwin Wallace Conservatory alum, SAG/AEA. Credits: “Glee,” Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel, Hair (Europe). Thanks: THOR and Tara Rubin Casting. Love to my fam and friends!

G.I.G! All other ground is sinking sand…

Jeff Applegate (Ensemble, u/s Harry Bright, u/s Sam Carmichael, u/s Father Alexandrios). Tour: West Side Story (u/s Tony). Regional: Pioneer Theatre (West Side Story, Tony), Pennsylvania Center Stage (Lend Me a Tenor), Meadowbrook Theatre (The Rocky Horror Show). Film: The Good Shepherd; Englishman in New York; Veronika Decides to Die.

Carole Denise Jones (Ensemble, u/s Lisa) was born in Virginia and studied musical theater at James Madison University. National tours: Whistle Down the Wind (Candy). Regional: Aida (Aida), Dreamgirls (Michelle Morris).

JUSTIN BERKOBIEN (Ensemble, u/s Sky).

Regional favorites: The Buddy Holly Story (Buddy), Fiddler on the Roof (Perchik), Married Alive (Paul). Penned awardwinning drama American Son. Thanks to Gray Talent, Tara Rubin Casting. Happy husband, proud father.

RACHEL MACISAAC (Swing) is ecstatic to be touring with Mamma Mia! BFA from UArts. Some favorite shows: A Chorus Line (Cassie), Les Mis, Wedding Singer, HSM (Sharpay), West Side (Consuelo).

“Thanx to Mom, Dad, Christopher and Mamma Mia! Family!!!”

Julius Chase (Ensemble, u/s Eddie, u/s Pepper). Laissez les bon temp rouler!

Julius is a proud native of New Orleans, La. and recent CCM graduate (2010).

Many thanks to TRC, Stewart, friends, fam and mentors! Dare to Dream. Tours: Disney’s High School Musical.

Marlene Martinez (Ensemble, u/s Ali, u/s Lisa) has performed with Deborah Gibson, Gladys Knight, Kristen Chenoweth, the Doobie Brothers and Chicago. Film: A Single Man. B.F.A in musical theatre from CSUF. Thank you to my family for their endless love and support!

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who’s who BENJAMIN J. McHugh (Ensemble, u/s Bill Austin, u/s Sam Carmichael, u/s Father Alexandrios). Hairspray (Corny Collins).

International: The Producers (Lead Tenor), Grease (Vince), Shout! The Musical of the Wild One (Deltone). Regional: Jekyll & Hyde (Savage/Spider/J&H u/s). Benjamin is thrilled to join the Mamma Mia! family! www.benjaminjmchugh.com.

Christopher Hudson Myers (Dance Captain, Swing, u/s Pepper). N.Y./ Regional: Les Misérables (Marius), Altar Boyz (Abraham), Gay Bride of Frankenstein (Hairy), Cabaret (Emcee), The Wedding Singer (Robbie). Thanks to Rachel, my family, AEA, Tara Rubin Casting and ABBA! Brian Ray Norris (Ensemble, u/s Harry Bright, u/s Bill Austin). Credits include: Annie at North Carolina Theater as Bert Healy, Sweeney Todd at Casa Manana as Beadle Bamford and featured roles in The Full Monty at Paper Mill Playhouse. Other favorite roles: Roger/Grease, Mr. Collins/ Pride & Prejudice.

Merrill Peiffer (Ensemble, u/s Tanya, u/s Donna Sheridan). Favorite credits: Magenta in The Rocky Horror Show, Doatsey Mae in The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, and Acid Queen in The Who’s Tommy. For her parents and special boys — thanks for adding laughter and love to my life.

TERA-LEE POLLIN (Swing). Broadway: Hot Feet (Kalimba u/s), Urban Cowboy (Candi Cane). Other credits: Spamalot National Tour, The Wiz (La Jolla Playhouse), Swing!

Film: The Smurfs Movie, Dark Horse, Old Dogs TV: “Saturday Night Live,” “Disney Fairytale Weddings.”

Christopher Sergeeff (Ensemble, u/s Pepper, u/s Eddie). Recent: West Side Story (Chino) at Atlanta TOTS 2007; Carnival at The Kennedy Center; Hello, Dolly! at Ogunquit 26 EncoreAtlantA.com

Playhouse, starring Sally Struthers; Beauty and the Beast at the Ordway Center. Personal favorite: dead guy on “Law & Order” with Jerry Orbach.

Jennifer Swiderski (Ensemble, u/s Tanya, u/s Rosie) Favorites: The Drowsy Chaperone (first national tour, performed title role). …Spelling Bee (Rona), The Full Monty (Vicki), South Pacific (Nellie), Sisters of Swing (Patty — Best Actress Carbonell nomination). Big Gratitude to Loved Ones! www.jenniferswiderski.com.

Travis Taber (Ensemble, u/s Sky). OffB’way: For Lovers Only, Promenade (Legacy Series). Regional: I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change as both Man 1 and Man 2.

(Westchester Broadway), Oliver! (White Plains Performing Arts Center). Thank you to my awesome family. Col 3:23.

Troy Woodcroft (Swing). Baz Luhrmann’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Original Australian cast/recordings of Rent (Mark u/s), Beauty and the Beast (Young Prince).

International/U.S. tours of Cats (Mungojerri/ Tugger). West Side Story (Snow Boy), Oliver, Chess, Peter Pan in Pan. B.J. FORMAN (Production Stage Manager).

Broadway: Avenue Q, 42nd Street. OffBroadway: Jewtopia, Confessions of a Mormon Boy, The Musical of Musicals, Pirates of Penzance, The Rink. National/ international tours: Grease, 42nd Street, Man of La Mancha, Joseph…Dreamcoat, Phantom of the Opera. Proud member of Actors’ Equity Association. As always, love to Mark.

TINA R. PERRUCCI (Stage Manager) is thrilled to join the company of Mamma Mia! International tours include: Grease, Fame, Porgy & Bess and Sophisticated Ladies. Favorite Regional/B’way Workshops include: Big River and Brooklyn. www. tinaperrucci.com.

who’s who Matt Schreiber (Assistant Stage Manager). Broadway: In the Heights and Avenue Q. National tour: In the Heights.

Matt also performed the roles of Nicky/ Trekkie Monster in the Broadway cast of Avenue Q. JUDY CRAYMER (Producer) graduated from the Guildhall School of Music in 1977 and has since worked extensively in the theatre, film, television and music industries. She worked as a stage manager for the Haymarket Theatre in Leicester, the Old Vic Theatre, London, and on the original production of Cats for Cameron Mackintosh and the Really Useful Theatre Company. In 1984, Judy became the managing director of Three Knights Ltd, formed by Benny Andersson, Tim Rice and Björn Ulvaeus and was the executive producer for the West End production of Chess at the Prince Edward Theatre. In 1987, Judy decided to pursue a career in film and television and produced and developed television drama and comedy.

The idea of Mamma Mia! originated with Judy who, in 1996, formed Littlestar Services Limited with Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus and Richard East to produce the stage musical. She is the producer of Mamma Mia! and has produced 25 productions around the world. In 2002, Judy was presented with a Woman of the Year Award in recognition for her international success with Mamma Mia! The same year the show was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Musical. In the Queen’s birthday honors list of 2007, she was honored with an MBE for her contribution to the music industry. Judy produced Mamma Mia! the Movie, starring Meryl Streep and Pierce Brosnan, which became the highest–grossing musical film worldwide. In 2008 Judy was honored with the Women in Film ITV Achievement of the Year Award. Mamma Mia! the Movie

was also nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy, a BAFTA for Outstanding British film and Judy was personally nominated

by BAFTA for the Carl Foreman Award for Special Achievement. Judy is producing Viva Forever, a musical based on the songs of the Spice Girls.

RICHARD EAST (Producer). Born in Australia. A fine arts graduate of the Victorian College of the Arts, Melbourne, Australia, in 1977, Richard has worked in the entertainment industry for 24 years in Australia, London and the United States in various capacities including promoter, producer and artist manager. He is a peer of the Australia Council. Richard has been involved in Mamma Mia! from its inception.

BJöRN KRISTIAN ULVAEUS (Music & Lyrics) was born in Gothenburg on April 25, 1945. Member of Hootenanny Singers, one of Sweden’s most popular groups of the 1960s. Met Benny Andersson, member of the Hep Stars, in 1966. In 1970 the pair started releasing records as a duo and staged a cabaret show together with their fiancées, Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. Björn and Agnetha were married July 6, 1971. Björn and Benny collaborated on the musical Chess with lyricist Tim Rice in 1983, opening in May 1986 in London’s West End, on Broadway in 1988, and a reworked version in Stockholm in 2002. Wrote Kristina From Duvemåla, opening in October 1995 and ran for three years. Involved heavily in the staging of Mamma Mia!.

Göran Bror BENNY ANDERSSON (Music & Lyrics). Born 16 December 1946 in Stockholm. 1952 received accordion lessons from his father and grandfather.

1964–68 Hep Stars, Sweden’s most popular rock band in the 1960s. During Atlanta’s Performing Arts Publication 27

who’s who this time, he began composing music.

1972–82 ABBA. 1982–84 composed Chess (with Björn Ulvaeus). 1987 with Orsa Spelmän, recorded three albums deeply rooted in Swedish folk music. 2001, formed Benny Anderson’s Orchestra, resulting in three albums and several summer tours. 1990–95 Composed the music to Kristina From Duvemåla. 1995 received the title of professor from the Swedish government. 2007 inducted into in the Royal Swedish Academy of Music.

Appointed honorary doctor at Stockholm.

CATHERINE JOHNSON (Book). Theatre: Rag Doll, Renegades, Suspension, Too Much Too Young, Boys Mean Business, Dead Sheep, Little Baby Nothing, Shang-aLang and Mamma Mia!. Through the Wire, a musical for NT/Shell Connections.

Television: “Casualty,” “Byker Grove,” “Love Hurts,” “Gold,” “Linda Green.”

Original screenplays: Rag Doll, Where’s Willy? (HTV) and “Sin Bin” (BBC), series “Love in the 21st Century” (Channel 4), “Dappers” (BBC3). Awards: Bristol Old Vic/HTV Playwrighting Award, Thames Television’s Writer-in-Residence Award and Thames Television’s Best Play Award and nominated in 2002 for a Tony Award for Best Musical Book for Mamma Mia! Film: Wrote the screenplay for the Mamma Mia! movie released in July 2008.

PHYLLIDA LLOYD (Director). Film: Mamma Mia!, Gloriana a Film. London theatre: Six Degrees of Separation, Hysteria, Wild East (Royal Court), Mary Stuart (Donmar Warehouse, Apollo, Broadway), The Way of the World, Artists and Admirers, Mamma Mia! (London, Broadway and worldwide). Opera: The Handmaid’s Tale (Copenhagen, English National Opera and Toronto), The Carmelites, Verdi Requiem, Rhinegold, Valkyrie, Siegfried and Twilight 28 EncoreAtlantA.com

of the Gods (English National Opera). For Gloriana a Film, an international Emmy, a F.I.P.A. d’Or, and the Royal Philharmonic Society Award. South Bank Show Award for Mary Stuart and Peter Grimes. Tony Award nomination for Mary Stuart and honored by the Queen with a CBE for services to drama in 2009.

ANTHONY VAN LAAST MBE (Choreographer). Theatre: Sister Act, Bombay Dreams, Joseph…, Jesus Christ Superstar, Song & Dance, Hair. Shows: Mika, Kate Bush, Sarah Brightman, Barry Humphries, Michael Crawford, Siegfried and Roy. Film: Mamma Mia!, The Half-Blood Prince, Never Say Never Again, Excalibur, Hope and Glory. Awarded the MBE for Services to Dance and Choreography, 1999.

MARK THOMPSON (Production Designer).

National Theatre: Henry IV Parts 1 & 2, The Duchess of Malfi, Life x 3, The Wind in the Willows, The Madness of George III, Arcadia, Pericles, What the Butler Saw and The Day I Stood Still. Other work includes Bombay Dreams, The Lady in the Van, Follies, Doctor Dolittle and Blast! For the RSC: Much Ado About Nothing, The Comedy of Errors and The Unexpected Man. Opera includes: The Mikado (Lyric Chicago), Carmen (Paris), Macbeth (Met NYC), Peter Grimes (Opera North). Film: The Madness of King George (costume design).

HOWARD HARRISON (Lighting Designer).

Mary Poppins (London/Broadway/U.S. tour); Mamma Mia! (London/Broadway and worldwide); Macbeth (West End/ Broadway); Tom Stoppard’s Rock ’n’ Roll (Royal Court/West End/Broadway); Creditors (Donmar); Glengarry Glenn Ross, Love Song (West End). Opera and dance work includes Il Trovatore, Aida, I Masnadieri and Otello for the Royal Opera; The Merry Widow for ENO; Swan Lake and Romeo

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who’s who and Juliet for English National Ballet; and The Makropulos Case and Nabucco for the Metropolitan Opera, New York. Awarded the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Lighting Designer in 2008 for Macbeth.

Received Tony Award nominations for Mary Poppins and Macbeth on Broadway.

ANDREW BRUCE (Sound Designer) Appointed head of sound at the Royal Opera House in 1971. Co-founded Autograph Sound Recording. Associate designer credits: Evita, Cats and Starlight Express. Original design credits: Song and Dance, Abbacadabra, Little Me, Les Misérables, Chess, Follies, Into the Woods, The Card, Miss Saigon, Children of Eden, City of Angels, Martin Guerre, The Fix, The Witches of Eastwick, The Secret Garden, Alice in Wonderland, Mamma Mia!, Sweeney Todd, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Mary Poppins. Recent work: Seven Deadly Sins, Isadora and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland for The Royal Ballet.

BOBBY AITKEN (Sound Designer) has been involved with theatre sound for more than 20 years. London work includes Cyberjam, We Will Rock You, Blast!, Grease, Return to the Forbidden Planet, Pete Townsend’s The Iron Man, In the Midnight Hour, High Society, Time, Sweeney Todd, Bitter Sweet, Children of Eden, The Fix and Mamma Mia! U.K. regional work includes productions at Coventry Belgrade, Derby Playhouse, Sheffield Crucible, Manchester Royal Exchange, Watford Palace and Leicester Haymarket. RSC: The Beggar’s Opera and Bartholomew Fair. Opera: Carmen, Madame Butterfly, Tosca, Aida and La Bohème at the Royal Albert Hall.

MARTIN KOCH (Musical Supervisor, Additional Arrangements and Materials).

Musical supervisor: Billy Elliot, Les Misérables, Miss Saigon, Cats (London), 30 EncoreAtlantA.com

Oliver! (London), Martin Guerre (U.K. tour), Mamma Mia! (worldwide). Orche­stra­tions: Just So, Moby Dick, Tutankhamun, Which Witch, Mamma Mia! (Tony nomination, 2002), Jerry Springer The Opera. Many arrangements for international artists and orchestras. Koch & Gilpin: Martin started this music production company with long time friend and collaborator Nick Gilpin. They have been responsible for the production and composition of numerous TV programs and produced many albums, including Mamma Mia! (Grammy nomination, 2002) and Jerry Springer The Opera.

Martha Banta (Resident Director) directs Mamma Mia! Broadway and Tour. Founding artistic director of the Adirondack Theatre Festival and the Artistic Associate for New York Theatre Workshop. Credits: Directing new work at Lincoln Center, Soho Rep, Ensemble Studio Theatre, Cincinnati Playhouse, St. Louis Rep, Portland Center Stage, Pittsburgh Public Theatre; Rent; Playhouse Disney Live at Disney World.

David Holcenberg (Associate Music Supervisor). Broadway: Mamma Mia!, Seussical, Titanic, Show Boat. David also music directed Ragtime (U.S. premiere, L.A. Drama Critics Award; Distinguished Achievement in Musical Direction), Dessa Rose (Lincoln Center) and The Phantom of the Opera (Toronto). David’s show Bingo is playing around the country.

Janet Rothermel (Associate Chore­ og­rapher) supervises all North American companies of Mamma Mia! Broadway/ national tour credits include Joseph…

Dreamcoat, Beauty and the Beast. Janet was the Associate Choreographer for the Miss U.S.A./Universe Pageants and “The Carol Burnett Show.” Member of Actors’ Equity.

who’s who Bill Congdon (Music Director) has been with Mamma Mia! since 2004.

His many regional, stock and symphony orchestra credits include CPCC Summer Theatre, Charlotte Rep, Greensboro Symphony, Charlotte Symphony, North Carolina Symphony, Opera Carolina and the NC Ballet Theatre. He holds a B.M.E. from East Carolina University (N.C.), and both a masters of music and performer’s certificate from Eastman School of Music (N.Y.). Love to Dana.

TARA RUBiN CASTING (Casting). B’way/ tours: A Little Night Music, Billy Elliot (adult casting), Shrek, Guys and Dolls, The Country Girl, Rock ’n’ Roll (U.S. casting), The Farnsworth Invention, …

Young Frankenstein, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, My Fair Lady, Pirate Queen, Les Misérables, The History Boys (U.S. casting), Spamalot, Jersey Boys, …Spelling Bee, The Producers, The Phantom of the Opera, Good Vibrations, Bombay Dreams, Oklahoma!, Happiness, Flower Drum Song, Imaginary Friends, Metamorphoses, Frogs, Contact, Thou Shalt Not, Man of No Importance.

Yale Rep. DAVID GRINDROD ASSOCiATES (Casting).

Current London and other casting includes: Chicago, Mamma Mia! (worldwide), Love Never Dies, Shoes, Ghost, Shrek, The Wizard of Oz, Crazy For You. Associated with more than 15 Andrew Lloyd Webber productions.

Film: Dancer casting for Nine, directed

by Rob Marshall, ensemble casting for Mamma Mia!, directed by Phyllida Lloyd and The Phantom of the Opera, directed by Joel Schumacher. Television includes “Over the Rain” and “How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria.” David Grindrod Associates is a member of the Casting Directors Guild of Great Britain.

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Allied Live (Tour Marketing/Publicity) is a full-service marketing and advertising agency representing Broadway shows, national tours, performing arts institutions and experiential entertainment entities.

Clients include Billy Elliot, Hair, West Side Story, In The Heights, Washington National Opera, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Cirque du Soleil, Madame Tussauds Hollywood, Hollywood and Highland Center. www. alliedlive.com.

Work light Productions (Pro­duc­tion Management) is dedicated to creating and producing live entertainment. Projects include the national tour of Avenue Q, Julie Andrews’ The Gift of Music and development of the new musical James and the Giant Peach. WLP is led by founding partner and president, Stephen Gabriel, and former IMG Artists Vice President Nancy Gabriel. Production management overseen by Rhys Williams and Mike East. www.worklightproductions.com.

ARTHUR SICCARDI THEATRICAL SERVICES, INC. (Technical Consultant) has served as technical supervisor on more than 200 Broadway shows, including A Chorus Line; Gypsy; Chicago; Hello, Dolly!; Cats; The Real Thing; Ballroom; Dreamgirls; Broadway Bound; Chess; Cat on a Hot Tin Roof; Jerome Robbins’ Broadway; City of Angels; Biloxi Blues; Death and the Maiden; My One and Only; Victor, Victoria; My Fair Lady; Sunset Boulevard; Fiddler on the Roof; Mamma Mia!; Annie Get Your Gun; The Tony Awards.

Bespoke THEATRICALS (General Management/ Executive Producer) is a management company whose four founding partners are Maggie Brohn, Amy Jacobs, Devin Keudell, and Nina Lannan. The company manages Broadway musicals and plays,

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who’s who touring companies of those productions, and concerts. They work nationally and internationally. Productions for this season include: Mamma Mia!, Billy Elliot, Bonnie and Clyde, Ghost, Evita, and the play Magic/Bird.

ANDREW TREAGUS (International Execu­ tive Producer) was the originating general Manager for the London production of Mamma Mia! and is now the international executive producer for all productions of the show around the world. Andrew has managed a large number of musicals in the West End including A Chorus Line, Ain’t Misbehavin,’ Annie, On Your Toes, City of Angels, Starlight Express, Aspects of Love, Grease!, The Rocky Horror Show, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Saturday Night Fever, Pirates of Penzance, Dancin’ and La Cage aux Folles.

STAFF FOR MAMMA MIA! LITTLESTAR SERVICES LIMITED Directors.....................................................Judy Craymer Richard East Benny Andersson Björn Ulvaeus International Executive Producer............... Andrew Treagus Business & Finance Director.....................Ashley Grisdale Administrator.................................................Peter Austin PA To Judy Craymer...................................... Katie Wolfryd Marketing & Communications Manager.......... Claire Teare Marketing & Communications Co-ordinator..... Liz McGinity Head of Accounts......................................... Jo Reedman Accountant.................................................Sheila Egbujie Administrative Assistant............................ Matthew Willis Receptionist.......................................Kimberley Wallwork Legal Services......Barry Shaw Howard Jones At Sheridans Production Insurance Services........................... Walton & Parkinson Ltd.Business Manager For Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus & Scandinavian Press............ Görel Hanser

NINA LANNAN ASSOCIATES General Manager....................................... Amy Jacobs Company Manager........................................Nick Lugo Assistant Company Manager............... Caitlyn Thomson Management Associate........................... Ryan Conway Management Assistant........................... Danielle Saks

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ANDREW TREAGUS ASSOCIATES LIMITED General Mananger..................................Philip Effemey International Manager........................ Mark Whittemore PA to Andrew Treagus..............................Jacki Harding Production Coordinator............................ Felicity White International Travel Manager...................Lindsay Jones

PRODUCTION TEAM Resident Director................................... Martha Banta Associate Choreographer.................... Janet Rothermel Associate Music Supervisor...............David Holcenberg Associate Scenic Designer......................... Nancy Thun Associate Costume Designer..................Scott Traugott Associate Lighting Designer......................Ed McCarthy Associate Sound Designer..................... David Patridge Associate Hair Designer....................... Josh Marquette Musical Transcription..............................Anders Neglin Casting Consultant................................David Grindrod

CASTING TARA RUBIN CASTING Tara Rubin CSA, Eric Woodall CSA Laura Schutzel CSA, Merri Sugarman CSA, Dale Brown CSA Kaitlin Shaw, Lindsay Levine

TOUR MARKETING DIRECTION ALLIED LIVE Laura Matalon Marya K. Peters John Gilmour

NATIONAL PRESS REPRESENTATIVE BONEAU/BRYAN-BROWN Adrian Bryan-Brown

Joe Perrotta

Music Published by EMI Grove Park Music, Inc. and EMI Waterford Music, Inc. Production Stage Manager.........................B.J. Forman Stage Manager................................... Tina R. Perrucci Assistant Stage Manager.......................Matt Schreiber Dance Captain.................... Christopher Hudson Myers Production Manager...............................Rhys Williams Associate Production Manager......................Mike East Head Carpenter.........................................Eric Stewart Assistant Carpenter....................................Seth Leach Flyman...............................David “Sideshow” Burgdorf Production Electrician.................................Rick Baxter Head Electrician........................................ Mark Leslie Deck Electrician........................Jennifer Joy Veldhuizen Front Light Operator..................................Mark Vlahos Vari*Lite Programmer.........................Jonathan Dunkle Production Sound Engineer.................... David Patridge Head Sound...............................................Jeff McWay Assistant Sound....................................... Alicia Martin Head Properties........................................... John Zink

who’s who Assistant Properties..................... Sloane A.L. Spencer Wardrobe Supervisor............................Heather Yerrick Assistant Wardrobe..............................C.J. Baptista III Hair Supervisor......................................... Jeri Nicolas Technical Consultant.............................Arthur Siccardi Assistant to the Choreographer.................Ryan Sander Assistant Sound Designers....................Jason Dejardin Kevin Kennedy Electronic Keyboard Prep.......................... Bryan Crook Assistant Costume Designer............... Robert J. Martin Associate to Casting Consultant.........Stephen Crockett Production Assistants........ Christy Benanti, Chad Lewis Legal Counsel (US)...................... Lazarus & Harris LLP Scott R. Lazarus, Esq., Robert C. Harris, Esq. Immigration Counsel............... Kramer, Levin, Naftalis & Frankel LLP/Mark Koestler, Esq. Accounting............... Rosenberg, Neuwirth and Kuchner Original Logo Design............. Littlestar Services Limited National Advertising.........................Serino Coyne, Inc. Merchandising......................Max Merchandising, LLC/ Randi Grossman Insurance...........Walton & Parkinson Ltd., DeWitt Stern Banking.......................................... City National Bank Travel Agent............................................... Tzell Travel Hauling.................................................. Clark Transfer Accommodations....................TourWerks, Chris Renzulli Ground Transportation.................Executive Car Service Rental Vehicles......... Enterprise Entertainment Division

The actors and stage managers employed in this production are members of Actors’ Equity Association, the union of professional actors and stage managers in the United States.

Backstage and Front of the House Employees are represented by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (or I.A.T.S.E.).

The musicians employed in this production are members of the American Federation of Musicians.

The Press Agents and Company Managers employed in this production are represented by the Association of Theatrical Press Agents & Managers.

This production is produced by a member of The Broadway League in collaboration with our professional union-represented employees.

Theatrical equipment is moved on a carbon neutral basis by Clark Transfer, Inc. in association with NativeEnergy.com.

Tour Direction The Booking Group Meredith Blair, Kara Gebhart, Mollie Mann Brian Brooks and Richard Rundle www.thebookinggroup.com

CREDITS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Scenery constructed and painted by Hudson Scenic Studio, Inc. Sound equipment supplied by Masque Sound. Lighting equipment supplied by PRG Lighting and Vari*Lite, Inc. Soft goods by I. Weiss and Sons.

Costumes executed by Barbara Matera Ltd., Tricorne New York City, and Carelli Costumes. Millinery by Lynn Mackey. Wet suits by Aquatic Fabricators of South Florida. Custom Men’s shirts by Cego. Custom knitting

by C.C. Wei. Custom fabric printing and dyeing by Dyenamix and Gene Mignola. Shoes by Native Leather, Rilleau Leather and T.O. Dey. Gloves by Cornelia James.

Properties by Paragon Theme and Prop Fabrication.

Health, Energy & Vitamin boosters supplied by Emergen-C. Feel The Good!

Mamma Mia! was originally produced in London by Littlestar Services Limited on April 6, 1999.

Visit Mamma Mia! on the web at www.mamma-mia.com

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1718 Peachtree St NW, Suite 181, Atlanta GA 30309 Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

404.873.4300 Russ Belin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Vice President, Atlanta Amanda Martie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ticketing Manager Kevin Ogle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ticketing /Administrative Assistant Rebekah K. Jones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Technical Director Terry Romanoli . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Corporate Partnerships Marc Viscardi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of National Marketing For media inquiries, please contact Jennifer Walker at BRAVE Public Relations, 404-233-3993.

Thank you to our Sponsors:

FOR INFORMATION regarding corporate partnerships and promotional opportunities with Broadway in Atlanta, please call 404.873.4300.

We are thrilled to announce the BROADWAY lineup filled with incredible Tony Award速-winning shows direct from Broadway!

The 2011-12 season is jam-packed with dance, drama and excitement all characterized through our fantastic lineup of blockbusters including, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Memphis, Billy Elliott, Les Miserables and Jersey Boys! Call 1-800-278-4447 or go to BroadwayInAtlanta.com.

Watch exclusive videos, become a fan, follow us and visit us online:

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FOR YOUR INFORMATION The Theatre A fully restored 1929 “Movie Palace,” the Fox Theatre, with 4,678 seats, is a multiple-purpose facility, housing Broadway shows, ballet, symphonies, concerts, movies, and private corporate events.

Private Rooms The Fox Theatre has three private rental spaces, with accommodations for 25 to 1,200 guests. Our Egyptian Ballroom and Grand Salon are beautifully decorated and can be set up to your specifications. The Landmarks Lounge is adjacent to the lobby and is perfect for a small pre-show and intermission event. To book your ”Fabulous Fox“ evening, please call 404.881.2100 or visit us at www.foxtheatre.org.

The Box Office The Fox Theatre Box Office is located in the arcade entrance to the theatre. The Box Office is open for walk up ticket sales Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., and Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. The Fox Theatre Box Office is not open on Sundays unless there is a performance. On event days, the Box Office opens two hours prior to show time. Doors to the Fox open one hour prior to show time. Tickets for all performances at the Fox may be purchased at any TICKETMASTER outlet, by calling TICKETMASTER at 800.745.3000, or by visiting the Fox Theatre Box Office in person during regular Box Office hours.

Concessions Concession stands are located in the Spanish Room, main lobby, and on the mezzanine lobby level.

Restrooms Restrooms are located off the Main Lobby (downstairs), Mezzanine Lobby levels, and the Gallery level. Accessible restroom facilities are located in the Spanish Room and Accessible/Family restrooms are located through the Office door in the main lobby.

Gift Shop The Fox Theatre operates a gift shop selling history books, T-shirts, sweatshirts, and an assortment of other theatre-related merchandise. The gift shop is located in the Spanish Room.

Tours Tours of the Fox Theatre are available through the Atlanta Preservation Center. Tours are conducted Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. and Saturdays at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Tours begin in the Peachtree Street Arcade entrance to the theatre.

For more information on tours and to confirm the tour schedule, please call the Atlanta Preservation Center at 404.688.3353.

Lost and Found Lost and Found items are turned in to the House Manager’s office. To check on lost items, please call the House Manager at 404.881.2075. Lost and Found items will be retained for 30 days.

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Emergency Information In the event of an emergency, please walk to the nearest exit. Do Not Run. Smoking In accordance with the Fulton County Clean Air Ordinance, the Fox Theatre is a smoke-free facility.

Smoking is only permitted in designated areas.

Special Needs Ken Shook, Patron Services Coordinator, is our liaison to the disabled community. He can be reached at 404.881.2118 and can provide information on the locations and prices of accessible seating and other programs for the disabled. The Fox Theatre also has a brochure detailing all these programs for our patrons with special needs. This brochure is available at the Concierge Desk in the Arcade.

An audio clarification device (Phonic Ear) is available for patrons with hearing disabilities. It is available, free of charge, on a first-come, first-serve basis on the evening of a performance, or you may reserve a device by calling the Patron Services Director. A limited number of booster seats are also available free of charge.

Elevators Elevators are located at the north end of each lobby.

The elevators are available during all performances and make it possible to access each lobby without the use of stairs. Patrons should be aware that access to upper seating areas do involve stairs.

Parking Parking is available within a four-block radius in all directions of the Fox Theatre. Advanced reserved parking is available for sale at the Fox Box Office or by calling TICKETMASTER at 800.745.3000. The Fox Theatre assumes no responsibility for vehicles parked in any of the privately owned parking lots operating in the Fox Theatre district.

Performance Notes All patrons, regardless of age, must have a ticket in order to be admitted to the theatre. Not all events are suitable for children. Infants will not be admitted to adult programs/performances. Parents will be asked to remove children who create a disturbance.

Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of the management, in conjunction with the wishes of the producers.

Please turn off all pagers and cell phones prior to the beginning of each performance.

Camera and recording devices are strictly prohibited.

Backstage employees are represented by the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (I.A.T.S.E.)

etiquette 1. Please arrive early. Latecomers may not be seated until intermission.

2. Take care of personal needs (drinks of water or restroom) before the performance begins.

3. Please silence or turn off all electronic devices, including cell phones, beepers, and watch alarms. We encourage you to share your experience at the Fox via social media, but please refrain from doing so or texting during performances; the glow from your device is distracting.

4. Most shows do not allow photography of any kind. Flash photography inside the theatre is never allowed as it is a distraction to those around you and a danger to the performers.

5. The overture is part of the performance.

Please cease talking at this point.

6. Dear Lovebirds, when you lean your heads together, you block the view of the people behind you. Please consider the people that will be seated behind you when choosing whether or not to wear a hat or what hair style you choose.

7. Please refrain from talking, humming, or singing along with the show, except when encouraged to do so by the artist or show.

8. Please wait for an appropriate moment to dig something out of your pocket or bag.

9. Go easy with the perfume and cologne, many people are highly allergic.

10. If you need assistance during the show, please go to your nearest volunteer usher.

If additional assistance is needed the usher will get the appropriate person to further help you.

11. Yes, the parking lot gets busy and public transportation is tricky, but leaving while the show is in progress or before the actors have taken their final bows is discourteous.

Wait until it is over and then exit with the rest of the audience.

The Fox Theatre 660 Peachtree Street, N.E. Atlanta, Georgia 30308 404.881.2100 • www.foxtheatre.org

STAFF

Allan C. Vella . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Manager Adina Alford Erwin . . . . . . . . Assistant General Manager Pat “Sunshine” Tucker . . . . Director of Ticketing & Box Office Robert Burnett . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Controller Rick Robbins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Controller Jennifer S. Farmer . . . . . . . . . Director of Sales/Ballrooms Oliver Diamantstein . . . . . Director of Food and Beverage Len Tucker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Operations Pat Prill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . House Manager Greta Duke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant House Manager Kristen Delaney . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Marketing & PR Ken Shook . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Patron Services Coordinator Shelly Kleppsattel . . . . . . . . Booking & Contract Associate Jamie Vosmeier . . . . . Director of Group Sales, Education & Community Outreach Molly Fortune . . . . . . . . Preservation Department Manager Amy Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Production Manager Rebecca J. Graham . . . . . . Assistant Production Manager Gary Hardaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Master Carpenter Larry Watson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . House Flyman Scott Hardin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Property Master Ray T. Haynie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Master Electrician Cary Oldknow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Electrician Rodney Amos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Head Sound Engineer Larry-Douglas Embury . . . . . . . . . . Organist In Residence Tammy Folds . . . . . . . . . . . . Production Security Manager

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND BOARD MEMBERS Alan E. Thomas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chairman of the Board Edward L. White . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . President Beauchamp C. Carr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2nd Vice President John A. Busby Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3rd Vice President Julia Sprunt Grumbles . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4th Vice President Edward Hutchison . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer Robyn Rieser Barkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant Treasurer Clara Hayley Axam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Secretary Walter R. Huntley Jr. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member at Large Robert E. Minnear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member at Large Carl V. Patton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Member at Large Ada Lee Correll, Richard Courts IV, Keith Cowan, Robert L. Foreman Jr., F. Sheffield Hale, John R. Holder, Florence Inman, Craig B. Jones, Steve Koonin, Charles Lawson, Starr Moore, Jay Myers, Joe G. Patten, Glen J. Romm, Sylvia Russell, Nancy Gordy Simms, Clyde C. Tuggle, Carolyn Lee Wills.

HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS Anne Cox Chambers, Arnall (Pat) Connell, Rodney Mims Cook Jr., Jere A. Drummond, Richard O. Flinn III, Arthur Montgomery, Joseph V. Myers Jr., Edward J. Negri, Edgar Neiss, Herman J. Russell, Preston Stevens Jr.

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South City Kitchen

Fox theatre Dining Guide

Looking for a great night out? Try one of these local restaurants before or after the show. For Dinner and a Show packages, visit encoreatlanta.com/offers.

Neighborhood codes: A–Alpharetta, B–Buckhead, DK-Dekalb, D–Downtown, DW-Dunwoody, IP–Inman Park, M­—Midtown, OFW–Old Fourth Ward, P–Perimeter Mall area, SS–Sandy Springs, VH–Virginia-Highland, NA­—North Atlanta, V—Vinings, W–Westside

American Deckard’s Kitchen and Kegs a neighborhood American tavern with a New England twist.

Serving simple craft cuisine, classic ingredients and an extensive, eclectic beer selection. 650 Ponce De Leon Ave., 404-941-3520, kitchenandkegs.com. M Lenox Square Grill offers breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. DJ every Friday and Saturday night til 2am. Private meeting rooms accommodate up to 150. 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-841-2377, lenoxsquaregrill.com. B Livingston Restaurant and Bar It’s hard to beat the location (across from the Fox Theatre in the Georgian Terrace), and diners get complimentary parking, but the main attraction is the glamour of the main dining room, which has hosted the likes of Clark Gable, and the al fresco seating area, which is available in warm weather. 659 Peachtree St. NE, 404-897-5000, livingstonatlanta.com. M Lobby The menu focuses on seasonal fare at this sophisticated American restaurant in the lobby of TWELVE Atlantic Station. 361 17th St., 404-9617370, lobbyattwelve.com. M 40 EncoreAtlantA.com

ONE.midtown kitchen Dine on fresh, seasonal American cuisine in a club-like atmosphere near Piedmont Park. 559 Dutch Valley Rd., 404-8924111, onemidtownkitchen.com. M The Melting Pot is the premiere fondue restaurant where guests can enjoy a choice of fondue cooking styles and a variety of unique entrees, salads and indulgent desserts. 28 Atlanta locations, including 754 Peachtree St. NE, 404-389-0099, meltingpot. com. M Murphy’s This restaurant has one of the city’s top brunch menus, but it’s known for great peoplewatching and its contemporary comfort food. 997 Virginia Ave., 404-872-0904, murphysvh.com. VH Taco Mac Atlanta’s favorite family friendly sports restaurant and bar since 1979. Consistently voted best wings and beer selection, Taco Mac has something for everyone. 25 metro Atlanta locations, including 933 Peachtree St. NE, blocks away from the Fox Theatre. 678-904-7211, tacomac.com. M Two Urban Licks “Fiery” American cooking meets live music at this hip hangout. 820 Ralph McGill Blvd., 404-522-4622, twourbanlicks.com. M

American/steakhouse Chops Lobster Bar One of the top ten steakhouses in the country, featuring exquiste seafood flown in fresh daily and the very best USDA prime aged beef. 70 West Paces Ferry Rd., 404-262-2675, buckheadrestaurants.com. B Joey D’s Oakroom Near Perimeter Mall, this stylish steak house has a staggering selection of spirits and a hot after-dinner singles scene.

1015 Crown Pointe Pkwy., 770-512-7063, centraarchy.com. P New York Prime A Prime Time Top 10 USDA Prime Steakhouse known for its wine list, atmosphere and world class service. 3424 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-846-0644, centraarchy.com. B Prime Enjoy steak, sushi and seafood in a festive atmosphere near Lenox Mall. 3393 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-812-0555, h2sr.com. B Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse A favorite local steak house with multiple locations near shopping and entertainment hotspots. Sides are generous, and the quality of the steaks and seafood is excellent. Three locations: Buckhead, 3285 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-

365-0660; Sandy Springs, 5788 Roswell Rd., 404255-0035; Centennial Olympic Park, 267 Marietta St., 404-223-6500; ruthschris.com. B, SS, D The Tavern at Phipps This is one of Atlanta’s hottest after-work spots, and has been singled out for its happy hour and singles scene by Jezebel, InSite Magazine and the AOL City Guide. 3500 Peachtree Rd. NW, 404-814-9640, centraarchy. com. B

American/southern South City Kitchen With a stylish, Southerncontemporary menu, this DiRoNA restaurant helped make grits hip for the business crowd. Two locatons: Midtown: 1144 Crescent Ave., 404873-7358; Vinings: 1675 Cumberland Pkwy., 770-435-0700, southcitykitchen.com. M, V Terrace celebrates American heirloom recipes through supporting local and regional farmers, fisherman and producers. It recaptures pure flavors and tastes of natural and organic ingredients while bursting with delicious flavors.

176 Peachtree St. NW, 678-651-2770, ellishotel. com/terrace. D

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Aja Restaurant & Bar Serving modern Asian cuisine, Aja has a 150-seat patio overlooking Buckhead and a huge lounge, where diners nosh on dim sum and sip mai tais. 3500 Lenox Rd., Ste. 100, 404-231-0001, h2sr.com. B Bluepointe Serving modern American cuisine with a splash of Asian flavor, it features inventive menu items from the kitchen and Atlanta’s freshest sushi. Home to a hip bar, creative cocktails and half-priced happy hour on weekdays. 3455 Peachtree Rd., 404-237-9070, buckheadrestaurants.com. B

Gordon Biersch Fresh-brewed beers are a tasty accent to this brewery-restaurant’s hearty pizzas, salads and sandwiches. For a small additional fee, pre-show diners can leave cars in the lot while they’re at the Fox. Two locations: Midtown: 848 Peachtree St. NE, 404-870-0805; Buckhead: 3242 Peachtree Rd. NE, 404-2640253, gordonbiersch.com. M, B Tap A gastropub offering easy-to-share pub fare and an extensive beer selection. The patio is a great place to chill after work. 1180 Peachtree St., 404347-2220, tapat1180.com. M

creole/cajun Parish New Orleans-inspired dishes served with a modern twist and a fully stocked raw bar; a Nawlins-inspired brunch is served on the weekends. Downstairs, a take-away market sells sandwiches, spices, pastries and beverages. 240 N. Highland Ave., 404-681-4434, parishatl. com. IP

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mediterranean/latin/asian fusion Shout A young crowd keeps Shout’s rooftop lounge hopping every night. The menu reflects a mix of Mediterranean, Far Eastern and South American influences. 1197 Peachtree St. NE, 404-846-2000, h2sr.com. M

french Bistro Niko Voted as one of the Top 20 Restaurants

by Esquire magazine, the modern French fare is authentic and simple, while being paired with an affordable priced wine list, exciting cocktails and extensive craft beer list. 3344 Peachtree Rd., 404-261-6456, buckheadrestaurants.com. B

italian La Tavola Serving classic Italian cuisine for lunch and dinner in the heart of Virginia-Highland. 992 Virginia Ave., 404-873-5430, latavolatrattoria. com. VH Pricci is fun, stylish dining at its best. The contemporary Italian restaurant features an innovative menu which combines classic cuisine with modern flair. Join us every week for Jazzy Thursdays when bottles of wine are half-priced and live music sets the mood. 500 Pharr Rd., 404-237-2941, buckheadrestaurants.com.B Veni Vidi Vici Located in the heart of midtown, Veni Vidi Vici serves up hearty portions of homemade pasta, rotisserie meats and delectable desserts. It’s a perfect restaurant for pre-theater dining or as a place to unwind and enjoy a relaxing meal. 41 14th St., 404-875-8424, buckheadrestaurants.com. M

MEXICAN Cantina Tequila & Tapas Bar is located in the Terminus building on the corner of Peachtree and Piedmont roads. It features authentic Mexican cuisine and has become Buckhead’s newest watering hole. 3280 Peachtree Rd. NW, Terminus 100, Ste. 150, 404-892-9292, h2sr.com. B El Taco An eco-friendly watering hole serving fresh Mexican food made with all-natural meats 46 EncoreAtlantA.com

and killer margaritas. 1186 N. Highland Ave.NE, 404-873-4656, eltaco-atlanta.com.VH Nava offers a Southwestern experience with flavorful cuisine, bold design and striking architecture. Don’t miss out every Wednesday for Party on the Patio with live music, $5 signature margaritas and appetizers. 3060 Peachtree Rd., 404-240-1984, buckheadrestaurants.com. B

seafood/sushi Atlanta Fish Market More than 100 varieties from the deep are flown in fresh and the menu is printed twice daily. With a comfortable, neighborhood atmosphere, it has something for everyone. 265 Pharr Rd. NE, 404-262-3165. B Coast Seafood and Raw Bar serves Atlanta’s freshest seafood and island cocktails. The menu incorporates classics including crab and corn hush puppies, a signature seafood boil, and a variety of raw or steamed oysters, clams and mussels; along with signature fresh catch entrees.

111 W. Paces Ferry Rd. NW, 404-869-0777, h2sr.com. B Goldfish This fun seafood/sushi restaurant has Happy Hour specials Mon-Fri and nightly entertainment in its lounge. 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., 770-671-0100, h2sr.com. P

steak/sushi Kyma Fresh, healthy food, attentive Greek hospitality and festive atmosphere await you.

Enjoy a contempoary seafood tavern that stays true to its Greek orginis while you gaze at the dazzling constellation displayed on the deep blue ceiling. 3085 Piedmont Rd., 404-262-0702, buckheadrestaurants.com. B Noche A Virginia-Highland favorite known for its Spanish-style tapas dishes and margaritas. 1000 Virginia Ave., 404-815-9155, h2sr.com. VH Room This elegant restaurant serves steak and sushi on the ground floor of the TWELVE Centennial Park hotel. 400 W. Peachtree St., 404-418-1250, roomattwelve.com. D Strip This sophisticated steak, seafood and sushi restaurant offers an in-house DJ and a rooftop deck. Atlantic Station at 18th St., 404-385-2005, h2sr.com. M Twist This lively restaurant has a huge bar, satay station, tapas menu, sushi and seafood dishes; patio seating is first-come, first-served. 3500 Peachtree Rd. NW, 404-869-1191, h2sr.com. B

Fox fun facts: ballroom events

The Fox Theatre’s Egyptian Ballroom and Grand Salon have held many fantastic events, such as weddings and receptions, corporate events, anniversary and birthday parties, and association functions.

Here are some other fun facts:

The Fox Ballrooms have hosted many birthday parties over the years, some of which have included special performances by Tony Bennett and Earth, Wind, & Fire.

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David Lee Roth

Local television personality and restaurateur Paula Deen led a cooking class in the Egyptian Ballroom and attendees later enjoyed the meal she prepared.

During the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games, the Fox Theatre’s Ballrooms served as the headquarters for the Australian Organizing Committee.

For Super Bowl XXXIV in January 2000, a special event was held in the Ballrooms. In attendance were Muhammad Ali, Elton John, and Lance Armstrong.

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Numerous film premiere screenings have taken place in the Egyptian Ballroom and special guests included Val Kilmer from Batman, Helen Hunt, star of Twister, Billy Bob Thornton, who starred in Bandits, and Jennifer Lopez of Monster-In-Law.

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Many corporate events have taken place in the historic Egyptian Ballroom and Grand Salon. These businesses have invited special guest entertainers such as Martin Short, David Lee Roth, Jeff Foxworthy, the B-52’s, and Tim Conway.

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“It’s been 14 years since I was diagnosed with breast cancer after an annual mammogram,” Venis says.

Venis’ follow-up diagnostic mammogram revealed a very aggressive tumor. She went on to have a bilateral mastectomy. For the first five years after her surgery, she had mammograms twice a year; she now has them once a year. She had her surgery and all her screenings at WellStar and is now cancer free.

“I’m so glad my doctors at WellStar were cautious in following up,” Venis says.

WellStar Kennestone Women’s Imaging Center WellStar now offers a new place to have mammograms and other diagnostic tests: The WellStar Kennestone Women’s Imaging Center. The Center, accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, is the latest addition to WellStar’s 15 state-of-the-art Imaging Centers.

WellStar Kennestone Women’s Imaging Center performs more than 35,000 digital mammograms annually. One of the largest women’s imaging centers in the nation, the 18,000-sq. ft. facility was designed with comfort in mind.

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“We want to change patients’ perceptions about imaging centers,” said Gerri Sharp, executive director, Medical Imaging, WellStar Kennestone Hospital.

From the plush robes to the spa-like décor, the Center aims to ensure patient convenience, comfort and coordinated care. There are three separate sub-waiting rooms for screening, diagnostic mammography and interventional procedures, each featuring refreshment areas.

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The award-winning Beau Rivage Resort & Casino on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is a seven-hour drive from Atlanta and an hour from Mobile, Ala. Beau Rivage is the largest southeastern resort to receive the AAA Four Diamond Award and is recognized by Conde Naste Traveler and Travel + Leisure magazines as one of the country’s top resorts. Its waterside location offers the opportunity to boat, fish or relax on the beach. Beau Rivage’s redesigned casino floor provides 24-hour gaming and the new high rollers salon.

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The diamond itself will account for 85 percent to 90 percent of your expense, Knox says. Understanding the 4Cs of diamond quality will help you decide which elements you’re willing to compromise on in order to get the highest-quality stone you can afford.

Share that information and your budget with your salesperson, and they’ll help you find the right diamond.

“First pick the color,” Knox advises.

“That’s where you’ll see a big difference in the pricing.” Diamond color ratings actually denote the absence of color.

Grades D, E, F, G, H, I and L are colorless. Beyond L, the stones start to look yellow.

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After choosing the color, look for a well-cut stone that’s symmetrical and not too bottom-heavy or shallowly cut. “If it’s not well cut, it won’t sparkle,” Knox says.

A well-cut stone has several facets that meet evenly, with all the points lining up.

If the diamond is bottom-heavy, it will be hard to set in jewelry, and the color may be concentrated near the point or edges.

If the stone has a shallow cut, you can see what’s underneath the stone and you don’t want that.

The best way to ensure you are getting what you pay for is to only buy stones that are GIA-certified, Knox says.

“Next, you go to what’s internal — that’s clarity,” he says. Clarity gradings run from F-IF (flawless or internally flawless) to I1-I3 (inclusions). In the

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Purchasing diamonds at any time is a financial investment. But when it’s a gift for someone you want to spend the rest of your life with, making the “right” choice can be incredibly stressful. Bob Knox, designer and goldsmith at Knox Jewelers for the past 50 years, has a few words of advice on how to find the perfect ring.

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a solitary diamond to gem-encrusted bands and intricate pavé settings.

Knowing a bit about your sweetheart’s lifestyle can help you determine the best metal to use. Typical choices are white gold, yellow gold and platinum. But if your intended lifts weights, rock-climbs or wears rings on her right hand, avoid pavé or platinum ring bands.

“Platinum is resistant to wear, but you’ll get dings and bends,” Knox says.

Those scratches can be buffed out, but if she’s going to obsess about the wear and tear, it’s best go with an 18-karat white or plain gold setting instead.

Titanium is another metal offered by some jewelers. It’s not a precious metal, so it’s affordable, and very durable.

Like platinum, however, it will show scratches, so it’s not the best choice for an active woman. And unlike other metals, it is almost impossible to resize if you get a band that’s ill-fitting.

Something else to consider is how the engagement ring will be worn with the wedding ring. The prongs that surround the stone are called the head; where it sits is the shank. If the head sits low on the shank, close to the finger, she will have to purchase a wedding band that curves around the stone. If the head and shank are elevated, it will fit tightly against any kind of wedding ring.

“Get her something plain and basic,” Knox recommends, “Then add to it.”

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middle, going from high quality to low are the ratings of VVS1-VVS2 (very very slight inclusions), VS1-VS2 (very slight inclusions) and SI1-SI2 (slight inclusions).

“Men like to be flawless; women like a bigger stone,” Knox says, laughing.

“There’s nothing wrong with a VS1VS2 or a good SI. It’s like if you put two Porsches together: They’re both perfect, except one has a slight tear underneath the driver’s seat.”

The last of the 4Cs is carat — the size of the diamond. The largest diamonds you’ll find in the consumer market are 2-carat stones, but 1.5 carats can look just as impressive. The price per carat is lower for smaller stones because raw diamonds that are large enough to cut into 1 carat or larger shapes are hard to find.

The most dramatic jumps in price and appearance come in .5 carat intervals.

There’s not much difference between a 1 and 1.23-carat diamond, but there’s a very large difference when you compare them against a .75 or a 1.5-carat stone.

And diamond prices are volatile, so be aware that the cost might fluctuate if you’re not looking and buying on the same day.

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Their new Bloody Mary actually consist of two Bloody Mary ice cubes doused in pepper-infused vodka. A southern menu wouldn’t be complete without sweet tea; the bar shakes theirs up with lemongrass vodka mixed with Earl Grey tea and a splash of Amaretto to give it that extra kick. DrinkShop dirty martini features ice cubes made from olive brine. Sip, socialize and dance to live music from local musicians. There’s no cover charge, and valet parking is free with $20 bar tab. —Loni Gibson Shake it up: DrinkShop is open Wed.-Sat. from 6 p.m.- 2 a.m. in the W Atlanta Downtown Reservations are recommended: 404-582-5823.

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