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YOUNG AUDITORIUM Volume 9, Issue 1 Fall 2012
Steve Marcus
President/Publisher
Matt Thiele Vice President
Tracy Frank Director of Operations
DINNER AND A SHOW Dining Guide and Event Listings pg. 6
Abbey Moore Graphic Designer/Social Media
Caitlin Fuller Lead Program Designer
Sarah Sallmann
FOOTNOTES
Lead Graphic Designer
George Cwiklinski Production Specialist
pg. 12
Eric Taylor Production Assistant
Karin Marcus Accounting
Kelly Locke Accounting Assistant
Chris Stravinski Sharrow Managing Editor
Myrna Petlicki Managing Editor -Chicago Edition
Sherry Brisch Barbara Kluth Michelle Vandenhouten Milwaukee Advertising Sales
Will M. McAuliffe Published by Marcus Promotions, Inc. The content of any article in this publication is based solely on the opinion of its writer and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of Marcus Promotions, Inc., Footlights, or its staff. The center program content is at the sole discretion of the performing arts group. Any errors, omissions, or inconsistencies are their responsibility. Inquiries or comments should be directed accordingly.
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“ALL THE WORLD’S A STAGE, AND ALL THE MEN AND WOMEN MERELY PLAYERS.” Open casting call for the Lead role (full time) of
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Supporting roles (part time) are also being cast. Show is open ended and has been running since 1996. Male or Female actors may apply. All ages will be considered. Candidates must be comfortable in front of a live audience and be able to handle the physical demands of daily performances. Please send bio and headshot (resume and cover letter) to: SALESJOB@FOOTLIGHTS.COM
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Dining Guide and Event Listings
*All shows listed are in Young Auditorium, unless otherwise noted.
Scan this QR code with your smart phone or go to www.Footlights.com and find the events page. 6
Showtimes, links to buy tickets, and nearby restaurants are listed for every show. Plan your entire night on FOOTLIGHTS.COM. DELHI 2 DUBLIN & RANA SANTACRUZ Combine Indian drums and sitars with driving Irish fiddle and toe-tapping Celtic progressions, and you’ve got Delhi 2 Dublin.
Thursday, September 13
SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK Their collective voice, occasionally accompanied by hand percussion instruments, is filled with soulful harmonies and intricate rhythms.
Thursday, September 27
KATIE ARMIGER EDGERTON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Sometimes referred to as the next Taylor Swift, Armiger’s powerful vocals and skillful songwriting are clearly showcased when she is on stage.
Saturday, September 29 608-561-6093
HOTEL CALIFORNIA A SALUTE TO THE EAGLES Hotel California reproduces the sound of the Eagles studio recordings and brings the energy and magic of their music to you.
Saturday, October 6
Salvo’s
Serving breakfast all day Homemade Soups and Specials 140 W. Main St., Whitewater • (262) 473 - 9890 Mon - Thur 6am - 8pm • Fri 6am - 9pm Sat 6am - 8pm • Sun 7am - 3pm Bring your theater ticket and receive 10% off your next meal.
Karina’s Mexican Restaurant Authentic Homemade Mexican Food
Free Supreme Beef Nachos with your dinner when you show your theatre ticket! M-Sat 11-9pm • Sun 11-7pm
137 W. Main Street • Whitewater • 262-472-9492
Coyote Grill
Voted the #1 Hamburger in Walworth County
Do YOU know Salvo? 132 W. Center Street • Whitewater, WI 262-472-0510 • www.salvocoyotegrill.com Open Daily at 11AM
Restaurant & Fun Hunter’s Brewery Lunch & Dinner Tuesday-Sunday 10% discount to ticket holders with reservation 24 hours prior to dining with us on day/nights of performance Check for Specials on www.funhunters.net 841 E. Milwaukee St. Whitewater, WI 262.473.8000 | www.funhunters.net Footlights Performing Arts Magazine
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TURTLE ISLAND QUARTET HAVE YOU EVER BEEN? This two-time Grammy®-winning quartet ventures to “Electric Ladyland,” tackling works by the legendary Jimi Hendrix.
Monday, October 15
VINCE - THE LIFE AND TIMES OF VINCE LOMBARDI - STARRING JOHN PINERO “This is the stage incarnation of Vince Lombardi, brought to you with impeccable care by actor John Pinero.” – Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Tues. & Wed., October 16 & 17
CREATURES OF THE NIGHT DAVID STOKES Learn about owls, bats, coyotes, skunks, and more as you interact with live animals and learn about nighttime sights and sounds!
Sunday, October 21
CYRANO DE BERGERAC AQUILA THEATRE COMPANY Cyrano secretly loves Roxanne, but feels unworthy of her (because of his huge nose), so he helps the handsome Christian woo her with eloquent love letters and poetry.
Tuesday, October 23
Sharing our love for fine local food Daily Specials including 25¢ Wings on Wednesdays and $1 Burgers on Mondays Kitchen Hours: Monday - Sunday 11am - 9pm 146 W. Main St. Whitewater 262 - 472 - 9360 www.fatjacksww.com
The Duck Inn CR-A and Hwy 89 Delavan, WI 608•883•6988
15 min. from Young Auditorium 10% discount with your theater ticket!
M/W/Th/F/Sat open at 4pm Sundays open at noon
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Dinner and a Show
A fine dining restaurant sourcing local food Open Monday – Saturday 11 am - 10 pm
210 W. Whitewater Street | 262.458.4751
www.eatatblacksheep.com
Showtimes, links to buy tickets, and nearby restaurants are listed for every show. Plan your entire night on FOOTLIGHTS.COM. THE TAMING OF THE SHREW AQUILA THEATRE COMPANY The battle of the sexes heats up when Petruchio sets out to marry and tame Katherina.
Wednesday, October 24
UNITED STATES ARMY FIELD BAND AND SOLDIERS CHORUS This is a free event and tickets are available through the Janesville Gazette. Watch for announcement and details in the Gazette.
Monday, October 29 Free
THE SECRET HISTORY OF LOVE SEAN DORSEY DANCE An explosive dance created from the buried stories and recorded interviews of LGBTQ elders about the love that dared not speak its name.
Tuesday, October 30
LUNA NEGRA DANCE THEATER These passionate contemporary Latino dances reflect the immense cultural shift shaping 21st century America.
Wednesday, November 7
14 E. Sherman Ave Fort Atkinson, 53538 www.paddycoughlins.com Friends of Paddy Coughlin’s Serving lunch and dinner
Monday - Saturday (closed Sunday) 10 unique taps on draft • Gourment Pub food Gluten free options
The Sweet Spot 226 W. Whitewater Street Whitewater, WI 53190 262.473.5080•sweetspotwhitewater.com M-TH 6am-9pm • F 6am-7pm S&S 7am-7pm
LAKEFRONT PUB 206 W. Main Street Cambridge, WI (608) 423-3730
Located halfway between Whitewater and Madison Homemade Pizza • Cheesesteaks • Burgers • Wings Steaks • Seafood Happy Hour Specials • Nightly Food & Drink Specials • Wed & Fri Fish Fry
Whitewater’s best place for music, atmosphere, outdoor dining,great food, craft beer, wine & spirits.
111 WHITEWATER ST. WHITEWATER WI
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262.473.2900
Bring in this coupon for 10% off your entire bill! Footlights Performing Arts Magazine
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GOLDEN DRAGON ACROBATS The Golden Dragon Acrobats perform 25-centuries-old acrobatics featuring dazzling costumes, traditional dance, ancient, and contemporary music.
Thursday, November 15
THE FOUR BITCHIN’ BABES PRESENT MID LIFE VICES Celebrating the quirks and habits of men and women who refuse to act their age, they send up all things Baby Boomer with song and comedy. BREAK OF REALITY EDGERTON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER This American instrumental group has three cellists and a percussionist applauded for their “thunderous tone” and “take no prisoner” approach to cello playing.
Saturday, November 17
UW-WHITEWATER MUSIC DEPARTMENT GALA HOLIDAY CONCERT Enjoy holiday music and cheer from Gospel to Jazz with popular classical favorites compliments of the Music Department’s ensembles.
Saturday, December 1
A LEAHY FAMILY CHRISTMAS Eight talented brothers & sisters sing, dance, and play a mix of their favorite Celtic medleys and traditional Christmas carols.
Saturday, December 8
THE ALLEY CATS HOLIDAY SHOW: JINGLE BELL ROCK EDGERTON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER A hit with great songs of the 50’s and 60’s in the a cappella style. They’re the cat’s meow!
Saturday December 8 608-561-6093
Saturday, November 17 608-561-6093
SPECIAL OFFERS Buy 1, Get 1 Entrée with purchase of 2 beverages cannot combine with any other specials or offers, dine in only. $9 max amount 310 Milwaukee St. • Johnson Creek 920.699.8989 • www.fiestagaribaldiwest.com Hours: Mon.–Thu. 11am–10pm • Fri.–Sun. 10am–11pm
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Dinner and a Show
–OR– 10% off entire bill
Showtimes, links to buy tickets, and nearby restaurants are listed for every show. Plan your entire night on FOOTLIGHTS.COM. THE NUTCRACKER-THE DANCE FACTORY Each season, these talented local dancers create Tchaikovsky’s magical world of giant mice and sugarplum fairies as they tell this beloved story.
Saturday, December 15
SING-A-LONG-A SOUND OF MUSIC “Sing-A-Long-A Sound of Music” is a major audience participation event with subtitles for all the songs and the movie in all its glory. Free - Ticket required.
Saturday, January 26, 2013
TONIC SOL-FA EDGERTON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER Their passionate music and cutting-edge stage presence earned accolades from The New York Times: “A vocal kaleidoscope… unique to the human voice.”
Friday, January 25 608-561-6093
A CHORUS LINE Winner of nine Tony Awards ® including “Best Musical” and the Pulitzer Prize for drama. It’s “One, singular sensation!”
Thursday, January 31, 2013
THE TORTOISE VERSUS THE HARE MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE Local youth audition for and perform in an hour-long musical adaptation. Everyone learns that “color is just a color - it’s just decorated skin.”
Saturday, February 2, 2013
RUMPELSTILTSKIN ARTREACH: THE CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF CINCINNATI Discover the magic and wonder of one of the world’s best loved fairytales. You’ll interact with the actors and explore the set.
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Proud Supporter of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and the Arts AS YOU LIKE IT THE ACTING COMPANY “All the world’s a stage” comes from “As You Like It.” See Shakespeare the way it was meant to be seen, live on stage!
Thursday, February 14, 2013
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Delhi 2 Dublin United States Army Field Band and Soldiers Chorus
Rana Santacruz Sweet Honey in the Rock
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ANNIVERSARY SEASON The 2012-2013 Season is Young Auditorium’s 20th Anniversary of presenting world-class performing arts entertainment. In the spirit of celebration and thanksgiving, we invite you to several free events programmed throughout the season. We kick off the celebration with a world music party featuring Delhi 2 Dublin & Rana Santacruz. The event is free, but tickets are required. This season we are also partnering with the Janesville Gazette to present the United States Army Field Band and Soldiers Chorus on Monday,
October 29, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. This is a free event and tickets must be obtained through the Gazette. Please watch for the announcement and details in the Gazette. Then get ready to wave some Edelweiss because “Sing-A-Long-A Sound of Music” is coming to the Young Auditorium on Saturday, January 26, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. During this free event, everyone can sing along with Julie Andrews and the von Trapp family while enjoying this wonderful film. We hope to provide a celebratory atmosphere throughout the year with some favorite artists, special guests and cherished friends returning to join our 20th Anniversary party. Please join us for the music of The Eagles, Jimi Hendrix, The Temptations, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder, John Denver, and favorite composers including Mozart, Debussy, and Piazzolla and classic literature from Shakespeare, Thornton Wilder and Edmond Rostand. We are overjoyed that our dear friends Leahy, John McGivern and The Four Bitchin’ Babes will be returning, along with the legendary Vince Lombardi and the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award®-winning “A Chorus Line.” Footlights Performing Arts Magazine
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The legendary Vince Lombardi
A Chorus Line During this celebration, it’s important to remember those who work behind the scenes, our dedicated staff, our energetic student workers, and our loyal volunteers. The Young Auditorium would not exist without the dedication and teamwork of many individuals who dared to dream and worked to make that dream a reality. That team included 2,886 inaugural donors who joined together to make this marvelous facility possible. As we pause and look back to those who imagined and helped realize the dream of this fine facility, we must acknowledge Chancellor James R. Connor, Irvin L. Young and Fern Young, Lorraine Gross, the students, faculty, staff and alumni of UW-Whitewater, the state of Wisconsin, and the thousands of area citizens who gave their support to make Young Auditorium a reality. Young Auditorium’s success is due to the strong support it has received over the years.
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Footnotes
If you would like to be part of this legacy of giving, please consider the 20th Anniversary Endowed Chair Campaign. The last unnamed eighty seats in the Auditorium are available for patrons to reserve. Commemorate a special family event or place your name on an engraved seatback plaque along with the other 1,220 personalized seats in the Auditorium. You will be able to choose which of the Young Auditorium’s endowment funds that your $1,000 tax deductible gift will support. This opportunity is extremely limited. To reserve your seat, contact Ben Strand at 262-472-6224 or strandb@uww.edu. Invite your friends and family to join in celebration of 20 years filled with memories, laughter, and soul-stirring performances. Help us build a bright future filled with the creative spark of the performing arts with its power to transform lives, bring joy, and lift us all to greater understanding.
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Crossman Gallery artWORK: an exhibit for our times September 6 – October 6 This is the End My Friend: Visions of Post Apocalyptic Worlds October 17 – November 17 BFA Exhibition December 3-8
GET SOCIAL! #footlightslive START TWEETING... If you use Twitter to stay connected, use the hashtag - #footlightslive - to tweet your thoughts about the show before, during intermission and after the performance. This way, you can see what other people in the audience or at other shows are talking about... Theater tweeting - it’s a whole new conversation and connection!
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