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2014-2015 Mainstage Season Celebrating American Music... plus a dash of classic humor
History of Swift Creek Mill Records indicate that Swift Creek Mill was in existence as early as 1663. It is believed to be the oldest grist mill in this country. Henry Randolph I, born in Little Houghton, Northamptonshire, England, migrated to this country about 1640. In 1655, he acquired a large tract of land in Bermuda Hundred on Swift Creek where he erected the present mill. An heir of Henry Randolph I, William Bland Randolph, deeded the mill to William Rowlett on February 20, 1805, and it became known as Rowlett’s Mill. In 1852, the Rowlett heirs conveyed the mill to the Swift Creek Manufacturing Company. On May 9th and 10th, 1864, a battle was fought around the mill while General B.F. Butler’s Army of the James attempted to cross Swift Creek. Following the Civil War, the property became Schmidt’s Distillery, making corn whiskey. Following this, the property changed hands several times, was operated as a grist mill and became known in 1929 as Swift Creek Mill. It continued to operate as a grist mill until about 1956. On December 2, 1965, Swift Creek Mill Playhouse opened its doors. To convert the old grist mill into a dinner theater required an addition to the three story building to house the kitchen, dressing rooms and restrooms. Stairways were built leading to upper and lower dining levels, and to the theatre located on the top floor. Much of the old equipment in the mill was refurbished to lend a rustic atmosphere. Swift Creek Mill has been preserved as both an historical landmark and cultural outlet for the talent of local artists, skilled actors, directors, designers and technicians whose efforts have made possible the artistic achievements of the Mill. The 300 year old Swift Creek Mill has been made a Virginia Historical Landmark and has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places. As of fall 2013, Swift Creek Mill is now ADA-compliant, offering increased access and services to persons with disabilities. A monumental task, the renovations were completed following precise guidelines, and the iconic structure continues to retain its historic value and status.
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Youth Series 2014-2015 The Latin Ballet of Virginia presents Sol & Luna at Swift Creek Mill Theatre October 27 - 31, 2014, M - F 10:15 a.m.; Grades 6 - 12, Approximately 65 minutes; Theatre price $12.50, Add $2.00 for pizza lunch The Latin Ballet of Virginia (LBV) uses the expressive beauty of movement to weave the tales and traditions that are the heart and soul of Hispanic culture. LBV combines technical excellence with a soulful depth of emotion and an unwavering commitment to education, diversity and accessibility. This partnership is provided in part by The Virginia Commission for the Arts. Drifty’s Snow Dance by Paul Deiss December 1 - 22, 2014, M - F 10:15 a.m. & 12:00 p.m. Saturday 10:15 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.; Grades Pre-K - 3, Approximately 45 minutes; Theatre price $8.75, Add $2.00 for pizza lunch Another brand new show in our Drifty The Snowman series! Drifty loves snow so much that every time he sees a fluffy flake he does a little dance. Or is it that every time he does a little dance he sees a fluffy flake? Guest star Jack Frost is just as confused as the rest of our North Pole pals. Come join the fun! Those Harvey Girls by Tom Width (World premiere - only two special youth performances offered) February 6 & March 6, 2015, 10:15 a.m.; Grades 4 - 12, Approximately 90 minutes; Theatre price $12.50, Add $2.00 for pizza lunch Our full-length production of this world-premiere musical tells the story of three African-American sisters who began singing together as small children and rose to prominence as one of Virginia’s most well-known practitioners of Gospel music. Their stories will entertain, amuse and enlighten, and their music will raise the roof. Only two student performances, so reserve your seats early! Twain’s Tales Adapted by David Taylor London February 9 - March 5, M- F 10:15 am; Grades Pre-K - 3, Approximately 65 minutes; Theatre price $8.75, Add $2.00 for pizza lunch Five stories by the master American storyteller! It’s the late 1800’s, some local characters have gathered on the front porch of the General Store to see who can tell the tallest tale. “The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County”, “Science vs. Luck”, and three other tales are told in “story theater” style. Great fun for a wide range of students! The Elves and the Shoemaker Adapted by Tom Width April 13 - May 15, 2015, M - F 10:15 a.m. & 12:00 p.m.; Grades Pre-K - 3, Approximately 45 minutes; Theatre price $8.75, Add $2.00 for pizza lunch The Grimm Brothers’ classic tale of the poor cobbler who gets some unexpected help from some tiny friends, friends who come to his shop in the middle of the night to do their job. Lots of music, lots of laughs, and lots of heart as the audience learns the value of work and compassion. The perfect Springtime treat!
e r t t a e a h h Y T o u W th is ??? Which Children Does The Mill Serve? Swift Creek Mill Theatre currently serves the Greater Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area as well as Southside Virginia. The Mill is a popular field trip destination, with students attending from public schools, private schools, preschools and home school groups. Families attend the program as well, especially for Drifty the Snowman plays, which are new every year. On average, 15,000 children from Central- and Southside Virginia rely on Swift Creek Mill for theatre arts education. According to the Virginia Department of Education, 42% of the public school kids that we serve are economically disadvantaged and 54% belong to one or more minorities. In addition, more than 23,000 of these children live with disabilities. Some of these students may never experience professional performing arts - or the educational value of theatre - without a field trip to the Mill.
What Does The Mill Offer? Swift Creek Mill Children’s Theatre has offered educational shows for children for 25 years! The Mill offers three or more Youth Series productions annually during the school year (this season will include five!) Each Youth Series play is selected based on its theatrical, literary and/ or educational value, and many are professionally written for the Mill, supporting students' core subjects. The directors, cast and crew are theatre professionals who live in the surrounding areas, and the plays are produced, directed and performed at Swift Creek Mill in order to offer an immersive theatre experience. We state relevant Standards of Learning information and grade level suggestions for the convenience of educators. There is even a character meet-and-greet or Q&A session after each performance that gives kids an opportunity for more in-depth knowledge of professional theatre arts. Why Are These Field Trips Important? In addition to reaching young students in Chesterfield, Henrico, Hanover and the Tri-Cities, we are helping to educate kids in areas farther away from Richmond, which are reachable because of Swift Creek Mill’s uniquely excellent location – counties like Dinwiddie, Southampton, Nottoway, Mecklenburg and others. The Mill is the only professional theatre in a 75mile stretch from the James River south to the Virginia state line. East to west this area is almost 200 miles. Therefore, Swift Creek Mill is helping literally thousands of children in underserved areas to have a more wellrounded and innovative education. Even for the children who are able to come only once, it is an experience that expands their horizons and a memory that lasts a lifetime.
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Contributors through Oct. 21, 2014 Patrons included in this list generously gave during the twelve months preceding this production. We offer our sincerest thanks to all of our Contributors and to the many individuals and businesses who continue to support Swift Creek Mill Theatre in numerous capacities. Producers ($10,000 and Up) Technicians ($500 - $999) Altria Companies Employee Community Fund Cameron Foundation Chesterfield County Financial Dynamics and The Estate and Elder Planning Center of Virginia Marilyn and Robert Walker Roslyn Farm Corporation The Virginia Commission for the Arts Directors ($5,000 - $9,999) EVB MItchell Wiggins Designers ($2,500 - $4,999) Boulevard Flower Gardens Bruce and Connie Thornton John H. Clements Mr. and Mrs. Neil November WCVE - Community Idea Stations Performers ($1,000 $2,499) A-1 Steem It Bellwood (Richmond MWR) Bill, Cindy, Laura and Carrie Young Bob and Jean Weatherford Bob and Lou Fothergill Breckenridge Chiropractic Carol Halbert Door to Door Solutions John and Pam Comstock LTC AND Mrs. John Woyansky Michael Doran New York Life Petersburg Alarm Company Robert and Joan Goebel Robert and Kelly Kindle Robyn O'Neill Sarah's Cross Stitch Ted and Mary Stewart Ruhnke The Progress-Index Tom and Kathy Crew
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Sponsors ($100 - $249) Continued Anonymous (4) Barbara and Leonard Lewis Bill and Betty Jean Brockwell Bill and Mary Ann Broach Bonnie France Brian and Megan Davis Bruce Miller C. William and Karin Wagner Carol Creasy Cliff and Hazel Davenport Courtney and Peter Van Winkle Dan Stackhouse and Jim Morgan David and Rebecca Miller Deborah and Thomas Mahone Dennis and Marcia Sugumele Diane and Russell Glover Donald and Gail Campbell Donna Pendarvis Dr. and Mrs. Porcher L. Taylor Drs.Harold and Loretta Braxton Frank Creasy Gary and Carol Hotchkiss Gary Wendt In Loving Memory of Pamela Weiseman George and Virginia Beasley James and Margaret Carson Jeff and Patty Beatman Jimmy and Caroline Hartson John and Carolyn Thompson John Bryan Jolene Toscano In Memory of Mike Toscano Judge and Mrs. James F. D'Alton Judy Weston Ken and Nancy Cox Kimberly and Robert Stallings Langdon B. Long Margaret and P.K. Walker Marian Beam Marie and Wayne Taney Marie B. Hawkins Mark and Debra Waddell
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Betty W. Jones Bill and Barbara Goodwyn Bill and Kathy Groves Bill and Linda Harris Bill and Nancy Jeffrey BJ Harding Bob and Vivian Consa Bonnie and Mark Bebar Bruce Miller Bucket and Lynn Taylor Carol Emnett Carol Johnson Carolyn Brown Carolyn L. Clark Carroll Newcomb Cassie Megginson Catherine Butler Cooper Catherine Stone Rolfe Charles and Dare Shreve Charles Miller Charles Stevens Charleta F. Shorts Charlotte and Charles Jones Chester and Brenda Carter Chris Hester Chuck & Stu Chuck and Marsha Friedl Claire Melvin In Honor of Georgia Rogers Farmer Clifford and Elaine Baldwin Clint and Linda Cunningham Connie Brockwell CSM (Ret.) Carlton Branch David R. Foreman Family Dawn Westbrook-Boyd In Memory Of Chuck McCoull Deborah Hare Dennis and Barbara Nugent Dennis Hart In Memory of Betty White Dewey and Gail Litton Diane Dallmeyer Dianna Gabay Selby Don and June Weaver Donald and Brenda Jenkins Donald Case Donell Marker Donna and Robert Clarke Donna H. Devier Doreen and Bob Cadigan Doris Short Dr. Jerome and Betty Skaggs Earl and Linda Acors Edith M. Smith Eldridge and Rebecca Brock Elizabeth Matthews
Ellen and Jim Graham Emily Cole-Jones and Robb Jones Evelyn Peebles Frank N. Walker, Jr. Fred Dendler Gail Moineau George and Dixie Rogers Gina and Robert Sebera Gloria S. Simmons Jacqueline O'Connor James and Cecelia Dvorak James and Jeanie Pond James and Patricia Roscoe James Family Jan Starnes Janice H. Hughes Jayne Sneed In Memory of Her Parents Jean Webb Jeanett Gattis Jeff and Mary Lavarnway Jeff and Toni Clark Jennifer Frank Jerry and Peg Peterson Jesse and Linda Hawes Jim and Rita Turner Jim and Winnie VanLandingham Jimmy Hicks Joan Nemetz Joanne Hilker Jody Smith Strickler Joe Ayers Joe Doran John and Joyce Eichler John Matthews John Murden Joy McCray Joyce D. Michal Joyce T. Jones Karen and Mike Packer Katherine DiPasquale Kathleen Fogerty Kathryn R. Horne Katie Hamann Kay and Jerry McDaniel Kaye and David Newkirk Keith and Pam Carney Kenneth and Judith Shook Kenneth Hoffman In Memory of Betty White Kenneth P. Jones Kevan Spiers In Memory of Clarita Saxon Spiers Kraig and Kimmerly Negaard
Friends ($99 or less) Alan and Catherine Pruett Alice Cabaniss Allan and Jackie Moore Amy Jo Nicholson In Honor of Georgia Rogers Farmer Andrew Schafer Ann H. Dunbar Anonymous (30) Ashton and Genevieve Mellott Audrey Classe Betty Ann Dillon Betty Enright Betty Lou Williams
Contributors through Oct. 21, 2014 Friends ($99 or less) Continued
Friends ($99 or less) Continued
Friends ($99 or less) Continued
Laban and Virginia Lauver Larry and Nila Miller Larry and Stephanie Long Linda and Terry Snyder Linda Morris Cairns Lis Turner Lisa and John Ramos Liz and Charles Nance Llewellyn Richards Lori Kaeberle Louise May LTC and Mrs. Gerald and Elizabeth Berry Lynette Robinson Lynn and Mike Boring Lynne McClendon Malcolm E. Phillips Margaret Lewis Margie Langston Maria D. Melendez Marian Roletter Marion G. Jordan Martha A. Willard Martha J. Horine Mary Arline McGuire Mary J. Franchok Mary Jane Keller Melvin and Margaret Deale Merrill and Shirley Barton Mike and Charlotte Mullins Mr. and Mrs. A.K. Atkinson Mr. and Mrs. George Springer Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Clipp Mr. and Mrs. Paul Llewellyn Mr. and Mrs. Ralph C. Harman, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wasilewski Mr. Claude Gulliford Nancy Alpine Nancy M. Tyler Otis and Frances Brown Patrick Shellenberg Patrick Toscano In Memory of Mike Toscano Patsy and Barry Hatchett Paul and Athana Martin Paul and Judy Hamby Paula Dawson In Memory Of Albert Deiss Pete and Karen Baugh Ray & Cecile Farmer Raymond and Anne Johnson Richard and Ellen Hollands Richard and Randie Schabener Robert and Jean Dunn Robert and Pat Cawthorne Robert and Rusty Tatum Robert Hankins In Memory of Betty White Robert L. Johnson Robyn O'Neill In Honor of Tom Width - Human Being Extraordinaire Ronald and Phyllis Jeffcott Ronald Snead Roy York Sam and Dolores Clement Sandra and Albert Thornton Sheri Oyan Shirley Daniel Shirley G. Armistead
Steve and Jill Woith Suzanne B. Burke Tara and Michael Carroll The Craveys The Hicks Girls The Winkelmann Family Thomas and Joyce Spain Thomas and Patricia Inge Thomas and Sherry Telle Thomas Elder Timothy Farmer In Honor of Georgia Rogers Farmer Tom Width In Memory Of Betty White Walter and Martha Burlington Wayne Batty Wes and Etyhel Andrews William and Connie Bucker William Motley William Quckenbush Patrick and Peggy Toscano In Memory of Michael Toscano Jane Ward Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wasilewski Jean Webb Matching Gift Companies Amica Insurance Foundation (1) The Cameron Foundation (2) The Dominion Foundation (4) Hewlett Packard (1)
From the artistic director
We were very fortunate when Ted Swindley, author of “Always…Patsy Cline” and “Honky-Tonk Angels” (both of which had been produced here at the Mill) approached us about producing the world premiere of his latest script: “The Honky-Tonk Angels Holiday Spectacular”. That was in 2002; and our team was ready and eager to take on the task. Director Tom Width (Me!) and Musical Director Paul Deiss went to work from Ted Swindley’s pages to create a huge hit for the Mill! As we prepared to do this show again here in 2014, I had to keep reminding myself that all of these wonderful vocal and orchestral arrangements were created right here at the Mill by the stunningly talented Paul Deiss, and that our “angels” were the first to say these lines and sing this music, that has since delighted audiences across the country. So we say “Welcome Home” to “The Honky-Tonk Angels Holiday Spectacular”! We’ve missed you!
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Author/Director: Ted Swindley Booking Agent: Joan Kovats Business Management: Melanie Clark Legal Counsel: Calir Burrill, Sawnie "Trip" Aldredge Band and Vocal Orchestrations: Paul Deiss Directors & Designers Directed by Tom Width Musical Direction by Paul Deiss Lighting Design by Joe Doran Costume Design by Maura Lynch Cravey Scenic Design by Tom Width Produced by special arrangement with Ted Swindley Productions
Cast Sue Ellen Smith Barney Fife Robin Arthur Charilee Chess Katrinah Carol Lewis Darlene Purvis Debra Wagoner Angela Bodine Robyn O’Neill
Setting The musical takes place at the Honky-Tonk Heaven, Nashville, Tennessee There will be one fifteen-minute intermission
Orchestra Keyboards Paul Deiss Bass Nancy Millhouse Drums Nick Oyler Guitar Sam Kindle Fiddle
Production Staff Artistic Director Tom Width Assistant to the Director/ASM Zack Owen Stage Manager Tom Width Properties Zack Owen Stitcher Alia Radabaugh Light Board Op Becky Lussier Sound Board Op Sheri Oyan Photography Robyn O’Neill Set Crew Jesse Mattes Austin Cappiello Noah Downs Bob Foley John Mason Tina McDaniel Lighting Crew Jesse Mattes Becky Lussier Amanda Meyers
Songs TITLE
PUBLISHER
WRITER
Overture-Rock Candy Mountain Angels We Have Heard On High It Wasn't God Who Made Honky Tonk Angels Rockin' 'Round The Christmas Tree Country Christmas Christmas Times's A Comin' The Mississippi Squirrel Revival I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus Santa Claus is Coming to Town
VILLA MORET INC ALMO MUSIC CORP PEER MUSIC
Harry McClintock Richard Carpenter J.D. Miller
ST NICHOLAS MUSIC INC
John D. Marks
SURE FIRE MUSIC WARNER CHAPPELL MUSIC RAY STEVENS MUSIC JEWEL MUSIC PUBLISHING CO INC. EMI/GILLESPIE HAVEN MUSIC, DYNATONE PUBLISHING CO. EMI RAY STEVENS MUSIC
Loretta Lynn Tex Logan Kalb Thomas Connor
SONY/ATV
Randy Hatch, William Davidson Rogers & Hammerstein Dolly Parton Willie Nelson Walter Bruce Burch, Michael Leonard Clark, Stephen Lewis Clark, Fred Aylor MacRae JeffFoxworthy, Tim Wilson
Papa's Got a Brand New Bag Peppermint Twist Greatest Little Christmas Ever Was Santa Bring My Baby Home My Favorite Things Coat of Many Colors Pretty Paper Christmas Carol
WILLIAMSON MUSIC CO Velvet Apple Music SONY/ATV MUSIC CITY MUSIC
Redneck 12 Days Of Christmas
WILSON & DI PETTA PUBLISHING BARNABY MUSIC CORP ANNE-RACHEL MUSIC CORPORATION ** ** J & H PUBLISHING COMPANY Irving Music BMG/EMI MUSIC PUBLISHING **
Kay Thompson's Jingle Bells Jingle Bell Rock Christmas in the City of Angels Christmastime in the Valley Feliz Navidad Little Saint Nick Little Old Lady From Pasadena Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer Mama's Applesauce Cake Hunka Burnin' Love Burning Love (Legal Title) Blue Christmas Santa Claus is Back in Town The Jet Set Silent Night Merry Christmas Darlin' What a Wonderful World From A Distance I Believe Unclouded Day Uncloudy Day (Legal Title) Joy to the World (instrumental) Joy to the World Auld Lang Syne
Fred J. Coots, Haven Gillespie James Brown Joey Dee, Henry Glover Ray Stevens
Kay Thompson, John Mandel Joseph Beal, James Boothe
Jose Feliciano Brian Wilson, Mike Love Jan Berry, Roger Donald, Christian Altfeld
** SONY/ATV SONGS
Dennis Linde
UNIVERSAL POLYGRAM JERRY LEIBER MUSIC **
Billy Hayes, Jay Johnson Jerry Lieber, Mike Stoller
IRVING MUSIC ABILENE MUSIC/QUARTET MUSIC/RANGE ROAD MUSIC CHERRY RIVER MUSIC/ IRVING MUSIC/JULIE GOLD MUSIC ** EMI
Carpenters Richard Carpenter, Frank Pooler Robert Thiele, George Weiss Julie Gold
Willie Nelson
IRVING MUSIC
Hoyt Axton
LOMBARDO MUSIC
Guy Lombardo
** Song publisher information to be provided at a later time.
About the Actors Robin Arthur (Sue Ellen) has been working as a dancer, actor, director, choreographer, and teacher for… well, for longer than she’d like to admit! Performance credits include: Honky Tonk Angels, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Death of a Salesman, and The Clean House. Direction and choreography credits include: Shrek, Honk, Into the Woods, Seussical the Musical, and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. A graduate of North Carolina State University, Robin also currently teaches dance and math for the Orchard House School. Katrinah Carol Lewis (Charilee) is blissfully fulfilling her dream of acting and singing her life away and is delighted to be back at the Mill working with Tom and Paul and these amazingly talented women! Past Swift Creek Mill credits include: The Marvelous Wonderettes, The Winter Wonderettes, Once on this Island, Once Upon a Mattress, A Dash of Rosemary, Sideshow and several shows in the Youth Series, including having the honor of playing Miss Candy Cane in the 2009 Drifty show! Katrinah has a BFA in Theatre from VCU and studied Voice at the Levine School of Music in Washington DC. Other favorites credits include: The Color Purple with Virginia Rep (RTCC Award- Best Musical 2014); Death and the Maiden with Henley Street/Richmond Shakespeare (RTCC Nomination-Best Actress 2014); Good People with Cadence Theatre; Gidion’s Knot at HATTheatre with Carol Piersol (RTCC Award - Best Ensemble Acting 2013); Race with Carol Piersol; Ohio State Murders (RTCC Nomination -Best Actress 2012) and Dessa Rose (RTCC Award- People’s Choice 2012) with Firehouse Theatre. Namaste. ROBYN O’NEILL (Angela) is just tickled to death to be reunited with three of her favorite gals (and Tom and Paul, too!) here at the Honky Tonk Heaven! Favorite roles include Annie Oakley in Annie Get Your Gun, Reno Sweeney in Anything Goes, the Witch in Into the Woods, and Sally Brown in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown at Virginia Rep; Eve/Mama Noah in Children of Eden, Martha in The Secret Garden, Daisy Hilton in Side Show, and Nellie Collins in Floyd Collins here at Swift Creek Mill; and Dot/Marie in Sunday in the Park with George at Dogwood Dell. Robyn has had the privilege of appearing as a soloist with the Richmond Symphony, and was the 2005 recipient of Richmond Magazine's Theresa Pollak Award. When not on stage, she can often be found shooting actors in the alley behind Virginia Rep! www.robynoneill.com Debra Wagoner (Darlene) is delighted to bring the Honky Tonk Angels back to the Mill for the holidays! Her previous Mill roles include Penelope Pennywise in Urinetown, for which she received the Richmond Theatre Critics Circle award, and Patsy Cline in Always, Patsy Cline, for which she received the Richmond TimesDispatch's Phoebe award and the Theresa Pollak Prize from Richmond Magazine. She has also appeared at the Mill as Sister Mary Amnesia in Nunsense, Yonah in Children of Eden, and Cinderella in Into the Woods. Other favorite roles include Rona Lisa Peretti in The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, Florence Foster Jenkins in Souvenir, and the title role in Violet with Virginia Rep. She sends love to her husband Joe Pabst, and to her parents Janet and Mickey Wagoner.
Ted Swindley Biography Ted Swindley has directed and/or produced over 200 plays for over 20 years. Some of his outstanding directorial credits include world premieres, classics and musicals including, Carnal Knowledge, Pacific Overtures, Follies, and Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, along with rotating repertory projects such as Havel's The Memorandum with Giradoux's The Madwoman Of Chaillot, Thornton Wilder's Our Town and Les Liaisons Dangereuses with The Imprtance Of Being Earnest. Ted was named Esquire magazine's register of Americans for Outstanding Achievement in Arts and Letters, and was featured in Southern Living Magazine. In 2007 he was a keynote speaker at the Southwestern Theatre Conference. He was also the recipient of the Los Angeles Dramalogue Award for outstanding direction and nominated for the Los Angeles Critics Award for his work at the Pasadena Playhouse. He is the Founding Artistic Director of Stages Repertory Theatre, the second largest theatre in Houston, Texas. There he implemented such diverse programming as the Texas Playwrights Festival, for which he won national recognition in 1986 from the Wall Street Journal and Backstage Magazine. Best known for creating the hit musical, Always…Patsy Cline, which was one of the top ten shows produced across the country in 1998, he has also director in over 60 theatres. The Honky Tonk Angels is his latest hit, and he has complete the trilogy with The Honky Tonk Angels Holiday Spectacular, and Bubba's Revenge, (which all can be done independently of each other). He has just recently premiered his latest work, Bachelor Pad in New York City, and completed a Southern adaptation of The Importance Of Being Earnest, entitled The Importance Of Bein' Earnest, and a play, Stories My Grandmother Told Me which had it's premiere in Kansas City, MO, January 2008. He is an active member of the Dramatists Guild and The Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers, and is a member of the Playwrights/Directors Workshop at the famed Actors Studio in New York City. His latest show is Becoming Kinky: The World According to Kinky Friedman.
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Do You Wanna Build a Snowman? YES. Once upon a time at Swift Creek Mill... the year was 1989, and the playhouse launched its first official holiday kids show. The community loved the idea, and a tradition was born. As the years passed, the annual show grew and flourished and included an array of colorful characters. There were Betty Bear, Santa and Mrs. Claus, Pepita the Elf, Cowboy Jim, Max Von Strudel, Betsy the Cow, Miss Candy Cane and many more fun personalities that entertained (and enlightened) children during the holiday season. But perhaps the most notable, and most beloved, character is Drifty the Snowman, who continues to delight entire families with his annual appearances. This childlike snowman loves to learn something new, as he makes friends and goes on adventures. Drifty is silly. And fun. And, well... "drifty" at times. This magical North Pole snowman has been played by actress Joy Williams since his first appearance in 1991, and no one could portray the same sentient-snowinspired persona as Joy. Drifty is full of the innocence and playfulness that reminds us of what our own lives were like as kids, when our world was new and anything was possible. Maybe that's why he returns every year to bring us new joy (no pun intended.) From school field trips to families, the holiday play featuring Drifty is always the highlight of the Swift Creek Mill Youth Series. In the beginning, the snowman character was part of shows featuring Betty Bear, written by Ron Barnett. In 1993, the snowman became the main character in a play entitled Allison's Christmas at Home, written by Holly Gems Timberline and Paul Deiss. 1996 was the first year the play was written solely by Paul Deiss, and it was also the year that introduced Drifty's friend Cowboy Jim. Paul continues to create new plays and music for Drifty every year, complete with unique guest stars and new story lines. And Drifty remains the lovable and dependable icon that the community has embraced. Traditions as a whole are underrated. It seems many of them too often fade away into our busy lifestyles. Why can't there be something that stays the same? While we can't promise that time will stand still, we can say that there are no plans for Drifty to go anywhere, and we invite you to celebrate in this local tradition with us. Do YOU wanna build a snowman? Until the flakes fall, come enjoy ours instead.
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Theatre Staff Theatre Operations – Tom Width, Artistic Director Paul Deiss, Musical Director Joe Doran, Lighting Designer Maura Lynch Cravey, Costume Designer Operations and Programming – Jennifer Procise, Director of Development and Marketing (Interim Managing Director) Darlene Arrington, Food Service and Office Manager Pat Foley, Director of Children’s Theatre Programming Genevieve Mellott, Development and Marketing Coordinator
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Admission Policies By purchasing a ticket and/or attending any performance at Swift Creek Mill, you agree to the following Admissions Policies of Swift Creek Mill Theatre. This information is available online, in the Mainstage playbill and by request. The Admissions Policies are subject to change without notice. Reservations: Phone: (804) 748-5203 Online: www.swiftcreekmill.com/tickets. Payment for Mainstage shows is required at the time of reservation. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, cash, and local checks are accepted. For show schedule, please contact our office or visit www.swiftcreekmill.com. Office Hours: Mon. – Fri. 10 AM – 7 PM; Sat. 10 AM – 7 PM (in-season) and Mon. – Fri. 10 AM – 7 PM; Sat. 10 AM – 5 PM (off-season) Address: PO Box 41, 17401 Jefferson Davis Hwy, South Chesterfield, VA 23834 www.swiftcreekmill.com Delivery Policy: Tickets are now available via Will Call, Print-at-Home, and on the Walletini mobile app for Android and iPhone. With any ticket method, please bring your receipt (emailed to you after purchase) for faster service at check-in. Tickets may be purchased at the door if available. Mainstage Refund Policy: Individuals – Refunds for Mainstage tickets are available up to 48 hours prior to the performance. Rain checks are offered for individuals up to 24 hours prior and are redeemable for 2 years. Groups – Group refunds are not available. Youth Series Refund Policy: Refunds are available for up to four (4) people 48 hours prior to the performance. Seating: Mainstage productions are reserved seating. Advance reservations are recommended for Theatre Only and required for Buffet and Theatre. The buffet is offered in the main-level Mill Room and may be offered in the lowerlevel Granite Room, followed by the performance in the second-floor theatre. Special Needs: We can best serve you when we know your needs at the time of your reservation. Elevator access and wheelchair seating are available for main level dining and second-floor theatre performances. Granite Room dining requires the use of stairs. Dining room assignments are made prior to the show date; please let our staff know your needs – physical, dietary, or other – in advance so that we may assist you. Dining: Reservations are required for dining. Swift Creek Mill features dining in a refined, historic atmosphere. Our famous Virginia-style Buffet is offered prior to Mainstage performances. Doors open for dining two hours before curtain. Meal price includes coffee, tea or water, appetizer, main course buffet, and dessert. Sodas and bar drinks are not included. Tax is applied to meal and a la carte items in accordance with state and local law. Our wait staff works hard to provide exceptional service. Gratuity is appreciated. Gift Certificates: Gift certificates are redeemable for two years. Promotional gift certificates or passes expire according to the expiration date listed. Promotional gift certificates or passes may not be combined with other discounts, passes, promotions, or coupons, and they have no cash value. Discounts: Senior, Military & Student discounts - 10% off the normal ticket price for any Mainstage performance. Rush - $20 theatre only tickets, based on availability one hour prior to any show. Discounts cannot be combined with other
Admission Policies (Continued) discounts, passes, promotions, or coupons, and they have no cash value. Groups - Mainstage: Groups of 15 or more people qualify for special rates for Mainstage performances. For more information or to schedule your group outing, call (804) 748-5203 or e-mail groupsales@swiftcreekmill.com. Groups - Youth: Student groups of 20 or more qualify for special rates for original Youth Series performances. Group rates do not apply for student performances of Mainstage shows. The Youth Series is designed for students attending with teachers, parents and/or chaperones. Tickets are not available for adults not accompanying a child. To reserve seats or for more information, call 804-7485203 or e-mail childrenstheater@swiftcreekmill.com Restrictions: The operation of cameras, video cassette recorders and other recording devices is strictly prohibited during all performances at Swift Creek Mill Theatre. Theatrical Design: The Mill has a reputation for offering high quality theatre. Some Mainstage productions may include the use of strong language, special or strobe lighting, non-harmful fog machines, and/or other devices and techniques. Notice is given prior to these performances. Please feel free to inquire about the content and nature of a production prior to the show. Smoking Policy: Swift Creek Mill Theatre maintains smoke-free buildings. The dining rooms are subject to the same Virginia smoking laws for restaurants. Occasionally, smoking by actors may be appropriate for the accurate portrayal of individual characters or the truthful telling of the story and is not intended to be construed as approval or glorification of the behavior of smoking. Inclement Weather: In the event a show is canceled due to inclement weather, a rain check, refund or alternate performance date will be offered at the discretion of Management. Privacy Policy: We respect and are committed to protecting your privacy. We may collect personally identifiable information when you visit our website. We also automatically receive and record information on our server logs from your browser including your IP address, cookie information and the page(s) you visited. We will not sell your personally identifiable information to anyone. Security Policy: Your payment and personal information are safe. Our Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) software is the industry standard and among the best software available today for secure commerce transactions. It encrypts all of your personal information, including credit card number, name, and address, so that it cannot be read over the Internet.
Featured Artwork Swift Creek Mill Theatre is proud to present artwork from area artists selected to be in our Featured Artists Program. Their art is on display in the Historic Mill Room (main level). For contact information for a current artist, please see our Box Office Manager. For program information email gmellott@swiftcreekmill.com or call 804-748-5203.
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