A tradition of live theatre with style, class and heart since 1983
A tradition of live theatre with style, class and heart since 1983
December 13 and 16: A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
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You can also reserve tickets by calling 215-860-7058 or e-mailing tickets@newtownartscompany.com.
Unless otherwise noted, all shows are performed at
120 N. State Street
Newtown, PA 18940
The final production of Newtown Arts Company's 2018 season is the musical tour-de-force MAME, with performances December 6 through 12 at the historic Newtown Theatre, 120 N. State Street, Newtown, PA 18940. With book by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee, MAME
features music and lyrics by Jerry Herman.
“Life’s a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving to death!” That's the motto of Mame Dennis (Meg Waldowski or Yardley), a well-to-do New Yorker of the 1920s. She is surprised by a “wonderful present”: a 10-year-old orphan nephew named Patrick (double cast: Ethan Hinshaw of Bensalem and Andrew Loudon of Newtown), who changes her life.
Mame's new charge brings her into sharp conflict with best friend Vera Charles (Teresa Beacheane of Horsham), a multi-martini grand dame of the legitimate theatre who can’t stand children. Patrick's nanny, Agnes Gooch (Jennifer Pilchman of Warrington) doesn’t approve of the irrepressible things which go on in Mame’s Beekman Place apartment, and yet she inevitably falls under her spell. With the balloon burst of the Depression, it looks as if banker Babcock (Joseph Stockette of Langhorne) is grooming young Patrick to be a member of the Establishment, which Mame is dead-set against. Mature Patrick (Harry Morford of Yardley) seems to be slipping away into conformity, but with Mame’s endless resources, she rescues him from a life of drabness and snobbery.
MAME opened on Broadway in 1966, starring Angela Lansbury and Bea Arthur. The show became a hit and spawned a 1974 film with Lucille Ball in the title role and Bea Arthur reprising her supporting role.
Jerry Herman’s celebrated score includes the rousing title number, plus “Open a New Window,” If He Walked Into My Life,” “My Best Girl,” “We Need a Little Christmas,” “Bosom Buddies” and “That’s How Young I Feel.” With spirit, humor, class and wit, MAME is sure to thrill audiences for generations to come.
MAME is directed by Rhett Commodaro, music directed by Susan den Outer and choreographed by Lucy Fisher. Costumes are designed by Ruth Schanbacher, assisted by Malloree Neuman and Jane Landes. Amelia Ball is stage manager, assisted by Greg Kopcho. Lisa Reiser is producer, assisted by Anita Getz.
Performances: Thurs., Dec. 6, Tues., Dec. 11 and Weds., Dec. 12 at 7:30 p.m.; Fri., Dec. 7 at 8 p.m.; Sat., Dec. 8 at 8 p.m.; Sun., Dec. 9, matinee at 2 p.m.
Tickets: $22-$25-$37 with $2 discount for students and groups of 10 or more.
Tickets can be purchased online, by phone at 800-838-3006, or at the Newtown Theatre Box Office one hour before curtain on performance dates.
For information call 215-860-7058 or email tickets@newtownartscompany.com.
Announcing Auditions December 13 and 16Newtown Arts Company is pleased to announce auditions for the first show of its 2019 season.
DATES: Thurs., Dec. 13, from 6:30 to 9:00 PM; Sun., Dec. 16, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. Callbacks will be held Mon., Dec. 17 from 6:30 to 9:00 PM by invitation. (If you are interested in auditioning but can’t make these dates/times, please contact us at tickets@newtownartscompany.com, as other accommodations may be made.)
LOCATION: Community Crossing Church, Room #4, 80 Lower Silver Lake Rd, Newtown, PA 18940
PERFORMANCE DATES: April 11 to 17 (no performance Monday, April 15)
REQUIREMENTS: Sign up for a 30-minute time slot. Appointments preferred, but walk-ups may be able to be accommodated. Complete the audition form in advance and bring it with you. Make sure to include schedule conflicts! Bring a head shot or recent photo, and a resume (if you have one). Prepare to sing 16-32 measures of a Broadway show song that demonstrates vocal ability. Please bring your own sheet music; we will provide an accompanist. All roles are open, and some actors may be cast in multiple roles.
Forum Audition Form (201.0 KB)
PRODUCTION TEAM: Jim McCrane, Director; Susan den Outer, Music Director; Natalie Taptykoff and Eileen Bronkovic, Producers
For questions, please contact us at tickets@newtownartscompany.com or 215-860-7058.
Newtown Arts Company is pleased to announce its exciting 36th season and to offer you the opportunity to purchase an economical Season Subscription before tickets go on sale to the general public. Our lineup includes three block-buster musicals, a chilling thriller and a stirring family drama. In addition, subscribers receive a ticket for our family-friendly Classics for Kids production in March.
Now is the time to purchase a season subscription. You’ll get your selection of seats in one of three seating categories, including Row I, coveted for its extra leg room. Download the order form below for details.
Once you have reserved your seats and days, they are yours for the season. And we realize that plans can change, so you can easily exchange tickets for any show to a different day at any point during the season.
Contact us at tickets@newtownartscompany.com or 215-860-7058 for more information.
In Memory of Joe McKernanWe are very sad to share the news that Joe McKernan, President of Newtown Arts Company, passed away on Friday, February 16, after a brief, but hard-fought, battle with cancer. Joe was an inspiring leader, a talented actor and director, and a caring friend to many.
Joe appeared on stage, often with his beloved wife, Anne, and cherished sons, Jack and Liam, most recently in our April 2017 production of Titanic, and directed our productions of Twelfth Night, Stage Door, and our October 2017 production of To Kill A Mockingbird.
At Anne's request, a scholarship fund is being established in Joe's memory. If you'd like to make a donation to this annual scholarship for deserving students pursuing higher education in the arts, please send a check payable to Newtown Arts Company, with McKernan Scholarship on the memo line, and send to:
Newtown Arts Company, Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 635, Newtown, PA 18940.
Anne and the family thank everyone for their outpouring of love and support.
Visit Bucks County is the official tourism promotion agency for Bucks County and serves to create economic impact and support hospitality-related organizations in the County. The tourism office is one of the leading economic development agencies in Bucks County generating nearly $1 billion in economic impact for the County by promoting the region to visitors.
Visit Bucks County has generously awarded grants to Newtown Arts Company that have helped enhance our productions and improve our infrastructure:
* December 2017 -- $3,000 for photography and videography equipment, software, photography services and training
* June 2017 -- $3,000 for the production of Beauty and the Beast
* December 2016 -- $2,000 for audio equipment
* June 2015 -- $2,000 for audio and lighting equipment rental
* June 2011 -- $2,000 for website redesign
We couldn't continue to bring you quality live theatre without the generosity and support of our Season Sponsors and Corporate Donors.
