Little Shop of Horrors” is presented with special permissions through Music Theatre International
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Thank you for joining us for our final show of the 2006-2007 season,
Little Shop of Horrors. This has been one of our best ever seasons and we
hope this last show entertains you as much as our first two shows. I know
you will have a great time.
Over the last 19 years, FRC has entertained many thousands of theatre
lovers, just like you. We hope you enjoy this show as much as we love
bringing it to the stage. Our actors, musicians, stage management,
production team and our extensive volunteer support staff are all key
components of our theatre, but without your continued support, all their
hard work would be in vain. I applaud and thank you.
Les Sorenson
President - Front Row Centre Players
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DIRECTOR’S NOTES
When one works in theatre, one is often surrounded
by divas… fortunately with this show they’re a rarity.
I’ve been lucky to work with an amazing team of
actors, directorial team and production crew that
are amazing, that keep their senses of humour during
high-stress times and are able to deal with various
different unexpected details that come at them
from oddball directions.
However, there is one diva that we’ve all had to deal
with – one with which all productions of Little Shop
of Horrors inevitably must contend. The kicker is
that this one can’t act and has no stage presence
whatsoever. At least, not until talented people
prompt, shove, cajole and speak on this diva’s behalf.
Who is this diva? Audrey II.
The biggest, greenest (with just a touch of purple) diva ever to step foot on a stage.
Little Shop of Horrors is, at its core, a puppet show based on an old, cult movie from
decades past. Turned into a remarkable creature of the stage in the 1980s by the
pre-Disney team of Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, it became a perennially
popular film a few years later. It’s been a crowd-pleaser ever since. And the four
puppets that create the illusion of ravenous diva Audrey II are no little part of its
success.
Little Shop is a sweet love story, a satire of horror movie conventions, an over-thetop ethnic comedy, a low-brow piece of vaudeville and a compilation of continually
memorable music. And it’s being brought to life by an amazing team of which I am
so, so proud to be a part. It’s been an amazing and truly enjoyable experience, from
the music to the choreography, the acting to the lighting, sound, various special
effects and an amazing stage management team to all the other people whom I
would like to mention here if the space existed. Their names are found elsewhere in
this program. Take a look for them, and give ‘em thanks for making this show.
Have fun – that’s what this evening and this show are about. Leave with a smile on
your face and a couple tunes jiggling in the back of your head. Tell others about this
show, encourage them to see it and other offerings Calgary’s rich community
theatre provides. Then go home to your own gardens, basking in the experience. BUT
– and I can’t stress this enough – when you return to your gardens – whatever they
offer you, don’t feed the plants.
We’ll have tomorrow!
Joey Sayer,
Director.May, 2007
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Directed by Joey Sayer
Originally produced by the WPA Theatre (Kyle Renick, Producing
Director)
Originally produced at the Orpheum Theatre, New York City by the
WPA Theatre, David Geffen, Cameron Mackintosh and the Shubert
Organization
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
was originally
Directed by Howard Ashman
with
Musical Staging by Edie Cowan
Vocal Arrangements by Robert Billig
Orchestrations by Robert Merkin
THE VIDEOTAPING OF THIS PRODUCTION IS A VIOLATION
OF UNITED STATES COPYRIGHT LAW AND AN ACTIONABLE
FEDERAL OFFENSE
“Little Shop of Horrors” is presented with special permissions
through Music Theatre International
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SONG SYNOPSIS
Location: Skid Row, 1961
ACT ONE
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2.
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Prologue (Little Shop of Horrors) - Crystal, Ronnette, Chiffon
Skid Row (Downtown) - Company
Da – Doo - Seymour, Crystal, Ronnette, Chiffon
Grow for Me - Seymour
Don't It Go to Show Ya Never Know- Crystal, Ronnette, Chiffon,
Mushnick, Seymour
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Somewhere That's Green - Audrey
Closed for Renovations - Company
Dentist! - Orin, Crystal, Ronnette, Chiffon
Mushnik and Son - Mushnick, Seymour
Feed Me (Git It) - Audrey II, Seymour
Now (It's Just the Gas) - Orin, Seymour
ACT TWO
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Call Back in the Morning - Company
Suddenly, Seymour - Audrey, Seymour
Suppertime - Audrey II, Audrey
The Meek Shall Inherit - Crystal, Ronnette, Chiffon, Company
Finale (Don't Feed the Plants) - Company
There will be a 20 minute intermission between ACTS 1 and 2
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THE DINNER MENU – MAIN COURSE
Seymour Krelborn
Dave Gagnier
Seymour Krelborn
Levon Yon
Audrey
Christine Horne
Orin
Lindsay Robertson
Audrey II Voice
Chris Willott
Mr. Mushnik
Carl Bishop
Crystal
Krista Vander Neut
Ronnette
Heather Oystryk
Chiffon
Lyndsey Paterson
Audrey II Puppeteer
Andrea Vander Neut
Audrey II Puppeteer
Understudy
Brenda Goyetche
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2007 Calgary Community Theatre Awards
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THE MAIN COURSE
Dave Gagnier (Seymour Krelborn)
Dave is feeling very fortunate to be a part of this Little Shop of
Horrors team. Previous credits include: 12 Angry Men, One Flew Over
the Cuckoo's Nest and It's a Wonderful Life (echo37), The Pirates of
Penzance and The Glass Menagerie (Morpheus Theatre), Seussical!
And Beauty & the Beast (StoryBook Theatre), and How to Succeed In
Business Without Really Trying (FRC). Thanks to Dan, Marcello and
Cappuccino Musical Theatre for introducing me to Seymour 10 years
ago. Thanks to Levon for the inspiration and teamwork and to the cast
and crew for all of the fun. Most of all, thanks to Stephanie, my
family, and all of my true friends who have seen me through a fun 10
years of theatre in Calgary. It's been fun. Enjoy the show.
Levon Yon (Seymour Krelborn)
Levon was last seen as the man in the battlepants - Che in FRC's
production of Evita. He's also had the opportunity to play great roles
with FRC such as Judas in JCS and the Leading Player in Pippin. He
wants to thank FRC for continuing to cast him in their shows...because,
as he said while participating in a kids gameshow when he was 12,
"(He's) not a very funny guy". He feels extremely honoured (and
humbled) to have been able to work with such a talented group of
people in the Little Shop cast, crew and band.
Christine Horne (Audrey)
Christine is having the time of her life doing her favourite things –
working with wonderfully giving and talented people, learning fun
music, and performing. Sharing the stage with a gigantic carnivorous
plant is just a bonus! Other shows for FRC include "Company"
(Jenny), "Kiss Me Kate" (Kate), "A New Brain" (Rhoda), and "Evita"
(Eva Peron). Special thanks to Joey, Mary Anne, Wilma and Karen,
our fabulous fearless leaders, and, as always, to Terry and my boys
for coming to watch Mom's play – again.
Carl Bishop (Mr. Mushnik )
This is Carl's very first show. In fact he only started acting a few
weeks ago, but thanks to his well honed skills in time travel you may
have seen him in previous FRC shows such as Guys and Dolls, Bye Bye
Birdie and Kiss Me Kate. He looks forward to doing many more shows
with FRC and a few with William Shakespeare a few centuries ago.
Thanks for coming to see our show and always remember...Save the
Cheerleader, Save the World.
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THE MAIN COURSE
CONT…
Lindsay Robertson (Orin)
Lindsay has been on stage for the better part of 13 years. This is his
second show here in Calgary (Pied Piper WOO HOO!) He has played
roles such as Curly in Oklahoma!, Captain Hook in Peter Pan, The
Wolf/ Prince in Into the Woods, Jim in The Glass Menagerie, and
Bigglewump in Pied Piper. Lindsay is starting school at the Canadian
College of Performing Arts in September. He is so excited and
honored to be on stage with this amazingly talented cast and
especially honored to be on stage with his cousin Levon.
"There are no small roles....just small actors"
MEAN, GREEN
AND
HUNGRY!!
Chris Willott (Voice of Audrey II)
To quote the eminently quotable 'Clue' movie:
Mrs. White: "Are you a cop?"
Mr. Green: "No, I'm a plant."
Miss Scarlet: "A plant? I thought men like you were usually called a fruit."
Mr. Green: "Very funny."
As an actor, Chris always thought that if he were to play a vegetable
it would be in a drama like 'Awakenings' or 'While You were Sleeping'.
Alas! This was not to be. Instead, He is much more lively, much more
green, and his bed pan is more of a pot. Oh yeah, and if anyone makes
any 'fruit' references, he'll dismember you and eat you for lunch.
Enjoy the show!
Andrea Vander Neut – Audrey II Puppeteer
Andrea is thrilled to be working with FRC! After completing a degree
in Theatre Studies (Collective Creation) at York University Andrea
moved to Calgary to start her career as an interpreter. Happy to be
on stage again - as plant guts, Andrea would especially like to thank
Brenda for teaming this one so she could do the show and go to
Juilliard for the second half of the run. It's been a blast! Note: No
muppets were harmed in the making of this production.
Brenda Goyetche – Audrey II Puppeteer Understudy
A graduate of John Abbott College's (Montreal) Professional Theatre
Design Program, Brenda has been involved in the theatre for over 10
years. Her most recent experience as a set, costume, lighting and
sound designer include Misery, Marion Bridge, The Nutcracker: a play
and A Midsummer Night's Dream. Brenda was nominated for and
ACTCO award for her costume design for Scarborough Players
Production of Picasso at the Lapin Agile. This is Brenda's first
production with FRC and she is thrilled to be part of the team.
Thanks Andrea for thinking of asking me to be the Audrey2
Understudy!
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THE APPETIZERS
Krista Vander Neut (Crystal)
Krista is ecstatic to be working on another show with FRC. You may
have seen her in other FRC productions dancing and singing up a storm
Hair, Cabaret, Kiss Me Kate or at the Edmonton Fringe Festival in
Eating Raoul or playing Columbia in Rocky Horror Picture show. If you
haven't seen her in a while it's because she is studying away at the
University of Lethbridge but she is almost done and will be a teacher
by Christmas (scary isn't it). Krista says that besides working with
Donny Osmond in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in
Toronto, Little Shop of Horrors is by far her favourite show so far.
Krista would like to thank her H2B Christopher Willott her Sister
Andrea (the plant guts) and her Mom because with out them, she
wouldn't be here.
Heather Oystryk (Ronnette.)
Heather has been performing since the age of 4. She has worked with
many different theatre companies across Canada, such as Live Bait
Theatre, The Annapolis Royal Theatre Company, The Acadia Theatre
Company, NoSco Theatre, Storybook Theatre and Front Row Centre
Players. Some of her favorite parts include Jennie (Guilty, the Story
of the Great Amherst Mystery), Gypsy Woman /Dance Captain (Under
the Night), Yvette (Mother Courage), Cecily (The Importance of Being
Earnest), Cecily (Travesties), Jean (Nappely) and Harlequin
(Pinocchio). Heather teaches drama (among other things) in Calgary,
and can be heard singing with her band 4 Stories High.
Lyndsey Paterson (Chiffon)
Lyndsey couldn't be more thrilled than to be back on stage singing in
Little Shop! Oh the Memories! Thank you so much for the opportunity
to be a part of such a great cast and show! Also, thanks for the
support to all friends and family, you know who you are, love you all!
And thanks to "my agent!" *winkwink* Hope everyone has fun
watching the show! Oh, and please send all floral arrangements to the
stage door, they'll know what to do.
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THE GARDENERS
Joey Sayer - Director
It is easy being green. Little Shop of Horrors is Joey’s fifth show directed for FRC…
previously, Cabaret, Eating Raoul, Pippin and Hair: the American Tribal Love/Rock Musical.
For other companies, shows have included Ruthless! The Musical for Curtain Call
Productions and WEX, The International Stud and Torch Song Trilogy for White Rose
Theatre Guild. He acted – God help us all – a few times as well… “Eddie/Dr. Scott” in The
Rocky Horror Show (Front Row Centre), “Hooded Fang” in Jacob Two-Two Meets the
Hooded Fang (Storybook Theatre) and “Noun” in Adventure on the Planet Grammar (Ecole
Colonel Forbes) – Eat your heart out, Schoolhouse Rock!
Mary Anne Wilson – Music Director and Synthesizer
Mary Anne has enjoyed every minute of the Little Shop experience! Over the past few
years, she has been Music Director for Jacob Two-two Meets the Hooded Fang, and The
Mikado, as well as co-Music Director for Trial by Jury and HMS Pinafore, and was
Assistant Music Director for The Gondoliers. She would like to thank everyone in this
wonderful cast, production team, musicians and crew – you people are all amazing!
Darren Stewart – Producer, FOH and Publicity
This is Darren's second foray into the administrative side of Front Row Centre. After
several years of limelight, he was surprised at how entertaining the "dark side" of
theatre could be. Thanks to a great crew, to Les Sorenson and to Erin for her support.
Jennifer Underhill (Stage Manager)
Jennifer is pleased to be part of the stage management team of FRC for the 2007
season. She called Oklahoma from the booth, stage managed the blockbuster hit Chicago,
and now lends her abilities to stage managing Little Shop of Horrors. Her previous forays
into stage management have been with Storybook Theatre (Seussical the Musical, Beauty
and the Beast, and others) and Morpheus Theatre (Lend Me a Tenor). Jennifer would like
to thank the production team, crew and cast for being so flexible and fun to work with!
Paul Hilton – Lighting Design
This show will be Paul's 10th for Front Row Centre. He has also designed for Workshop
Theatre, the Liffey Players, Morpheus Theatre, Broad Minds/The Shakespeare Co. and
the Bonavista Players. His lighting designs have received C.A.T. and Workshop Theatre
awards. Thanks to the love of my life, Rose, and anyone who knows how great Source 4s
are!
Andrea Katz – Technical Assistant
After completing Red Deer College's Technical Theatre Program and spending a summer
at the Banff Center for the Arts Andrea took a sabbatical from the theatre scene. She
is thrilled to be back and has developed a special bond with Audrey II after the trip to
Fort McMurray where her adoption took place.
Trish Befus (Asst Producer)
Trish decided to step out of the safety of the booth and help with producing. Past shows
with FRC as stage manager are Man of La Mancha, Evita and Hair. She sits on the board
for Scorpio Theatre as secretary. Last year she did 7 shows, including a tour with Rocky
Mountain College. Thanks to Darren for helping her learn to produce. And to Jennifer and
Andrea just for being them!
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THE BOTANISTS
Director
Producer
Assistant Producer
Music Director
Band Leader
Choreographer
Stage Manager
Assistant Stage Manager
Technical Director
Costume Design
Assistant to the Costume Designer
Costume Construction
Set Design
Set Construction
Lighting Designer
Lighting Setup Crew
Lighting Board Operation
Follow Spot Operator
Sound Design and Operator
Properties
Running Crew
Audrey II Design and Construction
Front of House Managers
Hair and Makeup Design
Marketing
Poster Design and Printing
Program Design
Photography
Joey Sayer
Darren Stewart
Trish Befus
Mary Anne Wilson
Wilma Rothbauer
Karen Iwanski-Doutre
Jennifer Underhill
Pat Baceda and Kathy Patterson
Andrea Katz
Frank Macleod
Dianne Eberhardt
Frank Macleod, Dianne Eberhardt,
Christine Horne, Lisa Madill
Joey Sayer
Peter Willott
Paul Hilton
Nick Schesnuk, Laura Herdman, Alex Beavis
Paige Underhill
Laura Herdman
Andrea Katz
Jennifer Underhill
Tim Elliott, Alina Cox, Tracy Smith
Randall Fraser (Lucky Wolf Creations) with
the assistance of students and volunteers at
Keyano College.
Les Sorenson, Erin Madill, Darren Stewart
Cat Bentley
Ron Seidel, Darren Stewart,
Trish Befus, Megan Bailey
J.P. Thibodeau
Les Sorenson
Janet St. Germain
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THE LITTE SHOP SYNCOPATED ENSEMBLE
From the front right to left; Back left to right
Wilma Rothbauer (Band Leader, Show and Rehearsal Pianist)
Wilma never uses all 88 keys (heaven forbid) or all 10 fingers, but is really excited
to be part of another FRC show. Thanks Joey and Mary Anne and an incredible cast!
Bruce Robin: Percussion
Bruce Robin, originally from Lethbridge, now calls Cochrane home. Bruce has played
drums and percussion since age thirteen in many different styles of music. He has
been in several Lethbridge Musical Theatre productions, as well as numerous
summer productions and traditional English Christmas pantomimes. Bruce is also
heard in the Calgary Civic Symphony’s percussion section and is an avid jazz
drummer, performing with Westwinds Music Society’s and a smaller combo in
Cochrane.
Bill White (Bass)
Bill has been playing Bass for nearly 25 years and one day hopes to learn how to use
all four strings. Contrary to popular belief the bass is never too loud! This is Bill's
third show with FRC.
Mary Anne Wilson – Music Director and Synthesizer
Jim Shultz (Guitar)
Jim is delighted to be part of the show, many thanks to Wilma, Joey, cast and crew
for their effort and dedication. "Let's do the time warp...", whoops, wrong Horror
musical - but Little Shop is great too. Jim plays in several jazz groups around town
and always enjoys the opportunity to take part in community theatre.
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SPECIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
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The Honorable Gene Maurice for his generous donation
Oh Canada Eh! for loan of props and saving our butts!
SAIT for the loan of the Dentists Chair
Rose Hilton and Flower Fusion
Alan Roberts for all his help with the Audrey II
J.P. Thibodeau for FRC Poster Design and Printing
janet st. germain photography
RHaPSody Shadowcast for helping to publicize the show
Chianti Café and Restaurant – 1438 17th Ave S.W.
Digital Jungle Electronic Print Services for program printing
Storybook Theatre for the Cyc and their support
Morpheus Theatre for sharing their keyboard for rehearsals
Levon Yon for loan of synthesizer for the show
The staff of the Pumphouse Theatre for never ending support
Alberta Lotteries
Alberta Foundation for the Arts
Front of House Volunteers
Sydney Allen
Cindy Anderson
Lisa Antichow
Brett Bauer
Jillian Bauer
Kathy Bauer
Donna Barnfield
Carolyn Byers
Kim Cameron
Faith Casement
Sue Chenier
Linda Chudey
Virginia Clark
Fred Clemens
Maidie Couvillon
Doris Crites
Tom Crites
Carine Desender
Lorne Drabinsky
Sara Drabinsky
Zena Drabinsky
Deb Finkleman
Shari Finkleman
Blair Gallant
Michele Gallant
Jacques Gerard
Dawn Harvey
Tanya Heschl
Stefanie Holick
Andrew Hui
Christel Hutka
Pasqualina Iapaolo
Jessica Jain
Reva Kislik
Tarra McKenzie
Kelly Medeiros
Donna Michael
Rosanne Mills
Stephanie Morris
Donna Morrison
Laura Nelson
James Noonan
Andrea O'Brien
Jerry Osborn
Darren Pawlik
Sarah Pickering
Margaux Porth
David Ramsey
Val Reilly
Karen Renzoni
Lisa Saskiw
Sylvia Schmidt
George Smith
Amy Tenove
Mary Ann Tenove
Carolyn Thomas
Susan Tyrrell
Myrna Weiden
Sherry West
David Vollhoffer
Michelle
Vollhoffer
Tim Vollhoffer
David Young
Janos Zeller
A SPECIAL THANKS TO THOSE WHO HAVE HELPED IN ANY WAY
WITH THIS PRODUCTION BUT WHOSE NAMES DO NOT APPEAR.
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FRONT ROW CENTRE PLAYERS EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE
2006-2007
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Artistic Director
Members at Large
Les Sorenson
Ron Seidel
Marina Ibragimova
Shea Christie
Joey Sayer
Erin Madill
Darren Stewart
FRC Mission Statement
Front Row Centre Players Society, Calgary's premier community musical theatre
group, is a charitable organization dedicated to making musical theatre experiences
available to as many people as possible - affording an outlet for creative expression
on stage and behind the scenes. Our auditions are always open to the public,
announced through Calgary's free media. Everyone associated with the company is a
volunteer. Our only pre-requisite for participation is enthusiasm.
FRC is always looking for new members and friends, especially backstage, producing
and Front of House. Put those creative talents to good use. You don’t have to be an
expert... just willing and able. Set construction, painting, lights, sound, props,
costumes, make up, ticket sales, and even in front of the bright lights on stage.
Interested in becoming a Friend of FRC?
To contact us:
Phone - 246-8505
E-Mail - [email protected]
Website - http://www.frontrowcentre.ca
FRC CALENDAR NOTES
Auditions for our first show of 07-08
NINE
June or July 2007
For more information watch our website
http://www.frontrowcentre.ca
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Front Row Centre Players
2007-2008 Season
Front Row Centre Players is proud to announce our lineup
for a fantastic 2007-2008 season. This, our 20th season as
Calgary's premiere musical theatre company, will include
something for everyone. We will present songs and shows
that range from well-known classics to recent popular
favorites. So here goes:
NINE - November 9-17, 2007
Book by Arthur Kopit. Music and Lyrics by Maury Yeston. Adaptation from the
Italian by Mario Fratti.
Directed by Colleen Bishop
Guido Contini is facing a midlife crisis that will entangle him in a web of romantic difficulties with his wife, his
mistress and his actress protege. He is struggling to devise his next film while having flashbacks of his offcolour childhood and dealing with every woman in his life, past and present…
Winner of the 1982 Tony Award for Best Musical and the 2003 Tony Award for Best Revival,
CAMELOT - January 11-26, 2008
Book and Lyrics by Alan Jay Lerner
Music by Frederick Loewe
Original Production Directed and Staged by Moss Hart
Based on "The Once and Future King" by T.H. White
Directed by Richard Michelle Pentelbury
King Arthur marries his queen, Guinevere and, through the renowned prowess of his knights of the round
table, meets Lancelot as he comes from France to prove his worth. Then the turmoil of love and treachery
arises as Lancelot and Guinevere find an impossible love that cannot be requited. Some of the enchanting
musical numbers that bring the timeless legend of King Arthur to life include The Simple Joys of
Maidenhood, C’est Moi, The Lusty Month of May, How to Handle a Woman, I Loved You Once in
Silence, If Ever I Would Leave You and What Do the Simple Folk Do?
Winner of 4 Tony Awards.
THE WIZARD OF OZ - May 23-June 7, 2008
By L. Frank Baum; Adapted by Frank Gabrielson
With Music and Lyrics of the MGM motion pictures score by Harold Arlen and E. Y.
Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Directed by Joey Sayer
Dorothy is snatched up by a tornado from Kansas and wakes to find herself in a wondrous land of talking
scarecrows, tin men and cowardly lions. To find her way home she will travel to the fantastic Emerald city
and meet the mysterious Wizard of Oz and the sinister Wicked Witch of the West. This family favorite
includes the songs Over The Rainbow, Munchkinland (Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead), If I Only Had A
Brain, We're Off To See The Wizard (Follow The Yellow Brick Road), The Jitterbug, and The Merry Old
Land of Oz.
FRC Save My Seat Season Pass
Adult SMS Pass – $41.25 (Save $18.00)
Student/Senior SMS Pass – $35.25 (Save $15.00)
Prices include $1.75/ticket Pumphouse Service Charge and GST
We are also returning to the traditional seating arrangement for all of
the 2007-2008 season
Tickets available through the Pumphouse Theatre Box Office
Phone – 263-0079 or online @
http://www.pumphousetheatres.ca
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