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July 18, 2008
· 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 		"A Funny Thing . . . Forum" forumlogo.gif The Ovation Players and Main Street Players proudly present "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" July 18 - 27 at Lakewood Cultural Center. Evening and matinee shows. Directed by Jerry Schell.
Download Printable Flyer (pdf, 350kb)
July 19, 2008
· 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 		"A Funny Thing . . . Forum" forumlogo.gif The Ovation Players and Main Street Players proudly present "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" July 18 - 27 at Lakewood Cultural Center. Evening and matinee shows. Directed by Jerry Schell.
Download Printable Flyer (pdf, 350kb)
July 20, 2008
· 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 		"A Funny Thing . . . Forum" forumlogo.gif The Ovation Players and Main Street Players proudly present "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" July 18 - 27 at Lakewood Cultural Center. Evening and matinee shows. Directed by Jerry Schell.
Download Printable Flyer (pdf, 350kb)
July 25, 2008
· 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 		"A Funny Thing . . . Forum" forumlogo.gif The Ovation Players and Main Street Players proudly present "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" July 18 - 27 at Lakewood Cultural Center. Evening and matinee shows. Directed by Jerry Schell.
Download Printable Flyer (pdf, 350kb)
July 26, 2008
· 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 		"A Funny Thing . . . Forum" forumlogo.gif The Ovation Players and Main Street Players proudly present "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" July 18 - 27 at Lakewood Cultural Center. Evening and matinee shows. Directed by Jerry Schell.
Download Printable Flyer (pdf, 350kb)
July 27, 2008
· 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm 		"A Funny Thing . . . Forum" forumlogo.gif The Ovation Players and Main Street Players proudly present "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" July 18 - 27 at Lakewood Cultural Center. Evening and matinee shows. Directed by Jerry Schell.
Download Printable Flyer (pdf, 350kb)
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Today is 12-May-2008


Arts and Stage News

Variety.com - Legit News

Wing-Davey nabs NYU post
Legit News: Appointed chair of Tisch School acting program -- Brit legit multihyphenate Mark Wing-Davey has been appointed chair of the NYU Tisch School of the Arts graduate acting program, replacing longtime chair Zelda Fischandler, who will remain on staff as the program?s artistic director.
'Strange' soundtrack on iTunes
Legit News: Cast recording exclusive to Apple -- "Passing Strange" will be the first Broadway tuner to release its original cast recording exclusively on iTunes, more than a month before the CD arrives in stores.
East 4th district gets makeover
Legit News: Area to receive $16 million facelift -- The East 4th St. cultural district, which includes La MaMa E.T.C. and New York Theater Workshop, will be getting an expensive makeover to the tune of some $16 million.
'Mermaid' injured in stage accident
Legit News: Adrian Bailey breaks wrists in fall -- "The Little Mermaid" ensemble member Adrian Bailey fell through a trapdoor just before the Broadway tuner's May 10 matinee, breaking both wrists.
Iraqi town stages 'Mud' trio play
Legit News: 'People' satirized hardships of post-invasion life -- Residents of Kut in southeastern Iraq, who just over a month ago cowered in their homes when Shiite gunmen battled the Iraqi security forces in the streets, turned out in their thousands for a rare dash of comedy May 4 and 5.
'Working' class heroes returned
Legit News: 'Heights' composer helps Schwartz musical -- "Working" is getting reworked. The 1970s tuner about the daily grind is getting a high-profile update in a new incarnation, with original creator Stephen Schwartz ("Wicked") overseeing a streamlined, updated version that includes two new songs from Lin-Manuel Miranda, already a hot property as the tunesmith and star of "In the Heights."
Man behind scenes makes his move
Legit News: Steven Hoggett melds directing, choreography -- It's not easy making theatrical waves on both sides of the Atlantic when your below-the-title job description hovers between director and choreographer, without settling on either. But that's exactly what's happening to Steven Hoggett.
'Pamela's First Musical' serves legacy
Legit News: May 18 perf an ambitious fund-raiser -- It's the world premiere of a musical by marquee writers; the cast is crammed with Rialto stars; and the top ticket price is $1,000. But no, it's not Broadway's latest wallet-buster: It's "Pamela's First Musical," a long-gestating tuner whose first public performance will be a benefit produced by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
SoCal tests musical festival
Legit News: Event taking place in theaters and schools -- Southern California's inaugural Festival of New American Musicals, taking place in theaters and schools from Ventura to San Diego Counties through May and June, was born out of a simple economic reality: the law of supply and demand.
Broadway takes a dip
Legit News: Broadway Grosses -- Receipts dipped all along the Rialto in Week 49 (April 28-May 4), following a strong prior frame that saw sales at most shows rise.
Road shows stay even
Legit News: Road Grosses -- The road stayed even in Week 49 (April 28-May 4), dipping by just over half a percentage point ($65,771) to a total of $11,767,783 for the 12-show slate.
Creatore's 'Flamingo' to fly in July
Legit News: Jamie Farr, Anita Gillette to star in comedy -- Jamie Farr ("MASH") and Anita Gillette will star in "Flamingo Court," a new Off Broadway comedy beginning perfs at New World Stages in July.
Tania Camargo joins Soho Rep
Legit News: Theater's new exec director replaces Conley -- Tania Camargo is the new exec director of Off Broadway theater Soho Rep.
Tony considers more candidates
Legit News: Group determines eligibility of 11 productions -- Tony nominators will consider Arthur Laurents a candidate in the musical direction category for his staging of "Gypsy" -- again.
Cast draws near to '2000 Feet Away'
Legit News: Fiennes, Hart, Logan to headline play -- Screen thesps Joseph Fiennes, Ian Hart and Phyllis Logan will return to the stage to headline "2000 Feet Away" at the Bush Theater, London's 86-seat new writing powerhouse.
Whoopi Goldberg to host Tonys
Legit News: Actress is first emcee to nab gig since 2005 -- The Tonys will have a host this year, for the first time since 2005.
STC's Blanchett, Upton import talent
Legit News: Past productions include Hoffman, Weaving -- The new co-artistic director of the Sydney Theatre Co., Andrew Upton, says Philip Seymour Hoffman's sojourn with the troupe late in '07 resulted in its actors delivering career-making perfs.
Australia basks in Labor gains
Legit News: Booming industry, Labor gov't cause for cheer -- It's a great time for Australian showbiz.
Havel's wife 'Leaving' his play
Legit News: Former Czech President's spouse quits lead role -- Former Czech President Vaclav Havel's actress wife, Dagmar, is quitting her lead role in the play "Leaving," which Havel wrote for her, for health reasons, just two weeks before it's due to open.
'August' recoups on Broadway
Legit News: Letts' Pulitzer Prize winner out of the red -- The Broadway production of Tracy Letts' Pulitzer Prize-winning tragicomedy "August: Osage County" has recouped its initial investment of $2.6 million, five months into the play's run.

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Ovation Players News

"A Funny Thing ... Forum" - Tickets On Sale Now  [Posted 4/25/08]
forumlogo.gif"Tragedy Tomorrow, Comedy Tonight!" With unforgettable characters, a hysterical script, and music by Stephen Sondheim, this tour de force of American comedy comes alive under the direction of Jerry Schell. The Ovation and Main Street Players team up again to bring you one of the funniest musicals ever written. Download Printable Flyer (pdf, 350kb) *What: "A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum" *Where: Lakewood Cultural Center 470 S. Allison Parkway (Wadsworth & Alameda)...

LCMA November Newsletter  [Posted 10/19/07]
lcmalogo144.gif The LCMA November Newsletter (pdf, 621kb) is now online for viewing and downloading. Thanks to Wendy, Chuck, and John for the effort that went into the publication. Reminder: it is time to renew your annual membership. Also, there is a special insert flyer for our fundraiser at Cici's Pizza on November 12th. If you enjoy the newsletter and would like to contribute a news item, please contact lcma02@earthlink.net

10th Mountain Division Reunion  [Posted 8/27/07]
10th_2 copy.gifLCMA's Windjammers Jazz Orchestra performed at the Marriott Denver Tech Center August 2-3, 2007, for what will be the last national reunion organized by World War II veterans of the 10th Mountain Division. In honor of the troops, the Windjammers performed a special arrangement of "Bell Bottom Trousers" which the 10th Mountain Division renamed "90lbs of Rucksack" with their own lyrics, and led by Congressional Medal of Honor Winner Earl Clark. Former Benny Goodman Orchestra pianist Larry Meeks performed...

Rave Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR  [Posted 7/18/07]
christ-pilate144.jpg"Ovation Players and Main Street Players opened last weekend at the Lakewood Cultural Center with strong lead voices, which this rock musical demands, a colorful cast, intriguing set design, haunting lighting, and the Ovation Players Orchestra under the direction of Mark Yaw grabbing the music by the throat making it their own. "Call early for reservations, but go. Take the family. Take a friend. Take someone who has never heard it. Compare notes. Ask questions, letting the music seep deep within...

LCMA Announces New Adult Orchestra  [Posted 6/1/07]
CRO_Logo144.jpgLittleton Community Music Association is pleased to announce the inaugural season of the Castle Rock Orchestra. The Castle Rock Orchestra is an adult community orchestra based in Castle Rock, Colorado. The ensemble will be rehearsing at the Castle Rock Elementary School, 1103 Canyon Drive, Castle Rock, CO, on Sundays from 2pm to 4pm beginning August 19, 2007. Free performances are planned for October and December at Castle Rock Elementary and the Grange in The Meadows. The performance program will...

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Upcoming Ballroom Dance Events

LCMA Ballroom Events Calendar - Updated: Sat, May 10, 2008 at 9:21 am
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May 17, 2008 - Seniors Dance at Buck Center in Littleton
Sat, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm -- Seniors Dance at Buck Recreation Center Refreshments are served Dance lesson at 7:00
Jun 07, 2008 - Ballroom Dancing at Buck Center in Littleton
Sat, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm -- Community Dance open to the public on a world class dance floor at Buck Recreation Center. All Ballroom Styles featuring the Windjammers Jazz Orchestra. Dance Lesson included
Jul 05, 2008 - Ballroom Dancing at Lone Tree Center
Sat, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm -- Community Dance open to the public on a world class dance floor at Lone Tree Recreation Center. All Ballroom Styles featuring the Windjammers Jazz Orchestra. Dance Lesson included
Jul 19, 2008 - Seniors Dance at Buck Center in Littleton
Sat, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm -- Seniors Dance at Buck Recreation Center Refreshments are served Dance lesson at 7:00
Aug 02, 2008 - Ballroom Dancing at Buck Center in Littleton
Sat, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm -- Community Dance open to the public on a world class dance floor at Buck Recreation Center. All Ballroom Styles featuring the Windjammers Jazz Orchestra. Dance Lesson included
Sep 06, 2008 - Ballroom Dancing at Lone Tree Center
Sat, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm -- Community Dance open to the public on a world class dance floor at Lone Tree Recreation Center. All Ballroom Styles featuring the Windjammers Jazz Orchestra. Dance Lesson included
Sep 20, 2008 - Seniors Dance at Buck Center in Littleton
Sat, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm -- Seniors Dance at Buck Recreation Center Refreshments are served Dance lesson at 7:00
Oct 04, 2008 - Ballroom Dancing at Buck Center in Littleton
Sat, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm -- Community Dance open to the public on a world class dance floor at Buck Recreation Center. All Ballroom Styles featuring the Windjammers Jazz Orchestra. Dance Lesson included
Nov 01, 2008 - Ballroom Dancing at Lone Tree Center
Sat, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm -- Community Dance open to the public on a world class dance floor at Lone Tree Recreation Center. All Ballroom Styles featuring the Windjammers Jazz Orchestra. Dance Lesson included
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Current Conditions - 73.3F / 22.9C | Clear - 9:58 AM MDT May. 12
Temperature: 73.3°F / 22.9°C | Humidity: 13% | Pressure: 29.25in / 990.4hPa (Falling) | Conditions: Clear | Wind Direction: SSW | Wind Speed: 4.3mph / 6.9km/h
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Today - Sunny in the morning...then partly sunny with a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 70s. West winds 10 to 20 mph.
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Tonight - Chance of rain showers in the evening...then rain and snow likely after midnight. Snow accumulation up to an inch on grassy surfaces. Lows in the lower 30s. North winds 10 to 15 mph. Gusts up to 30 mph in the evening. Chance of precipitation 60 percent.
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Tuesday - Rain and snow likely. Snow accumulation up to 2 inches. Highs 44 to 50. Chance of precipitation 60 percent.

Regional News & Reviews

Denver Post: Author: John Moore
Updated: Sat, May 10, 2008 at 3:10 pm
John Moore's stories from www.DenverPost.com

"A Chorus Line" still a kicking testament to dreamers  At age 33, " A Chorus Line" is a little too long in the "line" to still be considered a sensation
"Almost Denver" nearly heaven as parody  Note: The following review was published Aug
Buntport just a bit off with 'McGuinn'  Note: The following review was published Jan
Raconteurs at Fillmore Auditorium  See more of contributor Laurie Scavo's photography from the Raconteurs' show at the Fillmore,
Shadow Theatre opens: The night in pictures 
Ruth Seeber: Lover of theater and libraries  Ruth Seeber, regarded for decades as one of the grand dames of the local theater community, died Saturday of an aortic aneurysm
Theater, life collide in gruesome murder trial  It's not often a theater artisan gets mixed up in a gruesome federal death-penalty case
Lady Macbeth in a habit gives "Doubt" its fangs  The stage lights come on just after Father Flynn begins the Denver Center Theatre Company's "Doubt" with the cautionary query: "What do you do when you are not sure?" Now, lights up
'Gee's Bend' writer lauded  LOUISVILLE, Ky
Tony Church: A consummate man of theater  Actor Jamie Horton ranks playing Norman in "The Dresser" as one of his greatest theatrical experiences, for one reason
Jonathan Richman: That subdued feeling  Word that Jonathan Richman would be playing at the Lion's Lair provoked two immediate responses: First: It's a no-brainer
Town Hall's 2008-09 musical slate  The Littleton Town Hall Arts Center announced its 2008-2009 season on Tuesday (play descriptions were provided by the company): The Full Monty, Sept
"Sleeping Beauty" treats kid audience with respect  The best children's theater doesn't underestimate the intelligence or emotional capacity of its young audiences
Trail to 9/11 leads through Greeley  Many people have no idea that the road to 9/11 runs right through our own backyard
College thespians making big things happen  You don't often hear about them, but exciting things are happening at many of our college theater departments

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