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"Spring Brings New Beginnings"
Unwrap FCT's NEW Season 2019 - 2020
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Fauquier Community Theatre presents
March 8, 2019 - March 24, 2019
Quick Link to Tickets: Click
HERE
"All the World's a Stage"
The Fauquier Community Theatre (FCT) presents Shakespeare's romantic comedy, As You Like It.
As You Like It
is full of love and adventurous journey. It follows the story of Rosalind (played by Georgia Cerisano), a heroine fleeing persecution. The play contains some of Shakespeare's most popular and well-known lines, many spoken by Jacque
(played by Anthony Smitha)
, one of the many characters in the Forest of Arden.
To escape death, the extraordinary Rosalind, her brave cousin Celia (played by Mickalei Lindquist), and one of Shakespeare's funniest
fools flee into the woods. There, in the bewitching Forest of Arden, they find Orlando (played by Peter Mumford), Rosalind's love. Disguised as a boy shepherd, Rosalind has Orlando woo her under the guise of "curing" him of his love for Rosalind. Along the way Rosalind and Celia discover shepherds, aristocrats, country folk and lovers - and, ultimately: life, love, joy, and freedom.
Director Maggie Mumford has put together a highly talented group of FCT veterans and newcomers who will
entertain you with Shakespearean humor, disguises, music, and most importantly - love. The cast of 14 brings to life each of their characters in a whimsical and fun way and most of all carry the play to excellence. Mumford expresses, "
T
hough the play is remembered for Rosalind's disguise as a man, As You Like It features a whole cast of "motley" characters who each get their moment to be funny or profound. This cast of actors is hardworking and hilarious, and each of them understands how to bring the text alive onto the stage. They are all working together to make this a true ensemble piece about finding the joy in life."
One of Shakespeare's best-known and best-loved comedies, featuring a cast of funny characters who break away from the rigid court and find contentment, compares the world to a stage and life to a play. As You Like It reminds us of everything it is to be alive.
Performances will be at the Theatre at Vint Hill, 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton, VA on Fridays and Saturdays, March 8, 9, 15, 16, 22 and 23, 2019 at 7:30 pm and Sundays, March 10, 17 and 24, 2019 at 2:00 pm. More information as well as ticket information is available online at www.FCTstage.org.
Photo Credit - Stephen Rummel Photography
Doug Barylski as "Corin", Larry Finkel as "Touchstone", Peter Mumford as "Orlando", Georgiana Cerisano as "Rosalind", Sabrina Finn as "Audrey"
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The Fauquier Community Theatre Reveals
2019 - 2020 Season of Shows
Music Directed by Daniel Holmes
Produced by Brooke Lyn Clark
August 30-September 15, 2019
Lost in Yonkers
Produced by Dawn Fansler
October 4 - 20, 2019
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical
Directed by Diane King
November 29 - December 15, 2019
Directed by Ken Wayne
Produced by Katy Benko-Miner
January 24 - February 9, 2020
Night Must Fall
Directed by Peter Marsh
March 13 - 29, 2020
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The Fauquier
Community T
heatre
has been nominated for *WATCH Awards!
*WATCH - Washington Area Theatre Community Honors
FCT is proud to acknowledge and congratulate the following production team members and celebrate their honor with them:
CONGRATULATIONS!
Teena Stevic for "Outstanding Costumes for a Musical" -
Big Fish
Don Bachmann for "Outstanding Set Design in a play" -
Steel Magnolias
Jennifer Ellis-McIrvin for "Outstanding Set Decoration in a play" -
Steel Magnolias
Jennifer Ellis-McIrvin for "Outstanding Set Properties in a play" - Steel Magnolias
Heather Woodward for "Outstanding Set Painting in a musical" -
She Loves Me
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Fauquier Community Theatre Casting Call
Register for Auditions for FCT's Seussical™
Friday, May 10, 2019 at 7:00 pm
Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 10:00 am
Callbacks Monday, May 13, 2019 6:30 pm
Audition Location
Hope Christian Fellowship: 4173 Bludau Drive, Warrenton
(around the corner from the theatre)
For more information and to register for an audition, click
HERE.
Be Prepared
Prepare to sing your choice of 90 seconds of a song fitting the style of the show. You
will be taught a simple dance routine and asked to perform it with a group. There will also be c
old readings from the script.
All roles are for ages 13 and older except for male youth who will be auditioning
for JoJo. Visit the FCT website to see the character descriptions of all roles.
When registering, be prepared to choose either Friday evening or Saturday morning and, choose a 60 min time slot as well.
Directed by Betsy Hansen
Music Directed by Daniel Holmes
Produced by Brooke Lyn Clark
The Story
Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Tony winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination - Jojo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos.
The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child sent off to military school for thinking too many "thinks." Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.
Performances
Seussical runs from August 30, 2019 - September 15, 2019. Fridays and Saturdays are at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees are at 2:00 pm.
Tickets are $18 for Youth, $20 for Seniors, and $22 for Adults. Reserve your tickets early for your favorite seating choices. Click
HERE
to purchase tickets. FCT's production of Seussical is with special arrangement by Music Theatre International (MTI).
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Saturday, April 6, 2019
"All Hands On Deck"
"Many Hands Make Light Work"
Please consider joining FCT on "LET'S VOLUNTEER DAY"
Sponsored by the PATH Foundation
Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Lunch will be provided.
* Load fabric from two different locations and help
unload at a
third location
* Load containers of shoes and unload the shoes
* Repackage shoes for storing
* Wrap fabric onto bolts
* Help move props from one storage location to another
We will meet at the Vint Hill Theatre (4225 Aiken Dr., Warrenton, VA - Located in Vint Hill) then we will disperse to the different nearby locations to accomplish the tasks at "hand". Rain or Shine.
Sign up by sending an email to Christie@FCTstage.org
or Call 571-722-6788. If you have a truck or SUV, please indicate that information when registering for the Let's Volunteer Day.
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FOR COLLEGE BOUND HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS STUDYING THE ARTS
Completed Applications due April 1, 2019
Fauquier Community Theatre (FCT) offers financial scholarships for local high school seniors who desire to pursue further education in the theatre arts. With the help of an FCT scholarship, young aspiring actors, actresses, musicians, theatre technicians, and arts managers are aided in deferring the cost of higher education as they seek to acquire further training. All applications are reviewed by a committee and will be scored using a rubric system. The college scholarship awards will be based on a rubric of scores that include grade point average, interest in a career in theatre, participation in Fauquier Community Theatre activites, other theater experience, short essay questions on the form, letters of recommendation, etc. Scholarships can range from $500 - $2500 per student. Recently FCT has awarded several $2500 scholarships to multiple students each year. Criteria: A college-bound senior with demonstrated abilities in the performing arts. For more information and to complete the scholarship application online, click
HERE.
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REGISTRATION OPEN NOW FOR
ONE WEEK SUMMER CAMP
Directed by Katy Benko-Miner, "Take Center Stage" Summer Theatre Camp is specially designed for ages 8 - 13. The camp will run from July 8, 2019 - July 12, 2019 from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm at the Vint Hill Theatre on the Green located at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton, Virginia.
This one-week fun and educational camp is designed to showcase the talents of young performers. Camp will consist of singing, dancing and acting. All registrations will be accepted and each camper will be "showcased" in songs, scenes and roles.
This week-long camp will culminate in performances on July 12, 2019 at 7:00 pm and July 13, 2019 at 1:00 pm.
Registration for this camp is first come, first served, and there are a limited amount of spaces so please submit promptly. For more information and the opportunity to register, click
HERE.
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FAME, THE MUSICAL, JR
TWO WEEK SUMMER THEATRE CAMP!
(Currently Seeking **Male Youth Ages 10-17)
**Accepting 4 More Registrations - Male Roles Only
Fame The Musical JR. will be directed by Lucia Hanover and is for ages 10 -17. Fauquier Community Theatre's two-week musical theatre camp will take place July 15 - July 26, 2019 from 9:00 am - 2:30 pm with performances on July 26 at 7:30 pm and July 27 at 2:00 pm. Registration for this camp is first come, first served, and there are a limited amount of spaces so early registration is highly recommended.
**Female Roles will be put on a wait list. Accepting 4 more Male Role registrations.
For more information including the online registration form, click
HERE
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Spring Cleaning = FCT WISH LIST
If you are Spring Cleaning and you find that you would like to donate any of the following items, please let us know. We can make arrangement to pick them up or meet you at the theatre.
* Clear stackable plastic drawers (wheels or no wheels)
* Clear Rubbermaid Containers
* Lockable Heavy Cabinet or Safe
* Fabric Softener - any brand
* Handheld Steamer
* Drill with Drill Bits
* Hammer/ Screw Drivers
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Northern Piedmont Community Foundation hosts
Give Local Piedmont
April 23 - May 7, 2019
How do I make a donation to Fauquier Community Theatre? It's a simple 3 step process! See below.
Give Local Piedmont is on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, pre-scheduled donations may be made starting on April 23, 2019.
To GIVE
1. Go to
www.givelocalpiedmont.org
2. Type in Fauquier Community Theatre
3. Choose the amount you want to donate from $10 on up.
Many thanks for your support of Fauquier Community Theatre!
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Fauquier Community Theatre presents
My Fair Lady
May 3, 2019 - May 19, 2019
Choose Your Favorite Seats with Reserved Seating
Quick Link to Tickets: Click HERE
On May 5 (Only) You may purchase combo tickets to Dinner and a Show! Dinner will be at the Inn at Vint Hill immediately following the performance. Dinner and Show combo tickets are purchased on the FCT website or by calling 540-349-8760.
When
Lerner and Loewe's My Fair Lady
opened on Broadway, it collected six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, while the film version took home eight Oscars, including Best Picture. Based on George Bernard Shaw's play
Pygmalion
,
My Fair Lady
is that rare musical by which all others are measured. The tale of a cockney flower girl transformed into an elegant lady features one of musical theatre's greatest scores, including: "Wouldn't It Be Loverly?", "With a Little Bit of Luck", "The Rain in Spain", "I Could Have Danced All Night", "On the Street Where You Live", "Get Me to the Church on Time", and "I've Grown Accustomed to Her Face".
FCT's production of
My Fair Lady
is directed by Lucia Hanover, with music direction by Brianna Williamson,
and choreographed by Jenn Perrius.
The show is sponsored by Brookside Neighbors, produced by Amanda Gibson, and through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
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FAUQUIER COMMUNITY THEATRE
4225 Aiken Dr Warrenton, VA 20187 | 540-349-8760
FCT enriches and entertains a range of audiences through a variety of live theatre productions that enhance the cultural life of the community.
FCT offers a range of challenging creative opportunities that inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to participate in theatre.
FCT cultivates an appreciation of the performing arts in our community, educates through experience, participates in community activities, and collaborates with other arts groups.
Many thanks to all the business sponsors, individual donors, members, and volunteers who work together to support community theater at Fauquier Community Theatre.
Fauquier Community Theater is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organizaton
and is supported in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts
and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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