Fauquier Community Theatre presents
Shrek The Musical
June 7 - June 16, 2019
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ALL ages will enjoy this musical!
Lord Farquadd played by Jack Zatkowsky, Fiona played Julia Downes, Shrek played by Nick Villacorte, Donkey played by Carter Williams
Shrek The Musical
Make room for
ogre-sized family-fun as this heartwarming fairy tale comes to life in a whole new way in this magical music extravaganza.
Full of whimsical, fun, colorful and unexpected characters and imbued with a powerful music score, "Shrek" teaches us that we are all different and special - and that we all have worth. This wonderful poignant message is woven throughout the plot and within every character portrayal.
The hilarious story is based around a green ogre named, Shrek, and his sidekick Donkey whose swamp has been invaded by fairytale creatures, sent by the leader of Duloc, Lord Farquaad. Shrek is sent on a quest by Farquaad to retrieve the woman he desires to marry to make him king, the feisty Princess Fiona, who is in a high tower protected by a fire breathing dragon. Wait.....Stop right there.....Yes, a fire breathing dragon (come see for yourself!). Will Shrek succeed to bring back the princess?
FCT's Shrek, played by Nicholas Villacorte, bursts onto the stage with a song in his heart. His powerful presence and great wit matches the character's size. He sings, moves and acts with heart and soul, covering up his own handsomeness with makeup and prosthetics to discover his character's deeper meanings. Shrek's sidekick, Donkey, played by
Carter Williams
is a bright-eyed motor mouth sassy animal. Singing messages of significance is the amazing Julia Downes who gives Fiona her edge and smashes the role beautifully. She sings so faultlessly that you forget she is a youth. Watching this delightful character's story unfold in front of you can't help but put a smile on your face.
Jack Zatkowsky's
knees get quite a workout playing the diminutive Lord Farquaad.
Portraying a
pompous, power-hungry little villain,
Jack's Lord Farquaad is side-splittingly funny and he has the vocal chops to be in the spotlight in songs such as "What's Up Duloc" and "Ballad of Farquaad".
Director Matt Moore and Producer Mary Beth Balint have worked tirelessly and have assembled a perfect cast and an amazing production team to bring this story to life. The big ensemble numbers "Story of My Life," "Freak Flag" and "I'm a Believer" are enhanced by Abby Chaumont's delightful choreography. Katy Benko-Miner, musical director, brings a wealth of stage experience and musical talent that she shares with the whole cast bringing this musical to the same level of a full main stage adult musical!
In this full-length multifaceted tale, nothing is as it seems. Layers of defense mechanisms are broken down and twisted inside-out till the characters conquer their fears once and for all. Learning to love one's self, and learning to love others for the content of their character and our unique gifts all contributing together to a better community is the message that rings loud and clear.
With Book and lyrics by renowned playwright David Lindsay-Abaire and music by the incomparable Jeanine Tesori) this musical has got it all: Belting performers, eye catching props/sets and elaborate costumes.
Fauquier Community Theatre's production of Shrek The Musical is directed by Matt Moore, Music Directed by Katy Benko-Miner, Assistant Directed and Produced by Mary Beth Balint, and presented by special arrangement with MTI, Intl. Experimax of Haymarket (they buy, sell, trade & repair Apple devices) is the show's business sponsor. The 6 performances of the musical will be held at the Vint Hill Theater on the Green, located at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton from June 7, 2019 - June 16, 2019. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 pm, and Sunday matinees are at 2 pm. Tickets are $13 for students and seniors, and $15 for adults. More information and reserved seating for all of the performances is available online at
www.FCTstage.org
or by calling 540-349-8760. Early reservations are highly recommended for best seating preferences.
Article by Christie Clark
Photography by Stephen Rummel Photography
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2019 - 2020 FCT Membership
FCT is launching its 42nd year of LIVE PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE! We are super excited about everything we have in store for you! We have ALL NEW SOUND in the highest quality. We will be installing ALL NEW LED lights in the summer of 2019. We have added in new marketing strategies to let the whole community know about our beloved theatre company.
Join us now to be listed in our 2019-2020 Annual Playbill. The playbill handed out to everyone who comes to our shows throughout the year (over 10,000).
You can sign up for your membership donation online or you may fill out this form and mail it in.
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Have you ever wished that someone could show you how to ACE an audition?
HERE'S YOUR CHANCE to learn from professional instructors, Jacob and Isabella Lash!
Jacob and Isabella desire to help each participant
develop the knowledge, skills, and techniques needed to present a quality musical theater audition.
This audition workshop consists of 3 classes, July 20, July 27, August 3, 2019.
These three sessions are designed as one package.
Participants are committing to all three dates when registering.
Limited spaces available!
For ages 18 & up
Price $165 for all 3 classes
July 20, 27, August 3 from 9 AM - 12 PM
Location:
The Path Foundation Resource Centre
321 Walker Dr, Warrenton, VA
MEET THE INSTRUCTORS
Jacob Lash has been directing music for 10 years, including a number
of musicals at FCT. He is a full-time music teacher with Prince William County Public Schools, directs the Gainesville Community Choir, co-directs Encore! musical theatre camp, and runs a private piano and voice studio. He has a Bachelors in Music Education with a Minor in Theatre, and will soon complete a Masters of Music at George Mason University. A Musical Theatre lover, Jacob has been on both sides of the audition table, and has a desire to help folks put their best foot forward when auditioning. He is happily married to Isabella and excited to present this workshop with her.
Isabella Lash is a graduate of The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts and is a DC-based actress. Isabella has played roles in over 40 productions in Virginia, Indiana, Pennsylvania, and New York City. A trained soprano, Isabella began teaching acting privately for all ages in 2011, and has worked as an instructor with Drama Kids International. She has been heavily involved with community theaters in the NOVA area as a director and acting coach. She currently teaches for Allegro Community School of the Arts and maintains her own private acting studio.
Isabella has 10 years' experience as a professional headshot and portrait photographer with BellarosePhotography.
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Fauquier Community Theatre Casting Call
Register for FCT's
Lost in Yonkers
A Comedy by Neil Simon
Friday, August 2, 2019 at 7:00 pm
Saturday, August 3, 2019 at 1:00 pm
Callbacks, Sunday, August 4, 2019 at 1:00 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
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Be Prepared
Visit the
FCT website
to see the character descriptions of all roles.
When registering, be prepared to choose either Friday evening or Saturday afternoon. Be prepared to stay the whole time frame of the audition day. Auditions will consist of readings from the script.
Lost in Yonkers
Performances
Lost in Yonkers
runs from October 4 - 20, 2019. Fridays and Saturdays are at 7:30pm and Sunday matinees are at 2:00pm.
Tickets are $16 for Youth, $16 for Seniors, and $18 for Adults.
Reserve
your tickets early for your favorite seating choices.
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FCT Season Subscriptions
2019-2020 Season Subscriptions are good for 6 shows for the price of 5!
If you regularly attend FCT productions, consider purchasing
a
. A Season Subscriber receives a ticket for each regular season production at a discount.
Season Subscribers can make their seat reservations online, through email
, or by phone 540-349-8760. Once your subscription is confirmed, the Box Office will create an account for you in our online ticketing system. You may then use your season subscription codes as payment during the ticketing checkout process for the individual shows.
With 9 performances for every production, you are sure to find a date that will work for your attendance. If you have any questions, please contact the Box Office at 540-349-8760 and leave a message.
This year's Season Subscription includes:
Seussical™
The Musical, Lost in Yonkers (A Neil Simon Comedy), The Best
Christmas Pageant Ever, Rabbit Hole, Night Must Fall,
and
Jesus Christ Superstar.
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The Fauquier Community Theatre Reveals
2019 - 2020 Season of Shows
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Click into the above graphic to watch the Season Teaser Trailer
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Seussical™
Directed by Betsy Hansen
Music Directed by Betsy Hansen & Jack Zatkowski
Choreographed by Alanna Mensing
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
Produced by Amanda Gibson
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
Produced by Dianne Moss
March 13 - 29, 2020
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Director
Matt Moore,
Vocal/Music Director
Katy Benko,
Producer & Assistant Director/SM
Mary Beth Balint
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Choreographer
Abby Chaumont
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Student Assistant Director
Jack
Tessier,
Assist Stage Manager & Rehearsal Assistant
Ellie Chaumont
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FCT Wishes to shout-out a BIG THANK YOU to all of this past year's business sponsors. Business Sponsors are vitally important to The Fauquier Community Theatre.
Business Sponsor donations are tax deductible. As a sponsor, you will receive a receipt with our EIN number for tax purposes.
FCT acknowledges our business sponsors in our beautiful, glossy, annual playbill. Please contact either of FCT's Executive Directors: Debra Smyers or Christie Clark if you are interested in learning more about how you can be an FCT business sponsor and hear about all of the perks as well!!
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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
organization
and is supported in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts
and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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