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Season Closer - "My Fair Lady"
FCT's NEW Season 2019 - 2020
Audition Workshop,
Youth Theatre Production
& More!
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Fauquier Community Theatre presents
Quick Link to Tickets: Click
HERE
The Fauquier Community Theatre is thrilled to present one of the most beloved musicals of all time,
MY FAIR LADY.
This past season has been a very successful one for Fauquier Community Theatre, and for their last show, they have chosen a classic that has been charming audiences for 63 years.
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Peter Marsh as Henry Higgins, Emily Miller as Eliza Doolitte, & David Horne playing Colonel Pickering. |
My Fair Lady is the musical version of George Bernard Sh
aw's play, Pygmalion, and tells the classic tale of social classes and how they interact. Emily Miller plays the fetching Eliza Doolittle, a Covent Garden flower peddler who wants to take speech lessons so she can speak like a proper lady and get a job in a flower shop. Peter Marsh plays the confirmed bachelor, Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor
, who decides to teach Eliza, and bets an old friend that he can transform the girl in six months. As audiences are dazzled by FCT's production, they are also left wondering just who was transformed. The charming story features many of Alan Lerner and Frederick Loewe's most sparkling songs, including "Wouldn't It Be Loverly?", "Get Me to the Church on Time", and "On the Street W
here You Live". It is no wonder that everyone, since it first opened on Broadway in 1956, has called My Fair Lady "the p
erfect musical."
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Brighid Hughes as Maid, Emily Miller as Eliza Doolittle, Hilary Pierce as Mrs. Pearce, & Jessica Grimmett as Maid.
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Director Lucia Hanover says, "Rehearsals so far have been f
antastic
. The ca
st is enthusiastic and creative, finding their characters through 'play.' I have encouraged them
to use the text of the script to find their characters, and it has been a collaborative effort that has paid off."
Heading the skillful cast is Emily Miller as the fetching Eliza, and Peter Marsh as Professor Higgins. Audiences may remember them from FCT's production of
Big Fis
h last season. Emily's vocals are superb, and paired with her Cockney accent and her acting and dancing talent, it is no wonder she was chosen for the classic role of the lowly flower peddler.
Marsh is also just pe
rfect as the self-absorbed Higgins.....with a proper English accent and a superior air that plays opposite Eliza's Cockney brogue just perfectly. His connection with the audience will delight theatre-goers as they watch him confidently proclaim his independence.
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Cristian Bustillos as Freddy.
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Mark Kaiser plays Eliza's father, a drunk and a charlatan. His knack for physical comedy, facial expressions, and animated dancing
just light up the stage. Adding to these lead roles are twenty other amazingly talented actors
who are totally committed to bringing this cl
assic tale to life on FCT's stage in May.
Fauquier Community Theatre's
production of My Fa
ir Lady is directed by Lucia
Hanover, produce
d b
y Amanda Gibson, sponsored by Brookside Neighbors, and presented by special arrangement with MTI, Intl. The nine performances of the play will be held at the Vint H
ill Theater on the Green, located at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton from May 3, 2019 - May 19, 2019. Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 pm, and Sunday matinees are at 2 pm. Tickets are $18 for students and seniors, and $20 for adults. There will be a Dinner and Show on Sunday, May 5 (only) with the purchase of a combo ticket.
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 Dianne Moss
Photography by Stephen Rummel Photography
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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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Fauquier Community Theatre Casting Call
Register for Auditions for FCT's Seussical™
All Adult Roles - except 1
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.
Seussical™ The Musical
Directed by Betsy Hansen
Produced by Brooke Lyn Clark
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 7:30pm and Sunday matinees are at 2:00pm.
Tickets are $18 for Youth, $20 for Seniors, and $22 for Adults.
Reserve
your tickets early for your favorite seating choices.
FCT's production of
Seussical
is with special arrangement by Music Theatre International (MTI).
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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.
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The Fauquier Community Theatre Reveals
2019 - 2020 Season of Shows
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
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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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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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 Casting Call
Register for Auditions for FCT's
Lost in Yonkers
Friday, August 2, 2019 at 7 pm
Saturday, August 3, 2019 at 1:00 pm
Audition Location is TBD. Call backs will be by invitation only on Sunday, August 4, 2019 at 1:00 pm.
This dramatization is directed by Don Bachmann and produced by Dawn Fansler with Susan Larsen as the stage manager.
Performance Dates
October 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 2019
Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 pm, Sundays 2:00 pm
Be Prepared
Online registrations are now open. When registering be prepared to choose either Friday evening or Saturday afternoon. Auditions will consist of
cold readings from the script.
Click
HERE
to register for FCT's Lost in Yonkers Auditions.
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Congratulations TEENA STEVIC!
*WATCH" - Washington Area Theatre Community Honors
CONGRATULATIONS!
Teena Stevic for "Outstanding Costumes for a Musical" -
Big Fish
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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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