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FCT's Annual Membership Meeting and Lofty Awards will take place on Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 6:30 pm. The venue will be where FCT performs all of its productions at the Vint Hill Theater on the Green located at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton, VA. The membership meeting recaps the past season that ended June 30, 2022. There will be reports, voting on board members, and lots of entertainment! Please note that this year due to the health pandemic, there will be no refreshments.

If you are a member of FCT and cannot make the meeting and still want to vote regarding the board of directors ballot, you may complete a proxy form. The form and other information about voting including the biographies of the candidates are on the Annual Meeting and Voting information page on FCT's website.

Please note that if you would like to vote, your membership must be current. You can become a member here 2022 - 2023 Membership, or we will have a table set up at the meeting on July 31. Per the FCT by-laws, all 2021 - 2022 memberships expired on June 30th. To be eligible to vote, you must be paid and current with 2022 - 2023 membership. Feel free to reach out with any questions to Info@FCTstage.org or call 540-349-8760.

Be informed about the board of director candidates and read their biographies on the Annual Meeting and Voting information page. There will be time at the meeting for those candidates present, to speak about why they are seeking a board position and more information about their experience.

While membership is needed to vote at the annual meeting, guests may attend the FCT Annual Meeting and Lofty Awards without being a member. Wondering about the nominations for FCT's Lofty Awards? Click on Lofty Awards to see all the names and categories vying for the trophies!
MAMMA MIA!
September 23 - October 9, 2022
On Fridays and Weekends

ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!

FCT’s production of the musical Mamma Mia! is sponsored by Brookside Neighbors - Best Version Media. The production of Mamma Mia! is by special arrangement with Music Theatre International. Performances will take place on Fridays and weekends between September 23 and October 9, 2022 at the Vint Hill Theatre on the Green located at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton, VA. Friday and Saturday performances take place at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees are at 2 pm. All tickets are for reserved seating and on sale now at www.FCTstage.org.

Congratulations to those who are cast in the show! Click on CAST LIST for details.
IRVING BERLIN'S HOLIDAY INN
Fridays and Weekends from December 2 - 18, 2022


Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn tells the story of Jim, who leaves the bright lights of show business behind to settle down on his farmhouse in Connecticut... but life just isn't the same without a bit of song and dance. Jim's luck takes a spectacular turn when he meets Linda, a spirited schoolteacher with talent to spare. Together they turn the farmhouse into a fabulous inn with dazzling performances to celebrate each holiday, from Thanksgiving to the Fourth of July. But when Jim's best friend Ted tries to lure Linda to Hollywood to be his new dance partner, will Jim be able to salvage his latest chance at love?

Based on the classic film, this joyous musical features thrilling dance numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy and a parade of hit Irving Berlin songs, including "Blue Skies," "Easter Parade," "Steppin' Out With My Baby," "Heat Wave," "White Christmas," "Be Careful, It's My Heart," "Cheek to Cheek," "Shaking the Blues Away" and many more!

Peformances take place on Fridays and weekends from December 2, 2022 - December 18, 2022. Friday and Saturday performances take place at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees are at 2 pm. Join us for Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn at 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton, VA. All tickets are for reserved seating, purchase your tickets today at www.FCTstage.org or email Tickets@FCTstage.org, or call 540-349-8760. Reserve you favorite seating for the holidays today!

Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn is with special arrangement with Concord Theatricals.

Congratulations to the cast for being selected for their roles. Click on the CAST LIST for more informaition.
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Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn

UPCOMING AUDITIONS

Auditions for The Greatest Generation Speaks
October 13, 2022: 7 pm to 10 pm
October 15, 2022: 10 am to 2 pm
Location TBD in Warrenton, VA
Pre-registration for auditions is required.
Click on the link below for more information and to pre-register.
(Callbacks if needed: October 19: 7 pm to 9 pm.)

The Greatest Generation Speaks written by Tom Brokaw is being adapted for stage by Dr. Harry J. Kantrovich. The production will be vignettes of letters and reflections sent to Mr. Brokaw over the years. It is a collection of stories about WW II and its heroes told from 1st and 3rd party perspectives.

From the Director: Like Mr. Brokaw, I feel it is important to keep history live and in proper perspective for our future generations. This is why I only write and/or direct plays that have a meaning to history. In borrowing a quote from Mr. Brokaw from the back dust cover of the book: “If we are to heed the past to prepare for the future, we should listen to these quiet voices of a generation that speaks to us of duty and honor, sacrifice and accomplishment. I hope more of their stories will be preserved and cherished as reminders of all that we owe them and all that we can learn from them.” - Dr. Harry J. Kantrovich

More information is available under "Auditions" on the Fauquier Community Theatre website: www.FCTstage.org.
SPOTLIGHT ON YOUTH!
SUMMER MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP WAS A SWEET SUCCESS!
There were 41 youth cast in Willy Wonka, JR. for Fauquier Community Theatre's Summer Musical Theatre Camp. The two weeks resulted in much learning about the performing arts and building friendships. All performances from July 22 - 24 were sold out. The director of Willy Wonka, JR. was Jeff Walker, music director Doray Walker, assistant director Gia Obanda, choreographer Isabella McDonald, and sound and lighting design by Dan Martin. Photo credits: Stephen Rummel Photography. A special thank you to Emily Pappalardo, the summer intern from the PATH Foundation who helped with many aspects of the production. Look for information about next year's summer camp in the January 2023 edition of FCT's Spotlight newsletter.
Business sponsors and partnerships help us all build a better and more resourceful community. Fauquier Community Theatre sponsorships can be started at any time throughout the year. Whether as a new sponsor, or a returning one, it is easy to add your sponsorship. For more information and to see the list of sponsors, click on COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS. Please frequent the businesses of these generous sponsors, many have online services. Have your business front and center in the community with FCT. Questions? Email info@FCTstage.org or call FCT's executive director Debra Smyers at 540-349-8760.
FAUQUIER COMMUNITY THEATRE
Stage Address: 4225 Aiken Drive, Warrenton, VA 20187
Mailing Address: PO Box 3046, Warrenton, VA 20188
info@FCTstage.org 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 the community, educates through experience, participates in local activities, and collaborates with other arts groups.

Many thanks to all the actors, production teams, volunteers, business sponsors, individual donors, and members who work together to support the performing arts at Fauquier Community Theatre. 

FCT is thankful for the grants that support the mission and vision of the community theatre. Founded in 1978, Fauquier Community Theater is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization, supported in part through local grants from the PATH Foundation, The Jesse and Rose Loeb Foundation, Northern Piedmont Community Foundation, Claude Moore Charitable Foundation, Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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