October 30 – November 23, 2008
Music & Lyrics by William Finn
Conceived by Rob Ruggiero

REGIONAL PREMIERE: The composer and lyricist of the musicals Falsettos, A New Brain and The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, William Finn has been a staple of the American theatre for 30 years. At once witty, wistful, neurotic and brave, Finn’s music has been revered by audiences and critics alike. Using a quartet of singers and a single piano, Make Me a Song is a musical celebration of one of our musical theatre greats. Recommended for mature audiences.

Brought to you in part by The Embrey Family Foundation.

November 28 – December 21, 2008
by Preston Lane
with original music by Laurelyn Dossett

REGIONAL PREMIERE: Reverend Roy Ledbetter and the congregation of the Open Heart Community Fellowship Church bring the Christmas story to life in an Appalachian setting with down-home laughter, toe-tapping music and a tug at the heart. In the tradition of the medieval mystery plays of Old England, Beautiful Star weaves music, humor and wonder together, re-telling great stories from the Bible in a festive gathering of family, friends and faith. Recommended for general audiences.

December 3 – 21, 2008
by Steve Murray

REGIONAL PREMIERE: Share the hope and humor of Frank Capra’s adored classic Christmas film It’s a Wonderful Life re-imagined as a one-man tour de force. There’s the family man George Bailey; evil and miserly Mr. Potter; Clarence, the dotty angel-in-waiting; devoted Mary; and Zuzu with her petals. But we can’t forget the image of a man standing alone on a bridge on Christmas Eve...the story of how he got there, and how he found his way back home. Brimming with hope and humor, This Wonderful Life is a must-see event that will provide the perfect start to your family’s holiday festivities. Recommended for general audiences.

January 15 – February 1, 2009
Book & Lyrics by Brian Crawley
Music by Jeanine Tesori

When Violet was 13 years old, a tragic accident left her scarred for life. Now an adult, she must embark on a cross-country pilgrimage to find a cure for her ailment - a journey that will reconcile the tragic events of her past with the harsh realities of her present. Boasting a score that mixes country, bluegrass and R&B, Violet is the story of one woman’s healing journey to discover love, courage, and the meaning of acceptance. Recommended for mature audiences.

January 29 – February 13, 2009
by Sarah Treem

REGIONAL PREMIERE: Amanda Blue has put her music career on hold. It takes a long time to write a symphony; besides, there are other considerations. She has a full-time job. Her boyfriend is about to become famous. Her mother is planning to leave her father. And she’s re-connecting with the one that got away. A new romantic comedy, A Feminine Ending is about dreams deferred, loves lost and learning to trust a woman’s voice in a man’s world. Recommended for mature audiences.

Brought to you in part by The Embrey Family Foundation.

April 2 – 19, 2009
by Tennessee Williams

In Tennessee Williams’ powerful and poetic memory play, The Glass Menagerie, Tom is torn between the duty to his overbearing mother Amanda and his desire to escape the shackles of his life.  Trapped between the two is the delicate and isolated Laura.  Praised for its tenderness and charm, Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie stands as Williams’ most intimate and riveting drama.

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April 16 – May 3, 2009
by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa

REGIONAL PREMIERE: Ethan Keene, playwright and comic book writer, is on the verge of having it all – success, money, and a Hollywood movie credit. But getting to that Hollywood Premiere may be more dramatic than the movie. His father is having a marital crisis, his boyfriend is begging for more attention, and his producer is demanding a re-write. Based on a Totally True Story is the story of one wanna-be screenwriter’s attempt to find his own happy ending before the final credits roll. Recommended for mature audiences.

Brought to you in part by The Embrey Family Foundation.

May 21 – June 7, 2009
by Kenny Finkle

REGIONAL PREMIERE: Samantha is having some serious problems. Her friend Shuman doesn’t always understand her. Her therapist treats her like a stray. And she’s kept from being with her true love by a sliding glass door. It’s definitely not easy being a housecat. Quirky and warm-hearted, Indoor/Outdoor examines the world through the eyes of a frisky housecat to see if the grass is greener on the other side of the pet door. Recommended for mature audiences.

June 4 – 21, 2009
by Adam Bock

REGIONAL PREMIERE: At the start of a typical day in the Northeast Office, Beverly deals effortlessly with ringing phones and her colleague’s romantic troubles. But the appearance of a charming rep from the Central Office disrupts the friendly routine. And as the true nature of the company’s business becomes apparent, Beverly realizes that her life as The Receptionist will never be the same. Recommended for mature audiences.

Brought to you in part by The Embrey Family Foundation.

July 16 - August 2, 2009
by Paul Slade Smith

In a cheap motel rool, an embezzling mayor meets with his female accountant while two undercover cops wait in the room next door to videotape the tryst. But there's some confusion as to who's in which room, who's being videotaped, who's taken the money, who's hired a hit man, and why the accountant keeps running around in her underwear. In the grand tradition o Noises off, Unnecessary Farce is a side-splitting comedy sure to have you rolling in the aisles with laughter. Recommended for general audiences.