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TWIN CITY STAGE: THE 80TH SEASON

Welcome!For 80 years, Twin City Stage has been an extraordinary family of committed and dedicated volunteers, patrons and staff. Since its inception as The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem in 1935, we have been a fundamental part of Winston-Salem’s cultural scene, inviting everyone in the community to exercise their imaginations, stretch their creative muscles, and experience the joys of live theatre.

Take a look at our exciting and innovative season of productions, and plan on joining us for family friendly entertainment, thought-provoking intrigue, and Triad premiere productions. We offer a unique opportunity to be a part of Winston-Salem’s original theatre, an innovative and creative environment, where everyone is a part of the story—on stage, backstage, in the audience, the office, and the shops. You don’t get to be 80 years old without a lot of help from your friends!

You make a difference in the life of this theatre and we hope that we make a difference in yours, too. Thank you for being a part of our story.

See you in the theatre!

Maureen Daly, Executive Director

SEPTEMBER 19-21 & 25-28, 2014

Into the WoodsBook by James Lapine; Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim “So into the woods you go again…you have to every now and then. Into the woods, no telling when, be ready for the journey.” The forests are not always what they seem in Sondheim’s spellbinding, romantic, and brilliant Into the Woods. Weaving everyone’s favorite fairy tales together, this delightful and witty musical asks: what happens after happily ever after? Winner of the 1987 Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score, this timeless modern classic combines dazzling lyrics, sumptuous melodies, and a deliciously wicked plot to form a fractured fairy-tale that will take you into the woods… and back again.

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The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem has its beginning at a meeting with Dorothy Knox presiding.1935

The State of NC issues a certification of incorporation to The Little Theatre of Winston-Salem, Inc.1950

Doris Pardington becomes the first full-time, professional manager-director.

1950

FEBRUARY 6-8 & 12-15, 2015

Pride and Prejudice Adapted by Jon Jory from the novel by Jane Austen “It is a truth, universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune must be in want of a wife.” Finding a husband is hardly Elizabeth Bennet’s most urgent priority. But with four sisters, an overzealous match-making mother, and a string of unsuitable suitors, it’s difficult to escape the subject. When the independent-minded Elizabeth meets the handsome but enigmatic Mr. Darcy, one question prevails: can they possibly look beyond his pride and her prejudice to make the best match of all? Jane Austen’s classic 1813 novel comes to life in this refreshingly fast-paced and engaging new adaptation.

NOVEMBER 7-9 & 13-16, 2014

A Time to Kill Adapted for the stage by Rupert Holmes, based on the classic best seller by John Grisham “What is it in us that seeks the truth? Is it our minds or is it our hearts?” Torn in half by an unspeakable crime, a small Mississippi town becomes the center of a media storm where innocence is the victim, race is on trial and lives hang in the balance. The first John Grisham novel to be brought to the stage, A Time to Kill tells the morally complex tale of Carl Lee Hailey, an African-American father who takes justice into his own hands, and Jake Brigance, the white defense attorney who dares to take his case.

The Little Theatre moves into the Hanes Community Center on Coliseum Drive.

1957

The Little Theatre stages its first musical, Cole Porter’s Anything Goes. Doris Pardington directs.1960

MAY 29-31 & JUNE 4-7, 2015

Vanya and Sonia and Masha and SpikeBy Christopher Durang “I wish you wouldn’t feel jealous of me. It just exhausts me.” Middle-aged siblings Vanya and Sonia have never left the confines of their childhood home in Bucks County, PA, while their sister Masha has been gallivanting around the world as a successful actress. When Masha arrives for a surprise visit with Spike, her 20-something boy toy, the normally quiet household is thrown into utter upheaval as its residents and visitors get swept up in an intoxicating mixture of lust, rivalry, regret, and the sudden possibility of escape. Winner of the 2013 Tony Award for Best Play.

MARCH 27-29, APRIL 2-5 & 9-12, 2015

Mary Poppins Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman; Book by Julian Fellowes; New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe; Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh (pending approval of production rights)

There’s only one word for it—“Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious!” Jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she teaches the family how to value each other again. Based on the books by P. L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Mary Poppins includes a score filled with timeless classics such as “Jolly Holiday”, “Step in Time”, and the Academy Award®-winning “Chim-Chim Cher-ee”.

OCTOBER 17-19, 2014

The O utsidersAdapted by Christopher Sergel, from the book by S. E. Hinton “When you’re a kid everything’s new, dawn. It’s just when you get used to everything that it’s day.” Teen rivalry in a small Southern town sets the stage for this dramatic interpretation of the novel by S.E. Hinton. Seen through the eyes of young Ponyboy, a Greaser on the wrong side of life, The Outsiders tells the story of the ongoing conflict between the underprivileged Greasers and the rich-kid Socs in rural Oklahoma. When a territorial battle goes wrong, Ponyboy and his friends have to grow up quickly, holding on to their hope and their friends in the midst of a very climactic ending.

The theatre’s desire to provide training and education results in acting classes for students.

1969

Youth ProductionsEducation is an important aspect of our mission and we are pleased to offer a new and exciting Youth Production Series to our repertoire. Produced with the same high-quality standards you’ve come to expect from Twin City Stage, the shows in this series are an outgrowth of the dynamic acting classes and camps we currently offer. The full-length, main stage productions will follow the same open audition process that we’ve always used, but have been specifically chosen with an eye toward multiple roles for young performers. Our goal is to develop young, motivated theatre enthusiasts by offering storylines of interest to young people and creating memorable experiences for the young performers in our community. Although not a part of our standard membership package, these Youth Productions are a great way to see tomorrow’s talent today!

The Little Theatre renames itself Twin City Stage.2009

Twin City Stage merges with The Children’s Theatre of Winston-Salem. 2011

MAY 1-3, 2015

Anne of Green Gables Adapted by Peter DeLaurier, from the novel by L. M. Montgomery “I’ve always dreamed of going to a picnic in puffed sleeves. I’d rather look ridiculous with everyone else than plain and sensible all by myself.” When aging brother and sister Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert send to the orphanage in Nova Scotia for a boy to help them on the farm, they get more than they bargain for. Due to a mix-up, they are instead left with 11-year-old Anne Shirley. Over the course of six years, this romantic, hot-headed, and energetic redhead wins their hearts and turns the stodgy, rural Canadian community into a bright world of “kindred spirits.” This swift yet theatrical adaptation of the classic novel is an all-ages crowd-pleaser.

DECEMBER 19-21, 2014

Yes, Virginia: The Musical Music by Wesley Whatley; book & lyrics by William Schermerhorn “It’s true if you believe!” Eight-year-old Virginia O’Hanlon has always loved Christmas. When her classmates bring up the age-old question: “Is there a Santa Claus?” Virginia ventures into the city to find out for herself. A scraggly Santa, an excitable librarian, and even Virginia’s quirky doctor father can’t give her a satisfactory answer. So, Virginia writes to Francis Church, the editor of The New York Sun. The answer she receives is one that will become the most famous newspaper editorial of all time.

Help set the stage for great things to come... You have to admit, 80 years is a pretty big milestone. And to celebrate that milestone, we decided to challenge ourselves. We’ve set our sights high—which is nothing new for us. We aim to raise $80,000 in celebration of our 80th year in a campaign we are calling “80 for 80.” We hope that you will help us meet our goal! Twin City Stage is committed to excellence. Our goal is to not only provide exceptional theatre, but also to make a positive impact in our community. We are proud of our long history, deep roots, and all of our enthusiastic volunteers whose many contributions are appreciated and valued. We are also dedicated to sound financial stewardship, so we can provide creative opportunities for generations to come. Theatre is a collaborative art. Our 80 years of success has been possible because of the tremendous dedication of generous patrons, volunteers and staff. You are our most valuable asset, and you make a difference—with your generous commitment to Twin City Stage, you support a creative community that benefits and expands the quality of life in Winston Salem. Help us set the stage for great things to come. Be a part of the 80 for 80 campaign!

COME PLAY WITH US!Twin City Stage is a volunteer organization. Our actors, ushers, back-stage crew, and many others give their time and talent so that we can produce the caliber of theatre our community deserves. It’s a fun job, and a great way to meet people and make new friends.

If you are interested in volunteering at Twin City Stage, please let us know. We would love to have you join our theatre family! For more information, call the theatre at (336) 748-0857 x201 or visit the website at www.TwinCityStage.org.

Volunteer Opportunitiesushers • house managers • concessions • make-up opening night servers • auditions • box officestage managers • running crew • props • costumes dressers • set construction • lighting • sound • hairfly rail • painters • posters • photographers • actors

Be A Part Of The Story “If you really want to help the American theater, don’t be an actress, dahling. Be an audience.”

—Tallulah Bankhead, Actress 1902-1968

Join us as a Season Member for our 80th Season! Your membership includes:

• Fiveflexible admissions! Use these for any or all of the shows that you want to see.

• Asavings of up to 20% off regular ticket prices. It’s like getting five tickets for the price of four!

• Earlyseatreservations. Choose the seats you want before the box office opens to the general public.

• Extras! Be the first to know about added shows and special events.

• Membersreceiveadditional discounts on single tickets, costume rentals and acting classes.

Season Memberships will only be sold until Friday, September 5, so act now!

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Celebrating our 80th