Venice Theatre

Jay Handelman of The Herald-Tribune says,"Neil Kasanofsky is a commanding presence in Murray Chase’s production of Moliere’s 17th century comedy, re-set to 1950s New Orleans."

... to see The Miser!

A Stage II Comedy by Moliere
Adapted by Timothy Mooney
Closing this Sunday, May 6, 2012
Sponsored by Polly Skinner
Tickets $15-$27

It's one of the world’s greatest comedies by the master himself, Moliere.

Greed, lies, conflict and paranoia make this classic as funny today as it was in 1668.

Starring these funny people: Amy Blake, Tarah Hart, George Cerron, Neil Kasanofsky, Hunter Cross, Jim McGinnis, Arianna DeCecco, Peg McGinnis, Joanna Fontane, Paul Mullen, Jeremy Guerrero, Kiki Nikolic and Lee Hakeem.

Suzanne Coccia plays Daisy. Autry Davis is Hoke.

A MainStage Dramedy
May 8 - 20, 2012
By Alfred Uhry
Sponsored by Jim & Julie Podewitz
Tickets $12-$27

Don't miss Alfred Uhry’s sentimental comedy spanning 25 years in the lives of a stubborn Southern matriarch and her proud chauffeur.

Winner of the 1988 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and adapted into an Oscar-winning film.

Join the Humbug (Travis Rose), Milo (Jason Gill) and Tock, the watchdog (Jessica Szempruch) on their wild adventure!

A Generations Fantasy
May 17 - 27, 2012
by Susan Nanus
Based on the book by Norton Juster
Directed by Candace Artim
Tickets $10 for students. $16 for adults.

Follow Milo as he travels to the other side of the tollbooth! We promise you'll meet all kinds of interesting characters along the way as our everyday hero tries to rescue Rhyme and Reason from the Land of Ignorance.

This is a show the whole family is sure to enjoy. Here's what The New York Times had to say about the book:

“Most books advertised for ‘readers of all ages’ fail to keep their promise. But Norton Juster’s amazing fantasy has something wonderful for anybody old enough to relish the allegorical wisdom of Alice in Wonderland and the pointed whimsy of The Wizard of Oz.”

Artwork by Maryann Cassady

The Loveland Follies is celebrating year number 17! This year's show is a tribute written by Ronald Krine Myroup entitled "Ladies and Gentlemen ... The Beatles!"

You'll enjoy hearing all your favorite Beatles tunes as much as the performers enjoy singing them.

Don't miss The Loveland Players. They're "magical" ... "electrifying" ... "moving" ... and "wonderful"!

Butch Gerace and Bandana are back with all your classic rock favorites. Catch them on MainStage in July!

Save these dates for June - September. Each show is $20. Or get one ticket free if you buy the whole package. Four shows for $60!

Proceeds go to the Venice Theatre Guild's scholarship fund.

Gotta Luv It Band
Doo-Wop
June 16, 2012

Bandana
Classic Rock
July 14, 2012

The Boomers
'50s Music & Memories
August 18, 2012

Yesterdayze
The Greatest Hits of the '60s
September 15, 2012

Last November we presented Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. This fall, we're looking forward to How to Succeed in Business without Really Trying.

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Between our MainStage, Stage II, Cabaret and Generations Series, we've got something for everyone.

Highlights include:

• The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
• The 39 Steps
• The Rocky Horror Show
• Our Town
• and Hello, Dolly!

Our first SUMMER CAMP session begins June 5th! Have you signed up yet?

Remember, summer's not just for kids. We also offer the following classes for adults and teens:

• Directing with Sandy Davisson
• Acting with Ronald Myroup
• How to Succeed ... and Sing from the floor up with Joan Hazel

"God, I hope I get it."

The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (Summer Stock)
Director/Choreographer: Brad Wages
Music Director: Michelle Kasanofsky
Auditions: Sat, May 12 at 2 p.m.
Tues, May 15 at 7 p.m.
Performances: July 25 - Aug 4, 2012

Heidi (Generations)
Director: Sandy Davisson
Auditions: Sat, June 16 at 2:30 p.m.
Sun, June 17 at 5 p.m.
Performances: Sept 13 - 30, 2012

The Rocky Horror Show (Cabaret)
Director: Allan Kollar
Auditions: Sun, July 29 at 7:30 p.m.
Mon, July 30 at 7:30 p.m.
Performances: Oct 12 - Nov 3, 2012

Ed and Carolyn Boudrouex were excited to be honored with this year's President's Award.

A rip-roarin' time was had by all at the volunteer party! And the following volunteers were honored with awards:

Sandi Rundell & Jean Nuttal: David Towne Awards for exemplary service in the box office

Nancy Reynolds: Nancy Bloomquist Award for exemplary service in house management

Barry Sullivan: Kathryn Killinger Award for distinguished service to Venice Theatre’s education mission

Tony DeNiro: Teen Award for serving as an example of dynamic youth participation

Deke Short: Chris Magee Technical Award for outstanding service in theatre production for lighting

Terry Oxboel: Chris Magee Technical Award for outstanding service in hair and make-up

Debbie Polk: Joey Hodgini Award honoring a crew member who embodies the spirit of community theatre

Douglas Landin: Charles Finley Award honoring an actor who exemplifies the spirit of community theatre

Marvin Schuman: The one-and-only GOLDEN DONUT AWARD

Maggi Taylor: Bob Mosher “Unsung Hero” Award for unheralded service behind the scenes

Ed & Carolyn Boudreaux: 2011 President's Award for exemplary display of performance above and beyond the call of duty in a single season in more than one aspect of the theatre

Hall of Fame Inductees (volunteers who have demonstrated outstanding service and dedication over a period of at least 15 years): Alyssa Hunek, Joe Hunter, Bob Peters, Pinky Stewart, Zelma Neef, Walt Neef, Carolyn Hazard, John Hazard, Patricia Lewis, Marie Jennings and Ray Jennings

Special recognition was also given to Joan Dillon, long-time costumer and all-around Jill of All Trades since 1957, and this year's graduating seniors: Tony DeNiro, Hunter Cross, Kristin Pinkerton and Abigail Matthews.

Congratulations one and all. We couldn't do what we do without the hard work, talent and dedication of all our volunteers!