THESEASON

2016 - 2017CENTER REPERTORY COMPANY | CONTRA COSTA MUSICAL THEATRE

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Michael ButlerCenter REP Artistic Director

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The Season2016-2017

Two Great Theatre Companies,One Great Season!

“Please join us for the ideal election-year musical show,plus a blast-from-the-past that your entire family can enjoy together.”

For CCMT: left to rightShannon Strain Demers, PresidentWendy Wilcox, Vice PresidentDanny Boyle, General Manager and Artistic Advisor

Mark Farrell, Lynda DiVito from REP’s TenderlyPhoto by KevinBerne.com

It Shoulda Been YouBy Brian Hargrove and Barbara Anselmi

A hilarious and heartwarming musicalthat is a culture clash for the ages.

1776 By Peter Stone

The most fascinating leaders in American historycome to life in a musical about the birth of a nation!

Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville:A Sherlock Holmes Mystery

Sherlock Holmes is on the case!See how far from elementary the truth can be.

A Christmas Carol By Charles Dickens

Still “THE Christmas Carol to see in the Bay Area.”

Women in Jeopardy!By Wendy MacLeod

Thelma and Louise meets The First Wives Clubin this fun and flirtatious new comedy.

Sisters Matsumoto By Philip Kan Gotanda

Three sisters discover secrets, lost opportunitiesand new beginnings in this charming story

of a bittersweet homecoming.

GreaseBy Jim Jacobs and Warren Casey

The soundtrack of a generation!

Altar BoyzBy Kevin Del Aguila,

Gary Adler and Michael Patrick WalkerFull of sharp parody, sinfully spectacular

dancing and irreverent humor.

“I was blown away.”– Pat Craig, Bay Area News Group

Center REP Season Sponsor

Altar Boyz Center REPMay 26 – July 1, 2017BOOK BY MUSIC & LYRICS BY Kevin Del Aguila Gary Adler & Michael Patrick WalkerFull of sharp parody, sinfully spectacular dancing and irreverent humor, this spoof about a heavenly guy-group is adored by audiences and critics alike. With an extraordinary mix of side-splitting songs convincing enough to be played on MTV, uncontrollable laughs and lighthearted fun, this award-winning and totally original new musical is 90 minutes of pure delight. Suitable for all ages, the whole family will be laughing and singing along.

Grease CCMTMarch 31 – April 30, 2017BOOK, MUSIC & LYRICS BYJim Jacobs and Warren CaseyThe soundtrack of a generation!Sandy Dumbrowski, the new girl in town, and Danny Zuko, the school’s coolest dude, have a secret summertime romance – but when they get back to school, everything is different. The leader of the pack and his bobby-sox sweetheart must navigate the tricky high school social waters in an attempt to rekindle their romance. In one of Broadway’s longest-running musicals, rip-roaring dance numbers and the soundtrack of a generation make this wonderful blast from the past a nostalgic must-see for grandparents, parents and younger fans who continue to enjoy the popular film and television versions.

It Shoulda Been You Center REPSeptember 2 – October 8, 2016BOOK & LYRICS BY MUSIC & CONCEPT BY DIRECTED BY MUSIC DIRECTION BY CHOREOGRAPHY BY Brian Hargrove Barbara Anselmi Marc Jacobs Brandon Adams Gia Solari This hilarious and heartwarming musical is a culture clash for the ages as two familiesfrom wildly different backgrounds come together to celebrate a wedding. Then thebride’s ex-boyfriend arrives, bringing the wedding to a screeching halt and throwingboth families into hysterical chaos. Plots are hatched, promises broken, secretsexposed – it’s enough to make the most experienced wedding planner throw up hishands and say “Holy matrimony!”

1776 CCMTOctober 7 – November 5, 2016BOOK BY MUSIC & LYRICS BY Peter Stone Sherman Edwards The most fascinating leaders in American history come to life in a musicalabout the birth of a nation!A revolution is brewing in the colonies! It’s up to John Adams – the outspoken delegate from Massachusetts – Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia to convince a stubborn congress of British colonists to unite as American patriots, channel their freedom-loving spirit and turn the inevitable war with England into a Declaration of Independence! 1776 puts a human face on the pages of history as proud, frightened, uncertain, irritable, charming, often petty and ultimately noble figures determine to do the right thing for a fledgling nation.Funny, insightful and compelling Tony Award-winner for Best Musical.

Musicals Kelly Britt, Noel Anthony and cast members from CCMT’s The Music ManPhoto by Linda Carter

All four of the 2016-2017Season plays will be produced by

Center REPertory Company

Center REP Season Sponsor

Tracy Hazas, Lynda DiVito, Michael Butler and Lizzie O’Hara from REP’s MirandolinaPhoto by KevinBerne.com

A Christmas CarolDecember 8 – 18, 2016BY ADAPTED BY DIRECTED BY Charles Dickens Cynthia Caywood and Richard L. James Scott DenisonStill “THE Christmas Carol to see in the Bay Area.”Brimming with music and dance, love and laughter, spectacular special effects andscary ghosts, it’s no wonder the critics have called it “THE Christmas Carol to seein the Bay Area.” Join the thousands who make this theatrical event a part of theirannual holiday traditions.

Ken Ludwig’sBaskerville:A Sherlock Holmes MysteryOctober 21 – November 19, 2016DIRECTED BY Michael ButlerFrom the classic thriller by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.Get your deerstalker cap on – the play’s afoot! Comedic genius Ken Ludwig transforms Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic The Hound of the Baskervilles into a murderously funny adventure. Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are on the case. Watch as our intrepid investigators try to escape a dizzying web of clues, silly accents, disguises and deceit as five actors deftly portray more than 40 characters. Join the fun and see how far from elementary the truth can be.

Women in Jeopardy!January 27 – February 25, 2017BY DIRECTED BYWendy MacLeod Michael Butler Divorcees Mary and Jo are suspicious of their friend Liz’s new dentist boyfriend. He’s not just a weirdo – he may be a serial killer! After all, his hygienist just disappeared. Trading their wine glasses for spy glasses, imaginations run wild as the ladies try to discover the truth and save their friend in a hilarious off-road adventure.“Modern, lively and loads of fun.” – The Boston Globe.

Sisters MatsumotoMarch 31 – April 29, 2017BY DIRECTED BYPhilip Kan Gotanda Mina Morita Stockton, California. 1946. The war is over and American optimism is returning.Also returning are the three Matsumoto sisters – Rose, Grace and Chiz – to their family home to begin their lives again after internment in Arkansas. Successful, prosperous and part of the community before the war, taking up life where they left off proves more complicated than they thought. Balancing comedy, romance and suspense, this tender and truly heartwarming play tells an important story of what it means to be American.

Plays

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Subscriber BenefitsIce Cream!All proceeds benefit the Young REP Theatre Workshop. 8, 7 and 6 SHOW Package subscribers receive FREE ice cream at all performances.

Additional Benefits

Listening systems for hearing-impaired patrons available in all theatres.

Wheelchair access in all theatres.

Season Partner

Foundation Sponsor

Walnut Creek Library 1644 North Broadway Walnut Creek

For more information visit us at www.LesherARTScenter.org

Young REP Theatre WorkshopCenter REP’s summer intensive training program. Taught by working theatre professionals. Actor training in a variety of techniques and skills. Master classes. Performance workshops in both musical and classical theatre. New works writing workshop. Six weeks that can change a young person’s life. Visit www.youngrep.org or call 925-295-1400 for more info. It’s awesome!

“First Look” OpportunityCenter REPertory Company is proud to continue its ”First Look” program thankingUS Military personnel, US Veterans and active college students with $15 tickets to any opening night or preview performance of a Center REP show. All two-year and four-year college students, faculty and staff with a school ID or any active military or veterans with appropriate ID can purchase a $15 ticket to any Center REP opening night or preview performance. (Subject to availability.)

Keep your premium seats year after yearSpecial ticket exchange privileges, with quick will-call pick-upNEW! Convenient & easy exchange request options now available onlineLost ticket coverage (prior to your performance, with photo ID)Discount on additional single tickets (for performances in your selected package)NEW! Additional discounted tickets available online, when signed into your account

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Michael Ray Wisely, Tyler Hennessy and the cast of REP’s A Christmas CarolPhoto by KevinBerne.com

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