ACT Andover Theater Company - March 2012 - Getting ready for Summer Theater Camp in Andover

March 2012 Andover, MA  It'e been a busy season here at ACT.  This fall we wrapped up our production of Annie at The Rogers Center for the Arts and even performed on a float in the Andover Santa Parade. In january we ran The Great American Trailer Park Musical and are now in production for Rodgers and Hammerstein's South Pacific with ACTjr opening in April and the blockbuster musical 42nd St with ACT which opens in May.  Coming up is our annual summer dinner cabaret and our summer theater camp program in Andover, MA.

Last year our summer theater camp produced the acclaimed Les Miserables!  By request this year we have 2 camps one for our jr members and a new camp for younger performers.  This summer ACTjr will be producing How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying and ACTkids will put on Aladdin jr.  Don't miss these great summer theater camp programs  which feature classes in acting, dance, and music as well as technical theater with our talented staff or professionals Charles Gracy, Mark Mercer, Amy Wilkins Blanchette, Kim Cook,  & Jamie Cook.  Details and registration information at www.actandover.com   Class size is limited so register today! Don't miss out!

Seasons Greetings from The Trailer Park

The Great American Trailer Park Musical   Looking for that perfect last minute present that is just so super classy and special.  Treat 'em to an evening at the trailer park...The Great American Trailer Park Musical that is.  January 20-21.  This special production is offered as musical dinner theater and will have you rolling in the aisle with laughter.  So bring the whole family (as long as they aint younger than 18 'cause we have some very adult themes, language and humor at Armadillo Acres - Florida's Finest Manufactured Home Community) Seating is limited and first come first serve.  Call today 978-276-9568 to reserve your table or reserve online atwww.actandover.com   DINNER THEATER $47.50  includes dinner and the show cash bar available The Great American Trailer Park Musical Music & Lyrics by David Nehls Book by Betsy Kelso Director: Charles Gracy Music Director:  Mark Mercer Choreographer:  Beth Kennedy The Cast: Cara Marie Kennedy, Susan Hawes, Caitlin Hawes, Jamie Cook, Nick Kalantzakos Jr., Mark Gracy and Linda Lee Scali   There's a new tenant at Armadillo Acres - and she's wreaking havoc all over North Florida's most exclusive trailer park. When Pippi, the stripper on the run, comes between the Dr. Phil-loving, agoraphobic Jeannie and her tollbooth collector husband - the storms begin to brew. NOTE: This play contains adult themes and language and is not suitable for persons under 18 years of age. No one under 18 admitted unless accompanied by a parent.

DIVAS dinner theater at the Indian Ridge Country Club

Andover, MA ACT presents DIVAS Dinner Cabaret at the Indian Ridge Country ClubThere are still tickets available for Friday night July 22nd dinner cabaret at the Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover, Massachusetts.
DIVAS is a summer dinner cabaret produced every year by ACT Andover Theater Company. This summers show features musical arrangements inspired by the DIVAS of stage, screen, radio and television. Come join the talented cast of DIVAS for an evening of dinner and fabulous entertainment. Tickets are $45 and include a 3 course dinner and the show! Call today (978) 276-9568 or visit the ACT Theater Website
Tickets are not available at the door and there are only a few tables left. Call or visit the website today.

DIVAS

Join us for a night of music from the Divas of the stage, screen and radio! This fantastic cabaret will feature everyone from Judy Garland to Madonna and divas from every genre.

Ticket Price: $45 per person (include 3 course dinner and show)
A cash bar will be available.

In addition to the show, the evening will feature a silent auction. Attendees will be able to bid on fantastic items throughout the evening.

Seating is limited and is assigned on a first come first serve basis. You will be contacted by the Box Office Manager, Rhonda Pare to finalize your seating for the show you select. Tickets can be purchased online at www.actandover.com, through a cast member, or by emailing/calling the box office at boxoffice@actandover.com or (978) 276-9568.

DIVAS - Summer Dinner Cabaret - Andover MA

Andover MA - Auditions have begun for DIVAS - ACT's summer dinner cabaret at the Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover, MA. Next round of auditions is Wed May 4th check out the ACT website Audition page for more details or call 978-476-1138 and speak to Charles Gracy who is directing the show.

The BOX OFFICE for DIVAS is now open! Tickets are on sale for the dinner cabaret which includes a fabulous 3 course meal and the cabaret featuring the music of DIVAS of stage, screen, radio. The show is performed at the fabulous Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover, MA
Seating is limited and first come first serve.

Visit the ACT WEBSITE or the link for DIVAS below

BOX OFFICE FOR DIVAS

DIVAS auditions tonight!

Come on down to audition for this fabulous and fun summer dinner cabaret featuring the music of DIVAS such as Barbra, Cher, Madonna, Judy, Liza, Bette, Reba, Dolly, and many more one named superstars :-) See you all tonight!

EVENT LINK ON FACEBOOK

AUDITIONS FOR DIVAS - Summer Dinner Cabaret at the Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover, MA
ACT Andover Space
250 Canal Street, 4th Floor
Lawrence, MA

Questions? Call 978-476-1138 Charles Gracy Artistic Director ACT for more information visit our website ACT

Music Program to be cut in Andover MA! Just say NO!

As many of you know I am actively involved in and a huge proponent of the Arts and Music and have been actively involved since my grade school days MANY years ago. Today I found out that Andover has elected to eliminate it's music teacher at the high school level and possibly the mid-school level - as a result of a budget cut. Mark Mercer has been an incredible asset the music department and students and he has done more for this high school music program than anyone in a long time. It is so important that our kids get as much exposure to music as possible. Scientific studies have proven the positive value of music in young people's brains - improved spacial perception, better math skills, better problem solving, cultural adaptation skills and more are only the beginning of the benefits. See here for more http://www.childrensmusicworkshop.com/advocacy/12benefits.html

Andover prides itself and enjoys the luxury or higher real estate values as a result of the perceived quality of it's public education. This action will have a major negative impact on that positive perception.

If you are an Andover resident or student and feel this cost cutting measure is a mistake please take action tonight and attend the school board meeting. Make your opinion know and let them know we will not accept this detrimental cut in the the children's education in Andover.

Please let the decision makers know this is not acceptable today!

ACT Andover to perform at The Taste of The Andovers Oct 20, 2010

ACT Andover is performing during the Taste of The Andovers. Come enjoy the finest culinary delights of the Andovers. October 20, 2010 at Wyndham Andover Hotel 6:30pm - 8:30pm Tickets $25 Event proceeds benefit scholarships for local high school students.

Cinderella Comes to Andover MA Oct 29th - 31st

Andover, MA Cinderella the Musical by Rogers and Hammerstein comes to Andover. ACT Andover presents Cinderella October 29-31. Tickets are on sale now. Order on-line at the ACT Andover website or call 978-276-9568. Tickets are going fast. Don't miss out on this great show! The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother. As adapted for the stage, with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, the hearts of children and adults alike still soar when the slipper fits. This Enchanted Edition is based on the 1997 teleplay.
Directed by Charles Gracy, Music Direction by Peg DiGrazia and Choreography by Amy Wilkins-Blanchette

From Stage to Screen - Dinner Theater at the Indian Ridge Country Club

Only a few seats left for ACT's Summer extravaganza at the Indian Ridge Country Club in Andover, MA. Come join us for dinner and a toe tapping evening of the song and dance from the very best of movie musicals in From Stage to Screen. August 13 and August 14 at the Indian Ridge Country Club Andover, MA.
Detail at the ACT website www.ACTAndover.com


Director: Charles Gracy
Choreographer: Elizabeth Kennedy
Music Director: Wende Donahue