Photo Flash: Guys & Dolls Rolls Onto Arizona Broadway Theatre Stage

The musical comedy classic Guys and Dolls rolls onto the Arizona Broadway Theatre stage February 27 through April 5, 2009. Guys and Dolls is the fifth production in ABT's fantastic fourth season.

Considered by many to be the perfect musical, Guys and Dolls is a high-energy story with colorful characters out of the world of Damon Runyon. This slick romantic comedy takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, with high-rolling crapshooters and their "dolls," and an over-the-top nightclub performer and her down-on-his-luck fiancé. Frank Loesser's score is bright and brassy, and features some of Broadway's most memorable songs, including the hits Luck Be A Lady, If I Were A Bell, and Sit Down, You're Rocking the Boat. The musical was first produced on Broadway at the 46th Street Theatre in 1950, and had an initial run of 1,200 performances, winning five Tony Awards, including the one for Best Musical. The show has enjoyed six Broadway revivals and a 1955 movie starring Marlon Brando and Frank Sinatra.

About the Cast

"We are thrilled to bring some familiar faces back to the ABT stage for this exciting production," stated Cassandra Norville Klaphake, ABT's Artistic Producer and Casting Director. Jeannie Shubitz is one of the returning alums. She will portray Sarah Brown, a young sergeant at the ‘Save-A-Soul Mission.' ABT audience members will remember Jeannie as Marian Paroo in last summer's The Music Man, as well as earlier performances as Fiona in Brigadoon and Josephine in HMS Pinafore. Other returning actors include Michael Hedges (Damn Yankees, Kiss Me, Kate) as Nathan Detroit and Mark DiConzo (Cabaret, A Christmas Carol) as Sky Masterson. Making her ABT debut is New York City-based actress, Erin O'Neil, as Miss Adelaide. "Erin brings a great spark to the character of Adelaide," Klaphake continued. "She is a cross between Betty Boop and Lucille Ball; her comic timing is flawless."

About Arizona Broadway Theatre

ABT, Arizona's one-of-a-kind, award-winning, state-of-the-art professional dinner theatre showcases locally and nationally acclaimed artists both onstage and behind the scenes. Following Guys and Dolls, ABT will be producing: Miss Saigon (April 17 - May 24), Bye Bye Birdie (June 5 - July 19), Forever Plaid and The Taffetas (August 7 - September 20).

ABT's luxurious auditorium comfortably accommodates 400 guests with unobstructed views from every seat. The VIP balcony seats an additional 44 with tables for two and four. The theatre offers a number of performances year-round with a variety of prices and times to fit every lifestyle. Gracious wait staff serve gourmet selections 90 minutes prior to each show. The theatre can facilitate luncheons, meetings, parties, and special events in its private banquet room, expansive lobby or auditorium. Groups can purchase an entire performance as exclusive entertainment. Discounts are extended to groups of 10, 20 or more.

ABT is conveniently located south of W. Bell Road off the Loop 101, east of the Peoria Sports Complex. Parking is free. For tickets and additional information about gift cards, special events packages, information about the Academy for Young Performers program, or to become an ABT subscriber, call the Box Office at 623.776.8400 or visit www.azbroadwaytheatre.com