Arvada Center Eliminates Ticketing Fees For Next Season

As the Arvada Center closes the 2008/2009 season on a financial high note, and it's anticipating that the upcoming season will be even more impressive. "We recognize there are economic issues out there for our audiences," states Executive Director Gene Sobczak. "This is just another way for us to show our patrons that we appreciate them and want making the choice to come back an easy one." To keep the momentum, the Center is offering a spectacular lineup of quality theater, and giving subscribers a break by eliminating all ticketing fees. In addition, the Center is also implementing a 10-month installment payment plan for subscribers as well as discounted
membership packages. The results-greater entertainment value that's affordable for everyone.

As we look to the next season, our goals are aggressive and our ambitions great. The 2009/2010 theater programming is robust, acknowledging the content and scope patrons want and expect," states Executive Director Gene Sobczak.

"Miss Saigon"
A Musical by Claude-Michel Schönberg and Alain Boublil
Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg
Lyrics by Alain Boublil and Richard Maltby, Jr.
Directed by Rod A. Lansberry
September 15 - October 11, 2009
Main Stage
From the creators of "Les Misérables," Miss Saigon is a Tony Award®-winning Broadway blockbuster and tells a war-time love story of an American G.I. and a Vietnamese bar girl during the fall of Saigon, and their heart-wrenching reunion.

"The Second Tosca"
Written by Tom Rowan
Directed by Christie Montour-Larson
October 20 - November 22, 2009
Black Box
A smart, sexy comedy following the backstage antics at an opera house, "The Second Tosca" is a witty story about love, ambition and rivalry. Authored by ex-Denverite Tom Rowan, the story features an aging diva clinging to her last chance for greatness and a rising diva waiting in the wings for her chance in the spotlight.

"Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor® Dreamcoat"
A Musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice
Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Lyrics by Tim Rice
Directed by Stephen Bourneuf
November 24 - December 27, 2009
Main Stage
"Joseph" returns to the Arvada Center. This award-winning show is the "colorful" retelling of the biblical life of Joseph. Filled with high-spirited songs and energetic choreography, this next generation of "Joseph" is great for all generations, making it a perfect holiday event for the entire family.

"A Man for all Seasons"
Written by Robert Bolt
Directed by Anthony Powell
February 2 - March 7, 2010
Black Box
A classic Tony Award®-winning play about one man's struggle to stand by his beliefs, remain loyal to his King and the price he pays for his convictions. "A Man for all Seasons" is an engaging commentary on the treacherous interplay of church and state during the reign of King Henry VIII.

"Nine"
Book by Arthur Kopit
Music and Lyrics by Maury Yeston
Directed by Rod A. Lansberry
Starring Randal Keith as Guido Contini
April 20 - May 16, 2010
Main Stage
Winner of five Tony Awards® and inspired by the Fellini film "8½", "Nine," the musical, serves up the comic plight of Guido Contini, a famous Hollywood film director and aging Casanova. Hilarious and bizarre musical interchanges between his producer, his wife, his mistress and the actress he needs to woo for his next big film, makes "Nine" a "Ten" for all theater-goers.

"All Shook Up"
Book by Joe DiPietro
July 13 - August 8, 2010
Main Stage
A square little town becomes "all shook up" when a motorcycle-riding roustabout rolls into town with a song in his heart and an eye for the ladies. With over 25 of Elvis Presley's greatest hits, this musical is full of mishap and mischievous madness that is sure to rock the house. Winner of the 2005 Theatre World Award, "All Shook Up" is a great show for all ages.

The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is devoted to all aspects of the arts and generously supported by the Scientific & Cultural Facilities District (SCFD). For more information about the Center and our 2009/2010 Theater Season, call the Arvada Center box office at (720) 898-7200 or visit arvadacenter.org.

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