SCR Announces Their Calendar For November 2009 - February 2010

NOVEMBER 2009 - FEBRUARY 2010

OCTOBER

Oct. 23 - Nov. 22 ? Segerstrom Stage ? West Coast Premiere

SATURN RETURNS

by Noah Haidle

directed by David Emmes
From the fertile brain of Noah Haidle, one of the brightest new voices in American theatre, comes 88-year-old Gustin. He's endearingly crabby and, according to his caregiver, perfectly healthy and in no need of care. But there are echoes in Gustin's home, echoes of the women he loved-and thought he couldn't live without. He steps into those echoes and takes the audience with him through three stages of his life, on an inventive journey that bends time and surprises at every turn.

Previews Oct. 23-29, opens Oct. 30, closes Nov. 22.

Tickets: $20-$65 (Previews $20-$55, Regular Run $28-$65). See last page for performance times.

Pay-What-You-Will: Saturday, Oct. 31 at 2:30pm

Free Post-Show Discussions: Wednesday, Nov. 4 and Tuesday, Nov. 10

INSIDE THE SEASON interactive class about the production: Saturday, Nov. 7, 10:30 am-12:30 pm, $12

ASL interpreted performance for the deaf community: Saturday, Nov. 21, at 2:30 pm

Honorary Producers: Bette & Wylie Aitken

Oct. 29 ? Julianne Argyros Stage

NEWSCRIPTS READING

BOB

By Peter Sinn Nachtrieb

Staged Reading directed by Shelley Butler
BOB tells the life story of Bob, whose mother gave birth to him in a White Castle bathroom on Valentine's Day, then abandoned him to his fate. A restaurant employee, convinced by a fortune cookie that she will one day be mother to a great man, takes him in as her own. Thus begins a most unconventional childhood, followed by an equally unconventional adulthood. Bob's quest to fulfill his adopted mother's dream for him sends him down a difficult and lonely path, as he moves from town to town and job to job in search of the place where he belongs. Happiness, he eventually discovers, is elusive, but not out of reach.

Tickets: $12.

Honorary Producer: Elaine J. Weinberg

NOVEMBER

Through Nov. 22 ? Segerstrom Stage

SATURN RETURNS

by Noah Haidle

directed by David Emmes

(see October listing)
Nov. 6 - 22 ? Theatre for Young Audiences / Julianne Argyros Stage

JUNIE B. JONES AND A LITTLE MONKEY BUSINESS

Book, music and lyrics by Joan Cushing

Adapted from the book JUNIE B. JONES AND A LITTLE MONKEY BUSINESS by Barbara Park, illustrated by Denise Brunkus, Copyright © 2003 by Barbara Park

The Washington Post called it "tuneful, funny and bouncy-a treat in Crayola colors!" Audiences of all ages will agree as they enjoy this musical delight narrated by the star of the show, the world's funniest kindergartner-Junie B. herself. A straight talking (some might say loudmouth) five-year-old who's not at all interested in frilly clothes-though she does envy the new pink high tops of her friend, "That Grace." Junie will steal your heart as she frets over a double whammy problem: having a baby brother on the way and trying to come up with a great idea for show-and-tell. Her solution will knock your socks off!

Previews Nov. 6-13, opens Nov. 14, closes Nov. 22.

Tickets: $17-$29 (Previews $18-$25, Regular Run $22-$29). See last page for performance times.

Corporate Honorary Producer: Bank of America

Theatre for Young Audiences is made possible in part by grants from The Nicholas Endowment and The Segerstrom Foundation.
November 28 - December 26 ? Segerstrom Stage

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

by Charles Dickens, adapted by Jerry Patch

directed by John-David Keller
Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, Orange County's beloved holiday family tradition, returns to South Coast Repertory for its 30th incarnation. Hal Landon Jr., who stars as Ebenezer Scrooge, has entertained audiences for over a quarter of a century with his memorable portrayal of the world's most celebrated miser.

Previews November 28-December 1, opens December 4, closes December 26.

Tickets: $24-$59 (Previews $24-$40, Regular Run $34-$59). See last page for performance times.

ASL Interpreted performance for the deaf community: Saturday, Dec. 12, at 2:30 pm

Corporate Honorary Producer: U.S. Bank

DECEMBER

Through December 26 ? Segerstrom Stage

A CHRISTMAS CAROL by Charles Dickens, adapted by Jerry Patch, directed by John-David Keller

(see November listing)

JANUARY

January 3 - January 24 ? Julianne Argyros Stage ? West Coast Premiere

ORDINARY DAYS

music and lyrics by Adam Gwon

directed by Ethan McSweeny

A promising star plucked from the new breed of composers in America, Adam Gwon is the latest winner of the Fred Ebb Award for Excellence in Musical Theater Songwriting. With Ordinary Days he hit the boards running in the USA and the UK, causing critics to sit up and take notice of its spare, fast-paced and lyrical form. From the bustling streets to the quiet rooftops, four young New Yorkers trying to find their way become intricately connected through a series of funny and fortuitous events that prove ordinary days can be simply extraordinary.

Tickets: $20-$65 (Previews $20-$55, Regular Run $28-$65). See last page for performance times.

Previews: January 3 - 7.
Opening Night: January 8.
Regular Performances: January 9 - 24.

First Nights: Friday, January 8.

Post Show Discussion Nights: Tuesday, January 12 and Wednesday, January 13.

Inside the Season - Saturday, January 16, at 6:00pm.

ASL interpreted performance for the deaf community: Saturday, January 23, at 2:30pm.

January 22 - February 21 ? Segerstrom Stage

FENCES

by August Wilson

directed by Seret Scott
One of the most powerful forces in theatre, August Wilson brilliantly chronicled the black experience in 20th-Century America. In this Pulitzer Prize-winning play, a hardworking family man in the 1950s meets life head-on with dignity, humor and eloquence, but not without frequent stumbles. Through it all, he asks his family to stand by him. Often, their devotion is tested, and with reason, but in the end this is a strong and honest family. We, the audience, recognize that and embrace them. The New York Times led the praise with this simple accolade: "Gripping."

Previews: January 22 - 28, opens January 29, closes February 21.

Tickets: $24-$59 (Previews $24-$40, Regular Run $34-$59). See last page for performance times.

Post Show Discussion Nights: Wednesday, February 3, and Tuesday, February 9.

Inside the Season: Saturday, February 6, at 10:30am.

ASL interpreted performance for the deaf community: Saturday, February 20, at 2:30pm.

FEBRUARY

February 5 - February 21 ? Julianne Argyros Stage

A WRINKLE IN TIME

adapted by John Glore

from the book by Madeleine L'Engle

directed by Shelley Butler
A beloved 20th-century children's classic comes to life in a new adaptation by SCR's own John Glore. In the tradition of Narnia and Harry Potter, this fantasy adventure sends Meg Murray and her little brother, Charles Wallace, on a quest across space and time to rescue their father from the evil, all-powerful IT. Meg and Charles have the magical help of three eccentric sisters named Mrs. Who, Mrs. Which and Mrs. Whatsit, but in the end they must rely on their own resources to accomplish their task. This highly theatrical adaptation will offer a celebration of the art of story-telling and the power of imagination.

Previews: February 5 - 12, opens February 13, closes February 21.

Tickets: $17-$29 (Previews $17-$25, Regular Run $22-$29). See last page for performance times.

Theatre for Young Audiences is made possible in part by grants from The Nicholas Endowment and The Segerstrom Foundation.

EDUCATION PROGRAMS SCHEDULE - THEATRE CONSERVATORY

January 11 - March 2

ADULT PROGRAM / WINTER SESSION

Students 18 and over choose from a variety of classes developed to suit individual pace and interests. Curriculum ranges from Improvisation to Fundamentals of Acting to Actors Workshop for career-minded students. Most sessions also include classes in Playwriting. Classes meet weekly 7-10 pm. Call (714) 708-5510 for schedule.

Tuition: $295
January 12 - March 20

YOUTH AND TEEN PROGRAMS / WINTER SESSION

SCR's year-round acting program for youth (grades 3-6) and teens (grades 7-12) includes four levels of training with entry levels at all ages for students with no previous experience. After completing Year II, students may audition for the SCR Players, an advanced ensemble group whose training culminates with public performances each spring on one of SCR's stages. All sessions are held in SCR's Education facilities within the Folino Theatre Center.

Tuition: $260
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT EDUCATION PROGRAMS, CALL (714) 708-5577

PERFORMANCE TIMES

2009/2010 Season

Segerstrom Stage: Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm, Thursday - Saturday evenings at 8:00 pm, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:30 pm.

Julianne Argyros Stage: Tuesday - Sunday evenings at 7:45 pm, Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2:00 pm.

Theatre for Young Audiences: Previews: Friday at 7:00 pm, Saturday at 4:30 pm, Sunday at
2:00 pm and 4:30 pm.

Regular Run: Friday at 7:00 pm; Saturday at 11:00 am, 2:00 and 4:30 pm; Sunday at 2:00 and 4:30 pm.

TICKET INFORMATION

2009/2010 Season

Segerstrom Stage/ Julianne Argyros Stage

Segerstrom Stage - $20-$70. Argyros Stage - $20-$65. Discounts for previews; patrons 25-and-under, full-time students and educators with valid ID, seniors and groups of 15 or more (at most performances); and Today Tix, special ticket bargains on the day of performance only and subject to availability, after 5 pm for evening performances and after noon for matinee performances; patrons 25-and-under and full-time students, $10 Rush Tix available day of performance (subject to availability).

A Christmas Carol: $24-$59. Discounts for previews November 28-December 1 ($24-$40) and student matinees December 2-3 ($24). Regular Run ($34-$59). Children under 12: $5 discount for previews, $10 discount on all regular performances, except Friday and Saturday evenings. Discounts available for groups of 15 or more at some performances.

Theatre for Young Audiences: $17-$29. Discounts for Previews ($17-$25), Regular Run ($22-$29) and children under 12 ($17-$23).
Ticket Services Office: (714) 708-5555 or purchase tickets online at www.scr.org

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