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Auditions for It's a Wonderful Life: Sept 26, 27
Auditions for Into the Woods: Nov 7, 8
Join us in London next spring!
Lakeland Singers: Looking for Singers!
A Message from the Director
(Fall 2010)
Why Community Theater is Important
All shows are subject to availability from the royalty houses that own the
rights and/or ASCAP, who owns rights to the music that we employ in non-musical
presentations. Lakeland does not produce or condone the production of any shows
where royalties and rights are not acknowledged and paid for by the producing
organization prior to its presentation.
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The Spencers: Theatre Of Illusion - 3
shows only, Sept 18, 19
INTERNATIONAL MAGICIANS OF THE YEAR TO PERFORM LOCALLY
 Magic
is no longer merely about baffling the audience by doing something seemingly
impossible. We've seen it all before. Magic these days is about spectacle,
drama, danger, and personality. Kevin and Cindy Spencer are the masters of
the new magic theatre.
The Spencers have redefined the art of illusion by combining original
theatrical elements with cutting edge illusions. They are one of the most
sought-after illusion teams in the business. They have been named Performing
Arts Entertainers of the Year a staggering six consecutive years. And their
peers have recognized them as "the best of the best" naming them
International Magicians of the Year, an honor they share with the likes of
Copperfield, Henning, Penn & Teller, and Criss Angel.
For more than a decade, they have dazzled the world with their engaging
personalities, entertaining stage magic, and breath-taking illusions. With
one of the largest touring illusion companies in the United States, the
Spencers transport several tons of state-of-the-art illusions and special
effects from city to city. They work with some of the leading inventors,
creators and builders in the industry to incorporate original
never-before-seen illusions into their production.
 They
continue to bring a fresh meaning to the world “magic” for a new generation
of spectators. Theatre of Illusion is a sophisticated production filled with
original magical creations designed exclusively for The Spencers. People
levitate, walk through walls, vanish, and reappear. And in one illusion, the
entire audience is asked to participate in a stunning, interactive mind
reading experience!
They believe in magic, both on and off the stage. Spencer is the creator
of the Healing of Magic program designed for healthcare professionals
working in the field of rehabilitation. Simple magic tricks are used to aid
patient recovery by improving motor coordination and cognitive skills. They
are the recipients of the Harry Chapin Award for Contributions to Humanity
for these efforts. Spencer recently released a new project, Hocus Focus,
developed for special education teachers and students. It combining
education and imagination to help children improve their abilities in
planning, sequencing, organizing tasks, fine motor skills, concentration,
and more.
Entertainers come and go but few leave behind a lasting impression on
their audiences or their art. The Spencers are one of those rare exceptions.
Don't miss the opportunity to see this show - you won't believe your eyes!
Tickets are only $15.00 for adults and $8.00 for students and children for
this amazing event! Show times are: September 18th at 3:00pm and
7:00pm; September 19th at 2:00pm. Call for reservations and more
information. We’ll see you here!
For more information, visit:
The Spencers online -
www.SpencersMagic.com
Healing of Magic -
www.MagicTherapy.com
Hocus Focus -
www.HocusFocusEducation.com
Once Upon a Mattress - opens Friday,
October 9
Once Upon A Mattress, the musical version of the fairy tale of
“the Princess And The Pea”, will open at Lakeland on Friday, October 9, and
run through Sunday, October 24, with Sunday matinees on October 17 and 24,
and at least one school day matinee scheduled for Thursday, October 14.
Once Upon A Mattress is being sponsored by Madolyn Caldwell Farrington
and The Farrington Foundation, and is presented by special Arrangement with
The Rodgers & Hammerstein Theatricals, New York, NY.
Performances run on October 8, 9, 15, 16 22 and 23 at 8:00 PM, on
Sundays, October 17 and 24 at 2:30 PM, and a special school day matinee on
Thursday October 14 at 9:30 AM. Get your tickets early for this one!
Halloween with Scooby & the Gang - one
weekend only: October 29 - 31
This is a crazy one, folks, and well worth your time as we gear up for a
fun-filled Halloween! Scooby and the gang are out looking for adventure, and
do they ever find it! With shows on Friday, October 29 at 8:00 PM, Saturday,
October 30 at 2:30 PM and 8:00 PM, and a final Sunday matinee on October 31
at 2:30 PM, this is one wild ride from start to finish – and fun for the
whole family!
Jesse and Lucy - one weekend only: November
12 - 13
A Lakeland Alumni, Mr. Garrett Davis will return in November with a play
starring himself and Tony-nominated actress Samantha McSwain as a couple who
take life as it comes, Jessie and Lucy.
This show will take you back down memory lane to the late 60’s when times
were beginning to get better for African Americans. Jessie, a shoe shine man
in downtown Atlanta makes enough money to pay rent in their modest one
bedroom home that his wife Lucy keeps clean. Cleaning comes easy to Lucy
since she has made her living cleaning the houses and clothes of the local
doctors and lawyers in uptown Atlanta.
Jessie and Lucy have the type of relationship that both are unhappy
unless they are arguing about something. The latest thing to upset both of
them is the fact that Lucy wants Jessie to give her a wedding ring for their
40th wedding anniversary. The only problem is, Jessie does not want to spend
more than $50 for it, coupled with the fact he’s trying to keep Lucy from
figuring out where he hides his money he’s been saving for years.
Show times for this very special presentation will be on Friday night,
November 12 at 8:00 PM, a Saturday matinee at 3:00 PM, a Saturday night show
at 8:00 PM, and a final Sunday matinee at 2:30 PM. Everyone is strongly
encouraged to welcome back one of our “favorite sons” back to Lakeland!
It's a Wonderful Life - opens December 3
The classic Christmas movie has been converted into a stage play that is
sure to have your whole family in the Christmas spirit as Lakeland presents
It’s a Wonderful Life on December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 19 at 8:00 PM,
and on Sunday December 12 and 19 at 2:30 PM. The saga of George Bailey and
his life in Bedford Falls features all your favorite characters, including
George and Mary, Clarence, Uncle Billy, the evil Mr. Potter and Zaza. Come
join us as we celebrate the faith of the “season of miracles” and draw
closer as a family in this special time. Directed by Ruth Morgan and
presented by special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing Inc., Woodstock
Illinois, this production will undoubtedly be a huge hit with our audiences,
so reserve your tickets right away!
The Lakeland Singers Christmas Concert -
Saturday, December 18 only
The Lakeland Singers, under the direction of Wrenn Phillips and
accompanied by Judith Harris, will present their annual Christmas Concert on
Saturday, December 18 at 8:00 PM.
With a new mixture of traditional music of the season and a great blend
of voices, the Lakeland Singers will have you “in the holiday spirit” in no
time! Reserve early, because this concert is always a big seller! Merry
Christmas!
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