Oveture To The Cultural Season 2009
The Children’s Theatre
Featured Family
As part of the magic of our theatre, CTC will present a Featured Family for each show. One lucky family will be selected and featured during the production receiving acknowledgment, reserved front row seats, backstage passes, photo with the cast, autographed cast picture and $15.00 credit for intermission refreshments.
October 22, 2009 7:00 PM
DRACULA - Good and evil battle for the possession of a young woman’s soul in this startling new adaptation of the Bram Stoker classic. Stoker’s 1897 novel “Dracula” remains the gold standard for vampire stories and features as it primary antagonist the vampire Count Dracula. Directed by Kerry A. Onxley, Dracula is a production told as a series of diary entries and letters. Literary critics have examined many themes in this classic, such as the role of women in Victorian culture, immigration, colonialism and folklore to name a few. Although Stoker did not invent the vampire, the novel’s influence on the popularity of vampires has been singularly responsible for many theatrical, film and television interpretations throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. This powerful performance will be at the Westlake High School’s state-of-the-art theatre located at 1000 Garden Drive.
HOLIDAY CHARACTER DINING
Enjoy a holiday treat with your favorite story book character!
The Children’s Theatre Company; Artistic Director, Kerry Arthur Onxley presents Holiday Character Dining!
The magic begins as snow and festive sounds fill the air. Children enter through a castle glistening with icicles surrounded by toy soldiers before dining.
Children join their favorite storybook characters such as, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Prince, Snow White, Little Red Riding Hood and Aladdin for an unforgettable experience. Character meals at 10:00 AM include donuts, treats and orange juice. Character meals at 3:00 PM include pizza, dessert and a drink. Each seating incorporates a visit from each of these famous characters as they make their way around the dinner table. Children will also enjoy photographs and autographs from these well-known characters. Children are encouraged to wear their favorite costume. Hot coco and gingerbread will also be served.
This magical encounter occurs on Saturday, December 5, 2009 with seating at 10:00AM and 3:00PM. The cost is $25.00 per person (everyone must have a ticket including adults and infants). Seating is limited and reservations must be made by calling the theatre box office at (337) 433-7323.
February 5 - 7 & 13 - 14, 2010
GEPPETTO & SON - As in the original Pinocchio story, a wooden puppet aspires to become a real boy, and faces lessons about telling the truth. Pinocchio's dad, Geppetto, has some lessons to learn in being a real father. After many adventures, the two manage to stumble into a caring, accepting relationship. Based on the original Disney television musical, PINOCCHIO features music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and book by David Stern. Music includes: When You Wish Upon A Star, I’ve Got No Strings, Bravo Stromboli, Pleasure Island and Geppetto and Son. “A make-you-feel-good production,” according to director Kerry A. Onxley. This performance is presented at Central School Theatre, 809 Kirby Street in downtown Lake Charles.
April 30 - May 2, 2010
A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD - CTC presents its final show of the season in the form of a children’s classic appropriate for all ages. Arnold Lobel’s well-loved character hop from the stage in Robert and Willie Reale’s musical A Year With Frog and Toad. Conceived by Lobel’s daughter, Adrianne, A Year With Frog and Toad remains true to the spirit of the original stories as it follows two great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad through four fun-filled seasons. Waking from hibernation in the spring, they proceed to plant gardens, swim, rake leaves and go sledding, learning life lessons along the way, including a most important one about friendship and rejoicing in the attributes that makes individuals different and special. According to director Kerry A. Onxley, “This show is sprinkled with a delightful musical score that will leave people humming or singing out loud!” This performance is presented at Central School Theatre, 809 Kirby Street in downtown Lake Charles.
CHARACTER DINING Join your favorite character for dinner!
Join your favorite characters for dinner before the show! Character meals include pizza, dessert, drink and a visit from the show characters as they make their way around the dinner table. So, in between bites, enjoy hugs, photographs and autographs from these famous characters! Children are encouraged to dress in their favorite costume! Seating is limited and not always available for all productions. Call the box office at 337.433.7323 for details and schedules.
SUMMER STARZ SERIES
Wild Things
Explore the wild world of theatre and imagination where any sort of creature can exist, and any kind of kid can be a creature. Children participate in creative drama exercises, games, movement and music in this workshop just for youngsters. This workshop is a wonderful way to introduce them to theatre! Brief demonstration performance at 11:30 AM on July 9 for family and friends.
5 - 8 Years Old * July 7 - 9, 2010 * 10:00 - 11:15 AM
$65.00
Acting for the Camera Be in a Commercial!
This workshop covers auditioning for commercials, reading commercial scripts, exploring different commercial techniques, and beginning improvisational skills. Information and samples are shared on doing resumes, head shots and finding the best agent or manager.
8 - 18 Years Old * July 7 - 9, 2010 * 12:00 - 1:30 PM
$85.00
Mid Summer Fun
HEY! Wanna be in a play?!?!?
Students learn how a play is produced by participation in a production by the world's greatest playwright - William Shakespeare! Makeup, costuming and lighting are all part of this exciting adventure! Additional studies include movement, acting, stage combat, script analysis and theatre games. This workshop concludes with a public performance featuring all of the students on July 23 at 12:00 PM.
This is the Ultimate SHAKESPERIENCE!
5 - 8 Years Old * July 19 - 23, 2010 * 10:00 - 11:15 AM
9 - 18 Years Old * July 19 - 23, 2010 * 10:00 - 12:00 Noon
$85.00
Kids in Showbiz!
Students learn the basics of musical theatre performance by singing, dancing and acting to songs and scenes from Broadway shows! The final class of this workshop concludes with the students in a performance demonstration highlighting musical theatre skill learned on August 6 at 12 Noon.
5 - 8 Years Old * August 2 - 6, 2010 * 10:00 - 11:15 AM
9 - 18 Years Old * August 2 - 6, 2010 * 10:00 - 12:00 Noon
$85.00
Technical Theatre Workshop
Discover the art created behind-the-scenes! An intriguing backstage tour is combined with hands-on experiences in lights, sets, costumes and more!
12 - 20 Years Old * August 2 - 6, 2010 * 10:00 - 12:00 Noon
$85.00
1911 Historic City Hall
Arts & Cultural Experience
1911 Historic City Hall
Arts and Cultural Center
1001 Ryan Street, Lake Charles
Monday-Friday 10 A.M.- 5 P.M.; Saturday 10 A.M.
Free Admission, 337-491-9147
Charlestown Farmers Market
Every Saturday, 7 A.M. - Noon
Vendors Relocate Indoors In Case Of Inclement Weather
The New Reality: The Frontier of Realism in the 21st Century
artworks by the International Guild of Realism
(traveling exhibition)
August 14- October 17, 2009
Artisan's Gallery: Fall Promenade
Gallery Promenade
(local & regional artists)
September 10 - October 3, 2009
The Light Fantastic
contemporary Irish stained glass
(traveling exhibition)
November 6, 2009 - January 9, 2010
25 Years of Love
retrospective of artist Pat Love
(local artist)
November 6- December 26, 2009
Lake Charles Symphony
Season 52: The Great Conductor Search
Lake Charles Symphony Season 52 - 2009-2010
FOUR ELECTRIFYING CONCERTS. FOUR MASTERFUL CONDUCTORS.
One will be selected as the Lake Charles Symphony's permanent conductor to follow in the footsteps of William Kushner.
By attending all four concerts this season, you'll have a chance to see and hear the four maestros in action – each bringing with him the music selection, leadership and baton bravado that will endear him to the Lake Charles audience.
With audience, orchestra, and board input, the community will choose a conductor to lead the Symphony from the 2010-2011 Season forward.
So mark your calendar for all four outstanding concerts, enjoy the individuality of each one – then select the leader you feel will best direct the Lake Charles Symphony into the future.
Concert 1
Sunday, October 11, 2009 Rosa Hart Theatre - Lake Charles Civic Center
3:00 p.m. performance
"The Slavic Soul" Bohuslav Ratty, Conductor
Festive Overture – D Shostakovich
Slavonic Dances – Antonin Dvorak
Symphony No. 5 in E minor, op 64 – P.I. Tchaikovsky
Concert 2
Sunday, November 15, 2009 Rosa Hart Theatre - Lake Charles Civic Center
3:00 p.m. performance
“Reflections”
Predrag Gosta, Conductor
Finlandia, op.26 – Jean Sibelius
The Hebrides, Op. 26 - Felix Mendelssohn
Peer Gynt Suite No. 1, Op. 46 – Edvard Grieg
Pictures at an Exhibition – Modest Mussorgsky
Concert 3
Sunday, February 28, 2010 Rosa Hart Theatre - Lake Charles Civic Center
3:00 p.m. performance
“Great American Composers”
Thomas Fairlie, Conductor
Overture to Candide – Leonard Bernstein
Three Pieces from Schindler’s List – John Williams
Appalachian Spring – Aaron Copland
Concert 4
Saturday, April 17, 2010 Rosa Hart Theatre - Lake Charles Civic Center
7:30 p.m. performance
“Top Tens”
Duilio Dobrin, Conductor
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik – Mozart
Rhapsody in Blue – Gershwin
Bolero – Ravel
Symphony No. 4 Op. 36, F minor – Tchaikovsky
Free Family Concert
Sunday, April 18, 2010 Rosa Hart Theatre - Lake Charles Civic Center
3:00 p.m. performance
Featuring the winner of the Youth Concerto Competition
Summer Pops - 2010
Saturday, July 17, 2010
James E. Sudduth Coliseum (LC Civic Center) Tickets on sale June 1, 2010
Doors Open at 6:30 p.m.
Concert at 7:30 p.m. Program To Be Announced
Discovery Series
The Discovery Series offers informative and lively pre-concert discussions and musical programs for the seasoned subscriber as well as the single-ticket buyer. Held in private homes, this series is open to the public and features highlights of upcoming concerts given by the conductor and small ensembles from the orchestra. A Discovery Membership of $20 and admits you to all four events.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Thursday, April 15, 2010
The Annual Holiday Tour of Homes
Join us for the Holiday Tour of Homes. This year the date is Sunday, December 6th, 2009 from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. We'll feature beautiful homes in the area, decorated for Christmas, all of which you will enjoy and admire. The hosts will greet you at the door and show you their beautiful homes for a grand tour.
There will also be treats and good company at each of our Holiday Homes.
The cost is only $25.00 per person and tickets are available in advance at the Lake Charles Symphony Office at Central School, 809 Kirby Street - Suite 210 or call us at 337.433.1611 or fax 337.433.1615 for more information. No tickets will be sold at the door. Tickets available for two time slots – 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The 9th Annual Wild Beast Feast
Saturday, March 13, 2010
5:00pm-8:00pm at The Brick House
The Wild Beast Feast. This will be a festive occasion featuring teams of chefs cooking up all sorts of wild beasts. This will be a late afternoon of fun, food, drinks, bands and more fun! We are pleased with the number of cooking teams already signed up and the variety of their offerings! Put this date on your calendar. Contact the Symphony Office at 433-1611 for information. Advanced purchase tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children 7-14. Tickets may be purchased at the door: $30 adult and $15 children.
Today's Youthful Sound
Family Concert with the winners
Sunday, April 18, 2010, Rosa Hart Theatre.
Youth Performance Competition
The Symphony sponsors an annual performance competition for young people in the five parish area. Two winners are selected to perform one movement from a concerto with the Lake Charles Symphony at the Family Concert.
Purpose: To provide the opportunity for a solo performance with the Lake Charles Symphony to qualified young artists residing in the Southwest Louisiana Region.
Application Deadline: Monday, February 1, 2010.
Date and Place of Competition:
Saturday, March 6, 2010. The competition will take place on the Campus of McNeese State University.
Lake Charles Little Theatre
LAUGHTER ON THE 23rd FLOOR
By Neil Simon
September 5-6, 10-13, 17-20, 2009
The king of Broadway comedy spoofs the off-camera world of 1950s television. It's a laugh riot by the all-time master of stage comedy, Neil Simon! It's inspired by his own early years as a writer for pioneer TV. Meet the star, Max Prince, and his team of writers as they try to keep each other in stitches ... and on the air ... in 1953. Don't miss this rollicking season opener for The LCLT's 83rd anniversary season! Directed by Greg Stratton.
Performances are 7:30 pm (2 pm on Sundays). Free post-show reception opening night, Sept. 5.
A TUNA CHRISTMAS
By Jaston Williams, Joe Sears and Ed Howard
November 7-8, 12-15, 19-22, 2009
Deep-fried comedy is back for seconds! You roared at GREATER TUNA a few seasons ago at The LCLT as two actors quick-changed their way through all 24 roles as the residents of tiny Tuna, Texas. Now, get ready for this just-as-hilarious sequel, set in the town where the Lions Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. All your favorites characters are back! Ask any GREATER TUNA fan, and they will tell you ... you won't want to miss this comedy tour-de-force! Directed by Joann Hanks.
Performances are 7:30 pm (2 pm on Sundays). Free post-show reception opening night, Nov. 7.
MOON OVER THE BREWERY
By Bruce Graham
January 23-24, 28-31 and February 4-7, 2010
A coal-town mom, a genius teen: Funny, touching and surprising. Miriam Lipsky is a waitress in a drab coal town. By night, she paints moonscapes. Amanda is 13 and has an imaginary friend. Miriam longs for male companionship, but Amanda routinely sabotages would-be suitors. Another man is about to visit. Will things change? Directed by Joseph Frazier.
Performances are 7:30 pm (2 pm on Sundays). Free post-show reception opening night, Jan. 23.
MAURITIUS
By Theresa Rebeck
March 13-14, 18-21, 25-28, 2010
An East Coast Gen-Xer battles her sister over priceless stamps in this especially intriguing play. As an estate is settled, a priceless collection of postage stamps from exotic locales is the catalyst for psychological warfare between sisters ... and crafty collectors. Millions of dollars, and brittle family relations, are on the line in this taut drama (the title of which rhymes with "malicious," which may be no coincidence). Directed by Jo Ann Rigney.
Performances are 7:30 pm (2 pm on Sundays). Free post-show reception opening night, March 13.
3 x TENN: THREE SHORT PLAYS
By Tennessee Williams
May 8-9, 13-16, 20-23, 2010
A legendary Louisiana dramatist is celebrated with his one-acts. Living in the French Quarter of New Orleans inspired Tennessee Williams to create some of his greatest work. Now, here is a special opportunity to appreciate some of his other fine, if lesser-known, material ... a trio of one-acts compiled and staged as a tribute to this unforgettable playwright. Directed by James Johnson.
Performances are 7:30 pm (2 pm on Sundays). Free post-show reception opening night, May 8.
Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker
November 24, 2009 at 7:30pm
Lake Charles Civic Center Rosa Hart Theater
Orchestra seats are reduced $15 with promo code: SAVE during Moscow Ballet's advance ticket offer.
Featuring spectacular sets and beautifully costumed Russian dancers, Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker is an annual treat for the whole family. Whimsical and imaginative storytelling blends with the richness of Russian classical dance to make the Great Russian Nutcracker a unique performance not to be missed!
Lake Charles Civic Ballet
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer at the Rosa Hart Theatre
School performances: Thursday, December 10, at 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM; Friday, December 11, at 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, and at noon. Advance reservations are required for the Thursday and Friday school performances.
Family performances are on Saturday, December 12: Matinee at 11:00 AM, and Gala at 6:00 PM. Tickets for Saturday shows are available at the door.
McNeese Banners Series
King's Singers
Feb 20, 2010 7:30 pm at the Rosa Hart Theatre
Co-presented with the City of Lake Charles
This Grammy-winning group originated at King’s College, Cambridge, England, and consists of two countertenors, a tenor, two baritones and a bass. The singers received a Grammy in 2009 for “Simple Gifts,” a combination of folk, spiritual and pop music that marked the group’s 40th anniversary. Recent performances have been in London’s Royal Albert Hall, Windsor Castle, Berlin Philharmonic, Lincoln Center in New York, Princeton University and New York City’s Carnegie Hall.
Robert Olen Butler, a reading
Ada Vincent Series Visiting Writer
Feb 26, 2010 7 pm
Co-sponsored with McNeese Department of Performing Arts
Pulitzer prize-winning author Robert Olen Butler will give a reading from his latest works. He has a new book titled “Hell” coming out soon.
Free admission
Avner the Eccentric
"Exceptions to Gravity"
Feb 27, 2010 7:30 pm at the F.G. Bulber Auditorium
Avner says he wanted to be a doctor, but after a year as an honors chemistry and biology student, his parents forced him into performing. He studied in Paris with Jacques Lecoq, and once, while street performing in Paris, was arrested for buffoonery in public. On returning to the United States, Avner taught at Carlo Mazzone Clementi’s Dell’Arte School of Physical Comedy in California. Avner is greatly indebted to these two men: “Lecoq, who taught me everything I know, and Carlo, who taught me the rest.” Avner is probably best known for his portrayal of The Jewel, the scene-stealing holy man in “The Jewel of the Nile,” co-starring Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner. This is a family show.
