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The TriArts Trumpet
No. 4 / Vol 09 E-mail Newsletter March 13, 2009
Are you interested in placing an ad in the TriArts season playbill?

With the introduction of color ads in 2008, our audience members more than ever held onto their playbills, assuring your increased visibility in the tri-state area. More than 14,000 people will be taking home a program in 2009 from our 50+ performances throughout the summer season.  Your cost-effective ad will reach a wide-ranging audience in the Tri-State area. Our theatre-goers are your customers.

One thing we know for sure is that when business is down, cutting back on advertising is generally not a good strategy. We encourage you to consider placing your ad in the TriArts program, and associating your brand with our much-loved theatre. This is an advertising buy you can feel good about. You’re getting excellent exposure, but you’re also supporting a critically acclaimed, non-profit neighborhood theatre.

Theatre is an essential part of the American culture. You know that; that’s why you’re reading the Trumpet. And you also know that TriArts provides something we can all be proud of as we maintain our commitment to offering quality theatre at affordable prices.  Our advertisers and sponsors make this possible.  Visit our Web site for information about about placing your ad in our playbill. Or call Audrey at 860-364-SHOW(7469) X. 100

ANYTHING GOES sets sail at Housatonic Valley Regional High School!


poster designed by the Okell's

Directed, choreographed and musical directed by TriArts Artistic Director, MIchael Berkeley (production management by TriArts founder  Lori Belter) the hit songs of Cole Porter ("It's DeLovely" "You're The Top", "Friendship", "Blow Gabriel, Blow" and, of course, "Anything Goes") make for a Delovely evening in the theatre.

Thirty high school students have been have been working up a sweat and tapping up a storm since January to bring to the stage the Housatonic Musical Theatre Society's latest musical comedy sensation.

After five years of shows created for the high school by Mr. Berkeley and Ms. Belter, (GREASE, BYE BYE BIRDIE, HOW TO SUCCEED …FORUM and LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS) ANYTHING GOES promises to be as entertaining as any you've seen.

A classic 1930's musical comedy with lots of big production numbers and fast paced comedy and romance, this is a high school musical you won't want to miss. Come and support the kids and have the time of your life aboard the SS AMERICAN with ANYTHING GOES!! (Thurs,March 19 Fri, March20  and Sat March 21at 7:30  pm Tickets available at  Canaan Apothecary, Salisbury Pharmacy, Sharon Pharmacy, Kent Apothecary, The Wandering Moose Cafe, and Harney & Sons Tea or at the door)

Young Playwright Festival is back for 2009 - Deadline April 1st!

Young Playwrights Festival (YPF) took to the Sharon Playhouse last summer! Eight winning plays were staged by professional directors and performed by professional actors on the main stage to the delight and pride of the winning playwrights.

We are excited to announce that play submissions are now being accepted for 2009 YPF to be presented on June 30th (Ten minutes in length for entries from 3rd to 8th graders, up to 20 minutes for high school entries.)

This may be the year to see your words and characters come to life at the Sharon Playhouse!

For more information on the festival, check out the Web site. And let those creative juices start to flow.

The On-Line Box Office is Now Open 24/7!

You called, and we listened. Due to unprecedented early demand you can now purchase your tickets for the summer season right now. You’re just a click away from our Summer of Fun.

Youtheatre 2009

TriArts is very pleased to announce our Summer 2009 Youtheatre program.  We have an interesting mix of exciting new workshops, along with some of the favorites from last year.

Visit our Web site for all the details.

Our three-week Musical Theatre Performing Workshop, directed by Heather Holohan, again offers an extended day (10am to 5pm).  It will culminate in a production of Annie Jr. on the main stage.

Ever wonder what it takes to mount a show?  You’ll get a look behind the scenes in Theatre Tech, a new workshop led by TriArts’ Production Manager, Erik Diaz.

Learn the choreography and music from Disney’s High School Musical 2 with TriArts’ choreographer, Bethany Elkin, and Musical Director Dan Koch. Who knows, Troy and Gabriella may even show up at class!

TriArts’ is very proud of our comprehensive Youtheatre program. Our instructors are all theatre professionals who believe in building skills and developing talent while having fun.

Call 860-364-7469 X. 100 with any questions, and then download the forms to reserve your child’s place this summer.

In the area...

Our friends down at TheatreWorks in New Milford are wrapping up Rabbit Hole this weekend Friday & Saturday 8:00 PM.

"Kudo to TheatreWorks for taking on such an ambitious and worthwhile project. This is definitely worth going to see." — The Newtown Bee; "5 Stars" — Republican-American

Click Here to get tickets!



Technical Theatre Apprenticeships

TriArts Sharon Playhouse is seeking technical apprentices for its 2009 Summer Season (Kids 2009!, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to The Forum, High School Musical 2, The Playhouse Stomp, Young Playwrights Festival, The Music Man, Divas Do It All). We are looking for high school students with an interest in technical theatre to work and learn from Theatre professionals about all aspects of Technical Theatre. Apprenticeships are available in Scenery, Props, Lighting, Costumes, Sound, Paint, and Stage Management. They are available for the entire season or on a show-by-show basis.

Our Volunteer Apprentices are a vital part of our company. At TriArts, apprentices will work closely alongside theatre professionals to develop stronger skills and professional contacts.

The apprenticeship would consist of working in one of the departments named above to help execute the respective parts of the show and/or acting as the backstage running crew for that production. (Example: Scenery apprenticeship would assist in the construction of the show, or Wardrobe crew assists in the costume changes during a performance).

If you are interested in learning more about apprenticeships or submitting a resume, email Erik Diaz, Production Manager at tech@triarts.net. Please include what area you are interested in working in.


  All Information Subject to Change Without Notice Michael Berkeley, Artistic Director ~ Alice Bemand, Executive Director