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Josh Ritter & the Royal City Band to Play River Run Lodge, 8/14

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:28:55 PST

Josh Ritter is a singer-songwriter and guitarist with six albums (and a novel) under his belt and fans who love to sing along with his heartfelt folk-rock anthems. His Americana style first took hold in a big way in Ireland and the UK. A talented singer-songwriter, in 2006 Ritter was named one of the 100 Greatest Living Songwriters by Paste Magazine. Ritter's live performances are renowned for his ability to connect with audiences and a crowd favorite is always his song "Idaho" - and as a Moscow, Idaho native, he's singing straight from the heart. Opening for Josh Ritter are The Milk Carton Kids, an up and coming Americana duo that relies on the time-tested elements of beautiful harmony, acoustic guitars and great songwriting.

Josh Ritter & the Royal City Band will play River Run Lodge on Wednesday, August 14 at 7 p.m. Tickets on sale now. $30 members / $40 nonmembers • Early entry tickets $70 members / $80 nonmembers

For more information, visit http://sunvalleycenter.org/

Brandi Carlisle to Play River Run Lodge, 7/30

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:20:44 PST

As Brandi Carlile fans well know, her concerts are near legendary in their perfect communion between performer and audience. Whether she is rocking out with her full band or standing quietly at The Edge of the stage singing a cappela, Carlile brings a riveting intensity to her shows. Known for her clear and powerful vocals and her signature mix of rock, folk, and alt-country, Brandi Carlile continues to wow audiences from major festivals to Benaroya Hall in Seattle where she has played with the Seattle Symphony.

Sun Valley Center for the Arts is bringing Brandi to River Run Lodge on Tuesday, July 30, at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m., Thursday, June 20 - to everyone! $45 members / $55 nonmembers • Early entry tickets $85 members / $95 nonmembers • Kids 12 and under $20

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THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS to Play Morrison Center at Boise State University, 7/20

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 15:32:06 PST

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS, the provocative and wickedly funny theatrical adaptation of the C.S. Lewis novel about spiritual warfare from a demon's point of view, comes to Boise for twoperformances only. The limited engagement will run at the Morrison Center at Boise State University, 2201 Cesar Chavez Lane, Boise on Saturday, July 20 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Now in its third smash year, the National Tour of THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS kicked off after ahit nine-month run at The Westside Theatre in New York City. Prior to that production, THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS was a sold out hit in Chicago and Washington D. C. The National Tour ofTHE SCREWTAPE LETTERS has delighted capacity audiences in over 50 major cities including Los Angeles, Boston and San Francisco since January 2011. Over 325,000 theatergoers have seen this production.

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS creates a morally inverted universe set in an eerily stylish office in hell, where God is called the "Enemy" and the devil is referred to as "Our Father below." The play follows His Abysmal Sublimity Screwtape, and his slavish creature-demon Toadpipe, as they train an apprentice demon, Wormwood, on how to ruin the life and damn the soul of an unsuspecting human on earth.

Associated Press calls the production "Devilishly funny!" "Sly, funny, handsomely produced...the devil is an equal-opportunity entertainer!" says The Washington Post. "A profound experience!", exclaims Christianity Today. The Boston Globe raves that it is "Engrossing and entertaining!" and The Chicago Tribune says THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS is "Very smart...richly rewarding... exuberant theatricality!"

Screwtape is portrayed by award winning actor Brent Harris, who played Scar in the National Tour of The Lion King, Lucifer in Dr. Faustus, Iago in Othello, Salieri in Amadeus, Olivier in Orson's Shadow, Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird, andthe title role in Macbeth. He is regularly seen in many productions staged by America's greatest theatre companies.

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS is produced by New York City based Fellowship for the Performing Arts. Max McLean serves as the Producing Artistic Director. McLean, along with Jeffrey Fiske, wrote and directed the theatrical adaptation. Executive Producer and General Manager is Ken Denison of Aruba Productions. Scenic Design is by Cameron Anderson, Costumes by Michael Bevins, Lighting Design by Jesse Klug, and Original Music and Sound Design by John Gromada.

The National Tour of THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS honors the 50-year legacy of C.S. Lewis who passed away on November 22, 1963, the same day President Kennedy was assassinated. This anniversary will be accompanied by one of Great Britain's highest honors: a memorial for Lewis in Poet's Corner at Westminster Abbey, alongside such luminaries as Chaucer, Dickens, and Shakespeare.

Along with The Chronicles of Narnia (including The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe), The Great Divorce and Mere Christianity, THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS is still one of Lewis' most popular and influential pieces.

THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS will play on Saturday, July 20 at 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets are $39 to $59. Premium seats are available. Student seats are $25 (student ID required). For groups of 10 or more (including student groups) call (866) 476-8707.

To purchase tickets, visit www.ScrewtapeonStage.com, call the Box Office at 208-426-1110 or Select-a-Seat at 208-426-1494, or visit the Morrison Center Box Office open Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (July through August from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.), and one hour prior to show.

Summer Solstice Variety Show & Fundraiser Set for 6/21 at Powerhouse Event Center

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:03:58 PST

Join Women's & Children's Alliance for an event highlighting local talent in the Treasure Valley at the Powerhouse Events Center on Friday, June 21st at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:30 PM. General admission tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door. Special guest tickets are $20 and include a gift bag and a raffle token. VIP tickets are $40 and include a gift bag, 5 raffle tokens and reserved seating. VIP & Special Guest have their own private area and bar in the Mezzanine. Tickets can be purchased online at http://SolsticeTicket.com.

Listen to live music from Cherry Hill! Modern Country with a Twist: featuring Tamra Lords & Original Folk Rock withInanna's Temple and the Heavier Pink Floyd sound of MALACHI, check out the latest summer fashion from PoshBoutique, Runway Fashion Exchange and Dillards with Fashions by Kellie, see different summer hair and make up styles presented by Woods on Fire innovative Beauty, watch creativity in action when Unique Irish presents Dream Out Loud, The Boise Model Menagerie show, and a performance by Nikoa & Co. There will be cake provided by Shane Hecht Original Cakes, a cash bar, and make sure to bring your cash for wonderful raffle and auction items!

Part of the proceeds will go to benefit the Women's and Children's Alliance and support Mrs. Garden City - Virginia Treat - in the running for Mrs. Idaho America 2014.

For more than 20 years, the Women's & Children's Alliance (WCA) has been in the forefront of providing services to women, men and their children healing from domestic abuse and sexual assault. Since that time, the WCA's crisis program has evolved into one of the most vital, unduplicated, comprehensive programs in our community and region. The WCA is proud to be a community leader in providing these critically needed services. We've been an important community partner for more than 100 years and providing safe places for women to live has always been at the core of our mission.

Mrs. Idaho America is part of the Mrs. America Pageant, which is now in its 37th year, celebrating the dreams and goals of one of America's greatest natural resources: married women. The winner of Mrs. Idaho America will go on to compete with 50 other women representing each state in the union and the winner will step onto the world stage, representing our country both at home and abroad.

Now Playing Onstage in Boise - Week of 6/16/2013

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 10:00:00 PST

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9 TO 5, THE MUSICAL
COEUR D'ALENE SUMMER THEATRE
6/13-6/22/2013
9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the 1980 hit movie Nine to Five.Pushed to the boiling point by their boss, three female co-workers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. They conspire to take control of their company and learn there's nothing they can't do -- even in a man's world. Set in the late 1970s, 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL is a hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era. Outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic, 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL is about teaming up and taking care of business.This high-energy show is ideal for a large, mostly female cast. With its jubilant score and easily relatable characters, 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL is the perfect show for community theaters or high schools.
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A FUNNY THING...FORUM
MUSIC THEATRE OF IDAHO
6/20-6/22/2013
Broadway's greatest farce is light, fast-paced, witty, irreverent and one of the funniest musicals ever written. A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM takes comedy back to its roots, combining situations from time-tested, 2000 year old comedies of Roman playwright Plautus with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville.A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM is a non-stop laugh-fest in which Pseudolus, a crafty slave, struggles to win the hand of a beautiful but slow-witted courtesan named Philia, for his young master, Hero, in exchange for freedom. The plot twists and turns with cases of mistaken identity, slamming doors, and a showgirl or two.This unforgettable, hysterical musical allows a terrific ensemble of comedic actors to shine--"something for everyone, a comedy tonight!"
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ANNIE
MT HARRISON HERITAGE FOUNDATION
6/14-6/22/2013
Leapin' Lizards! The popular comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world's best-loved musicals. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan ANNIE charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan.With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, ANNIE escapes to the wondrous and magical world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, ANNIE foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations and befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. She finds a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. ANNIE is the perfect family-friendly musical, and an ideal show for a largely female cast. Middle Schools and elementary schools should also take notice of ANNIE JR - a special version of this title expressly designed for younger performers.
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DISNEY'S ALADDIN JR
ST THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH PLAYERS
6/20-6/22/2013
Welcome to Agrabah, City of Enchantment, where every beggar has a story and every camel has a tail! All of your favorite characters are here in Disney's ALADDIN JR., a stage adaptation of the Disney hit film. Filled with magic, mayhem, and flying carpet rides, audiences' spirits will soar with excitement. Most of all, the tuneful, Academy award-winning score with songs including "A Whole New World" and "Friend Like Me" will certainly make this musical a favorite for many years to come!
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HONK!
IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY
6/14-6/22/2013
In the London season featuring the appearance of THE LION KING, HONK! became a stand-out by winning the 2000 Olivier Award (the British equivalent of the TonyÂ® Award) for Best New Musical. Written by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe (dubbed "The brightest hopes for the future of the British musical"� by The London Daily Telegraph), HONK! is the story of Ugly, whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and neighbors. Separated from The Farm and pursued by a hungry Cat, Ugly must find his way home. Along his rollicking and harrowing journey he not only discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in all its forms. Witty and hilarious, but also deeply moving, HONK! will treat your audiences to equal amounts of laughter and tears. Perfect for a cast as small as ten or as large as 30 (or more), HONK! can be performed with simple sets and costumes. No feathers or fur necessary! Its charm, humor and message of tolerance is perfect for a family audience"¦ and every audience.
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WEST SIDE STORY
ST THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH PLAYERS
6/19-6/22/2013
The world's greatest love story takes to the streets in this landmarkBroadway musical that is one of the theatre's finest accomplishments.Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet istransported to modern-day New York City, as two young idealistic loversfind themselves caught between warring street gangs, the "American"Jets and the Puerto Rican Sharks. Their struggle to survive in a worldof hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative,heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time.Highlighting the talents of a young ensemble cast, WEST SIDE STORY has found popularity in schools as well as professional theatres throughout the world. Its exciting, sophisticated score by Bernstein and Sondheim is often considered Broadway's finest--its songs part of the nation's musical heritage. As originally staged by the legendary Jerome Robbins, the show is an impressive showcase for accomplished dancers (a guide featuring the original choreography is available for rental). And with a reduced orchestration and transpositions on demand, this masterpiece is easier to mount than ever before!
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BIG RIVER
Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre
6/13-6/22/2013
Twain's timeless classic sweeps us down the mighty Mississippi as the irrepressible Huck Finn helps his friend Jim, a slave, escape to freedom at the mouth of the Ohio River. Their adventures along the way are hilarious, suspenseful and heartwarming, bringing to life your favorite characters from the novel-the Widow Douglas and her stern sister, Miss Watson; the uproarious King and Duke, who may or may not be as harmless as they seem; Huck's partner in crime, Tom Sawyer, and their rowdy gang of pals; Huck's drunken father, the sinister Pap Finn; the lovely Mary Jane Wilkes and her trusting family. Propelled by an award winning score from Roger Miller, the king of country music, this jaunty journey provides a brilliantly theatrical celebration of pure Americana.Music by Roger Miller; Lyrics by Roger Miller; Book by William Hauptman; Adapted from the novel by Mark Twain
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THE MUSIC MAN
SOUNDS SUMMER MUSICAL
6/21-6/25/2013
An affectionate paean to Smalltown, U.S.A. of a bygone era, Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band he vows to organize - this despite the fact he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain's fall. Perfect for professional theatres, community groups, summer stock and schools alike, this award-winning, critically acclaimed Broadway classic is an all-American institution, thanks to is quirky characters, charmingly predictable dramatic situations, and one-of-a-kind, nostalgic score of rousing marches, barbershop quartets and sentimental ballads which have become popular standards. The cast features a soaring soprano ingenue, parts for young performers and children, and one of the musical theatre's treasures, a tour de force leading role for a charismatic actor who doesn't need to be a trained singer. By turns wicked, funny, warm, romantic and touching, THE MUSIC MAN is family entertainment at its best.
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INTO THE WOODS
Lake City Playhouse
5/31-6/29/2013
The Brothers Grimm hit Broadway with an epic fairytale where worlds collide. James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and brings them together for a timeless yet relevant piece and rare modern classic. The story follows a Baker and his wife who wish to have a child, Cinderella who wishes to attend the King's Festival, and Jack who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. One of Sondheim's most popular works, INTO THE WOODS is a musically sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature actors adept at dark comedy. Designers will especially enjoy highlighting the fantastical elements of this magical word.
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THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Jump Company Inc
6/21-6/29/2013
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain's immediate service in their navy. The family's narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. The motion picture version remains the most popular movie musical of all time.Music by Rodgers, Richard; Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II; Book by Howard Lindsay & Russel Crouse; Suggested by `The Trapp Family Singers` by Maria Augusta Trapp
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THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Jump Company Inc
6/25-6/29/2013
The Sound of MusicThe final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been inv
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THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Jump Company Inc
6/21-6/29/2013
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain's immediate service in their navy. The family's narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. The motion picture version remains the most popular movie musical of all time.Music by Rodgers, Richard; Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II; Book by Howard Lindsay & Russel Crouse; Suggested by `The Trapp Family Singers` by Maria Augusta Trapp
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THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Jump Company Inc
6/21-6/29/2013
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain's immediate service in their navy. The family's narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. The motion picture version remains the most popular movie musical of all time.Music by Rodgers, Richard; Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II; Book by Howard Lindsay & Russel Crouse; Suggested by `The Trapp Family Singers` by Maria Augusta Trapp
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SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS
STARLIGHT MOUNTAIN THEATRE
5/31-8/24/2013
"Goin' courting"� has never been as much fun as in this rip-roaring stage version of the popular MGM movie, adapted by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay. Set in Oregon in 1850, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS tells the story of Millie, a young bride living in the 1850's Oregon wilderness. Her plan to civilize and marry off her six rowdy brothers-in-law to ensure the success of her own marriage backfires when the brothers, in their enthusiasm, kidnap six women from a neighboring town to be their brides. Bursting with the rambunctious energy of the original film, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS is all boisterous fun and romance that harkens back to the glory days of the movie musical.SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS is a glorious romp suitable for middle school, high school, and community theatre productions. This show's large ensemble is a perfect opportunity to showcase many performers of all types.
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Company of Fools to Present OTHER DESERT CITIES, 7/2-27

Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:39:39 PST

Hidden secrets are unearthed and family tensions fly high in Pulitzer Prize nominee Jon Robin Baitz's contemporary family drama Other Desert Cities, hailed by the New York Times as "the best new play on Broadway" in 2011. Richmond Theatre Critics Circle award winner and Company of Fools' founder RusTy Wilson returns to direct the Idaho premiere of the show with a standout cast that features Keith Moore, Denise Simone and Patsy Wygle and guest actors Hanna Cheek and Adrian Rieder. Other Desert Cities runs July 2-27, 2013 at the Liberty Theatre.

When Brooke Wyeth arrives at her parents' Palm Springs mansion on Christmas Eve with the manuscript of her tell-all memoir in tow, she unearths a devastating family secret that throws her parents into a panic and threatens to rip the clan apart. With biting wit and razor-sharp insight, Other Desert Cities "has the appeal of a Broadway hit from another age" (The New York Times). Full of surprisingly touching moments, Jon Robin Baitz's play brings dysfunctional family drama to new heights in this witty, deeply enjoyable work that garnered a Tony Award nomination for Best New Play and won the 2012 Drama League Award.

The creative team for Other Desert Cities includes Joe Lavigne (Set Designer), John Glenn (Lighting Designer), TEd Macklin (Sound Design) and K.O. Ogilvie (Stage Manager).

RusTy Wilson (Direction) is a free-lance theatre artist and teacher based in Richmond, VA. Since moving to Richmond in 2005, he has directed a number of critically acclaimed productions including Firehouse Theatre's, Death of a Salesman, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Who's Afraid Of Virginia Woolf?, Eurydice, and Mr. Marmalade. He also directed Cadence Theatre's production of In The Next Room, or the vibrator play. Prior to moving to Richmond, Rusty spent ten years serving as the Founding Artistic Director for Company of Fools, an award winning theatre company located in Sun Valley, Idaho. Favorite directing credits there include Danny and the Deep Blue Sea, The Glass Menagerie, Uncle Vanya, James Joyce's The Dead, Waiting for Godot, How I Learned to Drive, The Tempest, Death and the Maiden, and Buried Child. During Rusty's tenure, Company of Fools received the Idaho Governor's Award, and it continues to be one of Idaho's leading arts institutions. Rusty has been a guest director and teacher at various colleges and universities around the country, and received a fellowship in directing in 2003. He currently serves as the Arts Dept. Chair, and Director of Theatre at St. Christopher's School.

Jon Robin Baitz (Playwright) plays include Maizlansky/Zilinsky or "smucks," The Film Society, The Substance of Fire, The End of the Day, Three Hotels, A Fair Country, (an adaptation of) Hedda Gabler, Ten Unknowns and The Paris Letter. He is a Pulitzer Prize finalist for A Fair Country and a Guggenheim, NEA and American Academy of the Arts and Letters Award winner. He is on the faculties of the New School's Graduate Drama Division and Stony Brook South Hampton's MFA in theater and film. His screenplays include The Substance of Fire and People I Know starring Al Pacino, both for Miramax. He created the ABC drama Brothers & Sisters in 2006, after writing an episode of The West Wing (The Long Goodbye). Other Desert Cities was nominated for Lortel, Drama Desk, Drama League and Outer Critics Circle Awards, winning the latter two.

The Cast of Other Desert Cities (in alphabetical order)

Hanna Cheek (Brooke) Off-Broadway: Happy Birthday (TACT, Beckett Theatre at Theatre Row); with Waterwell (member since 2003) devised and performed in: GOODBAR (The Public), The Persians...a comedy about war (Perry Street Theatre), Hostage Song (Belt Theatre), Commencement (Company of Fools, Under St Marks, U.S. & Canadian tour. TV/Film: The West Wing, Titus, Ugly Americans, All Roads Lead. Education: Sarah Lawrence College, British American Dramatic Academy, Improv Olympic.

Keith Moore (Lyman) began his career with the BAM Repertory Company in New York City. He performed on Off-Broadway stages, in commercials and on All My Children and One Life to Live. Keith has appeared in many plays at the nexStage Theatre and in The Spitfire Grill, Violet and God of Carnagewith Company of Fools.

Adrian Rieder (Trip) has performed Off-Broadway and regionally opposite such noted actors as Elizabeth Ashley, Dixie Carter, Marlo Thomas, and F. Murray Abraham. Favorite roles include: Biff in Death of a Salesman, Brick in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Edmund in King Lear, and Leontes in The Winter's Tale. He has trained with Anne Bogart and the Siti Company and is a graduate of The Juilliard School.

Denise Simone (Polly) is a founding member and Core Company Artist of Company of Fools as well an accomplished actor, director, teacher, and playwright with over 30 years experience in the world of professional theatre. Favorite roles include; The Syringa Tree, Lou in Welcome Home Jenny Sutter,Becca in Rabbit Hole, Shirley in Shirley Valentine, Karen in Dinner With Friends, Terry in Side Man, and Roberta in Danny and the Deep Blue Sea for Company of Fools.

Patsy Wygle (Silda) moved to the Wood River Valley in 2006 after spending 29 years as a professional actor in New York City. During her years there, she appeared Off-Broadway with the American Theatre Company, as Mrs. O'Connor on Law and Order: SVU and Angie on One Life to Live. She and her husband Keith Moore also had an Off-Off-Broadway theater company for six years.

Full company bios and images available upon request. Please e-mail denise@companyoffools.org

Company of Fools' Season Sponsors are High Country Fusion and Scott Miley Roofing. Show sponsors for Other Desert Cities are Carol & Len Harlig.

Tickets are $35 for full price, $25 for seniors and Center members and $10 for students (18 and under). These ticket prices do not include the "Pay What You Feel" preview (July 2), 10 for $10, and Educator Night (July 4). There is also a SPECIAL GROUP RATE - groups of 6 or more receive $25 tickets!

Tickets may be purchased online at companyoffools.org, by phone at 208.578.9122 or at the Liberty Theatre box office starting one hour prior to curtain. Company of Fools' box office is located at the Liberty Theatre, 110 N. Main Street in Hailey, with hours from 10 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday. All seats are reserved - except for our "Pay What you Feel" preview.

Performance Schedule

Tuesday, July 2 7PM "PAY WHAT YOU FEEL" NIGHT

Wednesday, July 3 7PM

Thursday, July 4 7PM Educators Night

Friday, July 5 8PM

Saturday, July 6 8PM

Tuesday, July 9 7PM SOLD OUT

Wednesday, July 10 7PM

Thursday, July 11 7PM

Friday, July 12 8PM

Saturday, July 13 8PM

Tuesday, July 16 7PM

Wednesday, July 17 7PM

Saturday, July 20 8PM

Tuesday, July 23 7PM

Wednesday, July 24 7PM

Thursday, July 25 7PM

Friday, July 26 8PM

Saturday, July 27 8PM

"10 for $10"

Ten seats are sold for $10 each on each night at the box office starting one hour prior to the performance. Limit two tickets per person.

Educator Nights - July 4 (7PM)

$10 tickets are available to currently employed educators and school administrators for this designated night. These tickets may be purchased in advance. Limit two per person.

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Lee Blessing Returns for id Theater's 13th Seven Devils Playwrights Conference, Now thru 6/22

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:30:00 PST

id Theater returns to McCall, Idaho for the 13th Seven Devils Playwrights Conference, tonight, June 10- 22, sponsored by the Alpine Playhouse. Playwrights, actors and directors from across the country will travel to McCall and, working with local artists and students, develop eleven new plays that will be presented to the public free of charge. Since 2001, the Conference has developed more than 100 new plays by some of the most exciting voices in American Theater.

Renowned playwright Lee Blessing will be returning to McCall for the first time since he served as the Conference's first guest artist in 2001. A reading of Mr. Blessing's new play For the Loyal will launch the Conference's reading series on Wednesday, June 12th at 7:30pm. Mr. Blessing will also host a free playwriting workshop on Saturday, June 15th. A Pulitzer Prize and a Tony Award-nominee, Mr. Blessing's work has earned two Steinberg/American Theater Critics Association awards, as well as Obie, Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk, and L.A. Critics Association awards among others.

"Lee was instrumental in the birth and development of the Conference," says id co-Artistic Director Sheila McDevitt, "so we're quite thrilled that he is finally able to make a return visit and see all the Conference has become."

Six other writers, selected from more than 470 submissions from all over the country will have their work developed and presented at the Conference: A.P. Andrews (Burning Barn), Kimber Lee (brownsville song (b-side for tray)), Joshua Rollins (Concealed Carry) and S.L. Daniels (Emerald's First Life) will be presented as fully staged readings; and Rita Kniess Barkey (The Humming) and Jeni Mahoney (Fata Morgana) will have their work presented as seated readings. Four plays by students at McCall-Donnelly High School will also be presented as staged readings.

Plays developed at Seven Devils have gone on to theaters all over the country including the Playwrights Horizons, Actors Theater of Louisville, South Coast Rep, Roundabout Underground, Trinity Rep, Barrington Stage Company, Chicago's Gift Theater, Montana Rep and Boise Contemporary Theater among others; have garnered awards such as The John Gassner Playwriting Award (Faith by James McLindon), The Woodward/Newman Drama Award (Lemonade by Mark Krause), and the ACTF/Kennedy Center National Student Playwriting Award (In the Sawtooths by Dano Madden); and are published by Samuel French, Smith & Kraus, Applause, Original Works and Indie Theater Now which offers a collection of 11 plays developed through the Conference.

All Conference events are free and open to the public at all times. More information about schedules, events and travel can be found at: www.idtheater.org/this-years-conference.html. All events are free and start at 7:30pm at the Alpine Playhouse unless otherwise noted

Wednesday, June 12th - FOR THE LOYAL by Lee Blessing

Toby and Mia are on the fast track to the future: graduate students with a baby on the way and a college coaching job on the horizon. But Toby stumbles on a secret that threatens to throw their entire future into jeopardy. Caught between honesty and loyalty, Toby finds himself holding the fate of hundreds in his hands, while Mia embarks on a journey to discover who she really is and- -given the world she's in--whether doing wrong is the only way left to do right.

Thursday, June 13th - PLAYS FROM McCALL-DONNELLY HIGH SCHOOL

Friday, June 14th - BURNING BARN by A.P. Andrews

Ethel Hawkins has worked too hard to let the fire that destroyed her home destroy her family as well; but getting everyone to pull together is proving to be much more difficult than she expected. Determined to put the past behind her, Ethel soon discovers that even after a fire, the spark that ignited it remains.

Saturday, June 15th - CONCEALED CARRY by Joshua Rollins

When seven students die in a campus shooting, a Colorado campus becomes ground zero for the concealed carry debate. But as Ben, a young graduate professor caught in the crossfire, struggles to make sense of his own actions, he discovers that the most harrowing ground zero is the one within.

Wednesday, June 19 - THE HUMMING by Rita Kniess Barkey

Sarah has no interest in stopping her ailing father Roj from killing himself; in fact, she'd love to see him thrown in an unmarked grave. But when she discovers that Roj's weapon of choice is her Winchester rifle, the past she thought she'd be burying is resurrected and she finds herself face-to-face with the loss she'd been so determined to survive.

Thursday, June 20 - PLAYS FROM McCALL-DONNELLY HIGH SCHOOL

Friday, June 21 - EMERALD'S FIRST LIFE by S. L. Daniels

Em's life is miserable. Miserable job, miserable home life, miserable love life. Em finds the perfect escape from her woes in the fantastical Cumberland Castle, a virtual realm where she vies to become royal ruler over wenches and kangaroos. But when her actual life threatens to disrupt her online life, Em must call upon her royal powers to help her survive ... in both worlds.

Saturday, June 22 at 2:00 pm - FATA MORGANA by Jeni Mahoney

For Tori and Jack, life off the grid offers a welcome alternative to the turmoil of life back home... until Morgan shows up seeking sanctuary and offering the promise of long lost hopes for happiness. Having already walked away once, can Jack and Tori hold on to their separate peace, or will they risk it all for a shot at their dreams? (location: TBA)

Saturday, June 22 - BROWNSVILLE SONG (B-SIDE FOR TRAY) by Kimber Lee

In the aftermath of loss, a Brooklyn family struggles to navigate the shifting landscape of grief, to find each other and face the past, and fight their way toward hope.

Saturday, June 15th from 11:00am - 2:00pm: SPECIAL EVENT

Playwriting Workshop with Guest Playwright Lee Blessing (location: TBA)

ABOUT THE PLAYWRIGHTS

Lee Blessing has written over thirty plays, including A Walk in the Woods (nominated for Tony and Olivier Awards and a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize), Going to St. Ives, A Body of Water, Thief River, Two Rooms, Eleemosynary and Cobb. Two of his plays have opened recently-the world premiere of Courting Harry at History Theatre in St. Paul, MN and Great Falls-which had its south-of-the-Equator debut at the Ensemble Theatre in Sydney, Australia. Blessing's plays have earned two Steinberg/American Theater Critics Association awards, as well as Obie, Outer Critics Circle, Drama Desk and L.A. Critics Association awards among others. His TNT movie "Cooperstown" won the Humanitas Award. For more than a decade he has headed the Graduate Playwriting Program at Rutgers University. Blessing is married to the award-winning playwright and TV writer-producer Melanie Marnich.

A.P. Andrews is a New York City based playwright who was born and raised in the small town of Superior, Nebraska. His Nebraska Cycle is a series of ten plays about life in the rural Midwest, and includes Abby in the Summer, Burning Barn, The Girl with the Red Balloon, Tailgates, Three More Sundays, Meth and Kisses, Cecil and Marie, Homesteads, Christian Barone Comes Home, and Winter Visits. Other works include Constantin, Higher, Tommy and His Stars and Stripes, Jolly the Christmas Walrus, This Might Hurt a Little, and a collection of six one-act plays entitled Awake and Dreaming. His plays have been performed and developed in Nebraska at the Superior Community Theater, the Red Cloud Opera House, and the Hastings Community Theater; in New York City at Playwrights Horizons Theater School, the Gene Frankel Theater, and The Tank; in Idaho at the Seven Devils Playwrights Conference; and in London at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts. A.P. is a graduate of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, where he studied at Playwrights Horizons Theater School and in London with the Writers Guild of Great Britain.

Rita Kniess Barkey has had more than a dozen plays produced around the country. Recent works include Firewall, selected for the 2011 Pandora Festival in Phoenix; Techno Tango, a 2012 finalist for the Seven Devils Playwrights Conference; and Very F.B., a 2012 finalist at the Double (XX) Festival in Seattle. She has had staged readings at Chicago Dramatists, Indiana Theater Works, and Missoula Colony, among others. Accolades include a Basile Emerging Playwright award, an Indiana Arts Commission fellowship, as well as a Community Outreach Award from the Mary Anderson Center. She did her graduate work in theater and playwriting at Indiana University and earned an MFA in English from The Ohio State University. Rita currently resides in Missoula, Montana, where she is a member of the Dramatists Guild, the International Centre for Women Playwrights, and a founding member of Zoola Playwrights, a collective dedicated to producing new plays.

S. L. Daniels' work has been produced in theatres around the world, including Victory Gardens, American Blues, Rivendell, and Mary-Arrchie Theatre in Chicago, New York Theatre Workshop, the West End Theatre, Vortex Theatre, Kraine Theatre, Gene Frankel Theatre, The Beckett Theatre in New York, and in Australia at Newtown Theatre (Sydney) and Defector Art Theatre (Melbourne). Credits also include: Winner of the Hurricane Season Award (Los Angeles), Oxford Short Play Competition, Serling Award (Playwriting - New York), Samuel French One-Act Competition, Illinois Arts Award, and finalist for the Cunningham Prize, the

O'Neill Conference, and Actors Theatre of Louisville's Heidemann Award. Night Vision, a short play, was published in "StageTHIS: Volume III." Television and film work include: Writer for the animated sit- com, "Committed", Co-Writer for "Nightmares on Emerson Street" (HBO IND/FOX TV), and Executive Script Consultant on "Workout", a pilot for NBC. A film based on her play Lie for Me is currently in production in Los Angeles.

Kimber Lee was born in South Korea and raised in southwestern Idaho, and she is thoroughly delighted to participate in the Seven Devils Playwrights Conference this year. Plays include fight, different words for the same thing, and brownsville song (b-side for tray), and her work has been produced and developed by Page 73 Productions (Page 2 Workshop), Hedgebrook Women Playwrights Festival, Dramatists Guild Fellows Program, Represent Playwrights Festival at ACT/Seattle, Playwrights' Center Core Apprentice Program, Theatre of the 1st Amendment/1st Light Program, Great Plains Theatre Conference (Mainstage), Southern Rep, and Mo`olelo Performing Arts Company. Her play fight received the 2010 Holland New Voices Award, and she has been a Finalist for the O'Neill National Playwrights Conference, the Ruby Prize, and Premiere Stages Play Festival. Kimber was recently invited to the 2013 Bay Area Playwrights Festival, and she is currently a 2012-2013 Playwrights' Workshop Fellow at the Lark Play Development Center, a member of the Ma-Yi Writers Lab, and the 2013-2014 recipient of the PoNY Fellowship. MFA: UT Austin.

Jeni Mahoney's plays including The Feast of the Flying Cow... and Other Stories of War, Mercy Falls, The Martyrdom of Washington Booth, Running in Circles Screaming, Come Rain or Come Shine, Kandahar, Light, American Eyes and Gogli Mogli have been presented at the National Playwrights Conference at the O'Neill Center, InterAct Theater (Philly), Source Theater Festival (D.C.), L.A. Theater Center, MidWest New Play Festival (Chicago), Lark Theater's Playwrights Week, Rattlestick Playwrights Theater, NYU's hotINK Festival, And Toto Too (Denver), Circus Theatricals (L.A.) and London's Greenwich Playhouse among others. Her plays are published Applause, IndieTheaterNow.com, Playscripts and NYTE. Jeni writes and speaks on the subject of play development whenever she can find a platform to do so, and has been featured in articles in Stage Directions Magazine, The Dramatists Magazine and The Loop. She is a member of Dramatists Guild of America.

Joshua Rollins' play A Girl With the Sun in Her Eyes debuted in Chicago last summer with Pine Box Theater Company to great acclaim and a sold-out run. It is in development for production in Los Angeles, New Orleans, and New York City later this year. Other works include American Rex, which just had its world premiere with Chicago Street Theatre and was a finalist for the Eugene O'Neill Playwrights Conference; 25 Saints, which recently completed a successful run in Chicago at Victory Garden's Greenhouse Theatre and will be produced in Seattle later this year; and Darlin' which is being developed in Los Angeles. His one acts have been produced by Pine Box, American Theatre Company, American Blues Theatre, the Artistic Home, and many others. Joshua is also an actor and has appeared with many acclaimed companies including The Blue Man Group, Steppenwolf Theatre, The Gift Theatre, About Face, Commonwealth Shakespeare, and the Huntington Theatre. Film credits include Batman: The Dark Knight, Contagion, Living Hell, Killshot, Awake, and The Lake House, among others. He is a graduate of the School at Steppenwolf

Now Playing Onstage in Boise - Week of 6/09/2013

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DISNEY'S MY SON PINOCCHIO JR
WILD MOUNTAIN THYME
6/7-6/10/2013

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THE ODD COUPLE
Knock 'Em Dead Dinner Theatre
5/17-6/15/2013
Neil Simon's classic comedy The Odd Couple is one of Broad-way's funniest. Felix has just broken up with his wife. With no-where else to go, he is urged by his good friend, Oscar, to move in with him. Oscar is a disorganized, casual, incurable slob and Felix is an uptight, neat and neurotic control freak. This hilarious tale of mismatched buddies has more big laughs than Manhattan has hot dog vendors. There's nothing odd about the non-stop laughter in The Odd Couple!
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THE DROWSY CHAPERONE
COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL
6/6-6/15/2013
A rare combination of unprecedented originality and blinding talent, THE DROWSY CHAPERONE boldly addresses a great unspoken desire in all of our hearts: to be entertained. If you've ever sat in a dark theatre and thought, "Dear Lord in heaven, please let it be good," this is the show for you!It all begins when a die-hard musical-theater fan plays his favorite cast album on his turntable, and the musical literally bursts to life in his living room, telling the rambunctious tale of a brazen Broadway starlet trying to find, and keep, her true love. Order your copy of "Showing Off with THE DROWSY CHAPERONE" - an informative DVD with advice and production tips from the show's authors and creative staff. Email licensing@mtishows.com to request your FREE copy!
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9 TO 5, THE MUSICAL
COEUR D'ALENE SUMMER THEATRE
6/13-6/22/2013
9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL, with music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and book by Patricia Resnick, is based on the 1980 hit movie Nine to Five.Pushed to the boiling point by their boss, three female co-workers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. They conspire to take control of their company and learn there's nothing they can't do -- even in a man's world. Set in the late 1970s, 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL is a hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era. Outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic, 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL is about teaming up and taking care of business.This high-energy show is ideal for a large, mostly female cast. With its jubilant score and easily relatable characters, 9 TO 5: THE MUSICAL is the perfect show for community theaters or high schools.
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ANNIE
MT HARRISON HERITAGE FOUNDATION
6/14-6/22/2013
Leapin' Lizards! The popular comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world's best-loved musicals. With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan ANNIE charms everyone's hearts, despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan.With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, ANNIE escapes to the wondrous and magical world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, ANNIE foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations and befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. She finds a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. ANNIE is the perfect family-friendly musical, and an ideal show for a largely female cast. Middle Schools and elementary schools should also take notice of ANNIE JR - a special version of this title expressly designed for younger performers.
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HONK!
IDAHO STATE UNIVERSITY
6/14-6/22/2013
In the London season featuring the appearance of THE LION KING, HONK! became a stand-out by winning the 2000 Olivier Award (the British equivalent of the TonyÂ® Award) for Best New Musical. Written by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe (dubbed "The brightest hopes for the future of the British musical"� by The London Daily Telegraph), HONK! is the story of Ugly, whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and neighbors. Separated from The Farm and pursued by a hungry Cat, Ugly must find his way home. Along his rollicking and harrowing journey he not only discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in all its forms. Witty and hilarious, but also deeply moving, HONK! will treat your audiences to equal amounts of laughter and tears. Perfect for a cast as small as ten or as large as 30 (or more), HONK! can be performed with simple sets and costumes. No feathers or fur necessary! Its charm, humor and message of tolerance is perfect for a family audience"¦ and every audience.
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BIG RIVER
Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre
6/13-6/22/2013
Twain's timeless classic sweeps us down the mighty Mississippi as the irrepressible Huck Finn helps his friend Jim, a slave, escape to freedom at the mouth of the Ohio River. Their adventures along the way are hilarious, suspenseful and heartwarming, bringing to life your favorite characters from the novel-the Widow Douglas and her stern sister, Miss Watson; the uproarious King and Duke, who may or may not be as harmless as they seem; Huck's partner in crime, Tom Sawyer, and their rowdy gang of pals; Huck's drunken father, the sinister Pap Finn; the lovely Mary Jane Wilkes and her trusting family. Propelled by an award winning score from Roger Miller, the king of country music, this jaunty journey provides a brilliantly theatrical celebration of pure Americana.Music by Roger Miller; Lyrics by Roger Miller; Book by William Hauptman; Adapted from the novel by Mark Twain
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INTO THE WOODS
Lake City Playhouse
5/31-6/29/2013
The Brothers Grimm hit Broadway with an epic fairytale where worlds collide. James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and brings them together for a timeless yet relevant piece and rare modern classic. The story follows a Baker and his wife who wish to have a child, Cinderella who wishes to attend the King's Festival, and Jack who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. One of Sondheim's most popular works, INTO THE WOODS is a musically sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature actors adept at dark comedy. Designers will especially enjoy highlighting the fantastical elements of this magical word.
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SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS
STARLIGHT MOUNTAIN THEATRE
5/31-8/24/2013
"Goin' courting"� has never been as much fun as in this rip-roaring stage version of the popular MGM movie, adapted by Lawrence Kasha and David Landay. Set in Oregon in 1850, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS tells the story of Millie, a young bride living in the 1850's Oregon wilderness. Her plan to civilize and marry off her six rowdy brothers-in-law to ensure the success of her own marriage backfires when the brothers, in their enthusiasm, kidnap six women from a neighboring town to be their brides. Bursting with the rambunctious energy of the original film, SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS is all boisterous fun and romance that harkens back to the glory days of the movie musical.SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS is a glorious romp suitable for middle school, high school, and community theatre productions. This show's large ensemble is a perfect opportunity to showcase many performers of all types.
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BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY Plays Morrison Center Tonight

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 00:30:00 PST

Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story plays the Morrison Center, tonight, June 7 at 8 p.m. and June 8 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

On February 3rd, 1959, the man who changed the face of popular music tragically died in a plane crash aged 22. Now, Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story tells the story of the three years in which he became the world's top recording artist with a show that features over 20 of Buddy Holly's greatest hits including "Peggy Sue", "That'll Be The Day", "Oh Boy", "Not Fade Away", "Everyday", "Rave On","Maybe Baby", "Raining In My Heart", Ritchie Valens' "La Bamba", and the Big Bopper's "Chantilly Lace".

More than 20 million people have come to see Buddy all across the globe where the magical talents of Charles Hardin 'Buddy' Holly have been shared live with many more people than the real Buddy Holly ever had the chance to perform to. The incredible legacy of the young man with glasses, whose musical career spanned an all-too-brief period during the golden days of rock 'n' roll, continues to live on in Buddy.

Tickets: $32.50, $42.50, & $52.50 Pricing does not include applicable fees. Tickets go on sale Friday, November 30, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Tickets are available at the Morrison Center Box Office, all Select-a-Seat outlets, online at IdahoTickets.com or by calling (208) 426-1110. Group of 15+ eligible for 10% discount.

Located on the campus of Boise State University, the 2,037-seat Velma V. Morrison Center for the Performing Arts is Idaho's premier performing arts center. Nestled on the banks of the Boise River, with a panoramic view of the city, parks and foothills, the Center's 10-story stage house is a recognizable fixture of the Capitol's picturesque skyline. The realization of a life-long dream of Harry W. Morrison, and championed by his widow, Velma, the Center opened its doors on April 7, 1984. Today the Center is recognized as a major destination for arts and culture, annually hosting hundreds of live entertainment and arts education offerings that serve to enrich the lives of patrons of all ages. As a Boise State affiliate, the Center is a non-profit organization supported by ticket sales, facility rentals, donations and the generous support of the Morrison Center Endowment Foundation, Inc. For more information on our programs, or to find out how you can play an active role in our ongoing success as a donor or volunteer, visit www.MorrisonCenter.com.

For more about the show, go to www.buddythemusical.com.

Boise Contemporary Theater Hosts Second Annual SUMMER BLOCK PARTY Tonight

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 00:30:00 PST

BCT is throwing a block party, including a concert lineup of some of Boise's best musical talent: Bill Coffey and His Cash Money Cousins, Edmond Dantès and Andrew Coba. The event starts at 6pm with music from 7-10 p.m. tonight, June 6, on the block in front of BCT (Fulton Street between 8th & 9th Street.)

What could be better than spending a June evening outside with your friends listening to great local music and enjoying fantastic local food and beer? The tickets are cheap and the money goes to support great local theater.

Tickets are just $10, $5 for students, and they are ON SALE NOW at bc t heater.org and through the Boise Contemporary Theater box office at 331-9224 x205.

The event will also feature beer from Payette Brewing Company and food by Pie Hole Pizza, Saint Lawrence Gridiron, Rice Works and Goody's. All attendees will be entered to win Tickets to the 13|14 BCT Season. Join BCT for a night of fantastic music, food and fun!

ABOUT BOISE CONTEMPORARY THEATER: Founded in 1997, Boise Contemporary Theater (BCTheater.org) creates, produces and presents vibrant and dynamic professional theater that illuminates enduring themes while exploring contemporary issues and ideas.