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Love, Loss and What I WoreNora Ephron and Delia Ephron, based on the book by Ilene BeckermanApril 10, 11, 16, 17, 18 - 7:30 PMApril 12 - 2:00 PM - 2015Directed by Julianna Skluzacek

This delightful and poignant play “is not about fashion; it is about what clothes really are to us, those moments when we are constantly trying to find our identity through them.” These are the words of Nora Ephron, icon-ic movie writer and playwright. Nora and her sister Delia (who co-wrote “You’ve Got Mail” with Nora) probe our memories through a series of conversations and monologues on topics such as mothers, prom dresses, buying bras, hating purses and why we only wear black. Auditions for “Love, Loss and What I Wore” will be December 8-9, 6:30-8:30PM at the Paradise Center for the Arts.

The vibrant and provocative musical “Nine” will close Merlin’s 20th sea-son. The production features Steve Lawler as the musical’s focal point, Guido Contini, an Italian film director. More than a dozen beautiful women in Contini’s life swarm around the once-lauded director as he attempts to revive his career and arouse inspiration by escaping Rome. The original Broadway show won five Tony Awards, including Best Musical, in 1982. Its revival won two additional Tonys, including Best Revival of a Musical, in 2003. The musical has wonderful music and lyrics by Maury Yeston, with a book by Arthur Kopit. Director Eric Parrish and choreographer Mary Hahn (choreographer of Northfield Arts Guild’s “Chicago”) will surely inspire you to “Be Italian!” Auditions for “Nine” will be Jan. 6 and Jan 8, 2015 at 6-8:30PM at the Paradise Center for the Arts.

The Santa DiariesWritten by Mala Burt and Laura Ambler Dec. 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 - 7:30 PM Dec. 7, 14 - 2:00 PM - 2014Directed by Julianna Skluzacek

The state premiere of this funny and charming musical play is a holiday treat for the entire family. Will Hawes (played by Michael Lambert) has run away from his family history which includes five generations of Santas. He refuses to believe he has “the call-ing.” So what happens when this successful and self-absorbed Hollywood actor is forced to return to his small hometown and di-rect the community holiday play? On his journey, Will rediscovers the joy of Christmas, a lost love, and learns to embrace his inner Santa, accepting the gifts handed down through his family line.

Special Thanks to our Season Sponsor - Charter Communications20 Year Anniversary Gala with songs and scenes from TMP’s past - May 16, 2015 * Get $5 off this ticket

as a season ticket holder

TMP brings back its smash hit of 2008 again featuring Kim Schaufenbuel as Patsy Cline and Tania Legvold as Louise Seeger. This is the true story of the friendship between Houston housewife Louise Seeger and Patsy. Seeger supplys the narrative while Patsy weaves the story together with her unforgettable songs such as “Walkin’ After Midnight,” “Anytime,” “She’s Got You,” “Sweet Dreams,” and “Crazy.”

Always, Patsy Cline Written by Ted Swindley Sept. 12, 13, 18, 19, 20 7:30PMSept. 14 - 2:00PM Directed by Julianna Skluzacek

Nine Book by Arthur KopitMusic & Lyrics by Maury Yeston July 24, 25, 30, 31, August 1 - 7:30PMJuly 26 - 2:00PM - 2015Directed by Eric Parrish

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Dear TMP audiences,

Over the past twenty years, The Merlin Players have pro-duced 51 plays and musicals in a variety of venues. For the past seven, we have called the Paradise Center for the Arts our home. One thread runs through these past seasons and that is our passion to strive to bring the finest theater to southern Minnesota. Hun-dreds of actors, musicians, set design/construction teams, costum-ers, light and sound designers, and prop masters, painters, ticket sellers and front of the house staff have worked thousands of hours to attain this goal of excellence. It has, indeed, been a labor of love for all of us. Last year Scene magazine named us the best theatre company in southern Minnesota. In 2009, our production of “Eleemosynary” was chosen “Best of Festival” at the Minneso-ta Community Theatres One-Act Play Festival and we traveled to the regional competition in Nebraska. In 2001, we earned second place at the same festival for “The Laramie Project.” On Saturday, May 16, 2015, The Merlin Players, past and present, will gather for a 20th Anniversary Gala Show featuring some of the best moments from our twenty years. Directed by Michael Lambert, you won’t want to miss this show. If you are a season ticket holder, you will receive $5.00 off the $20.00 gala ticket. The price of your ticket includes a reception afterwards. Don’t miss the laughter and the music on May 16. This is just another reason to purchase a Merlin season ticket. Remember, your season ticket is flexible and can be used for any of the shows. Get the best seats when you make your res-ervations one week before tickets go on sale to the public. Please consider becoming a benefactor member at whatever level you can afford. We so appreciate, and need, your extra support as our overhead expenses have increased for the second year in a row. The Merlin Players’ Board of Directors also invites you to audi-tion or become a volunteer. It is a wonderful way to meet new people and join the Merlin family. Check out our website at themerlinplayers.org.

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