e are very pleased to bepresenting one of the mostpopular comedies of alltime. A staple in communi-ty and regional theatre, thisNeil Simon classic was firstpresented on Broadway in1965 and was later madeinto a very successful film andthen a television series. In1985, the script was revisedand the play returned toBroadway with a female castthat featured Sally Struthersand Rita Moreno. Mostrecently, Nathan Lane andMatthew Broderick playedOscar and Felix in a soldout Broadway revival.

Laughter abounds whenbest pals Oscar Madison andFelix Ungar become the mostmismatched roommates inthe history of theatre. Felix isfussy and fastidious to a fault,proving that cleanliness isnext to insanity. Oscar onthe other hand is a slovenlysportscaster who can wreakhavoc on a room simply bywalking into it. When Felix

shows up on Oscar's doorstepafter being thrown out byhis wife, Oscar suggests thathe move in with him. Thetwo men try to adapt toeach other's idiosyncrasiesand even try to rekindletheir social lives by ensnaringthe legendary Pigeonsisters, with side-splittingresults. You won't want tomiss this classic comedy.

Director DD.. TTeerrrryy WWiilllliiaammss(Wit, Escanaba in da Moonlight,Duck Hunter Shoots Angel)is leading a talented cast and crew, which includesCivic veterans: RRoonn CCeenntteerrss(A Christmas Story, Over theTavern, The Boys Next Door),

JJuussttiinn GGooooddrriicchh (Last Nightof Ballyhoo, Proposals),LLaarrss JJ.. LLooooffbboorroo (Medea),SS tteevveenn WWiixxssoonn (TheSound of Music, SweeneyTodd), and LLeeoo ZZaaiinneeaa(Beauty and the Beast, WillRogers Follies).

Making their Civic debutsare MMeell iissssaa AAnnsscchhuuttzz,SSccootttt HHoorrnn and JJaammiiee RRaayy.

Tickets are selling fast soorder yours today by callingthe Box Office at334433––11331133 or visit us atwwwwww..kkaazzoooocciivviicc..ccoomm. Asalways we offer special ratesfor groups, seniors and students.

Box Office: 269-343-1313 Business Office: 269-343-2280 www.kazoocivic.com

FEBRUARY 2008

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wo-thousand eight is off to agreat start here at the Civic. I hope you had the chance tosee our first two productions ofthe New Year. Both On GoldenPond and Avenue Q providedmany people with hours ofenjoyment. I am very proud ofthe fine work presented byboth of these companies.

As you may know, earlier thisseason we were presented witha wonderful opportunity in theform of a $100,000 challengegrant. Our challenge was to raiseat least $100,000 in annualcontributions, which would bematched by an anonymousdonor. I am so pleased to reportthat thanks to you, our generousfriends, we reached thisamazing goal!

You may not know that ticketsales only account for 24% of ourannual income. Individual andcorporate contributions help tokeep ticket prices affordable andmake it possible for us to provideeducational and participationopportunities to members of ourcommunity. We appreciate all ofthe support we receive each sea-son, and are delighted to be ableto offer such distinctive opportu-nities to our community.

The second half of our seasonis in full swing. Shakespeare inHollywood is up and runningwhile The Odd Couple, TheFoursome and our Youth Theatreproduction of Tales of a FourthGrade Nothing are busilyrehearsing. You won’t want to miss any of these great productions. I’m happy to saythat there truly is somethingfor everyone.

�Kristen ChesakManaging Director

Civic Offers Something for Everyonebehind the scenes

Shakespeare in Hollywood playing in theAuditorium thru February 23rd, featuresMichael P. Martin as Puck, Tim Eschelbachas Max Reinhardt, Atis Kleinbergs as JackWarner and Tallis Kleinbergs as Oberon.

Avenue Q cast members Kyle Matthew Farr,Roger W. Burleigh, Adrian Blazek, ErichSommerfeldt and Jennifer B. Lindsay are pictured with their alter egos.

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Scripts are available and may be checkedout from the Business Office with a $5.00refundable deposit. If you have previouslyvolunteered or auditioned we are happy toprovide you with a completed auditionform when you arrive. Simply call or emailand let us know that you are planning to audition and we'll have your auditionform ready for you. All of us at the Civic arecommitted to the practices of flexible, imaginative casting. We encourage volun-teers of all ethnicities and backgrounds toparticipate in our creative endeavors. Also,reasonable accommodations will be madefor those requiring special needs.

For more information regarding show synopsis, auditions, volunteering or crew opportunities, call 269-343-2280 or visit www.kazoocivic.com

AUDITION DATESSunday, March 16, 4pmMonday, March 17, 4pm

WHEREMuzzi Dance Studio, Carver Center, 426 S. ParkStreet

CASTINGSeeking 25-30 actors to play a variety of roles,as well as a full complement of technical crews.

REQUIREMENTSThose auditioning age 9 through seniors in highschool will be asked to read from the script

FIRST REHEARSALMonday, March 24

PERFORMANCESMay 9 - May 18

DIRECTORZac Thompson

AUDITION DATESSunday, March 16, 7pm or Monday, March 17, 7pm

WHEREMuzzi Dance Studio, Carver Center, 426 S. Park Street

CASTINGSeeking 10 women and 8 men ages 16 and older forleading and supporting roles.

REQUIREMENTSThose auditioning are asked to prepare 16 measures of asong appropriate for the role(s) for which they would like tobe considered. It is acceptable to sing a song from LittleWomen, the Musical. Please bring sheet music, as an accom-panist will be provided. Those auditioning will learn a dancecombination. Bring comfortable clothes and shoes in whichto perform a dance audition. You may also be asked to readfrom the script.

FIRST REHEARSAL PERFORMANCESMonday, March 31 May 16 - May 31

DIRECTOR MUSICAL DIRECTORCraig Gibson Aaron J. Cassette

CHOREOGRAPHERHeather Smith

We encourage those auditioning to arrivethirty minutes prior to the audition time. Anearly arrival will provide plenty of time tofill out necessary paperwork, get a drink ofwater and take a few deep breaths beforethe audition begins.

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Welcoming Artist-in-Residence JIM CARVER, Director of The Foursome

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WELCOME RECEPTIONWhen: Tuesday, February 19, 5:30 to 7:00pmWhere: Civic Theatre Side LoungeFee: FREEJoin us as we welcome Jim back to the Civic, as Director of our upcoming production of The Foursome.

IMAGINE THAT!(adult acting workshop)When: Saturday, March 1, 10:00am to 1:00pmWhere: Auditorium GreenroomFee: FREE with advance registrationThis workshop will focus on using imagery as a technique for studying the script anddelivering dialogue in a real and natural way. It makes the script come alive in the mind ofthe actor and can produce amazing results.

YOU’RE DIRECTING THE NEXT PLAY BECAUSE YOU SAW THE MOVIE(directing workshop)When: Saturday, March 8, 10:00am to 1:00pmWhere: Auditorium GreenroomFee: FREE with advance registrationThis workshop will explore the process of how to get started in directing a play. We willbegin by determining how to decide what kind of play it is; what it is about; what style itis; what tools should be used to tell the story; breaking down the play in to "beats" or"motivational units;" and how to approach blocking those units.

DINNER with JIMWhen: Saturday, March 29

5:00pm Reception5:30pm Dinner

Where: The Park ClubFee: $30 (excluding alcohol)Enjoy a wonderful evening of fun and food with Jim Carver as he shares his experiencesand answers your questions about the Civic and what he’s been up to since retiring.

POST SHOW TALK BACKWhen: Saturday, March 29, following the performance of The FoursomeWhere: The Parish TheatreFee: FREE to patrons of the March 29th performance of The FoursomeAudience members wishing to participate areinvited to stay for a short question andanswer session with Jim, the cast, crew,and production staff.

JIM CARVERJim Carver will be returning to the Civic to directour production of The Foursome, which will bepresented in April. Anyone that knows Jim knowsthat a play that takes place on a golf course is aperfect fit. Jim literally grew up here at the Civic,watching from the back row of the Auditoriumas his parents rehearsed. He joined the profes-sional staff of the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre in1959 as a production assistant- building, painting,lighting, teaching and directing. In 1968 Jimwas promoted to Business Manager and in1974 was named Managing Director; the positionhe held until his retirement in 1997.

Jim has directed hundreds of plays, earning aninternational reputation as a highly respecteddirector. Two of his productions were selectedin national competition to represent theUnited States at international festivals -the most recent being Dancing atLughnasa, which was presented at theWorld Amateur Theatre Festival inMonaco, where it was acclaimed as "thefinest production ever by an AmericanCompany."

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eter Hatcher has some problems at home. But it isn't his mother, who's always study-ing art history. And it isn't his father, who watches TV just for the commercials. No,Peter's biggest problem is Fudge, his disgustingly adorable baby brother. Fudge isalways in Peter's way and messing up everything he sees, whether he's scribbling all overPeter's school project, trying to fly off the jungle gym, or stealing the limelight in theToddle Bike commercial. And when Peter's pet turtle Dribble turns up gone - all gone -everybody's only worried about Fudge, who ate him, instead of Dribble, who got eaten!Based on the acclaimed novel by Judy Blume, Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing remindsus that sibling rivalry isn't always sweet… especially when your brother is Fudge!

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TALES of a FOURTHGRADE NOTHING

PBased on the book by Judy Blume

Adapted for the stage by Bruce Mason