Musical Revue 2013

Posted on September 10, 2013 by | Comments Off on Musical Revue 2013

A Look at the Past, a Light to the Future is the working title of our Fall 2013 musical revue show.  Including musical numbers and scenes from the past 45 years of shows at Theatre Company of Saugus.  Plus some electric new songs, in this fundraiser for our new lighting equipment!  Performances will be November 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 and December 1.

Directed and coordinated by Suzanne Jalbert and Amanda Allen, featuring the cast of Finian’s Rainbow.  We invite all TCS members to reprise their favorite numbers from any past shows.   And we invite all newcomers who would like to perform.   (We sadly had to cancel our planned production of Finian’s Rainbow because we were unable to complete the required casting.)

All those interested in being in the show should contact us.  Or simply come to a rehearsal, on Sundays at 4-6pm, or on Thursdays at 7pm, at ESUMC.

You should also contact us if you cannot be in the revue, but would are are interested in being in our holiday show, A Storybook Christmas, to be performed on December 20 & 21.

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Mixed Bag Designs Fundraiser

Posted on September 9, 2013 by | Comments Off on Mixed Bag Designs Fundraiser

Ready to do some guilt-free shopping for a great cause? We need your help! Mixed Bag Designs is helping Theatre Company of Saugus reach our fundraising goals this year!

Anyone can support us – all they have to do is shop online at www.mixedbagdesigns.com and use our ID# 241540 to give us 40% of the purchase!

Mixed Bag Designs has tons of products for everyone in the family including reusable grocery bags, travel totes, shopping bags, iPhone covers, tablet cases and more! Go to the www.mixedbagdesigns.com and start shopping! Every purchase helps us! Forward this email on to your friends and family too, we need all the help we can get and the more the merrier!

How To Order

  • Go to the Mixed Bag Designs Website
  • Click on “ONLINE STORE” and browse products and start shopping!
  • Pay for your order online with a credit card – your order is shipped directly to you!
  • At checkout on the Review/Submit Order Page type 241540 in the “School/Fundraiser ID#” field. You can also enter the name of the participant that referred you in the “Referred By” field for them to receive credit.

Remember, you can feel free to share this notice with other friends and family – we are happy to reach out to other communities! Thank you for your support!

Happy Shopping, Theatre Company of Saugus

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Birds, Snail, Mice, Moles get 2013 DASH Nomination

Posted on August 25, 2013 by | Comments Off on Birds, Snail, Mice, Moles get 2013 DASH Nomination

TCS participates in the highly competitive DASH (Distinguished Award and Special Recognition) program offered by EMACT (Eastern Massachusetts Association of Community Theatres), in which consultants review and rate  many aspects of shows.  Groups and individuals with the highest scores are nominated for awards.

The  nominations for the 2012-13 were announced on 17 July 2013.  The award winners were presented at the annual EMACT Gala, which this year was on Saturday 24 August 2013 starting at 6:00 PM.  For the complete list of nominees and winners, click here.  For a photo gallery of the Gala, click here.

We are proud note that the Theatre Company of Saugus April 2013 musical production of A Year With Frog and Toad was recognized.  The Animals were  nominated for Best Specialty Ensemble in a Musical.  The actors included are  Amanda Allen, Patrick Harris, and Kathleen Tringale.  Congratulations!

Other actors in the show were Matthew Huffman as Toad and Stephen Russo as Frog.  Last year TCS member William Fafard won Best Youth Actor in a Musical for his title role in Oliver!

TCS members who won awards:  Mike Teixeira was one of two winners for Lighting Design of a Musical for Cabaret at MMAS Black Box Theater.  Emily Sheeran was nominated three times for different shows as Best Youth Actress in a Play, and she won for The Woodsman at Hovey Players.  Brian Nickerson was given a Consultant’s Choice Award for Excellence in Musical Accompaniment for The 39 Steps at Firehouse Center for the Arts.

Other TCS members who got nominations are:  Brian Dion for Set Design of Second Samuel at Burlington Players; and Grace Meidanis for Best Prop Coordination of a Musical for You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown at Winthrop Playmakers.  We also note that Steve Black was nominated for Best Direction of a Musical for Next to Normal at Marblehead Little Theatre, because he has been appointed as the next Drama teacher at Saugus High School.

TCS participants in the production of the Gala include James Wlodyka, who provided the Sound equipment and operation, assisted by Amanda Allen; and Larry Segel who operated the Lights.

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Founders Day 2013

Posted on August 22, 2013 by | Comments Off on Founders Day 2013

Each year the town of Saugus holds the Founders Day street fair.  Vendors, organizations, food, kiddie rides, performances.  This year it was on Saturday 7 September 2013.  The location is Central Street north of the monument at Main Street, between the Library and Town Hall.

The kids from the Theatre Company of Saugus’ Summer Youth Theatre Workshop performed from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM.  Including selections from their production of Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr.  Also appearing were the cast of A Year With Frog and Toad, performing numbers from that show, and Will Fafard sang a number.  On the stage on the front steps of the Town Hall.  Come on out and give them a hand.  You could also visit the TCS table for raffles and info about our upcoming season.  See you at the fair!

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Greater Boston Theatre Expo: 2013

Posted on August 22, 2013 by | Comments Off on Greater Boston Theatre Expo: 2013

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You are invited to the

Greater Boston Theatre Expo: 2013

Over 50 theatre companies in one place with information and special offers for the upcoming theatre season in the Greater Boston area! Including Theatre Company of Saugus.  

Visit our table, where you can purchase a discount ticket available only at this Expo.  $30 gets you into three shows, for the price of two!

Tuesday, September 10, 2013  /  5:30-7:30pm

The Cyclorama at the Boston Center for the Arts

539 Tremont Street  /  Boston

Information and RSVP:  stagesource.org/programs-and-events/gbte/

(RSVPs not required, but encouraged!)

Over 50 theatre companies come together on one night to share information, schedules and offerings for the upcoming theatre season – and many will be offering discounts, promotions, prizes and giveaways for you.  This first ever Greater Boston Theatre Expo: 2013 offers you a free, convenient and efficient way in an Expo-style/marketplace setting to check out theatre productions for your favorite companies and lets you explore new organizations and meet local theatre artists!

Click here for more information:  stagesource.org/programs-and-events/gbte/

Directions and Parking Information:  http://www.bcaonline.org/visit/directions-and-parking.html

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Fuddruckers Fundraiser, August 2013

Posted on August 9, 2013 by | Comments Off on Fuddruckers Fundraiser, August 2013

Join us for a fundraiser at Fuddruckers restaurant, home of the world’s greatest hamburgers!  On Monday 12 August 2013 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM.  At Fuddruckers Saugus / 900 Broadway / Route 1 northbound.  (This is in the back of the plaza just past Kowloon’s.)

In support of the Theatre Company of Saugus, and our production of The Glass Menagerie, Fuddruckers will donate 20% of your meal price, when the attached voucher is presented to the cashier.  Click here for the voucher.

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Tickets on sale for The Glass Menagerie

Posted on August 1, 2013 by | Comments Off on Tickets on sale for The Glass Menagerie

Performances of the great drama The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams will be on Fridays and Saturdays 9, 10, 16, 17 August 2013 at 7:30 PM, with matinees  on Sundays 11, 18 August at 2:00 PM.

Seating is on two sides of a thrust stage, with the rear rows elevated for better sight lines.  The number of seats is limited, and seat locations are reserved, so purchasing tickets  in advance is recommended; see our Tickets page.  Tickets  are $15 for adults, and $12 for seniors and students.

Also visit our Directions page for the location and The Glass Menagerie page for more info and the flyer.

You can read fascinating insights about the production in a chronicle about the rehearsal process  in Nathan’s Blog.

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First Run-Thru

Posted on July 25, 2013 by | Comments Off on First Run-Thru

At rehearsal tonight for The Glass Menagerie, the actors performed what is called a “stumble through,” in which the show is run without using the scripts.  It continues to be very exciting to watch these four talented performers depend only on themselves and their characterizations, which has been the case all along; they are all very successful. This show is going to be amazing!

The lighting designer, Larry Segel, was in attendance to discuss the lighting for the show, and that was also a treat.  The set design is going to be wonderful, and will help establish the tone of the show.  Without giving too much away, I will say that you will feel like you are present in the lives of these four people.

Let me also say that there are some modern things being blended into the show to give it a contemporary edge while still maintaining the depth and perfection of the play.  Lexi Deschene is doing an incredibly job as director, assisted by Nicholas Meunier. This production will leave you breathless!

Keep a look out for more on The Glass Menagerie presented by the Theatre Company of Saugus, August 9 – 11 & 16 – 18, 2013.  Friday and Saturday performances are at 7:30 PM, and Sunday performances are at 2:00, at the East Saugus United Methodist Church.

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