THIS WEEK: JULY 3 to 9, 2009
Me and My Girl, the Tony Award-winning musical comedy about a long-lost son of a wealthy Londoner who is transplanted from his life as a drifter to one of a noble gentleman. Pines Dinner Theatre, 3045 High Hill Road, Slatington. Through July 12 with performances Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.; Fridays at 2 and 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 8 p.m. Dinner served two hours before show time. $44.20, $16.60 children. Reservations: 610-926-3702.
A Chorus Line, the Broadway musical celebrating those unsung heroes of the American Musical Theater – the chorus dancers. Pocono Playhouse, off Route 390, Mountainhome. Wednesday and Thursday at 2 and 8 p.m. Continues through July 19 with performances Wednesdays and Thursdays at 2 and 8 p.m.; Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 4 and 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. $25. 595-7458.
Talley’s Folly, the Pulitzer Prize-winning romantic comedy by Lanford Wilson. Performed by Scranton Public Theatre at the Olde Brick Theatre, R128 West Market St., Scranton. Opens Thursday and continues through July 25 with performances Thursdays through Saturdays at 8:15 p.m. $12.50, $10 seniors. 344-3656.
FUTURE
Whose Wives Are They Anyway? A comic farce from the playwright team of Michael and Susan Parker about two executives trying to impress the new CEO. Corner Bistro Dinner Theater, 76-78 South Main St., Carbondale. July 10 to 19 with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 6:30 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. $26 includes the Bistro Buffet. Reservations: 282-7499.
Shakespeare in the Park, a performance of Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night” presented by Ghostlight Productions. South Abington Park, Clarks Summit. July 17, 24 and 25 at 6:30 p.m.; July 18-19 and 26 at 2:30 p.m. Free. 585-9040.
South Pacific, the Broadway musical about romance and prejudice set on a Pacific island during World War II. Music Box Dinner Playhouse, 196 Hughes St., Swoyersville. July 17 through Aug. 2 with performances Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. Dinner served 90 minutes before curtain. Dinner and show $35, show only $18. 283-2195.
Ancient Greek Idol, the American Idol competition moves to ancient Greece as the mighty Zeus gathers gods and goddesses in a singing competition pitting mythology’s superstars against one another. Performed by local children and teens along with members of the Bloomsburg Theatre Ensemble. Alvina Krause Theatre, 226 Center St., Bloomsburg. July 22 through Aug. 2 with performances Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 1 p.m.; Thursdays at 1 and 7:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. 800-282-0283.
Cirque du Soleil: Alegr�a, an operatic introspection of the struggle for power and the invigorating energy of youth set in a kingdom without a king. Performed by a cast of 55 performers and musicians from 17 countries with acrobatics, trapeze and high-speed aerial acts. Wachovia Arena, 255 Highland Park Blvd., Wilkes-Barre Township. July 22-23 at 7:30 p.m.; July 24-25 at 3:30 and 7:30 p.m.; July 26 at 1 and 5 p.m. 800-745-3000.
My Fair Lady, the timeless love story between Professor Higgins and the young cockney girl who steals his heart. Pocono Playhouse, off Route 390, Mountainhome. July 22 to Aug. 2 with performances Wednesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m.; Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 4 and 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. $25. 595-7458.
Red, Hot and Cole, a biographical review of the songs of Cole Porter. Presented by Theatre at the Grove, 5177 Nuangola Road, Nuangola. July 24 to Aug. 2 with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. $20. 208-7679.
Inside the Lincoln White House, a historical drama with behind-the-scenes views of life in the President’s house during the momentous events of the Civil War. Presented by the Lindhill Institute at Arts YOUniverse, 47 North Franklin St., Wilkes-Barre. July 25 at 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. 970-2787.
Dance Company Production, classical ballet, modern dance and jazz performances by students of Wyoming Seminary’s Performing Arts Institute summer music program. Buckingham Performing Arts Center, 201 N. Sprague Ave., Kingston. July 26 at 3 p.m. Free. 270-2186.
Kismet, the Broadway musical set in ancient Baghdad. Pocono Playhouse, off Route 390, Mountainhome. Aug. 5 to 16 with performances Wednesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m.; Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 4 and 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. $25. 595-7458.
Gypsy, the hit Broadway musical based on the life of stripper Gypsy Rose Lee, performed by students of Wyoming Seminary’s Performing Arts Institute summer music program. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. Aug. 6-7 at 8 p.m. $16, $8 students. 270-2186.
A Chorus Line, a musical-verite about the achingly poignant ambitions of professional Broadway dancers auditioning for a show. Presented by the Pennsylvania Theater of the Performing Arts at the J.J. Ferrara Center, 212 West Broad St., Hazleton. Aug 7 to 16 with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 7 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. Buffet served 90 minutes before curtain. $15; $28 with dinner. Reservations: 454-5451.
Flood Stories, a play documenting experiences of local residents during the 2006 flood. With the Bloomsburg Bicentennial Choir. Town Park, off Market Street, Bloomsburg. Aug. 14 and 15 at 7:30 p.m. 784-5530 or bte.org.
Camelot, the Broadway musical about King Arthur’s Round Table brought down by treachery and the romance of Lancelot and Guinevere. Pocono Playhouse, off Route 390, Mountainhome. Aug. 19 to 30 with performances Wednesdays and Thursdays at 2 p.m.; Fridays at 8 p.m.; Saturdays at 4 and 8 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. $25. 595-7458.
Nunsense A-Men! The nuns are played by men in this take-off of “Nunsense” in which the Little Sisters of Hoboken stage a hilarious talent show. Pocono Playhouse, off Route 390, Mountainhome. Sept. 2-3 at 2 and 8 p.m.; Sept. 4 at 8 p.m.; Sept. 5 at 4 and 8 p.m.; Sept. 6 at 2 p.m. $25. 595-7458.
Same Time, Next Year, Bernard Slade’s touching comedy about a couple who re-create their affair once a year every year for decades and develop a sincere interest in each other’s families. The Grove Theatre, 5177 Nuangola Road, Nuangola. Sept. 4 to 13 with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. $18. 208-7679.
Avenue Q, the smash Broadway musical about life in New York City as told by a cast of people and puppets through a hilariously irreverent Tony-winning book and score. Presented by the Broadway Theatre League and performed by a national touring company at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 North Washington Ave., Scranton. Oct. 2 at 8 p.m.; Oct. 3 at 2 and 8 p.m.; Oct. 4 at 1 and 6 p.m. 344-1111.
Godspell, the hit Broadway musical about the life of Christ based on the Gospel of Saint Matthew. Theatre at the Grove, 5177 Nuangola Road, Nuangola. Oct. 2 to 11 with performances Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Sundays at 3 p.m. $20. 208-7679.
War of the Worlds and The Lost World, a back-to-back double bill of two masterpieces of science fiction and adventure performed by L.A. Theatre Works., America’s premiere radio theater company. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. Oct. 28 at 7:30 p.m. 826-1100.
The Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker, a return of the renowned company performing the seasonal tradition. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. Nov. 4 at 7:30 p.m. 826-1100.
The Wizard of Oz, one of the greatest family musicals of all time with Dorothy, Toto, the Cowardly Lion, Tin Man and Scarecrow traveling the Yellow Brick Road to Oz.. Performed by a national touring company at the F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m.; Nov. 21 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. $53.50, $42.50, $25. 826-1100.
Cirque Dreams Holidaze, an original new musical extravaganza filled with spectacle, imagination and whimsical dreams celebrating the holiday season. Presented by the Broadway Theatre League and performed by a national touring company at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 North Washington Ave., Scranton. Nov. 27 at 8 p.m.; Nov. 28 at 2 and 8 p.m.; Nov. 29 at 1 and 6 p.m. 344-1111.
Hairspray, the musical comedy phenomenon about Baltimore’s Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and a big passion to dance. Presented by the Broadway Theatre League and performed by a national touring company at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 North Washington Ave., Scranton. Jan. 25 and 26 at 7:30 p.m. 344-1111.
Neil Berg’s 100 Years of Broadway, re-creating the greatest moments from Broadway including selections from “Phantom of the Opera,” “Les Miserables,” “Cats,” “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “Jekyll and Hyde.” F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. Feb. 6 at 8 p.m. $39.50, $29.50, $20. 826-1100.
The Marriage of Figaro, Mozart’s comic opera involving romantic relationships and mistaken identity. Performed by the Mozart Festival Opera with full orchestra and an international cast of singers. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. March 4 at 7:30 p.m. $57.50, $40, $25. 826-1100.
Jesus Christ Superstar, the groundbreaking theatrical masterpiece by Andrew Lloyd Weber and Tim Rice about the final seven days of Christ. Presented by the Broadway Theatre League and performed by a national touring company at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 North Washington Ave., Scranton. March 14 at 3 and 7:30 p.m. 344-1111.
Theatre of Illusion, a high-tech stage show combining drama, comedy, suspense and illusions with dazzling special effects and set design. Performed by “Modern Day Houdinis” Kevin and Cindy Spencer. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. March 19 at 7:30 p.m. $27.50, $25, $15. 826-1100.
Riverdance, the thunderous celebration of Irish music, song and dance in their farewell tour. Presented by the Broadway Theatre League and performed by a national touring company at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 North Washington Ave., Scranton. March 26 at 8 p.m.; March 27 at 2 and 8 p.m.; March 28 at 1 and 6 p.m. 344-1111.
Philadanco, a performance by the Philadelphia Dance Company celebrating 40 years of performances around the world. F.M. Kirby Center, Public Square, Wilkes-Barre. April 30 at 7:30 p.m. $35, $27.50, $15. 826-1100.
Mamma Mia! The smash hit musical based on the hits of Swedish pop-rock group ABBA telling the story of an independent single mother who gathers friends and lovers from her past for her daughter’s wedding. Presented by the Broadway Theatre League and performed by a national touring company at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 North Washington Ave., Scranton. April 23 at 8 p.m.; April 24 at 2 and 8 p.m.; April 25 at 1 and 6 p.m. 344-1111.
Beauty and the Beast, the lush, romantic Broadway musical about the fairy tale romance between young Belle and the Beast who is really a young prince trapped by a spell. Presented by the Broadway Theatre League and performed by a national touring company at the Scranton Cultural Center, 420 North Washington Ave., Scranton. June 1 to 3 at 7 p.m.; June 4 at 8 p.m.; June 5 at 2 and 8 p.m.; June 6 at 1 and 6 p.m. 344-1111.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Theater Bus Trip to the American Music Theater in Lancaster for a performance of “The Summer Doo Wop Cavalcade Show.” Includes a stop at Shady Maple Restaurant for a smorgasbord dinner. Sponsored by the United Methodist Church of Pittston on Aug. 1. Reservations: 603-1915.
