Our season is going to be a hit right out of the gate this year all thanks to a little show called 3 Mo' Divas.
How many of you have heard of the show called 3 Mo' Tenors? It was and still is a blockbuster hit with theatre audiences everywhere. After their success we all knew it wouldn't be long before they would develop a show featuring the talents of three women whose range extends through multiple styles and centuries of music. And thus was born the amazing show 3 Mo' Divas.
This show features three Divas (using the original meaning of "goddess" or a woman who has rare and outstanding talent in opera or other extensive musical arenas) who have been classically trained in the major music styles of the past 400 years. The show itself is reminiscent of a musical concert and will keep you engaged throughout the performance and singing the songs the next day. For more information on the show, check out their website here and see what they're all about. Tickets are on sale right now and are flying out of the box office for this amazing celebration of women and music. Call 1-800-841-4273 or visit www.asf.net for more information on how to order tickets.
Friday, August 8, 2008
3 Mo' Divas on Sale Now!
Monday, July 28, 2008
Les Miserables Announced!
Everything is bustling around the Festival as we gear up for a new season. And oh, what a season it will be. Have you heard that we are doing Les Mis? YES! Les Misérables, “the musical that swept the world.” We are all super excited about everything we have in store for you. Not only are we presenting three musicals but also three World Premiers, including Bear Country, a play based on the life of legendary University of Alabama coach, Paul “Bear” Bryant. And don’t forget our repertory season…Othello, the playful Comedy of Errors and Charles Morey’s adaptation of The Three Musketeers.
I am also ecstatic to report that our beautiful, full-color season brochure is hot-off-the press and on its way to your homes. Graphic Designer Jenna McCollough and PR Manager Meg Lewis have been working hard since February designing, editing, tweaking and proofing. Inside, you will find all the information you need on subscriptions (including our new payment plan!), travel packages and education programs.
Remember that West Side Story is still running and is “the hottest ticket in town!” Make sure to get your tickets now. And while you’re at the box office, you might as well order your subscription as well. ASF continues to bring you the great classics of the stage side by side with exciting new works and Broadway hits. Come be a part of our 2008-2009 season and play with us!
-Kristi W
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Something's Coming to ASF
Good morning...err...afternoon bloggers!
Everyone is buzzing in anticipation of the big summer musical headed our way on July 18th. Jets and Sharks are cruising through the halls and calling for rumbles to decide who's territory the kitchen falls in. Really now, guys, it isn't that big of a deal, especially with Office Krupke watching from the lobby and the girls in the costume department with "I'm so pretty" on loop.
Still not there, bloggers? Imagine on the festival stage the streets of New York, brightly colored costumes contrasting with the gray cement and glass skyscrapers of the urban jungle, and two gangs fighting for control over the same small piece of the city. The Jets are native born New Yorkers, proud that they've scraped up a bit of land to themselves and just as eager to protect it. The Sharks are from Puerto Rico, new to the city but looking for the elusive American Dream promised to everyone strong enough to take what they want from those too weak to protect it. Caught in the middle of this are our two lovers, two souls who with one look find the other half to make them complete. I know, it sounds like the same old story of boy meets girl but this story is filled with more than just a love story.
Need more help? The summer musical this year is West Side Story, and the Alabama Shakespeare Festival is so very excited to bring this musical to our stage, fully produced in house. That means everything is built here, all the rehearsals are held here, all of the actors live here during the run. We'll be updating on all of this and more as we get closer to the opening of the show, so keep checking back for more information on this piece of American Musical Theatre history.
I'll leave you now, bloggers, with a video of the original movie version of West Side Story singing the classic song "America" and I hope to see you at a production soon. Grab your tickets soon, because West Side Story won't be here for long.
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