Avenue Q

Nunsense

Macbeth

Breaking Up is Hard to Do

2016

Other Desert Cities

By Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten

Weekends April 8-17

on The Performing Arts Center Main Stage

We have another Southern Fried Comedy from the creators

of Dearly Departed. Its family reunion time in Sweetgum
for the Verdeen cousins and a chance for all hell to break
loose once again. This fast-paced romp barrels toward an
uproarious climax and youll wish your own family reunions
were this much fun.

Suitable for all audiences.

By William Shakespeare

Weekends April 22 May 8

in the Daniel & Belle Fangmeyer Theatre

One of Shakespeares most romantic and inspiring plays.

This is a magical story of love, jealousy, and redemption,
which builds to a moment of reconciliation and grace that
helped redefine a new concept of forgiveness for a postreformation world.

Suitable for all audiences.

Book by Heather Hach

Music & Lyrics by Laurence OKeefe and Nell Benjamin
Based on the Novel by Amanda Brown
and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Motion Picture

Weekends May 20 June 12

on The Performing Arts Center Main Stage

A big splashy new musical comedy that tells the story of Elle
Woods, a sorority girl who enrolls at Harvard Law School to
win back her ex-boyfriend. She discovers how her knowledge
of the law can help others, and, defying all expectations,
successfully defends exercise queen Brooke Wyndham in a
murder trial.
Suitable for all audiences.

By Christopher Durang

Weekends June 17 July 3

in the Daniel & Belle Fangmeyer Theatre

Masha and Vanya and Sonia are the children of community

theatre actors who loved the plays of Chekov. The children
have grown to embody the characters they are named
for. Masha, now a movie star supporting her siblings, has
returned home with her boy toy, Spike, with plans to sell off
the family home. Drama ensues. A riotously funny new
Tony award-winning comedy!
Recommended for mature audiences.

Lyrics by Tim Rice

Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber

Weekends July 8 - 31

on The Performing Arts Center Main Stage

Webber and Rice rocked the world in 1971 and now it is our
turn. This global phenomenon has wowed audiences for
over 40 years. Jesus Christ Superstar is a timeless work set
against the backdrop of an extraordinary and universallyknown series of events but seen, unusually, through the
eyes of Judas Iscariot.
Suitable for all audiences.

By Arthur Miller

Weekends August 5 21
in the Daniel & Belle Fangmeyer Theatre

Inspired by a true story, this classic drama about a father

who thought he was building a fortune for his son, only to
discover that he had betrayed him, is a powerful examination
of the consequences of self-deception. This was the first
masterpiece from one of the theatres greatest playwrights.

Suitable for all audiences.

By Lewis Black

Weekends
August 26 September 11
on The Performing Arts Center Main Stage

A couple are preparing for the afternoon wedding of their

daughter on their lawn when suddenly the unwanted exboyfriend shows up on the doorstep and sends the house
into chaos and hilarity. This broad and unexpectedly familyfriendly comedy is from Daily Show regular Lewis Black.
Suitable for all audiences.

Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim

Book by James Lapine

Weekends
September 16 - October 16
in the Daniel & Belle Fangmeyer Theatre

One of the most magical musicals ever will transform the

new Fangmeyer Theatre into a forest filled with witches, and
spells, and giants in the sky. Forget the movie, the only way to
experience this story of the Baker, and Cinderella, and Jack,
is to go into the woods yourself and we are planning to take
you there.
Suitable for all audiences.

By Charles Ludlam

Weekends October 21 - 30
on The Performing Arts Center Main Stage

Before The 39 Steps, before Greater Tuna, before The

Complete Works of William Shakespeare Abridged there was
The Mystery of Irma Vep the original quick change satire of
several theatrical, literary and film genres, including Victorian
melodrama, farce, the penny dreadful, Wuthering Heights
and the Alfred Hitchcock film Rebecca (1940). The title is an
anagram for the word, vampire. Perfect for October.
Suitable for all audiences.

2016 Performance Calendar

Main Stage Productions

P The Red Velvet Cake War

P The Winters Tale
M Legally Blonde: The Musical
P Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike
M Jesus Christ Superstar
P All My Sons
P One Slight Hitch
M Into The Woods
P The Mystery of Irma Vep

Performance Times:
Evenings: 7:30 p.m. Matinees: 2:00 p.m.
Please note the new start time for matinees.

Admisson* for Plays:

Adults $24 Seniors $20 Students $11
Admission* for Musicals
Adults $26 Seniors $22 Students $13
Special $16 Tickets available on Thursday evenings for all Adults.
$8 Student Tickets available for Thursdays and Sundays.
*Ticket prices include sales tax.

Cutting Edge Theatre

in The Feichter Studio!
In January we kick off our winter
season in The Rex and Libba Feichter
Studio. Six shows in twelve weeks! All
selected by actors and directors in the
area to present the best cutting edge
theatre you will find anywhere. The Feichter
Studio only seats 65 people and the intimate setting
is a favorite for many area theatre goers. Reservations are
made by simply calling the Box Office anytime and leaving
a message. The lineup of Studio shows is announced in
November. Production dates are subject to change based on
the weather. All shows are announced for one weekend and
are held over if audience demand or weather cancellations
warrant. Tickets are $10 for plays and $15 for musicals and
seating is general admission. Tickets for the entire Studio
Season are also available. Visit www.harttheatre.org for the
complete Feichter Studio schedule.

Located in the new Fangmeyer Theatre, Harmons Den

is open one and half hours prior to all performances
and one hour after. The Bistro offers a complete menu
with wine list, and area beers on tap at affordable prices.
Reservations are recommended as seating is limited.
Enjoy casual dining with the guarantee of making it to
the performance in time, then rub shoulders with the cast
afterward with post-show food and beverage service.

2016 Season Auditions

Sunday, February 21 at 6:30 p.m.
Monday, February 22 at 6:30 p.m.
The Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House
Snow Dates: February 28 & 29

Each year HART holds auditions for all of its productions

at once, giving area actors a chance to win roles early.
Some directors will hold follow-up auditions later, and
chorus auditions are held closer to the time of musical
productions. Visit www.harttheatre.org for full details
on our season auditions.

Special Memberships
The Producers Circle
Per Couple: $1,000
Single: $500

All Producers Circle funds are used for debt retirement, and capital
improvements to the Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House.

Producers Circle Membership Includes:

Admission to all events at the Performing Arts Center.
Annual Producers Circle Champagne Reception.
Free Beverages and Concession items at all HART events,
including complimentary premium wines.
Playbill recognition as a 2016 Season Supporter.

The Directors Guild

Per Couple: $500
Single: $250

The Directors Guild supports HARTs ongoing operations, the HART

Internship program, the Rodwell Gallery, and equipment upgrades
in the Performing Arts Center.

Directors Guild Membership Includes:

Admission to all HART events on the Main Stage.
Admission to all Feichter Studio productions.
Complimentary glass of House Wine at each HART
Main Stage event.
Playbill recognition as a 2016 Season Supporter.

HARThrob Membership

Per Couple: $320* (Up to a $456 Value)

Single: $160* (Up to a $228 Value)
Admission to eight HART Main Stage Productions.
Admission to two Feichter Studio shows.
Complimentary house wine or beverage
(Eight for Couples or Four for Single).
Playbill recognition as a 2016 Season Supporter.

Season Flex Passes Also Available

The Golden Flex Pass

The Silver Flex Pass

$130* Each (Up to a $182 Value)

$102* Each (Up to a $138 Value)

The Senior
Golden Flex Pass

The Senior
Silver Flex Pass

Good for eight admissions to

HARTs Main Stage productions.

$115* Each (Up to a $150 Value)

Good for eight admissions to
HARTs Main Stage productions.

Good for six admissions to

HARTs Main Stage productions.

$92* Each (Up to a $114 Value)

Good for six admissions to
HARTs Main Stage productions.

The Student Flex Pass

$55* Each (Up to a $66 Value)

Good for six admissions to HARTs Main Stage productions.

*Ticket prices include sales tax.

PERFORMING ARTS CENTER SEATING

Tickets available by Phone or Online:

828-456-6322 or www.harttheatre.org
HART accepts personal checks and all major credit cards.
For Non-Flex Pass or Special Members, a credit card
number is required to hold reservations.

OTHER INFORMATION
u  OPENING NIGHTS

Come join the cast in celebrating the official unveiling, with

complimentary food and drink in our lobby following the performance.

u FAMILY FRIENDLINESS ADVISORY

Most HART productions are suitable for junior high school students and
older. Some are recommended for mature audiences. We have tried to
note those in this publication but our Box Office staff will be happy to
provide guidance in selecting the best shows to share with your family.

u  BECOME A VOLUNTEER

All of our Box Office staff, ushers, and concession people are volunteers
and we are always looking for more people to pitch in. To become
involved, e-mail us at harttheater@gmail.com with your contact info. If you
want to get involved in a production, working lights, sound or backstage
crew, come by during auditions and sign up with the stage manager.

u  VISIT US ONLINE

Go to www.harttheatre.org for more information about HART shows and

to sign up for our e-mail newsletter, which will alert you to each new
production and give you more information about events at the Performing
Arts Center at the Shelton House.

The Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House

250 Pigeon Street
Waynesville, NC 28786

www.harttheatre.org

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2016 HART Theatre

Season Flex Pass or Special Membership Order Form

SAVE BY BECOMING A SEASON FLEX PASS HOLDER or SPECIAL MEMBER!

With a Season Flex Pass you get six (Silver Pass) to eight (Golden Pass) admissions to your choice
of shows at a savings off individual tickets prices! OR make a difference with an extra contribution
by purchasing a Special Membership. Your additional support at any level is greatly appreciated!

2016 Special Memberships (Please mark your choice.)

HARThrob Membership (Couple): $320* (Up to a $456 Value)

Good for eight admissions per membership to HARTs Main Stage productions, plus two complimentary
passes to the Feichter Studio, four complimentary glasses of house wine or other beverage at HART
Concessions, and Playbill recognition as a 2016 Season Supporter.

Individual harthrob: $160* (Up to a $228 Value)

The Directors Guild (Couple): $500

Directors Guild members receive two Directors Guild passes to harts Main Stage and The Feichter Studio
Theatre, complimentary glasses of house wine or other beverage at HART Concessions, and Playbill recognition
as a 2016 Season Supporter.

Individual Directors Guild: $250

The Producers Circle (Couple): $1000

Producers Circle members receive two Producers Circle passes good for admission to all events in the
Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House, complimentary choice of all beverages and concession items at
all HART events, an annual Champagne Reception and special Playbill recognition and recognition as a Mega
Star (or higher) contributor to HARTs STAGE II Building Campaign.

Individual Producers Circle: $500

Your Season Flex Pass or Special Membership Order

MAIN STAGE SEASON FLEX PASS
____ Golden Flex Pass (a $182 value) x $130* ea.

= $__________

____ Silver Flex Pass (a $138 value) x $102* ea.

= $__________

____ Senior Golden Flex Pass (a $150 value) x $115* ea. = $__________
____ Senior Silver Flex Pass (a $114 value) x $92* ea.

= $__________

____ Students (a $66 value) x $55* ea.

= $__________

Plus FEICHTER STUDIO SEASON

____ Adults (Up to a $90 value) x $38* ea.

= $__________

____ Students (Up to a $48 value) x $27* ea.

= $__________

OR 2016 SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP

____ Producers Circle (Couple or Individual)

= $__________

____ Directors Guild (Couple or Individual)

= $__________

Without your
additional
contributions,
this theatre
could not
survive.
Help support
HART
and the
Performing
Arts Center
by ordering
a Special
Membership
and your
Season
Flex Pass is
included!

= $__________

____ HARTThrob (Couple or Individual)

Total = $__________
Additional Contribution = $__________
Total Enclosed = $__________

E-Mail:_______________________________________________________________

E-Mail address required to establish your online reservation account.

Method of Payment
Check enclosed (Payable to HART) Charge: MC Visa AmEx Discover
Card#

Exp.

Signature:
Name:
Address:

Name as you would like

it to appear in recognitions:
Mail To: HART P.O. Box 1024 Waynesville, NC 28786
*Ticket prices now include sales tax.

Oklahoma!

Hello, Dolly

To Kill a Mockingbird

Urinetown: The Musical

Elemeno Pea

The Performing Arts Center at the Shelton House

250 Pigeon Street
Waynesville, NC 28786

www.harttheatre.org