2018 Season Brochure

at the Hurst Theatre

2018 SUMMER SEASON

RAGTIME | GODSPELL | OUR TOWN

MARY POPPINS, JR.
Season brought to you by

Nancy Wall and Soledad and
and the Sturm Family Chuck Wall Bob Hurst

Dear Friends of Theatre Aspen,
Welcome to our 35th Anniversary Season. Without your
steadfast support for these many years, we never could
have pursued our mission of bringing you world class quality
productions in such an up-close and personal way.

In these rapidly changing and challenging times, live theatre is
more important and relevant than ever.
We need to be challenged.
We need to be stimulated.
And most importantly we need to have fun.
We think our 2018 summer mainstage line up of Ragtime,
Our Town, and Godspell does all of those things. And to top
it all off, we feature a special performance of Mary Poppins Jr.
from our Conservatory Students.

Come and celebrate the excitement of great theatre,
“dramatically closer.” Come and celebrate Aspen.

See you at the tent!
Jed Bernstein
Producing Director

Sean Kehoe/Daniel Benavent, General Managers
Jessie Douglas, Associate General Manager
Laura Kriete-Bain, Management Associate
Tori Rezek, External Relations Officer
Graham Northrup, Director of Education and Outreach
Britney Kuehm, Education Associate
Peggy Burke, Office Manager

We all come from somewhere.
Change and progress crescendo in 1900s New York as
the voices of celebrities, anarchists, immigrants, the rich,
and the poor intertwine in this epic musical. The promise
of a brighter tomorrow unites an upper-class wife,
a determined Jewish immigrant, and a daring Harlem
musician. Winner of four Tony Awards®, including
Best Book and Best Original Score, Ragtime reminds us
that everyone’s voice is vital in defining our American
experience. Recommended for ages 10 and up.

June 23rd through July 16th and
August 6th through August 18th

Book by Terrence McNally
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Based on the novel “RAGTIME” by E.L. Doctorow
Directed and Choreographed by Mark Martino

Major support for Ragtime
is provided by
Darlynn and Tom Fellman

Additional support for Ragtime is provided by
Jeff Grinspoon and Jon Foley
Melinda Goldrich
Kimberly and Brad Schlosser

Post-Performance Talk Backs:
July 2nd and August 7th

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Godspell

Curated especially for our audiences

Rejoice in friendship, loyalty, and love.
A motley crew bands together to teach and practice
lessons from iconic parables. Vaudeville mixed with
pop, folk, and gospel music brings characters like the
Good Samaritan, the Prodigal Son, and Lazarus to life
in a celebration of peace, love, and happiness. This fun,
modern take on classic stories will have audiences of all
ages singing along. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

July 12th through August 4th

Conceived and Originally Directed by John-Michael Tebelak
Music and New Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz

Originally Produced on the New York Stage by
Edgar Lansbury/Stuart Duncan/Joseph Beruh
Directed and Choreographed by Sara Brians

Major support for Godspell
is provided by

Terri and Tony Caine
Post-Performance Talk Back:

July 27th

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Towurn
Embrace every moment.
This iconic Pulitzer Prize-winning play presents life in
Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire, a town much like our
own. The Stage Manager--part tour guide, part omniscient
orchestrator--ushers us through the past, present, and
future while illuminating life’s precious details: a wave from
the milkman, a chat with a neighbor, or a soda with friends.
Children grow. Couples marry. And loved ones pass.
This play reminds us to cherish each moment in life, no
matter how small. Recommended for ages 10 and up.
Starring Kate Burton (Grey’s Anatomy and Scandal)

as the Stage Manager

Limited Engagement:
July 18th through August 4th

Written by Thornton Wilder
Directed by Hunter Foster

Major support for Our Town
is provided by

Jim and Brenda Grusecki
Post-Performance Talk Back:

July 30th

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Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s

Believe in magic. Mary Poppins, that practically-
perfect nanny, arrives to administer a healthy
dose of common sense mixed with more
than a little magic. Parents and children
alike rediscover the endless possibilities of

imagination and play in this musical for young
audiences. Recommended for ages 4 and up.

A special performance by
Theatre Aspen’s Summer Conservatory Students

Limited Engagement:
July 25th through August 5th

General Admission: Adults, $25. Students, $15.
Receive 10% off a single ticket with each
Summer Season Pass you purchase.

A Musical Based on the Stories of
P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film

Original Music and Lyrics by
Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman

Book by Julian Fellowes
New Songs and Additional Music

and Lyrics by George Stiles and
Anthony Drewe

Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh
Adapted by iTheatrics under the Supervision of

Timothy Allen McDonald
Directed by Graham Northrup

Major support for
Mary Poppins, Jr. is provided by
Charlene and Michael Freedland

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Even More from our Summer Company

SUMMER SNEAK PEAK CABARET NIGHT

7:00 pm June 17th 7:00 pm July 22nd
at the Hurst Theatre at a Secret Location

Get the inside scoop! At this free Give the password at the door and
invitation-only event, our Summer
Company samples songs, scenes, and get ready for a night of music and
more from this season’s productions.
See what’s in store for the summer! fun! The performers of Ragtime,

Our Town, and Godspell let loose

and perform their favorite numbers
from their personal repertoires. Support
provided by Donna and Elliott Slade.

Email [email protected] for more on both of these events.

Be Part of the Future of Theatre

DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO SEE THE STARS OF
TOMORROW IN THESE SINGLE PERFORMANCE EVENTS!
BROADWAY DREAMS: THE HITS REIMAGINED

June 30th at 10:30 am at the Hurst Theatre

After a week of intensive training with industry professionals, students from ages
8 to 18 take the stage with their Broadway heroes to showcase their talents in an
unforgettable concert. Adults, $35. Students, $25.
For more information on the Broadway Dreams education program, please contact
[email protected].

APPRENTICE SHOWCASE

August 12th at 7:00 pm at the Hurst Theatre

Theatre Aspen’s 2018 Apprentice Class--college students and aspiring theatre
professionals from across the nation--devise a unique production that spotlights their
hidden talents, displays their growth over the summer, and encapsulates their time in
Aspen. Adults, $25. Students, $15. Major support for Theatre Aspen’s Apprentice
Program is provided by Jessica and John Fullerton, Barbara and Jon Lee, and
Sandy and Kenny Tate.

Theatre Aspen’s education programs offer a full range of theatre training for
students age 5 to adults. Summer programs offer multi-day and multi-week learning
opportunities for students with convenient schedules for parents. The full list of
program offerings and applications are available at TheatreAspen.org/education.
Space is limited. Apply today!

PURCHASE TICKETS NOW AT THEATREASPEN.ORG
OR CALL 970.300.4474

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

11 12 13

JUNE 18 19 20

25 6:00pm 26 27
4
7:00pm Ragtime Reception 11
Ragtime PREVIEW
7:00pm 7:30pm
2 Ragtime OPENING Ragtime

3

7:00pm 7:00pm 6:00pm
Ragtime Ragtime Ragtime
with Talk Back
10
9

7:00pm 7:00pm 7:30pm
Ragtime Ragtime Ragtime

J U LY 16 17 18

7:00pm 7:30pm
Ragtime Our Town PREVIEW

23 24 11:00am 25

7:00pm Mary Poppins Jr.
Our Town OPENING

7:00pm 7:30pm
Our Town Our Town

11:00am 30 31 1
Godspell
11:00am
7:00pm 7:00pm Godspell
Our Town Our Town 7:30pm
with Talk Back Our Town

67 8

AUGUST 7:00pm 7:00pm 11:00am
Ragtime Ragtime Godspell
with Talk Back 7:30pm
Ragtime

13 14 15

11:00am 7:00pm 11:00am
Godspell Ragtime Godspell
7:00pm 7:30pm
Ragtime Ragtime

All performances take place at Theatre Aspen Hurst Theatre,
470 Rio Grande Place Aspen, CO 81611

THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

14 15 16 17

21 22 7:00pm
Free Summer Sneak
Peak Event

23 24

7:30pm
Ragtime Preview

28 29 10:30am 30 1
Broadway Dreams 8
7:30pm
Ragtime 1:00pm
Ragtime
5
7:30pm 7:30pm
Ragtime Ragtime

67

7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm
Ragtime Ragtime Ragtime

12 13 6:30pm 14 15

11:00am 11:00am Godspell Reception
Godspell PREVIEW Godspell PREVIEW
7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm
Ragtime Ragtime Godspell OPENING

19 20 11:00am 21 22
Godspell
7:30pm 6:30pm 7:30pm 7:00 pm
Our Town PREVIEW Our Town Reception Our Town Aspen Cabaret Night

7:30pm
Our Town OPENING

26 11:00am 27 28 29
Godspell
11:00am with Talk Back 11:00am
Mary Poppins Jr. 7:30pm Godspell
7:30pm Our Town 7:30pm
Our Town Our Town

2 3 4 2:00pm 5
Mary Poppins Jr.
11:00am 11:00am 11:00am 6:00pm
Mary Poppins Jr. Mary Poppins Jr. Godspell Mary Poppins Jr.
7:30pm 7:30pm 7:30pm CLOSING
Our Town Our Town Our Town CLOSING

7:30pm 9 10 11 12
Ragtime
11:00am 10:00am 7:00pm
Godspell Godspell Apprentice Showcase
7:30pm 7:30pm
Ragtime Ragtime

16 17 18 19

7:30pm 1:00pm 11:00am
Ragtime Ragtime Godspell CLOSING
7:30pm 7:30pm
Godspell Ragtime CLOSING

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2018 SUMMER
SEASON PASSES

Designed with flexibility in mind, season passes enable you to attend Theatre Aspen’s
productions of Ragtime, Godspell, and Our Town for as little as $33 per person, per
show. Passholders also enjoy free exchange privileges. Tickets must be redeemed by
July 24th, 2018 to guarantee availability. There are many ways to purchase:
• Enroll online at TheatreAspen.org
• Call to reserve at 970.300.4474 (10:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday)
• Mail your order by completing and returning the enclosed envelope

PASSES ON SALE APRIL 16TH
SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED

Preview Pass: $99 Independence Pass: $170

See all the productions for a fraction of Take in all the productions this summer
the cost. Be the first to experience this at a great price! Package your tickets
summer’s shows and save over $36 when and save over $66 when compared to
compared to regularly priced tickets! single tickets.
• Redeemable only for Preview • Not redeemable on Opening Nights
• With each Independence Pass,
performances (see performance
schedule) receive 10% off a single ticket to
• With each Preview Pass, receive 10% Mary Poppins Jr.
off a single ticket to Mary Poppins Jr.
Two-Show Pass: $108
Locals Pass: $150 Local’s
Tight on time? Pick just two of this
A great deal for those with a Roaring Fork summer’s shows and save over $35
Valley zip code. Over $45 in savings: over regularly priced tickets.
treat yourself to a summer of theatre • Not redeemable on Opening Nights
close to home. • With each Two-Show Pass, receive
• Applicable to the following zip codes:
10% off a single ticket for Mary
81611, 81612, 81615, 81656, 81654, Poppins Jr.
81621, 81628, 80639, 81623, 81601
• Not redeemable on Opening Nights
• With each Local’s Pass, receive 10% off
a single ticket to Mary Poppins Jr.

SINGLE TICKETS ON SALE MAY 8TH

PURCHASE TICKETS NOW AT THEATREASPEN.ORG
OR CALL 970.300.4474

Become a

ONE-NIGHT-ONLY
SPONSOR

Give the gift of theatre and celebrate a milestone, anniversary, or
birthday at the Hurst Theatre. Invite your friends to a special night

out and surprise them with the announcement of

“This evening’s performance has been brought
to you by… [your name here!]!”

With a sponsorship of $5,000, you receive…
• Public, on-stage recognition before the show
• Recognition on a printed insert in the Summer Season Playbill
• Your name on the Theatre Aspen website listed under “Angels”
• Complimentary tickets for 8 for your sponsored performance
• 50% off any additional tickets for your sponsored performance
• Post-performance Meet & Greet with cast members
• Intermission hospitality for your group including…

• Pre-order service before the show begins
• Reserved cocktail table in the lobby at intermission
• Beverages and snacks pre-placed for your enjoyment at intermission

Arrange your sponsorship by May 11th,

and your name will be included in the Summer Season Playbill under
“One-Night-Only Sponsors”

Email [email protected] for more information.

Group rates as well as senior citizen and veteran discounts are available. Please call
970.925.9313 for more information.
Theatre Aspen is accessible to all patrons. To reserve wheelchair seating or arrange for an
Assistive Listening System, please call the Box Office at 970.300.4474 prior to attending
the performance of your choice.

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Theatre Aspen Board of Trustees

Kimberly Schlosser, President Soledad Hurst ApOrPnial sS1sa6eltesh!
Clare Evert-Shane, Vice President Barbara Lee
Juliet Shield-Taylor, Secretary Beverle Ostrofsky
Ali Phillips, Treasurer Nina Saslove
Alan Altman Don Short
Lisa Baker Melanie Sturm
Michele Bass Kenny Tate
Terri Caine Honorary Trustees
Barbara Carson Greg Erwin
Franklin Carson Pat Fallin
Tracy Eggleston Maureen Holman
Darlynn Fellman Kent Reed
Ed Foran
Arjun Gupta

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