May 14 Tuesday
By L. Frank Baum, With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company, Based upon the Classical Motion Picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Like so many girls her age, little Dorothy Gale of Kansas dreams of what lies over the rainbow. One day a twister hits her farm and carries her away over the rainbow to another world. Come join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tinman, the Cowardly Lion, and Toto as they travel the universe of Dorothy’s imagination!
There's magic to do when a prince learns the true meaning of glory, love and war in Stephen Schwartz's iconic and unforgettable musical masterpiece. With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young man's journey to be extraordinary. Pippin continues to captivate and appeal to the young at heart throughout the world.
This evening with The Foztones will be dedicated to John Sproat, aka “Sproaty” – their long-time drummer who worked alongside Pete Fluck for over 40 years, who suddenly passed away in January.
The Foztones feature Craig Kastelnik on Hammond B3 organ and vocals, along with his wife Pat on vocals and percussion; Jimmy “Jammer” Meyer on guitar and vocals; Pete Fluck on saxophones, harmonica, and vocals; and the great Billy Wear on drums. Special guest Mook Stanton will join them on vocals.
Their repertoire is a fusion of Blues, Swing, Latin, Ska, Funk, and Jazz, offering a unique blend of original tunes and delightful covers from an array of genres. The Foztones bring a wealth of experience and diversity to their music, having shared the stage with legendary artists like Little Anthony, Bernard Purdie, Bob Dorough, Bobby Vinton, Alex Meixner, the Shirelles, Glenn Schwartz, Dave Goddess Group, and many more.
May 15 Wednesday
We’ll kick off with a return visit from Dr. Micah Sadigh, who did a popular presentation for us in the fall on the topic of “Sleep.” For this program he will focus on “Dreams.”
Twenty-seven artists and collaborators present an exhibit which looks at plastics in our lives and environment. A variety of media will showcase in all four gallery spaces at Nurture Nature Center including an installation about the Delaware River created through a partnership with artist Kate Dodd.
At ToastiQueen, we believe in fostering a vibrant community of women in business who support, inspire, and elevate each other to new heights. Our mission is clear: to provide a welcoming and inclusive space for businesswomen from all professions and industries to connect, engage in timely discussions, and nurture both personal and professional growth. Each month will feature a topic or theme important to us as women in business with inspiring guest speakers and phenomenal Queens! Our guest speakers this month include Yudelkys Rodriguez De Vargas Attorney At Law at Law Office of Yudelkys Rodriguez De Vargas and Jovana Villanueva is the proud owner of JV Construction and Consulting.
Music and Lyrics by Lisa Lambert and Greg MorrisonBook by Bob Martin and Don McKellarDirected by Valerie JoyceMusical Direction by Nancy Moser Collins MilesChoreography by Stephen Casey
The 2006 Tony nominated Best Musical The Drowsy Chaperone is an “exquisitely honed hymn to the forgotten musicals of yesteryear” ( Variety ). The show opens with a morose theatre lover who cheers himself up by playing for the audience a record of his favorite musical, a fictional 1928 show. As the record plays, the stage is transformed into an impressive Broadway set, and a parody of a 1920s musical comedy is performed. The theatre lover, invisible to the musical actors, comments on the story, the acting, and the music during the show. Filled with rollicking dance numbers and exuberant songs, The Drowsy Chaperone will delight audiences with its love of musicals from the past.
Recommended for ages 13+
May 16 Thursday