On May 12, Actors Theatre of Indiana celebrated its 15th anniversary virtually on Facebook. As part of the celebration, four fabulous shows were announced that will be performed beginning this fall.
In addition, the Trio, made up of Don Farrell, Judy Fitzgerald and Cynthia Collins, performed songs from each of the upcoming productions. Click here to watch a video of the celebration.
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Shows and their run dates are listed below, along with a brief description of each:
Always … Patsy Cline
Sept. 4-27, 2020
This true tale of friendship is told through the letters of Louise Segar, a devoted fan who befriended Patsy Cline at a Texas honky-tonk. It was the kind of relationship that many fans would love to have with their heroes. Featuring Cline’s unforgettable hits, this funny and touching tribute celebrates the life and career of the legendary singer who died tragically in a plane crash. “I Fall to Pieces,” “Sweet Dreams” and “Walking After Midnight” are just a few of the 27 featured songs. It offers fans who remember Cline a chance to look back, while giving new fans an idea of what she meant to the Country Music Industry and why she was such a Super Star.
Lombardi
Oct. 30 to Nov. 22, 2020
This Tony Nominated Broadway play follows Coach Vince Lombardi of the Green Bay Packers through a week in the 1965 NFL season as he attempts to lead his team to the championship. Although football’s Super Bowl trophy is named for him, few know the real story of Lombardi the man, his inspirations, his passions and ability to drive people to achieve what they never thought possible. Sport produces great human drama and there is no greater sports icon to bring to theatrical life than Hall of Fame Coach Vince Lombardi. “Winning isn’t everything, but the will to win is everything.”
The Big Bang
Jan. 29 to Feb. 21, 2021
In the living room of an elegant Park Avenue apartment in New York City, Jed and Boyd, along with their pal Albert on the piano, stage a backers’ audition for an 83.5 million-dollar, twelve-hour long musical depicting the history of the world from creation to the present. Eighteen sidesplitting numbers portraying Adam and Eve, Attila the Hun, the building of the pyramids, Julius Caesar and Columbus, among others, give potential investors a taste of the impending extravaganza. In the process, the opulent Park Avenue apartment “borrowed” for the occasion is trashed as the two snatch its furnishings to create makeshift costumes while singing and clowning their way through inventive recreations of the past. This is one history lesson you’ll never forget! (RATED PG-13)
Damn Yankees
April 30 to May 23, 2021
Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd, trades his soul to the Devil, also known as Mr. Applegate, for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. As a young baseball sensation, Joe Hardy transforms the hapless Washington Senators into a winning team, only to realize the true worth of the life that he’s left behind. Joe ultimately outsmarts Applegate, returns to his former self and shepherds the Senators to the World Series. This wicked, musical comedy is light, fast-paced and devilishly clever. A home run hit, featuring all-American subject matter and an irreverent sense of humor.
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At this time Actors Theatre of Indiana recognizes that these show dates are based on the anticipation that activities will have returned to normal by that time. As always, the goal of ATI is to keep the community safe.
Donate to ATI
ATI has shared various ways to show continued support by donating, including a way to help continue the celebration of ATI’s 15th anniversary. Patrons may text ‘ANNIVERSARY15’ to 44321. There are several other options, including ATI’s GoFundMe page, online at atistage.org, or by mailing a check directly to ATI at 510 3rd Ave. SW, Carmel, IN 46032.
About Actors Theatre of Indiana
Actors Theatre of Indiana was co-founded in 2005 by Cynthia Collins, Don Farrell and Judy Fitzgerald with a mission to celebrate the power of theater and contribute to the quality of life in Central Indiana by offering high quality professional theater performances and programs that engage, inspire, educate and entertain. One of only four Equity Theater companies in central Indiana, Actors Theatre of Indiana is the resident professional theater company of The Studio Theater at The Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel and has provided 14 seasons of high-powered musical theater productions, world premieres and innovative community works.
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