FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Cindy Moran, Public Relations Director, 414-224-1761 November 14, 2005 THE HEARTWARMING FAMILY EVENT OF THE YEAR! Pabst Theater Milwaukee Repertory Theater welcomes Charles Dickens’ timeless classic A Christmas Carol to the stage at the beautiful, historic Pabst Theater for the 30 th consecutive year! Since its debut in 1976, A CHRISTMAS CAROL has dazzled children and grandparents alike with Scrooge’s magical transformation from penny-pinching miser to generous uncle and respected friend. With over one million attendees over three decades, A CHRISTMAS CAROL has developed into a Milwaukee family tradition during the holiday season and brings warmth and happiness to audiences of all ages. For the second year A CHRISTMAS CAROL features Lee E. Ernst as Ebenezer Scrooge. Tickets for A CHRISTMAS CAROL can be purchased in person at The Rep Ticket Office at 108 East Wells Street or by phone at 414-224-9490. Tickets can also be purchased online 24/7 at milwaukeerep.com. The Rep . . . See it LIVE! Miller Brewing Company is this year’s title sponsor for A CHRISTMAS CAROL, and The Rep is proud to announce Miller Brewing Company’s second decade of support for A CHRISTMAS CAROL. “Miller Brewing has a 150-year tradition of bringing the very best to the Milwaukee community, and our partnership with Milwaukee Repertory Theater is no exception,” explains Kim Marotta, Miller’s Director of Corporate Social Responsibility. “We’re proud to sponsor the 30 th Anniversary production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL as a mutual holiday gift to the people of Milwaukee . As a heritage initiative, events such as A CHRISTMAS CAROL bring neighbors together and enrich our sense of community.” Resident Acting Company member Lee E. Ernst dons the cap of Ebenezer Scrooge once again for The Rep’s production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. With his broad range of theatrical talents, Mr. Ernst brings a layered complexity to the role of Scrooge by taking him through a convincing metamorphosis from an embittered, stingy old man into a loving, grateful person. This is Mr. Ernst’s 13th season as a member of The Rep’s Resident Acting Company. He was most recently seen as Simon in I HAVE BEFORE ME A REMARKABLE DOCUMENT GIVEN TO ME BY A YOUNG LADY FROM RWANDA. Last season at The Rep, he portrayed John Proctor in THE CRUCIBLE, Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Georg Balhasar Schott in BACH AT LEIPZIG and Lord Windermere in LADY WINDERMERE'S FAN. Directing A CHRISTMAS CAROL for her second year is Judy Berdan , who started her journey with The Rep in 1988 as a stage management apprentice for A CHRISTMAS CAROL. From 1993 to 2003, Ms. Berdan served as the Stage Manager for A CHRISTMAS CAROL and had the additional role of Associate Director during the 2002 and 2003 productions. She has been at The Rep for 15 seasons, is the Production Manager, and is a member of the Artistic Staff. “One of the biggest changes to A CHRISTMAS CAROL this year came quite naturally, in that we have a great deal of new blood in the cast. Actors Ronn K. Smith, Misty Cotton, as well as locals Michael Duncan, Tami Workentin, and Jenny Wanasek have joined us this season, which has already added new energy to the piece. Plus, A CHRISTMAS CAROL veteran Torrey Hanson is now playing Bob Crachit, which has created a whole new dynamic for the Crachit family. This year I’ve also re-invented the pivotal “montage” scene, as Christmas Present takes Scrooge on a magical journey through holiday celebrations by people from all walks of life. It is Scrooge’s emotional crescendo, his spirit is lifted up as he experiences a feeling of oneness with his fellow travelers,” said Ms. Berdan. “Having lived with this show for several years, I’m always looking for what will deepen the story of trans-formation in Scrooge. We’ve uncovered and discovered many more elements of his journey toward redemption, and I’m excited to see how it lands on the audience this year.” Joseph Hanreddy has been Milwaukee Rep’s Artistic Director since 1993. Under his leadership he has initiated innovative collaborations with leading international theater companies, recruited some of the world’s most acclaimed directors to create unique, forward thinking productions, premiered several new works and adaptations of literature by leading American dramatists and established one of the country’s finest acting ensembles. Productions Mr. Hanreddy has directed include TWELFTH NIGHT, LOVE’S LABOUR’S LOST, MARY STUART, THE SEAGULL, THE PLAYBOY OF THE WESTERN WORLD, THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, AN IDEAL HUSBAND, ENGAGED, ARCADIA, DANCING AT LUGHNASA, ANNA KARENINA, THE MILL ON THE FLOSS, SILENCE, PARAGON SPRINGS, FORCE OF NATURE and ESCAPE FROM HAPPINESS. He has written and directed stage adaptations of Pirandello’s YES. NO. (MAYBE SO . . .), SIX CHARACTERS IN SEARCH OF AN AUTHOR, George M. Cohan’s THE TAVERN with Ed Morgan , and A CHRISTMAS CAROL. As an actor he has appeared The Rep production OF MICE AND MEN, A SKULL IN CONNEMARA and Edward A lbee ’s THE GOAT OR, WHO IS SYLVIA? Edward Morgan is a freelance director and writer. As The Rep’s Associate Artistic Director from 1997 – 2003, he directed numerous productions, including CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF, THE SHAUGHRAUN, THE WEIR, THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF LEENANE, PICASSO AT THE LAPIN AGILE, NIXON'S NIXON, MOLLY SWEENEY and others. He also wrote a handful of adaptations and reviews which The Rep produced. Mr. Morgan has been a Directing Fellow for The Drama League of New York and his work has been honored with Helen Hayes Awards and nominations for Outstanding Production, Directing and Sound Design. Mr. Morgan ’s acting credits include several Shakespeare festivals, Trinity Repertory Theatre, Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Virginia Stage Company, Riverside Theatre, the Marcus Center and the Shakespeare Theatre in Washington D.C. He is a member of SSD&C and Actors’ Equity, and a graduate of Trinity Repertory Conservatory and Dartmouth College . The Rep’s 2005/2006 Resident Acting Company featured in A CHRISTMAS CAROL includes Lee E. Ernst (Ebenezer Scrooge), Mark Corkins (Reverend Waghorn, Ghost of Jacob Marley, Jacob Marley and Old Joe), and Torrey Hanson (Bob Cratchit and Businessman). Returning to A CHRISTMAS CAROL to complete the cast include Michael Cone (Middle Class Man, Mr. Fezziwig and Ghost of Christmas Present), Michael Herold (Mr. Twyce, Mr. Sidebottom, Milkman, Mr. Topper and Businessman), Gerard Neugent (Young Scrooge, Country Quartet, Lighthouse Man and Mourner), Jonathan Smoots (Mr. Scadger, Ghost of Christmas Past, Barnaby),and Christine Williams (Belle, Lucy, Mourner). Newcomers to The Rep’s production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL include Misty Cotton (Catherine, Country Quartet, Fan and Mrs. Miggott), Michael Duncan (Mr. Grimgrind, Mr. Philpot, and Old Miner), Ronn K. Smith (Fred, Fezziwig Worker and Businessman), Jenny Wanasek ( Mrs. Dilber, Country Quartet, Mrs. Fezziwig and Madeline), and Tami Workentin (Mrs. Cratchit and Fezziwig’s Cook). Members of the Acting Intern Company in A CHRISTMAS CAROL are Jordan Ahnquist ( Dick Wilkins), T. Stacy Hicks (Mudd), George E. Kelley, Luke Leonhardt, Chris Locklear, Eric Nameth, Erin Orr, Venessa Ortega, Michael Perez (Ghost of Christmas Future), Malkia Stampley and Catherine Yates. (To learn more about our Resident Acting Company, Guest Actors or our Artistic Intern Company, please visit milwaukeerep.com). The cast of A CHRISTMAS CAROL has 18 child actors. The children’s cast includes Jeff rey Alberts (Children’s Ensemble), Eva Balistrieri (Martha Crachit), Zachary Brown (Children’s Ensemble), Elsa Bruno (Children’s Ensemble), Thad Bruno (Boy Scrooge), Madeleine Ernst Children’s Ensemble), Allie Filmanowicz (Children’s Ensemble), John Filmanowicz (Percy Smudge), Dixie Gladbach (Mary Crachit), Casey Kitzman (Children’s Ensemble), Erikray Minturn (Peter Crachit), Chip O’Brien (Tiny Tim), Jade-Lianna Peters (Tiny Tim), Veronica Seher (Forgiveness/Want), Zachary Seher The design/production tea m f or A CHRISTMAS CAROL includes Marjorie Bradley Kellogg (Scenic Designer), Martha Hally (Costume Designer), Nancy Schertler (Lighting Designer), Barry G. Funderburg (Sound Designer), Aimee Whitmore (Associate Lighting Director), Kevin McElroy (Wig and Hair Designer), Lara Leigh Dalbey (Makeup Designer), John Tanner (Composer), Brian Cichocki (Assistant Director), Cate Deicher (Dance Choreographer), Ed Burgess (Movement Choreographer), Randal Swiggum (Music Director), Gale Childs Daly (Dialect Coach), Shawn Gulyas (Children’s Director), Joseph Buberger , Jr. (Stage Manager), Briana Fahey and Whitney Frazier (Assistant Stage Managers), Hannah Wichmann (Children’s Stage Manager) and Amanda Weener (Stage Management Associate). Tickets for A CHRISTMAS CAROL range in price from $12.50 to $65.00. A Special Children’s Rate is available for all Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday performances – for each adult ticket purchased, receive two children’s tickets at half-price – valid for children 12 and under. For more info rmation, or to charge tickets , call 414-224-9490. For Group Sales of 20 or more, call 414-224-9490. Purchase tickets online 24/7 at milwaukeerep.com. Children’s Cast Jeff rey Alberts, Ensemble, Brookfield, 14 Special Events for A CHRISTMAS CAROL
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FACT SHEET THEATER: Pabst Theater DESCRIPTION: For 30 years, no show is more anticipated and treasured than The Rep’s annual production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL, running November 25 through December 24, 2005 at the beautiful Pabst Theater . This timeless holiday classic will touch your soul and brighten your holiday season with its message of hope and redemption. Gather your friends and family for a true holiday tradition unlike anything else found in Milwaukee . PERFORMANCES: Thursday 12/1/ 05 7:30 p.m. Thursday 12/8/ 05 7:30 p.m. Interpreted Wednesday 12/14/ 05 7:30 p.m. Tuesday 12/20/ 05 7:30 p.m. TICKET PRICES: TICKETS/INFORMATION: TICKET OFFICE LOCATION: ### Milwaukee Repertory Theater is a nationally recognized theater company that presents a critically-acclaimed selection of compelling dramas, powerful classics, award-winning contemporary works and lively Cabaret shows on three stages from September through May. The Rep also produces an annual production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL. The Rep’s home, the Patty and Jay Baker Theater Complex, accommodates the Quadracci Powerhouse Theater, the Stiemke Theater and the Stackner Cabaret. The Rep is also “home” to a Resident Acting Company of 11 actors who perform with The Rep throughout the season. The Rep is proud to be a member of the United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF), which provides major annual financial support. The Rep is a member of the League of Resident Theatres (LORT), a management association of some of the nation’s largest non-profit professional theaters that collectively bargains with the unions that represent the actors, directors and designers that work at The Rep; a constituent of Theatre Communications Group (TCG), the national organization for the nonprofit professional theater; and a member of Theatre Wisconsin, the statewide association of non-profit professional theaters. This theater operates under an agreement between the League of Resident Theatres and Actors' Equity Association, the union of professional actors and stage managers in the United States. The set, costume and lighting designers are members of United Scenic Artists, a national labor union. This theater is an equal opportunity employer. Except in plays where race itself is an issue, casting is decided based on ability, not race. Milwaukee Repertory Theater |
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