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WHEELOCK FAMILY THEATRE NEWS November 2010

Thank you for attending WFT's acclaimed "Annie"!

Terry Byrne in the Boston Globe...

"When kids can hear both the musical and the emotional rhythms of the show, the production can call itself a success."

Nick Dussault in the Boston Metro...

"The sun has definitely come out at the Wheelock Family Theatre where the world's most famous orphan is delighting crowds of all ages in a superb production of Annie."

Beverly Creasey in the Boston Arts Review...

"Each scene, each character has new meaning for us watching what we thought was so familiar, thanks to Staab's brilliant, audience friendly staging. The children in my party were delighted and the adults were moved."

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Wheelock Family Theatre offers 9 week sessions for children and youth and 5 week sessions for teens.

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DECEMBER SAMPLER

A different theme and teacher every day during this 3 day Drama Festival!

Monday, 12/27 - Wednesday, 12/29

9:00am-3:30pm Tuition: $250

Ages 6-8:

Puppet Playtime/Movin' & Groovin'/A Treasure Trunk

Ages 9-11:

Stagecraft and Properties/Acting a Song/Shakespeare

Ages 12-16:

Urban Dance/Monologues/Comedy

The Animal Rescue League guest stars in Annie at Wheelock Family Theatre!

Wheelock Family Theatre partnered with the Animal Rescue League in Boston to feature a recently adopted pet in every performance during the NYC musical number.

Dog treats supplied by PolkaDog Bakery.

Adopt a pet today!

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December 3 - 19

THE SECRET GARDEN January 27-February 28

ALADDIN AND THE WONDERFUL LAMP

April 15-May 15

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Accessible to All

Each production at WFT has selected dates that are interpreted in American Sign Language for Deaf patrons as well as Audio-described live for patrons who are blind or visually impaired. Braille and Large Format programs are available upon request. All public performances are Open Captioned.

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The sun came out at WFT, thanks for joining us!

Metro - The sun’ll come out at the Wheelock

Dear loyal audience members, and new visitors who we hope to see again, as well as seasoned WFT actors and new stage friends . . .

I could go on. I’m a little sad and blue that ANNIE is closed. It is always a little bit this way with shows, some more than others. Though ANNIE is over for us, you can enjoy the article linked above.

Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, and always,

Yours in Blogging,

Beth Peters

'Helen on 86th St.' fulfills a theatrical dream

 

The Worcester Telegram highlights the Broadway success of a former WFT actress who also took great advantage of Boston’s theatre education offerings! Check it out by clicking below.

'Helen on 86th St.' fulfills a theatrical dream

In other news, “Annie” closes this weekend, which makes me sad and blue. But YOU can still get tickets! We’ve come a long way since 1st rehearsal.

 

Jane Staab, Laurel Conrad and other give notes in rehearsal.

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Yours in blogging,
Beth Peters

“Chronicle” Visits WFT!

Beth interviews a few cast members of Annie!

"Chronicle" visited on Opening Night of "Annie"-

Their interview will be savier than mine- but take a look at mine anyway :)

and watch on "Chronicle" on . . .

TUES 11/16 on WCVB-TV

“CHRONICLE” at 7:30PM.  and . . . you can catch "Annie" thru Nov 21st!

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Yours in blogging,
Beth Peters

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“Universal Signs” is coming to WFT!

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Special Events!?!

The Wheelock Family Theatre holds a variety of special events throughout the year—celebrating key holidays, important milestones and influential people. Check back often as we add new events, including those for our 30th anniversary season.

Upcoming Event!!!

Universal Signs

Sponsored by VSA Massachusetts and Wheelock Family Theatre
Universal Signs is a benefit for National Theatre of the Deaf

Thursday, November 11, 2010 at 7:00 PM

General Admission Tickets: $20

Students/Seniors: $10

Following the screening there will be a discussion with Director Ann Calamia, Producer Catherine Miller, WFT Producer Susan Kosoff, and NTD Artistic Director Aaron Kubey. VSA Massachusetts will be providing desserts and beverages.

A groundbreaking "silent" film, presented in mesmerizing American Sign Language (ASL) with English subtitles, Universal Signs touches the hearts and minds of hearing and Deaf audiences alike. After the death of his fiancée's daughter while in his care, Andrew (Anthony Natale), a Deaf artist, becomes a prisoner of his own mind. Tormented day and night by memories and self-blame, Andrew falls in a downward spiral of depression and anger that alienates everyone around him. It is only through a serendipitous friendship and new love with Mary (Sabrina Lloyd) that Andrew is able to sense the life around him - forgive himself, rediscover his muse, and experience the transformative power of love.

Written and directed by Ann Calamia. Produced by Catherine Miller, Ann Calamia, and Lupe Ontiveros. With Anthony Natale, Sabrina Lloyd, Lupe Ontiveros, Robert Picardo, Ashlyn Sanchez, Troy Kotsur, Deanne Bray, Margot Kidder, Robert Hogan, and Aimee Garcia.

For additional information about the movie please visit "Universal Signs" website.

The movie is rated PG-13.

Buy Tickets!!! I hope to see you there!

Yours in blogging,

Beth Peters

Wheelock Family Theatre rocks Wheelock School in Medfield!

 Photo Credit: Erin Prawoko / Wicked Local, Medfield

It's a 'Hard Knock Life' at the Wheelock School in Medfield - Medfield, MA - Medfield Press

John O’Neil, one of Wheelock’s favorite Teaching Artists, led a week-long workshop at the Wheelock School in Medfield. Check out the full article above!

Interested in planning a workshop for your school or organization? Contact the theatre at:

http://wheelockfamilytheatre.org/classes.aspx

• John Bay, Director of Education
• jbay@wheelock.edu
• 617-879-2252

Yours in blogging,

Beth Peters

Grace Brakeman as Annie!

Grace Brakeman, Photo via Metro Boston

Metro - Grace Brakeman will betcha bottom dollar !

Check out the full article at Metro Boston about Grace’s life (so far!) in the theatre, and her work at ours!

Get your tickets here:

617-879-2300 www.wheelockfamilytheatre.org

Yours in blogging,

Beth Peters