2008

The Boys Next Door
March 14 - April 5, 2008
A comedy by Tom Griffin
Co-Producer: Key Energy Services
Mabee Theatre II

Touching and funny, this is the story of four mentally challenged men who live together in a communal residence under the supervision of their social worker. A script that shines with humor and understanding, this remarkable play reminds us of our shared humanity. Recommended for those over 12 due to language and adult situations.

Auditions: January 27-28, 2008
 

Artifice
May 16 - June 7, 2008
A comedy by Anne Flanagan
Co-Producer: Key Energy Services
Mabee Theatre II

Each year we honor the memory of Mike McLaren, a long time Midland Community Theatre volunteer who loved comedy. The internationally acclaimed McLaren Memorial Comedy Playwrighting Competition was established in 1989, and since its inception over 1,700 new works have been submitted.
Winner of the 2007 competition, this funny new play is sure to make you laugh. Artifice is filled with hilarious twists and turns as the not-so-famous dead artist suddenly turns up alive and well. Will the ex-wife's scheme to make him famous really work? Recommended for those over 8 due to subject matter.

Auditions: March 30-31, 2008

Seven Brides for Seven Brothers
July 25 - August 2, 2008
Book by Lawrende Kasha and David Landay; Lyrics by Johnny Mercer Music by Gene de Paul; New Songs by Al Kasha and Joel Hirschhorn
Co-Producer: Ortloff Enginceers Ltd.
Davis Theatre One

Go courtin' in 1850s Oregon with this high-spirited musical comedy. Young Millie marries a mountain man named Adam only hours after meeting him. Little does she know he lives in a cabin with is six brothers. Soon after, the brothers decide they'd like to find wives of their own. Millie teaches the boys how to mind their manners and impress the young ladies. This Pickwick musical would be enjoyed by all ages.

You Can't Take It With You
September 5-20, 2008
A comedy by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart
CoProducer: Chevron
Davis Theatre One

Guess who's coming to dinner! With the eccentric Sycamore family, it might be a tipsy actress or a displaced member of the Russian aristocracy. When daughter Alice introduces her upright fiancé to her unconventional relatives, side-splitting chaos ensues. This comic classic of the American stage won both the Pulitzer Prize and an Academy Award, and remains a fun-loving favorite for generations of American audiences. Appropriate for the whole family.

Auditions: July 20-21, 2008

A Nice Family Gathering
September 26 - October 18, 2008
A comedy by Phil Olson
Co-Producer: Key Energy Services
Mabee Theatre II

It's Thanksgiving Day, and the first family gathering at the Lundeen household since Dad dided. At the gathering, Dad comes back as a ghost with a mission: to tell his wife of 35 years that he loved her. The problem is, she can't hear or see him. The trouble begins when Mom invites a date for dinner. This comedy is recommended for those over 8 due to adult situations.

Auditions: August 10-11, 2008

Narnia
November 21 - December 20, 2008
Based on The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis
Book by Jules Tasca; Lyrics by Ted Drachman; Music by Thomas Tierney
Co-Producer: Fasken Oil and Ranch, Ltd.
Davis Theatre I

Four children walk through a seemingly ordinary wardrobe into the magical land of Narnia. A fantastic adventure begins to unfold as Aslan the Great Lion is pitted against the evil White Witch. Battles are fought, heroes are made, and one of the children has committed a crime that demands the death penalty. What will happen? Take off on an adventure you never imagined. This musical would be enjoyed by all ages.

Auditions: October 5-6, 2008

Non-membership Specials

The Full Monty
April 25 - May 3, 2008
Music and Lyrics by David Yazbak; Book by Terrance McNally
CoProducer: TOMCAT
Yucca Theatre

Six unemployed steelworkers, low on both cash and prospects, decide to present a strip act at a local club after seeing their wives' enthusiasm for a touring company of professionals. As they prepare for the show, working through their fears, self-consciousness, and anxieties, they overcome their inner demons and find strength in their camaraderie. This musical comedy is recommended for those over 14 due to subject matter, adult situations and language.

Auditions: March 9-10, 2008

2008 Summer Mummers - Our 60th Anniversary Production
June 13 - August 30, 2008
CoProducer: Reliant Energy
Melodrama – Yucca Theatre

The 60th edition of our summer fundraiser includes our melodrama and movie - come cheer the hero and boo the villain - and the world famous olio. Summer Mummers is not recommended for children.

Auditions: April 27-29, 2008

For more information, visit www.summermummers.com

Dracula
October 31 - November 8, 2008
A mystery by Steven Dietz
A HamHock Production
Yucca Theatre

Midland Community Theatre's volunteer organization - HamHocks - will be presenting a special Halloween production at the Yucca Theatre in the fall.

Auditions: September 14-15, 2008