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Of his performance in Annie Get Your Gun, The Examiner wrote, “Matt Crosby could not be better as Frank Butler. Crosby manages to smooth the corrugated edges of his cardboard character, making Butler more than just Annie's underwritten love interest. It is a pleasure to watch his Butler's smug swagger melt in her sunshine.”Of his performance in Annie Get Your Gun, The Examiner wrote, “Matt Crosby could... more
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Shepperd's biggest coup for Annie Get Your Gun was casting Erica Smith and Matt Crosby in the lead roles of Annie and Frank. It is so refreshing to see these roles played by performers who are actually the correct corresponding ages.Shepperd's biggest coup for Annie Get Your Gun was casting Erica Smith and Matt... more
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Tamera Young is making her Arizona choreography debut with Annie Get Your Gun at Hale Center Theatre. Ms. Young has traveled the country, choreographing for everything from small dance companies to sold out stadium shows and everything in between.Tamera Young is making her Arizona choreography debut with Annie Get Your Gun at Hale... more
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Don't be a stay at home or 3-D junkie! Live theater guarantees no painful headaches from wearing those pesky glasses. It also introduces your children to the magic, wonder and imagination that on theater can provide.Don't be a stay at home or 3-D junkie! Live theater guarantees no painful... more
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Annie Get Your Gun is one of the American musical theater's masterworks. It is one of the few shows where almost every song became a chart topping hit single (yes, that was another time but songwriter Berlin is still sung and extremely popular...you just don't know it's him). This musical is truly perfect for the entire family. It's as “G” as “G” can possibly be! Go! Enjoy!Annie Get Your Gun is one of the American musical theater's masterworks. It is... more
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Now that the summer heat is here, there are still a lot of local theater companies playing some of your favorite shows in the Phoenix area. Let's take a tour around Maricopa County and see what's happening!Now that the summer heat is here, there are still a lot of local theater companies... more
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The Examiner spoke with Tregoney Shepperd recently about her theater background and personal experiences with staging the new production of Annie Get Your Gun at Hale Centre Theatre.The Examiner spoke with Tregoney Shepperd recently about her theater background and... more
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Last night, the Hale Centre Theatre opened a new production of Annie Get Your Gun, directed by Tregoney Sheppard, who recently staged the Hale's superb revival of Guys and Dolls. Happily, I can state that Sheppard has, once more, hit the bullseye.Last night, the Hale Centre Theatre opened a new production of Annie Get Your Gun,... more
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Producer/Artistic Director for the Hale, David Dietlein, told The Examiner, “We're very thrilled about our next show, The Little Mermaid. This is an original work written especially for the Hale.Producer/Artistic Director for the Hale, David Dietlein, told The Examiner,... more
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When asked where Irving Berlin ranked in American music, musical peer Jerome Kern famously said, "Irving Berlin has no place in American music. He is American music." No where is this more evident than in Annie Get Your Gun. Berlin's score is pure Americana.When asked where Irving Berlin ranked in American music, musical peer Jerome Kern... more
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Forget waiting in line to see the summer blockbuster films! For much the same price as a pair of film tickets at your local multiplex and all you can grab at the concession stands, at most outrageous prices, you can afford yourself an evening of live theater.Forget waiting in line to see the summer blockbuster films! For much the same price as... more
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Choreographer Amanda Paige just moved to Arizona, having spent the last fifteen years as a professional dancer in New York. She has performed nationally, working with some of the industry's best. Her extensive background includes National Tours, Broadway and feature films.Choreographer Amanda Paige just moved to Arizona, having spent the last fifteen years... more
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The man behind that big, winning grin is returning director, Mesa Centerstage Pastor, Michael Bryce who staged the previous, phenomenally successful 2007 production.The man behind that big, winning grin is returning director, Mesa Centerstage Pastor,... more
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It has been said that you know a musical is in trouble when the audience exits the theater humming the sets. That was what one critic said of Robin Wagner's magnificent set design for the musical On the Twentieth Century. While this new production of Forever Plaid is certainly not in any serious “trouble,” loyal fans of the Hale Theatre are in for a most happy surprise.It has been said that you know a musical is in trouble when the audience exits the... more
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Forever Plaid is one of those shows that you can see over and over again and never get tired of it. Somehow the music of that era is like ice cream. It is such a treat. You can't have enough of it. That's a tribute to why the show is so popular and done so much all over the world. We are very excited to bring it back.Forever Plaid is one of those shows that you can see over and over again and never... more
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On Thursday, May 27, the Hale Theatre will present the return engagement of one of its most popular shows, the musical Forever Plaid. When first presented in 2007, this internationally acclaimed musical was a sell out, turning away eager audiences nightly. The new production will play from May 27 through July 10.On Thursday, May 27, the Hale Theatre will present the return engagement of one of its... more
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Gilbert's Hale Center Theatre is known for its sparkling mix of family friendly musicals and plays. The coming months will see an exciting array of great shows opening at this much loved performing arts center.Gilbert's Hale Center Theatre is known for its sparkling mix of family friendly... more
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Garson Kanin's classic comedy Born Yesterday is more than a half century old but time has done nothing to wither its topical bite or delightful charm. Last night the Hale Centre Theatre opened its new production of Born Yesterday. There has never been a better time to revisit and marvel at this play's enduring wisdom. Born Yesterday will continue, happily educating its audiences in civics and civility through May 22.Garson Kanin's classic comedy Born Yesterday is more than a half century old but... more
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Washington D.C. comes to Gilbert's Historic District! The Hale Centre Theatre opens its highly anticipated, highly topical production of Garson Kanin's classic political comedy Born Yesterday tonight. Born Yesterday will play from April 8 until May 22.Washington D.C. comes to Gilbert's Historic District! The Hale Centre Theatre... more
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The Hale Centre Theatre opens its new production of Garson Kanin's classic comedy Born Yesterday this Thursday. Considering today's headlines, Kanin's satiric play remains remarkably relevant, concerning itself with the dishonesty and corruption running rampant in Washington. Uh, well, mind you that was in 1945 D.C. Times have changed or have they really? Kanin shows us quite clearly: the more things change, the more they remain the same!The Hale Centre Theatre opens its new production of Garson Kanin's classic comedy... more
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