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Westchester Broadway Theatre Presents SOUTH PACIFIC

November 25, 2014
Music by Richard Rodgers,
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Book by Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan. 
Directed by Charles Repole 
Choreographed by Michael Lichtefeld
 Musical Direction by Leo Carusone
 September 25th – November 30th and  December 31st – January 25th, 2015

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s award-winning South Pacific is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book Tales of the South Pacific by James A. Michener. The musical is set on an island paradise during World War II and tells two parallel love stories against the dangers of prejudice and war and the importance of valuing diversity. Its portrayal of Americans stationed in an alien culture in wartime is as relevant today as when it first thrilled audiences in 1949. 

The original play won 10 Tony Awards in 1949 and set the stage for a highly successful movie version in 1958 starring Rossano Brazzi, and Mitzi Gaynor. The piece won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1950. The score contains many of the most recognizable songs in Broadway history, including“Some Enchanted Evening,” “Younger Than Springtime,” “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Out-a My Hair,” “I’m In Love With a Wonderful Guy” and “There Is Nothing Like a Dame.”    

Our Cast features Haley Swindal as Nellie Forbush, George Dvorsky as Emile de Becque, Zach Trimmer as Lt. Joseph Cable, Bill Dietrich as Luther Billis, Joanne Javien as Bloody Mary, Alison T. Chi as Liat, Brian Michael Henry as Stewpot, David Cantor as Commander Harbison, Blake Stadnikas Professor and James Van Treuren as Brackett.  
The multi talented ensemble includes, Felipe Bombonato, Ryan Cavanaugh, Stephanie Cowan, Michael Dinneen, Sarah Ellis, Joey Elrose, PaulJordan Jansen, Pedro KaawaloaAshley Lanyon, Maria Logan, and Laura Yen Solito.
 
The production is Directed by WBT favorite, Charles Repolewho has been at the helm for many WBT productions including; My Fair Lady, Sugarand I Love You,You’re Perfect, Now Change! The Choreographer is Michael Lichtefeld. The Musical Director is Leo CarusoneSet Design is bySteven Loftus, Lighting Design is by Andrew Gmoser, Sound Design is by Jonathan Hatton, Costume Design is by Derek Lockwood and Roberto Silva..  The Production Stage Manager is Victor LukasProperties are by Grumpy Props. As with all our productions, Lisa Tiso is the Associate Producer.
 
 Ticket Prices Dinner & Show range between $54.00 and $80.00 PLUS TAX depending on the performances chosen. Beverage Service & Gratuities are not included in the ticket price. Discounts are available for children, students, and senior citizens at selected performances. Also check the website for on-going Special Offers! More news at: www.BroadwayTheatre.com
 
Show Times: Some Wednesday Matinees: Lunch: 11:30 am & Show 1 pm. 
Thursday Matinees: Lunch: 11:30 am & Show 1 pm.    
Thursday, Friday, & Saturday Evenings: Dinner: 6:30 pm & Show: 8 pm.
Sunday Matinees: Lunch: 12 pm & Show: 1:30 pm
Sunday Evenings: Dinner: 5:30 pm & Show: 7 pm.
Reservations:  Call (914)-592-2222. Also at:  www.BroadwayTheatre.com   
Group Reservations:  Discounts for Groups of 20 or More: Call 592-2225.
 
Luxury Boxes:  Call 592-8730, for private parties of 6 to 22. Enjoy dining and theatre in an elegant private box. Additional features include an expanded dinner menu, hot and cold hors d'oeuvres, private powder room, and Luxury Box reserved parking. Additional cost, call for details.    
 
WBT Mainstage:
South Pacific - September 25th to November 30th and December 31st to January 25th, 2015

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Backwards In High Heels – August 20th to September 27th 2015
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