Come to the Thrasher-Horne Center and meet Jenna, a waitress and expert
pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts
desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness
Pie” and “Betrayed By My Eggs Pie.” When
a baking contest in a nearby county — and a satisfying encounter with someone
new — show Jenna a chance at a fresh start, she must find the courage to seize
it. Change is on the menu, as long as
Jenna can write her own perfectly personal recipe for happiness.
“Waitress” tells a story of redemption, recovery, forbidden love and a
reward for doing the right thing in the end. The house was packed on the third night of the
stage show in JAX. Young and mature were
in their seats as they enjoyed the scenery changes, vocals, and an evening of
Broadway in Florida. If you’ve never
seen the movie or the musical, you’re in for an eye-opening experience.
Situations happen to us every day and sometimes we’re left to “look for love in
all the wrong places”, yet, a moment of indiscretion, like that in “Waitress”,
led to a life of joy, and fulfillment in the end, as things are turned around
for the good. People may treat you
rotten, yet if you put your trust in God and believe that He is the master of
this universe, then things may change for the better.
Brought to life by a groundbreaking all-female creative team, this hilarious
hit Broadway musical features original music and lyrics by 7-time Grammy®
nominee Sara Bareilles (‟Brave” & "Love Song"), a book by
acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam), original choreography
by Lorin Latarro (Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Waiting For Godot),
recreated by tour choreographer Abbey O’Brien and original direction by Tony
Award® winner Diane Paulus (Hair, Pippin), recreated by tour director
Susanna Wolk.
“WAITRESS is a little slice of heaven!” says Entertainment Weekly, and
is “sweet, sassy and passionate,” according to New York Magazine. "It's an empowering musical of the
highest order!" raves the Chicago Tribune. Don't miss this uplifting and hilarious
musical celebrating friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie.
“Waitress”
DATE: Mon. February 10, 2020
TIME: 7:30 p.m.
TICKETS: Prices range from $49-$109 with all fees included. They may
be purchased in person, online at THcenter,
or by calling (904) 276-6815 between 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday – Friday. The Thrasher-Horne Center is a performing
arts venue and conference center owned and operated by St. Johns River State
College.
LOCATION: The
Thasher-Horne Ctr.
St. Johns River State College
283 College Drive
Orange Park, FL 32065
“Waitress” tells a story of redemption, recovery,
forbidden love and a reward for doing the right thing in the end. The house was packed on the third night of
the stage show in JAX. Young and mature
were in their seats as they enjoyed the scenery changes, vocals, and an evening
of Broadway in Florida. If you’ve never
seen the movie or the musical, you’re in for an eye-opening experience.
Situations happen to us every day and sometimes we’re left to “look for love in
all the wrong places”, yet, a moment of indiscretion, like that in “Waitress”, led
to a life of joy, and fulfillment in the end, as things are turned around for
the good. People may treat you rotten,
yet if you put your trust in God and believe that He is the master of this
universe, then things may change for the better.
The actors who stood out to this writer were Ogie (Jeremy Morse) and Dawn (Ephie
Aardema) who played a couple that would remind you of a Saturday Night Live
cast. Also, the other two waitresses: Jenna
(Christine Dwyer) and Becky (Maiesha McQueen) harmonized beautifully
in each musical rendition that they performed.
Joe (Richard Kline) appeared
to be a little cantankerous and demanding at first, but in the end, he came
through for Jenna and her daughter. Earl (Matt DeAngelis) is a great antagonist and someone you will like to dislike. The
entire cast is to be commended for a job well done.
There was a wonderful live band of 6 team members who quite cleverly blended
into the background of ‘Joe’s Diner’. Accolades
go out to Robert Cookman - director
and keyboardist; Lilli Wosk - conductor
and pianist; Tom Jorgenson on drums; Lexi Bodick on bass; Nick Anton - Cello/Guitar; Ed Hamilton on Guitar and under the
coordination of John Miller. It’s always a pleasure to experience live
music during a musical, and the melodious genius of “Waitress” did not disappoint.
“Waitress” will be in Jax for one more day and you can check HERE to see when
this production will be in an area near you.
About the show: Inspired by Adrienne
Shelley’s beloved film that came out in 2007, the musical tells the story of
Jenna – a waitress and expert pie maker, Jenna dreams of a way out of her small
town and loveless marriage. A baking
contest in a nearby county and the town’s new doctor may offer her a chance at
a fresh start, while her fellow waitresses offer their own recipes for
happiness. But Jenna must summon the
strength and courage to rebuild her own life.
“WAITRESS”
DATES: TIMES:
Sat. Mar. 16 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Sun. Mar. 17 1:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Times Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300 West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
TICKETS: (Vary) and start at
$42. They may be purchased at the box
office from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, by calling (904) 632-5000,
or online 24/7. Discounts for groups of 10+ may be available
by calling (904) 632-5050. Performance
schedule, prices and cast are subject to change without notice.
The Tony nominated musical “WAITRESS”, which
opens at the Times-Union Center on March 12, 2019, has cast two young area
actresses to take on the role of “Lulu” during the Jacksonville 7 show engagement. The JAX performances will showcase 2 young
local artists.
Whitney Shillingford, 4, of Jacksonville, and Bailey Dorman, 5, of Orange Park
will alternate the role of “Lulu,” the daughter of the production’s main
character, Jenna. WAITRESS tells
the story of “Jenna,” an expert pie baker working at a local diner and stuck in
a loveless marriage. Her salvation comes
in the form of her daughter, “Lulu.”
Both girls were chosen via an audition process held at the Times-Union Center on January
31, 2019. More than 40 girls
participated in the auditions, which were presided over by members of the WAITRESS
company. The character of “Lulu” is
cast locally in each tour market and two girls are chosen to share the role. Each five-year-old girl chosen will perform in
four performances each during the engagement.
For Bailey, a student at Andromeda Preschool, this is her first audition and
acting experience. "It was fun. I liked
playing with Whitney," she said happily. “This
has been a completely new experience for our family,” remarked Chris
Dorman, Bailey’s father. “We're so excited for Bailey. She will always be able to look back on this
whole process and feel proud." While
Whitney has never acted before, she participates in a children’s drama program
called “Shining Star,” plays soccer and tennis, and takes ballet and
gymnastics. She is a student at
Southside United Methodist preschool and loves going to the park and the beach.
“Being able to audition for Lulu was such
an amazing opportunity for Whitney,” her mom Cindy told us. “We
really saw her confidence and independence shine in the process. We are so proud that she had the courage and
interest in being part of a Broadway show, and we are so honored she was
chosen! We can’t wait to see her share
the stage with such talented stars - we know this is an experience that she
will cherish forever.”
Brought to life by a groundbreaking all-female creative team, WAITRESS is
an irresistible new hit featuring original music and lyrics by six-time Grammy
nominee Sara Bareilles (“Brave,” “Love
Song”), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (“I Am Sam”) and
direction by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus (Finding Neverland, Pippin, Hair).
Inspired by Adrienne Shelley’s beloved film, the musical tells the story of
Jenna – a waitress and expert pie maker, Jenna dreams of a way out of her small
town and loveless marriage. A baking
contest in a nearby county and the town’s new doctor may offer her a chance at
a fresh start, while her fellow waitresses offer their own recipes for happiness.
But Jenna must summon the strength and
courage to rebuild her own life.
“It’s an empowering musical of the
highest order!” raves the Chicago Tribune. “WAITRESS is a little slice of heaven!” says Entertainment
Weekly and “a monumental contribution to
Broadway!” according to Marie Claire. Don’t miss this uplifting musical celebrating
friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie.
“WAITRESS”
DATES: TIMES:
Tues. Mar. 12, 2019 7:30 p.m.
Wed. Mar. 13 7:30 p.m.
Thurs. Mar. 14 7:30 p.m.
Fri. Mar 15 8 p.m.
Sat. Mar. 16 2 p.m. & 8 p.m.
Sun. Mar. 17 1:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Times Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300 West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
TICKETS: (Vary) and start at $42. They may be purchased at the box office from
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, by calling (904) 632-5000, or online 24/7. Discounts
for groups of 10+ may be available by calling (904) 632-5050. Performance schedule, prices and cast are
subject to change without notice.
“WAITRESS”, the Tony nominated
musical will be premiering at the Times-Union Center on March 12-17, 2019 for a
limited engagement and is looking for two young girls to perform the role of
“Lulu” for the duration of the engagement.
Sign up HERE before January
31, 2019 (Slots may be full, but check
back often to see is there are any NEW openings).
WAITRESS tells the story of
“Jenna,” an expert pie baker working at a local diner and stuck in a loveless
marriage. Her salvation comes in the
form of her daughter, “Lulu.” The
character of “Lulu” is a sweet and carefree 4 to 5-year-old who appears in the
production’s finale scene. Qualified
young girls should be shorter than 4’2 and be no older than 5 years and 3
months. Individual applicants are
welcome, as are sets of twins or siblings. Space is limited to the first 60 applicants to
sign up.
The “Search for Lulu” will take place in Jacksonville on Thursday, January 31,
2019 at the Times-Union Center and will last approximately two hours. The audition will consist of the child reading
two lines from the show. If possible,
parents should bring a current head shot and resume for each child. Headshot,
resume and prior acting experience is not required. To sign up for an audition spot, use this LINK Don’t give
up!.
The character of “Lulu” will be cast locally in each tour market and two girls
are chosen to share the role. Each girl
chosen will perform in four performances each during the one-week engagement,
but must be available the entire week of the show.
Brought to life by a groundbreaking all-female creative team, this irresistible
new hit features original music and lyrics by six-time Grammy nominee Sara
Bareilles (“Brave,” “Love Song”), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie
Nelson (“I Am Sam”) and direction by Tony Award winner Diane Paulus (Finding
Neverland, Pippin, Hair).
Inspired by Adrienne Shelley’s beloved film, WAITRESS tells the story of
Jenna – a waitress and expert pie maker, Jenna dreams of a way out of her small
town and loveless marriage. A baking contest in a nearby county and the
town’s new doctor may offer her a chance at a fresh start, while her fellow
waitresses offer their own recipes for happiness. But Jenna must summon the strength and courage
to rebuild her own life.
Tickets for WAITRESS begin at $42 and are on sale now. Tickets
can be purchased at our box office from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through
Friday, by calling (904) 632-5000, or online 24/7. Discounts for groups of 10+ may be available
by calling (904) 632-5050. Performance
schedule, prices and cast are subject to change without notice. For more information, please visit FSCJ Artist Series.
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| Curtis Dvorak / Ms. "V" |
Where were you on Wednesday evening at 5 p.m.? If you missed this Artist Series event, you
missed a perfect evening for families and theater lovers. The Broadway in Jacksonville Season Kickoff Event,
sponsored by Vystar Credit Union, featured: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The
King & I (November 13-18), Les Miserables (January 22-27), Waitress
(March 12-17) and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School Of Rock (April
16-20). By subscribing to the 2018-19
Season, subscribers also had the opportunity to renew their seats for the
2019-20 season next year, featuring Hamilton.
First Coast
Living star, Curtis Dvorak, was the master of ceremony for the afternoon
and you can catch a glimpse of the festivities along with Ms. “V” HERE. The Chris Thomas Band offered great entertainment throughout the
evening. In addition, attendees were able
to get a television video sneak peek at the upcoming season, a gift photo from PRI
Green Screen, gift bags for the first 100 patrons, raffles, packet ticket
pickup, wine tasting, seat selection in the Moran Theatre, and a special vocal performance
from Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The King & I. Outside the beautiful theater were delicious
goodies from: Latin Fusion, Nitrogen Creamery and Twisted Okie BBQ.
New subscribers can order a subscription at fscjartistseries.org,
by calling (904) 632-5000 or toll-free at 1-888-860-BWAY (Monday through Friday,
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Besides the Broadway
hits that are mentioned above, there are many more great shows coming to the
Times Union Center for the Performing Arts.
Now is the time to think about theatre tickets for Christmas Stocking
Stuffers.
LOCATION: Times
Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300 West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Join the Times Union Center for the Performing
Arts, in downtown Jacksonville, Florida as they kick off their 53rd season of
presenting Broadway in Jacksonville with their 2018 - 2019 Season Kickoff event!
The FSCJ Artist Series Kick Off event will be a perfect evening for families
and theater lovers in Jacksonville. Local
food trucks Josie’s Latin Fusion, Twisted Okie’s BBQ and Nitrogen
Creamery will be onsite serving up delicious eats and treats.
Prizes, a complimentary wine tasting, a
cash bar, photo opportunities and live music from The Chris Thomas Band
will round out the evening. In addition,
attendees will get an extra special sneak peek at the upcoming season with a
special performance from Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The King & I.
The theater will also be open to the public to allow attendees to test drive
seats available for subscription for the upcoming season. The FSCJ Artist Series will have staff on hand
to answer any questions about subscribing or the shows in the season. Attendees will also be able to purchase any
available seat for subscription during the event.
Current Broadway season subscribers will be able to pick up their season
tickets, exchange their tickets, buy single tickets for family and friends, and
“test drive” their seats during the event. Complimentary parking is provided. Come join the Times Union Center for Performing Arts for this
family-friendly, annual event!
DATE: Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018
TIME: 5 - 7:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Times
Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300 West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Great shows are coming to the Times Union Center, in JAX Florida, for your
family’s entertainment. Get your tickets
for the shows listed below and choose your seats at this upcoming event! The FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by Vystar
Credit Union, will kick off the 2018-19 Broadway in Jacksonville season with
its 20th Annual Open House at the Times-Union Center at 300 Water Street,
Jacksonville, FL 32202. Doors will open
to the public at 5 p.m. on Wednesday,
September 12, 2018.
The Artist Series Kick Off event
will be a perfect evening for families and theater lovers in Jacksonville. Local food trucks will be onsite serving up
delicious eats and treats. Door
prizes, a complimentary wine tasting, a cash bar, and live music from The Chris Thomas Band will
round out the evening. In addition,
attendees will get an extra special sneak peek at the upcoming season with a
special performance from Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The King & I.
The theater will also be open to the public to allow attendees to test drive
seats available for subscription for the upcoming season. The FSCJ Artist Series will have staff on hand
to answer any questions about subscribing or the shows in the season. Attendees will also be able to purchase any
available seat for subscription during the event.
Current Broadway season subscribers will be able to pick up their season
tickets, exchange their tickets, buy single tickets for family and friends, and
“test drive” their seats during the event.
Complimentary parking for the first 100 attendees of the Broadway Season Kick
Off will be provided by LAZ at the Enterprise Parking Garage. Attendees can
park in the garage and stop by the FSCJ Artist Series Box Office to receive a
parking ticket before leaving the Times-Union Center.
The FSCJ Artist Series’ 2018-19 Broadway in Jacksonville Season, sponsored by
Vystar Credit Union, features Rodgers & Hammerstein’s THE KING & I (November
13-18), LES MISERABLES (January 22-27), WAITRESS (March 12-17)
and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s SCHOOL OF ROCK (April 16-20).
4-Show season subscriptions are on sale now starting at just $159.
Subscription prices vary depending on the show time, day of the week, and
seating location. By subscribing to the 2018-19 Season, subscribers will
have the opportunity to renew their seats for the 2019-20 season next year,
featuring HAMILTON. New subscribers can order a subscription at fscjartistseries.org,
by calling (904) 632-5000 or toll-free at 1-888-860-BWAY (Monday through
Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
Season subscriber benefits include: savings off day-of-show pricing on
individual tickets, premium seat locations, priority access to tickets for
friends and family before the general public, discounted exchanges, access to
other FSCJ Artist Series events, and lost ticket replacement. VIP
Seating is available to contributors to the FSCJ Artist Series at five
levels: Angel, Producer, Benefactor, Patron, and Donor. Call (904) 632-5000 to
learn more about the VIP Theater Club.
Performances for Broadway shows in the subscription package are Tuesdays
through Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 p.m.,
Saturday afternoons at 2 p.m., and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Please note, there is no Sunday evening performance for WAITRESS, and
there are no Sunday performances for SCHOOL OF ROCK. All times are
subject to change. An American Sign Language interpreted performance for
the deaf is available for the Sunday evening performance of each presentation.
Tickets to individual shows in the FSCJ Artist Series’ 2018-19 Broadway in
Jacksonville season, sponsored by Vystar Credit Union, will go on sale this
fall and winter, but season subscribers have access to tickets for any show in
the series now before they go on sale to the public. Attendees will also
be able to purchase tickets to other FSCJ Artist Series events, including
Broadway Specials, Concert and Variety, Dance, Opera, and Family shows at the
Kick Off event.
LOCATION: Times
Union Center Performing Arts
Moran Theater
300 West Water St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
The FSCJ Artist Series, sponsored by Vystar Credit Union, is proud to announce
the 2018-19 Broadway in Jacksonville season, filled with award-winning
blockbusters and family favorites. Next season’s lineup will feature Broadway
in Jacksonville’s debuts of Waitress and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s
new high-octane hit The School of Rock, along with Les
Misérables and Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The King and I.
All performances will be at the Times-Union Center.
Dr. Milt Russos, executive director of the FSCJ Artist Series/Broadway in
Jacksonville states, “We are thrilled to
announce HAMILTON, currently the hottest ticket in America, is now
confirmed for the 2019-20 Broadway in Jacksonville Season! Subscribers for the
upcoming 2018-19 season will have first access to Hamilton with their
Season ticket renewal next year. You
will not want to miss it!”
Four-Show Broadway Subscription:
“Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The King And I” November 13-18, 2018
“Les Misérables” January 22-27, 2019
“Waitress” March 12-17, 2019
“School Of Rock” April 16-20, 2019
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The King and I - Two worlds collide in
this “breathtaking and exquisite” (The New York Times) musical, based on the
2015 Tony Award®-winning Lincoln Center Theater production. One of Rodgers
& Hammerstein’s finest works, The
King And I, boasts a score that features such beloved classics as “Getting To Know You,” “I Whistle a Happy
Tune,” “Hello Young Lovers,” “Shall We Dance” and “Something Wonderful.”
Les Misérables - Cameron Mackintosh presents the new production
of Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical
phenomenon, Les Misérables, direct from its acclaimed Broadway return. This
epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in
theatrical history. With its glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined
scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo, this breathtaking new
production has left both audiences and critics awestruck. “Les Miz is born
again!”
Waitress Inspired by the beloved film, “Waitress” tells the story
of Jenna, an expert pie maker who dreams of a way out of her small town. A
baking contest and the town’s new doctor may offer her a fresh start, but Jenna
must summon the strength to rebuild her own life. Don’t miss this uplifting
celebration of friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie.
School of Rock is based on the hit film, this hilarious new musical
follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star turned substitute teacher who
transforms a class of straight-A students into grade-A rockers. It features 14
new songs from ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER, all the original songs from the movie and
musical theater’s first-ever live kids rock band!
There will be many other shows appearing during both years that will be posted
later through this Blog. Season tickets
to the FSCJ Artist Series’ 2018-19 Broadway in Jacksonville Season, sponsored
by Vystar Credit Union, are on sale now, with four-show package prices starting
at just $159. Season ticket prices vary depending on the show time, day of the
week and seating location. A renewal brochure and invoice has been mailed
to current FSCJ Artist Series subscribers and should arrive within the week.
Current subscribers can renew
online with no seat changes, or by calling (904) 632-5000 or (888)
860-BWAY, Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Current subscribers may also
mail their invoices to the FSCJ Artist Series Box Office, 501 W. State Street,
#109, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Upon renewing, current subscribers have the
opportunity to request changes to their seating location. In addition, current
subscribers who renew before May 8, 2018 will be rewarded for their loyalty and
continued support with an additional savings of $10 off per season ticket
subscription they renew.
New subscribers can order their season tickets to reserve their seats
for all four shows long before single tickets are available to the public. New
subscriptions may be ordered
online, or over the phone by calling (904) 632-5000 or (888) 860-BWAY,
Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Subscriber benefits include:
guaranteed package pricing, access to the best seats in the house, priority
access to purchase additional tickets for friends and family, seat locations,
exchange privileges, free lost ticket replacement, access to other FSCJ Artist
Series events- many at a discount.
VIP Seating is available to contributors to the FSCJ Artist Series at
five levels: Angel, Producer, Benefactor, Patron and Donor. Donor
contributions start for as little as $150. Call (904) 632-5000 or visit fscjartistseries.org
to learn more about the additional benefits available through the VIP Theater
Club.
Groups of 10 or more are eligible to a discount on tickets to most shows.
To receive the best pricing, reserve your group tickets before June 8, 2018.
Groups may begin placing reservation requests at this time by calling (904)
632-5050 or email.
Performances for the FSCJ Artist Series’ 2018-19 Broadway in Jacksonville
Season for Rodgers & Hammerstein’s The King And I and Les
Misérables are Tuesdays through Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday
evenings at 8 p.m., Saturday afternoons at 2 p.m. and Sundays at 1:30 p.m. and
7 p.m. Waitress The Musical will not have a performance on Sunday
evening, and School Of Rock will not be performed on Easter Sunday for
both the matinee and evening performances. Subscribers may choose
alternate performances at the package price with no additional cost.
