PRODUCTIONS/CALENDAR
Celebrating 65 years of theatre in the Fargo-Moorhead Community
2011-2012 Season is Sponsored by:
The Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre in Conjunction with
Sanford Health’s 61-61 Roger Maris Cancer Center present:
Roger Maris on Stage
September 21 and 24 at 7:30 pm
In the 1961 baseball season, Roger Maris, a blunt, no-nonsense, Hibbing, Minnesota native, played right field for the New York Yankees. He endured personal and professional criticism for trying to break the record previously held by Babe Ruth for the number of home runs hit in a single baseball season. On October 1st, 1961, Roger Maris hit his 61st home run, breaking Babe’s record and securing his place as a baseball legend. This two-man show chronicles Maris’ journey into the record books.
The Audio Description date for this production is September 24th.
The Mousetrap
by Agatha Christie
Six people are stuck inside Monkswell Manner as a snowstorm rages outside. They read in the newspaper of the London murder of Mrs. Maureen Lyon. A strange traveler appears claiming his car was overturned in a snow bank, and a detective arrives on skis to warn that Mrs. Lyon’s murderer may come to the manor. When another murder takes place, it is clear they are already trapped inside with the murderer. This “whodunit” by master mystery writer Agatha Christie has been in continuous production since its opening in 1952, making it the longest running play in modern theater.
October 28 -29 and November 3-5 at 7:30 and October 30 & November 6 at 2:00
Little Women
Story by Louisa Mae Alcott Adaptation by Marisha Chamberlain
Set in New England during the Civil War, Little Women tells the story of the March sisters, Margaret, Jo, Elizabeth, and Amy. While their father is off fighting for the Union Army in the Civil War, the girls are raised by Marmee. As the girls grow up, they experience heartbreak, loss, and love. They learn charity, patience, and true kindness as they follow their dreams.
December 9-10 and 15-17 at 7:30 and December 11 and 18 at 2:00
New Year Musical Revue
Arranged by Scott M Brusven
The third annual New Year Musical Revue features songs from Flower Drum Song, My Fair Lady, Gypsy, Evita, South Pacific, and many more! This family friendly show features performers of all ages celebrating the New Year with song and dance.
January 6 -7 at 7:30 and January 8 at 2:00
Annie Jr.
Music by Charles Strouse Lyrics by Martin Charnin Book by Thomas Meehan
Everyone’s favorite orphan with a heart of gold comes to life on stage in this production specially adapted for young performers. Little Orphan Annie is invited to stay for a week with billionaire Oliver Warbucks. After winning her way into his heart, Warbucks offers to adopt her. Annie wants to find her real parents, so Warbucks begins a nation-wide search, offering a large reward. The scheming orphanage owner Miss Hannigan and her brother Rooster hatch a plan to kidnap Annie and steal the money. With the help of the girls from the orphanage, Annie and Mr. Warbucks learn the true meaning of family. This charming, family classic includes favorites such as “It’s a Hard-Knock Life’ and ‘Tomorrow.”
February 10-11 and 16-18 at 7:30 and February 12 and 19 at 2:00
There will be school matinee performances during the run of this show for area schools.
Clue: the Musical
Book by Peter DePietro Music by Galen Blum, Wayne Barker and Vinnie Martucci Lyrics by Tom Chiodo Based on the Parker Brothers’ Board Game
Someone killed Mr. Boddy, but who, where, and how? With 216 possible outcomes, the audience gets to play along as the familiar characters from the Parker Brothers’ board game sing and dance their way to discovering the killer. Each twist and turn is accompanied by delightfully witty lyrics that will keep you guessing until the very end!
March 7-10 at 7:30 and March 11 at 2:00
