Contact: Cathy Johnson or Susan Claassen 1400 N. First Ave, Tucson, AZ. 85719 www.invisibletheatre.com (520) 884-0672

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 18, 2011

THE INVISIBLE THEATRE

Presents

A Charming Comedy

PREMIERE! By Dale Wasserman

Directed by James Blair

Through the generous support of Dr. Bella Eibensteiner

WHERE: The Invisible Theatre 1400 N First Avenue (at Drachman) Tucson, AZ 85719

WHEN: May 3 – 22, 2011

TICKETS: Ticket Price: $18 - $25 Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 7:30 pm - Preview ($18) Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 7:30 pm – Opening ($25) Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 pm ($25) Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm ($25) Sundays at 3:00 pm ($25) Call (520) 882-9721 for reservations and information Discounts available for groups of 10 or more

RUSH TICKETS: One half-hour prior to curtain for any scheduled performance, tickets are available for half price, subject to availability

CAST: Nick Cianciotto, Chadwick Collins, Roberto Guajardo, Victoria McGee, Robert Anthony Peters, Dallas Thomas

RUNNING TIME: 2 hours with one intermission

April 18, 2011, Tucson, ; This hilarious and touching comedy/mystery by Tony Award winning Dale Wasserman tells the tale of a famous comedic playwright who decides to prove to the world that he can write more than fluff. But would it be possible to write a play that would be universally accepted as Shakespeare? A zany series of events leads to the discovery of a “new” play by the Bard. Will the truth be uncovered or will the literary world be fooled forever??

ABOUT THE CAST

ROBERTO GUAJARDO (Dr. Brand) first appeared in IT’S 1977 production of WEEDS and last appeared this season in MOONLIGHT & MAGNOLIAS. He frequently appears locally with Arizona Theatre Company, Borderlands Theatre, Beowulf Alley and Arizona Repertory Theatre. Roberto has also worked in theaters throughout the state, including Arizona Jewish Theatre, Actor’s Theatre of Phoenix and four seasons with the Flagstaff Festival of the Arts. Regional credits include appearances at Seattle Repertory Theatre, San José Repertory Theatre, Missouri Repertory Theatre and The Pasadena Playhouse. He also works extensively in film and television. Roberto received TPAC’s 2008 Lumie Award for Lifetime Achievement for the Arts in Pima County.

ROBERT ANTHONY PETERS (Gil) is a native enjoying the desert climes of Tucson. Although making his IT debut he has been seen in many Tucson theatre productions. In 2001 he completed his BS at the U of A in Marketing and Entrepreneurship, was a Charles G. Koch Summer Fellow in DC and trained at the Lee Strasberg Theatre Institute in NYC. Active in film, his favorites include The Pursuit of Happyness, Revolution Summer, The Village Barbershop, Wasted and recently Life After Dogma . He is president of Laissez Faire Media and a member of SAG and AFTRA.

DALLAS THOMAS (Becky) has performed in two IT productions including DON’T TALK TO THE ACTORS and NATIVES. She is very active in the Tucson theatre scene and some favorite productions include Rogue Theatre’s THE TEMPEST and IMMORTAL LONGINGS, WAIT UNTIL DARK at Beowulf Alley Theatre and PRELUDE TO A KISS at Live Theatre Workshop. Next season, Dallas will appear as Anne in ALL MY SONS at Live Theatre Workshop. Dallas works with Shar Moore Children's productions as a performer and educator.

CHADWICK COLLINS (Peter) is excited to be making his Invisible Theatre debut!! Chad has been an active member of the Tucson arts’ community. Some of his favorite roles include Phylis/Leslie in SYLVIA, "Gavin" in THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, Linus in YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN, Malvolio in TWELFTH NIGHT and many others! In addition to acting, Chad lends a hand backstage and is a sought after costume and make-up artist.

VICTORIA McGEE (Professor Hawkins) was last seen as Miss Poppenghul in MOONLIGHT & MAGNOLIAS. Her other memorable IT performances include mom in LEAVING IOWA and Carla Carla in SWIMMING IN THE SHALLOWS. Victoria has also appeared at Beowulf Alley Theatre in THE ACTOR’S NIGHTMARE, FIFTH PLANET AND OTHER PLAYS and ARCADIA. Victoria is a regular member of Not Burnt Out, Just Unscrewed – Tucson’s comedy improvisation troupe. In addition, Victoria works in film, television, commercials and recently started doing audio books!

NICK CIANCIOTTO (Lefty Guggenheim) is happy to be back on the IT stage, last appearing as Lou Dumbello in KNOCK ‘EM DEAD! Prior to arriving in Tucson, Nick was very active in the NY theater scene. Some favorite productions include THE ODD COUPLE, LOVERS AND OTHER STRANGERS, BEYOND THERAPY and THE THREE PENNY OPERA. His Arizona credits include productions with Live Theater Workshop and with Murder Ink Productions/Arizona Performing Arts interactive murder mysteries. Some favorites include SPY!, THE GHOST OF THE COPPER QUEEN AND THE MAFIOSO MURDERS.

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JAMES BLAIR (Director/Designer) is IT’s appreciated Associate Artistic Director and “Renaissance Man”. Some of his most memorable performances were in THE IMMIGRANT, ACCOMPLICE, KNOCK ‘EM DEAD, LOST IN YONKERS, COOKIN’ WITH GUS, CAMPING WITH HENRY AND TOM and MIRACLES. Some favorite set and light designs were ACCOMPLICE, DEAD CERTAIN, NATIVES and MOONLIGHT & MAGNOLIAS. In addition, James has designed for Desert Voices, The Waterfront Playhouse, The Red Barn Theatre in Key West and The University of Arizona. His favorite directing projects include STEPPING OUT and BUSINESS OF MURDER. James is also technical director for the national and international touring company of A CONVERSATION WITH EDITH HEAD.

ABOUT THE PLAYWRIGHT

DALE WASSERMAN served the theater for over 50 years. In earlier days he roamed America as a hobo, riding freight trains and thereby avoiding any formal education whatsoever. At nineteen, he gravitated into the theater where he cut his teeth on every conceivable job -- stage manager, lighting designer, director and producer among them. At age 33, he walked off the Broadway musical he was directing, abruptly deciding to become a writer. Since then, he has produced a continuous body of work for the theater, film and television. Before his death in 2008 Dale Wasserman was among a handful of Americans to whom the title "Broadway legend" applied - although it seems likely that the famous (and famously grumpy) playwright would have disdained that title. Yet it was true. Wasserman wrote more than a dozen plays and musicals, scored nine , and capped his stellar career with a pair of colossal triumphs: ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST in 1963, and , 1965's Tony winner for Best Musical.

“Best Original Play 2008-2009 ariZoni Theatre Awards of Excellence”

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SCHEDULE AND TICKET INFORMATION

PREMIERE!

Dates and Ticket Prices: Preview: Tuesday, May 3, 2011 – 7:30 pm ($18) Opening: Wednesday, May 4, 2011 – 7:30 pm ($25) Seminar: Wednesday, May 11, 2011 – 7:30 pm ($25) Closing: Sunday, May 22, 2011 – 3:00 pm ($25)

Schedule - Week One: Tuesday, May 3, 2011 at 7:30 pm (Preview) Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at 7:30 pm (Opening) Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 7:30 pm Friday, May 6, 2011 at 8:00 pm Saturday, May 7, 2011 at 8:00 pm Sunday, May 8, 2011 at 3:00 pm

Schedule - Week Two: Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at 7:30 pm (Seminar Night) Thursday, May 12, 2011 at 7:30 pm Friday, May 13, 2011 at 8:00 pm Saturday, May 14, 2011 at 8:00 pm Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 3:00 pm

Schedule - Week Three: Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 7:30 pm Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 7:30 pm Friday, May 20, 2011 at 8:00 pm Saturday, May 21, 2011 at 8:00 pm Sunday, May 22, 2011 at 3:00 pm (Closing)

Box Office: To purchase tickets or for information:  Call (520) 882-9721 to charge by phone  Visit the Invisible Theatre Lobby (1400 N First Avenue at Drachman)  Discounts available for groups of ten or more  Visa, M/C, Discover and AE are accepted

Rush Tickets: One half-hour prior to curtain for any scheduled performance, tickets are available for half price, subject to availability.

Wheelchair Access: The Invisible Theatre is fully accessible to patrons using wheelchairs or with other mobility challenges. Seating areas to accommodate persons using wheelchairs are located in the theatre. If patrons require special seating they should inform the Box Office (882-9721).

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PREMIERE!

PLAYWRIGHT – Dale Wasserman

DIRECTOR – James Blair

PRODUCERS – Susan Claassen and Cathy Johnson

CAST – Nick Cianciotto (Lefty Guggenheim), Chadwick Collins (Peter Brand), Roberto Guajardo (Eli Brand), Victoria McGee (Prof Justinia Hawkins), Robert Anthony Peters (Gil Fryman) and Dallas Thomas (Rebecca Fryman)

TECHNICAL DIRECTOR – James Blair

SET DESIGN – James Blair and Susan Claassen

SOUND DESIGN – Gail Fitzhugh

LIGHT DESIGN – James Blair

COSTUME DESIGN – Maryann Trombino

PROP DESIGN – Hank Krowicki

COMPANY STAGE MANAGER – Hank Krowicki

LIGHT OPERATOR – Hank Krowicki

SOUND OPERATOR – Dave Hassen

PHOTO CREDIT – Tim Fuller

Invisible Theatre 1400 N First Avenue at Drachman Tucson, AZ 85719 Box Office – (520) 882-9721 Administration – (520) 884-0672 Fax – (520) 884-5410 www.invisibletheatre.com

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