Letter from the Executive Director

This has been a bustling summer for The Lyric Theatre with our AWESOME! Summer Camp serving 154 children, free movies bringing thousands of patrons to downtown Stuart and the completion of the decorative ornamentation throughout the Atlantic City Boys with A Holiday Twist Theatre. If you have not visited Dec. 14th 2016 I 7:00pm The Lyric recently to see these elegant finishing touches, be sure to catch one of the upcoming fall shows including legend , and returning favorites Atlantic City Boys and A Peter White Features Christmas. The 2016-2017 Season has a show for everyone’s taste 3 Letter from the Executive Director from comedy to a cappella, soul and doo wop, blues and jazz, country 4 Board of Directors & Staff and bluegrass, mystical arts, sopranos and tenors and much more. Stay tuned…more shows are soon to be announced. 6 Mayall Your Wishes Come True at The Lyric! We are pleased to announce The Lyric League’s Youth Arts Celebration on October 22, 2016; a variety showcase featuring talented 10 Historical Timeline

1st through 12th grade student performers of all kinds that will provide 16 Discovery Series for Young Audiences a professional stage experience. This inaugural event is spearheaded 17 Arts & Education by The Lyric League to raise funds to expand The Lyric Theatre Arts & 20 2016-17 Season Lineup Education Programs for students and to help The Lyric Theatre with its mission of providing a home for the performing arts that entertains, 22 2016-17 Director’s Circle & Contributors educates and stimulates the growth of artistic integrity and experience 25 Volunteer Bartenders & Ushers for everyone. As a community performing arts organization, The Lyric is built 26 Theatre Box Office & General Information on strong relationships, and our success depends on our ability to 26 Seating Chart bring people and organizations together in support of arts, culture 30 What Role Will You Play and education. As funding for the arts continues to dwindle, The Lyric is more committed than ever to give all area students and families 33 Become A Member the opportunity to share in this cultural resource. Our mission to 35 Youth Arts Celebration

empower, educate and inspire the leaders of tomorrow help us ensure our continued commitment to Treasure Coast families by fostering a love of The Lyric in our future patrons. On the On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff and volunteers, I thank cover: you for your support. We look forward to seeing you at The Lyric this This season, The Lyric proudly welcomes season! John Mayall, who for over 50 years has served as a pioneer of blues music, on October 14th, 2016 at 7:00pm.

Kia Fontaine

The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization The Lyric Theatre Box Office (772) 286-7827 www.LyricTheatre.com 3 Season Board of Directors President Directors Patty Downing Frank M. Byers, Jr. Hope Jochem Sponsors Vice President Stacey Levy Stephen Fry William Ed Lippisch Priscilla Baldwin Steve McGovern The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. would like Joan McGowan to thank these sponsors who have Treasurer Bonnie Barker Pappas generously helped to underwrite the Todd Laycock Paul Shirley May Smyth costs of our 2016-2017 Season. Secretary Olene Stuart Rachel Scott Linda Weiksnar Nancy Wong

President Emerita Ethel Christin

Advisory Board Daisy Carter Natalie MacDonald Elaine Cook Pat Pendergast Howard Cook Patricia Simmons Marianne Hartnett Gloria Wolfe Elisabeth Lahti

Executive Director Artistic Director Kia Fontaine John Loesser

Lyric Theatre Staff

Controller Art Director Monica Soricelli Michael Renfro Director of Development Manager of Bar Services Linda Prange Mitch Meislohn Membership Director Box Office Services & Volunteer Coordinator Sheila DeRigo, Heather Long Wendy Lucas, Diane Meislohn and Production Michael Soricelli & Stage Manager Savannah Richmond House Managers Jean Aukerman, Education Director Ron Colangelo, Karin Leone Lauran Griffith, Linda Lambrecht Facilities Director and Tom Wiegerink Phyl Weaver Box Office Manager Copywriter & Creative Meagan Ebright Services Gracie Loesser Assistant Box Office Manager House Physician Susan Nauss Richard D. Loew, D.O. Accounting Assistant Legal Advisor Kellie Jocoy Terence P. McCarthy

4 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at772-286-7827 or visit www.LyricTheatre.com. All shows and times are subject to change. The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization www.LyricTheatre.com 5 In the 1970s, John Mayall moved to (October 14, 2016 DeadPhish Orchestra John Mayall California where he continued working (October 7, 2016 8:00pm) Starting off the 7:00pm) Up next, The “Godfather of British with some of the greatest contemporary season this year at The Lyric Theatre is Blues” himself will grace The Lyric stage recording artists. A decade later, moved by a group that jams like no other. Unlike with a night of soul quenching sound. A nostalgia and fan support, Mayall decided to any band you’ve seen before, DeadPhish pioneer of blues music for over 50 years, reform the original Bluesbreakers, joining Orchestra masterfully merge the music of John Mayall and his original band, the with John McVie, , and a new the Grateful Dead and Phish into one unique Bluesbreakers, featured some of the greatest drummer, , for a few tours and concert experience. Through carefully crafted musicians of all time, including , a video concert called Blues Alive. After segues, DeadPhish Orchestra take on the Mick Taylor, and to name receiving overwhelmingly positive feedback, folksy, bluesy sounds of the Grateful Dead a few. With hits such as “All Your Love,” John decided to permanently bring the and the aggressive funkiness of Phish and “Hideaway,” and “Crocodile Walk,” John Bluesbreakers back, and after a long search create a sound all their own. This season at Mayall has earned his place as one of the process, launched the new Bluesbreakers The Lyric Theatre, the Colorado quartet will most influential blues musicians of all time. band in 1984, featuring Coco Montoya and play some of your favorite songs from Bertha Walter Trout. By 1993, Texas guitarist to Harry Hood and more. Born in 1933, John Mayall grew up in a town had joined, making his outside of Manchester, England. Inspired recording debut on the album Spinning Coin. What began as a group of friends playing by his father’s extensive record collection, some of their favorite Phish songs together Mayall fell in love with the blues. At age 14, In 2005, after nearly 50 years of playing the in Colorado developed into one of the most the aspiring musician went to Manchester’s blues, John Mayall was awarded a prestigious unique tribute bands active today. DeadPhish Junior School of Art where he continued his OBE by The Queen’s Honour list. Although Orchestra has toured across the country, musical education, playing the guitar, piano, Mayall permanently retired the Bluesbreakers from Redwood City, California to Boca Raton. and harmonica. Taking inspiration from the band in 2008, the veteran blues musician The talented quartet has welcomed a number sounds of Leadbelly, Albert Ammons, and couldn’t stay away from the stage for long, of guest musicians to perform with them, Pete Johnson among others, John Mayall and in 2009, Mayall put together a new band including members of the String Cheese devoted himself fully to the blues. However, to record an album with Eagles Records. His Incident, Yonder Mountain String Band, it wasn’t until 1962, when Mayall heard that latest studio album, Find a Way to Care, is a and the Heavy Pets. Their cleverly designed a club was opening up in Ealing dedicated to testament to his enduring legacy in the world John Mayall performances and palpable passion for music blues music that the musician finally found Oct. 14th 2016 | 7:00pm of blues. With the recent release of Live in allow audiences to experience all the best of his calling. Mayall moved from Manchester 1967 Volume II and a brand new studio album jam music in one show. to London and started the Bluesbreakers. in the works, John Mayall continues to reign With their fresh sound and raw talent, the as the “Godfather of British Blues.” Featuring Paul Murin on guitar, Ted Bluesbreakers quickly rose in popularity, Tilton on keyboards, Brian Adams on bass, and soon John Mayall would be backing continued on page 10 and Chris Sheldon on drums, DeadPhish John Lee Hooker, T-Bone Walker, and Sonny Orchestra will perform some of the greatest Boy Williamson in their first tours through hits from the Grateful Dead and Phish on England. In 1966, Mayall teamed up with MAYALL YOUr The Lyric stage this the ex-Yardbird guitarist Eric Clapton for DeadPhish Orchestra season. With setlists that a ground-breaking album that was named Oct. 7th 2016 | 8:00pm transition seamlessly one of the 500 Greatest Albums of All between artists, Time by Rolling Stone magazine. Although WISHES COME TRUE such as Divided Clapton left to form the band Cream shortly Sky > Morning after, John and the Bluesbreakers continued Dew > Divided their success, releasing a unique Sky, DeadPhish drummer-less live album in at the lyric! Orchestra celebrate 1969 that immediately the spontaneity and achieved gold status. improvisation that makes jam music so

memorable. his fall, The Lyric Theatre is jam-packed with some incredible performers Tnever before seen on the historic stage including the legendary blues musician John Mayall and DeadPhish Orchestra. From tributes to standup comedy and returning favorites, A Peter White Christmas and the Atlantic City Boys, don’t miss a second of the entertainment as The Lyric wraps up the year and starts off 2017.

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Rewind is a live concert experience including show returns with Peter White, Rick Braun, Peter White joined Al Stewart’s band as a Tina Turner, Luther Vandross, and Joe an 8-piece rock band and six incredible and Euge Groove in A Peter White Christmas. keyboardist on the famous singer-songwriter’s Cocker. His latest album, Got 2 Be Groovin’ is a vocalists. This high-energy rock show Combining the unique styles of jazz, pop, international tour through England, Scotland collection of nine original pieces and one cover will have you singing and dancing along, and classical genres together, A Peter White and the United States. White and Stewart that showcase the saxophonist’s incredible as talented performers cover your favorite Christmas puts a new spin on Christmas continued to work together over the years, creativity and diversity. artists from Abba to Led Zeppelin. Including classics from “The Little Drummer Boy” to collaborating on the release of the major 1976 over 60 songs, memorable videos of classic “Greensleeves.” Starring veteran musician hit, “Year of the Cat.” A Peter White Christmas is always a favorite Americana, and over 100 costume changes, Peter White, this special holiday tradition in among families, bringing together audiences Decades Rewind is more than just your average Martin County will also feature trumpet player Performing with Peter White in A Peter young and old. The Christmas special was review show. Rick Braun and saxophonist Euge Groove. White Christmas this year are Rick Braun and inspired by the success of Peter White’s Euge Groove. Comfortable with a variety of holiday albums, such as Songs of the Season Co-founded by veteran keyboardist Peter Peter White started playing the electric instruments, Rick Braun has mastered the and the eponymous A Peter White Christmas. Gatti and long-time drummer Mark guitar when he was a young boy, inspired trumpet. Braun began his career as a session This Christmas, join us again for a night of Blinkhorn, the exciting show features in part by the music of groups like the musician, and over the course of his career, has Christmas melodies with Peter White, Rick vocalists Coya Jones, Ashley Renee, J.K. Rolling Stones and the Beatles. When an released over 15 albums, including a Christmas Braun, and Euge Groove. Miller III, Frank J. Edmondson III, and Wade accidental fire destroyed his electric guitar, album titled Swingin’ in the Snow. Joining Peter Whiskey, whose diverse yet complimentary White transitioned to the acoustic and a White and Rick Braun this year is the chart- styles are beautifully accompanied by the jazz icon was born. After receiving his first topping saxophonist Euge Groove. Groove has continued on page 14 brass and string rock band. As the Orlando professional booking when he was only 19, played with a variety of musicians, including Sentinel recommends “if you’re looking to

A Peter White Christmas Featuring Peter White, Rick Braun & Euge Groove Youth Arts Research positively correlates arts education Dec. 6th 2016 Celebration (October 22, 2016 to school success factors such as higher 6:00pm & 8:30pm 7:00pm) If you like watching the young graduation rates and stronger achievement performers on America’s Got Talent, you won’t scores and is also correlated to social and want to miss the Youth Arts Celebration. emotional development, civic engagement, This inaugural variety revue will showcase and future arts participation. talented local student performers 1st through 12th grades in solo and ensemble acts of Funds will be raised through the Youth Arts all kinds. Auditions of singers, dancers, Celebration ticket sales and sponsorships. musicians, , magicians, jugglers and Not only will you enjoy the show, you will be other acts are being held on October 1st by helping students to receive more exposure Decades Rewind th th appointment. Up to 20 acts will be selected to the wonderfully unique and magical Nov. 16 & 17 2016 | 7:00pm to perform for you on stage at The Lyric experience of performing arts. Proudly Theatre on Saturday, October 22nd. sponsored by Stephen & Aida Fry, Patty rock out to some of the best tunes of the Downing Interiors, Ethel Christin, 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s, get your ticket now for The Youth Arts Celebration is presented by Cutting Edge Marketing and WQCS/88.9 Decades Rewind.” The Lyric League, an auxiliary group of The NPR for the Treasure Coast. Lyric Theatre to support local talented youth and to raise funds to expand The Lyric’s Arts & Education Programs for students. A Peter White These programs include: professional artist Decades Rewind (November Christmas Featuring master classes and residencies in area schools, 16 & 17, 2016 7:00pm) Bringing back some The Discovery Series for Young Audiences, of the most beloved tunes from the past Peter White, Rick The Lyric’s AWESOME! Summer Camp century, the talented Decades Rewind will have Braun & Euge Groove and family programming. The League is you dancing in the aisles. Get ready to take a (December 6, 2016 6:00pm & 8:30pm) Then, comprised of area volunteers who understand trip down memory lane when Decades Rewind what would a December at The Lyric Theatre the importance of the arts in the lives of hits the stage. Featuring all of the greatest be without Peter White and his famous children. hits from the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s, Decades Christmas ensemble. Your favorite holiday

community groups and was used Spring of 1913 May 27, 1925 November 29, 1930 A Brief History of Construction for The “first” Lyric began on Construction of The “new” Lyric Theatre Newly equipped with RCA Photophone to present traveling vaudeville Osceola Avenue near Belle Flora and opened commenced on Flagler Avenue sound picture machines, The Lyric Theatre shows, news weeklies and for its first performance a year later. opened with railroad thriller “Danger movies The Lyric March 15, 1926 Lights' (picture with sound) 1917 The “new” Lyric Theatre opened to the public 1978 The “first” Lyric was abandoned and moved with the feature picture “Skinner’s Dress 1941 The Lyric was purchased by New Theatre to a little wooden structure on Osceola Suit” Life in Christ Church and served The Lyric Theatre fell on hard times after Avenue the depression and closed its doors. Over as a venue for weekly services the following years, it was rented out to 10 11 e A Guest Bat Your Own Party ! Star of the current HIT Comedy Special “THE TRUTH HURTS”! ONE SHOW ONLY! 7:00PM Friday January 6th, 2017 LYRIC THEATER STUART • VIP $45 • GA $39.00 • Upper balcony $34.00 Tickets on Line: www.lyrictheatre.com • BOX OFFICE or CALL 772-286-7827

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each takes a turn leading the group, creating a Atlantic City Boys highly dynamic atmosphere. Enjoying success A Jew, an Irishman With A Holiday Twist in their national tours over the past few years, and an Italian Walk (December 14, 2016 7:00pm) For a little The Atlantic City boys have performed in into a Bar (An evening bit of old-fashioned rock n’ roll, be sure to venues across the country, from Las Vegas to of clean, standup check out the Atlantic City Boys, From the their hometown of Atlantic City. The boys streets of “America’s Favorite Playground,” combine songs from their regular 1960s rock comedy) Starring the Atlantic City Boys take you back to the and roll revue with some beloved holiday Freddie Roman, sounds of the 1960s. Starring four lead classics this season at The Lyric Theater in Jeff Norris & Richard singers and a talented live band, the Atlantic Atlantic City Boys with a Holiday Twist. City Boys perform some of the greatest hits Minervini (December 18, 2016 of the early rock-n-roll era, like the “Build Me 7:00pm) And finally, winding up the year at Up Buttercup” and “In the Still of the Night.” The Lyric Theatre are a group of veteran For their performance this holiday season at comedians bringing you a night of hilarious, The Lyric Theatre, the Boys are putting a A Jew, an Irishman and an Italian clean standup comedy. A Jew, an Irishman, and Walk into a Bar little twist on the traditional show, performing (An evening of clean, standup comedy) an Italian Walk into a Bar features Freddie Christmas classics including “White Starring Freddie Roman, Roman, Jeff Norris, and Richard Minervini Jeff Norris & Richard Minervini Christmas” and the “Hanukkah Song.” Dec. 18th 2016 | 7:00pm in an evening of clean standup comedy that will have you rolling in the aisles. Featuring First created in 2008 as a tribute group to comedians with nearly 100 years of combined the sounds of Frankie Valli, the Atlantic City experience, A Jew, an Irishman, and an Italian Boys have since expanded their repertoire to Walk into a Bar is a comedy feature all of the best rock-n-roll hits from evening perfect for the the 1960s from the Drifters to the Beach Boys. whole family. The Atlantic City Boys bring their audiences Atlantic City Boys With A Holiday Twist back to the days of street corner crooners. Dec. 14th 2016 | 7:00pm The quartet features four lead singers, that

Legendary Freddie Roman has starred in his own show Tonight Live for a Joining Roman and Norris is comedian been performing on stage since he was a one-year engagement at the Trump Castle in Richie Minervini, whose ability to bring teenager in the Catskills. Beginning his Atlantic City. variety to every performance has earned studies in acting at NYU, Roman eventually him a reputation as a comedian chameleon. began touring various theaters in the Performing alongside Freddie Roman in A Minervini has appeared in a number of northeast. The comedian impressed the late, Jew, an Irishman, and an Italian Walk into a feature films, including Mall Cop, Grownups, famous one night with his sharp Bar is comedian Jeff Norris. Famous for his and Zookeeper. Richie Minervini performs and witty show, and was invited to join Fields ability to emulate a variety of different voices, often in Las Vegas, as well as Atlantic City’s on her national tour. This brought Roman Norris has performed at venues across the Borgata Hotel and Casino. into the limelight, and it wasn’t long until country, including Dangerfields in New York Freddie Roman became one of the greatest City and The Riviera in Las Vegas. In addition These three comedy stars will perform comics of all time. Now, after over half a to touring, Norris has also been featured in together live on The Lyric stage this season. century working in comedy, Freddie Roman HBO’s series Oz and Boardwalk Empire as well Each comedian brings something a little is Dean of the New York Friars Club, the as appearing in the feature films My Super different, and together, they’re a sight to oldest and most influential brotherhood in Ex Girlfriend and Anger Management starring behold. Don’t miss A Jew, an Irishman, and an show business. In addition to standup, Roman Adam Sandler and Jack Nicholson. Norris Italian Walk Into a Bar. has starred in major motion pictures as well has also enjoyed success as a headliner on the as Comedy Central television specials. Roman Royal Caribbean cruise lines.

systems, ADA compliance alterations, box Capital Campaign. Lobby and box office 1987 March 18, 1988 2001 2004-2005 September 2015 With talk of razing Friends of the Lyric entered into a contract office construction, and remodeling of the The Balcony of the theater was remodeled for The expansion of The Lyric was commenced improvements, including new exterior and Drawing inspiration from the organic and the theater, Friends with the New Life in Christ Church and restrooms and dressing room the installation of new balcony seating, an and completed, enlarging the stage by 14 interior entrances, additional Box Office geometric forms of The Lyric’s exterior, The of the Lyric, a group purchased theater elevator was installed and refurbishment of the feet, adding a backstage with flex- dressing service windows, and bar. New orchestra Lyric’s proscenium was ornamented in an Art of concerned citizens, November 12, 1993 lobby and restrooms area, a restroom, and office/storage areas. seating and sound system were installed. Nouveau style. The elegant design contains banded together 1993-1995 The Lyric Theatre was listed on the National The “Star” dressing room also underwent The Lyric’s interior stucco walls were artistry and craftsmanship of the trompe to save the historic With assistance from community grassroots Register of Historic Places renovation including shower and restroom. smoothed out and architectural elements l’oeil art technique. structure efforts and grants, The Lyric Theatre added to the walls and columns. underwent much needed repair 1996 Summer of 2014 Summer of 2016 from marquee improvements, exterior New seating installed in the orchestra section The Lyric was closed for substantial November 11, 2014 Decorative touches utilizing the trompe l’oeil Lyric including balcony parapet, doorway painting, new roofing and air-conditioning and administrative offices constructed renovation as part of the Love The Lyric Grand Reopening art technique were added throughout The transoms, and interior theatre walls. 14 Continuing to provide Treasure Coast families THE LYRIC THEATRE’S 2016-17 with the wonderfully unique and magical experience of live performing arts.

FAMILY Artist in Programming Summer Discovery Residency Camp Series FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES

Inspiring Young Minds through the ARTS

On Election Day! Join Lady An annual tradition, Make a Difference in Young Lives – Support The Liberty and Uncle Sam as our friends at Florida Youth Arts Celebration! they take your audience Arts & Dance Company on a journey through and Russian Ballet The Lyric League is holding auditions of 1st thru 12th grade student performers in Martin and St. Lucie counties America. Learn how the Orlando returns with political process works, The Nutcracker. The for the 1st annual Youth Arts Celebration at The Lyric Theatre. Performers of all kinds are encouraged to audition the differences between quintessential Christmas for this variety revue showcasing talented student artists such as singers, actors, dancers, musicians, comedians, the judicial, legislative and ballet, set to Tchaikovsky’s jugglers, magicians, poets, etc. Solo and ensemble acts are welcome. Auditions will be held, by appointment, on executive branches and thrilling music, is based on October 1, 2016 at The Lyric Theatre. what it means to vote. the story “The Nutcracker The Youth Arts Celebration is an event spearheaded by The Lyric League to support local talented youth and to There is a live-action game and the King of Mice” show component featuring by E.T.A. Hoffman. This raise funds to expand The Lyric Theatre Arts & Education Programs for students. Funds for these programs will be patriotic prizes.This sparking fairy tale, with raised through sponsorships and ticket sales for the Youth Arts Celebration event on Saturday, October 22, 2016, special tour is designed to such beloved scenes 7 p.m. at The Lyric Theatre. encourage good citizens as “Dance of the Sugar The Lyric League is an auxiliary group formed to help The Lyric Theatre with its mission of providing a home by teaching audiences how Plum Fairy,” has delighted for the performing arts that entertains, educates and stimulates the growth of artistic integrity and experience for they can contribute to their children for generations. own communities. All ages everyone. The League is comprised of area volunteers who understand the importance of the arts in the lives of Grades 3-8 children as well as adults. Audition instructions, sponsorship opportunities and for more information about the Youth Arts Celebration, th 10:15am & 11:45am th 10:15am & 11:45am Tuesday, November 8 , 2016 I Friday, December 9 , 2016 I please visit www.LyricTheatre.com/Youth-Arts-Celebration. The Lyric Theatre Scholarship Fund Brings Students A perfect show for Join our energetic actors S.T.E.A.M (Science, in this entertaining musical to the Arts Technology, Engineering, revue of the history of Arts, & Math) Initiatives. Black Music! From the Students attending low-income schools on the Treasure Coast will have the opportunity to attend live shows at This musical version of work songs of slavery the The Lyric Theatre with the newly established Discovery Series Scholarship Fund. This incredible enrichment the classic children’s story, and the hymns of the opportunity for students in our community is made possible with a partnership between The Lyric Theatre and a set in the future, follows Underground Railroad to Hans as he uses his the blues of Beale Street generous contribution from U.S. Sugar. engineering ingenuity to and the anthems of the The scholarships will provide enriching theatre experiences for students who otherwise would not have the invent Rocket Skates to beat Civil Rights Movement, the clock and help his ailing resources to attend. Teachers at Title 1 schools will be able to apply for the scholarship to bring their classes to music has always been an mother. Songs like “Make Discovery Series shows. The Connection” inspire integral part of our nation’s “This collaboration will provide hundreds of students with a wonderfully unique educational opportunity to past. Our actor/singers tell audiences to find their expand their horizons and their world. Attending a live theatrical production is a special experience, and we are own direction and become the stories behind these creative thinkers. famous and forgotten excited to bring that opportunity to students who can’t afford it,” said Kia Fontaine, Executive Director of The Lyric Grades K-8 hymns, work-songs and Theatre. “We are greatly appreciative to U.S. Sugar to be able to create our first Discovery Series Scholarship Fund. musical styles. Our goal is to inspire and educate youth with a wonderfully magical experience.” Grades 3 - Adult U.S. Sugar is a farming company that grows sugarcane, citrus and sweet corn and has a long history of investing in our community. The company has more than 2,500 employees and farms in Hendry, Glades, Palm Beach and th st Tuesday, January 24 , 2017 I 10:15am & 11:45am Tuesday, February 21 , 2017 I 10:15am & 11:45am Martin counties. U.S. Sugar donates generously to causes that improve quality of life in our region. “Giving back to our communities is part of our history and culture and has always been a priority for U.S. Sugar,” A Heartfelt THANK YOU to the NEW Discovery Series Scholarship Fund sponsored said Judy Sanchez, the Senior Director of Communication and Public Affairs for U.S. Sugar. “By partnering with The ladies of Women Supporting the by U.S. Sugar. Educators of Martin County Title 1 Lyric Theatre, we can help ensure that children across Martin County will have equal opportunities to experience Arts for awarding a grant to Schools are eligible to apply for the Scholarship, learning through the arts.” The Lyric Theatre’s Discovery please visit www.lyrictheatre.com/ Teachers can visit www.lyrictheatre.com/discovery-series to find out more information about the Discovery Series Series Program! discovery-series for the application and requirements. Scholarship Fund.

For more information about this Series, Ticketing or Scholarship Fund contact Karin Leone, Director of Education, For questions about any of The Lyric’s Art & Education Programs or to find out how you can make a at 772-220-1942 x205 or at [email protected] difference in children’s lives by offering your support, call Karin Leone, Education Director at 772-220-1942, ext. 205 or at [email protected]

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If we Joan & Bob Fisher David & Judi Hubert William & Pam Long John Plavan Jayne Stoudmyre Rip & Noreen Fisher Ethel & Wayne Hubler Cabot Lord Dr. & Mrs. Robert L. Polakow Charles & Joyce Strickler have inadvertently overlooked your name in this listing, please accept our sincere apology and notify our Development Jean Fitzsimmons Helen Huff Wendy Lucas Gail & Leonard Polanski Stuart/Martin County Mrs. Lucette Flanagan Mr.& Mrs. Carlton Hughes Irene Luneski Jackie & David Polge Chamber of Commerce Director, Linda Prange, at 772.220.1942, extension 209. Charlene Fogel Ronald Ingles Sandi P. Lyman Bill & Carmella Pompa James Stuckey Bonnie Foley Mary Jane Inman Roger Lyon Richard & Linda Pontynen David & Olene Stuart Tara Ford Deborah Irish Annette Lyons Danny Post Rod W. Sturm The following donors have generously committed to providing George Forese Lynn E. 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22 For tickets and information, call The Lyric Theatre Box Office at772-286-7827 or visit www.LyricTheatre.com. All shows and times are subject to change. The Friends of the Lyric, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization www.LyricTheatre.com 23 38 SE Osceola St., in historic downtown Stuart • (772) 221-7707 coffee bar Blue Door warmly welcomes supporters of The Lyric Theatre~

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Hours Regular Box Office hours are Monday thru Saturday from Ticketing Policies First Aid 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Summer Hours are 10:00 a.m. The Lyric Theatre has a “No Refund, No Exchange” Please see the House Manager. to 3:00 p.m. We are also open two (2) hours prior to ticketing policy. At the discretion of management, curtain on the day of a performance. exceptions may be made. In the event of a returned check, Smoking a fee of $35 will apply. Smoking is prohibited anywhere inside the Theater. Purchasing Flexibility For your convenience, you can purchase tickets in Box Office Beverage Service several different ways: Located outside the entrance to The Lyric on Flagler A full service cash bar is available in the lobby at most events. • In person at the Box Office Avenue. We accept American Express, Visa, Discover • By phone at 772-286-7827 and MasterCard for phone and online reservations; Restrooms • Online 24/7 at www.lyrictheatre.com checks, cash and credit cards at the window. All Located to the left and right of the Theater entrance in • By mail to: Lyric Theatre, reserved tickets are available from time of purchase the lobby. 59 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart, FL 34994 up to one hour before the performance, when they Attn: Box Office may be picked up at Will Call located in the Box Office. Lost and Found Please be advised that a $3.00 restoration fee is added Contact the Box Office at 772-286-7827. to all ticket prices. This supports the preservation and Photography/Recording restoration of our historic facility. The Lyric Theatre is The use of any audio or visual recording device is strictly Group Sales & listed on the National Register of Historic Places. prohibited. Patrons may be asked to leave the Theater. Corporate Discounts Discounts are available for groups and corporations of Will Call Cell Phones/Pagers all sizes. Please contact the Box Office at 772-286-7827 Prepaid tickets are available beginning one hour prior to Please turn off or put personal communication devices or [email protected] for more details. each performance at the Box Office in the lobby. on silent mode prior to entering the Theater. Customer Service Paid tickets can also be picked up in advance at any time Patrons with Disabilities If you have a suggestion or problem, please contact the the Box Office is open, or they can be mailed to you upon Special seating arrangements must be made with the Executive Director, Kia Fontaine, at 772-220-1942, ext. 207. your request if there is ample time to do so prior to the Box Office at the time you purchase tickets, based on performance date. availability. Inner lobby restrooms are accessible. Theater Etiquette As a courtesy to the performers and other audience Gift Certificates Latecomers members, please do not leave your seat until the end of Gift certificates can be purchased in any denomination Performances begin at the advertised time. Please allow the act. If for some reason you must leave, please wait and are good for any performance held at The Lyric proper time for parking and collection of tickets. Latecomers for a pause in the program. Theatre. They are valid for one year from the date of will be seated at the discretion of management. the purchase. Gift certificates are not transferable, and Volunteer Opportunities can only be redeemed by the person(s) for whom they Fire Notice If you would like information on volunteer opportunities are purchased. They are non-refundable and cannot be In case of fire, please walk to the exit nearest your seat. at The Lyric Theatre, please contact our Volunteer redeemed for cash. 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STAGE Stag e Seating 7531 AA 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 AA 2468 9 7 531 BB 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 BB 2468 10 Upper Balcony Chart 9 7 531 CC 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 CC 2468 10 11 9 7 531 DD 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 DD 2468 10 12 Lower Balcony 13 11 9 7 531 EE 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 EE 2468 10 12 14 Orchestra 13 11 9 7 531 2468 10 12 14 Wheelchair FF 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 FF Accessible 13 11 9 7 531 GG 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 GG 2468 10 12 14 Patrons with 13 11 9 7 531 HH 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 HH 2468 10 12 14 disabilities: Special 13 11 9 7 531 JJ 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 JJ 2468 10 12 14 seating arrangements can be made with the 2468 10 12 14 13 11 9 7 531 KK 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 KK Box Office at the time 13 11 9 7 531 LL 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 LL 2468 10 12 14 you purchase tickets, based on availability. 13 11 9 7 531 MM MM 2468 10 12 14 Northern and Southern Italian 13 11 9 7 531 A 112 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 A 2468 10 12 14 Cuisine in a quaint, 15 13 11 9 7 531 B 112 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 B 2468 10 12 14 16 casual atmosphere 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 531 C 112 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 C 2468 10 12 14 16 18 20 Open Tuesday-Sunday 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 531 D 112 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 D 2468 10 12 14 16 18 20 Hours 5:00pm-10:00pm 31 E 112 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 E 24 Reservations Parties of (6) or more only! 31 F 112 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 F 24 (772) 223-0077 512 - West 3rd Street • Stuart 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 531 114 113 112 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 G Web: casabellastuart.com 19 17 15 13 11 9 7 531 114 113 112 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 H ELEVATOR 126 125 124 123 122 121 120 119 118 117 116 115 114 113 112 111 110 109 108 107 106 105 104 103 102 101 J Voted One of Florida’s Best Romantic Escapes!

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