2021–2022 SEASON AUSTIN, MN AUSTIN, PERMIT NO. 66 NO. PERMIT NONPROFIT ORG. NONPROFIT US POSTAGE PAID US POSTAGE

October 13-17

SpongeBob SquarePants, Squidward, Patrick, Sandy, Plankton, Mr. Krabbs, and all the familiar denizens of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises and takes center stage. Based on the beloved animated series and featuring a score from the biggest names in pop music, The SpongeBob Musical is a guar-

anteed fun time for the whole family. The power of optimism Service Requested Return really can save the world! Directed by Lindsey Duoos Williams.

Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg. Book by Kyle Jarrow. Original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alex Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, , , Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants, T.I. And Songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny & Andy Paley. Additional Lyrics by Jonathan Coulton. Additional Music by Tom Kitt. Mu- sical Production Conceived by Tina Landau. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants, and all re- lated titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc.

November 19-21

Share the adventures of Anne Shirley and her “best friend for life,” Diana Barry, as they travel from childhood to maturity in this heartwarming one-act adaptation of the classic novel. Maril- la Cuthbert asks for an orphan boy to help her and her broth- er take care of Green Gables, but the orphanage sends Anne with an “e” — an independent, red-headed, freckle-faced girl who changes their lives. Whether you already love Anne’s sto- ry or are discovering it for the first time, this sweet and sincere rendition will touch your heart. Directed by Susan V. Hansen.

Adapted from the classic novel by L.M. Montgomery. By Jody Johnston Davidson. College Riverland Community NW Avenue 1900 8th MN 55912 Austin, Fall Tickets On Sale PHOTO BY A.D. DRUMM IMAGES More Exciting Shows Sept. 7 Coming Spring 2022! riverland.edu/theatre BECOME AN ANGEL FALL 2021 TICKET ORDER FORM

Past donations have helped us to upgrade our sound and lighting PATRON INFORMATION SEATING equipment and sent our students to the regional Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival. Every dollar donated helps Name: ______Seats are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you to improve the quality of our productions and the education we For Angel donors, as you wish it to appear in the program want a particular seat, please fill in the appropriate box in the provide. We are most grateful for your continued support! chart below. Rows B-D are movable and may be switched Address: ______to the side depending on the performance. If you need Archangel | Gift of $150+ special seating accommodations please call the box office in Guardian Angel | Gift of $100+ ______advance. Angel | Gift of $50+ Cherubim | Gift up to $49 City: ______

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q Check here to join our mailing list. 3 EASY WAYS TICKETS I would like to purchase tickets to TO PURCHASE The SpongeBob Musical at $16 per person: _____ Wednesday, October 13 @ 7PM 1. Online any time at riverland.edu/tickets _____ Thursday, October 14 @ 7PM Tickets are available for purchase online 24 hours a day, 7 days a _____ Friday, October 15 @ 7PM week! You can choose your seats, print tickets at home, and pay by _____ Saturday, October 16 @ 7PM credit card. Visit riverland.edu/tickets to get started. _____ Sunday, October 17 @ 2PM PERFORMANCE LOCATION 2. By telephone at 507-433-0595 I would like to purchase tickets to Leave us a voicemail with your name and phone number and we’ll Anne of Green Gables at $10 per person: All performances are held at the Frank W. Bridges Theatre on call you back to take your credit card order over the phone. Riverland Community College’s Austin Campus, East Building _____ Friday, November 19 @ 7PM - 1900 8th Ave NW, Austin, MN. 3. By mail with check payment _____ Saturday, November 20 @ 7PM If you prefer to pay by check, mail your payment and order to: _____ Sunday, November 21 @ 2PM FOR FUTHER INFORMATION Riverland Theatre Please apply my donation(s) as follows: Please contact the theatre Box Office at 507-433-0595 or visit 1900 8th Avenue NW riverland.edu/theatre. Austin, MN 55912 $ ______Angel Donation We’ll call you to confirm it’s been received. Please mail checks no later Funds will support theatre programming at Riverland, than two weeks prior to performance. including theatre upgrades, equipment purchases, student involvement in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, and scholarships. NEW! Hearing Assistance Interested in theatre at Riverland? Call 507-434-7390 $ ______Scholarship Donation Now Available or visit us online at riverland.edu/theatre Funds will support the Theatre Talent Grant scholarship, awarded to students each semester who are involved in The Frank W. Bridges Theatre is now the theatre programming at Riverland and demonstrate equipped with a hearing assistance financial need. system. Devices will be available at facebook: @RiverlandTheatreMusic each performance on a first-come, instagram: @RiverlandTheatre $ ______Total Enclosed first-served basis.

Riverland Community College Theatre strives to provide quality productions that are entertaining and challenging to both the artists and the audience. Because we reach such a diverse audience, some may find subject matter, language, Send checks payable to: and situations objectionable. If you have concerns with a specific production, we encourage you to become familiar Riverland Theatre, 1900 8th Ave NW, Austin, MN 55912 with the material before attending the performance.