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JANUARY 2015

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A NEWSLETTER DEDICATED TO GROUPS, ORGANIZATIONS AND FRIENDS OF THE FIRESIDE THEATRE A Feel-Good Musical Romp With Elvis!

IN 1999 A SHOW OPENED IN LONDON THAT USHERED IN A NEW GENRE OF MUSICAL THEATRE. THE SHOW WAS MAMMA MIA AND THE GENRE WAS THE JUKE BOX MUSICAL. A JUKE BOX MUSICAL IS A SHOW THAT USES ALREADY WELL KNOWN MUSIC OF A SINGLE ARTIST OR A PERIOD AND INTERSPERSES IT WITH AN ORIGINAL STORY. BEFORE MAMMA MIA THERE HAD BEEN SHOWS THAT USED POPULAR MUSIC BUT THEY WERE MOSTLY REVUES WITH NO PLOT OR A BIOGRAPHICAL TRIBUTE TO A SINGLE ARTIST. BUT MAMMA MIA WAS AN ORIGINAL PLOT THAT USED THE MUSIC OF THE BAND ABBA TO HELP TELL THE STORY.

After MAMMA MIA opened there were laws. But then a motorcycling, guitar- a slew of juke box musicals – some playing, leather-jacketed roustabout were successful like JERSEY BOYS and comes to town and changes everything some were big flops like LENNON or for the better. The plot is loosely based on GOOD VIBRATIONS. one of Shakespeare’s most beloved and hilarious comedies TWELFTH NIGHT One particular juke box musical opened and the songs are all pure Elvis! on Broadway in 2004. It combined the music of Elvis Presley and the story It’s one of those shows that is just plain “Every once in a while it’s good telling of William Shakespeare. It had a fun and I’m excited to have the chance to to just forget all the problems and short run on Broadway but theatres all put it on our stage. Every once in a while cares of our daily lives and enjoy over the country started producing it and it’s good to just forget all the problems some foot stompin’ music and it has become one of the most popular of and the cares of our daily lives and enjoy laugh ‘til it hurts.” all the juke box musicals. And for good some foot stompin’ music, and laugh reason. Now The Fireside is presenting ‘til it hurts. I know you are going to be – Ed Flesch, Artistic Director our own brand new production of ALL thoroughly entertained and delighted by SHOOK UP. this feel good musical romp.

ALL SHOOK UP is a fun-filled musical comedy that takes place in a small town in the 1950’s. The town is an unhappy place filled with all sorts of restrictive

ANOTHER TRACY JESKE, FROM MANAGING THE “ELVIS” FIRESIDE TEMPORARY HELP TO FIRESIDE’S BUSY IS IN THE P2PREMIER! P3 COMPANY PRESIDENT P4 RESTAURANT P7 BUILDING! Hospitality never goes out of style!

ELVIS PRESLEY’S IMMORTAL LEGACY WAS BORN FROM HIS UNMISTAKABLE VOICE, CHARISMATIC SHOWMANSHIP, AND REVOLUTIONARY FUSION OF COUNTRY, BLUES, GOSPEL, AND R&B MUSIC. HE IS THE BEST-SELLING SOLO ARTIST IN THE HISTORY OF POPULAR MUSIC. ELVIS TRULY IS THE KING OF ROCK & ROLL. WHILE ALL SHOOK UP ISN’T TECHNICALLY ABOUT ELVIS PRESLEY, IS IT ALL ABOUT HIS MUSIC!

musical fantasy that’ll have you jumpin’ tune . . . ALL SHOOK UP . . . is a smashing out of your blue suede shoes with such success. It is so much fun.” classics as ‘Heartbreak Hotel,’ ‘Jailhouse Rock,’ and ‘Don’t Be Cruel.’” Ryan and I checked out the show at another theatre last year before selecting Variety calls it “A bouyantly energetic it for our 2015 season and we also thought confection . . . orchestrations breathe it was a lot of fun. Clean, wholesome, new life into the original Elvis tunes in All-American fun that we’re sure you’ll arrangements that swing between enjoy with a good story and music you Broadway brass and cool contempo-retro already know and love. We’re pleased . . . Breezing along for the toe-tapping ride to offer ALL SHOOK UP as one of four proves irresistible.” Fireside premieres this year along with THE WIZARD OF OZ, GUYS ON ICE and The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel had this to A WONDERFUL LIFE - The Musical. say: ”If the purpose of musical theater is to leave the audience smiling and humming a As we begin our 51st year I’d like to thank you again for your support of The Fireside throughout the years and ALL SHOOK UP, the jukebox musical by especially last season as we celebrated Joe Dipietro, was inspired by and features our 50th Anniversary. We continue to the songs of Elvis Presley. The press strive for excellence in all aspects of material from Theatrical Rights Worldwide your visit and hope that we will continue says, “Into a square little town in a square to be “more than you’d ever expect!” little state rides a guitar-playing roustabout who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-swiveling, lip-curling GROUP LEADER PROFILE

“If you love what you do, you will be successful!” – Tracy Jeske

Learning TRACY JESKE, PRESIDENT OF PERSONALIZED TOURS, WALDO, WISCONSIN LEADS TOURS TO THE from each other FIRESIDE AND AROUND THE GLOBE.

Gloria Jeske opened Personalized Tours in mother convinced her it would be easy, told The challenge for today’s travel companies 1987. Two years later her daughter Tracy, her what to expect, and said just be sure to as Tracy sees it is marketing to the Baby a recent college graduate with a Liberal count them for the ride home. She had a Boomer. She’s had some success with Arts degree and a minor in Sales and great time and her next trip was 14 days in Grandparent and Mother/Daughter tours Marketing, left a job because it required New England. Seems she was something that gets that 50-something customer on travel which didn’t work well while raising of a natural at it! the coach so they can see just how nice it two young boys. To fill the time as she is to travel with a group and not have to do looked for another opportunity, Tracy In addition to the travel business which she the driving themselves. It’s just as much agreed to help her mother in her travel owns by herself, Tracy is a partner in the about the journey as it is the destination. company office “temporarily” and ended charter side of the business with her father up taking over the business 24 years later. and brother. Back in 1999, her brother the What’s the best thing about owning a travel accountant felt they should stop chartering company? “The people,” Tracy was quick Based out of Waldo, WI, Tracy travels coaches for the travel business and buy to reply. “I have a great following. Some of about 200 days a year, escorting most of their own so her Dad, who at the time was my customers were guests at my wedding, her over-the-road and international tours driving for the company they chartered I know their grandchildren since they’ve and some one-day trips while other escorts from came on board and started driving for been traveling with me for 25 years. It’s handle most of the day trips and casino them. They’ve added three more coaches like a big family reunion every time we runs. She also plans the tours and runs over the years and the newest one is get together.” She also said it’s never the business. On the day we visited with equipped with WiFi and has power outlets boring. No two days are the same. While Tracy, she was with a group in Orlando and USB ports at each seat! The leg room she admits you’ll “never be a millionaire,” on a long weekend where the participants is better than the airlines and there’s even she’s convinced that if you love what you would get to choose which park to visit a galley in back for serving. Her main do people will want to travel with you and and Tracy would get to do some property driver is still her Dad. you will be successful. “It’s a great feeling inspections in the area. She can do a at the end of a tour when that last person lot of work on the road but also relies on About 80% of Tracy’s business comes from gets off the motorcoach and says they had word of mouth and recommendations from the general public. The rest is from area a great time. That makes it all worth it!” colleagues in the business to make sure senior centers that wouldn’t have enough properties will meet her high standards. people on their own to charter a full coach. A year from now Tracy will be leading a Small groups from Hartford, Germantown, tour to Antarctica. After that she will have Tracy’s very first escorting trip was to Mequon and Thiensville as well as some traveled to all seven continents. She The Fireside. Her initial reaction was, “I’m area Red Hat clubs are very loyal. She definitely knows what to say to people now NOT going to get on the bus with people I also brings groups from her alma mater, and we’re thrilled that she keeps coming don’t know - what will I say to them?” Her Concordia University. back to The Fireside! A PEEK BEHIND THE SCENES

Wendy Janecek - From Bus Girl to Restaurant Manager!

years later she’s the Restaurant Manager the menus and how dinners are described we all know and love! on our printed literature. The would-be English teacher in her is a big help when it First hired as a bus girl, she transitioned to comes to language and proof-reading. server once she was 18 and continued to work part time through college both as a Wendy feels that what sets The Fireside server and a bartender. Wendy graduated apart from other dinner theatres or in December 1992 with degrees in History restaurants is the way we take care of our and English, certified in Secondary guests, especially those with special needs. Education. Teaching jobs were scarce and Also, the sheer volume of guests served in business at The Fireside was booming. a short period of time is something you don’t She was also planning a January 1993 see anywhere else. “There are many days wedding to her husband, Jeff whom she we’re serving 700 people in 2.5 hours,” she met when they were both on the bus staff said. “It can get pretty busy on a Saturday and is now our Bar Manager (more on him night when everyone’s having a five course in our next issue) so she didn’t worry about dinner served upon their arrival and at finding a teaching job right away. their pace. From the back end it might look crazy but from the customer’s end we As time went on Wendy was promoted to want it to look like everything’s focused just Assistant Manager and while she kept her on them and providing them a memorable teaching certificate active for several years and delicious dining experience.” As Rick once she and Jeff began planning a family Klopcic taught her, we are in the business she eventually just set that idea aside. Restaurant Manager Wendy Janecek is a of making memories. She still does a fair amount of teaching, familiar face to all of our group leaders, tour training and developing the wait staff to The When not at work, Wendy enjoys reading, operators, corporate planners, season ticket Fireside’s high standards and promoting running, camping, and spending time with holders, regular patrons, and just about some to assistant manager status. Jeff and their children, ages eight and ten. everyone who visits The Fireside. She is This summer they surprised the kids with a often the friendly face that assigns your As The Fireside’s Restaurant Manager, trip to Disney World and made themselves table and at some performances introduces Wendy is much more than the person some wonderful memories there. the show which includes recognizing each who greets you as you enter the dining group and where they’re from along with room. She supervises a staff of about 100 naming those guests celebrating birthdays (including her mother, aunt and two nieces), and anniversaries with us. She has served schedules the wait staff and assigns their The Fireside in this capacity since 2009 but sections for each shift, coordinates menu has been here much longer than that. substitutions between the box office and the kitchen for guests that have special needs Wendy grew up in Fort Atkinson and due to diet or allergy concerns, directs the remembers her first visit at the age of eight, guest services staff, gives the welcome sitting in the front row of the theatre with If you haven’t yet had the pleasure of speech in the theatre several times a week, her mother and sisters to see FIDDLER meeting Wendy, be sure to introduce and “puts out fires” as needed. ON THE ROOF. When she was 16, her yourself next time you’re here. You’ll see sister (who already worked here along She continues to enjoy the challenges why her friendly manner, calm demeanor, with an older brother) brought home an and really enjoys the other managers she efficiency and intelligence make this one- application and said, “Fill this out, you have works with. “We have a great team,” she time bus girl a terrific manager for one of an interview on Saturday.” Twenty eight remarked. She also enjoys helping with Wisconsin’s busiest and best restaurants! Inside the ENTERTAINMENT TIPS & NEWS Kitchen with Chef Mike

Happy New Year! When you receive this copy of The Flame we will be just a few days away from starting our 38th theatre season with our fabulous live band revue THE SENSATIONAL 70’S on January 8th. The next day I will be on my way to the ABA Conference in St. Louis, Missouri and look forward to meeting with many of you.

As we start the New Year, making plans for travel and fun, I also know that you are waiting to hear the date for the 2015 Annual Group Leader Party. I am happy to The featured menu for ALL SHOOK UP announce that it will be Saturday, April 25, the opening is one of our most popular - Chicken and weekend of ALL SHOOK UP, which is what you will be Ribs. Everyone raves about how tender seeing that day if you qualified to be invited. Remember, Jackie Brisko and flavorful our Barbecued Ribs are! you must have attended at least two shows in 2014 with Director of Audience They’re accompanied by our Signature 41 people on each trip. Many of you did help us celebrate Development Salad with the Papaya Chutney Dressing, our 50th Anniversary by bringing your group(s) multiple our Buttermilk Marinated Fresh Chicken times (we had such a great lineup of shows) so we are Breast, Idaho Potato stuffed Broccoli and hoping many of you will be able to join us. Cheese and a Corn Bread Muffin. Now that’s a 3- course dinner sure to fill you up. We are just starting to work on the details for the Annual Group Leader Party so watch future issues of The Flame for more updates. As always, we are planning some fun with Did you know, however, that if you visit The photos, a wonderful and memorable menu from our incredible chefs and of course some Fireside on a Saturday night that you’re of the great hits of Elvis Presley, which are highlighted in ALL SHOOK UP. No, Elvis is not treated to a 5-course dinner? On Saturday nights we start you off with Appetizers and in the show but the story is based around a character who has a striking resemblance to Soup before you even get to the Signature the King of rock and roll. It’s an award-winning musical comedy that will turn a quiet little Salad. Really! town upside down with hilarious laughs, some romance, great dances and of course some classic Elvis hits like “Jailhouse Rock,” “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Hound Dog,” “Burning Love” For THE SENSATIONAL 70’S - we’re even and many more. It’s a show you won’t want your group(s) to miss so please call Group getting crazier than that. Using our new Sales if you haven’t already booked. We still have some great seats available. cloverleaf ramekins we’ll be serving three appetizers with our mini Corn Croustade There’s only a few months until spring and also the start of our 2015 Christian Baskets. These little cups are about the Concert Series, so keep warm, keep safe, and see you on the road or at The Fireside! size of your thumb, half an inch tall, tasty and crisp and ready to fill with a spoonful of flavor and pop in your mouth. We’ll have a Cucumber and Cream Cheese Pate, Traditional Bruschetta with Diced Roma Tomatoes and Fresh Basil, and Jones 2015 Christian Concerts - Just $35.95 plus tax for our Fish & Chicken Buffet and Concert! Cherry Wood Smoked Ham and Canadian Bacon Pate. Each show features a different appetizer and two choices of soup. Maybe your group should give Saturday night a try! Yummm!!

GOLD CITY SOUL’D OUT THE BROWN THREE May 5 - 6 QUARTET FAMILY BRIDGES Executive Chef June 23 - 24 August 4 - 5 October 6 - 7 GROUP TRAVEL TIPS & NEWS 2015Season Jean’s Corner of the World

When you receive this it will be 2015 so

If you were not able to celebrate with us on New Year’s Eve, I hope you had a great and a safe time.

Now that the holiday rush is over, there is still time to book a February date for For personal help with You won’t believe how many of any of your bookings, your favorite songs came out of call me at 800-477- this wonderful decade unless 9505 or email jean@ you come to see us! Give me firesidetheatre.com. a call for seating options. It can be the first bright spot of what has become a very gray winter.

What can I say about THE WIZARD OF OZ except that if you don’t come to see it you will be missing THE show of the year. Disappearing witches, dancing munchkins (not the Dunkin Donuts ones), flying monkeys plus Lions and Tigers and Bears, oh my - what fun awaits you!

I need your input on an idea. We try to help all our groups find people to join them whenever possible. What are your thoughts on adding to our website an area to list groups with their pick up locations for individuals to check? You would submit your group name, contact information, pick up options and the show(s) you are promoting (with or without dates). We can refer guests to this website page to discover groups that match their location or show that interests them. No prices would be given so they cannot comparison shop rather you would get the call and have the opportunity to add to your count. Please send me your thoughts to [email protected] or call me at 800-477-9505. Thanks much.

One reminder since Christmas is such a big seller and we have such a special premier in 2015 of A WONDERFUL LIFE: THE MUSICAL. We have Friday matinee and evening shows again with some great seating still open. If you know you are going to book, don’t You can find an wait and be disappointed. Everyone loves the movie and is so excited to see it live on stage order form for with music. You might even need a second bus! 2015 promotional material on the “Groups” page of Group Sales Manager our web site. VISIT OUR GIFT SHOPS

Take A Little Bit Of Elvis Home With You!

KNOWN BY HIS FIRST NAME, ELVIS IS REGARDED AS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT FIGURES OF TWENTIETH CENTURY POPULAR CULTURE. IT IS ESTIMATED THAT ELVIS PRESLEY HAS SOLD OVER ONE BILLION RECORD UNITS WORLDWIDE, MORE THAN ANYONE IN RECORD INDUSTRY HISTORY! HIS MEMORABILIA REMAINS POPULAR ACROSS ALL DEMOGRAPHICS AND IS AVAILABLE IN AN INCREDIBLE VARIETY OF PRODUCTS.

• Puzzles Virtually every rock star from the 1950’s • Monopoly onward is indebted to Elvis both for his • Books dance moves and his embodiment of the rock ‘n’ roll persona. Most historians agree • Mugs that no post-World War II figure had a more • Coasters profound impact on popular culture than Elvis • Glassware did through his albums, concerts, and films. • Music • Figurines Elvis still rocks today with a huge fan base. • Mouse Pad His name, image, and voice are instantly recognizable around the globe and he has • Lunch Tins inspired a wealth of products bearing his • Wall Art likeness for fans who want to pay tribute • And More! to the “King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” Chances are pretty high there’s an Elvis fan in your circle of friends, too! PPRSRTRSRT SSTDTD UU.S..S. PPOSTAGEOSTAGE PPAIDAID TTHEHE FFIRESIDEIRESIDE THE FIRESIDE, INC. 1131 JANESVILLEJANESVILLE AVENUEAVENUE P.O.P.O. BBOXOX 7 FORTFORT AATKINSON,TKIINSONSSOSONN,, WWI 535535535383 3838 JANUARY 2015

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Visit early to get the best discount! ALL SHOOK UP Featured Menu April 23 - June 7, 2015 • In addition to the Featured Menu, Served Wednesday through Saturday Matinees, Saturday Evening and Sunday Midday try our Sunday Brunch, Thursday Signature Salad Evening Signature Buffet or five Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Kiwi, Strawberries, Blueberries, and Orange Segment over course dinner on Saturday nights. Fresh Garden Greens, sprinkled with Sesame Croutons and our famous Papaya • Groups of 18 or more are $65.95 Chutney Dressing. (Sat. Evening $69.95) plus tax. • Save an additional $3.00 per person Freshly Baked Breads from our Artisan Bakery

when you book a performance from Chicken and Ribs April 23 - May 17, 2015. Lean Pork Back Ribs glazed with our special Barbecue Sauce, accompanied by • Ask about our Incentive plan for our Buttermilk Marinated Baked Fresh Chicken Breast. Served with a Baked Idaho Wednesday & Thursday matinees. Potato stuffed with Steamed Broccoli Buds in a Monterey Jack Cheese Sauce and a • Arrive at 10:30 a.m. for Matinees, Corn Bread Muffin. 2:30 p.m. for Sunday Midday Triple Layer Carrot Cake and 5:00 p.m. for Thursday and Cream Cheese Frosting with House-Made Rum Raisin Ice Cream. Saturday Evenings. • See complete show listings online. Coffee, Tea and Milk