The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre 2002-2003 Season Show Sponsor on Sponsor riLinco & ITT Industries Financial Group- Engineered for life We believe the arts are a stabilizing influence, stimulating the development of creativity, understanding, responsibility and tolerance. Lincoln Financial Group, through the Lincoln Foundation, :m, is committed to enhancing the quality of life in those communities where Lincoln employees live and work. At Lincoln, we're working to help people meet the demands of today and the needs of tomorrow. 1300 S. Clinton Street H Lincoln Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802 • Financial Group (219)455-2000 74th Year 579th Production Fort Wayne Civic Theatre And ITT Industries Present Singin In The Rain Based on the MGM Film (Original Choreography by Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen) Screenplay and Adaptation Betty Comden and Adolph Green Songs Nacio Herb Brown and Arthur Freed Director Assistant Director Harvey Cocks Christopher J. Murphy Musical Director Choreographer Eunice Wadewitz Abigail Ehringer Costume Designer Scenic Designer Louise Heckaman Robert Sandmaier Lighting Designer Production Manager/Sound Engineer Jonathon Sandmaier Jennifer Schmied Stage Manager Assistant Stage Managers Nan Durant Jon Durant Andrew Helmcamp July-August 2002 Produced by Arrangement with Music Theatre International Maurice Rosenfiel, Lois F. Rosenfield and Cindy Pritzker, Inc. H I R u w i rsi o WAJI ARTS 95.1 fm UNITED HMJll" ^ ITT Industries ^ Engineered for life " ' c T u R 2002-2003 Civic Theatre Board of Directors Officers Ben Eisbart, President Larry Wardlaw, Vice-President Ken Menefee, Vice-President Mark Rupp, Treasurer Ed Kos, Secretary Members-at-Large Tim Alford Darrell Jaggers George Bartling Mark Kaufman Terra Brantley Richard Keltsch Phil Bundy Stanley Levine John Burns Tom Miller John Christensen Richard Phillips, Jr. Joe Cohen Judy Quackenbush Marcia Crawford Rosy Ridenour David Gall Jeanne Shaheen Joan Goldner Dianne Shaw Deborah Hartman Laura Wilson £tj3 A Production Beyond Expectations As a proud supporter of the arts in our Devil's Hollow, Brigadoon, Turnberry community, Bauman Construction Ridge Condominiums and Covington salutes The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Lake Estates to commercial building for another . #%ij. and renovation performance projects, that goes Bauman beyond our Construction expectations. is dedicated to Speaking of excellence. performance, since 1984 Bauman Excellence in design. In craftsmanship. Construction's reputation for superior In client service. performance and stability has reached into every corner of our community. Bnumnn From Fort Wayne's most prestigious consTrucTion, inc. residential communities such as 260.436.4630 Homestead Hills, Sycamore Hills, Welcome to the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre! The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre proudly marks its 74th year as the second largest community theatre in Indiana, serving Northeast Indiana with quality theatrical entertainment and per­ forming opportunities! The Civic continues to set top notch professional quality theatre as its standard for our community of actors, backstage and off stage volunteers. It is with great pride the Civic rolls out the red carpet for you, opens its doors and raises the grand curtain for each performance of the 2002- 2003 Season. Thank you for supporting your local arts community by attending a Civic Theatre production. As the extremely competent artistic staff magically creates each plays environment and period of history on stage for this season, the Civic Theatre is setting the stage for our 75,h Anniversary in 2003-2004. The 75,h Anniversary Committee will be hard at work to help us celebrate with exciting events and activities to honor this historic occasion in the life of this organization. Ihe Civic Theatre has much to celebrate as one of the oldest community theatre producing organizations in the nation, including an Arts-In-Education program celebrating 16 years - the IN THE WINGS Program. The Civic Theatre will start the 75,h season having created 583 productions that have starred local talent, some of whom have moved on to greater fame: Heather Headley — Tony Award Winner for AIDA; Jane Lanier - Tony Award Nominee for Jerome Robbins Broadway and Drama Desk Nominee for FOSSE; Dan Butler - playing the role of Bulldog on the hit sitcom Frazier, and Julia Barr - playing the role of Brooke English, eight-time Emmy Award nominee and two- time Emmy Award winner. Yourpatronage plays an important role in building this organization by the best means of marketing available - word of mouth. I hope you will spread the word about our Broadway-quality theatre and the excitement, fun and wonderment of this show and those to come. You have a home at the Civic Theatre and the Civic Theatre has "Something For Everyone!" I hope you enjoy the 74th Season as much as we will as we showcase the extraordinary talents of our local acting community and volunteers. Bring a friend and return to take pleasure in another Civic Theatre production! Phillip H. Colglazier Executive Director We Salute Our 2002-2003 Corporate Sponsors! Lorry Stensrud Chief Executive Officer, Lincoln Financial Group/ Lincoln Retirement "Lincoln Financial Group salutes the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre and its commitment to enriching the community through the theatre and performing arts. We are proud to be a part of this community and applaud the efforts of the Civics actors, actresses and volunteers to enhance the quality of life in Fort Wayne through first class performances." ioi4^a,Q<A^ f/LeiZif\xef\( .i lot/ tesUd&iCud/ cttuxs A 260-338-0886 Also available: • Custom Bedspreads • Headboards •Upholstery* Shutters 1211 Wiilowind Trail Fort Wayne, IN 46845 John R. Sampson, Indiana State President, American Electric Power "AEP traces its Fort Wayne roots to April 1882, when James Jenny and his son Charles founded the Jenny Electric Light and Power Company. We have a long and proud tradition as a part of this community, and are honored to be partnering with the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre to help make this a better place to live and work. AEP is pleased to support the arts in our community as they enrich the lives of every- one. Larry Rowland President, Swiss Re Life & Health America, Inc. "Fort Wayne employees of Swiss Re Life & Health America join me in wishing you an enjoyable theatrical experience at the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre. We are pleased to be able to contribute to the cultural fabric of the local community through the Civic Theatre sponsorship. Enjoy the show!" Edward J. Weise Region President, Verizon K Verizon salutes the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre for its long-standing contributions to the quality of life in this area. We are proud to continue our support of the Civic Theatre through our sponsorship of the production Annie. Anthony M. Stites, Managing Partner, Barrett & McNagny "Barrett & McNagny LLP is proud to once again partner with the Ft. Wayne Civic Theatre. We feel strongly that our community is fortunate to have the Civic Theatre and its tremendous programs. We look forward to the Theatres continued success and hope you and your family enjoy the many quality productions throughout the year." Karan Ford Executive Officer, FW Area Association of Realtors "The REALTOR family is once again very proud to be one of the sponsors of this seasons perfor­ mances. With the events of the past year, we have an even greater appreciation for families, friends and associates as well as the community treasures such as the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre. We encourage you to take time to enjoy the productions with those you love. Our praises go out to the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre for bringing us another season of diverse, quality productions." Carl Hausman President & CEO, Central Soya "Our community is enriched by the excellence and quality of the Civic Theatres programming, and it is a great pleasure to be involved in sponsorship for this season." Danny Rifkin President, Omnisource Corporation "Omnisource is pleased to be a sponsor for the 2002-2003 season. Fort Wayne is our home and were proud of our "hometown" Civic Theatre. The quality of life in our community is greatly enriched by its outstanding productions." Deborah Hartman President, Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild "Being a member of the Fort Wayne Theatre Guild provides the opportunity to show support for the arts — and the ability to be involved in every production! Join us, won t you! ^ % NIPSCO m %. A NiSource Company Louis Dollive President and General Manager, ITT Industries "A/CD is proud to support the arts in Fort Wayne including the Civic Theatre. 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