537th Production • 68th Year The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre and The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild present by William Shakespeare November 1996 Associate Sponsors yiiAC tSS£S WENi™89i We believe the arts are a stabilizing influence, stimulating the development of creativity, tmderstanding, responsibility and tolerance. Lincoln Notional Corporation, through Lincoln National Foundation, is commit­ ted to enhancing the quality of life in those communities where Lincoln National employees live and work. At Lincoln National, we're working to help A people meet the demands of today and the needs of tomorrow. ^B9 LINCOLN 200 Easi Berry Sircci nNATIONAL Fort Wayne. Indiana 46802 CORPORATION (219)455-2000 F 68th Year 537th Production The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre and The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild present &mm by William Shakespecire Scenic Designer Costume Designer Bob Sandmaier Louise Heckaman Lighting Designer Richard Grubb Stage Manager Assistant Stage Manager Wayne Williams Amy Beth Watson Directed by Al Franklin 1 •November 1996 The Civic Theatre would like to thank our associate sponsors WFWA-TV39 and WBNI 89.1 FM < The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre Guild's Festival of Dollhouses 1997 Miniatures Show and Sale will be held in a new season April 25-27,1997 at a new location The Community Center 233 West Main Street Usher in the spring season with a visit to a judged show of beautiful dollhouses and room boxes. Dealers will display a variety of miniature items for sale. Both adult and junior divisions will be judged with monetary prizes, ribbons and people's choice award. HOURS ADMISSION Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Showing of Houses Only) Adults $4 Friday tickets good for readmission Saturday and Sunday Children (5-12) $2 Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m Show and Sales No Strollers, Please! Food Is Available at the Cafe Exhibitors Information Judged Categories for Entries Entry Deadline March 31, 1997 Dollhouses • Junior Division (219) 745-5374 or (219) 493-4918 Vignettes/ (10-16 years) Room Boxes Dollhouses Dealer Booth Vignettes Information Entry Deadline February 28,1997 Non-Judged Category for Entry (219) 486-5350 or (219) 625-3017 Commerical Division Please Come See Us at the Show Proceeds from the Festival of Dollhouses Benefit the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre We Salute Our 1996-1997 Corporate Sponsors Ian M. Rolland Richard E. Fox Chairman of the Board and CEO, Chairman of the Executive Committee, Lincoln National Corporation Barrett & McNagny "The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is an "We are proud to again lend our sup­ integral part of our community's port to the Fort Wayne Civic Theatre. cultural life. Lincoln National The 1996-97 season promises to be a Corporation is pleased to continue its memorable one and we look forward support of this important organization." to enjoying it with our friends and all of the patrons of this outstanding community organization." Scott McGehee Publisher, The Neivs-Sentinel William J. Dewhurst President/Fort Wayne and Regional "The News-Sentinel is proud to support the rich cultural tradition of Manager, Norwest Bank, N.A. the Civic Theatre. We hope you'll "Norwest welcomes the opportunity enjoy WAIT UNTIL DARK and the other to support the Civic Theatre. The fine theatrical presentations during quality of life in this area is strongly the 1996-97 season." influenced by Arts United programs. The outstanding performances by the Lisa Boyd Civic have been an important part of these programs." President, Civic Theatre Guild "In an effort to further promote and Jay Gilbert support the Civic Theatre, the Fort President and CEO, Physicians Health Wayne Civic Theatre Guild is proud Plan of Northern Indiana to sponsor THE COMEDY OF ERRORS, "The Civic Theatre plays a very bringing Shakespeare back to Fort VJ^^^ important role in educating people Wayne. Enjoy the show!" ^^fl& A I about the .iris, creating a cultural WB A I health. PHP is committed to improving Dr. Marvin R. Sambur ^MLL_^^^B the health ol our community and we President and General Manager, ITT are honored to sponsor COTTON PATCH GOSPEL." Aerospace/Communications Division William A. Zeilke "The theatre is a magical place where one can be transported around the Regional President, GTE North world on musical notes, laugh at the "Fort Wayne Civic Theatre is a long­ oddities of humanity or be taken to standing contributor to the quality of the depths of a character's soul. We at life in this area. We are proud to— ITT A/CD are committed to ensuring the future of support this fine organization aiN the Civic Theatre so that the community can share the salute its continued professionalism wonders of the theatre experience." and the quality of its performances." 4 IF Celebrating the gifts of play, song, and dance. / .rX*~ NORWEST To The Nth Degree 219-478-6904 Be sure not to miss ... > (~\ V^J BABY, the Hit Musical ' \^M j^L vP by Pearson, Shire and Maltby, January 10-19 KHVN directed and choreographed by Phillip Colglazier C l-LC^ j musical direction by Eunice Wadewitz Member Box Office Opens December 30 Public Box Office Opens December 31 For Your Information ... Fort Wayne Civic Theatre 303 East Main Street • Fort Wayne, IN 46802 Business Office (219)422-8641 • Box Office (219)424-5220 • Fax (219)422-6699 Reminder: NO flash pictures or recording devices of any kind are allowed. 1996-97 Robert Anderson, Timothy Alford Susanne Moorman Civic Theatre President Joelle Purvis Allen Rosy Ridenour Board of Directors Richard Battin, Vincent J. Backs Mark E. Rupp Vice President Steven J. Bollier Dr. Marvin Sambur Jerry Witte, Lisa Boyd Dave Schmautz Secretary Ann Harding Dahm Randall Steiner Janet Whitney, Sharon Eisbart Ronald Twomey Treasurer Al Franklin John Walda Jay M. Gilbert Irene Walters Debra Kimbrough Larry Wardlaw Dana Leininger Dwight Wilson 1996-97 Artistic Staff Richard Grubb, Administrative Staff Civic Theatre Staff AI Franklin, Technical Director & Mickie Martin, Executive Director Resident Lighting Business Manager Robert Sandmaier, Designer Susan Domer, Resident Designer Louise Heckaman, Marketing Director Phillip H. Colglazier, Costume Designer Debra Baney, Resident Choreographer Schellie Engelhart, Administrative & IN THE WINGS Assistant Costumer & Assistant Education Director Rental Manager Madeline D. Smith, Jonathan Sandmaier, Box Office Manager Master Carpenter Maryamber Bosk, Ryan Berkes, Office Assistant Carpenter i Lebamoff's This theatre is a CapK proud member of the it*fr Cork & Indiana's Largest catering Wine Merchant! • We honor all competitor's ads American • Full cose discounts Food and Services Association • City-wide delivery for All Occasions of Community For your party planning needs or wedding receptions call... Theatre 4712 Enchanted Oaks Andy Lebamoff Call College Station CAP N CORK NORTH 749-5192 Texas 77845 5430 Coldwater Road 409-774-0611 Fax 409-776-8718 483-1147 E-mail [email protected] A rt never expresses anything but itself." - Oscar Wilde FORT WAYNE NATIONAL BANK Mrmhn HJH- i 426-0555 FORT WAYNE 1996-97 Benefactors The Fort Wayne Civic Theatre gratefully acknowledges the special contributions of the follow­ ing individuals and businesses whose continued support ensures our ability to provide quality theatrical experiences to the Fort Wayne community. They make it possible for us to encourage the cultivation of awareness, imagination, wisdom and delight. Jerry & Ann Dahm Tom & Sally Gutwein Theodore Bendall & Dr. Civic Leaders Adrien & Linda Gauthier George & Jane Irmscher Janet Houghton Arts United Mr. & Mrs. Fredric D. Larry D. & Karen M. Bill & Anita Cast Fort Wayne Community Gingrich Kasper Carl & Grace Cisna Foundation Robert & Celia Haller Dan & Lois Lovinger Melodye Clements English Bonter Mitchell Diane Humphrey Scott McGehee Kelly & Beth Clevenger Foundation Edmund & Linda Kos Jack & Lori Morris Ed & Linda Collins Lincoln National Wilda Gene Marcus Jim & Susan Schmelzer Custom Mattress Factory Corporation Douglas & Lenore Perry Chuck & Patty Outlet, Inc. The News-Sentinel Dave & Debbie Schmautz Schrimper William & Mary Lou Fort Wavne Civic Theatre Gabriel & Jeanne Cheri Shaw Dew hurst Guild Shaheen David & Sharon Smith Grace Drummond ITT Aerospace/ David & Maria Wheat G. Sherwood Smith Sharon & Ben Eisbart Communications Bill & JoAnn Wyatt Bob & Sally Weigand Keith & Barbara Gilbert Division Denny & Kay Yoder Frank & Carol Glavin Barrett & McNagny Vernon Gore Norwest Bank Associates K. Joan Gotschal! Physicians Health Plan Jim Bailey Backers Gourmet Breads & GTE Norm & Martha Timothy Alford Sweets, Ltd. Casselman Robert & Monna Mr. & Mrs. Robert Angels Mark & Mary Derheimer Anderson Guntrum Ronald & Marilyn Foster Dr. & Mrs. Matthew E. Vincent J. Backs Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Al Hyman Farber Stan & Karen Barker Haughey Ian & Mimi Rolland Dr. & Mrs. Thomas Mr. & Mrs. Craig Gary & Pam Hilgeman Felger Bartscht Patricia Hippensteele Richard & Adrienne Gene & Pam Hollenberg Dr. Steven & Robin Battin Producers Fisher Rosalie Howe M Pam & Ernie Beal Don & Joan Goldner Jerry & Ruth Beasley Triple S Roofing ' Andy & Peg Candor David Greene & Susan David & Janet Seiwert Marvin & Linda Kurtz Tuori, M.D. Bell 8 1 K^.' Lapan Andrew & Marie Corrao Joe & Linda Ruffolo Life Time Members If & Susan LeBlanc Beverly Dildine Jim & Denise Simon David & Susan Meyer Brian & Debra Dobias Carolvn Timmerman Marjorie Barnhart Central Sova Co. Richard & Karon Albert & Marie Doherty Donald & Deborah James Francis Centime Moessner Dianne Dun fee Tinker Howard L. & Elizabeth David & Linda Molfenter Ann Eckert John & Joyce Tyner W. Chapman Scott & Frances Nevin Richard & Sally Frazier Ron & Joan Venderly Fort Wayne Surgical Dr. & Mrs. Phillip Ann S. Frobenius Mr. & Mrs. W. W. Associates, Inc. O'Shaughnessy Mr. & Mrs. B. W. Fugitt Wareham Ned Flightner Precision Fabrication, Linda Gaff Theodoe & Marilvn Inc. Mr. & Mrs. John F. Tom & Jean Greenawall Weaver Robert & Carol Relit/ Hoffman Paul & Kristal Crush Mr. & Mrs. Richard O. Glen & Ruth Richardson George Koegel Stacy Hartman Weisman David & Margaret Dr. William & Pat Kunkel Robert Hatcher Betty Werling Ridderheim Dr. Richard & Toni Laker Joe & Ann Jenny George & Dorothy Ron & Terri Roberts Witwer Dr.