2009-2010,
​Our 48th Season

THE ODD COUPLE
(Female Version)
September 18, 19, 25, 26, October 1, 2, 3 at 8:00 PM,  September 27 at 2:00 PM
by Neil Simon
Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.

This contemporary classic gets a makeover in the female version of the familiar story. Newly separated from her husband, obsessive compulsive Florence Unger decides to move into the home of slovenly single divorcee friend Olive Madison. When their worlds collide, the story explodes in this laugh-out-loud comedy that takes a look at life from a different point of view.
This show marks Forge Theatre’s 250th production!
PRODUCTION TEAM
DIRECTED BY ROBERT MARSCH
PRODUCER/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR- Patrina Harding
STAGE MANAGER- Denise Myers
ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER- Dennis Himes
MASTER CARPENTER- Jim Reese
PROPS- Dee Henken
LIGHTING DESIGN- Clem Mirto
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​CAST
OLIVE MADISON - Andrea Frassoni
FLORENCE UNGER - Pam Taylor
RENEE - Bev Smith
SYLVIE - Christa Wisneski
VERA - Nancy Dolan
MICKEY - Sherry Maccario
JESUS - David Cashell
MANOLO - Mike Raimondo

1776
book by Peter Stone, Music & Lyrics by Sherman Edwards
Produced by special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
This award-winning Broadway hit is a light-hearted look at John Adams, Benjamin Franklin, and Thomas Jefferson as they grapple with the Continental Congress and independence from Britain. Inspired by the words of our founding fathers, this critically acclaimed musical comedy is filled with lively songs, witty dialogue, and true American spirit.
Performances:  November 6, 7, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, and December 3, 4, 5
Production Team
DIRECTED BY JIM KELSH
PRODUCER – Stevie Tagye
MUSICAL DIRECTOR – Denise Wisneski
CHOREOGRAPHER – Megan Kelsh
STAGE MANAGER – Linda Blystone

CAST
JOHN ADAMS-Bob Goretski
ABIGAIL ADAMS- Sue Murphy
THOMAS JEFFERSON- T.J. Wilkinson
MARTHA JEFFERSON- Heather Reese
JOHN HANCOCK- Michael Zatuchni
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN- Clem Mirto
JOHN DICKINSON- Lew Osterhoudt
EDWARD RUTLEDGE- Allen Puy
DR. JOSIAH BARTLETT- Alan Ciarlone
STEPHEN HOPKINS- Gary Bullock
ROGER SHERMAN- Brian Schwartz
LEWIS MORRIS- Rick Dowdall
ROBERT LIVINGSTON- Rick Goldstein
REV. JONATHAN WITHERSPOON- Mark Dickinson
CAESAR RODNEY- Jack Forman
JAMES WILSON- David Nyman
SAMUEL CHASE- Doug Smith
RICHARD HENRY LEE- Jim Malin
JOSEPH HEWES- Randy Frame
DR. LYMAN HALL- John Henken
MCNAIR- Randy Knox
CHARLES THOMPSON- Mike Nolan
COL. THOMAS MCKEAN- Paul Perrymore
GEORGE READ- Tim Johnson
COURIER- Radler Kelly

The Mystery of Irma Vep
by Charles Ludlam
Produced by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc.
Just watch the lightning-fast marathon costume changes as two actors bring eight characters to life in this high-energy, quick-witted, campy comedic tribute to gothic horror and classic films like Wuthering Heights, The Mummy’s Curse and Hitchcock’s Rebecca. You may also recognize dialogue lifted from Ibsen, Shakespeare, and Poe! This show is a side-splitting laugh-out-loud good time you’ll be sure to remember.
Performances:  January 8, 9, 15, 16, 21, 22, 23 at 8:00 pm; January 17 at 2:00 pm
Directed by Hal Holzer
Producer – Marnie Herzfeld
Stage Manager – Linda Blystone
Lighting Design – Jeff Sugzdinis
Master Carpenter — John Magolan
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CAST
Bob Goretski
Robb Hutter

COMPANY
Book by George Furth, Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Produced by special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
Poor Bobby. He’s 35 years old, has three girlfriends and five married couples desperately trying to get him married. It certainly makes for a lot of company! A passionate favorite of Sondheim fans, “Company” is a bittersweet, clever portrayal of five married couples – as seen through the eyes of bachelor friend Bobby – exploring love and commitment, fear and longing, and the simple joy of being alive!
Performances:  June 4, 5, 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 at 8:00 pm;
Sunday, June 13 at 2:00 pm
Directed by Dru Ullery
Producer — Rick Dowdall
Music Director — Gary Snyder
Choreographer — Renee Schulz
Stage Manager/Production Assistant — Jonathan Haupt
Dramaturg — Deb Braak
Technical Director — Ellen Spampinato
Staff Photographer — Bri Miller

CAST
Robert — Jason Gagliardi
Sarah — Michele Miller
Harry — Steve Schulz
Jenny — Michelle English
David — Brian Schwartz
Amy — Renee Schulz
Paul — Steve Carrasco
Susan — Cassy Pressimone Beckowski
Peter — James Scotland IV
Joanne — Deb Braak
Larry — Larry Wilson
Kathy — Andrea Hartman
April — Laura McWater
Marta — Kate Nice

​The Importance of Being Earnest
by Oscar Wilde
This stylish comedy full of assumed names, mistaken lovers, and preposterous enchantment is a delightful, witty, light-hearted romp through Victorian society. Follow two young bachelors pretending to be earnest (and Ernest) as they aim to win their ladies’ hearts. Filled with some of the most famous quips ever written for the stage, this classic will have you rolling in the aisles!
Performances:  February 26, 27, March 5, 6, 11, 12, 13 at 8:00 pm; March 7 at 2:00 PM
Direction and Design by Maureen Clarke
Producer — Janet Hoehl
Assistant Director — Michelle Quigley
Stage Manager — Rick Harris
Lighting Design & Operation — Ellen Spampinato
Master Carpenter – Bill Braak
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CAST
Jack:  John Corr
Algernon:  Chris Latzke
Gwendolyn:  Heather Reese
Lady Bracknell:  Gay Hoyle
Cecily: Kristen Krikorian
Miss Prism:  Nancy Dolan
Lane:  Spencer Gates
Chasuble: David Cashell
Merriman:  Steve Carrasco

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