Tuna's on a Roll!

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It's the last weekend of Greater Tuna. If you haven't seen it, get your tickets and go. Four shows in three days!

Friday, October 2 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 3 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 4 at 2:00 p.m.

New Pianist Discovered

15 Million Views and counting on this video. Who knew that a piano playing kitty could be so popular? Maybe IT! should consider this for a show opener.

Tuna Salad

The Reverend Spikes commends you to come to one of the shows this upcoming weekend.

The sheriff says he might have to get rough with you if you don't get your tickets now.

Upcoming shows this weekend are:
Friday, September 25 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 26 at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 27 at 2:00 p.m.

Git on down the the theater before it's too late! 530-642-0404

Congratulations Elly Award Winners!

Two awards for this year’s Ellys went to Terri Thomas for Costume Design and Dave Patrick for his Lighting Design in The Wizard of Oz. Lanny Langston and Peter Wolfe are appreciative of their commitment and countless hours making the shows at IT! a success.

Terri Thomas says, “Thanks to everyone who worked so hard on all of the costumes with me! You rock!” Terri has worked on several shows including Lil’ Abner and the film portion of Bram Stoker’s Dracula. Currently, she is busy with costumes for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast opening December 4. Most recently, Dave Patrick designed lighting for the current production, Greater Tuna.

The Elly Awards are named for the late Eleanor McClatchy, who was a devoted patron of the local arts. This year marks the 27th anniversary of the awards.

Imagination Theater Receives Two Elly Nominations

The Elly Awards, sponsored by the Sacramento Area Regional Theatre Alliance (SARTA), will be held on Sunday, September 20 at Sacramento’s Crest Theatre.

Two nominations for this year’s awards go to local community theater, Imagination Theater in Placerville. Terri Thomas was nominated for Costume Design for her work in The Wizard of Oz. When learning of her nomination, she said, “I am really honored to have been nominated. Thank you to all the ladies that helped me with costumes. The nomination is yours as well.” Terri has worked on several shows including Lil’ Abner and the film portion of the multi-media production of Bram Stoker’s Dracula (scheduled for spring 2010). Currently, she is busy with Disney’s Beauty and the Beast which opens December 4. Another Imagination Theater volunteer, Dave Patrick, was also honored with a nomination for his lighting in The Wizard of Oz. In addition, he has designed lighting for Greater Tuna, Imagination Theater’s current production that runs through October 4.

The Elly Awards are named for the late Eleanor McClatchy, who was a devoted patron of the local arts. This year marks the 27th anniversary and will feature musical selections performed by Elly-nominated theaters. The Elly Awards honors the best and brightest in local and regional community theatre. Local actors, designers and directors will announce the names of over 80 winners. Tickets are on sale now. General admission is $25; SARTA members and groups of 10 or more are $20; Nominees are $8. Call the office for additional information at (916) 443-8229 or visit the web site at www.sarta.com to purchase tickets online.

Tuna Surprise

Actually, it comes at no surprise that Greater Tuna has been well received by opening weekend audiences. Standing ovations concluded each of the shows and the phones have been ringing at the Imagination Theater box office.


People are not falling asleep at the show (besides Vera Carp, played by Jeff Lathrop)

They are cheering like Charlene Bumiller! (also played by Jeff Lathrop)

Don't miss out on the upcoming shows this week/weekend.

Thursday, September 17 at 7:00 p.m. --- ALL tickets $10 for this show only!
Friday, September 18 at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 19 at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 29 at 2:00 p.m.

Call the box office today for tickets, 530-642-0404

Box Office Hours Update

The theater box office hours are still limited until later in the fall. The hours are:

Monday: 10:00 a.m. to Noon

Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

and
Thursday: Noon to 2:00 p.m.

The IT! Insider will also be available during a few "unscheduled" evenings as well to assist those interested in purchasing tickets for Greater Tuna and Beauty and the Beast. When calling the box office, please leave name, number(s), and best time to reach you. Also indicate date of show and number of tickets. Thanks! 530-642-0404

Tuna opens Friday

Don't miss Greater Tuna, a zany redneck Texas comedy. The show opens Friday at 7:00 p.m.. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door.

Two seasoned acting veterans, Richard Gaylord and Jeff Lathrop, take on twenty characters between them, with unique personalities and costume changes – some in as little as nine seconds. The show opens this Friday and runs through October 4. Call the box office for tickets. Tickets will also be avaialble at the door. $16 adult, $13 senior (55+), and $10 children. Thursday, September 17 all seats are $10. Show is suggested for teens and adults. Show dates are listed at here at www.itplacerville.blogspot.com, www.imagination-theater.org and also in Facebook under the Greater Tuna event listing for Imagination Theater. We hope to see you at one of the shows 530-642-0404.

Tuna Melt

Git yer tickets now for this zany, humorous, off-beat play about fictional Tuna, Texas. Call the box office today at 530-642-0404 for tickets. $16 adult, $13 senior, $10 child.

Texas Plains Painted for Tuna

Today, the scenes were painted for Greater Tuna. Maybe that is why we had a little taste of Texas weather on Saturday. I should have some pictures up soon. If you haven't purchased tickets yet, get them soon. If your a sponsor and have not yet reserved your place, please call the box office at 530-642-0404.

News at the Fairgrounds

The IT! Insider just met one of the crew from CNN who is parked on the fairgrounds for the upcoming press conference this afternoon. He was seeking some kind of travel souvenir from the fairgrounds. Wishing we had some kind of special trinket, I walked him over toward the direction of the fairground office past all of the other media trucks with their giant satellite dishes. He shared with me about the the different media here--locally, from the Bay Area, and nationally. I shared a little bit with him about who we were and that though we are in Placerville, we are not in Placer County. Earlier in the day, I glimpsed a reporter "on the field" submit her report for the midday news. Now if we could only get a little bit of publicity (the good kind, of course) for Imagination Theater, then people would know where to find us.

This is why it's a little bit busy here today. A press conference is scheduled today at 3:00 p.m.

More Tuna

A little more Tuna fun. . .

Greater Tuna opens just a few weeks away!

Imagination Theater! presents the hilarious comedy, Greater Tuna about Texas' third smallest town, where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies. Tuna is redneck America, and it's as clever as it is entertaining. Two actors play each and every one of the characters - a total of 20 in Greater Tuna . . . jumping in and out of dresses or overalls in as little as nine seconds!

Check the dates below and contact the theater for tickets at 530-642-0404.

Friday, September 11, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 12, 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 13, 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, September 17, 7:00 p.m.
Friday, September 18, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 19, 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 20, 2:00 p.m.

Friday, September 25, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 26, 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 27, 2:00 p.m.

Friday, October 2, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 3, 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, October 4, 2:00 p.m.

Greater Tuna Comes to IT!

Soon, the IT! Insider hopes to get some pictures up of the "local talent" for the upcoming show, Greater Tuna. But until then, this will have to do. . .



This is from another show. . .somewhere in Tuna, Texas. . .

Get yer tickets now at 530-642-0404. We take plastic, we take paper!

Imagination Theater Needs Your Support

Dear Imagination Theater! Supporter,

I encourage you to come to our 2nd Annual Silent and Live Auction Fundraiser, “An Affair to Remember” on Friday, August 21 at 6:00 p.m. The theater has truly been hit hard by the bad economic climate. Your support is needed for this event as the future of Imagination Theater! depends on the success of this fundraiser.

A Tahoe vacation stay, an Ashland weekend (including a play, backstage tour, dinner, and Bed and Breakfast stay), a beautiful hand made quilt, and many more great items and gift baskets donated by local businesses await. Tickets, $20 advance, $25 at the door, can be purchased by calling the box office at 530-642-0404. If you get voicemail, please leave your name, phone number(s), and the best time to reach you. Tickets are also available at The Printing Press at 1331 Broadway in Placerville.

We can’t emphasize enough how important this fundraiser is to keep Imagination Theater providing live theater in our community. Don’t wait! Purchase your tickets now for this fun filled evening.

Lanny Langston

Greater Tuna - It's a play, not a casserole!

If you want to more about Greater Tuna, check out this video clip below. Our Tuna is not the national touring show, but the down home, right in our backyard, local talent of Placerville. Check out this zany, off the wall comedy. Tickets are available now. 530-642-0404

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Beauty and the Beast Dates

Tickets are now on sale for Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Purchase your tickets early for the best seats. Invite some friends and get a group discount! Contact the box office at 530-642-0404.

Tickets: $17 Adult, $14 Senior, $10 Child, Group 10+ $13, Group 20+ $12

Friday, December 4 - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 5 – 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, December 10 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, December 11 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 12 – 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 13 – 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, December 17 – 7:00 p.m.
Friday, December 18 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, December 19 – 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 20 – 2:00 p.m.
Monday, December 21 – 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 26 – 2:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 27 - 2:00 p.m.

Intermediate Acting Workshop Presentation

During the next two weeks, students will be participating in the Intermediate Acting Workshop. A performance is planned for Thursday evening, August 6 at 7:00 p.m.. Mark your calendars now and plan to join us for this free event. Scenes from Annie and Peter Pan will be presented.

African thunderstorm

Mrs. Potts (from Beauty and the Beast) shared this with me today. It takes awhile for the "storm" to arrive, but it is worth the wait.

African thunderstorm

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