WATCH Weekly Report 06-19-19

** WATCH Weekly Report 06-19-19 ** 

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To the WATCH Board, Judges, and Alternates:

TIP OF THE WEEK:  Please double check the start time of the performance you are judging.  Start times vary by theater, so do not assume you know what time they start.  Also, please make every effort to be on time.  Sometimes things happen very early in the show that are crucial to character and/or plot development that could impact your scores.  And they do know you are a WATCH judge when you are late, and often let me know.  We all know that traffic is terrible in this area, so if necessary, try leaving a little earlier to account for that.

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NOTE:  Balloting for a show closes 30 days after the show closes.  If you owe us a ballot, please get it in as soon as possible.

Friendly Reminders:

1.      DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL.  It’s very long, and the reply will include the entire thing, clogging my inbox.  Please send a new email to adjudication@washingtontheater.org

2.      DO email me your reservation dates.  Really, I want to know!

3.      DO search this entire report for your name, including in the “Closed” section to see if you owe any ballots.

4.      If you go see a show that you were not assigned to see, please let me know in case we need an alternate.  Try to keep the playbills for all shows you see at WATCH company theaters, at least until you see that it has closed with all ballots received.  Similarly, if you see a note that an alternate is needed and you are available to see that show, please let me know.

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Just the Facts - http://www.washingtontheater.org/wp-content/uploads/JustTheFacts2019.pdf

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CLOSING THIS WEEK (2 shows close by June 23)

Colonial Players of Annapolis (CPA) – Towards Zero

May 31 – June 22

GAC Judge 3        Roy Peterson – reserved

MP Judge 4           Joy Wyne & Roger Stone – reserved

PPF Judge 3          Robbie Snow – reserved

PTP Judge 1          AnnaBelle Lowe – reserved

PWLT Judge 2      Natalie Foley

Performance Address: 108 East Street, Annapolis MD 21401

Company Website: thecolonialplayers.org

How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Call the box office at 410-268-7373 (option 2) or email boxoffice@thecolonialplayers.org and identify yourself as a WATCH judge

Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available

Curtain Times: Thursday – Saturday evenings at 8 pm, Sunday matinees at 2 pm

Seating Type: Reserved

Ticket Prices: $23 Standard, $18 Seniors (65+)/Students/Active Military with ID

Watch Rep Name: Craig Mummey

Watch Rep E-Mail: cpa@washingtontheater.org

Directions to performance space(s): Colonial Players is located on East St, one half block east of State Circle. Parking for the theater is easiest to find at the state garage on Calvert Street near St. John’s College, which is open from 6 in the evening weeknights and all weekends free of charge. Driving from Route 50 East – take Rowe Blvd. South Exit 24. Proceed approximately 1 mile.

If you wish to go directly to the state parking garage, stay in the left lane when crossing the College Creek bridge. Turn left at the next light onto Calvert Street. Go to the stop sign and turn left on to St. John's St. The garage entrance is on the left. The theater is about 6 blocks away. From the garage, walk up St. John’s Street and cross College Avenue. Proceed on North St. to State Circle. Turn left on State Circle and walk two blocks to East St. Turn left and the theater will be on your left a half block ahead. Additional parking garage locations, directions, and a map are available on our website.

Montgomery Playhouse (MP) – How the Other Half Loves

June 7 – 23

CRT Judge 3         Richard Prien – reserved

DS Judge 3            Gary DiNardo – alt Matthew Randall – reserved

PPF Judge 4          Kevin Harnisch

RCP Judge 3         Lisa Freese – reserved

RLT Judge 2          Mary Louise Bishop – reserved

RTP Judge 1          Ted Ballard – reserved

TCP Judge 1          Kenneth Cline – reserved

Performance Address: Gaithersburg Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Rd, Gaithersburg MD 20878

Company Website: MontgomeryPlayhouse.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Contact the Executive Producer - David Jones for tickets at drdrj@verizon.net  
Watch Companion Comp Policy: No companion ticket
Curtain Times: Friday and Saturdays at 8:00pm; Sundays at 2:00pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $20 for play, $22 for musical

Note: No refunds or exchanges.  The Arts Barn suggests paying for companion tickets on the day of performances.  The box office is open M-F from 10-5 and one hour prior to performance.  Tickets can be purchased with Credit card or cash.
Watch Rep Name: Judy Mayer
Watch Rep E-Mail: mp@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): I 270 North or South to Sam Eig Highway West. North on Great Seneca Highway, Left on Kentlands Blvd., Left on Boothe Street, Right on Hart Rd. to top of hill. Directions can also be obtained by calling Montgomery Playhouse at 301-977-5751.

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OPENING THIS WEEK (no shows open June 21)

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RUNNING (2 shows are running now)

Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) – A Fox on the Fairway

June 8 – 29

ASGT Judge 2       Lauren Winther-Hansen – reserved

CFTC Judge 2       Ashley-Rose Dickey – reserved

FCT Judge 1          Scott Strasbaugh – alt Bryan Marsh

PCP Judge 1          Bob Shea – reserved

PWLT Judge 1      Pam Cribbs – reserved

Performance Address: 600 Wolfe Street, Alexandria VA 22314

Company Website: www.thelittletheatre.com

How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Email the Box Office Manager, Crissy Wilke, at crissy@thelittletheatre.com or call the Business Office at 703-683-5778, ext. 1 (NOT the direct Box Office line and NOT online).  Please note: Crissy is only in the office Tuesday through Friday, so you will only hear back from her on one of those days

Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available

Curtain Times: Wednesday – Saturday at 8:00 p.m. / Sunday at 3:00 p.m.

Seating Type: Reserved

Ticket Prices: Plays: $19 (Wed, Thurs), $22 (Fri, Sat, Sun), Musicals: $27 (Wed, Thurs), $32 (Fri, Sat, Sun)

Watch Rep Name: Kira Hogan

Watch Rep E-Mail: lta@washingtontheater.org

Directions to performance space(s): From Points North - "How would you get to Reagan National Airport?" That's the first question to answer. Once you've gotten onto the GW Parkway and passed the airport on your left, continue heading south. The Parkway becomes Washington Street as you enter the city of Alexandria. Cross King Street and take the third left after King onto Wolfe Street. You will find LTA on the right hand side of the street, at the corner of Wolfe and St. Asaph streets.

From The Capital Beltway - take the exit for Route 1 North. As you exit on the ramp, you'll drive onto Route 1 and get in the right lane immediately. Take the first right, onto Franklin St. At the light, make a left onto Washington Street. Pass two lights and make a right onto Wolfe St. LTA is at the corner of Wolfe and St. Asaph streets.

Parking - Parking is on the street. Watch posted signs, as some areas have two hour parking limitations and some require payment. The Capital One Bank on the corner of Wilkes and Washington streets lets our patrons park in their lot when the bank is closed. Please note The Capital One Bank has extended their hours to include evening and weekend hours. Please make sure not to use their parking lot when they are open.

There are several garages within walking distance - one is on Washington Street, near King, and there are several on Pitt, near King. Look for the "Public Parking" signs.

One handicap accessible parking space is located on St Asaph Street next to LTA’s courtyard.

2nd Star Productions (SSP) – Gypsy

May 31 – June 29

Matinees tend to sell out after opening weekend. The later weekends can also be tough.  If you have not yet made a reservation, please do so ASAP.

DTC Judge 2         Bill Brown

HBP Judge 3         Heather Bauer

TAP Judge 4          Will Shingler – reserved

TCP Judge 1          Kenneth Cline – reserved

Performance Address: Bowie Playhouse at White Marsh Park, 16500 White Marsh Park Drive, Bowie MD 20715

Company Website: www.2ndstarproductions.com

How to reserve WATCH judge tickets:  Call (410) 757-5700 or (301) 832-4819. Identify yourself as a WATCH judge and give all pertinent information.  Please note that the matinees for musicals at 2nd Star frequently sell out. Please reserve early especially if you want to go to a matinee.

Watch Companion Comp Policy:  Free companion ticket available

Curtain Times: Friday and Saturday evenings at 8 PM; Sunday matinees at 3 PM.  Closing show is Saturday at 3 PM

Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)

Ticket Prices: Gen $22, Senior/student/military $19

Watch Rep Name: Joe Biddle

Watch Rep E-Mail: ssp@washingtontheater.org

Directions to performance space(s): From Washington – Take Rt 50 East; take exit 13B Rt 3 toward Crofton; 2 miles to signal at Rt 450 West; make a U-turn, and look for the White Marsh Park and Bowie Playhouse signs on the right. Drive to the end of the road and park in the lot on the left. The theater is down the paved lane on the right.

From Annapolis – Take Rt 50 West; take exit 13 B and follow directions above.

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OPENING NEXT WEEK (2 shows open June 27 or 28)

Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (ASGT) – Songs for a New World

June 27 – July 20

ACCT Judge 1      Jayn Rife – reserved

BCT Judge 3         Portia Bagley

CRT Judge 4         Becky Farris

DTC Judge 2         Bill Brown

PWLT Judge 1      Pam Cribbs

RLT Judge 3          Laura Andruski

RMT Judge 4         Eric Scerbo

SSI Judge 4           TJ Lukacsina – reserved

SSP Judge 4          Kim Ethridge

SSS Judge 4          Michael Kharfen

Performance Address: 143 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
Company Website: summergarden.com
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Contact boxoffice@summergarden.com, and copy the WATCH rep at agladden88@gmail.com. Please include in the email the number of tickets, and the date you would like to attend.

Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Thursdays – Sundays, and select Wednesdays @ 8:30 pm
Seating Type: Reserved
Ticket Prices: $25

Watch Rep Name: Ashley Gladden
Watch Rep E-Mail: asgt@washingtontheater.org

Directions to performance space(s): From Maryland Route 50:  Take Route 50 to exit 24 (Rowe Boulevard) heading east toward downtown Annapolis.

Follow Rowe Boulevard to the end (at the State House), and then turn right.

Merge onto Church Circle and stay in the right hand lane.

Proceed to Duke of Gloucester Street (between Bank of America & The Maryland Inn). Turn right onto Duke of Gloucester.

Take your second left onto Green Street and follow it to the stop sign.

Turn right and stay right onto Compromise Street for approximately 300 feet.

ASGT is on your right. Look for our lit marquee!

Arriving by water? Hone in on N 38˚ 58.627″ x W 76˚ 29.225″.

Silver Spring Stage (SSS) – Intimate Apparel

June 28 – July 20

ASGT Judge 3       Debbie Funkhouser

CPA Judge 4         Pam & Ted Mussenden – reserved

GAC Judge 4        Penny Martin – alt John Decker

HBP Judge 4         Jim Watson

LTA Judge 2         Kira Hogan – alt Jennifer Lyman – reserved

MCP Judge 2         Laura Peterson – reserved

PCP Judge 2          Carol Coyle-Shea – reserved

RLT Judge 2          Mary Louise Bishop

RMT Judge 1         Lee Rosenthal

TAP Judge 4          Will Shingler

Performance Address: 10145 Colesville Road, Silver Spring MD 20901 (in Woodmoor Shopping Center)

Company Website: www.ssstage.org

How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: E-mail request to contact@ssstage.org. Expect a confirmation message within one to two days.

Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available

Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm; Sundays at 2:00pm 

Seating Type: Reserved

Ticket Prices: $25 adults / $22 juniors & seniors

Watch Rep Name: David Gorsline

Watch Rep E-Mail: sss@washingtontheater.org

Directions to performance space(s): Take Beltway exit 30A (Colesville Road north) and cross University Blvd. The Woodmoor Shopping Center will be immediately on the right. There is limited parking in front of the center.  The entrance to the Stage is at the north end of the shopping center between a drugstore (CVS) and a bank.  Additional parking is available in the back: pass the shopping center and turn right on Timberwood Avenue and right again into the parking lot.

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OPENING IN TWO WEEKS (1 show opens July 5)

Rockville Musical Theatre (RMT) – Hairspray

July 5 – 21

ACCT Judge 3      Marg Soroos

CPA Judge 2         Beth Terranova

CRT Judge 3         Richard Prien

KAT Judge 4         Stefanie Nelson

LMP Judge 4         Mark Allen

PPF Judge 2          Bob Thompson

PWLT Judge 3      Chrissy Mastrangelo

RTP Judge 4          Sallie Willows

SSI Judge 3           Conni Trump Ross

SSS Judge 2          Debbie Peetz & William Kolodrubetz

Performance Address: F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, 603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD

Company Website: www.r-m-t.org

How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: For shows at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, call the box office at 240-314-8690 to reserve up to 2 free tickets. Please identify yourself as a WATCH judge. Reserved seating.

Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available for Fitzgerald

Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm / Sunday at 2:00pm

Seating Type: Reserved

Ticket Prices: $22 for adults

Watch Rep Name: Mark Hamberger

Watch Rep E-Mail: rmt@washingtontheater.org

Directions to performance space(s): From I-270: Take Rt. 28, Rockville Exit. Go East onto 28. Follow Rt. 28 through the city, up and over the bridge. Turn left at the next traffic light (still on 28). Turn right at next traffic light onto Baltimore Rd. Follow signs for Mansion/ Civic Center. The Center is on the left at the first stop sign.

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CLOSED – 109 shows: 52 closed - 43 with all ballots, 8 with outstanding ballots, 1 closed with less than 10 ballots.

Note: Only recently closed shows and those still missing ballots appear below.  36 additional shows have closed with all ballots received.

Fauquier Community Theatre (FCT) – As You Like It

March 8 – 24

CRT Judge 2         Lauren Smith – reserved – NO BALLOT

The Arlington Players (TAP) – Curtains

April 26 – May 11

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Dominion Stage (DS) – P.S. Your Cat Is Dead!

May 3 – 18

PWLT Judge 3      Chrissy Mastrangelo – alt Don Wilson – reserved

Fauquier Community Theatre (FCT) – My Fair Lady

May 3 – 19

RTP Judge 4          Sallie Willows – reserved

Laurel Mill Playhouse (LMP) – Jekyll and Hyde

April 26 – May 19

CRT Judge 2         Lauren Smith – reserved

Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) – The Savannah Disputation

April 27 – May 18

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Reston Community Players (RCP) – Annie

April 26 – May 18

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

St. Mark's Players (SMP) – Gypsy

May 3 – 18

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Castaways Repertory Theatre (CRT) – Seussical

May 3 – 26

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Hard Bargain Players (HBP) – Good People

May 10 – 26

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Kensington Arts Theatre (KAT) – Oliver

May 10 – 26

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Port Tobacco Players (PTP) – Deathtrap

May 17 – June 2

ASGT Judge 3       Debbie Funkhouser – reserved

DS Judge 3            Gary DiNardo – reserved

SSP Judge 4          Kim Ethridge – reserved

Silhouette Stages (SSI) – Cabaret

May 17 – June 2

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Silver Spring Stage (SSS) – The Importance of Being Earnest

May 17 – June 8

RCP Judge 3         Lisa Freese – reserved

RLT Judge 4          Ken Kemp – reserved

RTP Judge 4          Sallie Willows – reserved

Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (ASGT) – Crazy for You

May 23 – June 15

PPF Judge 4          Kevin Harnisch – reserved

SMP Judge 1         Alexis Truitt – reserved

Providence Players of Fairfax (PPF) – Leaving Iowa

May 31 – June 15

ASGT Judge 4       Anne Petrenko – reserved

DS Judge 1            Matthew Randall – reserved

DTC Judge 3         Shelly Horn – reserved

GAC Judge 2        Gretchen Jacobs

PCP Judge 3          Jeff Davis – reserved

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Okay, thanks!

Kira