** WATCH Weekly Report 05-29-24 **
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To the WATCH Board, Judges, and Alternates:
Margaret is out of town, returning on Sunday. So you will not receive any email ballot confirmations during this time.
Also, I am in need of an alternate for a currently running show. Please review the report and let me know if you can help out.
TIP OF THE WEEK: Try to fill out your ballot right after
you see the show. I don’t close balloting for 30 days from show
closing, but memories fade, and your ballot is most accurate when done
immediately. It also means I won’t have to bug you to get your ballot
in. And, I won’t lie – I get an adrenaline rush when I can mark a show
with “all ballots received”.
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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:
- DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL. It’s very long, and the reply will include the entire thing. Please send a new email to watchadjudication@gmail.com
- DO email me your reservation dates. Really, I want to know!
- DO search this entire report for your name, including in the “Closed” section to see if you owe any ballots.
- 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 – https://www.washingtontheater.org/wp-content/uploads/JustTheFacts2024.pdf
Training materials – https://www.washingtontheater.org/for-judges/adjudication-criteria/
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CLOSING THIS WEEK (no shows close by June 2)
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OPENING THIS WEEK (3 shows open May 31)
Greenbelt Arts Center (GAC) – Fiveplay
May 31 – June 15
ACCT Judge 4 Shelagh Roberts
ASGT Judge 2 Lauren Winther-Hansen – reserved
BCT Judge 2 Reed Sigmon – reserved
FCT Judge 1 Bryan Marsh
HBP Judge 1 Jim Watson – reserved
KAT Judge 2 Ben Simpson
PPF Judge 3 Sarah Baczewski – reserved
RCP Judge 4 Nida Syed – alt Elizabeth Mykietyn – reserved
RLT Judge 2 Karen Fleming – reserved
RMT Judge 4 Rose Weich – reserved
Performance Address: 123 Centerway, Greenbelt MD 20770
Company Website: www.greenbeltartscenter.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Send an email to boxgac@greenbeltartscenter.org. Indicate your name, phone number, the show, performance date and number of tickets required. You will receive a confirmation email
Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm; Sundays at 2:00pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: Plays: $24 Adult, $22 Senior (60+)/Military, $12 Child (under 13 with adult)/Student (13 – 23)
Musicals: $27, $24 and $14, respectively
Watch Rep Name: John Decker
Watch Rep E-Mail: gac@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From the Capital Beltway: Take Route 295 (Baltimore-Washington Pkwy) north - stay to the right. Take first ramp onto Route 193, Greenbelt Road - keep staying right and merge onto Greenbelt Rd. Just ahead is a light for Southway, you can go all the way to the light and turn right or use the right exit to “Baltimore-Washington Parkway” which will also allow merge onto Southway. Take Southway into the center of town. After crossing Crescent Road, Southway becomes Centerway, take the first left and proceed through the parking lot, then to the right down the hill. The Greenbelt Arts Center is in the lower level of Roosevelt Center, down the stairs from the main level with the movie theater, grocery store, and New Deal Cafe.
Hard Bargain Players (HBP) – The Christians
May 31 – June 15
CFTC Judge 2 Jessica Russo Revand – reserved
CPA Judge 2 Terry Averill
DS Judge 3 Gary DiNardo
KCP Judge 3 Kay Holcombe
LMP Judge 2 Larry Simmons
PTP Judge 3 Mike Gahan – alt Kyle Bailey
RCP Judge 1 Lisa Freese
SSS Judge 2 Debbie Peetz and William Kolodrubetz
TAP Judge 2 Carol Strachan – alt Brittany Bolick
VLOC Judge 2 Kent Woods
Performance Address: 2001 Bryan Point Road, Accokeek MD 20607
Company Website: www.hardbargainplayers.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Call or text 301-643-6129
Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $15
Watch Rep Name: Suzanne Donohue
Watch Rep E-Mail: hbp@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): The theatre in the woods is located approximately 2 miles west of Indian Head Highway (Route 210)
2nd Star Productions (SSP) – Dreamgirls
May 31 – June 29
This show is selling quickly – the first two performances are already sold out. Please make your reservation ASAP.
GAC Judge 3 Jason Damaso – alt Mario Font – reserved
KAT Judge 3 Zach Pajak – reserved
KCP Judge 4 Dianne Koval – alt Tracy Husted
LMP Judge 3 Lorraine Brooks – reserved
LTA Judge 2 Scott Strasbaugh – reserved
MP Judge 3 Spencer Pilcher
PTP Judge 2 Kim Bessler – reserved
RLT Judge 3 Anne Cary / Emily Meyers
RMT Judge 1 Cathy Kieserman
SSS Judge 3 David Gorsline – reserved
Performance Address: Bowie Playhouse at White Marsh Park, 16500 White Marsh Park Drive, Bowie MD 20715
Company Website: 2ndstarproductions.com
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: E-mail boxoffice@2ndstarproductions.org, identify yourself as a WATCH judge and provide the show title, date, time, and number of tickets. Please note that musicals at 2nd Star frequently sell out early in the run, especially matinees. Please reserve early, especially for matinees and dates later in the run
Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm; Sundays at 2:00pm. Closing show is Saturday at 2:00pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: General $25, Senior/Student/Military $22
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 13B and follow directions above.
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RUNNING (2 shows are running now)
Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre (ASGT) – The Prom
May 23 – June 15
BCT Judge 1 Fred Nelson – reserved
LTA Judge 3 Brittany Huffman – ALTERNATE NEEDED
MP Judge 2 Joy Wyne – reserved
PPF Judge 1 Ward Kay – reserved
PWLT Judge 4 Sallie Willows
RLT Judge 1 David Gross – reserved
RTP Judge 3 Dave Reph
SMP Judge 4 Roger Munter
SP Judge 2 Julia Braxton
SSP Judge 4 Aref Dajani
Performance Address: 143 Compromise Street, Annapolis, MD 21401
Company Website: www.summergarden.com
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Contact the box office at boxoffice@summergarden.com and let them know you are a WATCH judge in need of tickets. Please keep in mind that we are an outdoor theater, so performances are subject to rain out for the safety of our performers. If this happens, your ticket can be used for another performance, but you will need to coordinate that rain date with the box office
Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Thursday – Sunday at 8:30 pm
Seating Type: Reserved
Ticket Prices: $30 regular, $25 Groups of 10 or more
Watch Rep Name: Carolyn Kirby
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 (to the right of 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 (approximately 300 feet). ASGT is on your right. Look for our marquee. Allow enough time to locate limited paid parking.
Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) – Is He Dead?
May 18 – June 8
ACCT Judge 2 Christine Tankersley
CRT Judge 4 Nancy Kiffer
DS Judge 2 Zell Murphy – reserved
FCT Judge 2 Diane King
GAC Judge 2 Gretchen Jacobs
HBP Judge 3 Heather Bauer
PPF Judge 2 Mario Font – reserved
SP Judge 3 Kim Fry – reserved
SSP Judge 1 Diane Schwartz – reserved
VLOC Judge 3 Stevie Miller – 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, Jeffrey Westlake, at boxoffice@thelittletheatre.com or call the Business Office at 703-683-5778, ext. 1 (NOT the direct Box Office line and NOT online). Please note: Jeff's office hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00am - 5:00pm, so you may only hear back from him during that time
Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Wednesday – Saturday at 8:00 pm; Sunday at 3:00 pm
Seating Type: Reserved
Ticket Prices: Plays: $21 (Wed, Thurs), $24 (Fri, Sat, Sun); Musicals: $29 (Wed, Thurs), $34 (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.
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OPENING NEXT WEEK (4 shows open June 7)
Dominion Stage (DS) – Rent
June 7 – 22
ASGT Judge 3 Jeff Slater
CFTC Judge 1 Stacey Claytor
CPA Judge 4 Beth Terranova – reserved
CRT Judge 3 Krista Grimmett – reserved
LMP Judge 4 Marge McGugan
LTA Judge 1 Franklin Coleman – reserved
PWLT Judge 1 Terri Ritchey – reserved
RTP Judge 2 Jessica Cooperstock
SMP Judge 1 Caroline Adams
TAP Judge 4 Will Shingler
Performance Address: Gunston Arts Center Theatre Two, 2700 S. Lang Street, Arlington VA 22206
Company Website: www.dominionstage.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Email boxoffice@dominionstage.org; identify yourself as a WATCH judge (company and judge #), your name and phone number, date you want to attend, and if you are requesting a companion ticket
Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Thursday - Saturday at 8:00 pm. No matinees or Sunday performances, unless specially announced
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $25 plays; $30 musicals
Watch Rep Name: Mary Beth Smith-Toomey
Watch Rep E-Mail: ds@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From I-395, take the Rte 120/South Glebe Road exit, proceed East on South Glebe Road and turn left at S. Lang Street, which is AFTER the Giant Shopping Center. The Gunston School and Arts Center complex is on the left; enter and go uphill (away from the soccer fields) to the main building. Theatre Two can be accessed by driving around the side of the main building to a smaller parking lot and separate entrance for Theatre Two.
Montgomery Playhouse (MP) – Peter and the Starcatcher
June 7 – 23
CFTC Judge 3 Courtney Marsh
DS Judge 3 Gary DiNardo
PPF Judge 4 Tara Tripp
PTP Judge 1 Rose Talbot
PWLT Judge 2 Jon Radulovic
RMT Judge 2 Eric Scerbo
SSP Judge 2 Gene Valendo – reserved
SSS Judge 2 Debbie Peetz and William Kolodrubetz
TAP Judge 1 Alden Michels
VLOC Judge 3 Stevie Miller
Performance Address: Gaithersburg Arts Barn, 311 Kent Square Rd, Gaithersburg MD 20878
Company Website: www.montgomeryplayhouse.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Contact the Artistic Director, Cassandra Redding at cassandra@montgomeryplayhouse.org or by phone at (240) 246-6710
Watch Companion Comp Policy: No companion ticket
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm; Sundays at 2:00pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $22 Adults, $20 Students (ages 15 – 21); Check MP webpage for Youth prices (14 & Under)
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
Watch Rep Name: Joy Wyne
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.
Silver Spring Stage (SSS) – Assassins
June 7 – 23
BCT Judge 4 Joanne Bauer / Jennifer Franklin
CPA Judge 1 Amy & Richard Atha-Nicholls – reserved
FCT Judge 4 Tina Embree
KCP Judge 2 Meredith Fogle – alt Rob Gorman
LTA Judge 4 Patti Crowley
MP Judge 1 Andy & Jean Aviles
PWLT Judge 4 Sallie Willows
RCP Judge 3 Kaitlyn DeLitta
RLT Judge 1 Ken Kemp / David Gross
SSP Judge 4 Aref Dajani
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 boxoffice@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 and 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 make a double-crossing of 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 (currently a Bank of America branch). Look for the Stage's lighted marquee. The most plentiful parking is available behind the center: pass the bank and turn right on Timberwood Avenue and then turn right again into the parking lot.
Victorian Lyric Opera Company (VLOC) – Ruddigore
June 7 – 16
ACCT Judge 3 Marg Soroos – reserved
CRT Judge 2 Sally Ann Flores
HBP Judge 1 Jim Watson – reserved
KAT Judge 1 Kat Brais
LMP Judge 1 Anne Hull – reserved
PPF Judge 2 Mario Font – alt Sarah Baczewski – reserved
RMT Judge 4 Rose Weich – reserved
RTP Judge 4 Vince Worthington
SMP Judge 3 Courtney Elkins
SP Judge 1 James Bowen-Collinson
Performance Address: F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, 603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851
Company Website: www.vloc.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Please email victorianlyricopera@gmail.com for reservations
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: $28 Adults; $26 Seniors (65+); $24 Students
Watch Rep Name: Amanda Jones
Watch Rep E-Mail: vloc@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From I-270: Take Route 28, Rockville Exit. Go East on Route 28 for two miles, crossing Rockville Pike, and then over a bridge. Turn left at the traffic light onto First Street, still on Route 28. Turn right at the next traffic light onto Baltimore Road. Go four blocks and turn left on Edmonston and then immediately right into the Civic Center.
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OPENING IN TWO WEEKS (2 shows open June 13 or 14)
Providence Players of Fairfax (PPF) – Twelve Angry Jurors
June 13 – 22
BCT Judge 1 Fred Nelson
CFTC Judge 4 Jim Eckloff
FCT Judge 3 Chris Noe
GAC Judge 4 Cate Krage
LMP Judge 3 Lorraine Brooks
PTP Judge 4 Melissa Linsky
PWLT Judge 1 Terri Ritchey
RMT Judge 3 Maggie Modig
RTP Judge 3 Dave Reph
VLOC Judge 1 Amanda Jones
Performance Address: James Lee Community Center, 2855 Annandale Rd., Falls Church VA 22042
Company Website: www.providenceplayers.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Email tickets@providenceplayers.org or call (703) 425-6782
Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Thursday – Saturday at 7:30 pm; Sunday, June 16 at 2:00 pm
Seating Type: Reserved
Ticket Prices: $21 for adults; $18 for seniors and students
Watch Rep Name: Mario Font
Watch Rep E-Mail: ppf@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): From the beltway, take exit 50 A-B and follow the signs for Arlington. Take Arlington Blvd (Rte. 50) East toward Arlington for ~2 miles; turn left onto Annandale Road. The James Lee Community Center will be on your right about .3 mile.
Rooftop Productions (RTP) – Rumors
June 14 – 23
ACCT Judge 2 Christine Tankersley
ASGT Judge 4 Matthew Walter
DS Judge 1 Matthew Randall
GAC Judge 1 John Decker
HBP Judge 4 Thomas Donohue
MP Judge 4 Cassandra Redding / Roger Stone
RCP Judge 1 Lisa Freese
RLT Judge 4 Laura W. Andruski
SP Judge 2 Julia Braxton
SSP Judge 3 David Robinson
Performance Address: Wind River Theater at the ARTfactory, 9419 Battle Street Manassas VA 20110
Company Website: www.virginiaartfactory.org
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Call the ARTfactory and let them know you are a WATCH judge. You will need to provide your name and email. Each judge will be e-mailed their tickets.
Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available
Curtain Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm; Sundays at 2:00pm
Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)
Ticket Prices: $30 Adults ($25 Early Bird pricing); $25 Students and Seniors 65+ ($20 Early Bird pricing)
Watch Rep Name: Kimberly Kemp
Watch Rep E-Mail: rtp@washingtontheater.org
Directions to performance space(s): Take 495 to 95 S. Exit 150 towards Manassas (234). Take a Right on Dumfries Road. Right on Center Street, Right on Battle Street. We are the building on the left before you reach the railroad tracks, but you will have to park in the parking deck or the train lot
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CLOSED – 111 shows scheduled in 2024: 42 closed – 32 with all ballots, 10 with outstanding ballots, 0 closed with less than 10 ballots
Note: Only recently closed shows and those still missing ballots appear below. 29 additional shows have closed with all ballots received.
Bowie Community Theatre (BCT) – Shadow Hour
April 5 – 28
MP Judge 1 Andy & Jean Aviles – reserved; ballot sent
Kentlands Community Players (KCP) – They're Playing Our Song
April 12 – 28
TAP Judge 4 Will Shingler – reserved; ballot sent
Providence Players of Fairfax (PPF) – Surviving Grace
April 12 – 27
TAP Judge 3 Brittany Bolick – reserved
Silver Spring Stage (SSS) – A Midsummer Night's Dream
April 12 – 28
CRT Judge 4 Nancy Kiffer – reserved
HBP Judge 2 Heather Wetherald – reserved; ballot sent
VLOC Judge 3 Stevie Miller – reserved; ballot sent
Sterling Playmakers (SP) – The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
April 19 – 28
ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!
Greenbelt Arts Center (GAC) – A Man of No Importance
April 12 – May 4
HBP Judge 2 Heather Wetherald – reserved
LMP Judge 3 Lorraine Brooks – reserved
RTP Judge 2 Jessica Cooperstock – reserved
Reston Community Players (RCP) – The Prom
April 19 – May 5
DS Judge 2 Zell Murphy – alt Gary DiNardo – reserved
SMP Judge 2 Paul Brewster – alt Alicia Yass – reserved
VLOC Judge 3 Stevie Miller – reserved
Rockville Little Theatre (RLT) – Murder on the Orient Express
May 3 – 12
DS Judge 3 Gary DiNardo – reserved
Colonial Players of Annapolis (CPA) – The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime
April 26 – May 18
ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!
Fauquier Community Theatre (FCT) – Tuck Everlasting
May 3 – 19
ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!
Laurel Mill Playhouse (LMP) – Avenue Q
April 26 – May 19
CRT Judge 4 Nancy Kiffer – reserved
FCT Judge 2 Diane King – alt Bryan Marsh – reserved
HBP Judge 3 Heather Bauer – alt Thomas Donohue – reserved
MP Judge 4 Cassandra Redding – reserved
Port Tobacco Players (PTP) – A Raisin in the Sun
May 3 – 19
VLOC Judge 1 Amanda Jones – reserved
St. Mark's Players (SMP) – Love's Labour's Lost: The Musical
May 3 – 18
PTP Judge 1 Rose Talbot – reserved
RTP Judge 2 Jessica Cooperstock – alt Vince Worthington – reserved
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Okay, thanks!
Kira
