WATCH Weekly Report 06-06-18

** WATCH Weekly Report 06-06-18 ** 

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To the WATCH Board, Judges, and Alternates:

As we have mentioned many times before, the matrix that is published at the beginning of the year is meant to be a guideline, and shows get cancelled or changed throughout the year.  A few theaters have had to cancel upcoming shows recently (see below).  So if you were assigned to any of these shows in the matrix, you have one less judging assignment this year. 

• McLean Community Players show scheduled for July
• Hard Bargain Players show scheduled for August 
• Prince George’s Little Theatre show scheduled for August/September 
• Prince George’s Little Theatre show scheduled for December

 

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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.

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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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CLOSING THIS WEEK (1 show closes by June 9)

Greenbelt Arts Center (GAC) – Return to the Forbidden Planet

May 18 – June 9

HBP Judge 4         Jim Watson – res 6/1

KAT Judge 4         Zach Pajak – res 6/8

RCP Judge 2         Joey Olson – res 6/3

Performance Address: 123 Centerway, Greenbelt MD 20770

Theater Website: www.greenbeltartscenter.org

How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Send an email to boxgac@gmail.com. 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: 8:00pm; 2:00pm (matinees)

Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)

Ticket Prices: $22 (adults), $20 (seniors/students/military), $12 (12 & under); musicals are $25, $22 and $14

Watch Rep Name: John Decker

Watch Rep Phone: (301) 345-0465

Watch Rep E-Mail: gac@washingtontheater.org

Directions to performance space(s):

From the Capital Beltway,

1. Take Route 295 (Baltimore-Washington Pkwy) north - stay to the right.

2. Take first ramp onto Route 193, Greenbelt Road - keep staying right and merge onto Greenbelt Rd.

3. 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.

4. 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. The address is 123 Centerway.

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OPENING THIS WEEK (2 shows open June 8)

Damascus Theatre Company (DTC) – The Bridges of Madison County

June 8 – 24

BCT Judge 2         Rose Talbot

CRT Judge 1         David Williams

CPA Judge 2         Beth Terranova – alt Pam & Ted Mussenden

GAC Judge 1        John Decker – res 6/9

HBP Judge 1         Jason Ellis

MCP Judge 3         Laura Peterson

RLT Judge 2          Mary Louise Bishop – res 6/10

RMT Judge 3         Maggie Modig – res 6/10

RTP Judge 3          Jessica Cooperstock

SSI Judge 4           TJ Lukacsina – res 6/10

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

Theater Website: www.damascustheatre.org

How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Call the Gaithersburg Arts Barn at (301) 258-6394 to reserve one free ticket. Identify yourself as a WATCH judge. Must pay for companion ticket

Watch Companion Comp Policy: No free companion tickets offered for shows at the Gaithersburg Arts Barn.

Curtain Times: Evening shows (Thursday, Friday, Saturday): 8:00pm; Matinees (Saturday, Sunday): 2:00pm

Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)

Ticket Prices: $22 for Gaithersburg Arts Barn

Watch Rep Name: Jason Damaso

Watch Rep Phone: (571) 241-6679

Watch Rep E-Mail: dtc@washingtontheater.org

Directions to performance space(s): From I-270: Take Exit 9 for Sam Eig Highway West, North on Great Seneca Highway, Left on Kentlands Blvd, Left on Booth Street, Right on Hart Road to top of hill.

Hard Bargain Players (HBP) – The Heidi Chronicles

June 8 – 23

SSP Judge 2          David Robinson

ACCT Judge 3      Marg Soroos – alt Jayn Rife – res 6/15

DTC Judge 4         Vitol Wiacek – alt Jason Damaso – res 6/9

FCT Judge 2          Evelyn Rice

LMP Judge 4         Mark Allen – res 6/9

PCP Judge 2          Carol Coyle Shea – res 6/16

PGLT Judge 2       Roy Peterson

RCP Judge 2         Joey Olson

RLT Judge 3          Ken Kemp

SSI Judge 3           Julie Press

Performance address: Hard Bargain Farm Amphitheater in the Woods (Alice Ferguson Foundation). Nearest street address for GPS is 2001 Bryan Point Road, Accokeek MD 20607

Please proceed down the path to the concessions/bathroom area to get tickets and programs

Company website: www.hbplayers.org

How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Send email to hbplayersboxoffice@gmail.com. Indicate your name, the show, date, and number of tickets required. You should receive a confirmation email within 24-48 hours

Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available

Curtain times: Friday and Saturday at 8:00 pm

Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)

Ticket Prices: $10 for adult, $8 for students, seniors, and Alice Ferguson Foundation Members (currently although this may change for 2018 season)

WATCH rep name: Brooke Howells

WATCH rep phone:  (240) 299-5204

WATCH rep email: hbp@washingtontheater.org

Directions to performance space(s): To Hard Bargain Amphitheater: From 495 beltway, take the Indian Head Highway (Route 210) exit South towards India Head, follow 210 for approximately 10 miles, then right on Livingston Road, quick right on Biddle Road, Left on Bryan Point Road, 2.1 miles to Hard Bargain Farm. BEWARE - there are several Livingston Road's off of Rt. 210. Landmarks include B&J Carryout and Accokeek Gas on your right and a shopping center with an Exxon, Burger King and Weis on your left.  There will typically be a sign at the amphitheater entrance that announces a “SHOW TONIGHT”.

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RUNNING (5 shows are running now)

Colonial Players of Annapolis (CPA) – Casa Valentina

May 25 – June 17

BCT Judge 2         Rose Talbot

DTC Judge 2         Bill Brown

PPF Judge 4          Kevin Harnisch – res 6/8

RMT Judge 2         Ruth Orland – res 6/16

SMP Judge 4         Kathryn Powers – res 6/10

Performance Address: 108 East Street, Annapolis MD 21401

Theater Website: thecolonialplayers.org

How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Call 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, Friday, Saturday evenings at 8 pm, Sunday matinees at 2 pm

Seating Type: Reserved

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

Watch Rep Name: Craig Mummey

Watch Rep Phone: (301) 928-8666

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 (these are not free), directions, and a map are available on our website.

Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) – The Nance

June 2 – 23

SSP Judge 3          Gene Valendo – res 6/6

TAP Judge 1          Todd Paul – res 6/15

FCT Judge 4          Chris Noe – res 6/9

GAC Judge 2        Gretchen Jacobs

KAT Judge 2         Jared Johnson

MP Judge 1           Andy & Jean Aviles

PGLT Judge 3       Mary Rogers

PWLT Judge 1      Pam Cribbs

PPF Judge 4          Kevin Harnisch

RMT Judge 1         Lee Rosenthal – res 6/8

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: 8:00 p.m. Wednesday - Saturday / 3:00 p.m. Sunday

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 phone: (703) 837-0836

WATCH rep email: 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 have two hour parking limitations. 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.
Handicapped parking is located on St. Asaph Street next to LTA's courtyard.

Providence Players of Fairfax (PPF) – California Suite

June 1 – 16

ACCT Judge 1      Jayn Rife – res 6/8

CPA Judge 1         Danny Brooks

GAC Judge 3        Dennis Giblin – res 6/10

KAT Judge 3         Stefanie Nelson

LTA Judge 1         Jennifer Lyman – res 6/9

PWLT Judge 4      Laura Mills

RLT Judge 4          Laura Andruski – res 6/2

SSI Judge 2           Alex Porter

SSS Judge 1          David L. Gorsline

Performance Address: James Lee Community Center, 2855 Annandale Rd., Falls Church VA 22042 
Theater Website: www.providenceplayers.org 
How to reserve WATCH judge tickets: Email providenceplayerstickets@cox.net or call 703-425-6782 
Watch Companion Comp Policy: Free companion ticket available 
Curtain Times: Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:30PM

Sunday matinees at 2:00PM
Seating Type: Reserved 
Ticket Prices: $20 for adults; $17 for seniors and students 
Watch Rep Name: Mario Font 
Watch Rep Phone: (703) 201-3459 
Watch Rep E-Mail: ppf@washingtontheater.org 
Directions to performance space(s):

From Arlington:

Take Arlington Boulevard (US-50) west toward Fairfax and turn right onto Annandale Road.  Go .3 miles and James Lee Community Center is on your right.  Theater entrance is facing Annandale Road.

From Fairfax:

Take Arlington Boulevard (US-50) east toward Arlington and turn left onto Annandale Road.  Go .3 miles and James Lee Community Center is on your right.  Theater entrance is facing Annandale Road.

From Washington, DC:

Take I-66 across the Potomac River and as you cross into Virginia, merge onto Arlington Blvd/US-50 (right lane).  Go 7.2 miles and turn right onto Annandale Road.  Go .3 miles and James Lee Community Center is on your right.  Theater entrance is facing Annandale Road.

From the Beltway I-495:

From North or South, take exit 50A-B and follow the signs toward Arlington.  Take Arlington Boulevard (US-50) east toward Arlington and turn left onto Annandale Road.  Go .3 miles and James Lee Community Center is on your right.  Theater entrance is facing Annandale Road.

2nd Star Productions (SSP) – Ragtime

June 1 – 30

Note: This show is starting to sell out.  Please make your reservation ASAP.

TAP Judge 2          Sam Nystrom

CRT Judge 4         Becky Farris – res 6/24

DTC Judge 2         Bill Brown

DS Judge 4            James Maxted – res 6/22

FCT Judge 1          Cynthia Waldman – res 6/10

LMP Judge 3         Anne Hull – res 6/10

MP Judge 4           Joy Wyne & Roger Stone

PTP Judge 4          Mike Gahan – res 6/16

RCP Judge 1         Jerry Morse – res 6/24

SMP Judge 2         Alexis Truitt

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.

Watch Companion Comp Policy:  Free companion ticket available

Curtain times: Evenings 8 PM, Matinees 3 PM. Closing show last Saturday 3 PM

Seating Type: General Admission (not reserved)

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

WATCH rep name: Joe Biddle

WATCH rep phone: (410) 599-4830

WATCH judge email: 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.

Silver Spring Stage (SSS) – A Delicate Balance

June 1 – 23

CRT Judge 2         Lauren Smith

DTC Judge 1         Jason Damaso – res 6/23

DS Judge 1            Matthew Randall – res 6/23

HBP Judge 2         Kaitelyn Dieguez

LMP Judge 2         Michael Hartsfield – res 6/8

MCP Judge 2         Carol Strachan – res 6/15

PPF Judge 1          Mario Font – res 6/23

RCP Judge 3         Cheryl Kenny – res 6/10

RMT Judge 2         Ruth Orland – res 6/23

RTP Judge 1          Ted Ballard – res 6/17

Performance address: 10145 Colesville Road, Silver Spring MD 20901 (in Woodmoor Shoping 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: 8:00pm; 2:00pm (Matinees)

Seating Type: Reserved

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

WATCH rep name: David Gorsline

WATCH rep phone: (703) 447-9989

WATCH rep email: 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. The Stage is at the north end of the shopping center between the 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 NEXT WEEK (no shows open June 15)

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OPENING IN TWO WEEKS (no shows open June 22)

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CLOSED – 108 shows: 52 closed - 39 with all ballots, 12 with outstanding ballots, 1 closed with less than 10 ballots.

Note: Only recently closed shows and those still missing ballots appear below.  35 additional shows have closed with all ballots received.

Rockville Little Theatre (RLT) – The Underpants

January 26 – February 4

PCP Judge 2          Carol Coyle Shea – missed because of weather - NO BALLOT

Montgomery Playhouse (MP) – Love, Loss and What I Wore

April 20 – May 6

CRT Judge 2         Lauren Smith – res 5/4

Rockville Little Theatre (RLT) – Radium Girls

April 27 – May 6

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Silver Spring Stage (SSS) – The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence

April 13 – May 5

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Little Theatre of Alexandria (LTA) – Harvey

April 21 – May 12

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Prince George's Little Theatre (PGLT) – Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

April 20 – May 12

DTC Judge 2         Bill Brown – res 5/11

PWLT Judge 2      Natalie Foley – res 4/21

Reston Community Players (RCP) – Thoroughly Modern Millie

April 20 – May 12

DS Judge 3            Gary DiNardo – res 5/11

Dominion Stage (DS) – How I Learned to Drive

May 4 – 19

LMP Judge 3         Anne Hull – res 5/5

Fauquier Community Theatre (FCT) – Big Fish

May 4 – 20

PGLT Judge 4       Aref Dajani – res

Hard Bargain Players (HBP) – A Midsummer Night’s Dream

May 10 – 19

PWLT Judge 2      Natalie Foley – alt Don Wilson – res 5/19

Laurel Mill Playhouse (LMP) – Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

April 27 – May 20

CRT Judge 2         Lauren Smith – res 5/19

Port Tobacco Players (PTP) – Calendar Girls

May 4 – 20

RLT Judge 1          Anne Cary & Miriam Bowden – res 5/20

Rooftop Players (RTP) – The Addams Family

May 4 – 19

Matinee on May 5 at 2:00pm

FCT Judge 1          Cynthia Waldman – alt Don Wilson – res 5/18

RLT Judge 3          Ken Kemp – res 5/19

St. Mark's Players (SMP) – South Pacific

May 4 – 19

MCP Judge 2         Carol Strachan – alt Patti Green Roth – res 5/19

Castaways Repertory Theatre (CRT) – Beauty and the Beast

May 4 – 27

ALL BALLOTS RECEIVED!

Kensington Arts Theatre (KAT) – Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

May 11 – 26

TAP Judge 4          Will Shingler – res

MP Judge 1           Andy & Jean Aviles – res 5/12

PGLT Judge 1       Roger Paradis – alt Roy Peterson – res 5/18

Silhouette Stages (SSI) – Big Fish

May 11 – 27

CRT Judge 2         Lauren Smith – res 5/27

HBP Judge 3         Heather Bauer – res 5/25

PGLT Judge 2       Roy Peterson – res 5/20

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Okay, thanks!

Kira