Barksdale Theatre Signature Season 2009 - Boleros for the Disenchanted, The 25th Annnual Putnam County Spelling Bee, The Grpaes of Wrath, Is He Dead by Mark Twain, The Sound of Music

September 18 – October 25, 2009
At Willow Lawn
By José Rivera
Directed by Bruce Miller
Produced in association with the Latin Ballet of Virginia

Playwright José Rivera, the Academy Award nominated screenwriter of The Motorcycle Diaries, revisits his native Puerto Rico in an exploration of love and marriage that reverberates with the passion of Latin love songs. Romance and humor collide when young Flora discovers her fiancé has been cheating on her. Ignoring both her mother's advice that a spell could make him faithful and her father's proposal to have him killed, she changes course and falls for another man - handsome and respectable Eusebio. The couple moves across the world to Alabama and begins a 38 year journey of adventure, disillusion and sacrifice that will forge the deeper love which grows long after the rush of romance has gone. "Magical! An enchanting production that sizzles with passion. José Rivera has penned a heartfelt ode to true love." — Metro (Boston)

Boleros for the Disenchanted is part of the Hispanic Theatre Project

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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
November 20, 2009 – January 17, 2010
At Willow Lawn
Music and lyrics by William Finn
Book by Rachel Sheinkin

This tuneful, offbeat Tony Award-winning musical is a bonafide crowd pleaser that's chock-full of overachievers' angst, bizarre and multi-syllabic words, romance and cliff hanging suspense! The tension is palpable, the excitement is mounting and the heady scent of competition is in the air as six deliciously geeky, philologically industrious young students from across the county take part in what is undoubtedly one of the greatest events of their lives - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. "Can you spell i-r-r-e-s-i-s-t-i-b-l-e? A riotously funny and entirely adorable new musical" - New York Times

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February 12 – March 21, 2010
At Willow Lawn
By Frank Galati
Adapted from the novel by John Steinbeck
Co-produced with Theatre VCU / Part of the Acts of Faith Festival

Winner of the Tony Award and Outer Critics Circle Award, the story of the Joad family and their flight from the dust bowl of Oklahoma is familiar to all. Desperately proud, but reduced to poverty by the loss of their farm and the Great Depression, the Joads pile their few possessions on a battered old truck and head west for California, hoping to find work and a better life. The play stays true to Steinbeck's novel and remains a soaring and deeply moving affirmation of the indomitability of the human spirit, and of the essential goodness and strength which—then as now—resides in the hearts and minds of the "common man," throughout the world. "A thrilling theatrical achievement that gets its power from the still sharp relevance of its human message…" —NY Post

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April 16 – May 23, 2010
At Willow Lawn
By Mark Twain
Adapted by David Ives

Straight from Broadway, this recently discovered comedy by America's master satirist, Mark Twain, combines humorous mistaken identity with Twain's unique point-of-view on the absurdity of the human condition. A desperate young painter attempts to increase the value of this work by faking his own death and returning as a long-lost sister to gain the spoils of his own "legacy". As the riotous scheme unfolds, Twain poses daring questions about fame, greed and the value of art, while poking his signature, mischievous fun at everyone involved. "This glittering production is just plain hilarious. A Broadway boulevard comedy from an era when the boulevards were truly grand." The Journal News

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June 4 – July 3, 2010
At the Empire Theatre
Music by Richard Rodgers,
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse
Co-produced with Theatre IV

The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she’s dispatched to serve as governess for the children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, but when Austria is invaded by the Nazis, they demand the Captain's immediate service in their navy, and the family must plan their escape. This timeless classic features such musical favorites as "My Favorite Things," "Do, Re, Mi," "Edelweiss," "Climb Ev'ry Mountain," and, of course "The Sound of Music." "Reminds us that there is still joy to be found in the simplest things. The hills truly are alive. Just the ticket for these difficult times." -Q107

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	Subscriptions are now available by calling or Box Office (804) 282-2620 or 344-8040 Series Chart added below. Renewing Subscribers - renew by August 17 to keep your current seats. September 18 – October 25, 2009 At Willow Lawn By José Rivera Directed by Bruce Miller Produced in association with the Latin Ballet of Virginia Playwright José Rivera, the Academy Award nominated screenwriter of The Motorcycle Diaries, revisits his native Puerto Rico in an exploration of love and marriage that reverberates with the passion of Latin love songs. Romance and humor collide when young Flora discovers her fiancé has been cheating on her. Ignoring both her mother's advice that a spell could make him faithful and her father's proposal to have him killed, she changes course and falls for another man - handsome and respectable Eusebio. The couple moves across the world to Alabama and begins a 38 year journey of adventure, disillusion and sacrifice that will forge the deeper love which grows long after the rush of romance has gone. "Magical! An enchanting production that sizzles with passion. José Rivera has penned a heartfelt ode to true love." — Metro (Boston) Boleros for the Disenchanted is part of the Hispanic Theatre Project Directions to Willow Lawn Seating Chart November 20, 2009 – January 17, 2010 At Willow Lawn Music and lyrics by William Finn Book by Rachel Sheinkin This tuneful, offbeat Tony Award-winning musical is a bonafide crowd pleaser that's chock-full of overachievers' angst, bizarre and multi-syllabic words, romance and cliff hanging suspense! The tension is palpable, the excitement is mounting and the heady scent of competition is in the air as six deliciously geeky, philologically industrious young students from across the county take part in what is undoubtedly one of the greatest events of their lives - The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. "Can you spell i-r-r-e-s-i-s-t-i-b-l-e? A riotously funny and entirely adorable new musical" - New York Times Directions to Willow Lawn Seating Chart February 12 – March 21, 2010 At Willow Lawn By Frank Galati Adapted from the novel by John Steinbeck *Co-produced with Theatre VCU / Part of the* *Acts of Faith Festival* Winner of the Tony Award and Outer Critics Circle Award, the story of the Joad family and their flight from the dust bowl of Oklahoma is familiar to all. Desperately proud, but reduced to poverty by the loss of their farm and the Great Depression, the Joads pile their few possessions on a battered old truck and head west for California, hoping to find work and a better life. The play stays true to Steinbeck's novel and remains a soaring and deeply moving affirmation of the indomitability of the human spirit, and of the essential goodness and strength which—then as now—resides in the hearts and minds of the "common man," throughout the world. "A thrilling theatrical achievement that gets its power from the still sharp relevance of its human message…" —NY Post Directions to Willow Lawn Seating Chart April 16 – May 23, 2010 At Willow Lawn By Mark Twain Adapted by David Ives Straight from Broadway, this recently discovered comedy by America's master satirist, Mark Twain, combines humorous mistaken identity with Twain's unique point-of-view on the absurdity of the human condition. A desperate young painter attempts to increase the value of this work by faking his own death and returning as a long-lost sister to gain the spoils of his own "legacy". As the riotous scheme unfolds, Twain poses daring questions about fame, greed and the value of art, while poking his signature, mischievous fun at everyone involved. "This glittering production is just plain hilarious. A Broadway boulevard comedy from an era when the boulevards were truly grand." The Journal News Directions to Willow Lawn Seating Chart June 4 – July 3, 2010 At the Empire Theatre Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II Book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse Co-produced with Theatre IV The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical. When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she’s dispatched to serve as governess for the children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, but when Austria is invaded by the Nazis, they demand the Captain's immediate service in their navy, and the family must plan their escape. This timeless classic features such musical favorites as "My Favorite Things," "Do, Re, Mi," "Edelweiss," "Climb Ev'ry Mountain," and, of course "The Sound of Music." "Reminds us that there is still joy to be found in the simplest things. The hills truly are alive. Just the ticket for these difficult times." -Q107 Directions to the Empire Theatre Seating Chart (opens in a new window) 2009 - 2010 Season Subscriptions Signature Subscriptions (white rows in chart below) $144* (Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm and Sundays at 2pm) Super Saver Subscriptions (grey rows in chart below) $125* (Wednesdays at 2 & 8pm, Thursdays at 8pm and Saturdays at 2pm * Prices subject to change without notice. Please contact our box office for the latest pricing information. Or you can always subscribe with our Custom Subscription Series AA will include an interpreter for the deaf and hard of hearing. Series weeks have shifted, but day of week and times remain the same. Or you can always subscribe with a Custom Subscription* Subscriptions are now available by calling or Box Office (804) 282-2620 Subscription Renewal Letter renew by August 17, 2009 to keep your seats Signature Season Subscription Renewal 09-10 Click to see the renewal letter full size top of page Willow Lawn Season Hanover Tavern Season Other Events Our Company Get Involved Summer Camp Auditions Theatre IV .

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