Belle of Amherst In Previews & Opening Night is Saturday!

In Previews Now:
The Belle of Amherst

by William Luce

Directed by Janis Stevens

Starring Jackie Vanderbeck as Emily Dickinson

In Previews on Our Pollock Stage:
Preview: Thursday March 31 at 6:30 pm
Preview: Friday April 1 at 8:00 pm
Opening Night: Saturday April 2 at 8:00 pm

Show: Sunday April 3 at 2:00 pm

A captivating look at the life and words of Emily Dickinson, William Luce's wonderful one woman show offers us a window into the mind of one of America's most intriguing poets. Luce's script makes use of a great deal of Emily Dickinson's poetry, using her words as a portal into this fascinating woman's world. Janis Stevens directs a production that promises to capture the ethereal nature of Luce's celebrated text and of Emily Dickinson herself.

Students: Remember our special offer for The Belle of Amherst: Buy a student ticket for the student price of $15 and purchase a regular ticket for the same student price of $15 (when purchased at the same time). Come celebrate Emily Dickinson's poetic genius with a parent, teacher or friend.

For tickets, or call 916.443.6722

Janis Stevens
Guest Director

Janis Stevens is an award-winning actress and director, recognized with an Elly for "Best Direction" in 2008, as well as a Drama Desk Award nomination for her off-off Broadway portrayal of Vivien Leigh in Vivien, which she also starred in at Sacramento Theatre Company in the 2007-2008 Season to much success. She recently received a Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle nomination for "Best Female Lead" for Becoming Julia Morgan and is currently gaining acclaim for her portayal of Maria Callas in Master Class at Capitol Stage. This trend of her phenomenal work on plays about powerful female historical figures continues with The Belle of Amherst, in which she directs Jackie Vanderbeck, a Sacramento native who has returned from New York to play Emily Dickinson. The multi-talented Stevens, who has a master's degree of fine arts from the University of Ohio and has worked in Vienna at an English speaking theatre, also teaches at American River College.

The composer Stephen Schwartz

Coming up on our Cabaret Stage:

FROM GODSPELL TO WICKED:

The Musicals of Stephen Schwartz

On our Cabaret Stage April 7-9:

April 7th at 7 pm
April 8th at 8 pm
April 9th at 2 pm and 8 pm

The last of our 2010-2011 Cabaret Series, this fun show celebrates the popular contemporary composer Stephen Schwartz. It features such great musicals as Pippin, The Baker's Wife, Working, and Wicked, as well as songs from his movie musicals, including Pocahontas and The Prince of Egypt. An extended tribute to Wicked will close out the show. The Cabaret is one weekend only and not to be missed!

For tickets, or call 916.443.6722

Don't forget about the many ways Sacramento Theatre Company makes experiencing quality theatre affordable. Here are some opportunities to see our shows at a reduced price:

Previews:

Ticket prices are reduced for previews, and you get the added benefit of seeing the shows before your friends! Regular tickets for previews: $30, for seniors: $25. You can still see The Belle of Amherst in previews Thursday and Friday!

$15 Thursdays:

Any Thursday, Any Show

Best Seats Available, Only $15!
Tickets for $15 Thursdays can now be purchased online as well as through our Box Office. To purchase online here, use the promo code THURS!

Half-Price Rush:

Half-price rush tickets are available one half hour before showtimes, when seats remain.

Remember: Discounts are always available for students and seniors!

Sacramento Theatre Company, in partnership with Western Health Advantage, has launched a Health & Wellness Program for businesses interested in nurturing wellness for their workers.

For more information or to sign up your business, contact Kanisha Morning at 916.446.7501 ext 120

Sacramento Theatre Company has a knack for bringing you the classics without sacrificing creativity or variety. In April, we bring you an ethereal journey into the mind of an intriguing and mysterious poet, a night of musical theatre featuring songs by the clever contemporary composer Stephen Schwartz, and an adventure in 19th century London with one of the most classic characters of all time, the detective Sherlock Holmes. It isn't an easy feat and it isn't one we could do without the support of our sponsors. Please consider making a tax-deductable donation to join the many individuals who make our productions possible.

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