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Part of the TWS Performance Series of Fundraisers!

Billy Elton, led by the talented Reid Spears on piano and vocals, is a vibrant 8-piece band that pays homage to the iconic music of Billy Joel and Elton John. Embracing a commitment to exceptional musicianship, the band delivers a dynamic, entirely live performance, steering clear of backing tracks. Audiences are taken on a timeless journey through the extensive catalogs of these pop music legends, engaging in sing-alongs to classics like "Crocodile Rock," "Only the Good Die Young," "Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting," and "Piano Man." A Midwest sensation, Billy Elton has garnered acclaim with sold-out shows at various venues, drawing crowds of 2000-3000 at their outdoor summer concerts. Celebrating milestones, such as the 40th anniversary of Billy Joel's "The Stranger" and the 50th anniversary of Elton John's "Goodbye Yellow Brick Road," the band consistently offers a diverse setlist, showcasing the biggest hits and hidden gems to create a thrilling and ever-evolving experience for fans of all ages.

Friday, May 3rd, 2024 7:30pm

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The Other Place

FEBRUARY 15 - 25, 2024

MARY CATTELL THEATRE

Juliana Smithton is a successful neurologist whose life seems to be coming unhinged. Piece by piece, a mystery unfolds as fact blurs with fiction, past collides with present and the elusive truth about Juliana boils to the surface.

 

 

Cast

Julianna - Laura Leonardo Ownby of LaGrange Park
Ian - Mike Janke of Downers Grove
The Woman - Christina Preto-Abernathy of Westchester
The Man - Benton Bullwinkel of Lemont

Crew

Director – Greg Kolack of Elmhurst
Stage Manager – Angelee Johns of Willowbrook
Ass’t Stage Man. – Debbie Ryan Sampson of La Grange
Box Office – Mary Ellen Schutt of Westmont
Costume Chair - Beth DiMarco of Brookfield
Costume Chair - Jennifer Miller of Indian Head Park
Dramaturg – Katie Hedrich of LaGrange Park
Hospitality – Joe Mills of Westchester
House Manager – Mike Janke of Downers Grove
Lighting Chair – Cal Turner of Naperville
Lighting Chair - Linda Bugielski of Westmont
Make-up Chair - Ashley Masciola of Woodridge
Program Editor – Mark MacLean of Willow Springs
Props Chair – Tim Feeney of Downers Grove
Publicity – Ginny Richardson of Burr Ridge
Set Construction – Tim Gannon of LaGrange Park
Set Designer - John Baderman of Hinsdale
Set Dressing - Tim Gannon of LaGrange Park
Set Painting - Jennifer Rakvin of La Grange
Sound Chair – Carol Suda of Palos Hills
Video Production – David Rodriguez of Lombard
Video Production - Maddox McDonald
Technical Director – Imani McDaniel of Chicago

JANUARY 25 - FEBRUARY 4, 2024

LOU & NANCY SCHAUER MAINSTAGE THEATRE

George Bernard Shaw’s immortal classic! Henry Higgins accepts a bet that by simply changing the speech of a Cockney flower seller he will be able to pass her off as a duchess. The beloved play on which My Fair Lady was based.

 

 

Cast

Professor Henry Higgins – Danny Parrott of Arlington Heights

Eliza Doolittle – Ashley Kennedy of Catati, California

Colonel Pickering – Tom Viskocil of Woodridge

Alfred Doolittle – Rob Cramer of LaGrange Park

Mrs. Pearce - Jennifer Miller of Indian Head Park

Mrs. Higgins - Carolyn Redding of Westmont

Mrs. Eynsford Hill – Lori D’Asta of La Grange

Clara Eynsford Hill – Lauren Fontanetta of Lombard

Freddy Eynsford Hill – Jason Kilarski of Western Springs

Cockney bystander – Dennis Burke of Downers Grove

Cockney bystander - Rex Nyquist of Clarendon Hills

Female Ensemble – Sharon Opila of Brookfield

Male Ensemble – John Mueller of Lemont

Parlor maid - Jennifer Rakvin of La Grange

 

Crew

Director – Ray Frewen of Downers Grove

Stage Manager – Bill Hammack of Lisle

Ass’t Stage Man. – Linda Roberts of Burr Ridge

Bar Manager - Danny Parrott of Arlington Heights

Box Office – Mary Ellen Schutt of Westmont

Costume Design - Patti Roeder of Oak Park

Costume Chair - Linda Bremer of Western Springs

Dialect Coach - Ray Frewen of Downers Grove

Make-up Co-Chair - Kat Creedon of Brookfield

Make-up Co-Chair - Julie Tomek Campo of Darien

Dramaturg – Margo Rife of Western Springs

Hospitality – Joe Mills of Westchester

House Manager – Mike Janke of Downers Grove

Lighting Chair – Mary Ellen Schutt of Westmont

Program Editor – Mark MacLean of Willow Springs

Props Co-Chair – Sandy Cook of Willowbrook

Props Co-Chair – Sharon Sobotka of Hinsdale

Publicity – Ginny Richardson of Burr Ridge

Set Construction – Harry Hultgren of Indian Head Park

Set Designer - Rob Cramer of LaGrange Park

Set Dressing – Eddie Sugarman of Western Springs

Set Painting Co-Chair – Mary Kuhn of Naperville

Set Painting Co-Chair - Jennifer Rakvin of La Grange

Sound Chair – Pat Politano of Brookfield

Tech Director - Imani McDaniel of Chicago

 

 

Registration Now Closed

TWS Studio Information

TWS Studio is a two-week theatre class that serves as an introduction to The Theatre of Western Springs. We will use exercises and improvisation to work on basic acting concepts and then apply them to scenes and monologues which you will present on stage for friends and family during your final class session. We will also let you know how things work at TWS in terms of volunteering, casting, and anything else we can think of. Anyone 18 or older can register and all levels of experience are welcome. -- Participants NOT interested in acting will be introduced to several technical areas of the theatre and work “backstage” for the final presentation. Non-Actors will have a different schedule to be worked out with the instructor.

SCHEDULE

ACTORS – We’d like you to attend all sessions. Sessions 1, 7, 10, & 12 are mandatory. You can miss up to two of the remaining sessions.

NON-ACTORS – Sessions 1, 7, 10, & 12 are mandatory. The rest of your schedule will be worked out with the instructor.

1. Sat 1/6 9am-12 noon *

2.  Sun 1/7 9am-12 noon

3. Tue 1/9 7 pm-10 pm

4. Wed 1/10 7 pm-10 pm

5. Thu 1/11 7 pm-10 pm

6. Sat 1/13 9am-12 noon

7. Sun 1/14 9am-12 noon (tech tour) *

8. Tue 1/16 7 pm-10 pm

9. Wed 1/17 7 pm-10 pm

10. Thu 1/18 7 pm-10 pm

11. Fri 1/19 7 pm-10:30 pm (you have the space to rehearse if you want!)

12. Sat 1/20 9:00 am – 1 pm (run thru in space, presentation at 11:30 am) *

COST

Studio costs $75. After taking Studio and purchasing a TWS subscription, you will be eligible to be cast in TWS shows.

For more information, please call Maureen at 708-246-4043 or email info@theatrewesternsprings.com

Register Now for Studio!

Here are a few cast and crew photos from some recent Studios and productions. Come get in on the act!

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