March 6, 2013 (Sag Harbor, NY) - Bay Street Theatre has announced the 2013 Mainstage Season and has announced a local audition date for LEND ME A TENOR, THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP and A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM and for Literature Live’s production of THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK this fall. Equity Principal and Non Equity Auditions will be held at Bay Street Theatre on Saturday, March 23 from 10am - 2pm. Bay Street is located on the Long Wharf in Sag Harbor on the corner of Bay and Main Streets. No phone calls please. Local actors with housing are strongly encouraged to attend. The New York City auditions are listed with each of the show details below.
Those who are auditioning for a dramatic role should prepare:
1. A brief comedy monologue under 2 minutes in length
Those who are auditioning for a musical role should prepare:
1. 16 bars of an up-tempo song.
2. Bring sheet music in correct key; accompanist provided but may not transpose.
Auditioning actors should bring a picture and resume, stapled together. Please stipulate if you have housing or residence on the East End of Long Island.
LEND ME A TENOR by Ken Ludwig
Don Stephenson—Director
Contract Dates (LORT): May 13-June 23, 2013
Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at the Actors' Equity Audition Center, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
165 West 46th Street, 16th Floor, New York, NY
Lunch from 1-2 pm
Bay Street Theatre on Saturday, March 23 from 10am - 2pm
Max: Assistant to Saunders
Maggie: Max’s girlfriend
Saunders: Maggie’s father, General Manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company
Tito Merelli: A world famous tenor, known to his fans as Il Stupendo
Maria: Tito’s wife
Bellhop: A bellhop
Diana: A Soprano
Julia: Chairman of the Opera Guild
THE MYSTERY OF IRMA VEP by Charles Ludlum
Kenneth Elliott—Director
Contract Dates (LORT): June 13-July 28, 2013
Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at the Actors' Equity Audition Center, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
165 West 46th Street, 16th Floor, New York, NY
Lunch from 1-2 pm
Bay Street Theatre on Saturday, March 23 from 10am - 2pm
Jane Twisden/Lord Edgar Hillcrest/ An Intruder: versatile actor who can play multiple male & female roles
Nicodemus Underwood/ Lady Enis Hillcrest/ Alcazar/ Perv Amri: versatile actor who can play multiple male & female roles.
A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM
book by Burt Shevelove & Larry Gelbart; music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Marcia Milgrom Dodge—Director & Choreographer
Contract Dates (LORT): July 8-September 1, 2013
Equity Principal Auditions:
Thursday, March 21, 2013 – Accompanist provided at the Actors' Equity Audition Center
9:30am - 5:30pm 165 West 46th Street, 16th Floor
Lunch from 1 - 2.
Bay Street Theatre on Saturday, March 23 from 10am - 2pm
Prepare a brief up-tempo song. Bring sheet music in correct key; accompanist provided but may not transpose.
Bring picture and resume, stapled together.
Prologus/ Pseudolus: A slave of Hero, Pseudolus is sly, conniving, and willing to do anything for his freedom
Senex: An older man, henpecked husband of Domina but one still attracted to wine, women, and song.
Domina: battle-ax wife of Senex, Domina is not only domineering, but proud.
Hero: a lovesick juvenile
Philia: virginal girl, beautiful and young, yet dumb
Hysterium: A slave of Senex and Domina, Hysterium is the frantic and frenetic straw boss of all the slaves in the household.
Lycus: The owner of the brothel. Snaky, slimy, lecherous procurer of courtesans.
Erronius: A befuddled old man who is partially blind and always confused.
Miles Gloriosus: A roman soldier, handsome, strong—and pompous, so much so that he proudly declares.
Protean #1 plays multiple roles (slaves, citizens, soldiers, and eunuchs).
Protean #2 plays multiple roles (slaves, citizens, soldiers, and eunuchs).
Protean #3 plays multiple roles (slaves, citizens, soldiers, and eunuchs).
THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK by Frances Goodrich & Albert Hackett
Contract Dates (TYA Per Performance Contract): Oct. 7-Nov. 19, 2013
Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at the Actors' Equity Audition Center, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
165 West 46th Street, 16th Floor, New York, NY
Lunch from 1 - 2
Bay Street Theatre on Saturday, March 23 from 10am - 2pm
Otto Frank: Gentle cultured, slight German accent, 40s
Miep: Secretary to Kraler. She is pregnant in the prologue, 22 years, compassionate, protective. She lives outside. Dutch.
Mr. Van Daan: Dutch, Jewish, portly 40s
Mrs. Van Daan: Dutch, Jewish, pretty, early 40s.
Peter Van Daan: Shy, awkward, 16 years old
Margot Frank: 18, Beautiful, quiet & shy
Anne Frank: 16, intelligent, cheeky
Edith Frank: gentle, reserved, slight German accent, 40s
Mr. Kraler: Dependable, Dutch, kind,. He lives downstairs.
Jan Dussel: Dutch, dentist, 50s, meticulous and finicky
Bay Street Theatre is located in Sag Harbor, NY. It is a LORT C theatre.
Bay Street Theatre is a not-for-profit regional theater presenting new, classic and contemporary works, with a commitment to challenging and entertaining our diverse community. This commitment extends to innovative educational programs that highlight the power of live theater. It is our mission to be an artistic haven for an extended family of artists and audience, while continuing to provide a gathering place to share in the unique collective theatrical experience.
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
Friday, August 17, 2012
BIG MISS MAYBELLE - A BIG HIT!
The World Premiere with Lillias White in “Big Maybelle: Soul of the Blues” had its smash opening night Saturday, Aug. 11 at Bay Street Theatre.
Tony award winner Lillias White stars as legendary blues singer Maybelle Smith; written and directed by Paul Levine. Michael Mitchell is the Musical Director; Orchestrations are by Musical Supervisor Kenny Seymour.
The preview week performances had double standing ovations each night. On Friday, Aug. 10, Barry Manilow and Lorna Luft came to see the show and greeted Lillias White after the performance. The opening night on Saturday, Aug. 11 also received a double standing ovation.
The designers for this show are John Arnone (Set Design), Emilio Sosa (Costume Design), Paul Miller (Light Design), Tony Melfa (Sound Design), Brian Meister (Production Stage Manager), Joe Lauro (Archival Footage from Historic Films), Michael Clark (Projection Design), and Kathy Fabian (Properties Design).
The band includes Eric Brown (Drums), Kiku Collins (Trumpet), George Farmer (Bass), Jason Marshall (Saxaphone) and John Putnam (Guitar). Eric Brown and Kiku Collins are also featured in the roles of Sully and Loretta.
The show runs now through Sunday, Sept. 2. Showtimes are Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. with Wednesday matinees on Aug. 22, and 29 at 2 p.m. and a 4 p.m. matinee on Saturdays Aug. 18 and 25. Sunday showtime is at 7 p.m. Tickets to this spectacular event are $66-76.
Show stopper Lillias White and Director Paul Levine.
Bay Street Theatre Executive Director Tracy Mitchell, Directory Paul Levine, performers Barry Manilow, Lillias White, Bay Street Theatre Artistic Director Murphy Davis and Lorna Luft. Photos by Barry Gordin
Tony award winner Lillias White stars as legendary blues singer Maybelle Smith; written and directed by Paul Levine. Michael Mitchell is the Musical Director; Orchestrations are by Musical Supervisor Kenny Seymour.
The preview week performances had double standing ovations each night. On Friday, Aug. 10, Barry Manilow and Lorna Luft came to see the show and greeted Lillias White after the performance. The opening night on Saturday, Aug. 11 also received a double standing ovation.
The designers for this show are John Arnone (Set Design), Emilio Sosa (Costume Design), Paul Miller (Light Design), Tony Melfa (Sound Design), Brian Meister (Production Stage Manager), Joe Lauro (Archival Footage from Historic Films), Michael Clark (Projection Design), and Kathy Fabian (Properties Design).
The band includes Eric Brown (Drums), Kiku Collins (Trumpet), George Farmer (Bass), Jason Marshall (Saxaphone) and John Putnam (Guitar). Eric Brown and Kiku Collins are also featured in the roles of Sully and Loretta.
The show runs now through Sunday, Sept. 2. Showtimes are Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. with Wednesday matinees on Aug. 22, and 29 at 2 p.m. and a 4 p.m. matinee on Saturdays Aug. 18 and 25. Sunday showtime is at 7 p.m. Tickets to this spectacular event are $66-76.
Show stopper Lillias White and Director Paul Levine.
Bay Street Theatre Executive Director Tracy Mitchell, Directory Paul Levine, performers Barry Manilow, Lillias White, Bay Street Theatre Artistic Director Murphy Davis and Lorna Luft. Photos by Barry Gordin
Thursday, August 9, 2012
TONY AWARD WINNER LILLIAS WHITE IS MAYBELLE SMITH IN BAY STREET THEATRE’S WORLD PREMIERE OF "BIG MAYBELLE: SOUL OF THE BLUES"
August 6, 2012 (Sag Harbor, NY) – Bay Street Theatre, Martin Richards and The Gilead Company present the World Premiere musical BIG MAYBELLE: SOUL OF THE BLUES with Tony award winner Lillias White starring as legendary blues singer Maybelle Smith; written and directed by Paul Levine. Michael Mitchell is the Musical Director; Orchestrations are by Musical Supervisor Kenny Seymour.
The show runs Tuesday, Aug. 7 through Sunday, Sept. 2. Showtimes are Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. with Wednesday matinees on Aug. 15, 22, and 29 at 2 p.m. and a 4 p.m. matinee on Saturdays Aug. 18 and 25. Sunday showtime is at 7 p.m. Tickets to this spectacular event are $66 - 76. Previews Aug.7 thru Aug. 10 are sponsored by PCH Builders and Property Management. The week of Aug. 12 to Aug. 18 is sponsored by Peconic Landing.
BIG MAYBELLE: SOUL OF THE BLUES features the sensational Tony award winning Lillias White as the legendary blues singer Maybelle Smith. A big woman with even bigger talent, she took on all the challenges that 1950's America had to give.
Paul Levine (writer/director) won Best Director and Production of the Year awards from Daily Variety, Drama-logue Award and the L.A. Weekly, and a Best Director nomination from the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle for his L.A. premiere production of Lanford Wilson’s BALM IN GILEAD. He won awards for Best Musical and Production of the Year awards from Daily Variety, Drama-logue and the L.A. Weekly for his production of TARZANA TANZI in association with the Nederlander Organization, and also co-wrote the music.
He has directed many films and is currently in pre-production on “The Miracle,” starring James Earl Jones. Paul grew up in Stony Brook, NY. He received a BA in History from Colgate University and a combined communications scholarship to UCLA/USC after studying history at the University of London, England. Paul’s theatrical training was at the Royal Shakespeare Company in London; with Stella Adler at the Stella Adler Conservatory in New York; with Harold Clurman in his last New York Master Class; and with Jose Quintero in Los Angeles.
Lillias White (Maybelle Smith) won the 1997 Tony, Drama Desk, People’s Choice and The Outer Critics Awards for her portrayal of a hooker in THE LIFE and she received a Tony nomination for her role in FELA!. She understudied the role of Effie in the original 1981 production of DREAMGIRLS and later played the part in the 1987 revival. Other Broadway credits include: CHICAGO, HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, CARRIE, ROCK ‘N ROLL! THE FIRST 5,000 YEARS, CATS and BARNUM.
The designers for this show are John Arnone (Set Design), Emilio Sosa (Costume Design), Paul Miller (Light Design), Tony Melfa (Sound Design), Brian Meister (Production Stage Manager), Joe Lauro (Archival Footage from Historic Films), Michael Clark (Projection Design), and Kathy Fabian (Properties Design).
The band includes Eric Brown (Drums), Kiku Collins (Trumpet), George Farmer (Bass), Jason Marshall (Saxaphone) and John Putnam (Guitar). Eric Brown and Kiku Collins are also featured in the roles of ‘Sully’ and ‘Loretta.
The 2012 Mainstage Season program is partially funded by the Suffolk County Executive’s Office and Suffolk County National Bank. Tickets are available online at www.baystreet.org or by calling the Box Office at 631-725-9500. The Box Office is open every day, 11 am –showtime.
The “Pay What You Can” performance will be Tuesday, August 7, with a limited number of tickets available after 2 pm at the Box Office only. “Pay What You Can” tickets are based on availability. Hospitality Workers Nights are for any worker in the restaurants, hotels, and retail businesses on Wednesday, August 8 and Thursday, August 9; tickets are $20 with proof of employment; based on availability at the Box Office only. Two for one tickets are available at the Box Office only on performance days after 2 pm; based on availability.
The show runs Tuesday, Aug. 7 through Sunday, Sept. 2. Showtimes are Tuesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. with Wednesday matinees on Aug. 15, 22, and 29 at 2 p.m. and a 4 p.m. matinee on Saturdays Aug. 18 and 25. Sunday showtime is at 7 p.m. Tickets to this spectacular event are $66 - 76. Previews Aug.7 thru Aug. 10 are sponsored by PCH Builders and Property Management. The week of Aug. 12 to Aug. 18 is sponsored by Peconic Landing.
BIG MAYBELLE: SOUL OF THE BLUES features the sensational Tony award winning Lillias White as the legendary blues singer Maybelle Smith. A big woman with even bigger talent, she took on all the challenges that 1950's America had to give.
Paul Levine (writer/director) won Best Director and Production of the Year awards from Daily Variety, Drama-logue Award and the L.A. Weekly, and a Best Director nomination from the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle for his L.A. premiere production of Lanford Wilson’s BALM IN GILEAD. He won awards for Best Musical and Production of the Year awards from Daily Variety, Drama-logue and the L.A. Weekly for his production of TARZANA TANZI in association with the Nederlander Organization, and also co-wrote the music.
He has directed many films and is currently in pre-production on “The Miracle,” starring James Earl Jones. Paul grew up in Stony Brook, NY. He received a BA in History from Colgate University and a combined communications scholarship to UCLA/USC after studying history at the University of London, England. Paul’s theatrical training was at the Royal Shakespeare Company in London; with Stella Adler at the Stella Adler Conservatory in New York; with Harold Clurman in his last New York Master Class; and with Jose Quintero in Los Angeles.
Lillias White (Maybelle Smith) won the 1997 Tony, Drama Desk, People’s Choice and The Outer Critics Awards for her portrayal of a hooker in THE LIFE and she received a Tony nomination for her role in FELA!. She understudied the role of Effie in the original 1981 production of DREAMGIRLS and later played the part in the 1987 revival. Other Broadway credits include: CHICAGO, HOW TO SUCCEED IN BUSINESS WITHOUT REALLY TRYING, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, CARRIE, ROCK ‘N ROLL! THE FIRST 5,000 YEARS, CATS and BARNUM.
The designers for this show are John Arnone (Set Design), Emilio Sosa (Costume Design), Paul Miller (Light Design), Tony Melfa (Sound Design), Brian Meister (Production Stage Manager), Joe Lauro (Archival Footage from Historic Films), Michael Clark (Projection Design), and Kathy Fabian (Properties Design).
The band includes Eric Brown (Drums), Kiku Collins (Trumpet), George Farmer (Bass), Jason Marshall (Saxaphone) and John Putnam (Guitar). Eric Brown and Kiku Collins are also featured in the roles of ‘Sully’ and ‘Loretta.
The 2012 Mainstage Season program is partially funded by the Suffolk County Executive’s Office and Suffolk County National Bank. Tickets are available online at www.baystreet.org or by calling the Box Office at 631-725-9500. The Box Office is open every day, 11 am –showtime.
The “Pay What You Can” performance will be Tuesday, August 7, with a limited number of tickets available after 2 pm at the Box Office only. “Pay What You Can” tickets are based on availability. Hospitality Workers Nights are for any worker in the restaurants, hotels, and retail businesses on Wednesday, August 8 and Thursday, August 9; tickets are $20 with proof of employment; based on availability at the Box Office only. Two for one tickets are available at the Box Office only on performance days after 2 pm; based on availability.
BAY STREET THEATRE’S ROCK THE DOCK — A SUMMER BENEFIT BASH
Bay Street Theatre showed the Hamptons a fantastic party last Saturday, July 21, 2012 at its annual Rock The Dock Summer Benefit Bash. The evening kicked off with a cocktail hour and silent auction, while guests arrived dressed to party on the Long Wharf in Sag Harbor.
Special guests included Bay Street Board Members Chris Bauer (True Blood) and Broadway, film and television actress Mercedes Ruehl; Tony award winner and star of the upcoming BIG MAYBELLE: SOUL OF THE BLUES Lillias White, and the show’s writer and director Paul Levine; legendary actors Eli Wallach and Anne Jackson and their daughter xxx Wallach; Aida Turturro (The Sopranos); playwright of Bay Street’s current running play MEN’S LIVE Joe Pintauro; Robert Zimmerman; Lorraine Boyle; Stephen Flaherty and many more of the Hamptons’ best. The waterfront benefit is held annually, and it is the theatre’s biggest fundraiser of the year!
After the cocktail hour, Artistic Director Murphy Davis was the master of ceremonies. The night started off with a special thanks to Frank Filipo, Bay Street’s Board Chairman, for being, as Davis describes as “ Bay Street’s most gracious supporter and biggest cheerleader” throughout the years. Chris Bauer also came to the stage and said “You have picked a winner if you’re supporting Bay Street Theatre. Thank you for your money, support, and applause.”
Guests were asked to compete in groups at their tables donating to the theatre’s Literature Live fund. The Summer Benefit Bash supports Literature Live, kids’ camps, college internships, and other educational programs that keep Bay Street as a cultural gem in Sag Harbor.
Immediately following, Tony award winner Lillias White brought down the house, as she performed three songs including “Candy” as a teaser to the one woman show BIG MAYBELLE: SOUL OF THE BLUES. Bay Street and their audience were also happy to present Ms. White with the “Happy Birthday” song and a birthday cake, as the event coincided with Ms. White’s birthday. Davis also officiated over an exciting live auction as guests bid on everything from a walk on role in the theatre’s 2012 season closer BIG MAYBELLE: SOUL OF THE BLUES, a luxurious St. Bart’s vacation provided by Wimco Villas, VIP Yankees tickets, golf with Richard Kind at The Bridge and the East Hampton Country Club, incredible getaways to New York City, Miami, New Orleans and the Dominican Republic, catered cocktail party for 25, and a stay at the Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo!
Afterwards the winners of the live auction received complimentary champagne from the theater to celebrate their win. Guests feasted on a delicious tapas styled dinner under the tent on the water. Soon, everyone took to the dance floor to dance with the Hamptons’ hottest DJ Andrea Shapiro! The night was full of energy and high spirited!
The raffle drawing took place for the choice of either the 2012 Mini Cooper Convertible or $18,000 in cash. The winner was drawn by Jay Decker from BMW Southampton, also the provider of the car. The winner was Denise DeAngelo of Baiting Hollow, NY. She was not present to win.
Gift bags included items from L’Oreal, Colgate/Palmolive, Dirty Blonde Cocktails, and Bai by Snapple among others gifts. The ALL NEW after party at B. Smith’s immediately followed, so that guests could keep the party going.. The dancing continued and guests celebrated raising money for their local non profit!
Bay Street Theatre’s Summer Benefit would not have been possible without its fabulous sponsors this year that included: Bai Brands, BMW Southampton, The Bridge, Bridgehampton Florist, Channing Daughters Winery, Dan’s Papers, Diplomatico Rum, Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papgayo, Fresco by Scotto, Party Rentals Ltd, PCH Builders and Property Management, Peconic Landing, Searles Graphics, Soho Grand Hotel, Southampton Publick House, Sterling Affair Caterers, Suffolk County National Bank, The Today Show and Wimco Villas. The silent auction was sponsored by over 75 local shops and restaurants. Interested sponsors for next year should contact the Development Office at 631-725-0818.
Special guests included Bay Street Board Members Chris Bauer (True Blood) and Broadway, film and television actress Mercedes Ruehl; Tony award winner and star of the upcoming BIG MAYBELLE: SOUL OF THE BLUES Lillias White, and the show’s writer and director Paul Levine; legendary actors Eli Wallach and Anne Jackson and their daughter xxx Wallach; Aida Turturro (The Sopranos); playwright of Bay Street’s current running play MEN’S LIVE Joe Pintauro; Robert Zimmerman; Lorraine Boyle; Stephen Flaherty and many more of the Hamptons’ best. The waterfront benefit is held annually, and it is the theatre’s biggest fundraiser of the year!
After the cocktail hour, Artistic Director Murphy Davis was the master of ceremonies. The night started off with a special thanks to Frank Filipo, Bay Street’s Board Chairman, for being, as Davis describes as “ Bay Street’s most gracious supporter and biggest cheerleader” throughout the years. Chris Bauer also came to the stage and said “You have picked a winner if you’re supporting Bay Street Theatre. Thank you for your money, support, and applause.”
Guests were asked to compete in groups at their tables donating to the theatre’s Literature Live fund. The Summer Benefit Bash supports Literature Live, kids’ camps, college internships, and other educational programs that keep Bay Street as a cultural gem in Sag Harbor.
Immediately following, Tony award winner Lillias White brought down the house, as she performed three songs including “Candy” as a teaser to the one woman show BIG MAYBELLE: SOUL OF THE BLUES. Bay Street and their audience were also happy to present Ms. White with the “Happy Birthday” song and a birthday cake, as the event coincided with Ms. White’s birthday. Davis also officiated over an exciting live auction as guests bid on everything from a walk on role in the theatre’s 2012 season closer BIG MAYBELLE: SOUL OF THE BLUES, a luxurious St. Bart’s vacation provided by Wimco Villas, VIP Yankees tickets, golf with Richard Kind at The Bridge and the East Hampton Country Club, incredible getaways to New York City, Miami, New Orleans and the Dominican Republic, catered cocktail party for 25, and a stay at the Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo!
Afterwards the winners of the live auction received complimentary champagne from the theater to celebrate their win. Guests feasted on a delicious tapas styled dinner under the tent on the water. Soon, everyone took to the dance floor to dance with the Hamptons’ hottest DJ Andrea Shapiro! The night was full of energy and high spirited!
The raffle drawing took place for the choice of either the 2012 Mini Cooper Convertible or $18,000 in cash. The winner was drawn by Jay Decker from BMW Southampton, also the provider of the car. The winner was Denise DeAngelo of Baiting Hollow, NY. She was not present to win.
Gift bags included items from L’Oreal, Colgate/Palmolive, Dirty Blonde Cocktails, and Bai by Snapple among others gifts. The ALL NEW after party at B. Smith’s immediately followed, so that guests could keep the party going.. The dancing continued and guests celebrated raising money for their local non profit!
Bay Street Theatre’s Summer Benefit would not have been possible without its fabulous sponsors this year that included: Bai Brands, BMW Southampton, The Bridge, Bridgehampton Florist, Channing Daughters Winery, Dan’s Papers, Diplomatico Rum, Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papgayo, Fresco by Scotto, Party Rentals Ltd, PCH Builders and Property Management, Peconic Landing, Searles Graphics, Soho Grand Hotel, Southampton Publick House, Sterling Affair Caterers, Suffolk County National Bank, The Today Show and Wimco Villas. The silent auction was sponsored by over 75 local shops and restaurants. Interested sponsors for next year should contact the Development Office at 631-725-0818.
Thursday, July 19, 2012
20 YEAR REVIVAL OF MEN’S LIVES AT BAY STREET THEATRE
July 2, 2012 (Sag Harbor, NY) – Bay Street Theatre is pleased to announce the second production of the 2012 Mainstage Season. MEN’S LIVES, by Joe Pintauro; based on the book by Peter Matthiessen; directed by Harris Yulin begins previews Tuesday, July 3 at Bay Street Theatre. The show will run through Sunday, July 29.
MEN’S LIVES was the inaugural production presented on stage at Bay Street Theatre in 1992. Now like then, Long Island’s East End Bay Men continue to fight for survival. As Sir Walter Scott stated, “It’s not fish ye’re buying, its men’s lives.”
Sag Harbor playwright Joe Pintauro emphasizes, “War was declared on the beaches of the East End when local Bay Men were forced to launch a courageous fight against the crushing effect of history and economics on their lives in the Hamptons. Today the crisis is even worse.”
“We thought this year was a perfect time to revive this wonderful play,” says Murphy Davis, Artistic Director. “Not only does it have a timeless message about the human condition, it is more pertinent today than ever. MEN’S LIVES tells the tale of a family’s struggle to maintain their way of life and fight for survival in these ever changing times. It is our way of honoring the Bay Men and their heritage, as well as the place where we all live. If you were here and saw our original production, come back…If you have never seen it, don’t miss it!”
Joe Pintauro’s (playwright) credits include SNOW ORCHID, a 1980 selection of the Eugene O'Neill conference (Circle Rep, London Gate). BESIDE HERSELF (Circle Rep) MEN'S LIVES (Bay Street Theatre 1990, 1991, 2012), BY THE SEA, collaboration with Terrence McNally and Lanford Wilson (Bay Street, Manhattan Theatre Club). SALVATION (London's Gate), CACCIATORE (Hudson Guild), RAFT OF THE MEDUSA (Minetta Lane, revival at The Cherry Lane Theatre), directed by Francisco Solorzano. Others include THE DEAD BOY and CATHEDRAL. His plays have been produced in many languages, including METROPOLITAN OPERAS 27 SHORT PLAYS, MOVING TARGETS, WILD BLUE, PERRY ST. ON THE WING, RULES OF LOVE (Charles Nelson Reilly Theatre Company) and AMERICAN DIVINE. Novels include State of Grace and Cold Hands (New York Times selection; best novels of the year.) He is the recipient of the John Steinbeck Literary Humanitarian award and the Life Time Achievement award at Guild Hall. Pintauro is busy working on a book of his photographs, a novel and full length play.
Harris Yulin (director) attended UCLA and studied acting with Jeff Corey before making his off-Broadway debut in NEXT TIME I’LL SING FOR YOU. From there, Harris continued acting in the classical arena with credits including A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM, RICHARD III, KING JOHN, HAMLET and DANE. His Broadway debut was in WATCH ON THE RHINE; others include A LESSON FROM ALOES, UNCLE VANYA, HEDDA GABLER, THE DOCTOR’S DILEMMA, TARTUFFE, THE SEAGULL, THE VISIT, THE PRICE and THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK. He was one of the founders of the Los Angeles Classic Theater. Off Broadway credits include directing BABA GOYA, THE LIME TREE BOWER and THE TRIP TO BEAUTIFUL. Films include “End Of The Road,” “Doc Holliday,” “The Midnight Man,” “Night Moves,” “Scarface,” “Another Woman,” “Narrow Margin,” “Clear And Present Danger,” “Bad Dreams,” “Ghostbusters II,” “Multiplicity,” “Rush Hour,” “Training Day,” and “Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus.”
The cast includes: Mark Coffin (Senator, Chuck Courtney), Rob DiSario (William), Deborah Hedwall (Alice), Scott Thomas Hinson (Popeye), Brian Hutchison (Lee), Peter McRobbie (Walt), Victor Slezak (Peter) and Myles Stokowski (Nate Spencer).
The designers for the show include Drew Boyce (Set Designer), John McKernon (Lighting Designer), Cynthia Flynt (Costume Designer), David Bullard (Sound Designer) and Kathy Fabian (Properties Designer). Others involved with this production are Max Tabet (Assistant Director); April Kline (Production Stage Manager), Elizabeth Schiavo (Production Assistant), Cindy Tolan and Adam S. Caldwell, CSA (Casting).
The 2012 Mainstage Season program is partially funded by the Suffolk County Executive’s Office and Suffolk County National Bank. Tickets are available online at www.baystreet.org or by calling the Box Office at 631-725-9500. The Box Office is open Monday-Saturday, 11 am –show time and Sunday, 3 pm – show time.
MEN’S LIVES was the inaugural production presented on stage at Bay Street Theatre in 1992. Now like then, Long Island’s East End Bay Men continue to fight for survival. As Sir Walter Scott stated, “It’s not fish ye’re buying, its men’s lives.”
Sag Harbor playwright Joe Pintauro emphasizes, “War was declared on the beaches of the East End when local Bay Men were forced to launch a courageous fight against the crushing effect of history and economics on their lives in the Hamptons. Today the crisis is even worse.”
“We thought this year was a perfect time to revive this wonderful play,” says Murphy Davis, Artistic Director. “Not only does it have a timeless message about the human condition, it is more pertinent today than ever. MEN’S LIVES tells the tale of a family’s struggle to maintain their way of life and fight for survival in these ever changing times. It is our way of honoring the Bay Men and their heritage, as well as the place where we all live. If you were here and saw our original production, come back…If you have never seen it, don’t miss it!”
Joe Pintauro’s (playwright) credits include SNOW ORCHID, a 1980 selection of the Eugene O'Neill conference (Circle Rep, London Gate). BESIDE HERSELF (Circle Rep) MEN'S LIVES (Bay Street Theatre 1990, 1991, 2012), BY THE SEA, collaboration with Terrence McNally and Lanford Wilson (Bay Street, Manhattan Theatre Club). SALVATION (London's Gate), CACCIATORE (Hudson Guild), RAFT OF THE MEDUSA (Minetta Lane, revival at The Cherry Lane Theatre), directed by Francisco Solorzano. Others include THE DEAD BOY and CATHEDRAL. His plays have been produced in many languages, including METROPOLITAN OPERAS 27 SHORT PLAYS, MOVING TARGETS, WILD BLUE, PERRY ST. ON THE WING, RULES OF LOVE (Charles Nelson Reilly Theatre Company) and AMERICAN DIVINE. Novels include State of Grace and Cold Hands (New York Times selection; best novels of the year.) He is the recipient of the John Steinbeck Literary Humanitarian award and the Life Time Achievement award at Guild Hall. Pintauro is busy working on a book of his photographs, a novel and full length play.
Harris Yulin (director) attended UCLA and studied acting with Jeff Corey before making his off-Broadway debut in NEXT TIME I’LL SING FOR YOU. From there, Harris continued acting in the classical arena with credits including A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM, RICHARD III, KING JOHN, HAMLET and DANE. His Broadway debut was in WATCH ON THE RHINE; others include A LESSON FROM ALOES, UNCLE VANYA, HEDDA GABLER, THE DOCTOR’S DILEMMA, TARTUFFE, THE SEAGULL, THE VISIT, THE PRICE and THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK. He was one of the founders of the Los Angeles Classic Theater. Off Broadway credits include directing BABA GOYA, THE LIME TREE BOWER and THE TRIP TO BEAUTIFUL. Films include “End Of The Road,” “Doc Holliday,” “The Midnight Man,” “Night Moves,” “Scarface,” “Another Woman,” “Narrow Margin,” “Clear And Present Danger,” “Bad Dreams,” “Ghostbusters II,” “Multiplicity,” “Rush Hour,” “Training Day,” and “Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus.”
The cast includes: Mark Coffin (Senator, Chuck Courtney), Rob DiSario (William), Deborah Hedwall (Alice), Scott Thomas Hinson (Popeye), Brian Hutchison (Lee), Peter McRobbie (Walt), Victor Slezak (Peter) and Myles Stokowski (Nate Spencer).
The designers for the show include Drew Boyce (Set Designer), John McKernon (Lighting Designer), Cynthia Flynt (Costume Designer), David Bullard (Sound Designer) and Kathy Fabian (Properties Designer). Others involved with this production are Max Tabet (Assistant Director); April Kline (Production Stage Manager), Elizabeth Schiavo (Production Assistant), Cindy Tolan and Adam S. Caldwell, CSA (Casting).
The 2012 Mainstage Season program is partially funded by the Suffolk County Executive’s Office and Suffolk County National Bank. Tickets are available online at www.baystreet.org or by calling the Box Office at 631-725-9500. The Box Office is open Monday-Saturday, 11 am –show time and Sunday, 3 pm – show time.
Friday, April 27, 2012
BAY STREET THEATRE TO STAY IN SAG HARBOR
New Agreement Reached
April 24, 2012 (Sag Harbor, NY) – We are happy to report that we have reached an agreement to renew our lease securing our immediate future in Sag Harbor, while we continue to pursue the goal of finding a permanent home on the East End. This announcement comes after reaching a new lease agreement between the theater and Long Wharf property owner Pat Malloy earlier this week.
The lease provides Bay Street the option to stay on the Long Wharf until May 2023, providing much needed venue stability for the organization. The new agreement also includes the necessary term flexibility that allows Bay Street time to continue its due diligence in identifying potential opportunities to ultimately achieve the objective of owning a permanent home on the East End.
“The great news is, we now have a stable environment from which we can pursue our dream of having our own home. It is a dream a long time coming," Artistic Director Murphy Davis commented. "For an arts organization to expand and continue to thrive it is imperative," he added. "We are so grateful to the East End community for coming forward with new ideas, potential partners, and interested underwriters. It is in that spirit of collaboration that we can all make this dream into a reality. ”
Executive Director Tracy Mitchell expressed her gratitude to the community support the theater has received during deliberations. “We deeply thank Pat Malloy for his understanding and his good will," she said. "He has provided us with both the stability we have long sought, and the flexibility we need, should a new, permanent home be identified and developed.”
Mitchell and Davis both credit that the open discussion with the community beginning last Fall, that spurred the interest of developers and funding sources alike. “On behalf of the entire Village Board, I am so glad to learn that Bay Street will be staying here in Sag Harbor,” Sag Harbor Village Mayor Brian Gillbride concurred.
Pat Malloy, longtime landlord of the Long Wharf facilities, expressed his pleasure with the long term agreement. “I am very pleased that Bay Street Theatre has decided to stay in Sag Harbor, and happy to be able to help them again with a favorable lease," he said. " My hats off to the good directors and managers for making the decision to continue to provide great theater to Sag Harbor!
Truly a community effort, the agreement celebrates the theater's long standing relationship with Sag Harbor Village. “Bay Street Theatre has been a Sag Harbor Village arts and community haven for over 20 years,” Frank Filipo, chairman of the Board of Trustees, commented “We have said time and again that our first choice has always been to remain in this wondrous place. Working together with Pat Malloy, who shares that vision, we have come up with a path to doing just that. The feedback that we have received from the local community, the realization of the value that Bay Street provides to the local shops, stores, and restaurants that define this Village was tremendously helpful in bringing about this new agreement. It is beyond gratifying.”
A not-for-profit regional theater presenting new, classic and contemporary works, with a commitment to challenging and entertaining our diverse community, we at Bay Street Theatre extend our commitment to innovative educational programs highlighting the power of live theater.
It is our mission to be an artistic haven for an extended family of artists and audience, while continuing to provide a gathering place to share in the unique collective theatrical experience.
The lease provides Bay Street the option to stay on the Long Wharf until May 2023, providing much needed venue stability for the organization. The new agreement also includes the necessary term flexibility that allows Bay Street time to continue its due diligence in identifying potential opportunities to ultimately achieve the objective of owning a permanent home on the East End.
“The great news is, we now have a stable environment from which we can pursue our dream of having our own home. It is a dream a long time coming," Artistic Director Murphy Davis commented. "For an arts organization to expand and continue to thrive it is imperative," he added. "We are so grateful to the East End community for coming forward with new ideas, potential partners, and interested underwriters. It is in that spirit of collaboration that we can all make this dream into a reality. ”
Executive Director Tracy Mitchell expressed her gratitude to the community support the theater has received during deliberations. “We deeply thank Pat Malloy for his understanding and his good will," she said. "He has provided us with both the stability we have long sought, and the flexibility we need, should a new, permanent home be identified and developed.”
Mitchell and Davis both credit that the open discussion with the community beginning last Fall, that spurred the interest of developers and funding sources alike. “On behalf of the entire Village Board, I am so glad to learn that Bay Street will be staying here in Sag Harbor,” Sag Harbor Village Mayor Brian Gillbride concurred.
Pat Malloy, longtime landlord of the Long Wharf facilities, expressed his pleasure with the long term agreement. “I am very pleased that Bay Street Theatre has decided to stay in Sag Harbor, and happy to be able to help them again with a favorable lease," he said. " My hats off to the good directors and managers for making the decision to continue to provide great theater to Sag Harbor!
Truly a community effort, the agreement celebrates the theater's long standing relationship with Sag Harbor Village. “Bay Street Theatre has been a Sag Harbor Village arts and community haven for over 20 years,” Frank Filipo, chairman of the Board of Trustees, commented “We have said time and again that our first choice has always been to remain in this wondrous place. Working together with Pat Malloy, who shares that vision, we have come up with a path to doing just that. The feedback that we have received from the local community, the realization of the value that Bay Street provides to the local shops, stores, and restaurants that define this Village was tremendously helpful in bringing about this new agreement. It is beyond gratifying.”
A not-for-profit regional theater presenting new, classic and contemporary works, with a commitment to challenging and entertaining our diverse community, we at Bay Street Theatre extend our commitment to innovative educational programs highlighting the power of live theater.
It is our mission to be an artistic haven for an extended family of artists and audience, while continuing to provide a gathering place to share in the unique collective theatrical experience.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
JOSH GRISETTI NAMED FINALIST FOR CLIVE BARNES FOUNDATION AWARD
November 10, 2011 (Sag Harbor, NY) – Bay Street Theatre has announced that Josh Grisetti, who played David Kalowitz in last summer’s ENTER LAUGHING, THE MUSICAL, has been named one of the finalists for the 2011 Clive Barnes Foundation Award. Grisetti’s hilarious and memorable performance received rave reviews and sold out audiences could not get enough of his amazing talent.
The announcement was made November 9 and addresses fall-to-spring seasons. This is the second year for the award, which Barnes’ widow, Valerie Taylor Barnes, oversees. Two top winners, one in theatre and one in dance, will be announced December 5 at the Walter Reade Theatre at Lincoln Center. The not-for-profit Clive Barnes Foundation is named after Barnes, who was a theatre and dance critic with work which was printed in the NEW YORK TIMES, NEW YORK POST and other publications. He died in 2008 at the age of 81.
The celebrated production of ENTER LAUGHING, THE MUSICAL, with direction and musical staging by Stuart Ross and music direction by Phil Reno was produced by special arrangement with Dan Whitten and Tiger Theatricals in Association with Carl Reiner, played a critically-acclaimed run at Off-Broadway’s York Theatre in 2008. After the initial limited Off-Broadway production returned to The York for a second limited engagement, producer Dan Whitten announced that he will bring the show to Broadway. The production played at Bay Street Theatre last summer before continuing on its journey to Broadway.
Bay Street Theatre is a not-for-profit regional theater presenting new, classic and contemporary works, with a commitment to challenging and entertaining our diverse community. This commitment extends to innovative educational programs that highlight the power of live theater. It is our mission to be an artistic haven for an extended family of artists and audience, while continuing to provide a gathering place to share in the unique collective theatrical experience.
The announcement was made November 9 and addresses fall-to-spring seasons. This is the second year for the award, which Barnes’ widow, Valerie Taylor Barnes, oversees. Two top winners, one in theatre and one in dance, will be announced December 5 at the Walter Reade Theatre at Lincoln Center. The not-for-profit Clive Barnes Foundation is named after Barnes, who was a theatre and dance critic with work which was printed in the NEW YORK TIMES, NEW YORK POST and other publications. He died in 2008 at the age of 81.
The celebrated production of ENTER LAUGHING, THE MUSICAL, with direction and musical staging by Stuart Ross and music direction by Phil Reno was produced by special arrangement with Dan Whitten and Tiger Theatricals in Association with Carl Reiner, played a critically-acclaimed run at Off-Broadway’s York Theatre in 2008. After the initial limited Off-Broadway production returned to The York for a second limited engagement, producer Dan Whitten announced that he will bring the show to Broadway. The production played at Bay Street Theatre last summer before continuing on its journey to Broadway.
Bay Street Theatre is a not-for-profit regional theater presenting new, classic and contemporary works, with a commitment to challenging and entertaining our diverse community. This commitment extends to innovative educational programs that highlight the power of live theater. It is our mission to be an artistic haven for an extended family of artists and audience, while continuing to provide a gathering place to share in the unique collective theatrical experience.
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