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April 1, 2014 · 10:23 am

9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL Runs May 1-17

FLI_9to519 TO 5 THE MUSICAL
Presented by Footlighters Inc
May 1-17
Newport

Directed by Robert Weidle
Music and vocals directed by Alan Masters
Choreographed by Dan Radtke
Produced by Lee Osborne & Cathy Lutts

Cast: Jon Vater as Mr. Hart, Deana Tully as Violet, Megan Hudson as Doralee, Jennifer Richardson as Judy, Cathy Lutts as Roz, Will Reed as Joe, Nick Castle as Dwayne*, Ruth Cachoua as Maria*, Greta Manolis as Margaret*, Karen Wiebe as Kathy*, Lynn Ollman as Missy*, Jeremy Cheek as Bob*, Chris Tully as Dick*, Clayton Castle as Josh* & Robin Baker as Mr. Tinsworthy*
Ensemble: Mary Ann Smith, Betsi Brockmeier, Regina Stack, Joy Sharp, David Barge
Sam Johnson, David Keith, Robert Feilds, Earl Lehkamp,
*also in the Ensemble

Pushed to the boiling point by their boss, three female co-workers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. They conspire to take control of their company and learn there’s nothing they can’t do – even in a man’s world. Set in the late 1970s, 9 to 5, The Musical is a hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era. Outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic, 9 to 5, The Musical is about teaming up and taking care of business.

  • Thu-Sat, May 1-3 at 8pm
  • Sun, May 4 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, May 8-10 at 8pm
  • Sun, May 11 at 2pm
  • Wed-Sat, May 14-17 at 8pm

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January 15, 2014 · 3:17 pm

Footlighters Announces 2014 – 2015 Season

FLI_logoThe Footlighters, Inc. of Newport, Kentucky, is excited to announce our 2014 – 2015 season!

October 9-25, 2014
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
Directed by Jim Curtis

January 8-24, 2015
THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940
Directed by Amanda Emmons

March 5-21, 2015
LITTLE WOMEN THE MUSICAL
Directed by Jerry Weisenhahn

May 14-30, 2015
THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS!
Directed by David Radke

Ticket and Subscription information will be announced at a later date.

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January 13, 2014 · 6:04 pm

GODSPELL Runs Feb. 13-March 1

FLI_GodspellGODSPELL
Presented by Footlighters Inc.
Feb. 13-March 1
Newport

Directed by Gary Rogers
Music directed by Alan Masters
Choreographed by Maggie Perrino
Produced by Janet Wisner & Betsi Brockmeier

Cast: Brandon Fox as Jesus, Dana Kisor as Judas/John the Baptist
Ensemble: Katey Blood, Nick Castle, Amy Grace Curtis, Jillian Hubbard, Zac Huffman, Lindsey Morgan, Nicole Rogers, Joy Rolland-Oba, Steffen Whorton & Aubrey Wilson

Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, and featuring a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, GODSPELL boasts a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit, “Day By Day.” As the cast performs “Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord,” “Learn Your Lessons Well,” “All For The Best,” “All Good Gifts,” “Turn Back, O Man” and “By My Side,” the parables of Jesus Christ come humanly and heartrendingly to life.

  • Thu-Sat, Feb. 13-15 at 8pm
  • Sun, Feb. 16 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, Feb. 20-22 at 8pm
  • Sun, Feb. 23 at 2pm
  • Wed-Sat, Feb. 26-March 1 at 8pm
    *Feb. 14 & 23 performances are also sign language interpreted.

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December 9, 2013 · 11:55 am

FLI Presents GODSPELL Feb. 13-March 1

The Footlighters, Inc. Presents
GODSPELL
Thursday, February 13 – Saturday, March 1, 2014

FLI_Godspell logoGODSPELL
Music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz
Book by John Michael Tebelak

Directed by Gary Rogers

Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, and featuring a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, GODSPELL boasts a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit, “Day By Day.” As the cast performs “Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord,” “Learn Your Lessons Well,” “All For The Best,” “All Good Gifts,” “Turn Back, O Man” and “By My Side,” the parables of Jesus Christ come humanly and heartrendingly to life. Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville, GODSPELL is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love.

Performances
The Footlighters, Inc. continues its 50th Anniversary Season with GODSPELL at The Footlighters’ Stained Glass Theatre, located at 8th & York Streets in Newport, Kentucky.

Performances begin Thursday, February 13, 2014, and run through Saturday, March 1, 2014. Thursday through Saturday performances begin at 8pm; Sunday performances are 2pm matinees. The third week includes an extra Wednesday night performance, February 26, 2014, at 8pm. All tickets are $20. Group rates are available for 10 or more. For information and/or to purchase tickets, please call (859)652-3849 or buy online at www.footlighters.org. Visa and Mastercard are accepted.

Footlighters, Inc.
Footlighters, Inc. has presented performances in the Greater Cincinnati area over the past 50 years. The group is noted for producing quality community theatre productions of primarily musical comedies and bought its own facility in 1987. The Stained Glass Theatre, a former church, is on the National Register of Historic Places and is designated a Kentucky landmark.

Join us for our 2013/2014 50th Anniversary Season which includes Anything Goes, Nunsense Jamboree, Godspell, and 9 to 5: The Musical.

Learn more at our website www.footlighters.org or become a friend on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Footlighters-Inc/287519888305.

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December 8, 2013 · 6:28 pm

FLI Announces Cast of 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL

FLI_logoFootlighters is excited to announce the cast for the regional premiere of 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL. The show runs May 1 – 17, 2014. Tickets can be purchased online at www.footlighters.org or by phone at 859.652.3849.

Pushed to the boiling point by their boss, three female co-workers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. They conspire to take control of their company and learn there’s nothing they can’t do – even in a man’s world. Set in the late 1970s, 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL is a hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era. Outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic, 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL is about teaming up and taking care of business.

CAST:

  • Mr. Hart – Jon Vater
  • Violet – Deana Tully
  • Doralee – Megan Hudson
  • Judy – Jennifer Richardson
  • Roz – Cathy Lutts
  • Joe – Will Reed
  • *Dwayne – Nick Castle
  • *Maria – Ruth Cachoua
  • *Margaret – Greta Manolis
  • *Kathy – Karen Wiebe
  • *Missy – Lynn Ollman
  • *Bob – Jeremy Cheek
  • *Josh – Clayton Castle

ENSEMBLE – Mary Ann Smith, Betsi Brockmeier, Regina Stack, Jillian Hibbard, David Barge, Sam Johnson, David Keith, Robert Feilds, Earl Lehkamp.

* denotes also in the Ensemble

PRODUCTION TEAM:

  • Robert Weidle – Director
  • Brandon Fox – Asst. Director
  • Missy Whitus – Vocal Director
  • Alan Masters – Music Director
  • David Radtke – Choreographer
  • Lee Osborne – Producer
  • Cathy Lutts – Producer

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