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October 21, 2013 · 12:48 pm

NUNSENSE JAMBOREE Runs Nov. 21-Dec. 7

FLI_Nunsense JamboreeNUNSENSE JAMBOREE
Presented by Footlighters Inc.
Nov. 21-Dec. 7
Newport

Directed by Norma Niinemets

Cast: Cathy Lutts as Sister Mary Paul (AKA Amnesia), Jennifer Richardson as Sister Robert Ann, Jill Herzner as Sister Mary Wilhelm, Megan Hudson as Sister Mary Leo & Jon Vater as Father Virgil Trott

In NUNSENSE I, when a wacky nun known as Sister Mary Amnesia regained her memory she recalled that she always wanted to be a country singer. In NUNSENSE II her dream became one step closer to reality when Reverend Mother landed a recording contract for her. In this show, NUNSENSE JAMBOREE, her dream has been realized as she headlines a brand new show promoting her debut album “I Could’ve Gone to Nashville.” You say you’re not a country music fan? Don’t worry-this country music is “NUNSENSE Theatrical Style” guaranteed to please any NUNSENSE fan!

  • Thu-Sat, Nov. 21-23 at 8pm
  • Sun, Nov. 24 at 2pm
  • Wed, Fri-Sat, Nov. 27, 29-30 at 8pm
  • Sun, Dec. 1 at 2pm
  • Wed-Sat, Dec. 4-7 at 8pm

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September 16, 2013 · 5:27 pm

Footlighters Seeking Directors for the 2014 – 2015 Season

FLI_logoThe Footlighters, Inc. is accepting submissions for directors for its 2014-2015 season. The Footlighters, Inc. was founded in 1963 and since 1987 has owned its own facility, The Stained Glass Theatre in Newport, Ky. It continually attracts outstanding talent for its productions, and has received local, state, and national awards for outstanding production quality, individual and ensemble performances, and technical achievements.

If you would like to be considered, please send the following information to Robert Weidle, Chairperson of the Director/Play Selection Committee, at rweidle@aol.com:

  • A one-page letter of interest briefly detailing 1-3 shows you are interested in directing.
  • A theater resume that includes your contact information.

The deadline to submit materials is Monday, September 30, 2013. Robert will contact interested directors by October 2 to schedule interviews. Interviews will take place October 7 & 8, 2013, at the Stained Glass Theatre. When you are selected for an interview, you will be asked to provide additional information on the shows you are interested in directing, including a budget projection.

We will be producing a four-show season for 2014-2015 to include 2 large-scale musicals, 1 smaller musical, and 1 non-musical comedy/drama. Exact show dates will be selected by the Board of Directors in October.

If you have any questions, please contact Robert at the email address listed above.

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August 28, 2013 · 11:31 pm

FLI Announces Cast of ANYTHING GOES and NUNSENSE JAMBOREE

FLI_50 logoFootlighters is proud to announce the casts of the first two shows of our season, Anything Goes and Nunsense Jamboree! Come see all these fantastically talented folks on our stage!

Anything Goes (Sept. 26 – Oct. 12, 2013):

  • Reno Sweeney – Lori Valentine
  • Billy Crocker – Peyton Hahn
  • Hope Harcourt – Katie McCarthy
  • Moonface Martin – Joe Hornbaker
  • Evelyn – Tom Bush
  • Bonnie – Elizabeth Bancroft
  • Whitney – George Fee
  • Mrs. Harcourt – Kim Long
  • Bishop – Mark Aronson
  • Stewart – Ian Tinney
  • Captain/Purser/Passenger – Morgan Woodring

Angels –

  • Ruth Cachoua
  • Jennifer Drake
  • Jillian Schwab
  • Mary Stone

Sailors –

  • Charles Croley
  • Bryan Greaves (also Cameraman)
  • Robert Fields

Passengers –

  • Betsi Brockmeier
  • Jenny Broering
  • Marvel Gentry Davis
  • Brooke Eden
  • Frieda Houck
  • Ron Houck
  • Elizabeth Jetter
  • Sharon Shelton
  • Regina Stack
  • Gary Wettengel

Nunsense Jamboree
(Nov. 21 – Dec. 7, 2013):

  • Sister Mary Paul (AKA Amnesia) – Cathy Lutts
  • Sister Robert Ann – Jennifer Richardson
  • Sister Mary Wilhelm – Jill Herzner
  • Sister Mary Leo – Megan Hudson
  • Father Virgil Trott – Jim Curtis

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August 27, 2013 · 10:07 am

ANYTHING GOES Runs Sept. 26-Oct. 12

FLI_Anything GoesANYTHING GOES
Presented by Footlighters Inc.
Sept. 26-Oct. 12
Newport

Directed by Dennis Murphy
Vocal Directed by Missy Whitis
Produced by Freida Houck

Cast: Mark Aronson as Bishop, Elizabeth Bancroft as Bonnie, Tom Bush as Evelyn, George Fee as Whitney, Peyton Hahn as Billy Crocker, Kim Long as Mrs. Harcourt, Joe Hornbaker as Moonface Martin, Katie McCarthy as Hope Harcourt, Ian Tinney as Stewart, Lori Valentine as Reno Sweeney & Morgan Woodring as Captain/Purser/Passenger
Angels: Ruth Cachoua, Jennifer Drake, Jillian Schwab & Mary Stone
Sailors: Charles Croley, Bryan Greaves (also Cameraman) & Robert Fields
Passengers: Betsi Brockmeier, Jenny Broering, Marvel Gentry Davis, Brooke Eden, Frieda Houck, Ron Houck, Elizabeth Jetter, Sharon Shelton, Regina Stack & Gary Wettengel

The age-old tale of Boy-Meets-Girl and the complications which ensue intrigue every audience, and no musical puts it on stage better than ANYTHING GOES. This show is an amusing story wrapped around one of Cole Porter’s magical scores. Terrific Cole Porter songs include It’s De-Lovely, Friendship, I Get A Kick Out Of You, All Through The Night, Anything Goes, You’re The Top and Blow, Gabriel, Blow. It’s a wonder that all the romances are sorted out and disaster is averted aboard the magical ship where ANYTHING GOES!

  • Thu-Sat, Sept. 26-28 at 8pm
  • Sun, Sept. 29 at 2pm
  • Thu-Sat, Oct. 3-5 at 8pm
  • Sun, Oct. 6 at 2pm
  • Wed-Sat, Oct. 9-12 at 8pm

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August 9, 2013 · 10:33 am

Footlighters’ 50th Anniversary Gala on Sept. 6

FLI_50th Anniversary GalaDear Friends of Footlighters,

We would like you join us for the best party ever Friday night, September 6, 2013, 7 pm til Midnight, at The Syndicate, 18 E 5th St, Newport, KY 41071. If you like Footlighters productions, you’ll love this celebration.

Footlighters is celebrating 50 years of creating theatrical shows by throwing a party to say thank you to all our volunteers, members, patrons, subscribers, donors, friends, and family. YOU are our community and we want you to be there.

The evening will begin at 7pm with Dinner by the Bite. Then put on your dancing shoes and dance the night away to SWINGTIME BIG BAND, a 16-piece live dance band! There will be Monte Carlo, raffles, and silent auction items that may spark your interest. You’ll also receive two complimentary bar beverage tickets.

To order your tickets to this big event, please visit our website www.footlighters.org or you can call our ticket line at 859.652.3849. Ticket cost is equivalent to our show ticket price complete with dinner, drinks and dancing.

Gather your friends together for this very special party. As the song goes… “We’re gonna have a good time tonight. Let’s Celebrate!” I’ll be there with my dancing shoes on. We hope to see you, too.

Cathy Lutts
President
Footlighters, Inc.

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