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community theatre since

1867.

News from the Hall Gatesinger Company, Ltd.

www.gateshall.com (315) 589-3326 Summer2015

Gilbert & Sullivan’s

Iolanthe (the one with the Fairies…)

July 17-19 Where can you find a banished fairy whose son is half fairy/half mortal and loves a shepherdess, who is also a ward of the Lord Chancellor? Where members of the House of Peers anger the fairies, who punish them by making the shepherd-son a member of their ranks and send him to Parliament, where every bill he introduces is passed? Where the shepherdess is promised to one of two noblemen and she doesn't care which one she marries? The plot further thickens when Phyllis (Katy Kolyer) catches Strephon (Devon Woodward) kissing a young woman, who is actually his mother, the fairy Iolanthe (Ginny Doremus), who, like all fairies, does not age. Jealous and angry, Phyllis agrees to marry one of the noblemen (Eric Thompson or Lonnie Hohenboken). Iolanthe, who was banished for the crime of marrying a mortal, repeats the crime when she contacts her former mortal husband (Luke Shane O'Dell) on Strephon's behalf. The Queen of the Fairies (Lois Fiegl) finds a solution due to her attraction to Pvt. Willis (Craig Packard) and, with a signature Gilbert & Sullivan topsy-turvy plot, all is resolved, with the help of the leading fairies, Larissa Myhowych, Suzanne Bell, and Annalise Mantelli. Where can you find all of this fairy frivolity? At historic Gates Hall on July 17-18 at 8pm and July 19 at 3pm, of course. Director Karen Skerrett Nail assures us that this production is filled with rollicking chorus numbers, beautiful ballads, an appropriate amount of “tan-tan-ta-ras” and comedic moments galore. To make Iolanthe part of your Pultneyville Homecoming Celebration, see the ticket order form in this newsletter, or visit our website at www.gateshall.com

Mike Zygo Original Cast Member

of Broadway's Tony Award-Winning

"Once" Returns to the

Gates Hall Stage

Gatesinger Alumni to present Free Concert and Youth Audition Workshop! Details p.3

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April 25th marked the close to yet another successful show at Gates Hall! A rousing 621 patrons attended the 5 performances of Irene directed by Lois Fiegl. This rarely produced piece of musical theatre lit up the Gates Hall stage. Congratulations to the cast and crew of Irene on their stellar production!

Letter from the President – Carl Webeck As our 2014-15 season and fiscal year come to an end, there are a few important things that I cannot let go unsaid. First, our participants and volunteers have truly put in an incredible year. The performances are still in our hearts and the awards are still in our thoughts. Next, our Board Members have truly gone out of their way this year, with an astonishing amount of time spent at meetings, doing company work, and helping to keep Gates Hall up and running. Finally, it is not easy for me to imagine serving on this board without Ann Rhody. Sadly, she is not renewing her term as Treasurer. Ann is as impressive working behind the scenes as she is onstage. As a Board Member, Ann has assisted our organization tremendously and helped lead us through several phenomenal seasons. Ann has also helped The Gatesinger Company rejuvenate its shared interest with the Historical Society, as we have taken strides to work together for the benefit of the Hall and for community theatre in Pultneyville. Ann more recently took on the role of Newsletter Editor and has offered to continue in that role and some others. Next time you see Ann, please thank her for her dedication to The Gatesinger Company and Gates Hall!

Irene a Raging Success!

The production of Irene was honored with five TANYS awards from the Theatre Association of New York State! The awards given were: *Excellence in Direction to Lois Fiegl *Outstanding Achievement in Vocal Performance to Caitlin Marcellus for her portrayal of Irene O’Dare *Excellence in Acting to Kathy Doremus for her portrayal of Mrs. Geraldine O’Dare *Outstanding Achievement in Costume Design to Laurie B. Krenzer and Kasi L Krenzer Marshall *Excellence in Ensemble Performance and Dance to the Cast Congratulations to all of the TANYS award winners from the production of Irene!

2015-16 Season

Gilbert & Sullivan’s Iolanthe

July 17-19, 2015 Karen M. Nail, Director

YouTHeatre presents Footloose

Nov. 27 - Dec. 6, 2015 Nan Hanna-Paquin and

Karen M. Nail, Directors

Stephen Sondheim’s Company April 2016

Kasi L. Krenzer Marshall, Director

Check our website for audition and ticket information!

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The Gatesinger Company, Ltd. proudly announces the return of one of its “favorite sons” to the Gates Hall Stage on August 8th at 8:00pm. J. Michael Zygo and his wife, Jillian, recently completed a three-year run in the Tony Award winning musical, Once. Together, the Zygos have thrilled audiences from coast to coast co-starring as Robbie and Julia in The Wedding Singer, as well as Will Parker and Ado Annie in the National Tour of Oklahoma!. Mike has also performed as Drew in Rock of Ages, Huck Finn in Big River, and the Emcee in Cabaret. Jill’s credits include Fannie Brice in Funny Girl, Annie Oakley in Annie Get Your Gun and Nancy in Oliver. Long-time theatre fans in Williamson may remember Mike in Guys and Dolls, My Fair Lady, The Sound of Music, and Oliver on the Williamson High School stage. As a Gatesinger Company YouTHeatre performer, he starred in productions of Once Upon a Mattress and Anything Goes. “I have loved performing ever since 8th grade when the late Richard Milks, my Williamson Middle School vocal music teacher, cast me as Peter Pan,” said Mike. Zygo has fond memories of growing up with an apple orchard in his back yard, the Apple Blossom Festival, and working summers at Motts. SUNY Geneseo, where he met Jillian Nyhan from Saratoga at an audition, also has a very special place in his heart. Mike and Jillian have been a couple ever since, and their proudest production is their daughter, Maizy, who made her debut in August of 2014. The evening concert is free to the public and will provide a wonderful opportunity to experience world class entertainment in our own historic Gates Hall - the oldest continuous community theatre venue in the United States.

Mike Zygo Returns to Gates Hall Free Concert: August 8th at 8:00pm

Youth Audition Workshops Your chance to learn from Broadway Stars!

Mike and Jillian Zygo will be conducting two Audition Workshops for YouTHeatre members on Saturday, August 8th: The workshop for students entering 7th or 8th grade is at 10:00am, and for those entering 9th – 12th grade the workshop is at 1:00pm. Rehearsal of a number, in which the students will perform with the professionals during the evening performance, will follow the workshop sessions. Lunch and dinner will be served to the participants, and all students (7th -12th grade) are welcome to observe both sessions. Details regarding registration and audition requirements will be posted at The Gatesinger Company, Ltd. website (www.gateshall.com).

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YouTHeatre Auditions

FOOTLOOSE Sunday, August 16 (2-6 pm)

Gates Hall, Pultneyville Show Dates: November 27, 28; December 4, 5 at 7:30pm

November 29 and December 6 at 3:00pm

Watch the YouTHeatre Facebook page and gateshall.com for audition information. Auditions open to students 12 years old

through those entering 12th grade.

Directed by Nan Hanna-Paquin and Karen Skerrett Nail

Presented through special arrangement with R&H Theatricals, New York, NY.

The Gatesinger Company, Ltd. is a proud member of Rochester's consortium of theatre companies, TheatreROCS. One of the duties/privileges of membership is providing volunteers to help with the First Niagara Rochester Fringe Festival, which will be held September 19th – 26th. Help is needed at the TROCS Stage at 287 E. Broad Street, Rochester. Details about parking and exact location will be forwarded. Volunteers are usually lined up in July/August. If interested, please contact Nan Hanna-Paquin (hannapaq@aol.com) or Karen Skerrett Nail (karenmnail22@gmail.com) and we will submit your name. You will then be contacted with details about volunteering. YouTHeatre members are welcome to volunteer. Volunteers are being sought to serve as ushers, ticket takers, concession folks and several other tasks. The ”shifts” are usually 4-5 hours long, but it goes quickly, and you get to enjoy the Fringe events. Here are the dates/times from which to choose:

Thursdays 9/17 or 9/26: 5:00 - 10pm Fridays 9/18 or 9/25: 5:00 - 11:30pm Saturday 9/19: 10:30am - 11:00pm Sunday 9/20: 12:30 - 8:30pm Saturday 9/26: 11:15am - 10:30pm

It would be a great tribute to The Gatesinger Company to have a gang of volunteers for this fabulous series of local events! BAL/GLY, Nan & Karen, your TheatreROCS representatives

TICKET ORDER & PATRON DONATION FORM All performances at Gates Hall, Pultneyville, NY

ADULTS $12.00 STUDENTS/SENIORS $10.00

Iolanthe

Fri. July 17th @ 8:00pm: # Adults = _____ # Seniors = _____ # Students = _____

Sat. July 18th @ 8:00pm: # Adults = _____ # Seniors = _____ # Students = _____

Sun. July 19th @ 3:00pm: # Adults = _____ # Seniors = _____ # Students = ____

(The Gatesinger Company, Ltd. is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. Donations are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.)

Amount of Patron Donation: _________ Amount for Tickets: _________

Total Amount Enclosed: _________

Name to appear in patron section of program: ____________________________________

Address: _________________________________________

City: _______________________ State: ___________ Zip: _________

Email Address: ___________________________________________

Phone: _______________________

(All mail orders will be confirmed by phone upon receipt.)

Make checks payable to: Gatesinger Company, Ltd.

Send to: The Gatesinger Company, Ltd., PO Box 95, Pultneyville, NY 14538

You can also pay by credit card by calling the Box Office at

315-589-3326 or online at www.gateshall.com

Stage Door Johnny/Jenny

Up to $24

Starstruck $25 - $99

In the Spotlight $100 - $249

Center Stage $250 & over

Gatesinger Patron Donations: Become an In the Spotlight contributor and receive two

complimentary tickets to the performance of your choice.

Become a Center Stage contributor and receive two complimentary tickets to each of our regular shows this season.

Theatre Located at: Gates Hall,

Corner of Rt. 21. & Lake Rd. Pultneyville

Mailing Address: PO Box 95

Pultneyville, NY 14538

Phone: 315-589-3326

Visit us at: www.gateshall.com and on Facebook

2015-2016 Board of Directors

President: Carl Webeck

Vice President: Anne Vander Byl

Secretary: Sara Webeck

Treasurer: Anne L’Hommedieu

Members: Nan Hanna-Paquin

John L’Hommedieu

Steve Mullin

Honorary Chair: Karen Nail

YouTHeatre Liaison: Autumn Pollock

The Gatesinger Company, Ltd.

P.O. Box 95

Pultneyville, N.Y. 14538

Non-Profit Organization U.S. Postage Paid Permit No. 27 Williamson, N.Y. 14589

Inside: Iolanthe Tickets on sale now!

AND Mike Zygo concert and audition workshop!!

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