Narnia

Based upon C.S. Lewis’ “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe,” the first and most famous story of the Chronicles of Narnia has become an enchanting children’s musical presentation – Narnia, which will be presented by the Erie Playhouse Youtheatre. Pictured are Tim Barthelmes (Aslan), Matt Grisier (Peter) and Emily Brooks (The White Witch).  Click Here for more information.

Jan. 11-13, 18-20 - The Sunday, Jan. 20 performance will be signed for the deaf and hard of hearing.

Friday 7pm, Saturday 2pm & 7pm, Sunday 2pm

All seats $10 (+tax)

Crowns

A moving and celebratory musical play in which hats become a springboard for an exploration of black history and identity. You don't have to be a female or even a hat lover to get into the swing of things. Crowns  - is a parade of fashion, faith and flamboyance with a musical score that will infect your spirit!

January 31-Feb. 3, 6-10

Wed. - Sat. 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm

Adults $20/$12, Students $12

Composer Lyricist Concert "Broadway Today"

With more than 35 shows currently running or about to open on Broadway, you can be assured that you will be thrilled with the upcoming concert, the talent (with a  list that looks like who's who at the EP) and songs selected.  Your hosts, Almi and Shawn Clerkin, will take patrons on a present-day journey of the "Great White Way."  Songs from Putnam County Spelling Bee, The Color Purple, The Drowsy Chaperone, Mary Poppins, Chicago, Rent, Spamalot and many more.

Monday, Feb. 4 & Tuesday, Feb. 5 at 7:30pm

All seats $12 (+plus tax)

Bowling with the Stars

The Erie Playhouse is holding a bowling tournament Sunday, February 17 from 12:30-3:30pm and/or 8-11pm and would like to invite everyone to join in the fun. When you register to bowl as an individual or a team, you could find yourself bowling next to your favorite Playhouse actor, orchestra member, usher, staff member or a fellow theatre patron and Playhouse supporter. Click Here for more information and to register.

From the Executive Director's Desk

Dear Erie Playhouse Family,

Happy 2008 to you and your family!

If you see any EP staff members, you’ll see us floating above the ground as we received great news in December that will propel your Erie Playhouse into 2008 and years to come…

On December 18th, Erie County Council unanimously voted to accept the Gaming Revenue Plan that includes funding for regional assets. The Erie Playhouse is recognized as a dedicated regional asset - we have a long history, a substantial budget and large numbers of residents and visitors who pass through our doors each year.

In the past, the Erie Playhouse received local government funding via the Arts Council of Erie - the city and/or county would make a donation to the Arts Council of Erie and, as a member, we would share in that donation. This will be the first time in Erie Playhouse history that funds will come directly to us from Erie County to help stabilize and transform the theatre.

We still have work to do. The Gaming Revenue Authority will develop an in-depth application for us to complete. After our application is reviewed, the Authority will award a dollar amount out of the unrestricted gaming revenue funds. The Erie Playhouse will use these funds for the day-to-day programming of the theatre and the creative work we do.

If you would like to read The Report of the Gaming Revenue Committee, Click Here.

The Erie Playhouse is grateful to our government leaders for their foresight to support the cultural life of Erie County, helping the quality of life grow and prosper in our community.

See you at the theatre!

Almitra

DID YOU KNOW?

The Erie Playhouse is participating in a Shared Services Project with the Children’s Museum, the Civic Center Authority, Erie Art Museum, and the Erie Philharmonic. Two phases of the project have been funded through competitive grants from the Erie Community Foundation. Together, working with Elliott Marketing out of Pittsburgh, we will develop a collective, household-level database of arts and cultural buyers. This project is an excellent step in our ongoing efforts to remain fiscally responsible.

THANK YOU!

Be careful what you wish for – you may just get it!

Thanks to our wonderful patrons and volunteers, the Erie Playhouse received two items on our Christmas List. Thank you to Connor O’Brien for the Finale 2008 computer program and to Judy Fenton of Millcreek Vacuum & Sewing Center for the Husqvarna free-arm sewing machine.

Where Are They Now

Are you interested in reading about former Erie Playhouse performers? We have a  new feature highlighting performers who have been away from the Erie Playhouse stage for a while but who made a significant impact or contribution when they were “on the boards.”  For an update on Katherine Rosati just Click Here!

To suggest an Erie Playhouse talent from the past to feature for Where Are They Now? please contact Almi Clerkin .