Follies

By Stephen Sondheim

Directed by Katrina Williams Brunner; music directed by Andrew Abrams

Presented in cooperation with the Wisconsin Union Theater and starring Tony Nominee Tom Wopat as Ben, our staged concert version of "Follies" will feature a full 27 piece orchestra on stage with a cast of seasoned actors and singers from across Dane County.

The time is 1971, and theatrical impresario Dimitri Weissmann (famous for his garish Weissmann Follies of yesteryear) hosts a reunion of ex-Follies performers in his crumbling theatre, setting the stage for a parade of brilliant ‘20s, ‘30s and ‘40s pastiche numbers that have become every bit as famous as their models: “Losing My Mind,” “I’m Still Here” and “Broadway Baby,” to name a few. Amid the reminiscing, two middle-aged couples confront some unpleasant truths about their past and present and come face to face with the future.

Produced by Four Seasons Theatre at Wisconsin Union Theater

Performances: February 22-23, 2008

Performance Times: Friday, February 22 and Saturday, February 23 at 7:30 pm

Ticket Prices: Tickets are $15, $20, and $25 dependent on location with a $2 discount for students, seniors, and groups of 10 or more.

Call 608-262-2201 for reservations or more information.

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Auditions

Auditions will be held on the following days:

10/22/2007
10/24/2007

Rehearsals begin January 6 with performances Friday, February 22 and Saturday, February 23 at the Wisconsin Union Theater. The number of rehearsals required of each cast member is dependent on his/her role. Those who are unable to attend auditions but are interested in being a part of this production should submit an audition videotape.

Complete audition details (character breakdown, audition requirements, video instructions, etc.) are available for download at:

http://fst.floptical.net/files/shows/follies_2008/Follies_Audition_Info.pdf