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The Curious Savage

by

John Patrick

Theatre Guild Valdosta

The Valdosta Playhouse

May 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21 22, 1993

 Dear Theatre-goer,
Welcome to the Theatre Guild's final show of
the 92/93 season. This is our second show in our new
home. If you were here for our last show, you will note
Compliments of: a few additional changes. Our big plans are for this
GEORGIA summer. When you return in the fall you should see
substantial additions. A blueprint of the building and a rendering of the new
SULFUR facade are on display in the lobby for you to see. Large and small contributions
Charles M. Green, Jr. ASLA, AIA to the building fund are always welcome andappreciated. Any TGV member will
Landscape Architect be pleased to discuss our goals with you. All contributions, large or small, are
welcome.
Look for information concerning next season andour new repertory group
on Page 8.

Mary Ann Green, President

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The Curious Savage

THE SOUND OF MUSIC SEPTEMBER 16,17,18,19, 23, 24, 25,1993
HARVEY NOVEMBER 11,12,13,14,18,19, 20,1993
THE FOREIGNER JANUARY 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29,1994 by
ARSENIC AND OLD LACE MARCH 17,18,19 20, 24, 25, 26,1994
NUNSENSE JUNE 2, 3,4, 5, 9,10,11,12,1994 John Patrick

The Valdosta Playhouse

In July, 1992, theTheatre Guild Valdosta, after four years ofplaying "on the road", took the Malcolm Rainey, Producer
bold step of purchasing our own home. The old Dosta Theatre seemed tous the perfect facility to
become a home for live community theatre for Valdosta and the surrounding area. What you see
tonight isthe first step in a major renovation effort that will require neariy a quarter of a million dollars Denise Steptoe, Director
and several yearsof effort.
Kay Soutar, Assistant Director
Many members ofTGV havededicated hundreds of hours oftheir time and several local
businesses and individuals have donated materials and labor to our effort. What once was a sagging,
termite riddled lobby floor has been totally replaced with new support and flooring. Ahandicapped
accessble restroom has been addedto the mainfloor and the mainrestrooms on the mezzanine level
have been renovated. New fire safety fixtures, including exit lights and emergency lighting, have been
installed. Additional electrical work has been done to improve safety and provide the necessary power May 13,14,15,16,20,21,22,1993
to operate standard stage lighting fixtures.

In addition totheabove, theold stage, designed for film presentation, was removed anda
new 980 square foot stage built. You will note that the old proscenium arch is still in place, a Valdosta Playhouse
continuing reminder of where we began several months ago. New seating, which we hope you will find Downtown Valdosta
comfortable, has also been added.
Produced by special arrangement with
Where dowe gofrom here? We have a long list ofthings that need tobedone -new air
conditioning and heating systems, asprinkler system for thestage area, renovation of the marque and Dramatists Play Service, Inc.
facade, a concession area inthe lobby, a caterers work area, a tiered seating areawith tables for
dinner theatre, dressing rooms for the actors, complete stage lighting and sound systems, a facelift for
theceiling and walls in theauditorium, gridwork over thestageto hold lights and drapes and much, Thank you for your support!
much more.

How can you help? TGV wants the Valdosta Playhouse to be a facility that everyone in
Valdosta and Lowndes County canbeproud tocall their own. We have embarked ona Capital Funds The taking of photographs is strictly prohibited
Campaign to realize thisgoal. Your contributions, both financial and in-kind materials and services,
will assist us in developing the facility to itsfull potential.

To allof youwhohave helped us so far we say a heartyTHANK YOU!

 THE CAST The Cast

The Guests:
Florence Cherie Cade Malcolm Rainey (Producer) hasproduced several shows for TGV and hasbeen thetreasurer for several years.
Hannibal Michael Lowe Besides producing, heappeared asBellamy in TheFantastic!©. Watch for the announcement ofthededication
oftheMalcolm Rainey Memorial Bathroom.
Fairy May Mary Helen Kamarad
Jeffrey Robert Swanson This is Denise Steptoe's (Director) swan song for TGV, as she will be moving to Douglas following this
Mrs. Paddy Mary Ann Green production. She is a member of Ambassadors Live) and has served as secretary on the Board of TGV and
The Family: costume mistress for several shows. This is hersecond effort at directing. Stage highlights include Sally in
Titus Rick Patrick Auntie Mame, Grade in BusStop, astripper in Gypsy, Lady Calvarty in Clever Dick, Aunt Hannah in All The
Samuel Jerry Blis Way Home, and Rheba inYou Cant Take ItWithYou.
Lily Belle Kay Jennett
Ethel Joanne Griner Kay Soutar (Assistant Director) made her acting debut as Aunt Sadie in All TheWay Home and is now trying
The Staff: herhand in front of the footlights as Assistant Director.
Miss Wifhelmina Alma Nicholson
Cherie Cade makes her first appearance with TGV as Florence. Cherie hails from California where she
Dr. Emmett Charles Green
participated inhigh school drama and chorus.
Theaction takes place in the living room of The Cloisters Michael Lowe lends his talents to the character of Hannibal. Michael has been seen numerous times in TGV
productions including Brighton BeachMemoirs, Bus Stop,The Fantasticks, and AllTheWay Home.
ACT I
Scene 1 - Night Mary Helen Kamarad plays Fairy May and finally hasenough lines to make the effort worth while. The queen
Scene 2 - The Next Morning of theone liners lovesthe theatre andwantsthe bigger roles to keep coming.

ACT II
Robert Swanson, another newcomer to TGV, plays the role of Jeffrey. He has performed with the Tifton and
Albany theatre groups wherehe performed in MyFair Lady.
Scene 1 - That night, after dinner
Scene 2 - A few nights later Mrs. Paddy is played byMary AnnGreen Veteran audiences will remember heras Mama RoseinGypsy. She
hasalsodirected several showsincluding You Can'tTake ttWithYou, Brighton BeachMemoirs, AllMySons,
ACT III andAllThe Way Home.
A few minutes later
Rick Patrick plays the role of Titus. A newcomer toTGV, Rick has beenactive with other groups since1978.
PRODUCTION STAFF He hasalso toured with UpWith People intheUnited States andMexico.

Samuel is played byJerry Ellis. Jerry is past president ofTGV and hasdone just about everything elsethat
Producer Malcolm Rainey
needed doing. Hehas appeared in Bus Stop, Gypsy, AllMy Sons, and AllThe Way Home.
Director Denise Steptoe
Assistant Director, Stage Manager Kay Soutar Kay Jennett portrays Lily Belle. She wasMrs. Upson inAuntie Mame and Trudy inSocial Security.
Set Designer The Director
LighttSound Technician Davy Carter Joanne Griner stars as Ethel Savage in this production. Shehas been involved inalmost every production, either
House Manager Bettie Culbreth on oroffstage, since TGVs inception. Sheisacharter member ofTGV and has held several board positions.
Box Office Manager Tammy Sumner Her favorite roles include Mame in Auntie Mame and Kate in All My Sons. Our favorite is her shopstopping
Assistants Cheryl Pounds, Virginia Sumner role as the rear of the cow inGypsy.
Jane Huckaby, Bettie Culbreth, Mary AnnGreen
Publicity Joanne Griner Alma Nicholson, after a brief hiatus, returns totheTGV stage as Miss Willie. Shedirected this season's opener,
Clever Dick,and starred inWitness for the Prosecution.
Wardrobe Mistress Mary Helen Watson
Assistant Denise Steptoe Charles Green, the perennial corpse, plays Dr. Emmett Charles isthe architect for the renovation ofthetheatre.
Hair/Make-up Laurie Hull He assumed clerical roles in Auntie Mame and All TheWay Home and died three times in Clever Dick.
Set Construction Jerry Ellis, Charles Green, Mary Ann Green, Joanne Griner,
Mary Helen Watson, Cherie Cade, Sean Cade, Harilee Swanson, The Bear, as himself, makes his TGV debut
Kay Soutar, Denise Steptoe, Malcolm Rainey, Robert Swanson, Rick Patrick
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Next Year

Our upcoming season is going to be our best ever. We have plans for five great performances,
including two musicals. Watch the Newsletter and other publicity for details. Now that we have our new home,
we will be offering Season Tickets for the first time. Prices have not been set atthis time, but you can expect
a substantial discount over single ticket prices plus discounts on any other activities sponsored by TGV.
Ambassadors Live!

Have you seen our repertory company, Ambassadors Live? If not, they will be performing for the
Civitan sponsored Memorial Day weekend activities on May 29. Watch for publicity. Also, they will be performing
in Waycross, Quitman and other locations throughout June. Watch the Newsletter for details on this exciting
group of performers. The group is also available for performances for civic and other groups. If you have aneed,
contact Joanne Griner for details.