ASOLO REPERTORY THEATRE GUILD
Developing a Deeper Appreciation for the Theatre and Supporting Educational Opportunities for Children in Florida
We are a group of lively men and women, varying in age, who are stimulated by a wide array of theatre-related programming. We enjoy creative activities and deepening our appreciation for the theatre in general (Asolo Rep in particular!), while giving area students the opportunity to discover and enjoy live theatre by raising funds for Asolo Rep's Education & Outreach's program Access to the Arts.
We would love for you to join us! Please click here to download our brochure and membership form or call Barbara Maier at 941-358-3484.
EVENTS:
Asolo Rep Theatre Guild Champagne Sunday Brunch, Sunday, January 24
12:30pm Champagne and Bruch catered by Word of Mouth (Brunch only $15)
2pm Matinee performance of Hearts.
This is the third of five special lunch and matinee combos. Lunch is served prior to the matinee performance on the mezzanine of the FSU Center for the Performing Arts. Special Orchestra seats are available and the panel discussion follows the performance. For more information please call Pat Anderson at 941-504-4729 or 351-9010 ext 4704 (Lunch and Matinee ticket combo is $62)
General Membership Meeting, Wednesday, January 27
10am Coffee and Sweets in the lobby – Free and open to the public
10:30am Program featuring members of the cast of Hearts
Special Event with Bryan Torfeh, Monday, February 1
Dinner on the mezzanine and an original theatre piece created by Bryan Torfeh and friends. For more information please contact Janet Tolbert at 941-388-9624.
RAGS to RICHES to RAGS part one (includes dinner option)
February 1
Guild Members $15 for performance and $15 for dinner (combo option is $30 per person)
Guests $20 for performance and $20 for dinner (combo option is $40 per person)
6:30 pm Dinner on the mezzanine catered by Word of Mouth
Theatre ticket only $15 for Guild members and $20 for Guests
8:00 pm Rags to Riches to Rags, an original theatre piece created by Bryan Torfeh, Stephen Johnson and Bard Wallace
*** Special appearances by Annie Morrison, Sharon Spelman, Stephen Johnson, Bryan Torfeh, Kris Danford, Ghafir Akbar – just to name a few.
RAGS to RICHES to RAGS part two (performance only)
Special Event with Bryan Torfeh
February 8
8pm performance only $15 per person
For more information about RAGS to RICHES to RAGS please contact Molly Maginn at 941-351-9010 ext 4704.
SAVE THE DATE
Play Reader’s Annual Luncheon, Monday, March 22
A play reading performance in the Cook Theatre, followed by a catered luncheon and auction on the mezzanine level. For more information please contact Janet Zipper 941-387-0516.
OUR PROGRAMS:
Access to the Arts – The Guild is the founding sponsor for Access to the Arts, an Asolo Rep Education & Outreach program that provides opportunities for thousands of students and teachers in Sarasota, Manatee and Charlotte counties to study and enjoy live theatre and to attend special productions at greatly reduced rates.
The Guilder Award – Throughout the year, our members attend and critique local high school productions culminating in awarding the prestigious Guilder Award. This award is presented annually to an area high school for outstanding achievement, innovation and progress in their theatre programs. Adjudication Form High School Performance Dates
Tour Guides – The Guild established and supports the Asolo Rep Tour Guides program. Each year, tour guides conduct hundreds of tours of the FSU Center for the Performing Arts, giving a backstage glimpse of the rehearsal halls, costume shop, green room and more! The tours last 45 minutes and are available Wednesdays-Saturdays at 10:00 and 11:00 a.m.
Play Readers – The lively playreading group of the Guild meets monthly to read and discuss plays. Our members present readings for many community groups to promote Asolo Rep, raise funds for Access to the Arts, and share their love of theatre! Monthly meetings are held at 9:30 a.m. on the second Monday of the month October to May at the FSU Center. For more information, please call Richard Schubel at 941-362-7064. Download our brochure here.