Barbara Heninger, Author at South Bay Musical Theatre

Cast for SBMT's "The Genius of Leonard Bernstein"

By Barbara Heninger|2015-03-05T07:14:20-08:00March 5th, 2015|Announcements|

South Bay Musical Theatre is pleased to announce the list of performers for "The Genius of Leonard Bernstein." This special event will take place one night only, Sunday, June 7, at 7:30 pm. The concert features many of Bernstein's best-known songs from hit shows like "West Side Story," "On the Town," and "Candide," along with seldom-performed vocal works. Experience the brilliance of Leonard Bernstein - right here in Saratoga! Tickets are on sale now, at http://southbaymt.com/shows/leonardbernstein.html. Order now, before it's sold out! Director: Walter M. Mayes Producer: Nancy McClymont Musical Director and Accompanist: Samuel Cisneros Featuring: Dee Baily Chrissy Brooks Brett [...]

Meet some of the "Curtains" cast

By Barbara Heninger|2015-02-01T11:30:30-08:00February 1st, 2015|Video Link|

It's time to hear more about "Curtains" from the cast members. You may want to search this video for clues to "who done it" - but we won't give it away! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bysug5Mok-s And now it's time to get your tickets for the two remaining weekends before they sell out. We close on February 14 - order today! Go to http://southbaymt.com/shows/curtains.html for links to showtimes and ticket sales. "The Woman's Dead" - photo by Steve Stubbs

SBMT General Meeting – awards & next season announced

By Barbara Heninger|2015-01-29T00:08:34-08:00January 29th, 2015|Announcements, Photos|

The SBMT Board of Directors announced its 2015-16 season line-up at the organization's General Meeting on January 27. The events and shows include: 2015-2016 Season Shows Fall: Fiorello, produced by Jay Steele (assistant producer Barbara Heninger) Winter: Forever Plaid, produced by Walter Mayes and Jennifer Kohler Spring: Gypsy, produced by David Murphy and Dave Leon Events Fall: "Broadway by the Decade: Musicals of the 1930s," directed by Brad Handshy Winter: Jerry's Girls Spring: A one-night musical revue (probably Gershwin) Those interested in participating on the staff of any show should contact the producers by clicking one of the email links above. [...]

Sold-out house enjoys Curtains opening night

By Barbara Heninger|2015-01-26T23:38:47-08:00January 26th, 2015|Announcements, Photos|

On January 24, SBMT's production of CURTAINS celebrated a sold-out opening night! Our mailbox is already filling with positive comments, and one reviewer writes: "South Bay Musical Theatre has a winner with this production." The previous night's preview was a hit as well, as staff honored members of the cast and orchestra for their outstanding work to support the show. The honorees: Sarah Haas, Bobo Reardon Newcomer Award Haley Henson, Producer's Award Ralph Zazula, Orchestra Award Jennifer Young, Gypsy Robe Award Following are just a few photos from preview and opening night. Have YOU purchased your tickets yet? Get them soon! [...]

Curtains – Behind the Set!

By Barbara Heninger|2015-01-22T08:09:58-08:00January 22nd, 2015|Announcements, Photos, Video Link|

It takes a theater village to put on a show. Watch our video as the cast and crew load in and assemble our set pieces. Hear interviews with Scenic Designer Stephen Wathen and Construction Head Jeffrey Henson about the Curtains set. And get a glimpse of the cast dancing and singing "Thataway" with Mary Melnick as Georgia Hendricks and Braden Taylor as Bobby Pepper. Video: http://youtu.be/Jg_kjVD7icU Curtains runs from January 24 through February 14. C'mon 'thisaway' and get your tickets at http://southbaymt.com/shows/curtains.html! Cast and crew listen to Jeffrey Henson describe the set. Dave Leon and Jennifer Young pause during [...]

$10 Preview tickets available for Curtains

By Barbara Heninger|2015-01-11T17:03:19-08:00January 11th, 2015|Announcements, Photos|

Do you want to be one of the first to see SBMT's production of "Curtains?" How about if that opportunity also comes at the LOW COST of only $10 (less than half the full ticket price)? Tickets for our preview night show on January 23 are now on sale for only $10 per person! Go to http://southbaymt.com/shows/curtains.html and click Buy Tickets to get your preview night seats. Meanwhile, we're hard at work getting ready for our audiences. Cast members recently tried out their costumes in the theater, as shown in these photos by Steve Stubbs. It's going to be a great [...]

"Curtains" Rings in the New Year at the Saratoga Theatre

By Barbara Heninger|2015-01-04T23:00:10-08:00January 4th, 2015|Announcements, Photos|

It's a new year, and the staff, cast, and crew of SBMT's "Curtains" kicked 2015 off in style by moving the production into the Saratoga Civic Theatre on January 3. Opening night (Jan. 24) is only three weeks away, and we're getting the sets, costumes, staging, lights, and music ready! But are YOU ready? Get your tickets now -- time's running out! Go to www.southbaymt.com for show times, ticket prices, and more. You'll want to know "who done it?" in this old-fashioned, backstage murder mystery within a classic musical comedy. Make sure you don't miss it! A few photos from the [...]

Get a sneak peek behind the Curtains

By Barbara Heninger|2014-12-06T16:24:44-08:00December 6th, 2014|Video Link|

Hear director Doug Brook introduce "Curtains," and watch the cast during early musical run-throughs. The high-energy musical comedy is also a classic who-dunnit murder mystery! Get tickets now at www.southbaymt.com for the show, opening January 24 and playing through February 14 at the Saratoga Civic Theatre. Curtains - interview with Doug Brook (youtube)

How much fun is building a set? THIS much!

By Barbara Heninger|2014-11-17T23:01:54-08:00November 17th, 2014|Photos|

Cast members from SBMT's upcoming show, Curtains, show you how much fun it can be to build a set in the following video and photos. If you'd like to get a sneak preview of the set and learn to use fun power tools, volunteer! If using power tools or painting is not up your alley, remember we can always use ushers and lobby volunteers as well. Sign up now at http://sbmt.ivolunteer.com Watch the video on youtube! Mike Rhone (Lt. Frank Cioffi) and Shawn Bender (Sidney Bernstein) work on a flat, with advice from head builder Jeffrey Henson. Mike [...]

Order tix to Curtains NOW for $10 savings!

By Barbara Heninger|2014-11-01T16:22:41-07:00November 1st, 2014|Announcements|

It's time to buy your tickets to SBMT's winter show, CURTAINS. And if you purchase tickets before November 30, you can save $10 per ticket off the regular Adult price for selected seats and performances. That's only $23 for Friday night and $25 for Saturday night! Purchase online at www.southbaymt.com, or by phone at 408-266-4734. Use the coupon code WHODONEIT. Offer valid only for Friday and Saturday night performances of Curtains, Left and Right sections only, "Adult" price tickets only. Offer valid through the end of November, 2014. Curtains, a hilarious send-up of murder mysteries and an affectionate nod to musical theatre, [...]

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