99.7 The Breeze and Yellowbook and The Lakewood Blue Claws are proud to sponsor the entire 2008 MainStage season

Swing  

 

An exhilarating song and dance revue that celebrates the Swing music of the 40's.  This uniquely American form of popular music and dance exploded out of pre-war Harlem's hotbed of youth culture and swept the world. Specialty styles made famous by artists such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and Benny Goodman are conveyed entirely through high energy song and dance.  This enthralling show includes classics such as It Don’t Mean a Thing,Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, and I’ll be Seeing You

 

8:00PM Show: April 11, 12, 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26

2:00PM Matinee: April 12, 13, 15, 16, 20, 22, 23, 27

 

 

Opening Gala  

Sponsored in part by Barefoot Wine

 

Meet the Surflighters in a Musical Revue featuring our 2008 resident company of Actors.  This show is the best way to get a preview of our season, and then meet our company at a Gala reception immediately following the performance.

8:00 PM Show: May 24 & 25

 

Oklahoma!

Sponsored in part by Camp Bow Wow, Lacey

 

The turn of the century story of cowboy Curly McLain and farm girl Laurey Williams tells of fun, love and romance in the Oklahoma territory. The rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys underscores the journey of the territory toward progress, community and statehood.  The premiere modern American musical, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s first collaboration produced such memorable songs as Oh! What a Beautiful Mornin’, Surrey with the Fringe on Top, and Oklahoma!

8:00PM Show: May 28-31, June 4-7,

2:00PM Matinee: May 29, 30, June 1, 3, 5, 8

The Producers

Sponsored in part by Amergen/Oyster Creek

                       and Musgnug & Associates Architects

The story line is a comedy classic: a crooked producer and his anxiety ridden accountant cook up a scheme to present a massive train wreck of a theatrical fiasco and pocket their investors money before the curtain falls. Dancing off with more Tony Awards than any other show in Broadway history, musical numbers include I Want to Be a Producer and Springtime for Hitler.  With clever songs and belly laughs from the mind of Mel Brooks, The Producers is a show everyone should see at least once

8:00PM Show: June 11-14. 18-21, 24-28

2:00PM Matinee: June 12, 13, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 29

Chicago

Sponsored in part by Callan & Moellerand

                       and Lackland Self Storage

                       and East Bay PC

 

"Murder, greed, corruption, violence, exploitation, adultery and treachery - all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts." So begins the musical Chicago - the kiss-and-tell tale of Roxie Hart, a chorus girl who kills her lover as a career move; Billy Flynn, a sharp lawyer who turns Roxie into a celebrity; and Velma Kelly, a dancing jailbird with an ear for headlines and an eye for talent. The longest running musical revival in Broadway history, it’s a loving look back at vaudeville withshowstopping numbers including All That Jazz,Cell Block Tango, and Razzle Dazzle.

8:00PM Show: July 1-3, 5, 6, 8-13, 15-19

2:00PM Matinee: July 3, 6, 8, 10, 15, 17, 20

All Shook Up

Sponsored in part by www.causewaycars.com

                       and Quality Tire & Muffle r (609) 597-2888

                       and Standard Motor Products

 

Combining all-time favorite Elvis hits with a whole new story, this show is surefire fun! It’s the story of a square town in a square state in a square decade where a lonely young girl dreams of hitting the open road. Into her life rides a guitar-playin' roustabout who changes everything and kick-starts a hip-swivelin', lip-curlin' musical fantasy that will have you jumpin' out of your blue suede shoes. Featuring such classics as Heartbreak Hotel, Burning Love, Jailhouse Rock, and Love Me Tender, this well-tuned hot rod musical guarantees fun for the entirefamily.

 

8:00PM Show: July 22-27, 29-31, August 1-3, 5-9

2:00PM Matinee: July 24, 29, August  5, 10

Will Rogers Follies starring John Davidson

 Sponsored in part by Commerce Bank N.A.

                        and The Egg Man -- Alan Traynor

                        and Pinziminio Trattoria

 

A musical biography of one of America’s most beloved citizens, Will Roger’s life is viewed through the opulent lense of the Ziegfeld Follies.  An all singing, all dancing Broadway extravaganza. Episodes of his life are showcased through big production numbers. Will Rogers’ homespun style of wisdom and humor put a smile on the face of America.

 

8:00PM Show: August 12-17, 19-24, 26-30

2:00PM Matinee: August 14, 17,19,21, 26, 28

Swingtime Canteen

Sponsored in part by Dunkin’ Donuts, Manahawkin

 

This star-spangled musical hit about the nostalgic sounds of the 1940’s is a stroll, a swing, a rock and a roll down memory lane.  Set in World War II England, five gal pals, from a still glamorous movie legend to the girl next door entertain the troops singing over 30 vintage classics such as Sentimental Journey, Don’t Fence Me In, Sing, Sing, Sing, and a medley of the Andrews Sisters’ hits. Laughs, tears, emotional fireworks, air raids and a celebration of women during the war punctuate this hilarious sweet as apple pie story.

8:00PM Show: September 3-6,  10-13

2:00PM Matinee: September 5, 7, 10, 11, 14

Barnum

Barnum—And…appearing in the center ring of the Surflight stage, Barnum—the birth of the greatest show on earth! A musical portrayal of P.T. Barnum’s forty-five year journey through a life filled with successes and failures. The man who created a new form of entertainment featuring human oddity was deeply torn between the love of his life, Jenny Lynd, and an intense desire to fill the world with color. Through his creativity and showmanship Barnum achieved a place of honor in the history of American entertainment. Musical numbers include There’s a Sucker Born Ev’ry Minute, Thank God I’m Old.

8:00PM Show: September 17-20, 24-27

2:00PM Matinee: September 18, 19, 21, 24, 25, 28

A Few Good Men

Sponsored in part by Ron Jon Surf Shop

                       and The Sandpaper

                       and State Farm Insurance -- Lisa Patchell

A U.S. soldier is dead. Accused are two Marines stationed at Guantanamo Bay. The young naval lawyer assigned to the case expects a quick plea bargain but in his eventual efforts to defend his clients the Marine code of honor itself end up on trial. Packed with engaging characters, biting humor and gripping suspense, this searing courtroom drama is a provocative and engaging meditation on the inevitable corruption of power, and the responsibilities of those who are just following orders.  Where do you draw the line between guilt and innocence?

8:00PM Show: October 1, 2, 3, 4

2:00PM Matinee: October 2, 5

 

 

Leading Ladies

Sponsored in part by Lackland Self Storage

                       and Atlantic City Electric

 

This madcap farcical romp written by the author of Lend Me a Tenor takes place one month in the Spring of 1952 in York, Pennsylvania. Two down-ontheir-luck thespians think they have hitched their train to Easy Street when they scheme to secure a fortune from a dying philanthropist by posing as her nephews. All is going well until they discover the woman has nieces, not nephews!  Can they pull off the acting job of their lives?  With a little bit of everything: screwball comedy, vaudeville and a big dance number, in the end it’s a love story.

 

8:00PM Show: October 8., 9, 10, 11

2:00PM Matinee: October 9, 12

Harvey

Sponsored in part by Holiday Inn, Manahawkin

                              and State Farm Insurance -- Kristen Tomey,

                              and Summerville at Stafford

 

The story of Elwood P. Dowd, a middle-aged, amiable, somewhat eccentric man and his imaginary friend Harvey - a six foot three and a half inch rabbit. After his sister tries to commit him to a mental institution, a comedy of errors ensues.  Elwood and Harvey become the catalysts for a family mending its wounds and for romance blossoming in unexpected places.

 

8:00PM Show: October 15, 16, 17, 18

2:00PM Matinee: October 16, 19

Father/Son (& Holy Ghost)

In this world premier of John Davidson's autobiographical and provocative new play, we experience his unique quest for his Father's love.  Traveling back in time, father and son become the same age.  And, what seems to be a discussion of religion culminates in revelations that will forever bind and separate them.

 

8:00PM Show: October 22, 23, 24, 25

2:00PM Matinee: October 22, 23, 26

 

 

White Christmas

Sponsored in part by Commerce Bank N.A.

                       and East Bay PC

                       and Migration Station

A perennial holiday favorite, a pair of song-and-dance men hook up, romantically and professionally, with a "sister" act to put on a Big Show to benefit the struggling ski-resort lodge run by the beloved old retired general of their WWII Army outfit.  Songs include: Sisters, Snow, We'll Follow the Old Man, Mandy, Count Your Blessings, Instead of Sheep, and more.

 

7:30PM Show: December 5, 6. 12.13.19,20

2:00PM Matinee: December 6,7,10,11,13,14,17,18,20,21