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R-ACT Theatre Productions presents
Alice in Wonderland - a live radio show Written by Lewis Carroll | Directed by Tim Piper Segriff Stage 134 Brighton Ave, Rochester, PA 15074 Thursday, December 05, 2024 7:30PM Friday, December 06, 2024 7:30PM Saturday, December 07, 2024 7:30PM Sunday, December 08, 2024 2:00PM Tickets: $7 + fees on Showclix https://www.showclix.com/event/ract_aliceradio *All proceeds benefit the Beaver County Humane Society Learn more about R-ACT's Annual Live Holiday Charity Radio Shows HERE. CAST:
Abby Shaw as Alice Lisa Germ as Narrator, Dodo, and Queen of Hearts Joan Schwartz as Sister, Duchess, and Gryphon Amy Joseph as White Rabbit, Mouse, Cook, and Dormouse Eric McAnallen as Caterpillar and King of Hearts Tom Abbott as Frog, March Hare, and Mock Turtle Dave Joseph as Cheshire Cat and Mad Hatter FOLEY ARTISTS: Cyndi Butlerperry Tammy Van Evera Anna McAnallen PRODUCTION TEAM: Director - Tim Piper Asst. Director - Jenn Rian Head of Production - Conrad Bianco Lights - Ro Piper |
Embark on a magical holiday tradition with our annual radio theater presentation, this year featuring Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland, adapted for radio by William N. Robson for Columbia Workshop's 1937 production. Join Alice as she takes a whimsical journey through the fantastical realm of Wonderland where she encounters eccentric characters and discovers the ordinary rules of logic are delightfully overturned. In this radio play of Lewis Carroll's timeless tale, the magic of Wonderland and its playful characters unfolds through the artful use of practical Foley sound effects, voice, and narrative. All proceeds will be donated to the Beaver County Humane Society.
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ABOUT THE CHARITY
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The mission of the Beaver County Humane Society is to protect and enhance the lives of all domestic animals and to promote kindness and respect for all living creatures. Their vision is a community that supports a humane, sustainable, and compassionate environment for all animals.
3394 Brodhead Rd, Center Twp, PA 15001 https://beavercountyhumanesociety.org/ |
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All proceeds from this performance will go directly to the Beaver County Humane Society, continuing R-ACT’s tradition of supporting a local charity with every holiday radio show. Many cast and crew members have personal ties to the Humane Society, with several adopting pets from the organization in the past.
Since 1999, R-ACT’s annual holiday radio show has been a cherished tradition in the Beaver County arts community. This one-weekend-only event transports audiences back to the Golden Age of radio with live performances of classic scripts from the 1930s–1950s. “I love the annual R-ACT Holiday radio show; it’s a tradition in Beaver County! I’m thrilled to be able to participate this year—it’s such a fun experience!” said Amy Joseph, a longstanding R-ACT member.
Abby Shaw of Midway makes her R-ACT debut as Alice. She describes the title character as one who “speaks to the great adventurer in us all. She teaches us not to be afraid, to say yes, and to trust and cherish our inner child.” The cast of Alice in Wonderland features Abby alongside six versatile voice actors who portray multiple characters throughout the production. Lisa Germ (Swissvale), Joan Schwartz (Hopewell Twp), Amy Joseph (Monaca), Eric McAnallen (Ellwood City), Tom Abbott (Mars), and Dave Joseph (Monaca) all lend their voice talents to at least two different characters. Joan Schwartz, who voices the Duchess and Gryphon, said, “It is fun to see the different characters take shape with just the voices. The Foley crew adds dimension to the storytelling.”
The live Foley team, consisting of Cyndi Butlerperry, Tammy Van Evera, and Anna McAnallen, will create the practical sound effects that give the performance its distinctive radio theater quality. Director Tim Piper shared his enthusiasm for the hands-on approach: “I wanted Foley and practical effects to be a big part of this radio show. All of our effects are performed live on stage, which brings an authenticity to the production, like you’re in the live studio audience for Lux Radio Theatre or Mercury Theatre on the Air.” Piper especially enjoyed crafting creative sound effects from everyday items. A traditional Foley 'boing box' was created for this production. “The cartoonish hopping sound was perfect for our White Rabbit scenes.” Piper said.
R-ACT guarantees that Alice in Wonderland will deliver plenty of laughs. “This is an incredibly talented cast, and we make each other laugh while still working hard to bring this story to life,” said Schwartz. Piper agreed, “One of the most challenging parts of directing this show was stifling my laughter during rehearsal!”
Don’t miss this whimsical and hilarious production, perfect for audiences of all ages. Share the joy of Alice in Wonderland with your loved ones while supporting the Beaver County Humane Society.
Since 1999, R-ACT’s annual holiday radio show has been a cherished tradition in the Beaver County arts community. This one-weekend-only event transports audiences back to the Golden Age of radio with live performances of classic scripts from the 1930s–1950s. “I love the annual R-ACT Holiday radio show; it’s a tradition in Beaver County! I’m thrilled to be able to participate this year—it’s such a fun experience!” said Amy Joseph, a longstanding R-ACT member.
Abby Shaw of Midway makes her R-ACT debut as Alice. She describes the title character as one who “speaks to the great adventurer in us all. She teaches us not to be afraid, to say yes, and to trust and cherish our inner child.” The cast of Alice in Wonderland features Abby alongside six versatile voice actors who portray multiple characters throughout the production. Lisa Germ (Swissvale), Joan Schwartz (Hopewell Twp), Amy Joseph (Monaca), Eric McAnallen (Ellwood City), Tom Abbott (Mars), and Dave Joseph (Monaca) all lend their voice talents to at least two different characters. Joan Schwartz, who voices the Duchess and Gryphon, said, “It is fun to see the different characters take shape with just the voices. The Foley crew adds dimension to the storytelling.”
The live Foley team, consisting of Cyndi Butlerperry, Tammy Van Evera, and Anna McAnallen, will create the practical sound effects that give the performance its distinctive radio theater quality. Director Tim Piper shared his enthusiasm for the hands-on approach: “I wanted Foley and practical effects to be a big part of this radio show. All of our effects are performed live on stage, which brings an authenticity to the production, like you’re in the live studio audience for Lux Radio Theatre or Mercury Theatre on the Air.” Piper especially enjoyed crafting creative sound effects from everyday items. A traditional Foley 'boing box' was created for this production. “The cartoonish hopping sound was perfect for our White Rabbit scenes.” Piper said.
R-ACT guarantees that Alice in Wonderland will deliver plenty of laughs. “This is an incredibly talented cast, and we make each other laugh while still working hard to bring this story to life,” said Schwartz. Piper agreed, “One of the most challenging parts of directing this show was stifling my laughter during rehearsal!”
Don’t miss this whimsical and hilarious production, perfect for audiences of all ages. Share the joy of Alice in Wonderland with your loved ones while supporting the Beaver County Humane Society.
