Fall 2009 Newsletter
An Artful Thriller for Fall
Our 2009 Season closes with Art of Murder, a witty mystery by playwright Joe DiPietro whose Over the River and Through the Woods delighted Westside patrons a few seasons ago. This time, DiPietro gives us Jack, portrayed by Glen Buck, a charismatic painter whose ego is every bit as big as his reputation. His wife Annie, played by Lisa Hammond, is also a painter—younger and less famous than her controlling spouse but perhaps every bit as talented. Kate, played by Tara Norman, is an attractive Irish immigrant who’s employed as the couple‘s maid but spends much of her time fielding Jack’s passes. Vincent, played by Daniel Varas, is Jack’s agent. He’s made a lot of money representing Jack but it may not be enough to offset his dislike of his famous client. Everyone, including Jack, knows that a painter’s work is worth more if he’s dead. Would killing Jack be worth the risk? Would faking his death be even better? Co-directors Diana Potter and Philip Shepherd keep the suspense taut; it’s impossible to know what will happen next or guess who’s fooling whom in this intriguing show.
Dinner & Show $28.00
Show Only $15.00 (tax included)
ISU Students $5.00 Show Only
October 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31, 2009
Cocktails 6:00 p.m. Dinner Served 7-7:30 p.m. Curtain 8:00 p.m.
The Warehouse 1009 S. 2nd Pocatello, ID
FOR RESERVATIONS CALL The Raven’s Nest at 232-2232
A Delicious Meal
For the October show, P. V.’s Pasta and Vino will be serving: Roast Baron of Beef with Au jus; Roast Pork Loin with Honey Dijon Cream; Creamed Peas and Potatoes; Tossed Green Salad; Waldorf Salad; Dinner Rolls; and the perfect fall dessert, Pumpkin Pie with Whipped Cream.
Thrilling Art for the Lobby
Patrons will be treated to the work of Helen Livingston during the run of Art of Murder. A graduate of SMU, Livingston came to Pocatello after she retired and then went right to work on a Master’s degree in Fine Arts at ISU, graduating in 2007. Although she began doing representational work, she now uses nature as the inspiration for abstraction. Livingston says of her paintings: “Abstraction means reduction and simplification. I reduce nature’s shapes to please my own, personal fantasies.” Come and meet the artist at the champagne reception on opening night at 6:00 p.m. Our reception hostess Susan Lorenz is sure to have something delicious to welcome you and honor the artist.
Creative Costume Contest
You may have noticed that our closing night is Halloween. In the spirit of the holiday, we’re inviting you to come to the theatre in costume on October 31. The house staff will act as judges and we’ll award prizes for the best costumes we see. Join in the fun whether you choose to dress up or not.
A Promising Season for 2010
Our 2010 Season opens January 29 – February 20 with Gaslight, Patrick Hamilton’s classic, creepy mystery set in 1880’s London. From April 2 – 24 we’re brightening the theatre with Marc Camoletti’s Boeing, Boeing a light-hearted, romantic farce. July 9 – 31 you can see Sam Shepard’s gritty True West. Our season closes with Ernest Thompson’s sentimental favorite, On Golden Pond, October 8 – 30. A Season Ticket for all four shows with dinner is $95.00—a savings of $17.00 over individual admissions. Season Tickets are now on sale at the theatre on show nights or at The Raven’s Nest. Pick up a 2010 brochure or bookmark and a business card when you attend Art of Murder.
