SUMMER CAMPS AND MORE
AT THE MALTZ JUPITER THEATRE
PAUL AND SANDRA GOLDNER
CONSERVATORY OF PERFORMING ARTS

Junior and Senior Conservatory campers will present the full musicals
Aladdin, Jr. and Little Shop of Horrors onstage

January 28, 2013 (Jupiter) – Children in Pre-K through 12^th grade have a reason to celebrate this spring and summer break: the return of the Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s popular Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts camp programs!

With a flexible schedule that includes optional pre-care and after-care, budding young performers will participate in a broad range of theatre-related activities, including acting, dancing, singing, prop-making, improvisation, storytelling and more. Each summer camp concludes with a themed showcase performance, with the summer’s two largest shows – the Senior Conservatory’s Little Shop of Horrors and the Junior Conservatory’s Aladdin, Jr. – taking place this summer only in Jupiter Community High School’s 800-seat auditorium.

“Our vacation camps have something for everyone, from dance, magic and musical theatre to comedy,” said Julie Rowe, director of education for the Conservatory. “Our goal is to make sure that all of our students have fun, build confidence, express their creativity and have the opportunity to experience being part of a performance.”

A great way to introduce young children to theatre, the Conservatory’s vacation camp offerings include a secret agent-themed spring break camp (March 25 – 29) and the beloved Junior and Senior Conservatory summer camps (grades 3-5 and 6-12). The Senior Conservatory will take place June 10 – 28 (with full performances of Little Shop of Horrors on June 28 and 29), while the Junior Conservatory will take place July 8 – 26 (with a full performance of Aladdin, Jr. on July 26).

“We are so thrilled that our Junior and Senior Conservatory campers will have the opportunity to perform onstage this year in the large, beautiful auditorium at Jupiter Community High School, while some exciting renovations occur at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre,” Rowe said. “Our Conservatory students will also be presenting the musical Oklahoma! there this May, with performances scheduled for May 18 and 19.”

Other camp options include a four-day Monster Mash Camp for grades K-5 and a four-day Discover Disney Camp for Pre-K students age 4 and 5 (both July 1 – 5); a one-week Dr. Seuss Camp for grades K-5 (July 29 – Aug. 6); a one-week Super Sea Creatures Camp for grades K-5 (August 5-9); and a two-week Dance Intensive Camp for grades 6-12 (July 29 – Aug. 9). All registrations will be handled through the Conservatory, not the high school.

Here’s a look at upcoming vacation camp offerings at the Conservatory:

March 25 – 29 – Super Secret Agent Spring Break Spy Camp, grades K-5
This spring break, enter the super secret world of secret agent spies at the Conservatory! Students will explore acting, voice and movement with a “secret agent” theme, culminating in a showcase for family and friends. $200; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; pre-care and after-care are also available.

June 10 – 28  – Senior Conservatory, grades 6-12
Students in grades 6 – 12 will rehearse and perform Little Shop of Horrors on June 28 and 29. Camp includes three full weeks of instruction, rehearsals and costumes for both performances; all students will be a part of the production, with auditions held for placement only. $750; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; pre-care and after-care are also available.

July 1 – 5 – Four Day Monster Mash Camp, grades K-5
Students in grades K – 5 will experience a theatre overview camp with a “Monster Mash” theme, culminating in a showcase on July 5. Classrooms will be broken into groups of grades K – 2 and 3 – 5. $160; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; pre-care and after-care are also available.  Camp will not be in session on July 4.

July 1 – 5 – Four Day Discover Disney Camp, Pre-K students ages 4 and 5
Pre-K students age 4 and 5 will experience a theatre overview camp with a “Discover Disney” theme, culminating in a showcase on July 5. $120; 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Camp will not be in session on July 4.

July 8 - 26 – Junior Conservatory, grades 3-5
Students in grades 3 – 5 will rehearse and perform Aladdin, Jr. on July 26. Camp includes three full weeks of instruction, rehearsals and costumes for performance; all students will be a part of the production, with auditions held for placement only. $750; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; pre-care and after-care are also available.

July 29 – August 2 – One Week Dr. Seuss Camp, grades K-5
Students in grades K – 5 will experience a theatre overview camp with a “Dr. Seuss” theme, culminating with a showcase on August 2. Classrooms will be broken into groups of K – 2 and 3 – 5. $200; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; pre-care and after-care are also available.

August 5 – 9 – One Week Super Sea Creatures Camp, grades K-5
Students in grades K – 5 will experience a theatre overview camp with a “super sea creatures” theme, culminating in a showcase on August 9. Classrooms will be broken into groups of grades K – 2 and 3 – 5. $200; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; pre-care and after-care are also available.

July 29 – August 9 – Two Week Dance Intensive Camp, grades 6-12
Students in grades 6 – 12 will spend two weeks in a “dance intensive” camp, focusing on ballet, jazz, and tap and culminating in a showcase on August 9. Class will be under the guidance of Broadway veteran dancer Brian Andrews. $400; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; pre-care and after-care are also available.

Registration is now open for the Conservatory’s vacation camp programs. Call 561-575-2672 for more information or visit www.jupitertheatre.org.

You also won’t want to miss the classic musical Oklahoma! in May, featuring the Theatre’s Conservatory students. Here’s more about the show:

Saturday, May 18, 2013, and Sunday, May 19, 2013 – Oklahoma!
Set at the turn of the century, this classic American musical follows a high-spirited rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys of the new state of Oklahoma. This show-stopping, toe-tapping beloved musical celebrates the adventure of the American dream through song and dance. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. on May 18; 2 p.m. on May 19. Tickets are $20 for adults; $15 for children. Performances will take place at the Jupiter Community High School Auditorium, 500 Military Trail, Jupiter. Call the Theatre’s box office for tickets: (561) 575-2223, or visit www.jupitertheatre.org.

About the Maltz Jupiter Theatre
Now celebrating its 10th season, the not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre has become one of Florida’s preeminent professional theatres, committed to production and education through its collaborations with local and national artists. Currently the state’s largest award-winning regional theatre, the Theatre draws over 70,000 people annually, serves a subscription base of more than 7,530 and has world-class classroom facilities in support of its Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts, which serves hundreds of youth and adults. The Theatre is a member of the prestigious League of Resident Theatres and has earned numerous Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s highest honor for artistic excellence, including the prestigious Bill Von Maurer Award for Theatrical Excellence in 2012. For more information about the Theatre’s upcoming shows and Conservatory, visit www.jupitertheatre.org or call the box office at (561) 575-2223.

MARCH BRINGS
A MONTH OF EXCITEMENT
TO THE MALTZ JUPITER THEATRE

January 28, 2013 (Jupiter) – Spring is in the air at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre!

March brings an exciting array of options for theatergoers old and new, including the hilarious sketch comedy troupe The Second City and the popular folk music of The Byrds’ former frontman and solo artist Roger McGuinn.

The month also brings the high-spirited, Tony Award®-winning musical Thoroughly Modern Millie, the emotive Irish crossover trio The Celtic Tenors and the cool jazz flavor of the John Pizzarelli Quartet.

“As part of our 10^th Anniversary season celebration, we have brought back our 10 most popular sell-out limited engagements of past seasons, and our March shows are truly some of our audience favorites,” said Andrew Kato, producing artistic director of the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. “Everyone loves the trademark improv style of The Second City – and with well-known songs such as ‘Turn, Turn, Turn’ and ‘Mr. Tambourine Man,’ Roger McGuinn has a wonderful following among fans of both folk and classic rock music.”

Here’s a look at the Theatre’s upcoming March shows:

March 5 – 24 – Thoroughly Modern Millie
A high-spirited musical romp that has all of New York dancing the Charleston, Thoroughly Modern Millie tells the story of a small-town girl who travels to New York City to marry for money instead of love. Come relive the roaring 1920s in this Tony Award®-winning musical featuring jazz, thunderous tap dancing, frisky flappers and dashing leading men! Sponsored by Kathy and Joe Savarese and Homecare America and Joan and Allen Bildner.

Sunday, March 10 – The Second City: Laughing Matters
From the company that launched the careers of Tina Fey, Steve Carell, and more, comes the next generation of the comedy world’s best and brightest in an evening of hilarious sketch comedy and Second City’s trademark improve style. It has been the training ground for a host of famous alumni, including John Belushi, Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, Stephen Colbert and more than 500 others. Showtime is 8 p.m. All tickets are $40. Sponsored by Kretzer Piano.

Monday, March 11 – Roger McGuinn
The front man and founder of The Byrds is famous for such hits as “Turn, Turn, Turn,” “Eight Miles High” and “ Mr. Tambourine Man.” As a successful solo artist, he has opened for Bob Dylan, Tom Petty and others, to critical acclaim. He continues to have a huge following among folk music fans. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. All tickets are $35.

Monday, March18 – The Celtic Tenors
Celebrate your roots as the classical crossover group performs a mix of Irish, folk and pop just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. The Celtic Tenors continue to pioneer a new style of ‘cool’ never before seen on the classical stage. Their live show is an experience overflowing with vitality and variety, from start to finish. Their unique voices, charm and wit combine an emotive journey with a thoroughly uplifting experience! Showtimes are 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. All tickets are $40. Sponsored by Kretzer Piano.

Wednesday, March 27 – John Pizzarelli Quartet
A world-renowned jazz guitarist and singer, John Pizzarelli has been called “Hip with a wink” by Town & Country, “madly creative” by the Los Angeles Times and “the genial genius of the guitar” by The Toronto Star. John Pizzarelli has established himself as one of the prime interpreters of the great American songbook and beyond, bringing to his work the cool jazz flavor of his brilliant guitar playing and singing. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. All tickets are $50. Sponsored by Kretzer Piano.

Tickets to all shows may be purchased by calling (561) 575-2223 or logging on to www.jupitertheatre.org.

For the little ones, the Maltz Jupiter Theatre Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts is offering its annual popular Spring Break vacation camp! Here’s a look at the upcoming week-long program for grades K-5:

March 25 – 29 – Super Secret Agent Spring Break Spy Camp, grades K-5
This spring break, enter the super secret world of secret agent spies at the Conservatory! Students will explore acting, voice and movement with a “secret agent” theme, culminating in a showcase for family and friends. $200; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.; pre-care and after-care are also available. Registration is now open; call 561-575-2672 for more information or visit www.jupitertheatre.org.

About the Maltz Jupiter Theatre
Now celebrating its 10th season, the not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre has become one of Florida’s preeminent professional theatres, committed to production and education through its collaborations with local and national artists. Currently the state’s largest award-winning regional theatre, the Theatre draws over 70,000 people annually, serves a subscription base of more than 7,530 and has world-class classroom facilities in support of its Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts, which serves hundreds of youth and adults. The Theatre is a member of the prestigious League of Resident Theatres and has earned numerous Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s highest honor for artistic excellence, including the prestigious Bill Von Maurer Award for Theatrical Excellence in 2012. For more information about the Theatre’s upcoming shows and Conservatory, visit www.jupitertheatre.org or call the box office at (561) 575-2223.

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MALTZ JUPITER THEATRE
GARNERS TWENTY-THREE CARBONELL NOMINATIONS,
THE MOST IN SOUTH FLORIDA

Theatre shines with South Florida’s annual equivalent of the Tony Awards®

January 25, 2013 – The Maltz Jupiter Theatre has earned 23 nominations for the 37th annual Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s equivalent of the Tony Awards®.

The Theatre garnered the most nominations of any of the nominated organizations, surpassing nominated theaters in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach Counties. By show, the Theatre earned nine nominations for The Music Man, eight for Hello, Dolly!, four for Cabaret and two for Amadeus.

“We are honored that we are being recognized for our eclectic spectrum of work – including a drama (Amadeus), a darker-themed and important musical about our history (Cabaret) and two classic musicals that we re-envisioned (Hello, Dolly! and The Music Man),” said Andrew Kato, the Theatre’s producing artistic director.

As in years past, the Theatre finds itself with multiple Carbonell nominations in 10 categories, meaning that some of its shows are competing against one another. This leaves the theatre with double the chance of winning in different categories, with four of its five 2012 shows receiving nominations.

Director Marcia Milgrom Dodge was one of two artists to earn more than one Carbonell nomination for the Theatre’s shows: Best Director of a Musical and Best Choreography, both for Hello, Dolly! Actor Matt Loehr earned a Best Actor (Musical) nomination for his leading role as Professor Harold Hill in The Music Man, as well as a Best Supporting Actor (Musical) nomination for his role as Cornelius Hackl in Hello, Dolly!

“I credit much of our success to the local and national artists – including actors, directors, musical directors and designers – who contribute their creative talent to our productions,” Kato said. “There is remarkable work being produced here in South Florida, and we’d like to congratulate all of the artists and designers who have been nominated.”

The news follows the successful early sell-out of the Theatre’s spectacular 10^th anniversary gala, The 10 Event, set to take place Feb. 23 and feature surprise performances by more than 20 of the Theatre’s past stars.

It also comes just before the Theatre’s much-anticipated unveiling of shows for its 2013/14 season, to be announced Feb. 4.

“We promise that our next season of shows will continue to bring our audiences a wide array of programming,” Kato said. “These 23 nominations reaffirm that our peers appreciate the quality of work that we’re doing.”

And the Theatre’s current season is far from over. Playing through Jan. 27 is the classic musical Singin’ in the Rain, while the award-winning drama Doubt: A Parable (Feb. 3 – 17) will provide an eloquent and provocative investigation of truth and consequences. The smash season ends with the dazzling, high-energy musical Thoroughly Modern Millie (March 5 – 24).

Palm Beach County led with 45 nominations for its organizations. Two of the artists in the Theatre’s upcoming production of Doubt: A Parable – actor Jim Ballard and director J. Barry Lewis – earned Best Actor (Musical) and Best Director nominations for their roles in The Fantasticks at Palm Beach Dramaworks in West Palm Beach.

“We are so proud to share this region with the talented artists and incredible work produced by our friends at Palm Beach Dramaworks,” Kato said.

Celebrating the best shows and performances in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties, Carbonell nominations encompass the entire length of South Florida with 18 companies receiving nods and 35 of the eligible shows that opened in 2012 being recognized.

The winners will be announced at the 37th annual Carbonell Awards ceremony, to be held on April 1 at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale.

About the Maltz Jupiter Theatre
Now celebrating its 10th season, the not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre has become one of Florida’s preeminent professional theatres, committed to production and education through its collaborations with local and national artists. Currently the state’s largest award-winning regional theatre, the Theatre draws over 70,000 people annually, serves a subscription base of more than 7,530 and has world-class classroom facilities in support of its Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts, which serves hundreds of youth and adults. The Theatre is a member of the prestigious League of Resident Theatres and has earned numerous Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s highest honor for artistic excellence, including the prestigious Bill Von Maurer Award for Theatrical Excellence in 2012. For more information about the Theatre’s upcoming shows and Conservatory, visit www.jupitertheatre.org or call the box office at (561) 575-2223.

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 MALTZ JUPITER THEATRE
PRODUCES RIVETING DRAMA
‘DOUBT: A PARABLE’

Award-winning drama examines the blurry line between reality and gossip

January 16, 2013 (Jupiter) – It surrounds all of us every day: gossip, rumors, lies, assumptions, jealousy and power.

Yet doubt can be a bond as powerful and sustaining as certainty – as evidenced in the Maltz Jupiter Theatre’s ambitious new drama Doubt: A Parable, onstage February 3 – 17.

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award® for best play, John Patrick Shanley’s Doubt: A Parable examines the blurry line between reality and gossip, discipline and compassion, truth and doubt. This powerhouse drama is an eloquent and provocative investigation of truth and consequences; a gripping mystery that will leave audiences on the edge of their seats until the final curtain.

Set in a Catholic school in the Bronx in 1964, the story centers on the school’s strict principal, Sister Aloysius, and her growing concerns about the school’s popular priest, Father Flynn. But with no proof, can there be certainty? Will judgment triumph over ambiguity?

“This drama is brilliantly written, and our cast is the most talented and established in our region,” said Andrew Kato, the Theatre’s producing artistic director. “We are delighted to be presenting such a richly textured dramatic work for our audiences here at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre.”

Directed by multiple Carbonell Award-winning South Florida director J. Barry Lewis (resident director of Palm Beach Dramaworks), the play will feature a cast of acclaimed South Florida actors: Tony Award® nominee Maureen Anderman, Carbonell Award winners Jim Ballard and Julie Kleiner, and Silver Palm winner and three-time Carbonell nominee Karen Stephens.

“I am so pleased to be returning for the fifth time to the Maltz Jupiter Theatre, and to be working with such an extraordinary company on such a timely and gripping story of change,” Lewis said.

Anderman (Sister Aloysius) has appeared in eighteen Broadway shows over the last four decades, earning Drama Desk Award and Tony Award® nominations. She has been honored with the Theatre World Award, the Connecticut Critics Award and the Westport Arts Award for her lifetime work in the theatre, and recently starred in Edward Albee’s A Delicate Balance at Palm Beach Dramaworks.

Locally, Ballard (Father Flynn) won Carbonell Awards for his roles in The Adding Machine and Urinetown and has appeared in numerous South Florida productions, including the multiple Carbonell-winning All My Sons in 2011. Kleiner (Sister James) has also appeared in many productions locally and recently earned a Carbonell for her performance in Hairspray.

Stephens (Mrs. Muller) garnered the New Times Best Actress Award and a Carbonell Nomination for her role in the regional premiere of Sarah Jones' one-woman Broadway show, Bridge & Tunnel. She also received the Silver Palm Award for her roles in Bridge & Tunnel, Clybourne Park and Eclipsed.

The acclaimed 2005 Broadway production of Doubt: A Parable inspired a popular 2008 film adaptation, Doubt, starring Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams and Viola Davis. All four received Academy Award nominations for their roles at the 81st Academy Awards.

Doubt: A Parable is sponsored by Jodie and Dan Hunt and The Roy A. Hunt Foundation. Tickets are now on sale now for the rest of the theatre’s 10^th Anniversary season. For a complete schedule and tickets, call (561) 575-2223 or visit www.jupitertheatre.org.

About the Maltz Jupiter Theatre
Now celebrating its 10th season, the not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre has become one of Florida’s preeminent professional theatres, committed to production and education through its collaborations with local and national artists. Currently the state’s largest award-winning regional theatre, the Theatre draws over 70,000 people annually, serves a subscription base of more than 7,530 and has world-class classroom facilities in support of its Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts, which serves hundreds of youth and adults. The Theatre is a member of the prestigious League of Resident Theatres and has earned numerous Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s highest honor for artistic excellence, including the prestigious Bill Von Maurer Award for Theatrical Excellence in 2012. For more information about the Theatre’s upcoming shows and Conservatory, visit www.jupitertheatre.org or call the box office at (561) 575-2223.          

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Doubt: A Parable
Sunday, February 3 – Sunday, February 17
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award® for best play, Doubt: A Parable examines the blurry line between reality and gossip, discipline and compassion, truth and doubt. Filled with the intensity of a good mystery and unexpected twists and turns, this powerhouse drama will keep audiences guessing until the final curtain. Visit www.jupitertheatre.org for showtimes; tickets start at $46. Phone: (561) 575-2223.