by Des McAnuff and Pete Townshend
6/5/2009 - 6/28/2009
Directed by Lynne Kurdziel Formato
"THE MOST EXHILARATING ROCK MUSIC EVER MADE" - Los Angeles Times
Originally a 1969 double-LP by the band The Who, Tommy weaves the tale of a psychosomatically deaf, mute, and blind boy who becomes an international pinball superstar. Songs like "Sensation," "See Me, Feel Me" and "Pinball Wizard" helped define "rock opera" for a generation.Karen Martin of the Arkansas Democrat Gazette says: "The work of Brian Hissong as adult Tommy along with being the show's narrator (additional background information is provided by an inspired video display at the rear of Mike Nichols' versatile set), is remarkable for its muscularity, sensitivity and charisma. Hissong is a wonderful singer, capable of winding his voice around the zigzagging vocal ranges of Townshend's songs." Unlike Ken Russell's dark movie, the stage version of The Who's Tommy takes an inspirational journey through young Tommy's life as he reaches adulthood and finds his true calling. This "Amazing Journey" is set against The Who's crashing guitar riffs, performed by a live band and surrounding the theatre in true rock concert fashion. For Mature Audiences
THIS SHOW WILL BE PERFORMED ON THE REP'S MAINSTAGE AT 601 MAIN STREET PERFORMANCES, SPECIAL EVENTS & TICKETS JUNE 3 “Pay What You Can” Night
The Arkansas Repertory Theatre is offering a “Pay What You Can” preview performance of The Who’s Tommy on Wednesday, June 3rd. Patrons may pay any amount they wish for their tickets to the preview performance. Tickets must be purchased in person at the Box Office at 601 Main Street the day of the production. Tickets are limited to two per person and are based on availability. JUNE 3 & 4 Public Previews
Public preview performances are Wednesday and Thursday nights and include a pre-show discussion at 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday and 7:15 on Thursday, 45 minutes prior to curtain. JUNE 5 Opening Night
Opening night includes a post-show champagne toast and reception with the cast. JUNE 4, 5 & 6 Opening Weekend at the Capital
In partnership with the Capital Hotel, The Rep is offering Opening Weekend at the Capital, where patrons of The Who’s Tommy on opening weekend can also enjoy a special prix fixe dinner package at Ashley’s at the Capital for only $40 per person. Or patrons can enjoy a special weekend package at the Capital Hotel. The package includes a room and a prix fixe dinner for two at Ashley’s at the Capital for only $199. (Thursday, June 4 – Saturday, June 6. Tax, alcohol and gratuities not included.) For more information about Opening Weekend at the Capital or to make reservations, call the Capital Hotel (501) 374-7474 or visit www.capitalhotel.com. JUNE 5 – June 28 Wednesday curtain 7 p.m; Thursday, Friday, Saturday curtain 8 p.m.; Sunday curtain 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Ethan Paulini .... Cousin Kevin
Joi Chen .... Ensemble
Stephanie Nicole Carter .... Ensemble
Eric Mann .... Ensemble
Clarissa Grace .... Ensemble
Julianne Katz .... Ensemble
Adam Lendermon .... Ensemble
Ashlea Potts .... Ensemble
Scoop Slone .... Ensemble
Matthew Tatuś .... Ensemble
Steven Baker .... Ensemble
Case Dillard .... Ensemble/Fight Captain
Julia Nightingale Landfair .... Four-Year-Old Tommy
Matthew D. Brooks .... Hawker
Brad Little .... Mr. Walker
Amy Halldin .... Mrs. Walker
Brian Hissong .... Narrator/Tommy
Katie Emerson .... Sally Simpson
Henry Melhorn .... Ten-Year-Old Tommy
Christina Sajous .... The Gypsy
Vincent D’Elia .... Uncle Ernie
Director: Lynne Kurdziel Formato
Playwright: Des McAnuff and Pete Townshend
Book: Des McAnuff and Pete Townshend
Music: Pete Townshend
Lyrics: Pete Townshend
Music Director: Eric Alsford
Choreographer: Lynne Kurdziel Formato
Set Designer: Mike Nichols
Costume Designer: Emily Strickland
Lighting Designer: Michael Eddy
Sound Designer: M. Jason Pruzin
Production Manager: Rafael Colon Castanera
Stage Manager: Christine Lomaka
Assistant Stage Manager: Laura Claus
Properties Designer: Lynda J. Kwallek
Additional Music and Lyrics by John Entwistle and Keith Moon Orchestra Members Eric Alsford...Musical /Director/Keyboard One
Paul Brock...Guitar Two
Steve Huddleson...Guitar One
Patrick Lindsey...Drums/Percussion
James Olmstead...Keyboard Two
Brent Shires...French Horn
Terrie Shires...Keyboard Three
Brian Wolverton...Bass
Single ticket prices range from $20 -$50 per seat depending on date, time and seat selection for the performance. Discount rates are available for groups of 10 or more. To purchase tickets call The Rep box office at (501)378-0405 or 1-866-6THEREP or buy online. SPONSORS
The Rep gratefully acknowledges the sponsors for this show: The Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau, Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard, American Airlines and KATV.
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