Don't Dress for Dinner: This witty comedy by Marc Camoletti, directed by Kathleen Chapin and produced by De Cotter opened May 9 and plays through June 14, 2003. The cast and crew wish to thank the following people who helped on Work Sunday:
Dave & Estelle Abrams, Calia Mintzer, Jim Crawford, Ed Cotter, Adina Silo, Max Stormes, Lori & Tony Pereslete, Frank Olivadoti, Tom Hickman, Jeanne Spain, William Goldyn, Shellee James, Michael & Maria Cohen, Eric Satterlerg, Julia Maggs, Bob Sherman, Kirk Larsen, Tom & Barbara Brophey, Sheridan Cole, James Manley Green, Paul Mazerov, Charlotte Lee Schildkret

Kiss Me Kate: This delightful musical being directed by Max Heldring Stormes and produced by Calia Mintzer and Charlotte Lee Schildkret opens July 11. Auditions were held last weekend. Come to the general meeting to hear who has been cast! Mark your calendars now for Work Sunday which will be June 15. This will be a fun-filled production...don't miss out...get the best seat in the house...volunteer to work the booth!

Dial "M" for Murder: Director Phil Brickey will be holding auditions for this suspenseful play (opening September 12 and playing through October 18) on Saturday, July 12 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM and Sunday, July 13 from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM. If needed, callbacks will be held Monday, July 14 from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM. The following is the cast breakdown:

The Supporting Cast: This comedy by George Furth will be directed by Gail Bernardi for November/December 2003. We have received the rights and work on the production can now begin!

2003 Dinner Dance: Once again you can dance the night away at the Proud Bird dining on fine cuisine and cheering for this year's nominees. The 45th annual Dinner Dance and Marcom Masque Awards will be held on Saturday, June 21. You should have already received your invitation and are no doubt contemplating which dinner you'd like to enjoy. The Marcom Masque Award ballots have also been mailed, and if you are eligible to vote, you should have received your ballot. Remember to return your ballot by May 31. If you think you are eligible but did not receive a ballot, contact Barbara Brophey right away. In order to be eligible you must have been a member during at least one performance of all plays in the season, and must have seen all eligible plays. The award season is from The Boys Next Door to The Matchmaker, inclusive.

This and that (that shouldn't go unread): House Manager Shellee James will have the leak in the ladies' room faucet fixed. Scot Renfro repaired a hole in the exterior wall of the theatre. The paving is almost finished! It still needs to be sealed and striped, which is scheduled for Saturday, May 17. Remember, you must have your membership ticket with you the first time you are seeing a production. Without it you will be charged admission (which will be refunded upon receipt of your ticket).

Parade News: Planning is underway for the annual Westchester Fourth of July Parade. Stay tuned for information about our participation in this exciting (excellent publicity) event.

2003-2004 Board of Directors: The nominating committee's slate will be elected by acclamation since no nominations were made from the floor. Therefore, next year's Board of Directors will be:

Here, There, and Everywhere: Mary Steelsmith is playing the role of Elizabeth in Angel Street at the Palos Verdes Players until May 31. Also in the cast is Stephen Alan Carver as Rough. Jaz Davison is appearing in The Diary of Anne Frank as Mrs. Van Daan at the Knightsbridge Pasadena, 35 S. Raymond in old town Pasadena, Fridays at 8 and Sundays at noon through June 15th. If you want to make a day of theatre you could always see Anne on a Sunday, have a bite of lunch then stick around for Edward III at 6:00. Double feature! Reservations can be made at (626)440-0821. Sheridan Cole saw several shows while in England recently, including a splendid production of Taming of the Shrew at Stratford. She also went on a delightful walking tour in the west Midlands area, visiting many quaint and historic villages. Valerie Sullivan will be reviving her role as the Mother Superior in the musical Nunsense at the Redondo Beach Playhouse. The show runs May 23rd through June 8th, with Friday and Saturday performances at 8:00 PM and Sunday matinees at 2:00 PM. The theatre is located at 750 Inglewood Ave. in Redondo Beach. For reservations and information, call (310) 937-6606. James Manley Green portrays Tom in John Patrick's A Bad Year for Tomatoes at Cyprus Civic Theatre in Orange County through May 25. Alice Lunsford was featured as Charlotte, a Scottish country woman in Henry X (a Python-esque comedy seen at a well attended film festival in Burbank). Alice also had three of her watercolors displayed at the Pacific Art Guild Art Show. Congratulations to Margie Bates! Sources tell me that among all the teachers at UCLA, Margie was just given the Distinguished Teaching Award. What an accomplishment!

A Warm Hello and a Fond Farewell: Jonas Rimson will be in town this month and will be at the general meeting! Please come and say hello to an old friend. And while you're there, bid a fond farewell to Harvey Rosenberg who will very soon be moving to Detroit! Detroit is gaining a talented, artistic, wonderful man.

On a Sad Note: Gloria Rosen called to say that long-time member Lou Rosen passed away Thursday May 8. Certainly many of our members will fondly remember him.

Celebrations: Happy May Birthday wishes to Phil Massi (5/3), Dagmar Schnauss (5/6), Toni DiModica (5/7), Toni Gonzalez (5/12), Pauline Harred (5/14), Elisabeth Minihan (5/15), Judy Polak (5/16), Treva Merritt (5/18), Mel Oshins (5/22), Hetty Sless (5/26), Tom Breedlove (5/26), Pamla Abramson (5/28), Gloria Rosen (5/30), Dorothea Kavanaugh (5/31), and Rocky Miller (5/31). Happy Anniversary to Charlotte and Arnold Schildkret (5/2), Arlene and Sheldon Cohen (5/14), and Rudi and Dorothea Toepfer (5/24).

Just for the record: If you have any information to go in next month's bulletin please get it to me as early as possible, preferably by e-mail N6KOA_J@JUNO.COM., but as always you can leave a phone message, (310)204-1838. Until next month,