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OKLAHOMA!

Edited By Madelyn Miller

When I was a teenager, I went to a summer music camp and was cast in the musical Oklahoma! I loved it and it was the foundation of my love of musicals.

Rodgers & Hammerstein’s landmark musical is, quite simply, the show that changed the American musical forever.  On the heels of the wildly acclaimed London and Broadway revivals, this sparkling new touring production of OKLAHOMA! is adapted from the Cameron Mackintosh presentation of the Royal National Theatre production that won the hearts of a new generation of theatergoers.   “Oh What a Beautiful Musical” - NY Post. 

OKLAHOMA! is presented by Dallas Summer Musicals Broadway Contemporary Series at The Majestic Theatre, 1925 Elm Street in downtown Dallas, from Jan. 4-9, 2005 for eight performances only.  The performance schedule follows: 

Tues. Jan. 4 at 8 p.m.
Wed. Jan. 5 at 8 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 6 at 8 p.m.
Friday, Jan. 7 at 8 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 8 at 2 and 8 p.m.
Sunday, Jan. 9 at 2 p.m.

Principal cast members of OKLAHOMA!
Julie Burdick (Laurey) holds a B.F.A. in Theatre Studies/Performance from Niagara University. Favorite credits: North American Tour of Fame, the Musical (Iris Kelly). Regional: West Side Story (Maria), Copacabana (Lola), ...Forum (Philia), Steel Pier (Precious), A Chorus Line (Cassie), Edwin Drood (Rosabud), The Laramie Project (Amanda Gronich), Twelfth Night (Viola), Footfalls (May) and Great Expectations (Estella: Irene Ryan Best Actress Nom.). 

Jeremiah James (Curly) was the youngest performer to have received an LA ovation nomination (Best Lead Actor in a Musical) for his role as Bobby Child in Crazy For You in 2000. Mr. James is a graduate of Hamilton Academy of Music in Los Angeles. Other shows include the L.A. premieres of Side Show, and U.S. premiere of Rockne, the Musical; No, No, Nanette; State Fair; Honk!; Singin’ in the Rain as well as many others. You might recognize Jeremiah from commercials such as Visa, KIA, McDonalds, and Barqs Root Beer. You will soon be able to hear his voice on the upcoming children’s album, “Move Your Body” with music and lyrics by Robert Read. www.2stepforward.com

Andrew Lebon (Jud Fry) from St. Louis, MO, where he is a proud graduate of Indiana University. Most recently, Andrew appeared as Neville Craven in The Secret Garden.

Carrie Love (Ado Annie Carnes) comes to this tour from New York City, where she has been adventuring since graduating from Vanderbilt University in 2002.

Daniel Robinson (Will Parker) Credits: Rocky Horror Show (Brad Majors), European Tour of Grease (Ensemble), Gypsy (Tulsa) and many more. From Portland, OR, Daniel studied Musical Theatre at AMDA in NYC, as well as Dance at the University of AZ.

Pat Sibley (Aunt Eller) is happy to be resurrecting the part of Aunt Eller for this National Tour after having played her at Village Theatre in Issaquah, WA. A native of Los Angeles, Pat now makes Seattle her home. Professional training: the Pacific Conservatory of the Performing Arts and the American Conservatory Theatre.

Sorab Wadia (Ali Hakim) is happy to be on his first national tour. NY credits: Big Shoot (Lark Theatre); Night Out (Producer’s Club). Regional: Edwin Drood, Candide, Madame Butterfly, Magic Flute, Falstaff. International: Ligeia (world premier, France); Marriage of Figaro (Italy); Ariadne and Naxos (Israel); P-3 (Japan); Merchant of Venice, Doongaji House, Plaza Suite, and Antigone all performed in his hometown (Bombay, India).

A few quotes from the national touring production follow:
“Four Stars!  Oh what a beautiful musical!  Spanking-new and gleaming, this OKLAHOMA! is both a reinvention and a discovery!" -Clive Barnes, NY Post;
"The stage throbs with electricity!  Fresh, vital and stunning!" -Howard Kissel, NY Daily News;  "Stupendous pleasures!  A beautiful piece of craftsmanship, ravishing in its music and lyrics, stunning in its design!" -John Lahr, The New Yorker; "If this doesn't make your pulse race, you have no pulse…we the living are delighted that the musical OKLAHOMA! has been revived."-George Will, ABC-TV.

Single tickets for OKLAHOMA! are on sale now for the Dallas performances at The Box Office, 542 Preston Royal Shopping Center, ranging in price from $17-$70.  Tickets are also available at all Ticketmaster locations, including The Majestic Theatre Box Office, Fiesta and Foley’s Stores, Sound Wherehouse and Tower Record Stores; online at www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling 214-631-ARTS (2787).  A service charge will be added for all Ticketmaster purchases.  For groups of 20 or more, call 214-426-GROUP.

The Broadway Contemporary Series shows continue in 2005:
THE TEN TENORS--- January 25-30, 2005.  From the moment THE TEN TENORS burst upon the concert scene in Germany in 2001, their international career was launched.  Since then, THE TEN TENORS have enjoyed a relentless touring schedule with sold-out performances in Europe, Asia and their native Australia, appearing alongside such artists as Rod Stewart, Andrea Boccelli, Alanis Morissette, Willie Nelson and many others.  They have been seen by over 77 million people, on three continents, selling out shows and winning hearts with their unmistakable charm, camaraderie, and vocal prowess in opera, pop, rock, and more. From arias to ABBA, their unique style is an unparalleled fusion of artistry, musicianship and comedy.

COOKIN'--- March 1-6, 2005. What do you get when you cross Jackie Chan with Benihana?  Four crazy chefs in a high-energy percussion show, drumming, fighting and juggling their way to a glorious wedding banquet.  It’s more fun than should legally be allowed!  This international stage sensation is hailed by The New York Times as, “a savory stew of skillful, high-energy, good fun.”   Delightfully irreverent and undeniably spellbinding, COOKIN’ slices, dices, chops and beats a zesty blend of martial arts, drumming and dance with the tangy zip of your favorite B-movies.  COOKIN’ will whet your appetite, tantalize your taste buds and leave you hungry for more.
Single tickets for all Broadway Contemporary Series shows are on sale now at The Box Office or any Ticketmaster outlet, ranging in price from $13-$70.  Tickets may be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling 214-631-ARTS. For groups of 20 or more, call 214-426-GROUP.

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