Stomp edited by Madelyn Miller, the TravelLady MUSIC HALL AT FAIR PARK THEATRE FROM JUNE 17 - JUNE 22, 2008 in Dallas  I will never forget the first time I saw stomp. A young man with a broom came on to the stage and as he swept, it seemed like a whole percussion section was falling into place.
The cast went on to clamor garbage lids, wastebaskets and more. I wonder how the first director felt when he read the "action". Who would have thought that banging some cleaning tools together would become a top musical. APPLAUSE AND RAVE REVIEWS STOMP is returning to the Music Hall at Fair Park in Dallas, TX as part of the 2008 Dallas Summer Musicals season presented by Comerica Bank. From its beginnings as a street performance in the UK, STOMP has grown into an international sensation over the past fourteen years, having performed in over 350 cities in 36 countries worldwide. STOMP continues its phenomenal run with the ongoing sell-out Off-Broadway production at New York's Orpheum Theatre, a North American tour, and two productions overseas - a permanent London company and a European tour. A brand-new production in Las Vegas from STOMP's creators, STOMP OUT LOUD, features a cast double the size of the original production and is now playing at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino inside a new $28 million theater specifically created for the production. STOMP, an overwhelming success marked by rave reviews, numerous awards, and sell-out engagements, is the winner of an Olivier Award for Best Choreography (London's Tony Award), a New York Obie Award, a Drama Desk Award for Unique Theatre Experience, and a Special Citation from Best Plays. THE INSTRUMENT SECTION The young performers “make a rhythm out of anything we can get our hands on that makes a sound,” says co-creator/director Luke Cresswell. Stiff-bristle brooms become a sweeping orchestra; Zippo lighters flip open and closed to create a fiery fugue; wooden poles thump and clack in a rhythmic explosion. STOMP uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – trashcans, tea chests, plastic bags, plungers, boots, and hubcaps – to fill the stage with compelling and infectious rhythms. Critics and audiences have raved: “STOMP is as crisp and exuberant as if it had opened yesterday,” says The New York Times. The San Francisco Chronicle declares “STOMP has a beat that just won’t quit!” The Los Angeles Times exclaims: “Electrifying! Triumphs in the infinite variety of the human experience.” “A phenomenal show! Bashing, crashing, smashing, swishing, banging and kicking – a joyous invention!” says the Chicago Tribune. STOMP is directed and created by Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas. The smash hit returns to the Music Hall at Fair Park from Tuesday, June 17 through Sunday, June 22. Performances will be at 8 p.m. nightly, with matinee performances at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22. TICKET INFORMATION Single tickets are priced from $11-$71, and are available for purchase at The Box Office, 542 Preston Royal Shopping Center, or any Ticketmaster outlet. Tickets may also be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 214-631-ARTS (2787). For group sales, please call 214-426-GROUP. For more information please visit the STOMP website at www.stomponline.com. Dallas Summer Musicals’ 68th season continues with HAIRSPRAY June 24-29; DISNEY’S HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL, July 2-13; JERSEY BOYS, July 23-August 16; and the State Fair of Texas musical, THE COLOR PURPLE, September 30-October 19, 2008. SPONSORS Season sponsors for Dallas Summer Musicals, presented by Comerica Bank, are The Dallas Morning News, WFAA TV Channel 8, and American Airlines. Now celebrating its 68th season, Dallas Summer Musicals, Inc. (DSM) is the largest producer of live theatrical entertainment in the Southwest, the second oldest summer theater organization in the United States, and the sixth largest non-profit theater company. DSM has been entertaining North Texas audiences with the finest in live, musical theatre entertainment since 1941. In addition to presenting national Broadway tours, DSM also produces shows on Broadway, presents and tours local productions, and is involved in developing new works. Dallas Summer Musicals’ affiliates include DSM Management Group, Inc. (DSMMGI), which manages the Music Hall at Fair Park and the historic Majestic Theatre. As a non-profit organization, DSM relies on a variety of funding sources to bring the Best of Broadway to Dallas at affordable ticket prices, as well as to preserve the beautiful historic theatres, educate young audiences and create important community programs. DSM’s Seats for Kids program provides a meaningful arts education experience to thousands of low income, at-risk and special needs children. DSM and the Dallas Police Department partner together to provide positive incentives for youth that are at risk for gang membership through the Stage Right program. In addition, the DSM School of Musical Theatre offers professional theatre arts training and scholarships to talented students in need. Ticket sales alone do not sustain these endeavors. Only support from committed businesses, foundations and individuals make these programs possible. For more information about Dallas Summer Musicals, presented by Comerica, visit their website at www.dallassummermusicals.org or call (214) 421-5678. |
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