The 2013-2014 Civic Youth Theatre season: 13

The third production of the 2013-2014 Civic Youth Theatre season at Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette will be 13, directed by Tamzin Malone. The music and lyrics are by Jason Robert Brown, and the book is by Dan Elish and Robert Horn.

Performances will be February 14, 15 and 16 in the historic Monon Depot Theatre at 320 N. 5th Street - the corner of 5th Street and North Street - in downtown Lafayette. Friday and Saturday performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. The Sunday performance will begin at 2:30 p.m.

A grown-up story about growing up!

When his parents get divorced and he's forced to move from New York to a small town in Indiana, Evan Goldman just wants to make friends and survive the school year. Easier said than done. The star quarterback is threatening to ruin his life and his only friend, Patrice, won't talk to him. The school troublemaker sees an opportunity for blackmail and someone is spreading the nastiest rumors. With an unforgettable rock score, 13 is a hilarious, high-energy musical for all ages about discovering that cool is where you find it, and sometimes where you least expect it.

Season tickets for Civic Youth Theatre can be purchased online at http://lafayettecivic.tix.com or by calling 765-423-7529.

The mission of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette is to enhance the artistic and cultural environment of Greater Lafayette through theatrical productions and educational opportunities.

The 2013-2014 Civic Youth Theatre season: Charlotte's Web

The second production of the 2013-2014 Civic Youth Theatre season at Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette will be Charlotte's Web, directed by Denise Laussade. The play was written by Joseph Robinette, based on the book by E.B. White.

Performances will be November 15, 16 and 17 in the historic Monon Depot Theatre at 320 N. 5th Street - the corner of 5th Street and North Street - in downtown Lafayette. Friday and Saturday performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. The Sunday performance will begin at 2:30 p.m.

The Children's Literature Association named Charlotte's Web "the best American children's book of the past two hundred years." Adapted for the stage by Joseph Robinette, all the enchanting characters are here:  Wilbur, the irresistible young pig who desperately wants to avoid the butcher, Fern, Templeton, the Zuckerman family, the Arables, and, most of all, the extraordinary spider, Charlotte, who proves to be "a true friend and a good writer." Determined to save Wilbur, Charlotte begins her campaign with the "miracle" of her web in which she writes, "Some pig."

Season tickets for Civic Youth Theatre can be purchased online at http://lafayettecivic.tix.com or by calling 765-423-7529.

The mission of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette is to enhance the artistic and cultural environment of Greater Lafayette through theatrical productions and educational opportunities.

The 2013-2014 Civic Youth Theatre season: Antigone

The first production of the 2013-2014 Civic Youth Theatre season at Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette will be Antigone, directed by Neil Radtke. The play was written by Sophocles and adapted by David Feldshuh.

Performances will be September 26, 27 and 28 in the historic Monon Depot Theatre at 320 N. 5th Street - the corner of 5th Street and North Street - in downtown Lafayette. Friday and Saturday performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. The Sunday performance will begin at 2:30 p.m.

Theban Princess Antigone buries her brother Polyneices. In so doing, she chooses to comply with divine will that all Thebans receive below ground burials. But at the same time, she contradicts the non-burial edict that her uncle, King Creon, issues regarding the exposure of the bodies of the disloyal Theban dead. Antigone gets caught and is sentenced to death.  So begins this Greek Tragedy that examines relationships, gender roles, conscience vs. law, and pride - the great destroyer.

Season tickets for Civic Youth Theatre can be purchased online at http://lafayettecivic.tix.com or by calling 765-423-7529.

The mission of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette is to enhance the artistic and cultural environment of Greater Lafayette through theatrical productions and educational opportunities.

2012-2013 Review: Civic Youth Theatre Season

The 2012-2013 Civic Youth Theatre season at Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette included 3-performance productions of Night of the Living Dead, Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical, and The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood, all in the historic Monon Depot Theatre in downtown Lafayette.

We are very excited to announce that the 2012-2013 Civic Youth Theatre season had the highest attendance of any season since 2007-2008! Attendance for this season reached 1,702 people.

We congratulate the directors and choreographers of this season's CYT productions: Neil Radtke, Jessie Searight, Steven Koehler, Shellie Johnson, Tori Rosa and Tamzin Malone. We also congratulate the performers, crew members and their families for the time, energy and talent they shared. Finally, we thank our audience for letting us share these stories with you and for your support. None of this would be possible without anyone listed above. You make Civic Theatre strong!

Keep your eyes out for posts about next year's Civic Youth Theatre season. And check out http://lafayettecivic.tix.com to purchase season tickets to the 2013-2014 CYT shows! You can also call 765-423-7529 to purchase season tickets - and there are several shows that already are building buzz, so reserve those tickets now!

The mission of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette is to enhance the artistic and cultural environment of Greater Lafayette through theatrical productions and educational opportunities.

Share Your Thoughts: Company

Now that Company has closed, share your thoughts about the production.

What will you remember about it? What are your thoughts about the performances? The story and songs? The design? What were the standout moments?

The mission of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette is to enhance the artistic and cultural environment of Greater Lafayette through theatrical productions and educational opportunities.

Announcing the casts in the inaugural 10-Minute Play Festival

Six directors have announced the casts of the plays in the inaugural 10-Minute Play Festival at Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette. The plays and the casts are:

A Humble Path written by Steve Martin, directed by Craig Martin

* Abe - Timothy Devery

Adventures in Mutual Knowledge written and directed by Jeremiah Dole

* Kristyn - Kristen Singleton

* Jordan - Eric Francis

* Mark - Aidan Andronicos

El Loro, el Gato y el Espíritu Santo written and directed by Kelly McBurnette-Andronicos

* Berna - Ariel Laukins

* Veronica - Alondra Magallenes

* Ceci - Josie Luptak

* Doña Cuca - Heather Bungard-Janney

Feed Me! written and directed by Zachary Baiel

* Wilson - Ted Malone

* Mark - Aidan Andronicos

* Craigslist 1 - Evan Malone

* Craigslist 2 - Doug Pruim

* Sam - Hannah Lazarz

Silent Treatment written and directed by Scott Haan

* June - Erin O'Connor

* Gretchen - Julie Doan

* Billie - Whitney Freeland

Welcome to New York written and directed by Deborah Gray

* Emma - Elizabeth Cohen

* Natalia - Jennifer Luptak

* Officer Mike - Aaron Bumgarner

The inaugural 10-Minute Play Festival will be held 7:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21, and Saturday, June 22, in the historic Monon Depot Theatre at the corner of 5th Street and North Street in downtown Lafayette. All six plays will be performed both nights. It is a Pay What You Can event.

The mission of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette is to enhance the artistic and cultural environment of Greater Lafayette through theatrical productions and educational opportunities.

Save the Date: Annual Meeting on June 25

Members of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette, please mark your calendars for the organization's Annual Meeting.

* Time and Location - Tuesday, June 25 at 5:30 p.m. in the lobby of the historic Monon Depot Theatre, 320 N. 5th Street, Lafayette

* Agenda Items - Finance Committee report, voting on the 2013-2014 Board of Directors

* Food and drink will be provided.

The mission of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette is to enhance the artistic and cultural environment of Greater Lafayette through theatrical productions and educational opportunities.

Share Your Thoughts: The Break of Noon

The staged reading of The Break of Noon took place last night at 7:30 p.m. in the historic Monon Depot Theatre in downtown Lafayette with 54 people in attendance.

It was followed by a question-and-answer session between the audience, the cast and the director, Denise Laussade.

Did you attend the staged reading of The Break of Noon? What did you think about the characters, the plot and the dialogue? What were some of the high points? What will you remember about this staged reading?

The mission of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette is to enhance the artistic and cultural environment of Greater Lafayette through theatrical productions and educational opportunities.

The Review is In: Company

The review of Company was published in the Journal & Courier, Lafayette and West Lafayette's daily newspaper. It was written by Tim Brouk.

You can read the review here.

Company opens its second weekend of performances Friday, May 10 and continues until closing night Saturday, May 18 at the historic Monon Depot Theatre at the corner of 5th Street and North Street in downtown Lafayette. Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 p.m. The Sunday show begins at 2:30 p.m.

Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors, $10 for youth age 18 and under. To order tickets call 765-423-7529 or visit http://lafayettecivic.tix.com. Follow @lafayettecivic on Twitter to learn about the availability of Rush tickets before each performance for students with a valid college or high school ID.

The mission of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette is to enhance the artistic and cultural environment of Greater Lafayette through theatrical productions and educational opportunities.

Civic Theatre on YouTube: Company.

The following preview of Company, the fifth and final show of the 2012-2013 MainStage season at Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette, has been added to the Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette channel on YouTube.

Thanks to Steve Scherer for creating this video.

Company opens tonight, Friday, May 3, and runs through Saturday, May 18, at the historic Monon Depot Theatre at the corner of 5th Street and North Street in downtown Lafayette. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 p.m. The Sunday shows are at 2:30 p.m.

Tickets are $18 for adults, $15 for seniors and $10 for youth age 18 and under. To purchase tickets, call 765-423-PLAY (7529) or visit http://lafayettecivic.tix.com. Follow #lafayettecivic on Twitter twenty minutes before each performance to learn about Rush ticket availability for students with valid college or high school IDs.

The mission of Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette is to enhance the artistic and cultural environment of Greater Lafayette through theatrical productions and educational opportunities.