Tucson: PCC Center for the Arts - presents Charlotte's Web -Sept. 22-Oct. 3

 

From: Carder, Carol [mailto:ccarder@pima.edu]
Sent: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 9:09 AM
Subject: Press release: Pima Community College Center for the Arts - PCC Theatre presents Charlotte's Web -Sept. 22-Oct. 3

 

PimaCommunityCollege                   
Center for the Arts

contact:
Carol Carder, marketing/pr director
2202 W. Anklam, Tucson, AZ 85709
520-206-3062
ccarder@pima.edu <mailto:carol.carder@pima.edu>
 
Mickey Nugent, theatre arts faculty
520-661-8052 (cell phone)
micnuge@aol.com <mailto:micnuge@aol.com>

August 25, 2010
 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Pima Community College Theatre Arts presents the family favorite “Charlotte’s Web”

what: PCC theatre arts presents Charlotte’s Web
where: PCC Center for the Arts Proscenium Theatre, West Campus, 2202 West Anklam Road, Tucson, AZ 85709
when: September 22 through October 3, public performances Fri.-Sat. at 7 p.m., Sat.-Sun. at 2 p.m.  
general admission: Tickets are $6. Box office hours: Tue.-Fri., noon-5p.m. and one hour prior to each performance.
information: 520-206-6986, centerforthearts@pima.edu <mailto:centerforthearts@pima.edu> , www.pima.edu/cfa

Tucson, Arizona--Pima Community College Theatre Arts kick starts the 2010-2011 Twentieth Anniversary Season with the wonderful, heartwarming children’s production, Charlotte’s Web. Cleverly adapted by Joseph Robinette and based on the book by E.B. White it is directed by Mickey Nugent. Public performances run September 24 through October 3 in the Center for the Arts Proscenium Theatre (Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m.) ASL interpreters are available October 1. Tickets are $6. Charlotte’s Family Fun Time, a free event for families featuring kid-friendly activities and treats, is Saturday, September 11 from 9-11 a.m. in the Black Box Theatre.
 
Charlotte’s Web, first published in 1952, won a Newberry Honors Award in 1953 and the Laura Ingalls Wilder Medal in 1970. Joseph Robinette’s adaptation retains all the heart and soul of E.B. White’s book. All the characters come to life on stage—Wilbur, the “terrific,” “radiant” and “humble” runty pig rescued from the ax by the farmer’s young daughter Fern, who believes it’s unfair to kill anyone just because he’s small; Templeton, the self-centered rat who against his nature performs some very good deeds; and the incredible spider, Charlotte who proves to be “a true friend and a good writer.” The barnyard set, designed by Todd Poelstra, includes a giant steel web for Charlotte to scamper and write on. Director Mickey Nugent adds, “Charlotte’s Web represents a community of unlike individuals living together in tolerance and acceptance. It’s an excellent learning tool for our children today.” He states, “Great shows have heart and Charlotte’s Web is all heart!”
 
The Pima Community College Center for the Arts is located on West Campus at 2202 West Anklam Road, Tucson (just west of downtown). For ticket information contact the box office at 206-6986 or centerforthearts@pima.edu <mailto:centerforthearts@pima.edu> .
 
A photo call for the media is scheduled for Tuesday, September 7 at 6 p.m. in the Center for the Arts Proscenium Theatre. Director Mickey Nugent is available for interviews by calling 520-661-8052 (cell phone) or e-mail micnuge@aol.com <mailto:micnuge@aol.com>

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