Venus in Fur
By David Ives
Directed by Katherine Almquist
February 15, 16, 22, 23, 24, March 1, 2, 3, 2019
8:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday
2:00 p.m. Sunday Matinee
We are pleased to offer a complimentary romantic cocktail, in honor of St. Valentine's Day, on February 14, 15 & 16. Please join us in the Green Room at 7:30.
Thomas, a beleaguered playwright/director, is desperate to find an actress to play Vanda, the female lead in his adaptation of the classic sadomasochistic tale Venus in Fur. Into his empty audition room walks a vulgar and equally desperate actress—oddly enough, named Vanda. Though utterly wrong for the sophisticated part, Vanda exhibits a strange command of the material, piquing Thomas's interest with her seductive talents and secretive manner. As the two work through the script, they blur the line between play and reality, entering into an increasingly serious game of submission and domination that only one of them can win.
Recommended for Mature Audiences
Agnes Fohn
Chris Luongo
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The Playhouse is looking for budding directors college age and up to be a part of our Director Intern Program. This program is designed for interested applicants to shadow our seasoned production directors which can lead to eligibility to direct at the Playhouse in the future. This program will start with the summer show, The Tempest, directed by Robin Frome and include the Fall show Cabaret, directed by Bradford Blake and culminate with our December Panto, Jack and the Beanstalk directed by Steven Stott. If you are interested in assisting the director in one of these three productions please send your resume and letter of intent to Playhouse President, Robin Frome. Interested applicants may also email Mr. Frome with further questions.
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Great News. The 4th annual Sherman Opry made just under $2000.00 for the playhouse expenses. Thanks to all who participated on and offstage and our wonderful patrons. See y’all next year.
Exciting New Program happening at the Sherman Playhouse - mailchi.mp/10cf637930cb/exciting-new-program-happening-at-the-sherman-playhouse
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The Playhouse is looking for budding directors college age and up to be a part of our Director Intern Program.DIRECTING OPPORTUNITY
The Playhouse is looking for budding directors college age and up to be a part of our Director Intern Program. This program is designed for interested applicants to shadow our seasoned production directors which can lead to eligibility to direct at the Playhouse in the future. This program will start with the summer show, The Tempest, directed by Robin Frome and include the Fall show Cabaret, directed by Bradford Blake and culminate with our December Panto, Jack and the Beanstalk directed by Steven Stott. If you are interested in assisting the director in one of these three productions please send your resume and letter of intent to Playhouse President, Robin Frome at his email: Frome@snet.net. Interested applicants may also email Mr Frome with further questions. Please check out our website production page to make sure of your availability for your chosen production. Shermanplayers.org
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For over 89 years the Sherman Players has provided Sherman and the surrounding communities a full range of high quality theatre.Reminder 4th Annual Sherman Opry - This Friday Evening, January 18th at 8PM -
Sherman Opry - Benefit Friday, January 18th 8pm
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This is a special event presented as a fund raiser for the Sherman Playhouse and the Sherman Players who operate it. Some of the local area's most talented musicians will be donating their talents and time to bring this special concert to the playhouse in support of the outstanding theatrical produc...The Manzino family will be remembering actor, Steve Manzino -
Special Memorial Service Remembering Actor, Steve Manzino
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The Manzino family will be remembering actor, Steve Manzino at a special memorial service at the Sherman Playhouse February 9 at 6:30 pm.The Manzino family will be remembering actor, Steve Manzino at a special memorial service at the Sherman Playhouse February 9 at 6:30 pm. Individuals will be asked to speak about Steven and we will be showing a montage video of some of Steve's past performances.. The Manzino family will be providing light refreshments in our green room. This memorial is open to the public but please email Playhouse President, Robin Frome, by Feb 8, if you would like to speak. We will be gathering an ongoing list of speakers. Frome@snet.net.
I wish I lived closer so I could be able to go.. Rest In Peace Steve you where a great friend.
I will not be in CT unfortunately but I would like to give my condolences to the family, he was a great person and a great actor. Reast in peace.
See you there!
May he Rest In Peace
We will be there
I hope to go..
A sneak Wiki peek at Venus in Fur
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Venus in Fur is a two-person play by David Ives set in modern New York City. The play had its premiere off-Broadway at the Classic Stage Company in 2010 and on Broadway in 2011.AUDITIONS ANNOUNCED!!
The Sherman Playhouse will be auditioning for The Graduate by Buck Henry, Terry Johnson, Charles Webb, Calder Willingham Directed by Susan Abrams.
This is the first play adaptation of the classic novel and cult film. Benjamin's got excellent grades, very proud parents and, since he helped Mrs. Robinson with her zipper, a fine future behind him. A cult novel, a classic film, a quintessential hit of the 1960s. Now Benjamin's disastrous sexual odyssey is brought vividly to life in this world stage production.
Director Susan Abrams makes her way back to the Sherman stage after directing The Guys and Enchanted April, Talk Radio at Theatreworks New Milford and Female Transport at The Phoenix Stage Company in Oakville, CT.
The Playhouse will be looking for five males and six females 18 to 60 years of age Non-speaking roles will be available - a great introduction to a theater and novices are encouraged to audition. All types and ages over 18 will be considered.
Open auditions on February 18 & February 19th, 7:00pm - 9:00pm at the Sherman Playhouse. (Shermanplayers.org for directions Call-backs, if required, will take place on February 20th at 7:00pm.
All actors will be asked to read from the script at auditions..
Rehearsals are Monday through Thursday (starting with one Sunday March 3 with first table read, time TBA) 7-930 pm
Production dates are: April 19, 20, 26, 27, 28 (Matinee), May 3, 4, 5 (Matinee), 10,11, 2019
For questions regarding this production, please contact director, Susan Abrams at snuzywaa5a@gmail.com
CAST LIST:
BENJAMIN - 20-25
MRS. ROBINSON 40-60
MR. ROBINSON 50-65
ELAINE - 20-25
MR. BRADDOCK (DAD) 40-60
MRS. BRADDOCK (MOM) 40-60
STRIPPER 18-35
HOTEL CLERK - 18- up
PSYCHIATRIST - 35-up
MEN (20s to 60s) -
WEDDING GUESTS (all ages over 18)
PRIEST 30-up
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An excellent choice and a perfect director! This is one that I might actually haul my tired old bones out to see! Although (because I'm a crazy old curmudgeon) since The Graduate won a crap ton of Oscars, Golden Globes, BAFTAs etc...do we really think that Mike Nichols created a cult film? The notion of The Graduate as a cult film so perturbed me that I actually checked Wikipedia's extensive and impressive list of cult films under G, and nope, no The Graduate. (Hopefully this will inspired spirited debate and create a cult following for the show before it opens! 😜) #plastics
I would love to see this!
Great play. Played Mr Braddock back in 2012 at Ivoryton. Such a blast.
Fantastic show!
Looking forward to it 🥰
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I will be visiting Texoma Jan. 13 in the guise of Walt Whitman. Please invite your friends to come celebrate the 200th birthday of this American author.
Walt Whitman, Alive and in Person - Red River Unitarian Universalists
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Walt Whitman, the American poet, essayist and humanist, will celebrate his 200th birthday in 2019. And to commemorate the event, he will make a rare appearance at Red River UU church! Come hear Walt reminisce about his life, and journey with us as we wander ... read more.
Agnes Fohn as Vanda in Venus in Fur
As the Playhouse prepares for another season in 2019, I would like to write a few words about the state of local theater.
My diatribe begins with a conversation I had with a close friend who lives nearby the Playhouse. He said he fully enjoys the productions at Sherman as a general rule. Yet, he goes on to say, and I paraphrase: "Robin, I love you, I love your work and the quality productions at the Playhouse, but if there's a show going on there and it's a Saturday night or Sunday afternoon and I'm watching an old movie and having a relaxing cocktail etc, and it's a choice of getting off my rear end, getting dressed, getting in the car and going to the show verses where I am at that moment, I have to say I'm going to stay right where I am. It's just a fact. Sorry, man." Suffice it to say, our production of A Christmas Story made record on-line sales; people DID get off their derrieres to go see that show. Much obliged.
My concern still does prevail for future productions. We can't lose live theater to the digital streaming monster in our living rooms. Please patronize your local theater. It still proves to be a relatively inexpensive and easily accessible form of great entertainment.
Sincerely,
Robin Frome, Playhouse President
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The Sherman Playhouse Live Performing Arts Theatre in Sherman Connecticut
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For over 89 years the Sherman Players has provided Sherman and the surrounding communities a full range of high quality theatre.
Was so glad I was able to get tickets for a great performance.
I love attending your shows. Better than tv anytime
There is nothing like live theater, and there is plenty to choose from in our area. Sherman, Brookfield, New Milford, Newtown, Waterbury, Ridgefield, it goes on! Sure, it means you have to put some shoes on and shut your phone down, but dollar for dollar the talent abounds. And it is mostly built and produced by VOLUNTEERS. It ain’t broardway, often though you see a close second. It’s affordable, it’s local, and you can be on your comfy sofas by midnight. PS. I am a volunteer, and set builder so I guess I am bias.
We happily drive from Brookfield and will continue to do so. Keep up the good work.
I so wanted to go but I had one weekend, this past one, and just had foot surgery. Much too hard for me to get out. I heard it was wonderful.
Right on Robin..
Bought tixx for my whole family (including grandparents!) Such a great production! I will continue to support the playhouse anyway i can!
Tickets, production dates and info available on website after Jan 1.
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SATURDAY SOLD OUT. Friday going fast. Thanks for making A Christmas Story a sold out success. Shermanplayers.org.
Tickets still available for this final weekend of A Christmas Story. Shermanplayers.org
Santa and victim. two more weekends. A Christmas Story. Shermanplayers.org
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