SHOWS

Broadway On Randolph

Presented by DCA Theater and Chicago Cabaret Professionals

August 01, 2008 — August 03, 2008
Storefront Theater
$15

DCA Theater salutes the American Musical Songbook with two musical revues featuring the work of Richard Rogers and Stephen Schwartz. Don’t miss this one-weekend only event which showcases many of Chicago’s finest musical theater performers.

“The Sweetest Sounds—The Music of Richard Rodgers”
Directed by: John Eskola
Musical Director: Patricia Rusk
Featuring: Elizabeth Doyle, John Eskola, Paul Marinaro, Allen Nichols and Kat Taylor.
Friday, August 1, 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 2, 2:00 p.m.

The timeless music of Richard Rodgers, passionate, rhythmic and innovative, has enhanced our lives for generations. Beginning with his partnership with Lorenz Hart and continuing through his Pulitzer-Prize winning collaboration with Oscar Hammerstein. The ” Sweetest Sounds ” leads you through beautiful and evocative melodies. Musicals include: “Babes In Arms,” “Pa L Joey,” “Oklahoma,” and “South Pacific,” to name a few.

“Music To Do—The Magic of Stephen Schwartz”
Directed by: Tracy Adams
Musical Director: Beckie Menzie
Featuring: Tracy Adams, Laura Freeman, KT McHammond, Beckie Menzie, Tom Michael, Bradford Thacker, and Todd Vitale.
Saturday, August 2, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 3, 2:00 p.m.

In “Wicked,” Stephen Schwartz lets the audience see the lives of three witches. Now take a similar look into the musical world of Stephen Schwartz. Explore the characters he has created and the music that brings them to life. Shows and movies include: “Wicked,” “Pippin,” “Godspell,” ” The Baker’s Wife,” “Pocohonatas,” “Magic Show,” and many more.

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