COLDWATER – As the hilarious musical “Nunsense” wraps up its final performances, Tibbits Summer Theatre extends its appreciation to Frederick Family Dental for its sponsorship of the show as well as its overall support of the theatre.
Dr. Evan Frederick began sponsoring Summer Theatre shows in 2019 and has also sponsored the Theatre Workshop for the past three years. Past support has also included Tibbits Annual Auction and the golf tournament.
Frederick Family Dental provides quality dentistry for the whole family in a comfortable, friendly environment. The staff prides itself on treating patients like family providing the best possible treatment options. They offer preventative dental care, cosmetic dentistry, same-day crowns, fillings, root canals, and even dental emergencies. Locally owned and operated, they take the time to keep their patients informed, assist with insurance and billing and provide a comfortable supportive atmosphere.
Dr. Frederick and his wife Kate are Coldwater natives and enjoy being able to serve the community they call home. They and the staff are excited to give to such a cultural cornerstone in the Coldwater community. Dr. Frederick says, “Tibbits was a part of my formative years. I took part in plays like The Music Man and A Christmas Carol, and volunteered as a stage hand for our high school productions. I am excited to now be able to start to give back all that Tibbits has given me.”
Final performances of “Nunsense” are tonight and tomorrow night. Tickets are available online at Tibbits.org. Frederick Family Dental is located at 323 W. Chicago St, Coldwater, MI 49036, (517) 278-6077, For more information visit www.frederickandchan.com.
The musical “Nunsense,” a professional Tibbits Summer Theatre production, will enliven the stage at Tibbits Opera House July 14-23. Tickets are available at Tibbits.org.
COLDWATER – The hilarious heavenly musical “Nunsense” brings the antics of five funny nuns to life when the Tibbits Summer Theatre production opens on July 14.
Last presented at Tibbits in 2004, “Nunsense” is a comedy that follows the misadventures of five nuns from the Little Sisters of Hoboken who try to manage a fundraiser. Sadly, the rest of the sisters were accidentally poisoned by the convent cook, Sister Julia (Child of God). Thus, the remaining nuns – ballet-loving Sister Leo, street-wise Sister Robert Anne, befuddled Sister Mary Amnesia, the Mother Superior Sister Regina, and mistress of the novices Sister Mary Hubert – stage a talent show in order to raise the money to bury their dearly departed. Catchy songs like “Nunsense is Habit-Forming,” “Tackle that Temptation with a Time-Step”, and “Holier than Thou” along with some mildly irreverent comedy will keep the audience laughing and humming long after the show ends.
With book, music and lyrics by Dan Goggin, “Nunsense” is directed by Mathew C. Scott, who is sharing the musical direction with Cindy Garn. Choreography is by Liz Davis. The show features Tibbits Summer Theatre veterans Brenda Sparks as Mother Superior, Kiersten Vorheis as Sister Mary Amnesia, and Liz Davis as Sister Mary Leo along with newcomers Cheyane Marie as Sister Mary Hubert and Gianna Branca as Sister Mary Robert Anne. The design staff features Aaron Bell as set designer and technical director, Dusti Donbrock as costume designer, Jamie Gresens as lighting designer, props by Maddy Byrnes, Josh Rockwell as sound designer and Ariel Sheets as production stage manager.
“Nunsense” is sponsored by Frederick Family Dental, who is also a co-sponsor of the Kids Theatre Workshop. Frederick Family Dental provides quality dentistry for the whole family in a comfortable, friendly environment. They offer preventative dental care, cosmetic dentistry, same-day crowns, fillings, root canals, and even dental emergencies. Locally owned and operated, they take the time to keep their patients informed, assist with insurance and billing and provide a comfortable supportive atmosphere.
Dr. Evan Frederick and his wife Kate are Coldwater natives and Evan enjoys being able to serve the community he calls home. In their third year as a Tibbits sponsor, Dr. Frederick and his staff are excited to give to such a cultural cornerstone in the Coldwater community.
Dr. Frederick says, “Tibbits was a part of my formative years. I took part in plays like “The Music Man” and “A Christmas Carol”, and volunteered as a stage hand for our high school productions. I am excited to now be able to start to give back all that Tibbits has given me.”
Tickets for “Nunsense” range from $15-36 including fees. Discounts are available for Tibbits members, groups and students. Performances run July 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23 at 7:30pm with matinees on July 14, 17, and 20. Tickets are available online at Tibbits.org, at the Tibbits Admin Office at 93 W. Chicago Street 9 am to 5 pm weekdays, by calling 517-278-6029, or at the box office in the theatre one hour prior to all performances. All tickets are charged a facility/ticketing fee whether in person or not; there are no additional fees for ordering online.
Tibbits also receives grant funding from the Michigan Arts & Culture Council as well as the National Endowment for the Arts.
To add to the Tibbits experience, Tibbits Ghost Light Bar in the theatre’s lower-level art gallery is open before the show and at intermission. Patrons are also invited to view current Patricia Polacco exhibit or the historic exhibit displays throughout the theatre.
All performances are held at the beautiful historic Tibbits Opera House, 14 S. Hanchett Street, in Coldwater. For more information call or visit Tibbits.org.
COLDWATER – Tickets are now on sale for the 59th consecutive season of Tibbits Summer Theatre, which offers everything from toe-tapping melodies to playful comedic situations to heart-felt lessons.
Tibbits 2022 Summer Theatre Season begins with three musicals: a hilarious musical journey into relationships with “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change;” a timeless musical tale of friendship, loyalty and love with “Godspell;” and a hilarious, heavenly romp with “Nunsense.” The main season closes with Neil Simon’s comedy “Barefoot in the Park.” New this year, the schedule includes an additional matinee on alternating Sundays. Tibbits Popcorn Theatre also returns with five kid-friendly shows. Late-night cabarets will extend the live entertainment and showcase the versatility of the summer company.
“I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” opens the season and runs June 16-25. Sponsored by the Coldwater Board of Public Utilities, this musical showcases everything people have ever secretly thought about dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives and in-laws. This hilarious comedy progresses through the relationship cycle, from awkward first dates to marital bliss and baby talk to contemplation of divorce. The stories flow through equally-relatable songs and scenes like “Single Man Drought,” “On the Highway of Love” and “Funerals are for Dating.”
Next, the energetic musical “Godspell,” sponsored by Parrish Excavating, dances across the stage with messages of kindness, tolerance and love at performances June 30- July 9. A small group playfully bring the parables of Jesus to life with an eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville including “Day by Day,” “Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord,” “Learn Your Lessons Well,” “All Good Gifts” and “Turn Back, O Man.”
Professional actors perform in Tibbits Summer Theatre’s 2021 production of “The Fantasticks.” Tickets for the 2022 season which includes “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change;” “Godspell;” “Nunsense;” and Neil Simon’s comedy “Barefoot in the Park” are now on sale at Tibbits.org.
“Nunsense,” the final musical of the season, sponsored by Frederick Family Dental, will continue the fun on stage July 14-23. The Little Sisters of Hoboken parade their talents in a variety show staged to raise funds to bury sisters accidentally poisoned by the convent cook, Sister Julia (Child of God). Songs like “Nunsense is Habit-Forming,” “Tackle that Temptation with a Time-Step” and “Holier than Thou” will keep the audience laughing and humming long after the show ends.
The main season closes with Neil Simon’s comedy “Barefoot in the Park,” which has performances July 28-August 6 and is sponsored by Vandervort, Christ & Fisher. This classic comedy follows newlyweds Corie and Paul, who are over the moon to begin their life together in their new Manhattan apartment. Their small space, the six-flight climb, the busted heat, snow falling through the skylight, a surprise visit from Corie’s conservative widowed mother, and the antics of their eccentric bohemian neighbor, turn their life into comical discord.
Cabarets on July 21 and 22 will extend the evening’s fun. This dynamic late-night performance features favorite Summer Theatre performers showcasing beloved Broadway songs. The $15 ticket price for this performance with an exclusive mix of solos, duets, trios and group arrangements includes a drink from the theatre’s Ghost Light Bar as well.
Single tickets for the mainstage shows are now on sale and range from $15–$36 including fees. Evening summer performances begin at 7:30pm with matinees at 2pm. Single tickets are available at Tibbits.org, by calling 517.278.6029, or by visiting the administrative offices at 93 W. Chicago St. Season tickets for the mainstage shows are $117 (with fees) and are available in person or by calling the admin office. All performances are held at the historic Tibbits Opera House is located at 14 S. Hanchett St. in Coldwater, MI.
Tibbits also receives funding from the Michigan Arts & Culture Council and the National Endowment for the Arts.
COLDWATER – With a mainstage season
featuring three musicals and a play, along with the return of the popular
Popcorn Theatre and the new events, the 59th consecutive season of
Tibbits Summer Theatre will once again offer something for everyone.
Tibbits 2022 Summer Theatre Season
begins with three musicals: the hilarious musical journey into relationships
with “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change;” the timeless musical tale of
friendship, loyalty and love with “Godspell;” and the hilarious, heavenly
“Nunsense.” The main shows close with Neil Simon’s comedy “Barefoot in the Park.” The regular summer theatre lineup will feature
an additional matinee on alternating Sundays. Tibbits Popcorn Theatre returns
with five kid-friendly shows. Late-night cabarets will extend the live
entertainment and showcase the summer company.
Professional actors entertain Tibbits audiences in a performance of “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown”last summer. Gift certificates for the 2022 Tibbits Summer Theatre are currently on sale. Tibbits’ 59th consecutive summer theatre season features three musicals: the hilarious musical journey into relationships with “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change;” the timeless tale of friendship, loyalty and love with “Godspell;” and the hilarious, heavenly “Nunsense.” The season closes with Neil Simon’s comedy “Barefoot in the Park.”
“I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now
Change” opens the season and runs June 16-25.
Everything people have ever secretly thought about dating, romance,
marriage, lovers, husbands, wives and in-laws becomes the subject of this
hilarious musical comedy. Progress through the relationships, from awkward
first dates to marital bliss, and baby talk to contemplation of divorce, with
relatable songs and scenes like “Single Man Drought,” “On the Highway of Love”
and “Funerals are for Dating.”
Next, the energetic musical “Godspell”
dances across the stage with messages of kindness, tolerance and love at
performances on June 30- July 9. A small
group playfully bring the parables of Jesus to life with an eclectic blend of
songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville including “Day by
Day,” “Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord,” “Learn Your Lessons
Well,” “All Good Gifts” and “Turn Back, O Man.”
The final musical of the season, “Nunsense,”
will continue the fun on stage July 14-23. The Little Sisters of Hoboken parade
their talents in a variety show staged to raise funds to bury sisters
accidentally poisoned by the convent cook, Sister Julia (Child of God). Songs
like “Nunsense is Habit-Forming,” “Tackle that Temptation with a Time-Step”,
and “Holier than Thou” will keep the audience laughing and humming long after
the show ends.
The main season closes with Neil
Simon’s comedy “Barefoot in the Park,” which has performances July 28-August 6.
This classic comedy follows newlyweds Corie and Paul, who are over the moon to
begin their life together in their new Manhattan apartment. Their small space,
the six-flight climb, the busted heat, snow falling through the skylight, a
surprise visit from Corie’s conservative widowed mother, and the antics of
their eccentric bohemian neighbor, turn their life into comical discord.
Season
tickets for the mainstage shows are $117 (with fees) and will be on sale the
end of December. Evening summer performances begin at 7:30pm with matinees at
2pm. Gift certificates are currently available for season tickets, individual
shows, or for any denomination by calling 517.278.6029, visiting the
administrative offices at 93 W. Chicago St., or going online to Tibbits.org. The historic Tibbits Opera House is located
at 14 S. Hanchett St. in Coldwater, MI.
