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2019 - 2020
Celebrating Our 59th Season
CHARLOTTE
Your Community
Theatre Since
1961!
STAGE
PRODUCTIONS
Located in the Charlotte Players Community Theater Center at
1182 Market Circle, Murdock, FL 33953
All shows are at 7:30pm except Sat and Sun matinees at 2pm
Sept 6-15, 2019
A slapstick comedy showing how lies and
deceit can turn a relaxing weekend away
into a catastrophe. Between multiple
alleged affairs among numerous people,
models becoming cooks and cooks
becoming mistresses, miscommunication
and bribery rules! While identities become
unknown and confusion swirls among
characters, audiences will not be able to
contain their laughter.
Laugh your troubles Oct 11-20, 2019 TBA
away with a Jones, Hope, Wooten play! The trio enjoys
the reputation of being three of the most popular and
A Jones,
widely-produced playwrights in the United States. Hope,
They specialize in writing laugh-out-loud comedies and Wooten
creating vividly strong roles for women. Our selection will comedy!
be announced by June of 2019.
Nov 7-17, 2019
Four residents of a retirement home
have had their life savings stolen by
a smooth-talking financial advisor.
Pandemonium ensues as the four
retirees try to find a way to exact
their revenge, recoup their losses
and keep the authorities from
discovering their plans.
Jan 8-19, 2020
Set in the deep South, in 1948, prior to
the civil rights movement. A rich, sharp-
tongued Jewish widow has her driving
privileges taken away by her son after
she demolishes another car. He hires
Hoke, a thoughtful black man to be her
chauffeur. Over a span of twenty five
years, despite their differences, the two
grow to be close friends and realize they
have more in common than they ever
believed possible.
Feb 7-23, 2020
A super macho business
executive suddenly
has problems in the
bedroom. He recruits
his wife into solving
the problem through
“Live Your Fantasy” sex
therapy. The result is
a comedy of fantasies
gone wrong, taboos
colliding with hidden
yearnings, and sex-role
switches run amok.
Mar 12-29, 2020
This Neil Simon classic delightfully recalls
the last time the Hines family gathered in
the summer of 1953 in the Poconos. Burt
Hines is convalescing from a second heart
attack and eagerly awaits the arrival of
the ex-wife he still loves. Daughter Josie
has just broken her engagement. Clemma,
the black housekeeper at the center of
the action casts an astute eye on the
complications while faced with her own
unresolved past.
Apr 16-26, 2020
Two difficult single people, Phyllis
and Bradley, get their luggage
mixed up at the airport. After a
disagreeable first encounter, they
form a friendship that eventually
leads to the two discovering they
are perfect for each other.
May 15-24, 2020
Four garden-club ladies meet a
young girl who has come to their
little Texas town to marry an
infantryman before he ships off for
World War II. The women impulsively
decide to throw the girl an elaborate
wedding, and their lives and
friendships are thrown into turmoil
as they race to accomplish the
nuptials in one frenzied afternoon.
During his 90-minute
performance,
Bill Gladwell will
seemingly pull
thoughts directly from
your mind, predict
what you’ll say before
it comes out of your
mouth, and read you
7:30pm and 2pm Tickets $22 like an open book.
Visit charlotteplayers.org for scheduled dates and tickets
SPECIAL
EVENTS
Nov 20, 2019
7:30pm Tickets $22
Enjoy songs by the great folk artists of our
generation: John Denver, Peter, Paul and
Mary, The Kingston Trio, Judy Collins, and
many more. The Peace River Trio: John Welsh,
Marsha Carpenter, and Dave Heveron, present
an entertaining show of music made popular
in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s as well as a “little bit
of country and a little bit of rock-n-roll.”
Dec 5, 6, 7, 8, 2019
7:30pm & 2pm Tickets $25
There are warm holiday musical memories
for everyone in this production of live music
and stage entertainment. Music ranges from
early medieval and renaissance to Victorian
and contemporary, plus some humorous and
interesting stories about how the music was
inspired in each era. Some songs will feature
accompaniment by period instruments and piano.
Dec 31, 2019 6:30pm & 9pm Come ring in the New Year with
some of Charlotte County’s
talented singers as they present a
90 minute concert style program.
Accompanied by Music Director/
Pianist Ken Crisp and a drummer,
this concert has something
for everyone... something old,
something new, something
Tickets $25 country, something pop,
something Broadway and more!
SPECIAL Charlotte Performing Arts Center
701 Carmalita St
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
EVENTS 7:30pm Individual ticket prices shown
Jan 30, 2020
Tickets $44 / $49
Debbie Taylor and her eight member
“Top of the World” band play the
Carpenters hit songs such as A Song
For You, Superstar, Top of the World and
Yesterday Once More. The show performs
arrangements from the Carpenters
songbook with layered harmonies
combined with musicians who showcase
their creativity on the drums, guitar,
saxophone, trumpet, flute, and many
other instruments.
Feb 3 & 4, 2020
Tickets $32 / $37
Back by popular demand, the
Edwards Twins, direct from Las Vegas!
Remember all the wonderful variety
shows we all grew up on in the 70’s
& 80’s? Now is your chance to see
them live and re-created by Las Vegas’
number one impersonators of all time.
All your favorite legendary Superstars
come alive in an evening with “The
Stars.” The NBC Today show says “it’s
one of the most extraordinary shows
we have ever seen.” Sonny & Cher,
Billy Joel, Neil Diamond, Bette Midler,
Barbra Streisand, Andrea Bocelli, Tom
Jones, and many more. All live vocals.
Feb 25, 2020
Tickets $29 / $34
Martin Preston re-creates
the magic of Liberace in
a spectacular full-length
show, complete with crystal
candelabra, rhinestone-
studded grand piano, and the
flamboyance and excitement
of Las Vegas’ greatest musical
showman. A classically trained
pianist, Martin will astound
you with marvelous musical
memories. All performed live.
Mar 5, 2020
Tickets $29 / $34
Between renditions of such
classics as That Old Black
Magic, The Days of Wine and
Roses, Satin Doll and When
October Goes, Kitt and the
Mike Moran Quintet will look
at Mercer’s personal life and
how it impacted the songs
he wrote.
We add shows
and special Charlotte Players Inc
events often, so
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in the know!
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Mar 10, 2020
Tickets $44 / $49
Let’s Hang On! is a
group of 10 seasoned
entertainers who will
take you on a musical
journey through the
career of one of the
most successful bands
of all time “Frankie Valli
and The Four Seasons.”
Paying tribute to all
the classics, Let’s Hang
On! also pays tribute to
the Broadway show, The Jersey Boys. Capturing trademark vocal virtuosity,
tight harmonies, and crisp choreography, this full-blown stage show includes
“Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Walk Like a Man,” “December ’63,” and many
more mega hits of the ’60s.
Mar 19, 2020 Late Nite Catechism returns with
Denise Fennell in Sister’s Easter
Tickets $37 / $42 Catechism. Celebrate the Easter
season with Sister as she answers
time worn questions like “Why isn’t
Easter the same day every year?”
and “Will my bunny go to heaven?”
Part pageant and wHOLY hysterical,
this latest Late Nite Catechism
show unearths the origins of
Easter bunnies, Easter eggs, Easter
bonnets, Easter baskets, and of
course those yummy Easter Peeps.
Sister answers questions about pet
heaven and those adorable baby
chicks! Classroom participation is
a must, so don’t forget to wear your
Easter bonnet and join Sister for this
seasonal treat!
Charlotte Performing Arts Center
701 Carmalita St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Friday, Sept 13, 2019
6:00pm Tickets $85 / Show Only $30
Don’t miss our 7th annual
Comedy For A Cause.
It’s the funniest,
fundraiser around.
Enjoy a delicious dinner while local
business celebs entertain with side-
splitting improvisational antics. The Silent
Auction, prize drawings, and character photo
spots will round out your evening.
Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center
75 Taylor St, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
December 3, 2019
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Charlotte Players reserves the right to substitute alternate shows and to change dates and times based
on availability. Absolutely NO Refunds or Credits. Exchanges must be made 48 hours prior to curtain.
Preferred Seating
To assure seating preferences, subscription renewals must be received by May 31, 2019.
Patrons wishing to be seated together must send the orders in the same envelope.
Tickets mailed Sept. 2019.
Single ticket sales will be open to the public starting on Monday, June 3rd, 2019.
Visit our website at charlotteplayers.org or call 941-255-1022 for more information!SUBSCRIPTION FORM q Renewal q New
PLAYERS Series Packages Series C: Pick Four Langdon Shows-
Series A: All Eight Shows Series D: Three Langdon Special Events
Series B: Flex* (All Eight Shows) Series E: Six CPAC Special Events
*Flex Ticket vouchers will be sent for you to redeem at our box office for the date of your choice. Vouchers must be
redeemed prior to opening night of each production in order to insure adequate seating for your chosen performance.
Seating is Reserved for All Shows • Box Office: 1182 Market Cir • Port Charlotte, FL • 941-255-1022
QTY PRICE AMOUNT Please Circle Preferred Performance
SERIES PACKAGES
LANGDON Evening: 7:30 pm
_____ Series A $160 $________ Saturday: 2:00 pm • Sunday: 2:00 pm
_____ Series B $164 $________ Don’t Dress For Dinner
_____ Series C $ 84 $________ Sept. 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
_____ Series D $ 66 $________ TBA Comedy
_____ Series E $198 / $225 $________ Oct. 11, 12, 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
Jack of Diamonds
LANGDON SPECIAL EVENTS Nov. 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17
_____ Peace River Trio $22 $________ Driving Miss Daisy Jan. 8, 9, 10,
_____ Christmas Through Ages $25 $________ 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 18, 19, 19
_____ New Years Eve $25 $________ My Husband’s Wild Desires
CPAC SPECIAL EVENTS (Preferred seating cost in bold) Feb. 7, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19,
20, 21, 22, 22, 23, 23
_____ Top of the World $44 $49 $________
Proposals Mar. 12, 13, 14, 15, 18,
_____ Edwards Twins $32 $37 $________
19, 20, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, 28 29
_____ Preston as Liberace! $29 $34 $________
Baggage Apr. 16, 17, 18, 19, 22,
_____ Kitt Moran $29 $34 $________ 23, 24, 25, 25, 26, 26
_____ Let’s Hang On $44 $49 $________ Wedding Belle’s
_____ Easter Catechism $37 $42 $________ May 15, 16, 17, 21, 22, 23, 24
DINNER SHOW
_____ Comedy For A Cause $85 $________ LANGDON SPECIAL EVENTS
_____ (Show Only) $30 $________ Evening: 7:30 pm (or as noted)
Peace River Trio Nov. 20
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$3.00 Shipping & Handling..... $________ Christmas Thru Ages Dec. 5, 6, 7
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP Dec. 8 2:00 pm
Individual $25 $_________ New Years Eve Dec. 31 6:30pm or 9pm
Family $35 $_________
Business $75 $_________ CPAC SPECIAL EVENTS
Please add my tax-deductible Top of the World - Carpenters Jan. 30
contribution to Charlotte Players............ $________ Edwards Twins Feb. 3 & 4
.GRAND TOTAL......................... $________ Liberace! Feb. 25
Kitt Moran Mar. 5
Please mail your check with this form to: Charlotte Players Inc Let’s Hang On - The Jersey Boys Mar. 10
P.O. Box 494088 • Port Charlotte, FL 33949-4088 Sisters Easter Catechism Mar. 19
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P.O. Box 494088
Port Charlotte, FL 33949-4088
Our Box Office:
1182 Market Circle
Port Charlotte, FL 33953
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