Published Monday November 1st, 2004
DooWopDaze
DooWop Daze opens at the WestEnd on November 4th. Come join Melanie Marshall, Elizabeth Bouton, Karl Schott, Chris Peduzzi, Stephan Husey, Joy Moore, Anne Marie O`Reilly & Mike Walker. Doo Wop basically evolved from a merging of pop, gospel, blues, jazz and swing elements in the late 1940`s and early 50`s. Doo Wop music is, innocent, joyous, romantic and almost spiritual.
Music, Magic & Masks, An Evening For Our Patrons
The WestEnd hosted an evening of masks and gift baskets, music and food, magic and wine celebrating our second birthday. Open to all our patrons, this evening showcased The WestEnd`s finest performers, Chef Anton`s incredible slight-of-hand magic, mystery guests, a silent auction, as well as, an auctioneer for fabolous prizes; a vacation get-a-way, spending spree and much more. We enjoyed a wonderful meal and a great evening.
What`s Afoot Closes As A Rousing Success
Funny! Delightful musical spoof served as a perfect show for Dinner Theater. The ensemble of Agatha Christie`s stock characters arrive at the retreat of Lord Dudley Rancour for an exciting evening only to discover that no one is going home!
Ten people are stranded in an isolated English country estate during a raging thunderstorm. One by one they are picked off by cleverly fiendish devices. The bodies begin to pile up in the library as the survivors frantically race to discover the identity and motivation of the cunning culprit. This technically demanding show was fun to bring to you and your expression of satisfaction warmed our hearts!
The Sister Sold Out - Late Night Catechism II
With the blessings of the archdiocese, Sister assembled overhead projectors, mimeographed handouts, felt banners, historical facts and hysterical insights as she conducted her class into convulsions of laughter. Over 130 of our guests had a riotous evening of laughs. Many of us learned how to say, `Yes, Mother Superior`.
Picking up where she left off in Late Nite Catechism, Sister began with a confession about the goal of every nun - to get herself into heaven first and then bring along as many of the faithful as possible, thereby securing her own wings and possibly the salvation of countless others.
Now it is up to Sister to save the souls of those assembled - also known as the audience! Beginning with an overview of heaven and hell as a Catholic version of Chutes and Ladders, and moving onto her proclamation of new sins for the new millennium, Sister is never hesitant to tell us where we`ve gone wrong. (Needless to say, excessive tattooing and piercing are right up there with pornographic websites.)
Help The Less Fortunate - Toys For Laughs On November 17th
Our second production where all toys and proceeds form the performance goes to local charities. Doors open at 7:45, show begins at 8:00, Please bring a $10 toy or $15/person at the door. There will be great raffle prizes and its all for a good cause. Reservations are requested due to the popularity of the shows.Call the theater at 562-596-6892 to reserve your spot now!
November and December AreBusy Months!
Two Men And A Piano Saturday December 4th & Sunday the 5th, 2004 - Rob Woyshner and Tom Macfarlane will have a great time on their Kawaii Piano brought in special for this engagement. Saturday Dec. 4 Doors open at 7 Dessert and Show at 8 Cost is $25 per person
Comedians Stand-Up For Improv Friday December 17th, 2004 - Vic Dunlop returns with hs troupe of comedians who standup for Improv. The show is a combination of improv and comedy routines. Audiences who were treated to the June 2004 show willl certainly want to return!
Latkas & Laughs Wednesday December 8th, 2004 - From The Jewish Food Guide Latkes: A pancake-like structure not to be confused with anything the House of Pancakes would put out. In a latka, the oil is in the pancake. It is made with potatoes, onions, eggs and matzo meal. Latkas can be eaten with apple sauce but NEVER with maple syrup. There is a rumor that in the time of the Maccabees they lit a latka by mistake and it burned for eight days. What is certain is you will have heart burn for the same amount of time.
Christmas Doo Wop With The Alley Cats Saturday December 18th, 2004 - The Alley Cats return for a fun filled Christmas Woo Wop dinner. Doors open at 6:15, seating until 7:00. Show at 8:00. Dinner is served, get your reservations early. By bringing their own contemporary style to tunes from the 1950s and 60s, THE ALLEY CATS appeal to fans of all ages, breathing new life into everyone`s favorite doo-wop classics. The four members of THE ALLEY CATS are a perfect blend both vocally and personally. More than a decade after they began, Royce Reynolds, whose solid bass vocals create the Cats` musical foundation, and Mando Fonseca, the second tenor always ready with a pun or quick quip, have the ease of familiarity which make their camaraderie and vocal play radiate from the stage.
Still A Few Days Open - Does you group need a Christmas Season place to meet? Call us at (562) 596-6892 for questions regarding special events