Xena Posted November 8, 2013 Report Share Posted November 8, 2013 Went to the preview night Thursday of "The Heiress" at Lakeside Little Theatre and can not remember the last time I so enjoyed a community theater performance. It was a delight from beginning to end. It was also the first time I had seen a set receive applause. When the curtain opened to the empty set, there was a collective gasp and spontaneous applause. During intermission I spoke with one of the set designers, Beth Cathcart, and learned that this is the first time she had designed a stage set—along with Alex Pinkerton. I overheard one audience member say it was the best little theatre set he had ever seen. I would not argue. Kudos to all those who did the work of bringing the set from design to reality through the hard work of building, painting and gathering of materials, furnishings and props. Outstanding! The cast members were also remarkable. In many productions there are standouts and those who are adequate and then those who barely fill a role. Each of the nine members of this cast was excellent in his or her part and the preview performance was flawless. I hope this play will be well supported and appreciated by the community. The exceptional array of talent in all areas from start to finish deserves to be sold out at every performance. Do yourself a favor and get your tickets now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seren Posted November 8, 2013 Report Share Posted November 8, 2013 "Spectacular" is the word for it. A period piece, set in 1850's New York, gives the opportunity for a lush set and costumes and then there's the story: a romance, a melodrama, a heart tugger which offers ample opportunity for discussion after the show as well. I think this show has everything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCC Posted November 9, 2013 Report Share Posted November 9, 2013 Agreed! Fabulous costumes, the story was gripping and that set! Loved it, best show in years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpychimp Posted November 9, 2013 Report Share Posted November 9, 2013 I agree that this is one of the best shows ever. The set is amazing, the costumes fabulous, and the cast are excellent in their parts. Truly it is well worth seeing and will make for a great evening of entertainment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
downsizing_artist Posted November 9, 2013 Report Share Posted November 9, 2013 Jayme Littlejohn, Tony Wilshere, Diana Rowland and Ken Yakiwchuk were amazing, even the actors in the smaller roles, like the maid were very convincing. I was carried away, if you love Downton Abbey you will love this. See it at LLT? Only on this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carmelbaloney Posted November 10, 2013 Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 I went last night and it was "Spectacular". The set is very luxurious and the costumes are out of the park fantastic. Think of ladies dressed in pouffy expensive dresses, men dressed in waist coats, top hats and gloves. I couldn't wait to see what the next costume change would bring. And the acting is absolutely top notch. I was transported to a gentler time. The ending shockd me and made for some very interesting conversation after the show. Grab some friends and go, you will not be dissappointed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thevalerieleigh Posted November 10, 2013 Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 Me too! I thoroughly enjoyed the performance Opening Night. Spectacular! Valerie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Serenity6 Posted November 10, 2013 Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 Are performances still to continue or have I missed it? Sounds wonderful and want to go if they are still performing The Heiress. If so, anyone know the performance times? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gimpychimp Posted November 10, 2013 Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 The show runs from Fri Nov 8 through Sun Nov 17. Monday night is dark. Sundays are matinees only at 3pm with the box office open at 2pm. Otherwise it runs every evening at 7:30pm with the box office open at 6:30pm. Box office is not open Sunday morning but otherwise it is open 10am to noon each day for the run of the show or until all seats are sold out. If you can't make it to the box office easily then call the answering machine at the theatre and leave your name, phone number, and tell them how many seats you want and on which date and they can hold them for you. Be sure to speak clearly. ( People often don't! ) You then can come and pay for your tickets and pick them up when the box office opens one hour before the show. Seats are available on all dates at the moment. The box office number is 766-0954. Its a wonderful show!! It recently finished another run on Broadway and was made into an Academy Award winning movie many years ago. http://www.theheiressonbroadway.com/about/about/ Don't miss it if you enjoy live theatre. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loumorel Posted November 10, 2013 Report Share Posted November 10, 2013 Ditto to all the above. Went last night (Saturday) and was surprised to see there were quite a few empty seats! So I assume there must be tickets available for other performances. Everyone there loved it. Don't miss it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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