2001season

When Elwood P. Dowd starts to introduce his imaginary friend Harvey, a six-and-a-half foot rabbit, to guests at a dinner party, his sister Veta has seen as much of his eccentric behavior as she can tolerate. This funny and touching play was made into a movie starring Jimmy Stewart as Elwood and Harvey, well, as himself. This is a great show to start off the 2001 MainStreet Theatre season!

Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc.

Over the River

and Through the Woods

by Joe Di Pietro

Directed by Pat Jurek

April 20, 21, 22

27, 28, 29

Another success!

317 people attended the production.

Nick spends every Sunday with both sets of his Italian-born grandparents. When Nick announces that his is being transferred across the country, his grandparents conspire to give him a reason to stay. Over the River is a wonderfully affirming play about family, but it's mostly just funny--Very Funny!

Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc.

Alice in

Wonderland

by Charlotte Chorpenning

Directed by Jody Weaver

Annual Children's Production

May 26, 27, 31

June 1, 2, 3

This show was wonderful!

The talent of the kids and the inspiration of the director made an experience that about 900 attendees will remember for a long time.

Based on the story by Lewis Carroll, this story has been adapted for young audiences for a performance by a cast of children and youth. Chasing the White Rabbit, Alice tumbles down the rabbit hole into Wonderland. She meets all its famous residents: the Mad Hatter, the March Hare and all the others. This children's production is sure to please youngsters of all ages!

Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc.

Bull in a

China Shop

by C. B. Gilford

Directed by Jennifer Bednorz

July 27, 28, 29

August 3, 4, 5

Grand evenings of entertainment-

310 people attended this show.

A mystery-comedy that involves a houseful of sweet little old ladies that discover that they live across the street from a handsome bachelor who is none other than Homicide Detective Dennis O'Finn. They try everything but finally decide the only way they can get his attention is by committing a murder, with a genteel cup of tea as the weapon. This madcap comedy has a twist in the end, it'll enchant you and keep you guessing - guaranteed!

Produced by special arrangement with Bakers Plays, Inc.

The Odd Couple

by Neil Simon

Directed by Ken Barnes

October 26, 27, 28

November 2, 3, 4

Grand evenings of hilarity!

About 315 people attended this show.

This renowned comedy by famous playwright Neil Simon involves two best friends that move in together after divorce. Felix (the neat-nik) and Oscar (the slob) clash from day one but they'll have you rolling in the aisles before the play is over. This hilarious romp first appeared on New York's Broadway, was then made into a movie with Jack Lemmon and Walter Matthau and finally a TV series with Tony Randall and Jack Klugman. Go see this one!

Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc.

Driving Miss Daisy

by Alfred Uhry

Directed by Pat Jurek

Dec. 13, 14, 15, 16

Thursday, Friday and Saturday showtimes: 8 p.m.

Sunday showtime: 2 p.m.

It's sure to be a real crowd-pleaser!

2001 Season

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