It has been said “No amount of movie magic can replicate the experience of watching Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs live on stage.”…but wait!!Now take that enchanting play and its journey into a storybook world and add a solid dose of comic plot twists and turns to keep us all guessing and place your tongue firmly in your cheek, season the characters with a dash more humor and you have Greg Palmer‘s:
On Stage from the Providence Players and The Young Hearts
December 11th – 20th for 9 Performances including 4 Matinees
The Dwarf family demonstrates that real beauty is in caring for each other.
This family friendly romp captures the warmth of the classic and adds much more. The Dwarfs are a family of three sisters and four brothers whose last name happens to be Dwarf. Snow’s arrival is a surprise, but quickly the family jumps to her aid. As the Queen obsesses over physical beauty and the Prince searches for the perfect bride, the Dwarf family demonstrates that real beauty is in caring for each other. A heart-warming tale, and perfect for audiences of all ages.
Blake Gouhari as The Prince
Performance Dates and Times
Thurs., Fri., and Saturday 7:30 p.m., December 11, 12, 17, 18, & 19
Rachel Yeager returns to the Providence Players stage as Snow White
Charlene Sloan is the evil (and very funny) QueenMirror mirror on the wall….Christian Faulkner in rehearsal for PPF’s production of Snow White and the Family Dwarf opening December 11th in Falls Church
Great Theater for a Great Cause!
Amanda Ranowsky as Jean Louise Dwarf in rehearsal for The Providencen Players family holiday production of “Snow White and the Family Dwarf”
Co-Produced by Providence Players and The Young Hearts
This special production of a holiday treat will benefit the work of The Young Hearts, a group of amazing teens who raise funds to battle blood cancers and other diseases. Half of all net proceeds from this production will be donated to Young Hearts Foundation in pursuit of their important mission. For the past three years, over $24,000 was generated to support this important cause, and PPF hopes to increase its support in 2015.
Just $17 for General Admission Seating – Half of all net proceeds from this production will be donated to Young Hearts Foundation
The Family Dwarf (L to R): Bobby Welsh, Amanda Ranowsky, Eric Volat, Hazel Thurston, David Whitehead, Danine Welsh and Stephen Kutzleb in rehearsal for the Providence Players Production of “Snow White and the Family Dwarf”
At the James Lee Community Center Theater
2855 Annandale Rd Falls Church Virginia 22042
For questions about purchasing tickets or your ticket order, please e-mail providenceplayerstickets@cox.net or leave a voicemail at 703-425-6782
Directed for the Providence Players by Beth Whitehead
Providence Players closed our production of Tim Firth’s Calendar Girls, directed by Michael Donahue, this past Saturday night. We had a sell out on Friday and a huge, wonderful, audience on Saturday and the play, by all measures, was a resounding success. More than 1,100 people came to the show (some twice) and the audience feedback throughout the run was fabulous. The show garnered a five star rating from DCMetroTheaterarts.com but more importantly, you, our audience really responded well to the show. We received such wonderful comments via email, on Facebook and in the theater. That always thrills us! Calendar Girlsas our lead production this year, also helped spur a significant increase in our season tickets sales as well.
The cast and crew of Calendar Girls as well as the Providence Players Board of Directors, would like to thank you, our audience, for your patronage and support and for making the show a great success and such fun to do!
Enjoy some images from the show below and please plan on seeing our next production, Snow White and the Family Dwarf by Greg Palmer and directed by Beth Whitehead. It is a wonderful and funny twist on the classic fairy tale and a show that will appeal to audiences of all ages. And, Half of all net proceeds from the production will be donated to Young Hearts Foundation that strives to improve the lives of young people affected by long-term illness. For the past three years, over $24,000 was generated to support this important cause, and PPF hopes to increase its support in 2015. Again, thank you and continue to join us!TICKETS ON SALE NOW
Photos by Chip Gertzog, Providence Players
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Susan Garvey as AnnieJayne L Victor as ChrisJoanna Snitzer as CoraGayle Nichols-Grimes as JessieBarbara Gertzog as CeliaMichelle Fletcher as RuthAnne Lloyd as MarieBob Cohen as JohnBob Thompson as Rod…”Mr. October”Andra Whitt as Brenda Hulse…the broccoli the ladyAngela Cannon as Lady CravenshireSmitty Chai as Lawrence
Smitty Chai as LiamDiana Conn as Elaine
Join us for Snow White and the Family Dwarf beginning December 11th!
Friday night’s performance of Providence Players Calendar Girlssold out! As of 8 AM, only 60 tickets remain for our final performance. Purchase online to be sure seating is available. “Watching and enjoying Calendar Girls, I felt as if I were observing a group of best friends, and it was a thrill to watch it all unfold. [Author Tim] Firth’s script is witty and showcases an inspirational story..”
At The James Lee Community Center Theater – 2855 Annandale Rd, Falls Church
“Calendar Girls” Final Week – Just Three Performances Remain – L to R Gayle Grimes, Jayne Victor, Susan Garvey. Michelle Fletcher, Joanna Snittzer and Barbara Gertzog
“Watching and enjoying Calendar Girls, I felt as if I were observing a group of best friends..”
“Watching and enjoying Calendar Girls, I felt as if I were observing a group of best friends, and it was a thrill to watch it all unfold. [Author Tim] Firth’s script is witty and showcases an inspirational story, which [Director Michael] Donahue successfully brought to life. Funny and moving, Providence Players of Fairfax’s heartfelt Calendar Girlswill make for a night to remember in the theater.” – Lauren Katz, DcMetroTheaterArts
Courage for the CalendarSmitty Chai Pitches the Concept
Audiences Have Loved The Show – A Few Comments:
Andra Whitt (Center) can even get laughs discussing broccoli.
“What a fun fantastic show! We loved it!!” – “We saw this show on Saturday. Highly recommend it!!” – “Dad and I thoroughly enjoyed the show!!! Awesome job!”
“We enjoyed this production so very much! We went yesterday afternoon and sat with a very appreciative audience. I think this was one of your best.”
Jayne Victor and Bob Thompson in Providence Players “Calendar Girls”
“Attended your performance of “Calendar Girl” last night (9 Oct) and just want you to know what a delightful play. The actors did such a superb job. I fully enjoyed the whole evening.”
“A wonderful play. We thoroughly enjoyed it last week!!”
Susan Garvey as Annie and Jayne Victor as Chris
In this delightful comedy, based on the award winning, hit British film starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters, Annie and her best friend Chris persuade their women friends of a “certain age” to pose for an alternative calendar to raise money for leukemia research. The calendar’s success attracts hordes of media, much fame and fortune but strains the friendships. Calendar Girls is a funny, uplifting, story of friendship, ingenuity and triumph. This cheeky international hit, based on the true story of 11 women who went “the Full Monty” for charity, now comes to the Providence Players stage at the James Lee Community Center Theater.
Join us for our 18th season, a season of funny, witty, heartwarming, romantic and uplifting plays with some hilarity added for good measure! Become a season ticket holder for significant savings off the single show ticket price. Season tickets are convenient and flexible. Choose which performance from any of 10 performances, including two Sunday matinees, two Thursday evenings and six Friday and Saturday evenings for each production, you wish to attend. Choose early for the best seat selection or choose when you know when you want to go. Need to make a change in ticket dates? No problem, we will be glad to make the change for you. Holiday show tickets (for “Snow White and the Family Dwarf” a classic with enough comic plot twists and turns to keep us all guessing) are available as an additional item. The season runs from October 2, 2015 to June 18, 2016.
Calendar Girls, by Tim Firth
Directed By Michael Donahue
In this delightful comedy, Annie and her best friend Chris belong to the Women’s institute – a do-good organization in the heart of Yorkshire. When a member’s husband dies of leukemia, the best friends resolve to raise funds, but donations are tight. They persuade fellow Institute members to pose for an “alternative” calendar that attracts media, fame and funds. Based on a true story, Calendar Girls is an uplifting, feel-good story of friendship, ingenuity and triumph. Later made into a popular film, Calendar Girls received the British Comedy Award for Best Comedy and several Golden Globe nominations.
Performance Dates and Times
Thurs., Fri., and Saturday 7:30 p.m., October 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16 & 17
Sunday Matinees 2:00 p.m., October 4 & 11
Snow White and the Family Dwarf, by Greg Palmer
Directed by Beth Gilles-Whitehead
The familiar story of Snow White but with enough comic plot twists and turns to keep us all guessing. The Dwarfs are a family of three sisters and four brothers whose last name happens to be Dwarf. Snow’s arrival is a surprise, but quickly the family jumps to her aid. As the Queen obsesses over physical beauty and the Prince searches for the perfect bride, the Dwarf family demonstrates that real beauty is in caring for each other. A heart-warming tale, and perfect for audiences of all ages.
Performance Dates and Times
Thurs., Fri., and Saturday 7:30 p.m., December 11, 12, 17, 18, & 19
Welcome to Almost, Maine. A town so far north it’s almost in Canada. Well, almost. One cold, clear Friday night in the middle of winter, while the northern lights hover in the sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in the strangest ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. Love is lost, found, and confounded. And life for the people of Almost, Maine will never be the same. Witty, romantic and clever: a real crowd-pleaser.
Performance Dates and Times
Thurs., Fri., and Saturday 7:30 p.m., April 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 & 16
Sunday Matinees 2:00 p.m., April 3 & 10
Red Herring, by Michael Hollinger
Directed by Beth Hughes-Brown
Three love stories, a murder mystery, and a nuclear espionage plot converge in this noir comedy about marriage and other explosive devices. It’s 1952: America’s on the verge of the H-bomb, Dwight Eisenhower’s on the campaign trail, and I Love Lucy’s on Monday nights. Meanwhile, Senator Joe McCarthy’s daughter just got engaged to a soviet spy, and a Boston detective has to find out who dumped the dead guy in the Harbor. Love, laughter and espionage – the perfect evening out!
Performance Dates and Times
Thurs., Fri., and Saturday 7:30 p.m., June 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18
Sunday Matinees 2:00 p.m., June 5 & 12
All 2015-2016 Productions will be Performed at
The James Lee Community Center Theater
2855 Annandale Rd Falls Church VA
Season Ticket Cost: Adult-$53 Seniors (62+)/Students (with valid ID-$40
12-22% Savings For Three Shows – Flexible and Convenient Seat Reservations
Add Holiday Show Tickets for $17 each General Admission
“Watching and enjoying Calendar Girls, I felt as if I were observing a group of best friends, and it was a thrill to watch it all unfold. [Author Tim] Firth’s script is witty and showcases an inspirational story..”
“Calendar Girls” Final Week – Just Three Performances Remain – L to R Gayle Grimes, Jayne Victor, Susan Garvey. Michelle Fletcher, Joanna Snittzer and Barbara Gertzog
“Watching and enjoying Calendar Girls, I felt as if I were observing a group of best friends..”
“Watching and enjoying Calendar Girls, I felt as if I were observing a group of best friends, and it was a thrill to watch it all unfold. [Author Tim] Firth’s script is witty and showcases an inspirational story, which [Director Michael] Donahue successfully brought to life. Funny and moving, Providence Players of Fairfax’s heartfelt Calendar Girlswill make for a night to remember in the theater.” – Lauren Katz, DcMetroTheaterArts
Courage for the CalendarSmitty Chai Pitches the Concept
Audiences Have Loved The Show – A Few Comments:
Andra Whitt (Center) can even get laughs discussing broccoli.
“What a fun fantastic show! We loved it!!” – “We saw this show on Saturday. Highly recommend it!!” – “Dad and I thoroughly enjoyed the show!!! Awesome job!”
“We enjoyed this production so very much! We went yesterday afternoon and sat with a very appreciative audience. I think this was one of your best.”
Jayne Victor and Bob Thompson in Providence Players “Calendar Girls”
“Attended your performance of “Calendar Girl” last night (9 Oct) and just want you to know what a delightful play. The actors did such a superb job. I fully enjoyed the whole evening.”
“A wonderful play. We thoroughly enjoyed it last week!!”
Susan Garvey as Annie and Jayne Victor as Chris
In this delightful comedy, based on the award winning, hit British film starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters, Annie and her best friend Chris persuade their women friends of a “certain age” to pose for an alternative calendar to raise money for leukemia research. The calendar’s success attracts hordes of media, much fame and fortune but strains the friendships. Calendar Girls is a funny, uplifting, story of friendship, ingenuity and triumph. This cheeky international hit, based on the true story of 11 women who went “the Full Monty” for charity, now comes to the Providence Players stage at the James Lee Community Center Theater.
With humor and grace, PPF has mounted an elegantly staged version of the hit British comedy “Calendar Girls” – Funny, touching and beautifully performed by an outstanding cast.
“Calendar Girls” Final Week – Just Three Performances Remain – L to R Gayle Grimes, Jayne Victor, Susan Garvey. Michelle Fletcher, Joanna Snittzer and Barbara Gertzog
“Watching and enjoying Calendar Girls, I felt as if I were observing a group of best friends..”
“Watching and enjoying Calendar Girls, I felt as if I were observing a group of best friends, and it was a thrill to watch it all unfold. [Author Tim] Firth’s script is witty and showcases an inspirational story, which [Director Michael] Donahue successfully brought to life. Funny and moving, Providence Players of Fairfax’s heartfelt Calendar Girlswill make for a night to remember in the theater.” – Lauren Katz, DcMetroTheaterArts
Courage for the CalendarSmitty Chai Pitches the Concept
Audiences Have Loved The Show – A Few Comments:
Andra Whitt (Center) can even get laughs discussing broccoli.
“What a fun fantastic show! We loved it!!” – “We saw this show on Saturday. Highly recommend it!!” – “Dad and I thoroughly enjoyed the show!!! Awesome job!”
“We enjoyed this production so very much! We went yesterday afternoon and sat with a very appreciative audience. I think this was one of your best.”
Jayne Victor and Bob Thompson in Providence Players “Calendar Girls”
“Attended your performance of “Calendar Girl” last night (9 Oct) and just want you to know what a delightful play. The actors did such a superb job. I fully enjoyed the whole evening.”
“A wonderful play. We thoroughly enjoyed it last week!!”
Susan Garvey as Annie and Jayne Victor as Chris
In this delightful comedy, based on the award winning, hit British film starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters, Annie and her best friend Chris persuade their women friends of a “certain age” to pose for an alternative calendar to raise money for leukemia research. The calendar’s success attracts hordes of media, much fame and fortune but strains the friendships. Calendar Girls is a funny, uplifting, story of friendship, ingenuity and triumph. This cheeky international hit, based on the true story of 11 women who went “the Full Monty” for charity, now comes to the Providence Players stage at the James Lee Community Center Theater.
Join us for our 18th season, a season of funny, witty, heartwarming, romantic and uplifting plays with some hilarity added for good measure! Become a season ticket holder for significant savings off the single show ticket price. Season tickets are convenient and flexible. Choose which performance from any of 10 performances, including two Sunday matinees, two Thursday evenings and six Friday and Saturday evenings for each production, you wish to attend. Choose early for the best seat selection or choose when you know when you want to go. Need to make a change in ticket dates? No problem, we will be glad to make the change for you. Holiday show tickets (for “Snow White and the Family Dwarf” a classic with enough comic plot twists and turns to keep us all guessing) are available as an additional item. The season runs from October 2, 2015 to June 18, 2016.
Calendar Girls, by Tim Firth
Directed By Michael Donahue
In this delightful comedy, Annie and her best friend Chris belong to the Women’s institute – a do-good organization in the heart of Yorkshire. When a member’s husband dies of leukemia, the best friends resolve to raise funds, but donations are tight. They persuade fellow Institute members to pose for an “alternative” calendar that attracts media, fame and funds. Based on a true story, Calendar Girls is an uplifting, feel-good story of friendship, ingenuity and triumph. Later made into a popular film, Calendar Girls received the British Comedy Award for Best Comedy and several Golden Globe nominations.
Remaining Performance Dates and Times
Thurs., Fri., and Saturday 7:30 p.m., October 15, 16 & 17
Snow White and the Family Dwarf, by Greg Palmer
Directed by Beth Gilles-Whitehead
The familiar story of Snow White but with enough comic plot twists and turns to keep us all guessing. The Dwarfs are a family of three sisters and four brothers whose last name happens to be Dwarf. Snow’s arrival is a surprise, but quickly the family jumps to her aid. As the Queen obsesses over physical beauty and the Prince searches for the perfect bride, the Dwarf family demonstrates that real beauty is in caring for each other. A heart-warming tale, and perfect for audiences of all ages.
Performance Dates and Times
Thurs., Fri., and Saturday 7:30 p.m., December 11, 12, 17, 18, & 19
Welcome to Almost, Maine. A town so far north it’s almost in Canada. Well, almost. One cold, clear Friday night in the middle of winter, while the northern lights hover in the sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in the strangest ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. Love is lost, found, and confounded. And life for the people of Almost, Maine will never be the same. Witty, romantic and clever: a real crowd-pleaser.
Performance Dates and Times
Thurs., Fri., and Saturday 7:30 p.m., April 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 & 16
Sunday Matinees 2:00 p.m., April 3 & 10
Red Herring, by Michael Hollinger
Directed by Beth Hughes-Brown
Three love stories, a murder mystery, and a nuclear espionage plot converge in this noir comedy about marriage and other explosive devices. It’s 1952: America’s on the verge of the H-bomb, Dwight Eisenhower’s on the campaign trail, and I Love Lucy’s on Monday nights. Meanwhile, Senator Joe McCarthy’s daughter just got engaged to a soviet spy, and a Boston detective has to find out who dumped the dead guy in the Harbor. Love, laughter and espionage – the perfect evening out!
Performance Dates and Times
Thurs., Fri., and Saturday 7:30 p.m., June 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 & 18
Sunday Matinees 2:00 p.m., June 5 & 12
All 2015-2016 Productions will be Performed at
The James Lee Community Center Theater
2855 Annandale Rd Falls Church VA
Season Ticket Cost: Adult-$53 Seniors (62+)/Students (with valid ID-$40
12-22% Savings For Three Shows – Flexible and Convenient Seat Reservations
Add Holiday Show Tickets for $17 each General Admission
With humor and grace, PPF has mounted an elegantly staged version of the hit British comedy “Calendar Girls” – Funny, touching and beautifully performed by an outstanding cast.
Providence Players’ Calendar Girls is an
Audience and Critical Hit!
“Watching and enjoying Calendar Girls, I felt as if I were observing a group of best friends, and it was a thrill to watch it all unfold. [Author Tim] Firth’s script is witty and showcases an inspirational story, which [Director Michael] Donahue successfully brought to life. Funny and moving, Providence Players of Fairfax’s heartfelt Calendar Girlswill make for a night to remember in the theater.” – Lauren Katz, DcMetroTheaterArts Read the Full Review Here
Opening Weekend Audiences Loved – A Few Comments:
“What a fun fantastic show! We loved it!!” “We saw this show on Saturday. Highly recommend it!!” “Dad and I thoroughly enjoyed the show!!! Awesome job!”
In this delightful comedy, based on the award winning, hit British film starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters, Annie and her best friend Chris persuade their women friends of a “certain age” to pose for an alternative calendar to raise money for leukemia research. The calendar’s success attracts hordes of media, much fame and fortune but strains the friendships. Calendar Girls is a funny, uplifting, story of friendship, ingenuity and triumph. This cheeky international hit, based on the true story of 11 women who went “the Full Monty” for charity, now comes to the Providence Players stage at the James Lee Community Center Theater.
Opening Weekend Audiences Loved – A Few of the Comments:
“What a fun fantastic show! We loved it!!” “We saw this show on Saturday. Highly recommend it!!” “Dad and I thoroughly enjoyed the show!!! Awesome job!”
Best seat selection available through online purchase but good seats will also be available at the door.
In this delightful comedy, based on the award winning, hit British film starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters, Annie and her best friend Chris persuade their women friends of a “certain age” to pose for an alternative calendar to raise money for leukemia research. The calendar’s success attracts hordes of media, much fame and fortune but strains the friendships. Calendar Girls is a funny, uplifting, story of friendship, ingenuity and triumph. This cheeky international hit, based on the true story of 11 women who went “the Full Monty” for charity, now comes to the Providence Players stage at the James Lee Community Center Theater.
With humor and grace, PPF has mounted an elegantly staged version of the hit British comedy “Calendar Girls” – Funny, touching and beautifully performed by an outstanding cast.
Providence Players’ Calendar Girls is an
Audience and Critical Hit!
“Watching and enjoying Calendar Girls, I felt as if I were observing a group of best friends, and it was a thrill to watch it all unfold. [Author Tim] Firth’s script is witty and showcases an inspirational story, which [Director Michael] Donahue successfully brought to life. Funny and moving, Providence Players of Fairfax’s heartfelt Calendar Girlswill make for a night to remember in the theater.” – Lauren Katz, DcMetroTheaterArts Read the Full Review Here
Opening Weekend Audiences Loved – A Few Comments:
“What a fun fantastic show! We loved it!!” “We saw this show on Saturday. Highly recommend it!!” “Dad and I thoroughly enjoyed the show!!! Awesome job!”
In this delightful comedy, based on the award winning, hit British film starring Helen Mirren and Julie Walters, Annie and her best friend Chris persuade their women friends of a “certain age” to pose for an alternative calendar to raise money for leukemia research. The calendar’s success attracts hordes of media, much fame and fortune but strains the friendships. Calendar Girls is a funny, uplifting, story of friendship, ingenuity and triumph. This cheeky international hit, based on the true story of 11 women who went “the Full Monty” for charity, now comes to the Providence Players stage at the James Lee Community Center Theater.
Calendar Girls – In this delightful comedy, Annie and her best friend Chris belong to the Women’s Institute – a do-good organization in the heart of Yorkshire. When a member’s husband dies of leukemia, the best friends resolve to raise funds, but donations are tight. They persuade fellow Institute members to pose for an “alternative” calendar that attracts media, fame and funds. Based on a true story, Calendar Girls is an uplifting, feel-good story of friendship, ingenuity and triumph. Also made into a popular film, Calendar Girls received the British Comedy Award for Best Comedy and several Golden Globe nominations.Not for Young Children – PG13
Nine Actors Make Their Providence Players Debut in “Calendar Girls”
Featuring an Outstanding Cast
Jayne Victor as Chris, Susan Garvey as Annie*, Gayle Grimes as Jessie, Michelle Fletcher as Ruth* Barbara Gertzog as Celia, Joanna Snitzer as Cora*, Anne LLoyd as Marie*, Angela Cannon as Lady Cravenshire* Bob Cohen as John*, Bob Thompson as Rod*, Diana Conn as Elaine*, SmittyChai as Lawrence/Liam* and Andra Whitt as Brenda Hulse
Susan Garvey and Bob Cohen Photo by Chip Gertzog Providence PlayersMichelle Fletcher, Diana Conn, and Gayle Grimes in Providence Players’ “Calendar Girls”
At The James Lee Community Center Theater – 2855 Annandale Rd, Falls Church
Evenings – Thurs, Fri, and Sat at 7:30 PM Oct 2,3,8,9,10,15,16,17
Sun Matinees 2:00 PM Oct 4, 11
Tickets Adults $20 Students and Seniors $17
Season Tickets – Your Best Value Adults-$53 Seniors/Students-$40
(12%-22% off single show price)
Great seats available all weekend. Best seat selection online. Join this outstanding cast of the Providence Players production of “Calendar Girls”
Single show and season tickets may also be ordered by emailing providenceplayerstickets@cox.net or by phoning our box office number at 703-425-6782 and leaving a message (we are an all volunteer organization and will return your call as soon as possible). Single show and season tickets will be on sale at the box office throughout the run of Calendar Girls. All our regular season shows are reserved seating. Tickets are generally available at the door BUT for your best seat selection, order online at the above link. The PPF Box Office opens 40 minutes before performances begin.
Meet the Cast of Calendar Girls
Bob Thompson, Jayne Victor and Angela Cannon in Providence Players Calendar Girls
Angela Cannon (Lady Cravenshire) is making her first appearance with PPF. A past Board Member of the British Players (formerly British Embassy Players), she has performed dramatic and comedy roles with them including Old Time Music Hall and the title role of Mary Herries in Kind Lady. Other roles include Joan, 84 Charing Cross Road (LTA), Her Ladyship, TheDresser (PCP) and Donna Lucia D’Alvadores (the real Charlie’s Aunt in – what else? – Charlie’sAunt (Potomac Theatre Company). Dialect coach for the award winning Lady Windermere’sFan (LTA) and Noises Off (TAP), she’s delighted to be back “on the boards”.
Smitty Chai (Lawrence/Liam) is ecstatic to make his stage debut with PPF in The Calendar Girls. His past stage experiences include the role of Bob Cratchit in A Christmas Carol with Britches and Hose Shakespeare Company and The Flying Muskrats “Lust Lies and Lesbians” 24 Hour Theatre Festival. He is originally from the Northern Virginia area and started theater while attending George Mason University. He also has an array of independent film credits and has had a small part for the Investigative Discovery Channel. When not involved in acting, Smitty is an avid Break Dancer and a performer in spoken word poetry.
Smitty Chai in Providence Players Calendar Girls, Photo by Chip Gertzog Providence Players
Bob Cohen (John) started acting 9 ½ years ago as the irrepressible Col Thomas McKean in FCT’s production of 1776. Since then he has portrayed a variety of characters in over 30 local theater productions. His roles include Felix Unger in The Odd Couple, Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls, Marcus Lycus in Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum and 13 characters in 39 Steps. Bob has also appeared on Investigation Discovery’s “Nightmare Next Door and “Stolen Voice Buried Secrets” and most recently on AMC’s “Making of the Mob NY”. Bob is thrilled to be making his Providence Players debut.
Susan Garvey and Bob Cohen in the Providence Players’ production of “Calendar Girls”
Diana Conn (Elaine) came to the northern VA area from West Virginia eight years ago. She works as a property management accountant in DC during the day, and enjoys hiking, performing with the local clogging dance group Happy Feet, watching live theater, and exploring DC. Diana performed in high school and community theatre in WV and is happy to be back on the stage with Providence Players after a 10-year hiatus from acting. Diana is thrilled to be working with a great theatre company and cast and wishes to thank the cast and her family/friends for their support.
Michelle Fletcher, Diana Conn and Gayle Grimes in the Providence Players Production of “Calendar Girls”
Michelle Fletcher (Ruth) is in her first role with the Providence Players. She is delighted to be cast in this funny yet touching play, which praises the spirit, character and comradery of a bunch of friends making a difference in a different way. She played Inspector Goring, in The Game’s Afoot and Mickey, in The Odd Couple (Female Version), both recent LTA productions. Her theater experience is through 10 years of community theatre in Brussels. Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors, Amanda in The Glass Menagerie and Signora Morelli in Lend Me a Tenor were favorite roles (American Theatre Company).
Susan d. Garvey (Annie) is making her PPF debut in The Calendar Girls. Other credits include: Other Desert Cities, Colder than Here (VTC), Gutenberg! The Musical!, Flowers for Algernon, Life X 3, Wit, The Memory of Water (NST/ESP); Twilight of the Golds, Working the Musical, Proposals, The Women, Harvest Moon (RCP), Children, The Dining Room (SCT); Equus (Taking Flight). She won the WATCH Award- Properties- for RED (ESP/NST).
Barbara Gertzog and Bob Cohen
Barbara Gertzog (Celia) is thrilled to be working under the masterful direction of Mike Donahue and with a great cast and crew. A long time PPF member, Barbara was most recently seen as Silda in Other Desert Cities (PPF) and has directed for and performed in many productions for PPF over the years. She extends a warm welcome to our new players and grateful thanks to the PPF stalwarts who make this and every production possible. Special thanks to my love, Chip, and to my family and friends for their support.
Anne Lloyd (Marie) has been acting since the age of three when she starred as the Littlest Angel in a church production called, coincidentally, The Littlest Angel. Years of dance and drama classes, music lessons, recitals and theatrical performances followed, leading her to pursue a BA in Theater. She is fortunate to have acted professionally off-Broadway in the NYC area, on television and in some films, and in regional theater. This is her first show with PPF and she’s grateful to be working with such a talented cast, director and crew. Anne is married to Trip and they have two teenagers.
Anne Lloyd and Andra Whitt in the Providence Players production of “Calendar Girls”
Gayle Nichols-Grimes (Jessie) would like to thank Michael for the opportunity to perform with the Providence Players in this wonderful production showing the beauty in us all! Some of her prior area performances have been: The Odd Couple (Female Version) as Olive Madison (LTA), Dixie Swim Club as Vernadette (PCP-WATCH Winner), 33 Variations as Dr. Gertrude Ladenburger (RCP-WATCH nomination), August Osage County as Mattie Fae (RCP- WATCH nomination), Next Fall as Arlene (PCP), Sylvia as Kate (Next Stop Theater), Jeffrey as Ann/Debra/Mom/Mrs.Marcangelo (DS-WATCH Winner), Funny Money as Betty (LTA), Noises Off as Dotty/Mrs.Clackett (LTA), Widdershins as Old Betty (LTA), Nude with Violin as Isabel (LTA), Lady Widermere’s Fan as the Duchess of Berwick (LTA), Savannah Disputation as Margaret (RCP), Beautiful Thing as Sandra (DS), and The Dresser as Madge (PCP). To Carter – my love and slightly dented/rusty knight – as always, bless you for all your support, patience and love.
Gayle Grimes center and the ladies of the “WI” in the Providence Players production of “Calendar Girls”
Joanna Snitzer (Cora) started singing in her family band from the age of six, with her dad and three of her brothers on guitar, performing at local charity events in her home town of Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. She combined singing and dance lessons with performing in her local theater group, taking lead roles in various musicals and pantomimes. At age 15 she landed the role of Annie Oakley in Annie Get Your Gun with her local theater group, followed by several leading roles after that in musicals and Pantomimes. Joanna enrolled at the prestigious Guildford School of Acting & Dance and gained a BA (Hons) in Theatre Studies. One of the highlights of her career was singing at the opening of Rod Stewart’s world concert which kicked off in her home town of Newcastle in front of 16,000 people.
Joanna Snitzer (Center) Barbara Gertzog, Susan Garvey (Left) and Michelle Fletcher and Jayne Victor (right) in the Providence Players Production of “Calendar Girls”
Bob Thompson (Rod) is very excited to be making his stage debut with PPF after a 12-year hiatus from the theater and is looking forward to being a part of this very talented cast. His acting credits include starring as Newton Fuller in LTA’s production of George Washington Slept Here, three productions of 1776 (120 shows), The Wizard of Oz (American Music Stage), Gypsy (McLean) and more recently as a background extra on Netflix’s House Of Cards. In real life Bob is an Art Director, and he thanks his wife Elena for her support and for putting up with his need to be up here in the footlights from time to time.
Jayne Victor and Bob Thompson in Providence Players “Calendar Girls”
Jayne L. Victor (Chris) notes that Calendar Girls is really about friendship and not the nude calendar shots. That is how Jayne rationalized accepting the part of Chris. She treasures her family and friends and figured, “Oh what the hell!” Jayne has performed on the PPF stage in prior shows and recently directed The Glass Mendacity at PPF. In addition, Jayne has performed at The Little Theatre of Alexandria and Hexagon. A huge debt of gratitude to phenomenal cast mates who made Calendar Girls sooooo much fun and a fantastic crew and ….well the Director is not so bad himself!
Andra Whitt (Brenda) is delighted to be celebrating her four-year anniversary with PPF with this production. She was most recently seen onstage last spring as Brooke in Other Desert Cities. Her other PPF credits include Claire in Rumors (2014), Essie in You Can’t Take It With You (2012), Terry in Side Man (2012), and Sallie Cato in Auntie Mame (2011). When not onstage, she enjoys dressing all in black and helping move set pieces around and persuading her husband to join in the fun in the tech booth. Andra also serves on the PPF Board of Directors. Thanks to Mike for including her in the fun, and to her family and friends for their support.
Co-Produced by Providence Players and The Young Hearts
