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In Memoriam
Renton Civic Theatre's 2011–2012 Season is Dedicated to the Memory of Lillian G. Poff
Lillian G. Poff
29 June 1922 — 15 July 2011
On July 15, Lillian G. Poff passed away surrounded by those she loved.
She was born to John and Mabel Greenhill in Waverly, WA, and grew up there. In 1939, she graduated from Fairfield High School and worked as a bookkeeper for Farmers' Alliance until WWII when she started one of her lifelong professions: volunteering. She volunteered for the WAVES US Navy reserves.
Lillian met and married George Allan Poff in 1944 in Alameda, CA. Less than six weeks after the marriage they were separated for nineteen months, testing her strength of character, until the war was over when she started her married life in Renton in 1945. Her second full–time profession was motherhood, at which she excelled. She raised two children to successful careers and marriages.
During her many years in Renton, Lillian donated endless hours to the Well Baby Clinic, to PTAs in elementary and high schools, and to the City Council. She was on the Renton Civic Theatre Board, the Renton Public Library Board, and she kept the books for her Home Owners' Association. She was a multi–tasker before computers. She worked election campaigns for local, state and federal office candidates seeking no compensation for her effort. Her hobbies were her family and her home gardening. They were the loves of her life and those accomplishments will suffer for her loss.
She is survived by George Allan, her husband of 67 years in Renton; a son Jim (Joy) of Renton; a daughter Becky (Bill McFarland) of Estacada, OR; four grandchildren Debra (Henry Hardgrave) of Renton; Jason Poff (Bethany O Brien) of Seattle; Riley (Tim Carroll) of Sandy, OR; and Josh McFarland (Krystal) of Eagle Creek, OR. She is also survived by four great–grandchildren: Ian and Alaina Hardgrave of Renton; and Tyler and Connor Carroll of Sandy, OR.
A memorial service will be held Saturday 23 July 2011 at 1:30 PM in the gardens she created at the family home, located at 1716 Lincoln Court SE in Renton, WA. A reception will follow, also at the residence. Inurnment will be a private ceremony at the Tahoma National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, send memorials to Renton Civic Theatre, the Renton History Museum, the Museum of Flight, or the Fairfield Cemetery Fund.
2011–2012 Season
"Stage: On Screen and Back"
I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change
Book and Lyrics by Joe DiPietro, Music by Jimmy Roberts
Starring Adrienne Grieco, Jennifer Littlefield, Matt Posner, and Casey Raiha
Directed by Christopher Nardine
Musical Direction by Cathy Bleeker
9 September 2011 — 24 September 2011
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Off–Broadway's phenomenal and longest–running musical celebrates the modern–day suburban mating game. The theater will fill with laughter as the cast explores the joys of dating, romance, marriage, lovers, husbands, wives, and in–laws. This joyful celebration of the mating game takes on the truths and myths behind that contemporary conundrum know as "the relationship."
The Mystery of Irma Vep — A Penny Dreadful
by Charles Ludlam
Starring Scot Garrett and Buddy Mahoney
Directed by Alan Wilkie
21 October 2011 — 5 November 2011
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The Mystery of Irma Vep — A Penny Dreadful by Charles Ludlam is one of the most produced comedies in US history. It is a tribute to gothic horror films, liberally stealing from well known film classics like "Wuthering Heights," "The Mummy's Curse" and Hitchcock’s "Rebecca." Literary detectives will also recognize dialog lifted from Ibsen, Shakespeare, and Poe. This definitive spoof of Gothic melodramas is complete with werewolves, vampires, damsels in distress and an Egyptian mummy. A hearty mixture of thrills, laughter and extravagant showmanship!
The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen's Guild Dramatic Society's Production of A Christmas Carol
by David McGillivray and Walter Zerlin, Jr.
Starring Caitlin Gilman, Geni Hawkins, Laura Kessler, David Morris, and Cindy Whiston
Directed by Curt Hetherington
2 December 2011 — 17 December 2011
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With a heady mix of ingenuity and incompetence, four ladies and one slightly reluctant man embark on portraying the characters in Dickens' Christmas classic, plus some that Dickens never thought of. This will be ideal pre–Christmas entertainment for young and old in the lead up to the holiday season.
Aunt Dottie's Christmastime Cabaret
A One–Act Production
11 December 2011 — 19 December 2011
This is not your mama's cabaret! Nope, this is a raucous, rowdy interactive show that's different every time! Aunt Dottie and her Nephew Aaron have been bringing their unique brand of entertainment to Renton Civic Theatre audiences since 2008 and we're pleased to feature the holiday version of their show on our stage for 4 nights only. Come join the fun as they put their own spin on favorite Christmas songs and traditions. Suitable for the entire family! You never know what will happen at Aunt Dottie's Cabaret! For more information, visit AuntDottie.com.
Hay Fever
by Noël Coward
Starring Donna Austin, Travis Blount, Bob DeDea, Lorrie Fargo,
Rosalie Hilburn, Laura Kessler, Buddy Todd, Gianni Truzzi, and Rachel Wilkie
Directed by John Munn
17 February 2012 — 3 March 2012
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Mr. Coward sends the audience on holiday with the eccentric and somewhat self–absorbed Bliss family. The four Bliss family members spend the weekend in their country home and unbeknownst to each other have each invited a romantic prospect. As the unsuspecting romantic prospects begin to arrive and family members each discover the increasing number of guests, the Bliss family lives up to its name as the "quiet weekend" comes to an exhausting and hilarious finale.
Pavane
A One–Act Production by Sally Dixon Wiener
19 February 2012 — 27 February 2012
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Two gay couples perform a Pavane to produce one child: a radiant, magical being who changes their lives forever. Fast paced with tart tongued dialogue and rich in laughter, tears and insight, Pavane is a glowing tribute to human strength and love.
Crossing Delancey
by Susan Sandler
Directed by Bill Huls
13 April 2012 — 28 April 2012
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Crossing Delancey is a charming romantic comedy set in present day New York City. The play explores the age old traditional roles of women as expressed by Bubbie, the lovable, feisty, sharp–witted grandma in her eighties and contrasted with the liberated options of the "new woman" explored by her twenty–something granddaughter Isabelle "Izzy" Grossman. When Bubbie and the matchmaker Hannah try to arrange a date for Izzy with Sam, the local pickle man, a generational and cultural clash erupts! Izzy has ideas of her own and the conflict is resolved with a generous dose of humor, affection, and wisdom. Crossing Delancey is a production all ages can enjoy together!
The Purse Thief
A One–Act Production by Don Gordon
15 April 2012 — 23 April 2012
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George is an unemployed salesman so down on his luck he's been sleeping in the park and going on job interviews wearing a suit he found in the trash. Discouraged, he's changed his profession to purse snatcher. However, his victims never react the way he expects. Mostly they chase him and retrieve their belongings. As a thief, George is a complete failure. One of his victims, Sharon Peabody, is desperate, consumed with guilt, has a gun, one bullet and is about to end it all. Her life is a bigger mess than George's. It's the start of something good?
This script was just awarded the best One Act at the Orlando Fringe Festival 2011.
Pump Boys and Dinettes
by John Foley, Mark Hardwick, Debra Monk, Cass Morgan, John Schimmel and Jim Wann
Directed by John Kelleher and Julie Denninghoff
8 June 2012 — 23 June 2012
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On Highway 57, somewhere between Frog Level and Smyrna, stands a gas station. Across the blacktop is a roadside eatery called the Double Cupp Diner. The four guys at the station have been known to do some auto repairs, but only when aided by quantities of time and beer. The Cupp sisters celebrate their home cooking with the same zeal they bring to being neighborly with the boys. This is their musical tribute to life by the roadside! They perform on guitars, piano, bass and, yes, kitchen utensils.
Road Trip
A One–Act Production by Jason Milligan
10 June 2012 — 18 June 2012
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Vernon, a drifter in his late twenties, visits his brother Ron after a long absence. Their older brother Alan is in a coma and Ron, who is about to get married, wants to take Alan off life support equipment after a prolonged period of little or no improvement. Is this for Ron's convenience or is it really time to let Alan go? Vernon questions the ethics of Ron's decision and fiancée Lisa joins the fray to protect Ron's interests in an emotionally charged confrontation that results in tentative steps toward unity and a sense of family.
