• 2023 Season,  shows

    Fiddlers Three by Agatha Christie

    Trying to get their hands on more than a little inheritance group of people hide the body of a dead
    tycoon. But what starts as a lark quickly becomes all too serious when they discover that the body is in fact a murder victim.

    A comedy about business and finance with a strong undercurrent of criminal activity, the play combines
    humor, intricate plotting, and a confounding murder.

    When:
    Friday, November 3rd at 7:30
    Saturday, November 4th at 7:30
    Sunday, November 5th at 2:00

    Friday, November 10th at 7:30
    Saturday, November 11th at 7:30
    Sunday, November 12th at 2:00

    Where:
    Hallowell City Hall
    1 Winthrop Street
    Hallowell

    Tickets:
    Can be bought at https://gaslight-theater.square.site/

    Cost:
    Tickets are $15 for Adults, $12 for Seniors and Students. There is a 3% processing fee for credit card sales.

  • 2023 Season,  shows

    Jellofish

    Gaslight Theater is bringing together theater, art, and food in a special fundraising
    production.

    Peter Shaffer’s “Jellofish,” directed by Birdie Katz will be for two performances only, Saturday, September 30 at 7:00p.m. and Sunday October 1 at 2:00 p.m.

    Four World War II veterans have been playing a monthly game of poker for over 50 years, putting aside five percent of every pot until they have accumulated a sizable fortune. As they compete in this month’s game, they struggle over what to do with their nest egg. As the debate escalates, their conflicting views on love, friendship, politics, and death are revealed. As each player comes upon a “random” history chip, the events of their lives are represented. The history chips were created whenever a significant event occurred in one of their lives. As some of the history chips turn up, the deeper implications of a lifetime of friendship and competition are explored.

    The cast includes Walter Guild, Bill Haley, and Frank Omar.

    Wine and cheese and crackers will be provided after each performance as part of the admission price for those holding an adult ticket.

    Where: Hallowell City Hall, 1 Winthrop Street, Hallowell.
    The Auditorium, located on the 2nd floor, is handicapped accessible by elevator.
    When: Saturday, September 30 at 7:00 p.m. & Sunday, October 1 at 2:00 p.m.
    Tickets: $30 for Adults, $25 for Students under 21, are available at the door; cash, check, and credit card accepted. For reservations (recommended but not required) call 207-626-3698.

    • $30 ticket includes 1 glass of wine, $25 ticket does not include libations.
    • Because this is a special fundraiser, season ticket passes cannot be used for this production.

    The painting below is by the local artist, Bruce Mayo and will be auctioned off at the end of the production.

    • Auction tickets can be purchased for $10 each or 3 for $25.
    • Auction tickets can be purchased online or at either performance of the show.

    To purchase tickets for the show (or the auction) visit our Online Ordering Page here

    Jellofish Original Artwork by Bruce Mayo
    Original Artwork by Bruce Mayo

    Gaslight would like to thank the Gardiner Elks Lodge 1293 for their assistance in helping to bring this to our patrons.

    https://gaslight-theater.square.site/
  • 2023 Season,  auditions

    Auditions for Fiddler’s Three by Agatha Christie

    Synopsis

    Trying to get their hands on more than a little inheritance group of people hide the body of a dead
    tycoon. But what starts as a lark quickly becomes all too serious when they discover that the body is in
    fact a murder victim.
    A comedy about business and finance with a strong undercurrent of criminal activity, the play combines
    humor, intricate plotting, and a confounding murder.

    September Audition Dates

    Sunday, September 10th at 2:00pm

    Tuesday, September 12th at 6:30pm

    Character Descriptions

    There are roles for 8 men and 3 women.

    Gina Jones Pretty, rather timid young girl, not smart, but with possibilities.
    Sally Blunt Attractive woman of thirty-eight, full of vitality and brimming over with good humor.
    Sam Fletcher Middle aged, a rough, forthright type. Possibly North Country. A bit flashy but likeable.
    Felix Bogusian A very large, Croatian man with a beaming smile.
    Henry Panhacker A nervous, young man with an occasional stammer, he wears big horn-rimmed glasses
    making him look rather owlish.
    Jonathan Panhacker Henry’s father
    An Air Hostess
    Dr. Nolan An elderly man in a tearing hurry.
    A waiter in a luxury hotel
    Mr. Truscott Elderly and shrewd London solicitor.
    Mr. Moss A mournful looking man with black hair and moustache. He is dressed in somber black and
    has a deep mourning voice.

    Rehearsal Schedule

    Sunday 2:00-5:00/ Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-9:00


    September
    Thursday, 14th 6:00 Read Thru
    Sunday, 17th 2:00 Rehearsal
    Tuesday, 19th 6:00 Rehearsal
    Thursday, 21st 6:00 Rehearsal
    Sunday, 24th NO REHEARSAL
    Tuesday, 26th NO REHEARSAL
    Thursday, 28th TBD
    October
    Sunday, 1st 2:00 NO REHEARSAL Jellofish Performance
    Tuesday, 3rd 6:00 Rehearsal
    Thursday, 5th 6:00 Rehearsal
    Sunday, 8th 2:00 Rehearsal
    Tuesday, 10th 6:00 Rehearsal
    Thursday, 12th 6:00 Rehearsal
    Sunday, 15th 2:00 NO REHEARSAL
    Tuesday, 17th 6:00 NO REHEARSAL
    Thursday, 19th 6:00 Rehearsal
    Sunday, 22nd 2:00 Rehearsal
    Tuesday, 24th 6:00 Rehearsal
    Thursday, 26th 6:00 Rehearsal
    PRODUCTION WEEK
    Saturday, Tech call Info to come
    Sunday, 29th 2:00 Rehearsal
    Monday, 30th 6:00 Rehearsal
    Tuesday, 31st 6:00 Rehearsal
    November
    Wednesday, Nov 1 6:00 Rehearsal
    Thursday, Nov 2 6:00 Rehearsal
    Friday, Nov 3 PERFORMANCE
    Saturday, Nov 4 PERFORMANCE
    Sunday, Nov 5 PERFORMANCE
    Wednesday, Nov 8 Brush Up
    Friday, Nov 10 PERFORMANCE
    Saturday, Nov 11 PERFORMANCE
    Sunday, Nov 12 PERFORMANCE

    Strike and Cast Party immediately following

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  • 2023 Season,  shows

    Brothers Grimm Recovered!

    The Brothers Grimm got a little less grim today.

    We will be running The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon by Don Zolidis, Friday and Saturday July 21, 22 at 7:00 PM, Sunday July 23 at 2:00 PM.

    One weekend only!

    Don’t miss this chance! Come laugh and cheer at your favorite Fairy Tales told in an exciting new way.

    BGS Poster

    Due to scheduling issues, we will not be adding any additional shows at this time.

  • 2023 Season,  shows

    The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon by Don Zolidis

    Partial Cast
    Cast preparing to rehearse at the Vaughan Homestead

    The fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm are turned on their heads in this fast-paced, rollicking ride as two narrators and several actors attempt to combine all 209 stories ranging from classics like Snow White, Cinderella, and Hansel and Gretel to more bizarre, obscure stories like The Devil’s Grandmother and The Girl Without Hands. A wild, free-form comedy with lots of audience participation and madcap fun. 

    Outdoor performances are scheduled for Old Hallowell Day Weekend July 14, 15, 16 and the weekend after, July 21, 22, 23 at the Vaughan Homestead. Friday and Saturday shows start at 6:30pm, Sunday matinees are at 2:00pm. Parking at Vaughan Homestead is strictly limited to showtimes only. 

    Choose your date and bring a chair, blanket, or maybe even a snack to make it an event!  For more information call 207-626-3698. Donations will be accepted at the show or anytime online to support the nonprofit Gaslight Theater. 

    If you go:

    What: Gaslight Theater presents “The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon

    Cost: Free with donations accepted.

    When and where:

    Friday and Saturday July 14, 15* at 7:00 PM, Sunday July 16 at 2:00 PM

    Friday and Saturday July 21, 22 at 7:00 PM, Sunday July 23 at 2:00 PM

    Vaughan Historic Homestead Outdoor Pavilion
    2 Litchfield Rd, Hallowell

    * The Saturday show is on Old Hallowell Day.

    Parking at Vaughan Homestead is strictly limited to the duration of the show only.

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