40 N. 2nd Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 www.ardentheatre.org Box office: 215-922-1122
Dear Friend, We’re in the midst of another great season here at the Arden, and we want to thank you for being a part of it! We’ve hosted a thrilling season of critically acclaimed productions and the world premiere of Under the Skin by Michael Hollinger. Up next is the ever-stunning Macbeth. In just a few short months, we will open Passion and celebrate composer and lyricist Stephen Sondheim as the first recipient of the new Master Storyteller Award! We hope you will take advantage of becoming an Arden subscriber. Arden subscribers are guaranteed a seat for every show and receive discounted pricing for 3 and 5 play packages! This season, Priority Renewal subscribers will save $10 off of regular subscriptions prices and more than 25% off of Arden single ticket prices. And as an Arden Subscriber you are able to exchange your ticket to accommodate your busy schedule. Priority renewal pricing is only available until May 20, 2015. Here are three of the five great stories we’re bringing to you next season: Metamorphoses September – October 2015 Based on the Myths of Ovid Written and originally directed by Mary Zimmerman From a simple, rippling pool of water, Metamorphoses conjures the force of Ovid’s myths into gorgeous imagery and breathtaking storytelling. Lost love, dangerous passion and reunited soul-mates wrestle with fate in this awe-inspiring Tony Award-winning play. Performed in and around an onstage pool, Metamorphoses is a dazzling theatrical event not to be missed. Funnyman February – March 2016 A World Premiere by Bruce Graham New York City, 1959. A fading vaudeville comic tries to revive his career when presented with the chance to star in an avantgarde off-Broadway play. Inspired by Bert Lahr’s legendary performance in Waiting for Godot, this world premiere by Philadelphia playwright Bruce Graham tells the story of a man whose legacy is on the line and for whom comedy is a serious business. The Secret Garden May – June 2016 Book and Lyrics by Marsha Norman Music by Lucy Simon Orphaned and alone, ten year-old Mary Lennox is sent to live at her estranged uncle’s estate, where she finds herself haunted by the ghosts of her past and the secrets that lie within. Adapted from the beloved novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, this Tony Award-winning musical is an exquisitely beautiful story about hope blooming from the darkest of places. Plus two more shows, soon to be announced!
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Subscribing to our season ensures exclusive subscriber benefits – advanced seating, ticket exchange privileges, and parking and dining discounts. This reduced pricing is only available through May 20, 2015. There are three easy ways to subscribe: -
Online at www.ardentheatre.org
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By calling the Box Office: 215.922.1122
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Returning the enclosed form to: Subscriptions Arden Theatre Company 40 N. 2nd Street Philadelphia, PA 19106
We have enjoyed your company this year! We look forward to sharing more stories with next year’s exciting theatre season!
Amy L. Murphy Managing Director
Terrence J. Nolen Producing Artistic Director