Opening Night Gala for ‘The Curious Savage’ Dec 5th Auditions for 'Kindergarten' Dec. 9th, 10th & 11th

Watch this promotional video for HCCT's production of "The Curious Savage"

The theatre is in high gear preparing for the opening night of The Curious Savage, Thursday, Dec. 5.  Savage is one of the most produced plays in North America and originally starred the great actress, Lillian Gish. Ethel Savage has been left a fortune by her late husband. She is determined to give away millions to help others realize their hopes and dreams. Unfortunately, her stepchildren stand in the way, committing her to a sanatorium where she meets a cast of zany characters. It’s up to the “curious Savage” and her new-found friends to save the day.

"The Curious Savage is a hilarious comedy in the vein of Harvey or You Can’t Take It With You." said Fletcher. “This is the kind of show you can take the whole family to see.  You’ll leave with a smile on your face and warmth in your heart. It is the perfect show for the holiday season.”

“Opening night we will be quite a celebration with a ‘Holiday Gala’ starting at 6:30 pm.” said Reily. “Audience members will be treated to an evening of hors d’oeuvres, drinks, and lots of laughs. We are also honored to have local singer/musician Mandi Whittlesey entertain the audience before the show and at intermission.  A special holiday dessert has been prepared for the event by our good friends at Tea Thyme Cafe.  This will be a great evening of entertainment.”

Performances will be Thursday through Sunday, beginning with the Gala Opening Dec. 5, and continue through Dec. 15. The curtain for evening shows is at 7:30 p.m.; for Sunday matinees at 2:15 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults and $7 for students age 16 and under. Group rates also are available. Seating per show is limited to 147 persons. Tickets can be purchased online at www.thehcct.org.  Reservations can also be made at the box office (noon-4 p.m., Mon.-Fri.), 830-798-8944, beginning Nov. 25th for season members and Nov. 28th for the general public. An answering machine will capture requests after hours.  For more info or directions, visit www.thehcct.org.

Auditions for Musical Revue 

‘All I Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten'

HCCT is holding three days of auditions Dec. 9th, 10th and 11th, at 7:00 pm for the hit musical All I Need To Know I Learned In Kindergarten. This tightly-woven musical revue has earned standing ovations from Singapore to Prague— from L.A. to D.C.  Based on the best-sellingbook, Kindergarten takes a funny and insightful look at what is profound in everyday life. A series of delightful songs and stories celebrate our very existence.  The production will be directed by Austin theatre artist, Jenny Lavery, who directed HCCT's hit productions of Into the Woods and Willy Wonka.  Anyone interested in auditioning will be asked to read from the script.  Lavery herself states, “What I’m really looking for are storytellers.  The play requires a special connection between the cast and the audience.”  For more information please call the theatre at 830-693-2474 or online at www.thehcct.org.