One of the funniest plays ever written, this extraordinarily inventive, side-splitting comedy was first presented by the Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, then produced in Great Britain, then went on to Broadway. The action centers on the hilarious dilemma of a young architect who is visited by a man he's never met but who saved his life in Vietnam—the visitor turning out to be an incredibly inept, hopelessly stupid "nerd" who outstays his welcome with a vengeance. "Shue delivers a neatly crafted package that uses some classic comic forms to bring the audience to its knees, laughing." —Milwaukee Journal. "…the audience almost never stops laughing—handkerchiefs wiping away tears of merriment…" —Variety. "…a spring tonic of side-bruising laughter…" —Milwaukee Tribune.
By Larry Shue
Children's Theatre 2008
Dragon Tale
by John Carter & Mary Kay Beall
Directed by : Sandi Harris
Performances: June 6, 7, & 8.
at The Grace Drake Center for the Arts
222 South Broadway Street
Medina, Ohio 44256
Times: TBA
Dragon Tale is a delightful beastly musical.
Every town has something to be proud of; that's unique; that has its claim to fame; and that's too terrible to claim! Wantly Wood....OUR TOWN...has a dragon named Scumme! When he appears, everything in its path turns to french toast!
The king is searching for someone to slay the dragon. But who? The lovely Princess Rosebud will be given in marriage to the successful brave Sir Hugh!
The Fred Hargrove Children's Arts Initiative children's theater production is produced by The Medina County Arts Foundation and The Medina County Show Biz Company. For more information call the Medina County Arts Foundation office at 330-764-1999
Performances: Oct. 17-18-19
24-25-26
31-Nov.1.
Directed by: Sandi Harris
A blind woman plays a deadly game of survival, it’s a role you’ll never forget, whenever you're alone. The blinds moving up and down. . .the squeaking shoes. . .and then the knife whistling past her ear. A Broadway hit, this masterfully constructed thriller moves from one moment of suspense to another as it builds toward an electrifying, breath-stopping final scene. "WAIT UNTIL DARK is a tense thriller." —NY World-Telegram & Sun. "Frederick Knott is a master craftsman…" —Women's Wear Daily.”…a first rate shocker…the suspense drama we've long awaited eagerly." —NY Post. The great Lee Remick created the role of Suzy Hendrix on Broadway. Audrey Hepburn took the part for the extremely successful 1967 film version.
A Broadway hit, this masterfully constructed thriller moves from one moment of suspense to another as it builds toward an electrifying, breath-stopping final scene. "WAIT UNTIL DARK is a tense thriller." —NY World-Telegram & Sun. "Frederick Knott is a master craftsman…" —Women's Wear Daily. "…a first rate shocker…the suspense drama we've long awaited eagerly." —NY Post
Audition Information: TBA
by: Frederick Knott
Book and Lyrics by
Alan Jay Lerner
Music by
Frederick Loewe
Original dances created by Agnes de Mille
Directed by: Nancee Alex-Houseman
Performances: Mar. 20-21-22, 27-28-29, Apr. 3-4.
One of the most intriguing and delightful aspects of a musical show is its ability to open up a whole new world to both its audience and cast. The show that does this better than any other is BRIGADOON. This is a Scottish fantasy about a town that disappears into the Highland mist and returns for only one day every one hundred years. Songs include Waitin' for My Dearie, I'll Go Home with Bonnie Jean, Come to Me, Bend to Me, Almost Like Being in Love, There But for You Go I, The Heather on the Hill and My Mother's Weddin' Day. This is a tribute to simplicity, true love and goodness, which is hidden from the ordinary traveler. BRIGADOON played for 581 performances on Broadway at the Ziegfeld Theatre and for 685 performances in London at His Majesty's Theatre. It has been revived on Broadway several times, but is not commonly performed in community theaters. We are thrilled to be presenting this beautiful show to you!
Audition Information: TBA
Audition Information: TBA
Directed by: Nancee Alex-Houseman
A Walk with the Spirits of the Past 1996
Each year new characters portray Medina's historical figures.
Check for updates regarding ticket information closer to performance dates.
Spirits of the Past
A guided walk around Medina's Historic Square where you will see dramatic re-enactments from the lives of Medina's pioneers. Exciting true stories will be performed by actors from Medina County Show Biz Company. Sponsored by Show Biz, The Medina County Arts Council, and Medina County Historical Society.
Entertainment for the entire family!
Performances: September 5 & 6 from 7 PM-9 PM
September 7 from 2 PM-4 PM
Check for updates regarding ticket information closer to performance dates.
Come join us on the square in the Gazebo for a ceremony accompanied by Medina Show Biz Company singing God Bless America and The Star Spangled Banner. Ceremony starts at 7:30 PM. Singers need to be on location at 7:10 PM. Participants are asked to dress in Red, White, and Blue.
For more information please contact Barb Bock at
330-723-6268.
Memorial Day Parade!
Monday, May 26, 2008
Come join us! Medina County Show Biz together with the Medina County Historical Society will be marching in the parade with a float. Military Costumes encouraged but not necessary. We do have some costumes for participants to use. Parade starts at 10:00 AM with participants meeting at 9:00 AM at Garfield Elementary School. For more information please contact Barb Bock at 330-723-6268.
