2009 Season By Mat Smart Directed by Lisa Adler February 13 - March 15, 2009 “A light and airy..sweet snackof a play” Talkin’ Broadway Three couples in search of their perfect love! In this charming and theatrical romantic comedy, 28-year old Vincent is in love with his girlfriend, Annie. They’re committed and comfortable and Vincent can’t imagine spending his life with anyone else. And yet ... his worry sends him on an impulsive visit to his late grandparents’ apartment in the 13th Arrondissement of Paris, carrying only a suitcase of their surprising love letters in hopes of discovering something about his own love. By Zina Camblin Directed by Thomas W. Jones II March 27 - May 3, 2009 “Original, intelligent, and hilarious….a delicious evening in the theatre” Curtainup.com Wigs, weaves, and pop culture! Beauty Shop gets a makeover in this hilarious celebration of African-American sisterhood and identity. Two hair stylists, middle-aged Jasmine and radical Angie, dish the dirt on a salon of eccentric clients and discover how self-image affects us all. Get ready for a wild range of women, personalities, hairstyles, and trends in this funny, poignant, and universal tour de force. By Deborah Zoe Laufer Directed by Heidi Cline May 29 - June 28, 2009 “Rapturously funny” Miami Herald Meet the Steins. Sixteen-year old Rachel is a Goth. Dad won’t change out of his pajamas. Her Jewish mother is suddenly born again – and Jesus has moved into the kitchen. Their new neighbor, a teenager with an Elvis fixation studying for his bar mitzvah, has fallen for Rachel hard. And the Apocalypse is coming on Wednesday. Their only hope is that Stephen Hawking will save them all. A quirky, moving comedy about family, faith, and science for the 21st century. By Thomas W. Jones, II Directed by Andrea Frye July 10 - August 23, 2009 A New South Festival World Premiere By the author of Horizon’s hit Three Sistahs Hopes and dreams brew as a family searches for their “cool drink of water” in this provocative contemporary twist on A Raisin in the Sun. Newly “retired” from his good job, Walt is dreaming new schemes. Wife Ruthie’s nest is almost empty, but wannabe rapper son Trane won’t move out and get a job. And Benita and Asa move back from Africa with baggage and secrets. Is that Mama Lee haunting the house? A powerful and funny update to a classic story. By Wendy Wasserstein September 11 - October 11, 2009 “Timely.. topical….as emotionally satisfying as it is intellectually stimulating” Curtainup.com The final play from celebrated, award-winning playwright Wendy Wasserstein (The Heidi Chronicles). A liberal college professor and an articulate and conservative student jock nick-named Third face off over politics, ethics, and values. A bold accusation and mid-life changes unexpectedly throw Laurie Jameson’s well-ordered world into disarray. With her trademark smart dialogue, crackling wit, and intelligence, Wasserstein looks at the challenge of re-imagining ourselves in the third act of life.

Two Holiday Favorites, Back By Popular Demand

Madeline's Christmas, 2008	Santaland Diaries, 2007

Santaland Diaries
by David Sedaris

Welcome to this wicked wonderland and exposé of all things elfin.  Out of work at age 33, a writer in need of holiday cash decides to employ his gift for insightful observation in the trade of elfdom at Macy's Department Store.  Besieged by bratty kids with overzealous parents and donning in a humiliating costume, he finds that his cynical self and his elfin alter ego, "Crumpet," are not exactly compatible.  His remedy for the saccharine overdose he endures in his never-endingly exuberant job is to tell all--giving us a backstage pass to the secret lives of Santas and elves.  Though definitely not your traditional stocking stuffer, this caustic Christmas carol is a laughter-spiked antidote to the holiday blues.

Madeline’s Christmas
Book & Lyrics by Jennifer Kirkeb, Music by Shirley Mier

A dozen young girls help round-out the irresistible cast of professional actors in Horizon’s production of Madeline’s Christmas.  Based on one of the most popular children’s book characters of all time, Madeline’s Christmas is a shining jewel from renowned author Ludwig Bemelmans.  This charming musical adaptation will be sure to enchant audiences once again.