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Smokey Joe's Cafe: The Songs of Lieber and Stoller

Presented by Rancho Cucamonga Community Theatre at Lewis Family Playhouse

September 26-September 28, 2008

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The award-winning Rancho Cucamonga Community Theatre will open their 2008-09 season with the Tony-nominated Broadway revue Smokey Joe’s Café for one weekend only at the Lewis Family Playhouse at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center, starting September 26th. Smokey Joe’s Café features music from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame song writing duo Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller who were topping the pop charts in the 50’s and 60’s with hit songs from “I’m A Woman”, “Hound Dog”, “On Broadway”, “Love Potion #9”, “Yakety Yak” and “Jailhouse Rock” all the way to “Spanish Harlem” and “Stand by Me”, plus many more! Included in the Smokey Joe’s Café cast are several performers previously showcased in the annual Spotlight on the RC Talent Showcase, held at the Lewis Family Playhouse. “It’s exciting to see these performers grow. From taking a chance on entering a talent competition to now becoming solid performers in our season opener,” remarked Patrick Hediger, Cultural Arts Coordinator for the City of Rancho Cucamonga. “Their voices really knocked us out when they performed in the competition, and this is the perfect production for showcasing their vocal talents.” The show is directed and choreographed by Mark Gamez with musical direction by Ronda Rubio. The cast features Avelina Bautista, Amanda Castro, Ben Dunlap, H’atina Gilliard, U’Pal King, Ted Nevills, Jessica Puertas, Scott Robinson, Allen Smith, Kelley Squires and Vil Towers. A 5-piece band on stage will accompany the cast as they sing hit after hit. “This is a production that appeals to all ages, from senior citizens to teenagers,” said Hediger. “The music is timeless.” The Rancho Cucamonga Community Theatre’s 2008-2009 season will also feature the hilarious farce Noises Off and the funny, but heartwarming play Steel Magnolias. RCCT holds open auditions for all their productions. More information on the Rancho Cucamonga Community Theatre and upcoming show audition information is available online at www.lewisfamilyplayhouse.com. Performances of Smokey Joe’s Café are September 26, 27, & 28, 2008, 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 2:00 p.m. matinees on Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are available at the Victoria Gardens Cultural Center box office located at 12505 Cultural Center Drive, Rancho Cucamonga or online at www.lewisfamilyplayhouse.com for $16.00 for adults and $14.00 for youth/senior.