McLean Community Players

04/20/2022

www.mcleanplayers.org

THE SHOW MUST GO ON--
A Celebration of the McLean Community Players

MCP returns to the Alden this summer, July 22-24, with a gala r***e remembering songs from past shows and looking to the future with songs from shows MCP has not done yet, Check our website (www.McLeanPlayers.org) for more information about auditions or to sign up to receive audition notices. More info will also be posted on this page. Thanks so much for sticking with us during the pandemic!

01/13/2021

11/12/2020

Update on "Carousel"
As some of you may be aware, the MCP board of directors has reluctantly had to cancel our July 2021 production of "Carousel." We are planning for another show for July and will make more information available as soon as possible.

In the meantime, we are in search of "a few good men and women" as new members. Actors, of course, but also folks who are interested in the McLean community and able to help us with publicity, set building, stage management, or fund-raising. If you are interested in becoming a member or volunteering, please send a note to our webmaster ([email protected]) or a message to the page.

09/27/2020

McLean Community Players updated their information in their About section.

McLean Community Players updated their information in their About section.

06/16/2020

Just a reminder... McLean Community Players is hosting our FIRST EVER Broadway Karaoke night on Instagram Live...

This will be on Thursday, June 18th at 7:30pm, and hosted by Shaun Moe!

Shaun was seen as Judas in MCP's Jesus Christ Superstar, Directed and Choreographed MCP's Footloose, and is on the Board of MCP as well...

Looking forward to seeing all of you singing!!

06/15/2020

Robert Alden, Washington Post news and design editor, dies at 87

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of Robert Alden. We are all grateful for his commitment to the McLean community, and will always feel honored to perform in the theater that is named for him.

Our deepest sympathies to his family, friends and the entire McLean community. We certainly all stand on the shoulders of this giant.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/obituaries/robert-alden-washington-post-news-and-design-editor-dies-at-87/2020/06/13/db6864dc-ab47-11ea-9063-e69bd6520940_story.html

He was president of the National Press Club and an early advocate for the admission of women to full membership.

05/29/2020

ANOTHER POSTPONEMENT FOR "CAROUSEL"

To July 2021. More details will be posted as arrangements are finalized.

03/16/2020

The McLean Community Center is closed until (at least) mid April. The pandemic will surely not be over by then, and, in an "abundance of caution" MCP has reluctantly decided to cancel Carousel for this year.

03/11/2020

03/02/2020

02/23/2020

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02/16/2020

12/08/2019

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MCP’s 2020 Summer Musical—Carousel
MCP is proud to be staging the iconic Rogers and Hammerstein musical “Carousel” in July 2020. “Carousel” will be directed by Kevin and Pamela McCormack and produced by Mike Scott and Bunny and Jerry Bonnes. Auditions are tentatively scheduled for March 28 and 29, 2020. Look for more details on auditions to be posted here and on MCP’s website www.McLeanPlayers.org To sign up to receive email audition notices go to http://mcleanplayers.org/MCP/NoticeForm1CC.cfm

08/08/2019

Thanks so much to everyone who made Seussical such a wonderful show! And special thanks to all the cast members who stayed to work on the final strike.

07/28/2019

Our last performance of Seussical is tomorrow!

07/20/2019

Check out the terrific costumes and set and actors in character!

07/18/2019

‘Seussical’ proves colorful crowd-pleaser with upbeat messaging

Wonderful review by Brian Trompeter in the Sun Gazette!

Even those who are a bit put off by the bizarre, fantastical world conjured up by the late Theodor Geisel (Dr. Seuss) will find plenty to celebrate and smile about

07/17/2019

Review: 'Seussical' by McLean Community Players at Alden Theatre - DC Metro Theater Arts

Another great review!

Based on the fantastical imaginings of Dr. Seuss, Seussical is a light-hearted musical packed with color, magic, and mischief. McLean Community Players is running their production of this family-friendly show during the weekends of July at Alden Theatre. With Book by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty...

07/16/2019

Theatre Review: ‘Seussical the Musical’ at McLean Community Players

Check out the review on Maryland Theatre Guide!

The Cat in the Hat (Jennifer Soraya Rose) introduces Horton the Elephant (Keith Tittermary) in McLean Community Player’s “Seussical the Musical”Photography: Toby Chieffo-Reidway . Of course, it had to be called Seussical, match-rhyming with musical. Imbued with Dr. Seuss’ gift for cadenced, ...

07/12/2019

SEUSSICAL OPENS TONIGHT!
Don't miss this fabulous show.

07/09/2019

McLean Community Players has a real treat in store for you with "Seussical!" One of the most performed shows in America, it's popular with all ages, for so many reasons! Get transported from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos with all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters - including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie, and Jojo, a little boy with a big imagination! Get tickets for the whole family now! http://bit.ly/2LKLtaU

07/08/2019

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Seussical Opens This Friday!

This charming musical by Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty brings to life many of the most beloved characters in the Dr. Seuss stories, including the Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Maizie La Bird, the Grinch, JoJo and the Whos. The Cat narrates the story – pulled from more than a dozen Dr. Seuss books – of Horton’s adventures while protecting the Whos. The characters travel everywhere from the Jungle of Nool to Whoville, the Circus McGurkus, and other far-off destinations. The music embraces many styles, including show tunes, rock ballads, ragtime, pop, Latin, and swing. The themes of bravery, loyalty, love, and the power of imagination make this musical appealing to theater-goers of all ages. Don’t miss this magical musical extravaganza! "Seussical is a show meant to engage young audiences and adults. 'Just 'open your mind,' as one of the song lyrics suggests." -- Connection Preview Article by David Siegel. Directed by Shelly Horn; produced by Bunny Bonnes and Jerry Gideon. Visit MCP's website (www.McLeanPlayers.org) for tickets.

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07/07/2019

Rehearsal pix part 3

07/03/2019

McLean Community Players Presents ‘Seussical’

Check out David Siegel's article in the Connection! http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/news/2019/jul/02/mclean-community-players-presents-seussical/

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06/28/2019

Rehearsal for "Seussical" Part 2

06/06/2019

Rehearsal for "Seussical!

Director Shelly Horn leads the cast in rehearsing Act I.

06/06/2019

Rehearsal pix for "Seussical"--Act I!

06/03/2019

McLean Community Players Present SEUSSICAL

McLean Community Players Present SEUSSICAL

The McLean Community Players return to the Alden Theatre with the musical Seussical, which opens July 12, 2019, and runs weekends through July 28. Seussical brings together many beloved Dr. Seuss characters, including the Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz, Maizie La Bird, the Grin...

05/28/2019

Mclean Community Players (Patrons)

A Fund-Raiser for "Seussical"!
About the Fundraiser
As many of you know, McLean Community Players (MCP) had a hard time over the past two years when our home theater, the Alden at the McLean Community Center, was closed for renovation. We still had bills to pay, did manage to have three shows at various locations, but alas it was not the Alden, and our patrons did not follow us to the new locations. This has left us with barely enough to put on the quality musicals the community has come to expect from MCP. To ensure success and to allow us to at least break even, MCP needs at least $5,000 in donations to make it over the hump and to allow us to have a 2020 season. Consider yourself a patron of the arts! I will list all donations in the playbill, and everyone over $250 as "executive producers." No gift is too small, and all gifts are tax deductible. The quick link to the MCP donation page is:

https://www.facebook.com/donate/636839793498691/?fundraiser_source=external_url

To be sure of recognition, please send me a quick email at [email protected] .
Thank you,
Jerry Gideon President, MCP and Producer of Seussical

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