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Show ' Ssss&'i Angmt 28, 1998 Over-The-T- The Summit County Bee 9W&.is v Coalville Acting, Dry Script, Leave Audiences Feeling Stranded Literary and...JVUiroohed Over Buffalo Club op BY JAMES W. POWELL lifeKyleSpails Editor the script to get the laughs so she raises her voice an octave in an farce about making it big in Hollywood, a few madcap scenes can be expected,' maybe even desired. But in the la teat Egyptian In Theatre Company production. Moon Over Buffalo, the script and the acton take it a bit too far. Written by Ken Ludwig, Moon Over Buffalo is set in Buffalo in die summer of 1953. The play centers around Geoige and Charlotte Hay, a couple of actore in Hollywood but who are currently on a downward spiral of struggling acton fighting to get Noticed, when a famous director ia expected to visit their theatre in the hoftea of recruiting than for a new film. Sieve Phillips does 1 fine job portraying Geoige, but nis character never really stays constant. In one scene he appeal to he a caring, fun loving husband, in the next, a womanizer who obviously likes to sleep around. With everyone badgering him about either the (days or his illeno wonder be gitimate child-to-bgets drunk and nearly ruins his career. e, As for Joan Mullsneys portrayal of Georges wife, Charlotte, talk about Shes just too loud, almost as if she doesnt trust over-the-to- Wellness Center attempt 1 to make up for it. Unfortunately, it doesnt work. At least, not in the first act As a matter of fact, aside from introducing the player, not much works in the first act We meet the struggling couple; their daughter, Rosalind (Stephanie Howell); who is attempting to get out of show biz and into advertising; her fiance, Howard (Jeffery Owen), a television weatherman; Rosalinds former love, Paul (Joe Morgan), who finds himself still attracted to her; Eileen (Anna Greenfield), who is pregnant with Georges child; Ethel (Anita Booher), the aging grandmother; and Richard Maynard (Ron Johnson), who wants Charlotte to ran away with him. Unfortunately, none of these chsracten really jump off the stage in the first half and most of the supporting cast seem to be forgotten, showing up only to move the plot forward! Moat of this can be blamed on a poor script that never develops them, but the often times too loud seting doesnt help. Even die blatantly obvious foiled attempts of cigarette smoking ' become distracting. With this blend of characters and events, with a prominent director Little Bridge Hollow Located in Wanship across from the State Road Shed viewing the show while George is severely inebriated, with Roe foiling for Paul, and with an weatherman getting in the way as he tries to meet the famous couple, it's obvious what is going to happen. Yet even with this knowledge the playing out of the inevitable is. what makes this production palatable. Once the Second Act gets underway, the action atarts rolling and the humor finally shines through. Several hilarious moments spring forth from Georges drunkenness, including a great scene when he walks on stage in die wrong e. Although the humor is a little sparse in the first half, die finale dues make the play a worthy venture. Most of the Beenes make for a good laugh, but for somd, the second act could be considered too little too lste. Even though the play itself isnt its cracked up to be, the. first thing anyone will notice upon entering the theatre is the wonderful set design. Mamie Sears did an amazing job with the double- deck set, placing the dressing room on the main stage and the actors stage on the second lcveL With five doors in the dressing 'room leading every which way, the set plays a key role in a number of foe more .funny scenes. all - Unfortunately, a good set, no matter cant make up for a poor story. Too bad a funny second half can't either. Moon Over Buffalo is now playing at the Egyptian Theatre in Park City DUDHkJMkiDC keaecSfiyuLMT Sudi Bates RN.LMT hodljr Prsctioi ThenpMlicMNNi TkcnpMtic MmkB Call 336-21- 12 for an appointment! and every Thursday, Friday, Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Tickets range from Call 1 for tickets and (435) $8-$1- 5. 649-937- Bage7A Fidelity Investments To Host Inaugural Park City International Jazz Festival The Coalville Literary Club met on July 22 at the lloytsville Park for their summer party. A delicious potiuck dinner was enjoyed by all A spedal guest speaker, Christine Motaea, author of Guide Me Tb Eternity, shared her powerful story. Christine snd her husband John were happily married with five beautiful children. One April afternoon, they decided to take their boat to Yuba Lake for a day out on the water; along with their three youngest children. Little did Christine know that this would be the last few hours together with her husband on this earth. Christine shared with us the heartache she felt as she watched her husband drown, the pain of knowing that her children would grow up without their father, and the realization that she would have to go on without John, even through the birth of their sixth child. However, through all of her struggles she told of the happy times she had with John, the comfort she received from foe spirit, and shared her unique personal testimony of Aug. A resonant jazz tempo will echo through Utah's spectacular Wasatch Mountains when Fidelity Investments sponsor the first-evinternational jazz festival in Park City. The once .sliver mining town turned hsven for cultural events will create an inspirmusiing backdrop for die four-da- y cal extravaganza Aug. 27-3The Fidelity Investments Psrk City Jazz Festival will feature music by jazz greats Herbie Mann, Dianne Reeves, Arturo Sandovsl, Boney James, Rick Braun, Eric Marienthal, Kitty Margolis, Tom Nolan and Strong Medicine, Peter Erskine and Greg Floor. In addition, bands such as the Royal Crown Revue, New York Varices, Onjuestra Pachenga, Ray Brown Trio, Eddie' Daniels Quartet and Heavy Metal Homs will perform at various indoor and outdoor venues throughout the town of Park Q'ty. We are proud to partner with the Park City Chamber of Commerce to musical event to bring a world-clas- s Utah, says Scott Gygi, Fidelity Investments senior vice president and Salt Lake City regional general manager. This event will showcase er rough-and-tumb- le 0. of Wasatch Mountain Train Ride To Historic Tate Barn ' how great, - ?-- On Saturday, Sept 19, bom 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the public is invited aboard the Heber Wiley Railroad for an excursion to raise funds to help restore the historic Tate Bam in Wasatch County.' The Thte Bam TYain Ride is spearheaded by foe newlyfotmed Friends Mountain State Park, to restore Thte Bam because of its worth as an architectural landmark a symbol of Heber Vrikys and farming and ranching community. Leaving at 10:30 a.m. from the Heber Vslley Railroad terminal grounds located at 450 South 600 West, the Thte Bara Train Ride will travel across farmlands of the valley to the north end of Deer Cnek reservoir: The train wifi stop at the Thte Bara where passengers may view the enormity of foe project Once owned by Frands Thte, this bam was built and used at foe as s dairy farm for decades. Time and weather hive taken their toll on of. Wssatcfa litis .organization is working u foe structure and a large portion of the roof has collapsed. In addition to the train ride, guests will hear from invited guest speakers, Senator Bob Bennett and Chris ' Cannon. Congressman Biucgrass band Fire On The Mountain will perform, a light lunch will be served and a local personality will give a historic perspective of the Thte Bam. Guests 27-3- 0 ome of the most extraordinary talent in the world of jazz. Fidelity is excited to have its name associated with such an exciting new community experience. In addition to bringing in great talent, organizers and participating entertainers have developed enticing educational opportunities and outreach programs in conjunction with foe Festival. A variety of clinics and workshops will be available to Festival goer to enrich understanding, foster participation and create a deeper appreciation for jazz music. Ginic topics include: Listening to Jazz, History erf Jazz, Improvisation Techniques, Song Writing, Singing Jazz, and Starting a Local Jazz Program in Your School In addition, special workshops by Peter Erskine and his trio, Jerry Coker, Tom Nolan and Rick Braun will be available. The. Utah State Office of Education has approved most of the clinics and workshops allowing credit for local educators. Local school bands will also have opportunities to play in Park City public spaces throughout foe festcom--muni- ty ival Park City officials predict a strong future for foe Festival Our dan is create an event that win become internationally renown and take on a life of its own, says Joan Calder; executive director of foe Park City Chamber of Commerce. The Investments Park Jazz Fidelity Gty Festival has the potential to become is well known foe New Orleans Jazz Festival We are delighted to have foe support and reputation of Fidelity to help make thin happen. Individual and multiple-da- y ticket u packages are available through Smith Tlxx by calling Park City .offers a wide variety of lodging and dinning opportunities. For Jazz Festival information of or to inquire about lodging and din, .will also, hear a brief description foe 2002 Winter Olympic crossning ut Park City, contact the Paris Chamber of and biathlon venues, Gty country skiing which will be located near the bam. CommerceConvention & Visitors Or check Reservations are required for the Bureau at 800453-136- 0. Thte Bara Tain Ride. Ticket prices out foe Park Gty Chamber web site, are .$25 for adults and $10 for chilwww.parkcityinfo.com. dren ages three to 12. A $50 family Fidelitys Western Regional site in Silt Lake City employs more than ticket for two adults and two children is also available. Drawings for 1,400 in downtown Salt Lake and great prizes will be offered on the offers a variety of career and return trip to Heber All proceeds go employment opportunities. Headquartered in. Boston, Mass toward the restoration project. Tickets are tax deductible as allowed Fidelity Investments is the nation's by law. Please call Heber Vhlley largest mutual fund company and Railroad for reservations at (435) one of the leading providers of financial services.. 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