ART
Urinetown
book and lyrics by Greg Kotis
music and lyrics by Mark Hollmann
April 13 — May 4
Marroney Theatre
Season Producer Sponsor: The Harris
Season Media Sponsors: KUAT-FM & KUAZ-AM/FM
Production Sponsor: Barbara Molotsky
This smash musical was one of the most popular of the 2001 Broadway season, winning three 2002 Tony Awards and receiving nationwide critical acclaim. "Urinetown" is set in an Orwellian-type world where a depletion of the earth’s water supply has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. A single malevolent company holds a monopoly over the amenities, profiting by charging fees for one of humanity’s most basic needs.  Among the people, a hero rises up who believes it’s not just a "privilege to pee" — it’s a fundamental right. Bobby Strong leads the revolution in this comedic, satirical, spirited musical with hit songs like "It’s a Privilege to Pee," "Follow Your Heart," and "Run, Freedom, Run."
Director Richard T. Hanson says "Urinetown" is "really contemporary, really modern, but yet it’s old-fashioned at the same time" due to its mixture of musical styles, combining modern rock musical elements with grandiose classical musical comedy moments. "I just love the pastiche; the references to all those classic shows like ‘West Side Story’ and all the others." "Urinetown" also marks Hanson’s final show with ART, as he is retiring at the end of the academic year.
Contains mature themes and violence.
Audience Enrichment: Learn more about "Urinetown" through exciting discussions, which are free and open to the public.
Post-show discussion: April 20, immediately after the performance in the Marroney Theatre. Meet the actors during a Q&A segment facilitated by guest speakers.
Pre-show discussion: April 24 at 6:45 p.m.; check signage in the Tornabene Theatre lobby for discussion location. Guest speakers will lead an exciting dialogue where you can get behind-the-scenes information about the production.
Experience more about "Urinetown Andronicus" through a new blog spot at http://web.cfa.arizona.edu/theatrestudies. It features photos, articles, and other information designed to enhance your experience with the show.
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Show Photos
All photos by Chris Richards
Lovers Bobby Strong, played by Kyle Harris, and Hope Cladwell, played by Stefanie Brown, meet for the first time on the stairs.
Hope Cladwell, played by Stefanie Brown (center), is held hostage by Bobby Strong, played by Kyle Harris, and Little Sally, played by Richelle Meiss.
Officer Lockstock, played by Jeff Guilfoyle, explains the facts of life in a musical to Little Sally, played by Richelle Meiss.
Little Sally, played by Richelle Meiss (left), pays Penelope Pennywise, played by Jaqueline Rez, for a pee while Bobby Strong, played by Kyle Harris, looks on.
Hope Cladwell, played by Stefanie Brown, goes to work for her father, Caldwell B. Cladwell, played by Christopher Violett.
UA Fine Arts Box Office Details
Place: The Marroney and Tornabene Theatres are located on the UA Campus at the southeast corner of Park Avenue and Speedway Boulevard.
Cost/Admission: New season subscriptions will be offered beginning mid-July from $88 - $130 for a six-show season and from $58 - $86 for a four-show season. Single tickets to individual events go on sale to the general public on May 29 for the summer production of Broadway Bound and on August 13 for the remainder of the season.
Ticket Information: The UA Fine Arts Box Office is located at 1025 N. Olive, near the southeast corner of Park Avenue and Speedway Boulevard. Phone: (520) 621-1162, Fax: (520) 626-8052. A convenience fee of $3.00 per order will be charged for phone orders. If you would like your tickets mailed to you, there is an additional $1.50 fee per order. Box Office hours are as follows:
Now to May 3: M-F, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. & 1 hour before show time.
May 7 to May 25: M-F, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 29 to June 29: M–F, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. & 1 hour before show time.
July 2 to July 6: CLOSED
July 9 to August 10: M-F, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
August 13 to December 5: Regular hours, M-F, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. & 1 hour before show time.
Parking: Theatregoers may park in the Park Avenue Garage, located on Park Avenue just north of Speedway Boulevard.
