At the Playhouse...

 The Adventures of Tom Sawyer

May 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, & 13

Tickets are available online by clicking here!

Have you ever longed to be young again? Have you ever felt a nostalgic yearning to go back to the days of your childhood and recapture the thrills and joys of that period? Based on the classic, beloved American novel by Mark Twain, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer tells the story of young Tom and his uproarious adventures, ranging from the famous whitewashing scene to the discovery of hidden treasure, the rescue of Becky Thatcher, and the sad demise of Joe. One of the earliest stage adaptations of the novel, this play maintains the original charm of Twain’s writing. Adapted by Wilbur Braun, and directed by John Henry Steelman.

For tickets or information call (724) 464-0725.

Tickets are available online by clicking here!

IPI Annual Meeting

All members of the community are invited to the Indiana Players' 2012 annual meeting. It takes place on Wednesday, May 16, at 7pm at the Philadelphia Street Playhouse. Three board of director positions will be up for election.*

• Vice President

  • The Vice-President will perform all duties and exercise all powers of the President when the President is absent or is otherwise unable to perform presidential duties, and shall oversee the professional quality of each IPI show. S/he will be available to each director for consultations and when deemed necessary by the Board, may intercede with a director in order to maintain the theatrical integrity and consistency of the IPI productions. S/he is responsible for assuring that there are a sufficient number of show proposals to generate a season. The Vice-President will perform such other duties as may be prescribed from time to time by the Board of Directors.

• Soft Tech Director

  • Responsibilities for this Directorship include supervision of the organization and maintenance of all props, costumes, and make-up belonging to IPI, including cataloging present and new items, and maintaining a sign-out and return record for the loan of any costumes or props. S/he will also maintain a list of all available Players who have indicated a desire to work with soft-tech and will assist each show director with securing adequate crews. Some of these duties may be delegated to persons holding approved non-board positions as provided in Article VI.

• Theater Manager

  • The Theater Manager will serve as a clearing house and a liaison between and among the other Board Members in matters relating to the theater. Responsibilities include arrangements for the theater maintenance and repairs, in collaboration with the Board. S/he also will be responsible for maintenance and general appearance of lobby and auditorium.

All election positions are for a term of two years. Prior to voting, each candidate will have the opportunity to address the membership with a one to three minute statement of his or her qualifications.

IPI members whose dues are current and who are at least 16 years of age will be allowed to vote. Only members whose dues are current and who are at least 18 years of age will be allowed to run for office. Dues will be accepted at the meeting before voting takes place.

 May 16 at 7pm

At the Philadelphia Street Playhouse

725 Philadelphia Street, Downtown Indiana

*Please Note: There was an error in the Spring 2012 IPI Newsletter. Hard Tech Director is not up for election; only the three positions listed above are. Sorry for any inconvenience.

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