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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a H-I-T! AlexandriaNews.org Alexandria Times Maryland Theatre Guide Connection Newspapers (pages 21 and 22)  Carl Williams as Dan Dad, Josh Goldman as Carl Dad, and Emily Jonas as Logainne Schwartzandgrubenniere

The WATCH nominations for 2011 were announced on Sunday, January 15th and LTA received 43 nominations!! The full list of nominees from all theaters can be found on the WATCH website at www.washingtontheater.org . Congrats to all of our nominees! The award ceremony will take place on Sunday, March 11, 2012 at the Birchmere in Alexandria, VA. Tickets can be purchased in person at the Birchmere or through Ticketmaster. The ceremony frequently sells out, so purchasing early is highly recommended. THE LITTLE THEATRE OF ALEXANDRIA 6 productions received a total of 43 nominations §   Hairspray 22 nominations §   Outstanding Cameo in a Musical, Scott J. Strasbaugh as “Mr. Pinky” §   Outstanding Cameo in a Musical, Gina C. Tomkus as “Matron/Gym Teacher” §   Outstanding Cameo in a Musical, Mark Williams as “High School Principal” §   Outstanding Choreography, Ivan Davila §   Outstanding Costume Design in a Musical, Jean Schlichting & Kit Sibley §   Outst...

Carl Williams (Dan Dad), Josh Goldman (Carl Dad), and Emily "EJ" Jonas (Logainne) Maureeen Rohn (Olive Ostrovsky) and Amy Conley (Rona Lisa Perretti) Matt Williams (William Barfree) and cast of Spelling Bee! To see a full gallery of photos, visit our LTA Facebook page: LTA Facebook Page Photos by Shane Canfield

The cast of The 25 th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee opening Jan 14 at LTA not only practice their spelling but also their singing.  In pics below, Claire O’Brien (Mary Parks) conducts Emily Jonas (Logainne SchwartzandGrubeniere) while Matt Williams (William Barfee) signs about his “Magic Foot.”  A true crowd pleaser, this spelling bee should cure your winter blues!

LTA is happy to announce our 2012-2013 Season!  Below you will find the titles, playwrights, genre, and the approximate time slot the show will be performed.  The Board of Governors always strive to put together a diverse season both in genre, style, and technical requirements.  We feel we have accomplished this with our 2012-2013 season, and we hope you will find something on the list that may peak your interest! Copies of the selected scripts will be available for perusal during normal business hours or through special arrangements with the LTA's Business Manager, Virginia Lacey (703 683-5778x2 or  virginia@thelittletheatre.com ). All director candidates should submit a current Theatrical Resume and a “Vision Statements” for the plays they are interested in directing to  ken.crowley@lmco.com .   Applications must be received by February 1,  2012.  Questions?  Contact Ken Crowley at ken.crowley@lmco.com . LTA's 2012-2013...