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50th Anniversary Celebration
Alumni Reunion Weekend
July 4-6, 2008
Were you involved in a Zilker Summer Musical production (onstage, backstage, orchestra, production staff, volunteer, board of directors)? If so, we invite you to join us for a weekend of 50th Anniversary Alumni Events... just for YOU!!
The Zilker Summer Musical is celebrating 50 continuous years of free to the public, outdoor musical theater. As someone who made this tradition possible, don't miss this opportunity to reconnect with friends in Austin for an outstanding weekend of celebration, memory sharing and performances!
We hope you will join us for all or some part of this magical, memorable Zilker Alumni Weekend (details appear below).
If you are unable to join us, please consider making a contribution to support the 50th Anniversary production. Our new secure online donation form makes it quick and easy!
Thank you for the role(s) you have played to keep this unique Austin tradition alive!!
Scott Schroeder
Artistic Director
Zilker Theatre Productions
Zilker Alumni Weekend Event Schedule
Friday, July 4:
7pm – 10pm • Alumni Reunion
NXNW Restaurant
10010 Capital of TX Hwy N
Austin, TX 78759
512-467-6969
Directions: http://www.nxnwbrew.com/directions.php
Details:
Please bring your family/significant others to join us for snacks, drinks and memory sharing. NXNW (North by Northwest) Restaurant has graciously reserved their patio for Zilker Summer Musical Alumni and are providing a keg or two of beer for us. Other delicious drinks and food will be available for purchase.
Saturday, July 5:
12 noon – 1:30pm • Alumni Luncheon [RSVP requested]
Long Center for the Performing Arts, Kodosky Donor Lounge
701 W. Riverside Drive
Austin, TX 78704
512-474-5664
Directions: http://www.thelongcenter.org/visit.aspx?id=1218
Parking: http://www.thelongcenter.org/visit.aspx?id=1220
Details:
Join us for a catered luncheon for alumni and their family/significant others ($10.00 per person; cash/check) in the Kodosky Donor Lounge in the beautiful new Long Center for the Performing Arts.
If you will be joining us for the Alumni Luncheon, please RSVP by July 3, 2008. In your message, please include your name and the number of people in your party.
1:30pm – 2:30pm • Tribute Show Alumni Participant Rehearsal
Long Center for the Performing Arts, Dell Hall
701 W. Riverside Drive
Austin, TX 78704
512-474-5664
Directions: http://www.thelongcenter.org/visit.aspx?id=1218
Parking: http://www.thelongcenter.org/visit.aspx?id=1220
Details:
All alumni wishing to participate in the opening number of the Tribute Show will meet in Dell Hall to rehearse the opening number "There's No Business Like Show Business." All alumni, casts and crews alike, are welcome to participate!
8:30pm – 11:00pm • Disney's Beauty and the Beast
Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater
Zilker Park, across from Barton Springs Pool
Directions: http://www.zilker.org/thehill.html
Details:
Join us out at the Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater for our special "Alumni Night" presentation of Disney's Beauty and the Beast. Bring a blanket to sit on with your family and friends to enjoy this great family classic! Be sure to get there early to get a good seat. Also, if you have special needs such as handicap seating, please contact zilkerinfo@yahoo.com or 512-479-9491 and we will try to make arrangements to reserve a place down front of the stage.
Sunday, July 6:
3:00pm – 4:30pm • 50th Anniversary Zilker Summer Musical Tribute Show
Long Center for the Performing Arts, Dell Hall
701 W. Riverside Drive
Austin, TX 78704
512-474-5664
Directions: http://www.thelongcenter.org/visit.aspx?id=1218
Parking: http://www.thelongcenter.org/visit.aspx?id=1220
Details:
For performance details and ticket information, see our 50th Anniversary Tribute Show page.
(Note: All alumni performing on stage during the show are asked to check in between 2:00-2:30pm with the Stage Managers)
4:30pm – 5:30pm • Alumni Cast Party
Backstage in Dell Hall
Details:
For all alumni attending the Tribute Show, please join us backstage for a special "Cast Party" after the show!
For more information about Zilker's 50th Anniversary Celebration
contact us at 512-479-9491 or zilker50@gmail.com
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