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Vermont Actors’ Repertory Theatre presents the festive comedy The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge by Mark Brown on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday, December 9 to 12, 7:30 p.m. at the West Rutland Town Hall Theater, Main Street, West Rutland.

After four years of staging Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, the Company decided to present this wonderful new comic rendition of what may have happened a year later, in 1844. First produced in 2004 by the Orlando-UCF Shakespeare Festival, the play is a comedic trial, Ebenezer Scrooge, back to his old ways, is suing Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future for multiple offences. The ghosts employ England's most savvy barrister. Scrooge represents himself. But the Spirit of Future breaks under heavy questioning and admits that Jacob Marley forced the spirits to confess. Judge Pearson gives his verdict: Jacob Marley and the Spirits of Christmas are guilty! Pearson fines the Spirits and terminates their redemptive duties. Rothschild, the Ghost’s lawyer, pleads with the judge not to terminate the Spirits because it's a death sentence. But Scrooge makes an offer that startles all. He admits the Spirits had to go to extraordinary measures for change, so he did the same. The Seattle Times called it, “A sequel worthy of Dickens’ approval.” Talkin' Broadway said: "If you’ve yet to join in the festivities of this holiday season, this may be the play to start with. It has just enough “bah, humbug” in it to ease you slowly into the happiness of the holidays… a delightful new holiday tradition."

The playwright, Mark Brown, is an award-winning writer and actor. His plays also include Around the World in 80 Days, China, The Whole Enchilada, Poe: Deep Into That Darkness Peering and The Little Prince. As an actor he has appeared on stage, screen and TV working with such people as Tom Hanks, George Clooney and Dick Van Dyke. Brown lives in New York City with his wife and daughter.

The Company welcomes director, Glenn Tarbell of Middletown Springs who has directed The Insanity Trial of Mrs. A. Lincoln for ART, as well as having directed for Mill River Union High School’s “Stage 40.” Cast in the show are Bill Cruikshank as Ebenezer Scrooge, Tom Smith as Solomon Rothschild (the defense attorney), Robin Chesnut-Tangerman as Bob Crachit & Jacob Marley, Michael Austin as Judge Stanchfield R. Pearson, Emily Lyons as Mrs. Crachit, Sara Wainwright, Mrs. Dilber and a Translator, Paul Burroughs as Fred & the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, Judi Tompkins as Fan, Belle and the Ghost of Christmas Present, and Gary Boyles as Mr. Connolly, the Bailiff.

The play is stage managed by Chris Billings and Jeff McFarren is technical director. The lighting design is by David Lane, properties design is by Ruthellen Weston, costume design is by Judy Wideawake, Diane Mott, Bobbie Tortensen & Nancy Ellery, make up & hairstyles are by Judi Tompkins, graphic design is by Grove Illustration & Design: Marna Grove and the producers are Ilene Blackman, Sandra Gartner & Peter Marsh.

Reservations are available by calling the Paramount Community Box Office at 802-775-1736. Tickets will be sold at the door nights of performance. Tickets are $18 for general admission. There will be a student rush at a ticket price of $8 starting at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 9 for all students. For more information about Vermont Actors’ Repertory Theatre visit the Company’s Website at www.actorsrepvt.org.

Vermont Actors Repertory Theatre Company will present this show, and the following, in its 2009 – 2010 season: The Belle of Amherst, the acclaimed production starring Bonnie Pritchard as Emily Dickinson, Saturday, January 16^th at 7:30 p.m. at the Paramount Brick Box Theatre and co-presented with the Paramount Theatre, a staged reading of author, Ron Powers’, new play, Sam and Laura, February 19 & 20 at the Paramount Brick Box Theatre, The Rise and Rise of Daniel Rocket, April 21 -25 at the West Rutland Town Hall Theater and the three winners of the Nor’Eastern Play Writing Contest on May 14 & 15 at 7:30 p.m., also in the Paramount’s Brick Box Theatre.

Noises Off presented by Marble Valley Players

The Marble Valley Players will present Michael Frayn's delightful farce "Noises Off" at the West Rutland Town Hall Theater over two weekends, Oct. 9, 10, 11, 16 & 17. The story of Noises Off, if you can call it a story, depicts the onstage and backstage antics of a fifth-rate acting troupe touring in an awful sex farce. Nothing On is the title of this play-within-a-play. Noises Off is a glorious opportunity to watch seven slamming doors, one breaking window, 10 trips up and down stairs and 17 false entrances, while listening to 73 flubbed lines, 46 miscues, one dramatic highlight, 22 double entendres, six regular entendres and a million laughs... all while trying to find a missing plate of sardines. The result is by far the craziest comedy ever to hit the stage -- a farce by which all others must now be measured. It's not an easy play to pull off. Timing is critical. Actors must memorize lines that ultimately don't make any sense, as well as frenetic blocking that expend more energy than a marathon. What's more it takes real discipline for the actors not to break up themselves.

Even more of a challenge is the set...someone has to build this two-story set and hang seven doors! As this play proves, theater can be as much fun behind the scenes as it is on stage. Tickets are $12.00 are available at the door, West Rutland Town Office and the Paramount Theater box office.

Town Wide Garage Sale - September 26th

TOWN WIDE GARAGE SALE - Saturday, September 26th
After the huge success in the spring, The Town is organizing a second Town Wide Yard Sale for this year. Now is your chance to clean out those unwanted items from your basements and attics. Remember one person’s junk is another person’s treasurer. Register your sale with the town for $10 by September 18th to be included on the town wide map. Or if you prefer, rent a space on the Town Hall lawn – a 10x10 space is $20.00. (bring your own tables). Call the Town Office for more information 438-2263.

The Rocky Horror Show REVIVAL at West Rutland Town Hall Auditorium

Back by popular demand, Jacob Patorti and Inn One Theatrics presents this classic. If you missed this show last year, you will not want to let another one go by!

May 29th 8:00p.m. AND Midnight
May 30th 8:00p.m. AND Midnight
Tickets: $10 before May 25th, and $13 after.
ON SALE NOW at Phototec (Woodstock Ave, Rutland)

Director Jacob Patorti brings this hilarious sexual comedy back to life on the West Rutland stage with a few new tricks and surprises. James Lorentz is sure to strut his stuff as Frank N Furter, while Eddie Crelin and Jessica Bullock continue as the zany 50’s couple, Brad and Janet. From Julie Redington and Lily Campbell as Magenta and Columbia, Wheaton Squire as Riff Raff and Martin Bones and John Papais as Dr. Scott and the Narrator, this cast has got it all! Same as last year, dressing in traditional Rocky Horror Drag is highly recommended! Come join Inn One Theatrics and let your inner Transylvanian out!

For more information email innonetheatrics@gmail.com

Green Up Day - May 2nd

GREEN UP DAY- SATURDAY MAY 2nd
Meet at the Town Hall at 9:00 AM.Refreshments to follow. Bring rubber gloves, work clothes, boots and insect repellent. Questions? For more information call the Town Hall @ 438-2263

APPLIANCE PICK – UP DAY
The annual appliance and tire pick-up is scheduled for Saturday May 2nd. Vouchers must be purchased prior at the Town Hall, Treasurer’s Office: Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Appliances cost $12.00 each and Tires $3.00 each

The Marble Valley Players will present Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman's farce

The play first appeared on Broadway in 1939, followed by a movie starring Bette Davis in 1942. There have been many revivals of this all American classic, most recently in 2000 starring Nathan Lane.

In this hilarious comedy, the outlandish NYC radio wit, Sheridan Whiteside, is invited to dine at the home of the prominent Stanley family in a small Midwestern town. A slip on a patch of ice outside their door lands him in a wheelchair. A tumultuous six weeks of confinement follow, during which Whiteside monopolizes the living room and takes over the Stanley household. Before it's over, penguins in the library, an octopus in the cellar, convicts at dinner and visiting movie stars all seem commonplace.

Director Charlotte Gillam and co-director Val Gravelle have assembled a veteran cast to play a most extravagant array of eccentric characters.
Performances will run two weekends, Friday and Saturday, March 13 & 14 and March 20 & 21 at 8:00PM. There will also be a Sunday matinee on March 15th at 2:00PM. Tickets are available at the door on performance nights or in advance at the West Rutland Town Hall offices and the Paramount theater box office or on line at www.paramountlive.org.

Tree Lighting and Santa Arrival held Dec. 6th.

This year to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Town Hall a fireworks display was included in the celebration. It was a beautiful evening and the large turnout was an indication of the Town's true spirit in celebrating a West Rutland tradition. Thank you to our generous sponsors who made this celebration possible: Wal-Mart and LaValley's Building Supply.

Peter Huntoon's watercolor print for sale.

In celebration of the Town Hall 100th Anniversary, Local Artist Peter Huntoon has composed an original watercolor of the West Rutland Town Hall. Each Giclee print is of exceptional quality, signed and numbered by the artist and offers a tremendous fine art value that can last for generations. With your purchase of a print you will also show your support for the community and the continued renovation effort of the West Rutland Town Hall. Click here to print order form.

West Rutland opens a new recreation trail at Annual Town Picnic

The official opening of the West Rutland Town Farm Trail took place on Sunday, September 21, 2008 at 11:00 am. Residents were invited to cut the ribbon at the pedestrian bridge (near the soccer field) and take a guided tour of the one-mile loop. Immediately following enjoy hot dogs and ice cream provided by the Rotary Club. Tom Joyce the magician also performed his tricks to children of all ages.

The opening of the Town Farm trail will create a new and quality hiking / trail experience in the Rutland area and more specifically at the popular West Rutland Recreation Area, which is a few minutes walk from West Rutland’s largest residential neighborhood. This project is effectively an extension of a 1/3 mile long Pedestrian/Bike path built during 2005. The bike path leads from RT 133 (Clarendon Ave.), a major West Rutland artery, to the Recreation Area. The new trail begins at point adjacent to the soccer field beginning with a 60’ long and 6’ wide pedestrian bridge which crosses the Clarendon River. It was constructed in large part through a grant through Vermont Recreation Trail Grant Program in accordance with Vermont Forest, Park and Recreation trail standards by the Vermont Youth Conservation Corp. Trail usage will be all non-motorized, such as; hiking, running, mountain biking, XC skiing and snowshoeing. The trial is one mile long and has an elevation change of 300 vertical feet.

The trail will pass through very esthetically pleasing and diverse areas, such as; a river crossing, wet lands, small cliffs and upland forest. Per Jeffrey V. Freeman author of Vermont’s Largest Trees the state’s largest Beech tree is also on this site.

West Rutland Town Hall kicks off 100th Anniversary

The official grand reopening of the West Rutland Town Hall took place on March 27th , 2008 at 7:00 pm. Governor Douglas cut the ribbon as the Town unveiled for the first time the completed renovations to this historic building.

The building is a vital component of the town and officials and supporters were committed to restoring its historical integrity while improving its long-term functionality. Their goal was to complete the renovation by 2008, which coincides with the 100th anniversary of the West Rutland Town Hall.

That goal is being realized today after years of efforts. Beginning in 1986, at the Town’s Centennial celebration, a small gathering of community members interested in preservation of the historic building was formed. The Friends of the West Rutland Town Hall, Inc. worked in partnership with the Town towards the complete restoration by 2008.

With the 100th year anniversary, this timely restoration will highlight the town’s historical relevance and commitment and enhance its future potential. A number of events throughout 2008 will be planned ending with a fireworks display at the Town’s Annual Tree Lighting to be held on December 6th.

Over $1.2 million in renovations were raised from a variety of fundraising sources: The Town and School, Vermont Housing and Conservation, Historic Preservation of Vermont, Vermont Community Development, The West Rutland Alumni Association, and the Friends of the Town Hall. The Friends Annual Tasting Supper was also a major contributor for the project, drawing hundreds of attendees throughout the region. In addition, the Historical Society, the Vermont Arts Council, the Carving Studio and the Marble Valley Players as well as various residents and businesses contributed with cash donations and in-kind labor and materials.

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