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February 14, 2024 SCP On Stage Newsletter

Hello, friends of SCP!

 
We have quite a few wonderful events happening at the Corner Playhouse in the next month, so get ready to mark your calendars!
 
Tickets are now available to purchase for the Red Carpet Gala event happening on Sunday, March 10th! Get ready to strut your stuff down the Red Carpet! Tickets are now available for Downriver’s hottest party celebrating and watching Hollywood’s most star-studded night!
 
Your $25 tickets buys you admission to the party, plus:
  • One (1) raffle ticket that could win you amazing prizes
  • One (1) non-alcoholic beverage
  • Our FULLY loaded baked potato bar – courtesy of Major Biddle’s
  • Desserts, snacks, and MORE!
Dress for the Red Carpet or come in costume as your favorite celeb because winners of Best Dressed Award and Costume Contest will be awarded a phenomenal prize! We’ll also be holding a 50/50 raffle with tickets available for purchase throughout the evening to support SCP. This event is 18+. Raffles and tickets at the event can be purchased using cash or Zelle! Those attendees 21 and older may choose to BYOB. 
 
Tickets can be purchased here. BUT DON’T WAIT! Ticket sales will CLOSE 2 weeks before the event on February 25th!
 
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Next up we have our favorite cover band back at the Corner Playhouse! 
 
Ship to Nowhere, an eclectic covers band composed of local thespians, returns to the SCP Corner Playhouse to play favorites old and new. Entry is $10 general admission and benefits SCP! Ship to Nowhere features the talents of Karen Danke, Kirk Haas, Samantha Odom, Josie Stec, Christine Steves, and Mo Thomas. 
 
As always, our friends at STN donate every dollar in ticket sales to SCP!
 
Tickets can be purchased here.
 
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We have also started rehearsals for our next main stage show, While The Lights Were Out. Being produced March 29 – April 7.
 
This murder mystery farce is not one to be missed! Rehearsals have just begun but this cast is already knocking it out of the park. This show welcomes a lot of new members to our group and we are so very excited to have them at SCP
 
Mark your calendars because tickets go on sale February 16!
 
More information can always be found on our website
 
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Last but not least, a brava to our Young People’s Theater who is getting ready to open their SOLD OUT run of The Music Man Jr this week! Because they will be in the theater Wednesday for their final rehearsal, we will NOT be having Open Community Night this Wednesday, February 14. 
 
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We will resume Open Community Nights next Wednesday, February 21 at the SCP Corner Playhouse, 12671 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate, MI 48195 from 6:30pm-9:30pm. Come check out what we’re working on and say hello!
 
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See you at the theater!
 
Alexis Bartrum
Membership Chair
SCP Board of Directors

December 20, 2023 SCP On Stage Newsletter

Hello, Friends of SCP!

 
Mark your calendars for this Friday, December 22nd!!! This year we’re bringing the Yuletide spirit to the Playhouse with a Christmas Karaoke Pajama Party! Wear your coziest PJs and get ready to sing your heart out – Christmas songs are encouraged, but not required! Sip nog, eat Christmas cookies, and start your Christmas weekend off with a bang!
 
$10 per person at the door, 18+! Those 21 and over can BYOB.
 
12671 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate, MI 48195
 
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See you at the theater!

 
 
Alexis Bartrum
Membership Chair
SCP Board of Directors
 
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November 13, 2023 SCP On Stage Newsletter

Hello, Friends of SCP! 

 
This Saturday ONLY we are having a special evening of Improv at the Playhouse! Join Southgate Community Players as we welcome an All-Star group of Improv Comedians to the Playhouse for a night of adult improv comedy! These hilarious folks have performed at Second City, Joey’s Comedy Club, Planet Ant, and beyond. Now they’re ready to tackle the Playhouse.
 
$10 will get you a hilarious night of comedy while supporting SCP. Tickets are available now on our website. Open to those 18 and older.
 
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See you at the theater!
 
 
 
Alexis Bartrum
Membership Chair
SCP Board of Directors
 
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Today! October 16, 2023 Panera Bread Fundraiser

Hello, Friends of SCP! 

 
Today is the day! Visit the Panera Bread on Eureka Rd in Taylor between 4pm and 8pm to support Southgate Community Players! Don’t forget to show the flyer below if you’re in person or use the code FUND4U if you’re ordering online. We are receiving 40% of the sales, which is HUGE! 
 
All proceeds from this fundraiser will go towards our ongoing transition of taking our Corner Playhouse from a rehearsal and storage space to a home for all to enjoy and participate in great community theater downriver.
 
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See you at Panera! 
 
Alexis Bartrum
Membership Chair
SCP Board of Directors
 

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October 10, 2023 SCP On Stage Newsletter

Hello, Friends of SCP!

 
A HUGE congratulations to the cast and crew of Steel Magnolias on a fantastic opening weekend! Both performances brought audiences to their feet with a standing ovation during bows. Brava! 
 
Don’t miss your chance to see this amazing production this upcoming weekend! Two chances remain because our closing performance is SOLD OUT. There are roughly 30 tickets left for each of the Friday and Saturday 7:30pm performances. So do not hesitate to purchase tickets on our website today!!!
 
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We also have a great fundraiser coming up to support SCP by dining or getting carry-out from Panera Bread located at 23301 Eureka Rd on October 16th from 4pm-8pm. There is a digital code FUND4U that can be entered during online ordering or simply pull up this e-mail in person at Panera when you order and show them the flyer below. 
 
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See you at the theater!
 
 
Alexis Bartrum
Membership Chair
SCP Board of Directors
 

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October 6, 2023 SCP On Stage Newsletter

Hello, Friends of SCP! 

 
Southgate Community Players first main stage production of the season Steel Magnolias opens tonight! Featuring the talents of Hannah Bogda, Kayla Chavez, Sydnee Corbin, Jeanne Edwards, Jema McCardell, and Josie Stec.
 
Performances run tonight October 6th, Saturday October 7th, Friday October 13th, Saturday October 14th all at 7:30pm and Sunday October 15th at 2:30pm. Performances will take place at the SCP Corner Playhouse located at 12671 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate, MI 48195.
 
But DON’T WAIT to get tickets because we are already SOLD OUT for Sunday, October 15th and only 2 tickets remain for this Saturday, October 7th. 
 
Individual tickets can be purchased on our website. And new this year is the Flex Pass! The Flex Pass is a one time cost of $45 that gives you four tickets to our three main stage shows. You could see each show once and bring a friend to one or see one show multiple times, totally up to you! More information and how to purchase can be found on our website. 
 
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If you haven’t already done so, please feel free to give our facebook page a like and check out our website as well!
 
See you at the theater!
 
 
Alexis Bartrum
Membership Chair
SCP Board of Directors
 
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September 28, 2023 SCP On Stage Newsletter

Hello, Friends of SCP!

 
Southgate Community Players first main stage production of the season Steel Magnolias opens in just over a week on October 6th! Featuring the talents of Hannah Bogda, Kayla Chavez, Sydnee Corbin, Jeanne Edwards, Jema McCardell, and Josie Stec.
 
Performances run Friday October 6th, Saturday October 7th, Friday October 13th, Saturday October 14th all at 7:30pm and Sunday October 15th at 2:30pm. Performances will take place at the SCP Corner Playhouse located at 12671 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate, MI 48195.
 
Individual tickets can be purchased on our website. And new this year is the Flex Pass! The Flex Pass is a one time cost of $45 that gives you four tickets to our three main stage shows. You could see each show once and bring a friend to one or see one show multiple times, totally up to you! More information and how to purchase can be found on our website. 
 
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If you haven’t already done so, please feel free to give our facebook page a like and check out our website as well!
 
See you at the theater!
 
 
Alexis Bartrum
Membership Chair
SCP Board of Directors
 
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September 6, 2023 SCP On Stage Newsletter

Hello, Friends of SCP! 

 
Somehow we’re already into September which means the theater season is in full swing! We’ve got one last opportunity to take bottle donations this upcoming weekend. And don’t forget to mark your calendars for the upcoming auditions and shows taking place this month and next! Happy (almost) fall, y’all! 
 
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Donations can either be dropped off at the SCP Corner Playhouse, 12671 Dix Toledo Rd, Southgate, MI 48195 OR you can send an email to southgatecommunityplayers@gmail.com to schedule a porch pick anytime! Feel free to spread the word and send this along to anyone that has bottles to donate! 
 
Next up we have auditions for our Young Peoples’ Production of “Still Life With Iris” on Sunday, September 17th and Monday, December 18th at 6pm at the SCP Corner Playhouse.
 
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More information can be found on our website or our facebook event.
 
There will also be auditions for a female teen vocal group.

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Those interested can find more information on either our website or our facebook event.
 
And don’t forget to snag those tickets to Steel Magnolias while you’re on our website! We’re just one month away from opening and with tickets already selling, you don’t want to miss out on seeing this terrific show starring Hannah Bogda, Kayla Chavez, Sydnee Corbin, Jeanne Edwards, Jema McCardell, and Josie Stec. 
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See you at the theater!
 
 
Alexis Bartrum
Membership Chair
SCP Board of Directors
 
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August 21, 2023 Heat the Seats Fundraiser Update – Rocket Companies Community Challenge

Hello, Friends of SCP! 

SCP is currently participating in the 2023 Community Challenge, sponsored by Rocket Companies. THIS WEEK ONLY, $25 of any donation made to SCP at this link will be matched by Rocket! This is a great opportunity to help keep fabulous shows on our stage, and to make sure all patrons and volunteers are comfortable in our space. We are working towards replacing our current HVAC units and maintenance on the building. Help us Freeze and Heat the Seats for the 23-24 season! 
 
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Alexis Bartrum
Membership Chair
SCP Board of Directors
 
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