EXPERIENCE
World-Class Talent.
SHOWS:
Friday, July 24, 7pm
Saturday, July 25, 7pm
Sunday, July 26, 2pm
General Admission - $10
Children (12 and under) - $5
The Hart Community Performing Arts Association invites audiences to celebrate the warmth, humor, and timeless music of the holiday season this summer with its production of Irving Berlin's White Christmas. Performances will be held July 24–26 at the Hart Public Schools Auditorium.
Based on the beloved 1954 Paramount Pictures film starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, and Vera-Ellen, White Christmas has become a cherished holiday tradition for generations. The Broadway adaptation expands on the classic movie with dazzling production numbers, memorable characters, and a score filled with some of Irving Berlin's most beloved songs, including "Blue Skies," "Sisters," "Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep," and the iconic title song, "White Christmas."
Set in the years following World War II, the story follows successful entertainers Bob Wallace and Phil Davis as they join forces with aspiring performers Betty and Judy Haynes. Their journey leads them to a struggling Vermont inn owned by their former Army commander, General Waverly. Determined to help their beloved commander, the group devises a spectacular holiday show that rekindles old friendships, sparks new romances, and reminds everyone of the true spirit of Christmas.
Under the direction of David Moul, this community production features a talented cast of performers from throughout the area, along with an enthusiastic ensemble and children's chorus. Audiences can expect energetic choreography, classic Broadway-style vocals, colorful costumes, and the nostalgic charm that has made White Christmas a favorite for more than seventy years.
THE CAST:
Bob Wallace – Daniel Bowman
Phil Davis – Jesse Bowman
Betty Haynes – Rachel Moore
Judy Haynes – Becca Gale
General Waverly – Marshall Moore
Martha Watson – Kendra Larios-Mendez
Susan Waverly – Clarisse Perigard and Valorie Seymour
Ralph Sheldrake – Jackson Forner
Rita – Olivia DeBrot
Rhoda – Grace McGhan
Ezekiel Foster / Snoring Man – Al Moul
Mike – Krista Moul
Miss Snoring Man – Maggie Bowman
Tessie – Mercedes Gale
Jimmy – Asher Zost
Dance Captain / Cigarette Girl – Hannah Johnson
Seamstress – Lucy Hayes
Sheldrake's Secretary – Anna Rapa
Train Conductor – Victoria Williams
Ensemble:
Julie Ash, Danica Elder, McKenna Erb, Jude Gage, Edmund Hayes, Calvin Helms, Melody Kasza, Levi McGhan, Josephine Perigard, Annabeth Presley, Dorothy Vandezande, Amy Vandezande, Kate Vandezande, Sylvia Vandezande
Children's Chorus:
Miriam Gage, Kate Vandezande, Lorelei Helms, Josilyn Moore, Megan Vandezande, Namaeya Swanson, Levi Gage, Silas Gage, and Arianna Craymer
Irving Berlin's White Christmas is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. Based upon the Paramount Pictures film. Written for the screen by Norman Krasna, Norman Panama, and Melvin Frank. Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin. Book by David Ives and Paul Blake. Original stage production directed by Walter Bobbie. Orchestrations by Larry Blank. Vocal and Dance Arrangements by Bruce Pomahac. For more information, visit Concord Theatricals.
A LITTLE ABOUT US
Thank you for your interest in the Hart Community Performing Arts Series. All concerts are held in the Hart Public Schools Auditorium, located in the Hart Middle School at 308 W. Johnson St. in Hart. The Series is entering its 26th season, presenting the finest in classical music, jazz, voice, and dance to our community and to the students in our area schools. The Series is a nonprofit community endeavor, funded by local patrons. Those friends have allowed the Series to grow and prosper, to the point where we are able to present fine artists from across the region, the nation, and, indeed, the entire globe!
A fundamental aspect of the Series is that each of the artists who come to Hart is asked to present to students in addition to their evening concerts. These student presentations are conducted through an ongoing collaboration with the Hart Public Schools and the support of the school district has been a vital aspect of the series since its inception. Over the years, our supporters have allowed us to provide many thousands of student experiences with the fine performing arts. The supporters who make this series possible constitute a unique community, composed of individuals, organizations, and businesses who are dedicated to enriching the cultural life of our community and broadening the cultural experiences of our students. We are tremendously grateful to each of them and hope that you will choose to join them!
There are multiple ways in which you can support the series. You can purchase season tickets or become a silver, gold, or platinum level patron. You can sponsor the series by buying a display ad in our season-long program. Information on all of these ways to provide support can be found on our "tickets" page. You will also find there a link to the 2024-2025 support level form. If you need any further information about the series, please contact Artistic Director, Tom Kirk.
