“ ‘Listening In’” is a play for all ages interested in history in the U.S. However, it is especially beneficial for students, as it was inspired by the realization that a majority of today’s students are not aware of the history portrayed in the play.  The play was first commissioned by Coming Together Stark County in 2009 and was written by Lois DiGiacomo-Jacobson.   It covers a one hundred year period as told through the perspectives of renowned historical figures such as Martin Luther King, Abraham Lincoln, Susan B. Anthony, W.E.B. Du Bois, Dorothy Height, Mahalia Jackson and Malcolm X interacting together. A discussion with the actors and playwright will be held after the performance and study guides will be made available to those interested.

            The stage format gives a unique element to the presentation of history. “We can best learn about history from those who made it,” states DiGiacomo, “and listening in on their conversations gives a perspective not possible with internet searches, lectures or slide shows.”

            The Rainbow Repertory Company is a non-profit traveling troupe of professional dramatists and playwrights creating theater for education and entertainment.  They serve area schools, social services agencies and community organizations. The Rainbow Repertory Company was established in 1994 by Lois DiGiacomo with the mission of advancing the community through the arts.  The RRC writes client-specific plays and programs, and is funded through the continuing support of proceeds from the Canton Cabaret Dinner Theatre.

LISTENING IN….An Historical Chat returns on February 23 in Canton.

Featuring:  Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Mahalia Jackson, Susan B. Anthony, Malcolm X, Dorothy Wright and W.E.B. DeBois.

LISTENING IN…An Historical  Chat will have its third annual performance February 23^rd at 7 pm at Cable Recital Hall in the Canton Cultural Center 1001 Market Avenue North.  This play was originally commissioned by COMING TOGETHER STARK COUNTY and written by Lois DiGiacomo, playwright/founder of the Rainbow Repertory Company.

“We can best learn about history from those who made it,” states DiGiacomo, “and listening in on their conversations gives a perspective not possible with internet searches, lectures or slide shows.”  Those chatting together in this play are Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Mahalia Jackson,  Susan B. Anthony, Malcolm X, Dorothy Wright and W.E.B. DeBois.  They lived between 1809 and 2010, giving their chat  an extremely wide range of historical anecdotes that could not exist in any other type of presentation.  Lincoln tells Martin Luther King, “You brought freedom to your people.” King replies, “So did you.” and  Lincoln says, “But I did it with rivers of blood.”  A discussion with the actors and playwright will be held after the performance and Study Guides will  be made  available.

Tickets are $5 and may be reserved  by calling 330.454.5880.  Student rates are available.

LISTENING IN….An Historical Chat is available for schools and organizations year-round.  For information:  Contact Us.

EDUCATORS:  Here is an except of a post-play audience discussion guide

Join us on February 10th as we celebrate the upcoming Valentine’s Day with our “Book of Love” Show…featuring 7 talented singers…with Steve Dallas!

Steve Dallas is a widely known in the Canton, Akron and Cleveland Ohio area as a musician performing for weddings, anniversary parties, company banquets, piano concerts and any occasion where fine music is needed.

This Cleveland, Akron Canton Columbus Ohio Musician performs the well known classics as well as the great movie themes and standard swing tunes from the 30?s and 40?s.   Reserve Your Seat Now:

Schedule Your Reservations Now:
Price $45 which includes Dinner & Show
Tozzi’s on 12th 
(formerly the Four Winds Restaurant)
330.477.7515

The Scenarios
Group

December 10, 2011

You are all cordially invited to come hear
“A Flashback in TIME”
DooWop, Pop, and Rock n Roll
Featuring sounds from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s
AT

Tozzi’s on 12th
4210 12th St. NW.
For Information Call: (330) 477-7515
Saturday, December 10th
2:00pm -3:45pm
Lunch Starts @ 1:00pm
Show 2:00p.m.
Show & Meal Cost – $30.00

Do you remember?
Visit the Cabaret to enjoy the music of a memorable time.
Eat, Drink, Be Merry and Dance the afternoon away.

All CABARET performances
Tozzi’s on 12th 
(formerly the Four Winds Restaurant)
330.477.7515

A play based on the true story of a female editor and a New York City fire captain whom she helped to write eight eulogies for the men he lost on 9/11, ‘The Guys’ was written just after the national tragedy for the NYC stage and starred Sigourney Weaver and Bill Murray.

Canton City Law Director Joe Martuccio, no stranger to the Canton stage, plays the N.Y. Fire Captain. Canton native Deb Fezelle, a Julliard graduate and long-time NYC resident, plays the writing instructor who helps him write eulogies for his men. The play is heartfelt, emotional and changes audience members forever.

Everyone who knows a fireman should see this play, but more importantly, everyone who has never known a fireman NEEDS to see this play.  “After seeing this play, you will never pass a fire station, hear a fire siren or see a picture of a fireman the same way again!” exclaims The Guys Producer/Director Lois DiGiacomo.

The first performance will take place on September 7 at 7 p.m. at Fieldcrest, 1346 Easthill Street, SE in North Canton. Tickets are $20 and include light refreshments.  Call Fieldcrest at 330-966-2222 for reservations. The second performance is September 9 at Canton Fire Station No. 4 on Cleveland Avenue at 25th Street NW.  Tickets are $10 or $7.50 for members of safety forces. Call 330-456-7397 for reservations. More information is available at www.rainbowrep.com.

The Rainbow Repertory Company is a non-profit traveling troupe of professional dramatists and playwrights creating theatre for education and entertainment.  They serve area schools, social services agencies and community organizations. The Rainbow Repertory Company was established in 1994 by Lois DiGiacomo with the mission of advancing the community through the arts. 

The first performance will take place on September 7 at 7 p.m. at Fieldcrest, 1346 Easthill Street, SE in North Canton. Tickets are $20 and include light refreshments.

Call Fieldcrest at 330-966-2222 for reservations. The second performance is September 9 at Canton Fire Station No. 4 on Cleveland Avenue at 25th Street NW. Tickets are $10 or $7.50 for members of safety forces. Call 330-456-7397 for reservations.

This is the fourth year of production of ‘The Guys’ by the Rainbow Repertory Company. Joe Martuccio has played the fire captain each year. Martuccio is the Canton city law director, and a long-time regular on stage in Canton. This year he will be joined by Deborah Fezelle, a native Cantonian who is a graduate of the Juilliard School and long-time resident of New York. The performance is produced and directed by Lois DiGiacomo, who views this show as one of her very favorites.

The Rainbow Repertory Company is a non-profit traveling troupe of professional dramatists and playwrights creating theatre for education and entertainment. They serve area schools, social services agencies and community organizations. The Rainbow Repertory Company was established in 1994 by Lois DiGiacomo with the mission of advancing the community through the arts. The RRC writes client-specific plays and programs, and is funded through the continuing support of proceeds from performances of the Canton Cabaret Dinner Theatre

Timken Alumni of the Year
June 25, 2010
Lois DiGiacomo
Timken Grad 1957
Founder of Rainbow 1994

DIVERSITY PARTNERSHIP AWARD
October 28, 2010
Coming Together Stark County
awarded Rainbow Repertory Co. the DIVERSITY PARTNERSHIP AWARD in recognition for our  attention to inclusion since our incorporation in 1994.

Do you want to tell the “STORY” of your organization or project?
Rainbow’s playwright/directors have worked with all community sectors to write speeches, programs or plays….
Call 330.456.7397
for more information!