2010-2011 Season Information

Please note that this information can change slightly throughout the year;
check back closer to the shows for the most up-to-date information.

Advanced tickets may be available.

Fall Musical: Hairspray

Book by Mark O'Donnell & Thomas Meehan
Music & Lyrics by Marc Shaiman
Lyrics by Scott Wittman

Director: Allison McDowell (University of Michigan Musical Theatre Student)
Music Director: Brian Buckner (U of M Music Student)

Hairspray delights audiences by sweeping them away to 1960's Baltimore, where the 50's are out -- and change is in the air. Loveable plus-size heroine, Tracy Turnblad, has a passion for dancing and wins a spot on the local TV dance program. Overnight she finds herself transformed from outsider to teen celebrity. Can a larger-than-life adolescent manage to vanquish the program's reigning princess, integrate the television show, and find true love without mussing her hair?
(summary provided by MTI)

All performances in Schreiber Auditorium.

Tickets: $9 (Students, 65+ Seniors, PHS Staff); $12 (Adults)

Saturday, November 6th, 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 7th, 2:00 pm matinee
Friday, November 12th, 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 13th, 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 14th, 2:00 pm matinee

Comedy Troupe

Directors: Aaron Moore

Lovingly referred to as the “Ugly Stepsister” of Theater Guild, Comedy Troupe returns for it’s 38th season, easily making it the longest running show in Pioneer history. Due to popular demand, we haven’t added any additional performances this year, so we still have three. There is a limited amount of irreverent, politically incorrect, potty-mouth improvisational sketch comedy available so attendance at every show is recommended!

All performances in The Little Theater.

Tickets: All $5
Season Subscription Available For Only $25 (yes, that's how we joke!)

3 Fridays throughout the year, 7:30 pm

FutureStars 2011

Directors: Sadie Yarrington (U of M Dance Student), Joel Sparks & Desi Oakley (U of M Musical Theatre Students)
Music Director: Brian Buckner (U of M Music Student)

One of the most popular talent shows in the area, FutureStars is back and better than ever. As of 2009, the district administration has given us permission to open this one-of-a-kind competition to any public high school student in the district! The top acts from each of the preliminary shows, as voted on by the audience, will go on to the Finals to compete for the title of "FutureStar 2011"!

Come watch these talented teens light up Schreiber auditorium with their amazing performances — it's a fantastic chance for the whole family to enjoy some music, dance, and a little competition on the side!

All performances are in Schreiber Auditorium.

Preliminary competitions:
Tickets: All $5

Friday, January 7th, 7 pm, "Chart-Toppers"
Friday, January 7th, 9:30 pm, "Lights Out" (students only)
Saturday, January 8th, 7 pm, "GLEE-ful"
Saturday, January 8th, 9:30 pm, "Grammy 09/10" (students only)

Finals competition:
Tickets: $9 (Students, 65+ Seniors, PHS Staff); $12 (Adults)

Saturday, January 15th, 7:30 pm

Competition Comedy: TBA

Director: Aaron Moore

This is Pioneer's entry into the state-wide MIFA one-act play competition, which this year focuses on comedy. Competition is a unique opportunity for both actors and the tech crews. Not only does the entire show and company travel to other schools, but the students have 25 minutes to set up their play and 45 minutes to perform it and remove the set from the stage! Judges, who are local theater experts from around the state, also give out awards for acheivement in various aspects of the production.

Theatre Guild's 2009 entry, On The Verge, and 2010 entry, Eurydice, both placed 2nd overall in the state, and received many awards for technical and acting excellence!

Public performances will be held in Schreiber Auditorium. The students will set up and perform the play just like they do when they compete.
Tickets: All $6
General Admission

Friday, February 4th, 7:30 pm
Saturday, February 5th, 7:30 pm

Competition dates:
Competitions are free of charge and open to the public.

District Competition (at TBA): January 29th, all day
Regional Competition (at TBA): February 12th, all day
State Competition (at TBA): February 18-19th, all day

Spring Musical: Seussical

Book by Lynn Ahrens & Stephen Flaherty
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Co-Conceived by Eric Idle
Based on the works of Dr. Seuss

Director: Joel Sparks (U of M Musical Theatre Student)
Music Director: Brian Buckner (U of M Music Student)

Now one of the most performed shows in America, Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza! Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie, the invisible Whos, and a little boy with a big imagination, Jojo.

The story centers around Horton the Elephant, who finds himself faced with a double challenge -- not only must he protect his tiny friend Jojo and all the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must also guard an abandoned egg. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family, and community are challenged and emerge triumphant in a story that makes you laugh and cry!
(summary provided by MTI)

All performances in Schreiber Auditorium.

Tickets: $9 (Students, 65+ Seniors, PHS Staff); $12 (Adults)

Saturday, April 23rd, 7:30 pm
Friday, April 29th, 7:30 pm
Saturday, April 30th, 7:30 pm
Sunday, May 1st, 2:00 pm matinee

Student Productions 2011

Writing Mentor: Jeff Kass

This Theatre Guild classic features several short plays written, produced, acted in, and directed by Theatre Guild students. "Stud Pros" as we call it, is always an amazing and fun show, and these original plays will impress you with their creativity and quality!