President's Message

JOIN US FOR THE MUNI’S 2014 SEASON

 Mac Warren   President, The Muni

We have such an exciting line up of shows this summer – The Sound of Music, All Shook Up, Shrek-The Musical, and Jekyll & Hyde – and, based on your feedback, we've made an important new change to our schedule.

New in 2014... Patrons will now be able to enjoy each of our four Muni productions for THREE WEEKS instead of two!  We listened to your feedback and by eliminating our traditional Sunday and Wednesday performance days, we were able to extend the run of each production for a third weekend of Broadway Under the Stars. 

I’d also like to give special thanks to our season sponsors.  Organizations and individuals like Springfield Clinic, Paul Palazzolo County Auditor, McGladrey and Illini Bank are absolutely wonderful for supporting local theatre, and ensure there is plenty of Muni Magic each and every summer.

I look forward to seeing you at The Muni!

ATTEND THE MUNI’S AUDITION WORKSHOP

Our annual "Audition Workshop" is coming up on Saturday, February 15.  This is a great opportunity for individuals (new and veteran performers alike) to meet the production staffs, obtain information about auditions and volunteering at The Muni, and get first "dibs" on vocal and dance audition times/days.  The annual Audition Workshop is at the Hoogland Center for the Arts, and you'll find more information about it in Sightlines.

GET YOUR SEASON PASSES BEFORE THEY ARE GONE

You've picked them up already, right?  If not, no worries, there's still time to make sure you are ready to enjoy fantastic shows this season like The Sound of Music, All Shook Up, Shrek-The Musical and Jekyll & Hyde.  Season tickets are a great way to save money and make a great gift for someone special.  So treat yourself or a friend to a slice of Muni magic!  Season tickets are available at local retailers in Springfield, Jacksonville, Sherman and Williamsville.

VOLUNTEER & BECOME PART OF THE MUNI FAMILY

Do you have a special talent and need a great place to share that talent?  The Muni is an all-volunteer organization, and we'd love for you to share your talent with us.  Each year, The Muni is so grateful for the 1,000+ individuals who help with things like building sets, raking leaves, painting and scene art, repairs on the site, building special props, ushering during performances, and much more.  We can’t do it without them, and would appreciate your help too!  If you are interested in contributing to “The Muni Magic", please contact our Volunteers Chair, Julie Finnell at juliefinnellmuni@gmail.com.

JOIN OUR BACKSTAGERS PROGRAM

There are many opportunities to become part of The Muni family, even if being on stage or part of a set crew isn't your cup of tea.  Each year, we are honored to have the support of a very special group of individuals called the "Backstagers".  The charitable contributions we receive from the Backstagers are an enormous help to the organization.  There are added benefits to being a Backstager … along with our sincere gratitude, Backstagers enjoy premiere parking and priority season ticketing.  Read more about becoming a Backstager.