The current 2006-2007 Broadway Season has drawn more than 11,500 subscribers—all of whom can give their regards to Broadway in person as Broadway literally rolls into town for a spectacular, new 2007-2008 season in Portland.

For more than 10 years Fred Meyer Broadway Across America Portland has brought this region the very best touring Broadway productions, always with the goal of entertaining audiences. And the 2007/08 season satisfies not only the longtime fans, but new believers as well. All five shows have enjoyed huge successes in New York, and now Portland will get to enjoy these shows firsthand.

Once again—and bigger than ever—the season includes the hottest productions direct from the heart of Broadway. The wait is over for SPAMALOT! Lovingly ripped off from the motion picture “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” it was the 2005 Tony Award Winner for Best Musical. Throw in the timeless CAMELOT, the deliciously evil SWEENEY TODD, the shocking TWELVE ANGRY MEN and the hilarious AVENUE Q and the season sizzles like never before.

In addition to the regular season, three shows that Portland just can’t get enough of return as encore engagement extras to the season.

SPAMALOT
August 22 – September 2, 2007

Winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Best Musical, MONTY PYTHON’S SPAMALOT is the outrageous new musical comedy lovingly ripped off from the film classic “Monty Python and The Holy Grail.” Directed by Tony Award-winner Mike Nichols, with a book by Eric Idle and music and lyrics by the Grammy Award-winning team of Mr. Idle and John Du Prez, SPAMALOT tells the tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table as they embark on their quest for the Holy Grail. Flying cows, killer rabbits, taunting Frenchmen and show-stopping musical numbers are just a few of the reasons audiences everywhere are eating up SPAMALOT.

CAMELOT
Starring Michael York
October 2 – 7, 2007

British stage and film legend, Michael York (The Three Musketeers, Cabaret and Austin Powers) stars in this magnificent new production of Lerner and Loewe’s timeless masterpiece. King Arthur’s enchanted kingdom, CAMELOT, is a place where honor and chivalry reign. But can this idyllic land survive when Queen Guenevere falls in love with Sir Lancelot? The splendid, memorable score includes the romantic and haunting “If Ever I Would Leave You,” the captivating “How to Handle a Woman” and the majestic “Camelot.” Re-discover the grandeur of one of history’s greatest love stories.

TWELVE ANGRY MEN
Starring Richard Thomas
March 11 – 16, 2008

What seems like an open-and-shut murder case becomes a twisted puzzle of prejudice and intrigue. Twelve jurors in a murder trial are corralled in a room for the duration of their deliberation. As prejudices are tested and evidence weighed, the entire jury is forced to look past the show of the courtroom to unearth the shocking truth. Faced with playing the hangmen, these dozen men must first face themselves. The National Tour of TWELVE ANGRY MEN stars Richard Thomas (Juror #8), and is directed by Scott Ellis and produced by Roundabout Theatre Company, one of the country’s leading not-for-profit theatres.

SWEENEY TODD
April 8 – 13, 2008

Innovative, intimate and ingenious, this revolutionary new production of SWEENEY TODD "is an event theatergoers will be talking about for years." (The Wall Street Journal). The legendary demon barber, hell-bent on revenge, takes up with his enterprising neighbor in a delicious plot to slice their way through London’s upper crust. Justice will be served—along with lush melody, audacious humor and bloody good thrills.

Directed by Tony Award winner John Doyle, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by Hugh Wheeler, this dazzling reinvention of a magnificent musical thriller is set to stun theatergoers as never before.

AVENUE Q
June 24 – 29, 2008

AVENUE Q is Broadway’s smash-hit 2004 Tony Award® winner for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book. A hilarious show full of heart and hummable tunes, AVENUE Q is about trying to make it in NYC with big dreams and a tiny bank account. Called “one of the funniest shows you're ever likely to see” by Entertainment Weekly, AVENUE Q features a cast of people and puppets who tell the story in a smart, risqué and downright entertaining way. The New Yorker calls it “subversive and uproarious!” Recommended for ages 13 and up.

Encore Engagement Extras!

RIVERDANCE
January 22 – 27, 2008

The phenomenon returns! RIVERDANCE, the internationally-acclaimed celebration of Irish music, song and dance that has touched the hearts of millions around the world, triumphantly returns to Portland. “An explosion of sight and sound that simply takes your breath away,” cheers The Chicago Tribune. “A family evening unlike anything else!” raves The London Times. Discover why nothing in the world compares to the original! Whether it’s your first time or your fifth, there is no better time to share the magic of RIVERDANCE with your family.

MAMMA MIA!
March 25 – 30, 2008

A mother. A daughter.
3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle
you’ll never forget!

More than 20 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel-good show! Writer Catherine Johnson's sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, and every night everyone’s having the time of their lives!

With more productions playing internationally than any other musical, MAMMA MIA! is the World’s No.1 Show!

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
August 13 – September 7, 2008

Andrew Lloyd Webber's international award-winning phenomenon directed by Harold Prince has woven its magical spell over standing room audiences in more than 100 cities worldwide. THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, the longest-running show in Broadway history, now returns to Portland to take your breath away. It’s a timeless story of seduction and despair and the one show The London Sunday Times called, “God’s gift to the musical theatre.”

SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION
Subscriptions range in price from $92 - $407 for a five-show package. Subscribers will receive their renewal notices in the mail the week of January 29. Call 503-241-1802 for more information. Or subscribe online at www.BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com

GROUP SALES INFORMATION
Extraordinary savings opportunities exist for groups of 20 or more. Get priority seating, advance purchase opportunities, and up to 15% discount on tickets to selected performances. For more information call 503-321-5251

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
Many people—subscribers and otherwise—recognize the importance of this series to the community and contribute their support. Member benefits include special access to tickets, special events, and a host of other benefits. For more information, call 503-241-1407.

The Fred Meyer Broadway Across America Portland series is a joint venture between Portland Opera and Broadway Across America. Broadway Across America (BAA) presents an annual subscription series of first-rate touring Broadway shows, family productions and other live theatrical events throughout a network of 50 North American cities. BAA is dedicated to creating memorable and accessible experiences for all patrons and is committed to presenting productions of the highest quality often direct from Broadway or on pre-Broadway tours. Over 300,000 season ticket holders enjoy BAA special services and benefits to over 500 productions nationwide each season. Broadway Across America is a division of Live Nation (NYSE: LYV), a leading live content and distribution company focused on creating superior experiences for artists, performers, corporations and fans. For information or to purchase tickets for touring Broadway shows throughout the BAA network go to www.BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com or www.LiveNation.com.

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