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"The exterior of the Paul G. Reitz Theater in DuBois tells the whole story.
This unique theater, located in downtown DuBois at 36 E. Scribner Ave., looks like a church. No wonder. Built in 1887, the theater was a church for nearly all of its 133 years. It was one of the few structures that survived the fire of 1888, which destroyed most of the city. It was the home of the Cornerstone Baptist Church until 1992 when Cultural Resources Inc., an organization of civic-minded community leaders, purchased the structure with the intent of converting it into a theater..."

(Excerpt from: The Derrick/The News-Herald Friday, January 28, 2000)

To view a written history of the church building, please click here

Below you'll find a picture of the "Arsenic And Old Lace" set (1995)

The Box Office at the Paul G. Reitz Theater is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 Noon and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 Noon. Show tickets may be purchased at the theater during those times.

2000 TICKETS for the Paul G. Reitz Theater will be sold at Reitz Theater Ticket Outlets:

Rosie's Book Shop, DuBois Area Plaza, Route 255 North, DuBois
S&T Bank, Liberty Boulevard, DuBois
Your Heart's Desire, Reynoldsville

Season Ticket holders may activate tickets by calling (814) 375-4274. Please leave your name, ticket number and performance date.

You can also contact us the following ways:
Email: [email protected]
Fax: (814) 375-2640
Or Write us:
36 E. Scribner Ave.
DuBois, PA 15801

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Please use the link below to see what shows we are currently auditioning for and the dates and times:

A Call To Auditions:
Or email us for more information.

Season Tickets information:
Any contribution over and above the regular season ticket price is tax deductible.

--Exective Producers............$175.00 Two tickets for each event & 4 tickets for family holiday show.

--Director............$100.00
2 tickets for each event

--Star............$55.00
1 ticket for each event

--Adult Season Ticket............$28.00
1 ticket for each event

--Senior/Student Season Ticket............$25.00
1 ticket for each event

Child (12 and under)............$19.00
1 ticket for each event

subscriber benefits include:
� Membership in Cultural Resources, Inc. � Subscription to monthly newsletter:
The Towne CRIer

Please make checks payable to:
CRI
PO Box 958
DuBois, PA 15801

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CULTURAL RESOURCES, INC.

Cultural Resources, Inc. (CRI) is a non-profit corporation with an all volunteer board of directors. The directors comprise a cross section of the community including business people, educators, corporate executives, financial specialists and representatives of performing and cultural groups serving the area.
Membership in CRI is open to all interested residents of the area without regard to race, color, religion, age or gender.

CRI Philosphy:
We believe in the uniqueness of the arts as a vehicle for self discovery, for civic and social enrichments, for enhancing the economy of a community, for helping to revitalize an urban core, for energizing the education of our citizens of all ages and for stimulating intellectual curiosity and growth.

CRI Mission:
� To maintain and manage a center for the arts.
� To foster and broaden community opportunity to enjoy the arts through a year-round schedule of events and performances presented through the auspices of the Paul G. Reitz Theater.

The Board of Cultural Resources, Inc. is pleased to announce the establishment of an endowment fund to benefit the cultural arts in the greater DuBois area. We hope you will consider preserving the region's cultural resources, whether presently or posthumously, by making a current contribution to the CRI Endowment Fund or naming CRI as a beneficiary in your estate.

The following is a sample list of activities supported by CRI:
For a complete list of the productions we're doing for the current year, please click here.

Please call our office at 814-375-4274 or email us if you would like to discuss a gift that will allow our community to enjoy the arts for many more years to come. A representative from our Board would be happy to arrange a private consultation.

CRI is a registered 501c3 organization; donations may be tax deductible.

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The CRI. Board of Directors for the year 2000:

Rosemarie P. Holt (CRI Administrator):

A native of Brockway, PA., Rose is a graduate of Villa Maria College and Clarion Univeristy of Pennsylvania. She has taught in the Erie City Schools, Punxsutawney Area Schools and the DuBois Area Schools befopre becoming the founder of a local book store. She has been the administrator of Cultural Resources Incorporated since March of 1999. She has also served as President of the former DuBois Community Theater, which is now the Reitz Theater Production Company.

Olga Chiodo:

A native of DuBois, Olga is an office manager/supervisor for Clearfield-Jefferson County Mental Health Mental Retardation. She also serves as a board member for the American Red Cross and the DuBois Area High School Alumni Association.

Annette Crooks (Treasurer of CRI):

A native of Reynoldsville, PA., Annette is a graduate of the Central Catholic High School. An associate of Savings and Trust Bank in Reynoldsville, she has been active in local drama and vocal groups. She is also a board member for the Reynoldsville Chamber of Commerce.

Gene Deible (President of CRI):

A native and resident of Reynoldsville, PA., Gene is a graduate of Edinboro University and the Bucknell University School of Banking. He is currently Vice-President of Community First Bank of Reynoldsville.

Robert DuBois:

A native of DuBois, Bob is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University. After serving in the military for twenty years, he worked for Brockway Inc. until his retirement. He is married and has three children.

Dave Edner:

A native of DuBois, Dave is a graduate of Grove City College and now manages the Edner Agency here in DuBois. He is married with three children and three grandchildren.

Dick Elvin (Vice President of CRI):

A native of the state of Indiana, Dick is a graduate of Alfred University. He is married with four children and is currently a Financial Services Executive for Metropolitan Insurance.

Dr. John Fabre:

A native of upstate New York, Dr. Fabre acquired medical training in the Midwest. Most recently, he has lived and practiced ophthamology in northern Maine and DuBois. He serves, or has served, on many local civic, school and service boards.

Marc Gelfand (Vice President of CRI):

A native of Ridgway, PA., Marc received his B.A. and his M.B.A. from the University of Pittsburgh. He has served as an accountant for Price Waterhouse, Inc., and is now the owner and President of E & G Auto Parts Stores.

Debra Grieve:

A native of Lancaster County, PA., she is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University with a degree in Horticulture. She is married with two children. She has a long and varied history with the DuBois Community Theater having served as President of that group. She now serves as Co-Chairperson of the Reitz Theater Players Director's Guild.

Esther Hawkins:

A native of the Altoona area, Esther is a graduate of Grove City College. Esther has completed extensive graduate work at Ohio State University and the Pennsylvania State University. She has served as a music instructor for many years in the DuBois Area Schools. She is now retired, but still serves as the choir director of the DuBois Presbyterian Church.

Duane Holt:

A native of Brockway, PA., Duane is a graduate of Clarion University of Pennsylvania. He is currently employed as a reading specialist for the DuBois Area School District.

Phebe Krouse:

A native of Punxsutawney, PA., Phebe is a graduate of Goucher College in Maryland. Retired from the Brockway Area Shools, she is married with three children and two grandchildren.

Greg Kruk:

A native of the DuBois area, Greg is a graduate of Bucknell University, the Pennsylvania State University, and the Law School of the University of Pittsburgh. He is a practicing attorney in the area and serves on many local civic and service boards.

Frank Mehall:

A native of the Brockway area, Frank is a graduate of Duquesne University and Gannon University. Frank served as an electrical engineer for thirty years at Brockway, Inc. before his retirement.

Gregg Reese:

A native of Venango County, PA., Gregg is a graduate of Gannon University. He now serves as Vice President of National City Bank. He has served as a board member for the Oil City Community Development and the Barrow Civic Theater in Franklin, PA.

John Schwartz:

A native of Punxsutawney, John is a graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Clarion University. Retired from Intermediate Unit 6, he is married with two children.

Dr. Ed Shok:

A native of DuBois and graduate of Central Catholic High School, Ed is also a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University and the University of Pittsburgh School of Dentistry. He is married with one child. He has been very involved with the DuBois Chamber of Commerce and the DuBois YMCA Board of Directors.

Patty Stewart (Secretary of CRI):

A native of DuBois, Patty returned to the area after an extended period of time in Nevada. While there, she served as a purchasing agent for the Buying Division of the State of Nevada. Patty currently works for the DuBois Schools and is active in the DuBois Area Vocal Arts Ensemble.

Terry Swope:

A graduate of Susquehanna University, Terry has served as a music instructor and band director in Hazelton and the DuBois Area School District. He is married to the lovely Kris and has one daughter, Megan.

Diane Truesdale:

A native of the DuBois and Brockway areas, Diane has returned to the area after living in Ohio for over twelve years. She has both managed and been the co-owner of the Merle Norman Boutique. She has a long and varied background with local performing arts groups.

David Wilshire:

Dave currently serves as an electrical designer for Lee Simpson, Inc. He has been a charter member of the CRI Organization since its conception. He has served as both President and Vice President of Cultural Resources, Inc. He has a long and varied history with the local community theater scene.

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The Reitz Theater season of theater entertainment:

Showtimes:
Thurs., Fri., Sat.-8 p.m. Sun.-2 p.m.
PLEASE NOTE: Show times are subject to change. Please contact us to find out
The Reitz Theater

Alice In Wonderland:
A Reitz Theater Players Production
Directed by Brian Shaffer
A fantasy for the family
February 18,19,20,24,25,26

The Pittsburgh Camerata:
A Pennsylvania Performing Arts on Tour Event
A premier a capella choir
March 11, 2000

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
Central Christian High School
A musical romp in Rome
March 31, April 1,2,7,8

Bruce Cornelius and The Harmony Connection
Popular vocal stylings
April 15

The Man Who Came To Dinner
Written by: Moss Hart and George S. Kaufman
Directed by: Dave Anthony
He came--and stayed and stayed!
May 5,6,7,11,12,13

DuBois Vocal Arts Ensemble Spring Concert
Oldies but Goodies
May 20 at 7:00 P.M.

Joan Van Dyke's
The Mahoning Valley Ballet
Grace in Motion
May 26

Edna Bloom Honors Recital In conjuction with
The DuBois Festival of the Arts.
June 3 11:00 A.M.

"Diamonds in the Rough"
For lovers of Country music
June 24
For a publicity article
Tickets available June 10th
Prices:
Adults-$6.00
Senior and Students
$5.00
Youths 12 and under
$3.00

Tim and Elise
A distinctive vocal and instrumental jazz signature

CRI Children's Showcase Production
A culmination of a CRI workshop for young people
Mozart It Isn't
A folk tale from Germany
&
Going...Going...Gone With The Breeze
A musical comedy farce
Friday July 21
Saturday July 22 at 4:00 and 7:00 P.M.
ALL TICKETS $3.00

The Sunshine Boys
Written by: Neil Simon
Directed by: Duane and Rosemarie Holt
A Neil Simon delight
August 11,12,13,17,18,19

The former vaudeville team, Al Lewis and Willie Clark, in spite of playing together for over thirty years, have a natural antipathy for one another. It has been eleven years since they have performed together when CBS-TV wants them to appear in the 'History of Comedy'. Willie has been unsuccessfully doing spot commercials, for companies like 'Shick' and Frito-Lay, while Al is happily retired. The team gets back together through the efforts of Willie's nephew. Of course things do not go well and the comic antics never end.

THE SUNSHINE BOYS was first presented on December 20, 1972, by Emanuel Azenberg and Eugene V. Wolsk at the Broadhurst Theatre, New York City, with the following cast:

Jack Albertson
Lewis J. Stadlen
Sam Levene
Joe Young
John Batiste
Lee Meredith
Minnie Gentry

Our cast includes:
Dave Anthony
George Kulakowski
Todd Shindledecker
Beth Robb
Millie Ryman
Darius Clement

Josh White, Jr.
Folk singer, guitarist, composer, actor, recording artist
Cultural Performance Presentation
September 16

The Tempest
Written by: William Shakespeare
Directed by: Gayle Gearhart
An honored classic
October 13,14,15,19,20,21

Jesse DeChurch and Friends
A Bit of Broadway
Favorites from the Broadway stage
October 28

Central Christian High School Senior Class Play
To Be Announced

The Family Holiday Show
To Be Announced
Directed by Debra Grieve
Reitz Theater Players Production
The magic of the season on stage
December 7,8,9,10, 2000

DuBois Vocal Arts Ensemble
Christmas Concert

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We hope you like what we put together. The pictures have not only come from the theater's historian, but from many people that have been to our shows.

This is our tribute to those people, without whom we wouldn't have our theater.

Enjoy the pictures, and stop back often to see what we've added.

Thank you,
The Web Master

The following table will take you to the thumbnails provided. We thought it best to just list the show titles for your convenience. If you have any questions about when we did a certain show, please contact the historian.

Bloody Jack	Chapter Two	Crimes of The Heart
Murder At the Howard Johnsons	Ten Little Indians	Rainmaker
Arsenic and Old Lace	I Hate Hamlet	Musical Comedy Murders of the 1940's
Christmas Carol	Barefoot In the Park	Harvey
Greater Tuna	The Crucible	Aladdin
The Art of Dining	White Liars/Black Comedy	Sitting Up with the Dead