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MAKE YOUR NEXT FUND RAISER OR EVENT
A MEMORABLE ONE WITH OUR

PORTABLE MELODRAMA!

Our portable melodramas appear every year at the Yosemite Sugar Pine Railroad.  Our performance is included in the price of your "Yosemite Sugar Pine Railroad Moonlight Special" Ticket!

 ymsprr postcard Moonlight Special!

An exciting 4-mile railroad excursion at Yosemite Park's south gate on highway 41. Ride into history where powerful locomotives once hauled massive log trains through the Sierra mountains. Where mighty lumberjacks felled the timber and flumes carried lumber to the distant valley below. The Sierra National Forest's majestic woods provide the backdrop for the narrow gauge journey back in time.
 
JUNE  17, 2007 CALL!

JULY 29, 2007

CALL!

Moonlight Specials are weather permitting

Contact the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad for reservations and ask about the Moonlight Melodrama Special!  (559) 683-7273.


Let us Entertain You...

The miracles of Steam Locomotion and horse-less carriage means we can come to you!  Thousands of peopleThe cast of the 2000 portable production from around the world have enjoyed our portable melodrama troupe's performances, and thousands of dollars have been raised by organizations using our group's unique variety of entertainment as a fundraiser!

An evening of portable melodrama at your location or ours includes an MC who introduces the idea of melodrama and promotes group-interaction with the show, traditional Can-Can dancers, a two-act play, and olio entertainment, including the famous Grub Gulch Garter Girls and Grub Gulch Grannies! The complete show generally runs just over an hour. We request access to the facility for performance at least one hour prior to show time for sound equipment setup and a private area that will allow for costume changes and makeup application (the ladies and gentlemen's lavatories will work just fine!) Electrical connections to operate our sound system are also preferred, but we can make adjustments for other locations.   We're flexible -- We can perform in backyards, on stages, auditoriums, street corners or parking lots, for large or small groups!

Due to copyright restrictions on the materials presented, video cameras or audio recordings of productions are not allowed; however, our cast is happy to pose for photo opportunities (high volume photography may incur additional charges).

In most cases, we can do some customization of the show and it's content to include your events raffles, prize drawings, awards, or announcements, or include names and phrases specific to your event in the show dialogue. *

Current Production: 
 "Wedded to a Villain!"
 

It's a dastardly deed that plots our villain against the heroine to take her hand in marriage while the Milk Man attempts to save her virtue and make her his own!

(like you couldn't have figured that out on yer own!)



NEW!  Ask about DINNER AND A SHOW!

Rates as low a $26.00 per person for 40 persons...
Bigger group -- bigger discount! 
Ask about group rates (20 rooms or more) overnight at
Chukchansi Gold Resort and Casino*

Call Dan Ross @ 1-866-7-WinWin for information!
(also Offering $10.00 Slot Play, $10.00 Food voucher, and $10.00 Commission ($500 max) per PAX!)
Just 15 miles from the Theatre!
(*overnight hotel rate not included in Dinner and a Show Package) - The GCT is not associated with Chukchansi Gold.)
Dinner Menu, buffet style can include Chicken or Beef, Vegetable, Rice Pilaf, Dinner Roll, Salad, and Dessert...
and We can provide FULL BAR, if you prefer libations other than our standard beer and soda selection.
We can also offer our standard fare of hot dogs, chips, and candy bars. Just let us know yer preference!
*Free popcorn available only for groups of 40 or more


TRAVELING MELODRAMA! 

General performance rates:

(Per performance ; includes applicable taxes.  Mileage based on actual "road miles" to your location).

Private performance at our theatre (we'll even open the Grub Gulch Saloon):  
$600.00 up to 75 persons, $8.25 per person over 75.  Includes Pre-show entertainment!

Special Saloon items available with advance notice and minimum sales guarantees.


Performance at your location, 75 mile radius from Oakhurst, CA:  

$650.00 up to 75 persons or $8.50 per person over 75.

(Above price quoted for performance at your privately owned facility.  Bookings through event service bureaus or, our performance as part of a "package deal" through hotels may be higher -  Performances at hotels and resorts require booking through their facilitators.).


Performance at your location, 75 - 200 miles  from Oakhurst, CA

$800.00 per performance, minimum,  up to 75 persons, or $11.50 per person over 75.


Performance at your location, 200 - 500 miles from Oakhurst, CA 

$1000.00 per performance minimum , up to 75 persons, or $13.50  per person over 75.  Includes pre-show entertainment.  ADD an additional fee of $3.00 per mile over 200 miles up to 350 miles.  ADD an additional fee of $5.00 per mile if one-way mileage exceeds 300 miles.  ** Negotiation for overnight accommodations possible in lieu of mileage fee. See below.


Performance at your location, 500 miles and greater from Oakhurst, CA 

$2000.00 up to 75 persons, minimum, or  $26.50 per person for groups over 75.  Includes pre-show and additional Olio Entertainment.  ** Overnight accommodations and transportation provided at your expenseSee below. Mileage fee negotiable in lieu of you providing transportation.  Fees Negotiable, Call.



We are a California 501(c)3 Non-profit organization.  Your donation to our theatre for performance may be tax-deductible!

Contact your gold-dust receiver (treasurer or CPA) for specific details.

The Fine Print:

Any booking dates must be "held" by a minimum 1/2 deposit received and processed by our offices no later then two weeks prior to performance.  Credit Cards are preferred.  Deposits are non-refundable.  However, if we are able to reschedule for you at another date that does not conflict with other commitments, the deposit will be applied towards total performance fees.  Performances with a fee of $550.00 or more require the return of a signed contract with the deposit to hold the date.  Show specifications, olio acts and performers subject to change without notice or obligation.  Due to copyright laws, no video taping of performances is allowed.
 
* Modifications to show dialogue are minor and done in a manner that does not interrupt the intent of the author, due to copyright regulations.  Custom scripting is available with advance notice and pre-negotiated fees ($450.00 minimum in addition to performance fees).  We can write an entire show based on your desires and event; minimum six month advance notice and deposit of $1,000.00 required., not including performance fees)  All custom shows are "G" rated.  We may entertain the idea of performing your script for a negotiable fee. 

**Generally, cast members for portable melodramas are fewer than 8 in number, not including olio acts.  Total necessary lodging for out of area acts  normally would not exceed 25 persons, inclusive of cast, dancers, and support personnel.

More Info:

Call The Theatre at

(559) 683-7112

 


Golden Chain Theatre - P.O. Box 604, Oakhurst, CA 93644 :  Email:  gctinfo@gmail.com
Reservations/Information:  (559) 683-7112  -or- gctboxoffice@gmail.com
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