Few theaters have as dedicated a staff as the Conejo Players. And, no less important than the elected officers is the one lifetime (?) member of theatre management, Albert, the theatre ghost.

Albert first took an interest in the Players back in the days at Glazier's Barn, often heard patrolling the overhead storage space. Soon, the new theater was built and Albert packed up and moved along with the rest of the troupe, walking the aisles during rehearsals of Roman Candle, and protesting blown lines at rehearsals for The Rainmaker. Known originally as "the theater ghost", he eventually revealed his name in response to a scrawled message. "Mr. Ghost, what is your name?" left by an actor at the end of a rehearsal. When the theater was opened the next day, "Albert" was written on the wall below the question.

Since then, many have been the beneficiaries of Albert's help, hearing a warning voice just as they are about to step off a platform, or grab a loose railing. And many have also been the butt of his harmless pranks, such as searching in vain for a mislaid prop only to have it show up exactly where it should be at the moment it's needed.

Did you know:
An Albert sighting was caught on film? A group picture taken on the steps of the theatre during the 1991 Labor Day picnic has one extra face in the shadows that nobody present could identify. Could it be?

Albert has his own seat in the theatre? If you check the dedication plaques on the armrests of the theatre seats, you'll find one sponsored by Albert.

If you have an Albert story to share, send it to info@conejoplayers.org and we'll pass it on.

For all ticket information  call our box office at 805-495-3715
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As T.O.'s all volunteer Community Theatre grows it takes an army of skilled, dedicated  members to keep the magic coming. Also our March Awards' Banquets are getting bigger and more elegant every year. At our Feb. Annual meeting 5 new board members were elected: Pres.-Linda Stiegler, Business Advisor-Deidre Parmenter, Facilities Mgr.-Dave Parmenter, Media Mgr.-Lucien Jervis and Exec. Tech. Director-Jeff Calnitz.
Also several new committee heads have been appointed. We encourage our patrons to get involved also by ushering for Main Stg., Matinees or Childrens' shows. Please call 805-495-3715, leave your name, phone number and preference of shows. The King and I  was a massive undertaking with awesome results. Credit goes to all including Director, Deidre Parmenter, producers, cast of "1000's", music, dance, costumes and set. The Feb. 7th performance was graced by the surprise visit of the real Prime Minister of Thailand and his wife, who'd never seen this show before, as it is still banned in Thailand. FYI- The King and I profited more than the previous record breaker, You Can't Take it with You. In December many enjoyed the surprise 70th. birthday party for young John Holroyd. Conejo spot light on a reluctant Ken Endress who acquiesed to pleas of friend, director Stuart Berg to help build the set for The Man Who Came to Dinner in 1993. He's been on-call willingly back stage, on stage, in lobby,etc. ever since. Honk Jr:  What a thrill to see our kids grow up right on our stage ! Thanks to All and to director Meaghan Quilop and staff. We caught Producer, Beth Glasner, in February back stage in midst of five sewing machines and cutting tables, etc. as part of the costume production crew. The surprise "lake" was created by lighting tech. Jeff Pardee. Recently Doug Jocelyn attended the funeral of Bob Moomey in Chicago. As many know his wife Sally died here just a year ago. Former Conejoan, Carol Hoffine has major role in Daughters at the 51 year old Island Players in Georgia.
Don't miss Agatha Christie takes Manhattan and replay of our first show ever, Nude with Pineapple.


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COSTUME LOFT MEMORIAL FUND ESTABLISHED

A special $10,000 “Reaching for the Stars” fund has been established to name the Costume Loft in memory of Crystal M. St. Romain. From its beginning, the Stars fund has provided for donations to be pledged over a five year period with specific naming opportunities offered for donations of $10,000 and above.

An initial $1000 gift has established the Crystal Memorial Fund and the additional $9,000 can include new pledges dedicated to the memorial fund. New donors, and previous donors making a new pledge, should indicate if they wish their contribution be added to the costume room naming fund.

CRYSTAL M. ST. ROMAIN COSTUME ROOM FUND
NAME ________________________________________________
ADDRESS _____________________________________________
PHONE NUMBER _______________________________________
I/we pledge $____________(monthly/quarterly/annually) for a total of $_____________ to participate in the costume room fund in memory of Crystal M. St. Romain.
Signature ______________________________________________

Click here for a printable pledge form.

Send check and pledge form to REACHING FOR THE STARS, Conejo Players Theatre, 351 S. Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361-1008.