The Crest Theatre and Prather Entertainment Group (PEG) are proud to present the national tour of the powerful drama, Bill W. and Dr. Bob. The show plays February 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, & 17, 2010 at The Crest Theatre. The book is by Stephen Bergman and Janet Surrey. Bill W. and Dr. Bob is an inspirational, gripping and timely drama about the men and their wives whose relationships pioneered the beginning of Alcoholics Anonymous and the creation of Al-Anon.
In 1929 famous stockbroker Bill Wilson crashes with the stock market and becomes a hopeless drunk. Dr. Bob Smith, a surgeon from Ohio has also been an alcoholic for 30 years, operating hung over and with the shakes. Guided by desperation, error and an astonishing series of events the two men meet at the home of Goodyear Rubber heiress Henrietta Sieberling and form an unbreakable bond, while helping each other stay sober. This amazing and often humorous true story of perseverance and faith show us how Bill W. and Dr. Bob stumbled onto the cure for alcoholism. They test their theory on a ?third drunk? and pass along what they?ve discovered about sobriety.
The story and production has received critical acclaim across the country. Variety said, ?A deeply human, audience embracing tale.? The Boston Globe said, ?Inspiring.? The San Diego Union Tribune called the production, ?One of the best plays of the year.?
Gary Kimble portrays the role of Bill Wilson and also directs the production. Mr. Kimble has performed on stages around the world, in 34 countries and in 800 cities across the U.S. in both national and international tours. Credits include leading roles in 42nd Street, Annie, The Music Man and Oliver. He played Henry Higgins in the award-winning national tour of My Fair Lady, Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd in The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas and the legendary Captain Hook in the national tour of Peter Pan.
Richard Davis Springle plays the role of Dr. Bob Smith. He has appeared in over 30 feature films, numerous television commercials and New York theatrical productions. Mr. Springle loves the diversity of theatre and his past credits include Colonel Pickering in My Fair Lady, Julian Marsh in 42nd Street, Frank Butler in Annie Get Your Gun, El Gallo in The Fantasticks, Judas in Jesus Christ Superstar and Ravenal in Showboat.
Both actors have a personal story of recovery and are truly inspired to be chronicling the co-founders of the Twelve-Step Program.
Performances of this work do not imply affiliation with nor approval or endorsement of Alcoholics Anonymous World Services, Inc.
A portion of the proceeds from the performances of Bill W. and Dr. Bob are going towards The Crossroads Club, Triangle Club, Inc., and The West Broward Club. All three organizations provide assistance for those in recovery.
Bill W. and Dr. Bob is playing at The Crest Theatre February 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, & 17, 2010. The Crest Theatre is at 51 N. Swinton Avenue in Delray Beach, Florida. Evening performances begin at 7:30 p.m. and ticket prices are $ 38 for reserved seating and $ 28 for general admission. Matinee performances on February 10 & 17, are at 2 p.m. and ticket prices are $ 34 for reserved seating and $ 28 for general admission. Group discounts are available for parties of 20 or more. For more information about the production, Bill W. and Dr. Bob, visit: http://www.billwanddrbobdelray.com. A video ?sneak peek? is available to view on u-tube at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FIoWIRb5q6I. Tickets are now on sale and can be reserved by calling (561) 243-7922 or online at http://www.OldSchool.org.
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