Every dollar donated will be matched when ARIEL generates $20k in support by October 31.
Inspired by ARIEL’s recent production of Fiddler on the Roof, the Matchmaker Fundraising Campaign is in full swing! In today’s world, it is becoming more and more difficult to successfully operate a nonprofit theatre due to a variety of challenges. In fact, theatres around the country are closing their doors at an alarming rate. Building financial momentum is a must for the security and longevity of ARIEL. With that in mind, a generous donor has given the ARIEL community a challenge. If $20,000 is raised by October 31, a $20,000 matching donation will be shared with ARIEL. This first step in our strategic fundraising plan will allow ARIEL to proceed into the 2024 Season and move toward a sustainable future. There is strength in numbers, so please consider becoming a “Matchmaker” for ARIEL today.
Donations of cash or check are gratefully accepted at ARIEL – 320 Main Street in Salinas – and online donations may be madeHERE . Checks may also be mailed to P.O. Box 1268, Salinas, CA 93902. As a reminder, ARIEL Theatrical is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law – Tax ID #77-0237961.
Weaving a tapestry of music and rich storytelling, Fiddler on the Roof introduces Tevye, a devout and loving patriarch whose hopes and dreams for his five daughters collide with the worldly influences that threaten to derail tradition. Tevye’s cart is laden not only with deliveries, but with the heartache and the joys of navigating the future while protecting his family from the challenges of an ever-changing world.
The ARIEL Community Show brings performers of all ages together to embark on a journey of love, hope and tradition.
You don’t need to be a “rich man” to attend this award-winning production at ARIEL. Enjoy this timeless classic for about the price of a movie….
We are thrilled to bring Fiddler on the Roof back to the ARIEL stage this August! However, one thing is missing…..YOU! Join the cast and fill your summer with music, memories, and the excitement of live theatre.
You don’t have to be a “Rich Man” to participate. Registration fee is by donation – pay what you can. The cast is open to teens (14 & up) and adults, and children ages 8-13 may participate with an adult family member or older teen sibling – families can perform together! Fiddler was recognized as the longest running Broadway show during the height of its popularity and still remains in the top twenty. With timeless and timely themes of tradition, faith and family, Fiddler on the Roof will bring friends and neighbors together to strengthen community bonds and celebrate the challenges and joys of life.
Register at “Sunrise, Sunset” or any time, quickly and easily via our online form that can be found by clicking HERE. We can’t wait to see you on stage!
All donations (up to $75,000) will receive a boost with matching funds available throughMonterey County Gives!.
Your generous support will fund our youth-focused theatre programs in an opportunity-filled environment, enabling young participants to have uniquely rewarding experiences that transcend the stage into positive and productive lives.
Online giving is easiest, but if you prefer to send a check, scroll down on the FAQ page to “Can I donate through the mail?” by clickingHEREto find a printable donation form and detailed instructions.
Make your tax-deductible donation before midnight on December 31, 2022 and help launch ARIEL into 2023 and beyond! We are so grateful for your support.
One of literature’s most enduring young heroines, Meg Murry, is coming to the stage at ARIEL Theatrical — glasses, stubbornness and all. Meg is joining forces with a trio of otherworldly beings, her gifted brother Charles Wallace, the school athlete Calvin O’Keefe, and more to battle the forces of evil so she can rescue her father, save humanity and find herself. Madeleine L’Engle’s powerful story of family, friendship and courage, even in the darkest of hours, will captivate audiences of all ages. In the end, we know two things for sure: Love CAN overcome evil, and there IS such a thing as a tesseract.
Performances:October 21, 22, 28 & 29; Fridays at 7 pm and Saturdays at 2 & 7 pm
Location: The Karen Wilson Children’s Theatre – Home of ARIEL Theatrical, 320 Main Street, Salinas, CA 93901
Tickets: $13-General Admission; $11-Students, Seniors, Military; $9-Children ages 3-12; Children age two and under – FREE
Tickets may be purchased online (www.arieltheatrical.org), over the phone (831-775-0976), and at the ARIEL box office (advance purchase or at the door until sold out).
The Cat in the Hat jumps right off the page, and into the madcap adventures of Horton, Gertrude, Mayzie, JoJo and the Whos as everyone learns that “a person’s a person, no matter how small.”
CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS AGES 5-11 BEGINS MONDAY, JANUARY 9 Celebrate the triumph of a little bird who discovers that taunting and teasing do not deter destiny!
CLICK HERE FOR FULL DETAILS AGES 7 AND UP BEGINS TUESDAY, MARCH 14
Timeless and timely, a young person discovers a factory where the wisdom of Aesop’s fables come to life!
The only “bah humbug” you’ll hear at ARIEL Theatrical will be from the one and only, Ebenezer Scrooge. ARIEL is pleased to announce that an unexpected financial gift recently received will be shared with the community by “paying it forward.” The participation fee for the upcoming production of A Christmas Carolwill be reduced from $100 to only $1! That’s right, only $1! Adults and teens ages 14+ are invited to be part of the cast to tell the classic story of the quintessential miser, Ebenezer Scrooge, and the life-altering lessons he learns from three other-worldly beings. Young people ages 7-13 may participate in the children’s chorus only with an enrolled family member (age 14+).
Rehearsals begin on Saturday, October 8 and run Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6-8:30 pm and Saturdays from 9 am-1 pm. Please note – not all cast members are called to every rehearsal. Visit the program link HEREfor information. Jump on stage at ARIEL with a few extra dollars in your pocket this holiday season!
ARIEL loves being part of your family…. How would you like to be part of ours?
ARIEL is looking for talented team members who want to make a difference in the lives of young people. Whether you play the piano, choreograph and teach dance, or are really great at giving ARIEL-style customer service, we’d love to hear from you!
Send an email with “I’d like to join the ARIEL team” in the subject line to ariel@arieltheatrical.org.
Please indicate the job that fits your skill-set and include a brief introduction along with your contact information. We will reply with information about the next steps.
All jobs are based on the ARIEL production calendar and are paid, part-time positions.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES AT ARIEL INCLUDE:
BEGINNING SHOW MUSIC DIRECTOR
If you enjoy teaching children to sing and are able to play simple musical scores on the piano, we’d love to talk to you!
Previous experience is a plus, but is not required.
INTERMEDIATE SHOW MUSIC DIRECTOR
If you enjoy teaching children to sing and are able to play intermediate musical scores on the piano, we’d love to discuss possibilities!
Previous experience is a plus,but is not required.
ARIEL Theatrical presents Go Fish, an underwater musical adventure with a colorful cast of sea creatures. Meet the Tuna Fish who can’t carry a tune, the Clownfish who can’t tell a joke, the Shark who wants to be friends with everyone, and the rest of the gang as they splash and swim through the challenges of ocean life. Go Fish is performed by kids ages 5-11 and is the perfect introduction to musical theatre for young audiences. Tickets are $5 and children under age three are free!
Dive into the fun at ARIEL!
SHOW DATES: FRIDAY, MAY 27 at 7:00 PM SATURDAY, MAY 28 at 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
