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NOVEMBER 2, 2017 // 7 Run for the ‘Money’ in Tillamook TILLAMOOK — Tickets are on sale for the Tillamook Associ- ation for the Performing Arts latest production, “Money Matters,” at TAPA’s Barn Community Playhouse. The play runs Nov. 3 through 19. The comedic farce will show at 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays (Nov. 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 and 18); and 2 p.m. Sundays (Nov. 12 and 19). Doors open 30 minutes prior to curtain. The Association will hold an opening night gala celebration Friday, Nov. 3, where every ticket purchased includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a beverage of choice. Written by Michael Parker and Susan Parker, and direct- ed by Rikki Reid, “Money Matters” tells the story of the late Mr. Hammond, who spent 20 years printing $20 bills on a printing press he built in the basement of Monet Manor. After his death 10 years ago, his faithful retainer George and daughter Annie continued the family business for Mr. Hammond’s widow, who recently passed away. Contrary to her promise to leave the manor and all her assets to George and Annie, she has bequeathed the manor TILLAMOOKTHEATER.COM The “Money Matters” cast (from left): Al Johnson, Carly Persons, Mallary Josi, Rodney Dahl, Ann Harper and David Mattison COURTESY TAPA to a stranger, Mr. Bud Davis, who is emphatic about turning it into a retirement home for ladies. Determined to keep the manor, Annie invites an old friend and sorority sister, Charmaine Beauregard, to play a ghost so as to help convince Bud that the manor is unsuitable for a retirement home because it is haunted. The playhouse is located at 1204 Ivy St., one block west of U.S. Highway 101. Reserved seating is rec- ommended through Diamond Art Jewelers (307 Main St.), or call 503-842-7940. Tickets are $15 per person. For more information, visit tillamooktheater.com. ‘Vintage Hitchcock’ radio play presents director’s early tales NEHALEM — Experience Alfred Hitchcock, the master of suspense, with “Vintage Hitchcock: A Live Radio Play,” three tales featuring spies, mur- der and love. The Riverbend Play- ers present a radio play adaptation by Joe Landry of three early Hitchcock films 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 4; 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11; 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17; 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18; and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Nov. 5, 12 and 19. The show takes place at the North County Recre- ation District Performing Arts Center (36155 Ninth St., Nehalem). In “The Lodger,” a landlady suspects her mys- terious new tenant may be an ominous serial killer. An international spy Baked Bingo, open mic comedy at Merry Time ASTORIA — At 7 p.m. the next two Tuesdays — Nov. 7 and 14 — the Merry Time Bar & Grill will hold “Baked Bingo,” followed by “Open Mic/Insert Foot” (open mic comedy). Baked Bingo is where establishment owner Terry Robinett bakes a home- made cake or other sweet treat and every bingo winner gets a slice along with a fun prize or two. Re- cent prizes have included wigs, ceramic collectibles, FACEBOOK.COM plastic severed hands and a giant oven mitt shaped like Spock’s hand giving a Vulcan salute. Baked Bingo also incor- porates “wild card” oppor- tunities for players to cover a spot of his or her choice if willing and able to play along with requests from the host. (A recent game host, for example, called for players to sing a few verses from any Madonna song while standing on one foot.) It gets interesting — and it’s free to play! Charming hosts vary and have recently includ- ed Robinett, Gingervitus, Mandi Anderson and Mark Barsekian. Immediately follow- ing bingo, grab your five minutes of fame and take the stage in this newly formed open mic comedy night called “Open Mic/In- sert Foot,” hosted by local bartender Pete Birdeno. Sign-ups start at 8 p.m. All experience levels are welcome. All events are for people 21 and older. Alfred Hitchcock ring plots a massive explo- sion with tragic results in “Sabotage.” And in “The 39 Steps,” a man falsely accused of murder races across Scotland while handcuffed to a beautiful woman to recover stolen government documents. These stories come to life in the style of a 1947 radio broadcast, complete with intriguing characters, on-stage sound effects and live jingle singers. Perfect for heading into the dark and stormy times of winter, this production is directed by Brian McMa- hon, with assistant director Tom Mock and producer Tom Cocklin. Tickets are $15. Perhaps them at ticketto- mato.com or at the door. Children 12 and younger are admitted free.
