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CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net in England just before World War I, and his beloved half-thoroughbred horse, Joey. Albert's family is poor, and his father raises cash by selling Joey to the cavalry as the war begins. Too young to enlist, Albert craves news of his horse, which was shipped to the battlefield in France. Three years later, Albert runs away to join the army, determined to find Joey and bring him home. USA Today raves, "Four out of four stars! A life-affirming experience!" This show of intense grandeur, stirring music and beautiful song is suitable for ages 12 and up. Contact Club Programs for available dates, times and prices. The Addams Family at The 5th Avenue October 24–November 11 Just in time for Halloween comes this Broadway hit that brings the darkly delirious world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley and, of course, Lurch to spooky and spectacular life. Based on characters created by cartoonist Charles Addams, the authors of Jersey Boys have created a magnificently macabre new musical comedy that brings them all to devilishly delightful life. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has taken up with a "normal" boyfriend. For parents Gomez and Morticia, this shocking development turns the Addams house upside down when they are forced to host a dinner for the young man and his parents. You'll laugh and groan as this creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky story plays out with charm, wit and surprises that will enthrall all ages. National Broadway tour. Thursday, November 1; 8 pm; $85–$88 Friday, November 2; 8 pm; $90–$94 Sunday, November 4; 1:30 pm; $85–$90 Thursday, November 8; 8 pm; $85–$88 Noncancelable/nonrefundable; other performances may be available upon request Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and his stepbrother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern-day Christmas classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. Friday, November 30; 8 pm Sunday, December 9; 1:30 pm Thursday, December 20; 8 pm Saturday, December 22; 1:30 pm or 7 pm Sunday, December 23; 1:30 pm or 7 pm Monday, December 24; 1:30 pm $85–$108, based on seating location and day of the week; other performances may be available upon request; noncancelable/ nonrefundable THE PARAMOUNT Wicked October 24–28 Sold out Contact Club Programs for availability. NEW February 2013 War Horse War Horse is a thrilling epic in which actors tell the story alongside—and some- times astride—lifelike horse puppets. Based on a children's novel, the drama centers on the relationship between Albert, a teenager growing up on a farm 40 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | OCTOBER 2012 YOU'RE INVITED WAC Bridge Teams Calling all bridge players. If you'd like to participate on the WAC men's or wom- en's duplicate bridge team and compete with other city clubs, please contact Robert Laurent in Club Programs at 206.464.3061 or rlaurent@wac.net for more information. WAC Toastmasters: October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Effective communication is an essential piece of success. You are cordially invited to be a guest at the WAC's weekly Toastmasters meeting, held at 7 am on Tuesdays, where you can practice the art of communication in a professional and supportive environment. If you wish to further develop your speaking skills, give presentations, manage meetings, or just communicate better, you'll benefit from Toastmasters' proven methods of orga- nizing thoughts and articulating ideas. Attend your first meeting as a guest. To request more information on becoming a member, please contact Toastmasters membership representative Ray Jameson at Jameson.Hadley@gmail.com. TO RESERVE FOR EVENTS IN THIS SECTION, EMAIL CLUBPROGRAMS@ WAC.NET OR CALL 206.464.3060 JEREMY DANIEL