Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Shows this weekend to benefit Strand Theater restoration

Some of the cast of this weekend's show, "Never, Ever After," presented by Looking Glass Events, LLC are pictured above. Also pictured are two cast members from "Burlesque 2.Oh" which will run June 29-July 1. Meg Tarby, who owns Looking Glass Events, said the photo was taken on the organization's float at the Seymour Memorial Day Parade. / Contributed photo



On Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday at 1 p.m., Looking Glass Events presents "Never, Ever After," a live musical comedy at the Strand Theater, to benefit the Theater Restoration Project. 
This production, written and directed by Meg Tarby and Kathie Vrlik, features 1/2 dozen or more fractured fairy tales, narrated by the Hatter. The show is appropriate for all ages.

Tickets are $15 for ages 11 and up, $7.50 for ages 10 and under and are available at the following locations: Seymour Town Hall (Tuesday-Thursday), the Mad Hatter Boutique (Wednesday-Friday), at the door, or by calling 203-400-4625.  

The show stars Sam Cournoyer, 14, of Seymour, as the Hatter; Dawn LaLlave, 28, of Brooklyn, N.Y. as the Wicked Queen; Jess Gagne, 14, of Seymour, as Snow; and a supporting cast of more than 10 Valley residents. 
Other credits include Marissa Tkacz, ensemble choreographer, from Aimee's Academy of Dance in Seymour; Aidan Vrlik, 13, of Seymour, musical director; and students from Bethwood Suzuki Music School in Seymour. 
Show your support of the Strand Theater this Founder's Day Weekend!

The above release and photo were provided by Meg Tarby, owner, Looking Glass Events, LLC.

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