The Last Romance

This hilarious and heartwarming story that proves it’s never too late for romance and second chances. On an ordinary day in a routine life, 80 year-old widower Ralph decides to take a different path on his daily walk, and it leads him to stumble upon romance. As Ralph attempts to woo the elegant but distant Carol, he finds that love’s last round comes with its own set of obstacles. Defying Carol’s resistance, the hesitant couple must negotiate a jealous sibling, secrets from their past and their own fear of taking the plunge, yet again, as they embark on one more chance at love.

Starring Glenn Nelson
By Joe Dipietro

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Deathtrap

One of the longest running Broadway thrillers in history, this clever play offers a rare and skillful blend of suspense and humor, making audiences scream with both laughter and terror! Sidney Bruhl, a once-successful writer of Broadway thrillers, is struggling to overcome a pattern of failures and a shortage of funds. A change of fortune occurs when he receives a script on his desk from a student – a thriller which Sidney immediately sees as a future Broadway hit. Sidney and his wife devise a scheme to publish it under his own name, and he’s willing to do just about anything to pull it off . A murder mystery so wickedly good, it’s delicious evening of thrills, laughs, and gasps!

One of the Longest Running Broadway Thrillers in History

By Ira Levin

The History of Rock ‘n Roll Stars & Stripes

“I don’t care what people say, rock ‘n roll is here to stay!” This is a line from the 1958 hit by Danny and the Juniors and at the time no one could have guessed how prophetic this simple lyric would be! Join us for a jam-packed musical evening as we explore the origins of rock ‘n roll from its infancy, which saw jazz and gospel transform into the undeniably infectious sound that became known as rock ‘n roll. This All-American music review highlights it’s greatest pioneers – Chuck Berry, Elvis, the Doo-Wop groups of the 50’s, The Beach Boys and the R&B groups of the 60’s – they were America’s answer to the British Invasion, each generation influencing the next right up to the present day. Rock ‘n roll was born in the USA, and lives and thrives today!

Written and Compiled by Will Marks

A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline

Join us for a magical evening as we pay homage to Patsy Cline, one of the all-time legends of country music. Follow Patsy’s climb to stardom, from her humble beginnings in small town Virginia to the bright lights of Carnegie Hall. Featuring 20 hits including Crazy, Walkin’ After Midnight, Sweet Dreams and I Fall to Pieces, this intimate story of a powerful woman with an unforgettable voice has entertained and enchanted audiences of all ages.

By Dean Regan

Hairspray

You can’t stop the beat! Don’t miss this dancing, romancing, musical-comedy hit based on the classic 1988 movie! It’s 1962 in Baltimore and teen Tracy Turnblad, a big girl with big hair and an even bigger heart, has only one desire – to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. With the help of the ‘nicest kids in town’, she must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network, all without denting her ‘do! It is the ultimate feel-good musical which has played to sold out houses around the globe!

Winner of 8 Tony Awards including Best Musical and Best Original Score!

Starring Stephanie Pitsiladis
Book by Mark O’Donnell and Thomas Meehan
Music by Mac Shaiman
Lyrics by Scott Wittman and Marc Shaiman

Based on the New Line Cinema film written and directed by John Waters