BYE BYE BIRDIE Young Performers Edition to Open This Week at Rivertown Theaters

Now in the summer of a fifth successful season, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts continues its commitment to providing a wide range of opportunities to showcase and develop the talents of budding local thespians with a series of delightful productions during the summer months.

Bye Bye Birdie Young Performer's Edition will be performed by Summer Musical Theatre Campers on the MainStage.

Before Beatlemania, before Beiber Fever, came hip-swinging' teen idol Conrad Birdie (loosely based on Elvis), who, to the dismay of his adoring fans, is about to be drafted into the army by Uncle Sam. In Bye Bye Birdie, the 1950's rock-n-roll musical comedy, Birdie's agent, Albert and his secretary/girlfriend, Rosie, cook up a plan to send him off in style. They must write Birdie a new hit song and have him bestow "one last kiss" on a lucky fan, live on the Ed Sullivan Show. A town full of colorful characters including crazed teenagers, a jealous boyfriend, and a spotlight stealing father make for a rollicking good time. In addition to the popular silver screen adaptation starring Ann Margaret, Bye Bye Birdie is a Tony Award winner for Best Musical and features such beloved songs as "Put on A Happy Face," "Kids," "The Telephone Hour" and "A Lot of Living' To Do."

The production is recommended for ages 6 and over. Parents are advised to use their discretion when deciding what shows are appropriate for children. Running time is one hour.

IF YOU GO:

BYE BYE BIRDIE

Performances: June 15 & 16 at 7:30 pm & June 17 & 18 at 2:00 pm & 7:30 pm

At Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, 325 Minor St. in the heart of Rivertown, Kenner LA (parallel to Williams Blvd.)

Plenty of parking on the streets around the theater

Tickets: $15 per person. Reserved Seating

For more information, season subscriptions and tickets, contact the Box Office: (504) 461-9475 or visit www.RivertownTheaters.com.

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