In celebration of its upcoming 50th anniversary and just in time for Valentine's Day, The Fantasticks invites couples who have been together for 50 years or more to see the show free of charge and take home a commemorative photo with the cast. Those wishing to take advantage of the offer must call The Snapple Theater Center box office now through February 28, 2010 to book tickets for a 2010 performance of their choice.
The announcement was made today by Terzetto LLC, Pat Flicker Addiss and MARS Theatricals, producers of The Fantasticks, the world's longest-running musical."As we approach our historic 50th anniversary," said producer Catherine Russell, "We're thrilled to salute those special couples who, like The Fantasticks, have been around since Eisenhower was president, Ben-Hur won Best Picture and Elvis returned from war." The Fantasticks turns 50 on May 3, 2010.Eligible parties will receive two complimentary tickets to a 2010 performance of their choice and a photo with the cast. Those interested should call (212) 921-7862 to book tickets and present proof of the relationship. Blackout dates may apply.The Fantasticks (music by Harvey Schmidt, book/lyrics/direction by Tom Jones) is a captivating and simple romantic comedy about a boy and girl who fall in and out of love at the hands of their meddling fathers. The audience uses its imagination to follow the narrator, El Gallo, as he creates a world of moonlight and magic until the boy and girl find their way back to one other. The score, which includes the hit songs "Try To Remember," "They Were You" and "Soon It's Gonna Rain," is as timeless as the story itself.Videos