DM Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble Summer Showcase Set for 7/19

The Des Moines Community Playhouse's Final Act Ensemble presents their annual summer showcase, an evening of radio shows, 7:00 PM, Tuesday, July 19. Tickets are $10 for all ages and available online at www.dmplayhouse.com and at The Playhouse ticket office, 515-277-6261.

The Final Act Ensemble returns for another installment of nostalgic radio programming, presented in two acts. The first half of the program consists of old-time radio fun with episodes like "Fibber McGee and Molly on Election Day," "Gracie (Allen) Runs for President," and "George Frumple Runs for Town Council." Also on the program: period songs, an installment of "The Shadow" and the return of Dick Tracy, this time solving "Murder at the Mike."

The Final Act Ensemble is a troupe of performers ages 55 and older that presents classic and original radio plays, including commercials and sound effects. The Final Act Ensemble is in its eighth year at The Playhouse. Programs are available for youth, adult, and multi-generational audiences.

The Playhouse is beginning its 98th consecutive season and is one of the oldest and largest community theatres in the nation. Located at the 42nd Street exit of I-235, the theatre has presented a full season of shows since 1919 and also offers a wide variety of educational experiences including classes for ages 4 to adult, theatre trips to New York, and volunteer opportunities onstage and backstage.

For more information on the Final Act Ensemble and their summer showcase, contact the Des Moines Community Playhouse at 515-277-6261 or visitdmplayhouse.com.

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