A. D. Players Mainstage Theater Opens MASS APPEAL Tonight

A. D. Players announces that Mass Appeal will open tonight, October 22nd and run through November 16, 2014 on their Grace Theater stage, as the second show of the company's 2014-2015 season.

One Sunday, seminarian Mark Dolson interrupts Father Tim Farley's sermon to challenge his stance on the ordination of women. This comedy-drama focuses on the conflict between a complacent Roman Catholic pastor and an idealistic young deacon who is assigned to Father Tim's affluent, suburban church. Each man has something to teach the other in an ultimate search for spiritual truth.

"Mass Appeal will not only entertain you, it will also challenge you with questions no one should hide from," Joey Watkins, director, said.

The cast of Mass Appeal includes A. D. Players' resident actors Ric Hodgin and Braden Hunt.

The production team features scenic and lighting design by Mark A. Lewis, properties design by Abigail Kehr, costume design by Patty Tuel Bailey, and sound design by Zach Varela. Directed by Joey Watkins and assistant directed by Chip Simmons.

Performances play the A. D. Players' Grace Theater, 2710 W. Alabama, 77098. Mass Appeal runs October 22 - November 16, 2014. Performances are Thursdays at 7:30pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 2:30pm. There will be one Wednesday matinee on November 12th , 2014 at 2:30pm and one Saturday matinee on November 8th at 2:30pm. *Preview performances are Wednesday, October 22nd and Thursday, October 23rd at 7:30pm.*

Tickets may be purchased online at www.adplayers.org, at A. D. Players' Box Office, 2710 W. Alabama, or by calling 713-526-2721. Ticket prices range from $20-$40 for single tickets. Group, student, and senior discounts are available.

TALKBACKS: Following each performance, the audience is invited to stay and visit with the cast and creative team about the play.

Founded in 1967 by Jeannette Clift George, A. D. Players pioneered a unique style of theater committed to producing plays and programs that uphold human value, offer creativity, and promote literacy and education. The company is one of Houston's largest resident theater companies, impacting more than nine million people. Annually, the company produces five Mainstage shows and four Children's Theater performances, fields a National Touring Unit, and maintains a year-round Theater Arts Academy. A. D. Players is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. We share our mission with volunteers, community associates, and those who make our work possible through their support. For additional information, visit www.adplayers.org or call 713-526-2721.

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