Victor Lang to Bring THE WAY IT WAS to The Grand 1894 Opera House, 6/7

The Grand 1894 Opera House opens its annual summer entertainment season on Saturday, June 7, at 4 pm, with a delightful evening of Island facts, fictions, and fantasies shared by Galveston's favorite conversationalist, Victor Lang.

In his one-man tribute, "The Way It Was," Lang uncovers - with all proper respect and the right amount of humor - the treasured memories of generations that have shaped beach and bay culture and conversations. Whether you're a native Galvestonian (BOI), an Islander by choice (IBC) or a visitor, you won't want to miss the fun!

Victor Lang is a native Galvestonian who worked as a Congressional staffer and lobbyist in the private sector for over forty years. [According to Lang, his years as a young Galveston bordello piano player helped prepare him for his political career!] He has taught Public Speaking at Texas A&M University at Galveston; participated on the Review of Texas Books panel at Lamar University; and served as an Elderhostel lecturer. His column, "Victor Lang Remembers," appeared regularly on the Guidry News Service. Lang is the author of two one-man shows, "Tales of Galveston," and "Washington: Fact and Fable."

Ticket prices for "The Way It Was" starring Victor Lang are $15. Call to order Box Seats. Special discounts for group and senior tickets are available. For information about this and other performances scheduled, contact The Grand's box office at 409.765.1894, 800.821.1894, or visit The Grand's website at www.thegrand.com. The theatre, located at 2020 Postoffice Street in Galveston's historic downtown Cultural Arts District, is recognized as "The Official Opera House of the State of Texas." All major credit cards accepted.