Cape May Stage, South Jersey's premier professional Equity theatre, is proud to announce the opening of William Mastrosimone's South Philly love story, The Woolgatherer. This funny and poignant play will begin performances on Wednesday, September 14 (with an official opening on Thursday, September 15) and will run Wednesdays through Sundays at 8 p.m. through Saturday, October 22 at the Robert Shackleton Playhouse located at the corner of Bank and Lafayette Streets in downtown Cape May.
Set in a small apartment in South Philadelphia in 1979, the story follows the unlikely romance of Rose, a nervous and flighty woman who works the candy counter at the local five-and-dime, and Cliff, a foul-mouthed truck driver looking for a one night stand while his broken rig is being repaired. Rose, played by Broadway actress Pilar Millhollen, and Cliff, featuring NY stage and screen actor Michael Basile, find much more than expected when they begin to open up and share fears that have left them both unable to find the human connection they so desperately seek.
"It is a story about two misfits who somehow find each other, and, despite their own fears regarding intimacy, manage to connect and begin to heal each other," says Director Roy Steinberg. "There is a real resonance to the story that transcends the time period and is as captivating today as the first time I read it."Directed by Cape May Stage's Artistic Director Roy Steinberg, the artistic team includes Shawn Fisher (sets and lighting), Leon Dobkowski (costumes), and Benjamin Loverin (stage manager).
Performance InformationThe Woolgatherer officially opens Thursday, September 15th and will run to Saturday, October 22nd at the Robert Shackleton Playhouse at the corner of Bank and Lafayette Streets in downtown Cape May. Performances are Wednesdays through Sundays at 8 p.m. Tickets are $35 adults, $30 seniors (62+), and $15 students. Friday, October 7 will be a half-price performance for senior citizens. Following the September 15th opening, all ticket holders are invited to join the opening night after-party, with the chance to mingle with the cast and crew. Call (609) 884-1341 for reservations and information or visit the theatre's website, www.capemaystage.org.The Woolgatherer is co-sponsored by Wilsey Realty, LLC, The Fudge Kitchen, and The Mad Batter. This season's sponsors include 410 Bank Street/Frescos, Exit Zero, CapeSCape, The Corner Cottage Apartments, Harry's Bar & Grille at the Montreal Inn, La Mer Beachfront Inn, Lucky Bones, Cape May Winery, and The Washington Inn.Videos