On Saturday, July 27, I had the pleasure of seeing the Castle Craig Players production of the musical GYPSY at the Almira F. Stephan Memorial Playhouse in Meriden, CT. This tale, based on a true story, has book written by Arthur Laurents, with music by Jule Styne and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Ian Galligan provides spectacular direction to this phenomenal cast, with the help of Chris Coffey as musical director and conductor of the talented live six piece band, and Erin Coffey as choreographer.
It's the story of the quintessential stage mother, her dreams for herself and her daughters, and the daughter who dared live her own dream. a?oeGYPSY: A Musical Fablea?? will close out the Castle Craig Players 26th Anniversary Season, running July 26a?"August 10 at their intimate cabaret venue in Meriden.
It's the story of the quintessential stage mother, her dreams for herself and her daughters, and the daughter who dared live her own dream. 'GYPSY: A Musical Fable' will close out the Castle Craig Players 26th Anniversary Season, running July 26-August 10 at their intimate cabaret venue in Meriden.
WINDER WONDERETTES is playwright Roger Bean's new sequel to his previous hit jukebox musical comedy The Marvelous Wonderettes, which the Castle Craig Players produced last year. The same brilliant director Ian Galligan brings back the same four extremely talented actresses who gel together with tighter harmonies and stronger stage chemistry than many touring bands have ever attained. Chelsea Dacey, Emma Czaplinski, Jessica Engster, and Jennifer Del Sole reprise their roles of Suzy, Missy, Betty Jean, and Cindy Lou, respectively. Musical director Chris Coffee leads the three piece backstage live band that accompanies the singers, enhancing the quality of this show that is marvelous all around with excellent acting, singing, dancing, and stage antics.
The Wonderettes are back in town, just in time for the holidays! The Castle Craig Players will present 'THE WINTER WONDERETTES' - the ALL-NEW holiday sequel to last year's sold-out hit - November 30-December 15, at their intimate cabaret venue.
What do you do when you've got three girlfriends, all your friends are married, and it's your birthday? Find out as the Castle Craig Players close out their 25th Anniversary Season with Stephen Sondheim & Geroge Furth's groundbreaking musical comedy, COMPANY, running July 27-August 11 at their intimate cabaret venue.
Winner of 7 Tony Awards, Stephen Sondheim's groundbreaking musical is a wildly funny look at relationships. Over a series of dinner parties, dates and conversations with his friends, the perennially single Bobby attempts to understand the pros and cons of marriage and the meaning of the word "commitment." With a brilliant score by one of the greatest composers of our time, COMPANY features memorable and intricate songs, such as "Not Getting Married Today", "The Ladies Who Lunch" and "Being Alive."
The Castle Craig Players have yet again brought an excellent cast to the stage in COMPANY a Stephen Sondheim musical centering on a 35 year old bachelor's ponderings regarding whether he wants to get married at all, and if so, to whom.
What do you do when you've got three girlfriends, all your friends are married, and it's your birthday? Find out as the Castle Craig Players close out their 25th Anniversary Season with Stephen Sondheim & Geroge Furth's groundbreaking musical comedy, COMPANY, running July 27-August 11 at their intimate cabaret venue.
What do you do when you've got three girlfriends, all your friends are married, and it's your birthday? Find out as the Castle Craig Players close out their 25th Anniversary Season with Stephen Sondheim & Geroge Furth's groundbreaking musical comedy, COMPANY, running July 27-August 11 at their intimate cabaret venue.
Of all the parts of a woman's body, none is quite as shrouded in mystery as the vagina. The very word is rarely spoken aloud; it is confined to hushed tones and furtive glances, a word to be vaguely embarrassed by. This will not be the case when that most private part finds itself thrust into the spotlight in THE VAGINA MONOLOGUES, by Even Ensler, presented by the Castle Craig Players, February 9-17 at their intimate Meriden venue!
A quartet of highly talented singers captivate the audience with their intriguing storyline primarily told through lyrics of songs from the 1950s and 1960s. This first rate performance keeps the audience entertained from start to finish.
This long-running Off-Broadway hit takes you back to the 1958 Springfield High School prom where we meet Betty Jean, Cindy Lou, Missy, and Suzy, four girls with hopes and dreams as big as their crinoline skirts! As we learn about their lives and loves, the girls serenade us with classic '50s hits including "Lollipop," "Mister Sandman," "Dream Lover," and "Lipstick on Your Collar." Featuring over 30 classic '50s and '60s hits, THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES will keep you smiling in this must-take musical trip down memory lane!
Get ready for a non-stop musical blast from the past as the Castle Craig Players present THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES for two weeks only - May 5-14 - at their intimate Meriden venue. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Get ready for a non-stop musical blast from the past as the Castle Craig Players present THE MARVELOUS WONDERETTES for two weeks only - May 5-14 - at their intimate Meriden venue!
Love is in the air this summer as the Castle Craig Players continue their run of famous matchmaking musical HELLO, DOLLY! The beloved Broadway show, which won 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is live on stage through this Sunday, August 16!
Love is in the air this summer as the Castle Craig Players present the famous matchmaking musical HELLO, DOLLY! The beloved Broadway show, which won 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is live on stage for two weeks only - tonight, August 7, through August 16!
Love is in the air this summer as the Castle Craig Players present the famous matchmaking musical HELLO, DOLLY! The beloved Broadway show, which won 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is live on stage for two weeks only - August 7-16!
