Act II Playhouse Extends SYLVIA 10/9

Act II Playhouse Producing Artistic Director Bud Martin announced that its acclaimed production of the comedy Sylvia has been extended by a week, to Oct. 9, due to popular demand.

Additional performances are: Wednesday, Oct. 5 at 8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 6 at 8 p.m., Friday, Oct. 7 at 8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 8 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 9 at 2 p.m.

Directed by Associate Artistic Director Harriet Power, Act II's production has won acclaim for its humor and heart by both audience and critics. Reviewer Dante J.J. Bevilacqua of the Montgomery Newspapers called the Act II's Sylvia "must-see theater" and an "excellent production."

"You will never look at Fido or Fifi the same way again," Bevilacqua wrote. "It's an unusual evening of comedy and A.R. Gurney insights. Don't miss it."

Sylvia tells the story of New York power couple Greg (Greg Wood) and Kate (Mary Elizabeth Scallen), who move from the suburbs to the city expecting to enjoy their newly empty nest. When Greg brings Sylvia (Jessica Bedford), an adorable stray mutt, back to their home, Kate finds herself ignored - and surprised by Greg's other changes. Can a longtime spouse compete with the undeniable appeal of unconditional love? Paul Felder rounds out the cast, playing three hilariously varied roles.

Notes director Power: "As a long-time fan of Sylvia, I'm thrilled by our audiences' ardent responses. I don't recall this many laughs since Boeing-Boeing, and viewers are also intensely moved and surprised by the twists and turns of the story."

Tickets are $27 for Wednesday and Thursday performances, and $33 for all Friday-Sunday performances. Tickets can be ordered online at www.act2.org, in person at Act II at 56 E. Butler Avenue, or by calling the Act II Box Office at (215) 654-0200.

The design team is comprised of scenic designer Dirk Durossette, costume designer Rosemarie McKelvey, Sound Designer David O'Connor, and lighting designer James Leitner.

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