WBT's SOUTH PACIFIC to Donate Opening Night Sales to Hudson Valley Honor Flight

Westchester Broadway Theatre will be donating a portion of all ticket sales for the opening night of SOUTH PACIFIC to sponsor the upcoming October 18th flight from Westchester with the second flight following in April of 2015.

Hudson Valley Honor Flight is a non-profit created solely to honor America's veterans for all their sacrifices. We transport our heroes to Washington, D.C. to visit and reflect at their memorials at no cost to the veterans. Honor Flight Network recognizes American veterans for their sacrifices and achievements by flying them to Washington, D.C. to see their memorials at no cost. Top priority is given to World War II and terminally ill veterans from all wars.

In the future, Honor Flight Network will be expanded to include Korean War and Vietnam War veterans. In order for Honor Flight Network to achieve this goal, guardians fly with the veterans on every flight providing assistance and helping veterans have a safe, memorable and rewarding experience. For what our veterans have sacrificed and have given to us, we consider what we do a small token of appreciation!

Westchester Broadway Theatre presents SOUTH PACIFIC, featuring music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II and book by Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan. Directed by Charles Repole, choreographed by Michael Lichtefeld and featuring musical direction by Leo Carusone, the show runs September 25th - November 30th and December 31st - January 25th, 2015.

Rodgers and Hammerstein's award-winning South Pacific is based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book Tales of the South Pacific by James A. Michener. The musical is set on an island paradise during World War II and tells two parallel love stories against the dangers of prejudice and war and the importance of valuing diversity. Its portrayal of Americans stationed in an alien culture in wartime is as relevant today as when it first thrilled audiences in 1949.

The original play won 10 Tony Awards in 1949 and set the stage for a highly successful movie version in 1958 starring Rossano Brazzi, and Mitzi Gaynor. The piece won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1950. The score contains many of the most recognizable songs in Broadway history, including "Some Enchanted Evening," "Younger Than Springtime," "I'm Gonna Wash That Man Right Out-a My Hair," "I'm In Love With a Wonderful Guy" and "There Is Nothing Like a Dame."

The cast features Haley Swindal as Nellie Forbush, George Dvorsky as Emile de Becque, Zach Trimmer as Lt. Joseph Cable, Bill E. Dietrich as Luther Billis, Joanne Javien as Bloody Mary, Alison T. Chi as Liat, Brian Michael Henry as Stewpot, David Cantor as Commander Harbison, William Richardson as Professor and James Van Treuren as Brackett. The deBecque children will feature local children; Kyle Arzaga and Daniel Ward will alternate in the role of Jerome and Kaeleigh Picco and Isabella D'Erasmo will alternate in the role of Ngana.

The multi talented ensemble includes Felipe Bombonato, Logan Benedict, Stephanie Cowan, Michael Dinneen, Sarah Ellis, Joey Elrose, Paul Jordan Jansen, Pedro Kaawaloa, Ashley Lanyon, Maria Logan, and Laura Yen Solito.

The production is Directed by WBT favorite, Charles Repole, who has been at the helm for many WBT productions including; My Fair Lady, Sugar and I Love You,You're Perfect, Now Change! The Choreographer is Michael Lichtefeld. The Musical Director is Leo Carusone. Set Design is by Steven Loftus, Lighting Design is by Andrew Gmoser, Sound Design is by Jonathan Hatton, Costume Design is by Derek Lockwood and Roberto Silva.. The Production Stage Manager is Victor Lukas, Properties are by Grumpy Props. As with all our productions, Lisa Tiso is the Associate Producer.

Dinner & Show prices range between $54.00 and $80.00 PLUS TAX, depending on the performances chosen. Beverage Service & Gratuities are not included in the ticket price. Discounts are available for children, students, and senior citizens at selected performances. More information at www.BroadwayTheatre.com.