Round Barn Theatre Presents PLAIN AND FANCY, 42ND STREET in 2010 Season

By: Jul. 13, 2010
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The Round Barn Theatre at Amish Acres, Nappanee, Indiana is currently presenting the musical PLAIN AND FANCY (through October 16) and will soon open 42ND STREET, which will run July 20 through August 29. 

PLAIN AND FANCY was the first Broadway musical to open in 1955, shortly before SILK STOCKINGS and DAMN YANKEES, and ran for 461 performances followed by over 350 performances in London. It was a hit by any standard. Now, nearly five decades later, Amish Acres has become the national home for this delightful musical, celebrating its 24th season, after over 3,400 performances before 355,000 patrons. It is the heartwarming tale of a New York couple that experiences a rare glimpse of life and love on an Amish farm. Whether it is your first trip to Bird-in-Hand or a return visit, the community revealed through PLAIN AND FANCY's music, laughter and joy, will touch people of all origins, backgrounds and faiths! The theatre's stage has been dedicated to Joseph Stein, co-author of the show, whose support and guidance has given the theatre much of its charm, character, and direction. Among its songs "Young and Foolish" became one of the year's most popular songs, recorded by Dean Martin.

Walk in to any performance of the 24th annual production of Joseph Stein's first Broadway musical, PLAIN AND FANCY, during the 2010 Season, buy one adult ticket, and get the second one for 40 cents! Subject to availability and must be purchased in person on day of show.

42ND STREET tells the story of a humble, naïve, young actress named Peggy Sawyer who has come to audition for a new Broadway musical. Unfortunately, due to her nervousness, Peggy arrives to the audition late and misses her chance to join the chorus. Luckily, Peggy soon catches the eye of the famous director, Julian Marsh, and he gives Peggy her big break. However, the show's aging leading lady, Dorothy Brock, quickly grows to dislike Peggy. During final rehearsals, Ms. Brock falls and breaks her ankle. Panic spreads through the company, as the show is doomed for closure, until it is suggested that Peggy take the role. In only thirty-six hours, Peggy learns twenty-five pages of dialogue, six songs and ten dances. 42nd Street includes the Broadway standards "We're in the Money", "Shuffle Off to Buffalo", "Lullaby of Broadway" and "About a Quarter to Nine".

For more information, including details of other upcoming productions, visit the Amish Acres musical theatre website.



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