The Plaza Theatre Announces its 2013/2014 Season Lineup
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL. – (March 14, 2013) The Plaza Theatre, the hottest place in Palm Beach County to see entertaining comedies, musicals and lighter dramas, is proud to announce its 2013-2014 lineup, that will definitely have something for everyone!
Brighton Beach Memoirs – October 10 – 27, 2013
Brighton Beach Memoirs is an entertaining self-portrait of the writer, Neil Simon, as a young teen in 1973, living with his family in a crowded, lower middle class Brooklyn walk-up. Young Eugene Jerome dreams of baseball and girls, but is unhappy with the life he is living. His mother is formidable, his father is never around and his “worldly” older brother drives him crazy. Throw in his widowed aunt, Blanche, to the mix with her two young daughters, one of whom Eugene lusts for, and you’ve got a recipe for a hilarious show. Directed by Andy Rogow
Ain’t Misbehavin – November 7-24, 2013
The finger snapping revue depicts the outrageously comedic and musical soul of the 1930’s Harlem lives, making it one of Broadway’s best. The show brings to its audience the delightful humor and infectious energy of the great Fats Waller, while a versatile cast sings and dances the songs that he made famous in his career. This musical is sassy, sultry and unforgettable. Directed by Michael Leeds
I Love You You’re Perfect Now Change! – December 5-22, 2013
An off Broadway and international hit, this popular musical dives into the ever so popular mating game, exposing the myths and truths behind the dramatic and sometimes comedic world of a relationship. Act I explores the journey from dating and waiting, to love and marriage. While Act II reveals the agony and triumphs of the in-laws and newborns, trips in the family car and the pick up techniques of the senior set. Directed by Kevin Black
My Life On A Diet – January 16 – February 9, 2014
Starring Broadway and Hollywood Star, Renee Taylor, this brand new show is based on her best selling book “My Life on a Diet: Confessions of a Hollywood Diet Junkie”. This comedic masterpiece gives the audience a glimpse into Renee’s life and her lifelong struggles with weight loss, her ability to laugh at herself and others, and some juicy Hollywood gossip, This show is a must see that will have you laughing until the very last line. Directed by Joe Bologna
RAGS- February 20-March 16, 2014
A stirring musical about immigration, filled with great passion, humor, and a brilliant score. Rags explores the story of Rebecca, a naive Russian immigrant arriving at Ellis Island with her young son, and their struggle to make a life for themselves in the New World. This saga of strength and love, and of greed and power, is a deeply moving and inspirational story. With a book by Joseph Stein (Fiddler on the Roof), lyrics by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked), and music by Charles Strouse (Annie), Rags is sure to move and inspire. Directed by Andy Rogow
Dirty Blonde by Claudia Shear – March 27 – April 13, 2014
A funny, bawdy play set in New York City about fans and their obsession with Mae West. The play combines transformation and drama with a fabulous dollop of showbiz magic. Dirty Blonde is a multi-layered study of the nature of stardom, as experienced by one of its icons and two adoring fans. The show finds the enduring substance in the smoke and mirrors of one actress’ stardom, allowing Mae West to shock and delight once again. Reviews of this show say, “Hands down the best new American play of the season…Take off your hats, boys, Mae West is back on Broadway…” New York Times. Dirty Blonde has been also named a Theatre World Award and nominee for the Tony Award for Best Play, both in 2000. Directed by Michael Leeds.
Shows will run Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, with Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows beginning nightly at 7:30 p.m. Matinee performances begin at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday s, Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets for each show are $45. A subscription for all six shows is available for $225; purchase by March 15, 2013 for only $210.
Discounted group rates are available. The Plaza Theatre invites you to bring your friends, co-workers, and family to a show and enjoy discounted rates for groups of 10-19, at $39 a ticket, while groups of 20 or more are $36 per ticket. For more information or to purchase your ticket, please call the box office at (561) 588-1820 or visit www.theplazatheatre.net.
ABOUT THE PLAZA THEATRE: The Plaza Theatre, a not-for-profit 250-seat theatre, is home to a variety of light-hearted shows, with an occasional gripping drama, that will please every show-goer. Opened in early 2012 by Alan Jacobson, a Palm Beach Gardens resident who ran the Florida Jewish Theatre for five seasons in the 1990s and then became an independent producer of cabaret shows, musical revues and comedies such as If You Ever Leave Me … I’m Going With You and Down the Garden Path, which played at the Royal Poinciana Playhouse, The Plaza Theatre promises lower-than-average ticket prices and is bringing quality entertainment to all. The Plaza Theatre is located at 262 S. Ocean Blvd in Manalapan, FL. For more information, please call (561) 588-1820 or visit www.theplazatheatre.net.