Whimsical musical hits Rosebud Opera House this Christmas season

Times Contributor

 

‘May & Joe’ is a brand new musical with all new original pieces written by local artist Paul Zakarias of Rosebud, with a few tried and true hymns and carols thrown in for good measure, debuting at the Rosebud Opera House this coming weekend.

May is pregnant, which is truly a miracle for her. Joe is in a state of confusion around dreams and miracles and the visitation of an angel. How does one wonder of the true Christmas story over 2000 years ago in today’s society and all the demands of the world?

This musical has a good sense of whimsy and a light touch but packs a real punch. Director Morris Ertman states that “at the opening read has one in fits of laughter and then the tears.”

Something special to start off this coming Christmas season, the show will run from this coming weekend until Dec. 22. Tickets for the show can be purchased by calling the theatre at 1-800-267-7553 or contacting them at www.rosebudtheatre.com

The 2013 season holds many great expectations for first time theatre-goers as well as for the seasoned ticket holders. 

“This coming season showcases significant lives … how one life can actually matter in the grand scheme of things,” he said.

The theatre season starts off with ‘Barefoot in the Park’ (running March 22 – May 11). Showcasing a couple of newlyweds with nothing in common, the zany romantic comedy is well worth watching in the cold winter months.

Spring brings to the Opera House stage the ‘Cotton Patch Gospel’, the gospel according to bluegrass and the retelling of the story set in the contemporary American South (running May 31 – Aug. 24).

A mysterious journey begins to unravel in the unexpected adventure of ‘Underneath the Lintel: An Impressive Display of Lovely Evidences’ from July 3 to Aug. 24 on the Studio Stage. The librarian is in search of a book that is 123 years overdue.

Fall brings a story from Thornton Wilder to life in ‘Our Town, a Day in the Life of Just About Everybody.’ 

“This town is every town and the simplicity of life is this: underneath the everyday ordinary are lives that are extraordinary,” he said.

Finally, to wrap up the 2013 season is the time loved classic ‘It’s A Wonderful Life’, via an ensemble cast of over two dozen characters with live music, sound effects, 1940’s charm, this holiday event unfolds as a radio broadcast.

With Christmas coming a wonderful gift to receive or purchase ticket packs and season passes to all or some of these fine performances that come with a wonderful meal. To order season tickets please call 1-800-267-7553.