Performing arts group to present production of Broadway musical “42nd Street” over next two weekends
The Lakeland Players will be performing its production of the Broadway musical “42nd Street” over the next two weekends at Elkhorn’s iconic Walworth County Performing Arts Center.
According to a press release from Producer Linda Kouzes, “42nd Street” is the story of hard work, being in the right place at the right time, talent and love. She said the musical is a celebration of Broadway and the people involved in shows, focusing on aspiring chorus girl Peggy Sawyer and taking the audience along on her journey.
The Broadway musical features hits like, “Shuffle Off To Buffalo,” “We’re In The Money,” “Lullaby Of Broadway,” and “You’re Getting To Be A Habit With Me.”
“Every audience enjoys watching the underdog succeed,” the release said.
The show is directed and choreographed by David Whitney of Delavan, with Stephen Brellethin of Elkhorn Assisting him with choreography. Amberleigh Aller of Lake Geneva serves as the production’s musical director, assisted by Kathy Middleton, accompanist. Kouzes, of Delavan, is producing the show.
The show opens this Friday with a 7:30 p.m. performance at the Walworth County Performing Arts Center, formerly the Sprague Theater. Performances will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 13-15 and may 20-22, with Friday and Saturday shows beginning at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees kicking off at 3 p.m.
All tickets are $15 and can be purchased by calling (262) 723-4848, purchased in person at the Elkhorn Area Chamber of Commerce, 203 E. Walworth St., or ordered online at lakeland-players.org.
