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“The Play That Goes Wrong” At Elmwood Playhouse In Nyack May 17th to June 8th

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2 years ago

May 20, 2024

The Elmwood Playhouse in Nyack, NY, premiered “The Play That Goes Wrong,” delivers a hilariously chaotic theatrical experience. Directed by Dana Duff, this play portrays the Cornley Drama Society’s attempt to stage a 1920s murder mystery, “Murder at Haversham Manor,” where everything that can go wrong does, resulting in a cascade of comedic mishaps. The masterful execution of physical comedy and timing showcases the director’s skill. The set, designed to fail spectacularly, adds layers of visual humor as props break and actors fumble through their lines. The audience’s laughter was contagious, as the actors’ comedic talents and energy were fueled by the enthusiastic response from the crowd.

Running from May 17 to June 8, 2024, “The Play That Goes Wrong” offers performances on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 PM and Sundays at 2 PM, with an open caption performance on June 6. Tickets are priced at $30, with discounts for seniors and students. The Elmwood Playhouse, located at 10 Park Street in Nyack, provides an intimate and engaging setting, fulfilling its mission to bring high-quality theater to the Rockland County community. For further information please call 845-353-1313.

This production is a must-see for theater enthusiasts and anyone in need of some uproarious laughter!

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Penguin Rep Theatre Presents Flying Toward the Sun, Aug. 14–Sept. 6

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13 hours ago

August 13, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Penguin Rep Theatre will present the world premiere of Flying Toward the Sun, a new musical by Bill Nabel and Neil Berg, August 14 through September 6 in Stony Point.

The musical follows a newly hired immigration official whose first day on the job brings him face-to-face with the hopes, heartbreak and humanity of people seeking asylum in the United States.

With an original score and a story centered on the personal consequences of immigration and the American dream, Flying Toward the Sun explores the difficult choices faced by people whose lives are shaped by displacement, uncertainty and the search for a better future.

The production marks the world premiere of the musical and continues Penguin Rep Theatre’s tradition of presenting new works for the stage.

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‘Take Me America’ World Premiere Opens at Penguin Rep Theatre

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4 weeks ago

July 20, 2026

Rockland Report Admin

Penguin Rep Theatre will present the world premiere of Take Me America, a powerful new musical exploring the hopes, dreams, and challenges of the American immigration experience, running August 14 through September 6.

Written by Neil Berg (music and additional lyrics) and Bill Nabel (book and lyrics), the production is set in 2015 and follows Gary Campbell, an immigration official on his very first day on the job.

As Gary meets with individuals seeking a new life in the United States, he is confronted with deeply personal stories of sacrifice, heartbreak, resilience, and hope. Throughout the musical, he must make life-changing decisions that will determine the futures of those standing before him.

Blending an emotional story with an original score, Take Me America offers audiences a timely and thought-provoking look at the human side of immigration while celebrating the courage and determination of those pursuing the American dream.

The production marks another world premiere for Penguin Rep Theatre, which has earned a national reputation for developing new works that have gone on to stages across the country.

Take Me America will be performed August 14 through September 6 at Penguin Rep Theatre in Stony Point. Tickets and additional information are available through the theater’s box office and website.