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GoFundMe Created for Clarkstown 2-Year-Old Courageously Battling Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG)

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GoFundMe Created for Clarkstown 2-Year-Old Courageously Battling Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG) – a Rare Pediatric Brain Cancer

GoFundMe reads – In the face of unimaginable odds, we come to you with heavy hearts and a plea for support. Our dear friends Tori & Rob are navigating a heartbreaking journey as their beautiful 2-year-old daughter, Lily, courageously battles Diffuse Intrinsic Pontine Glioma (DIPG). The gravity of this rare and aggressive pediatric brain cancer was compounded by the devastating news that Lily has been given just 6-9 months to live.

Yet, in the midst of this painful reality, Lily continues to defy expectations with a spirit that shines brighter than the darkest prognosis. Her laughter, resilience, and boundless love have become a beacon of hope for everyone touched by her story.

We are reaching out to you today to ask for your support in the most challenging fight of Lily’s young life. The financial burden of medical treatments, experimental therapies, and end-of-life care is overwhelming for Tori & Rob. We have created a GoFundMe campaign to alleviate this burden and ensure that Lily receives the best possible care during her remaining time with us.
Your contribution, no matter the size, will make a significant impact on Lily’s quality of life, enabling Tori & Rob to focus on creating lasting memories and providing comfort for their precious daughter. Additionally, we ask that you share this campaign with your network, helping us reach compassionate hearts who may be willing to join us in this fight.
Let us rally together to show Lily, Tori, Rob & Danny, and all those affected by DIPG that they are not alone. Your generosity and kindness will make a meaningful difference during this incredibly challenging time.
Thank you for opening your hearts to Lily’s story and for standing with us as we fight against DIPG, refusing to accept its grim prognosis.
With heartfelt gratitude,

Brittany Massaro Farkas

Please consider donating in the link below to help support Lily’s fight! Let’s come together as a community and help support this family while they navigate this difficult time.

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Penguin Rep Theatre Premieres Flawless, a New Play About AI and Creativity, Sept. 26–Oct. 9

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STONY POINT, NY — A timely and thought-provoking new play is taking the stage this fall, offering audiences a humorous yet compelling exploration of the relationship between human creativity and artificial intelligence.

Titled Flawless, the production runs from September 26 through October 9 at a regional theater located in a converted 19th-century barn in Stony Point, New York. The show is directed by the theater’s founding artistic director and features a cast of both seasoned and emerging stage performers.

Described by the director as “a striking and humorous new work about the impending intersection of technology, creativity, and chemistry,” Flawless tells the story of a playwright and a software designer who team up to create the next great theatrical masterpiece—with help from AI. But as the line between art and algorithm begins to blur, the characters face unexpected questions about authenticity, control, and collaboration.


★ Acclaimed Cast and Creative Team

The production features an accomplished cast, including:

  • A television and stage actor with recurring roles on Homeland, Billions, and Chicago Med, and performances Off-Broadway with companies such as Mint Theater and TFANA.

  • A Broadway national tour veteran known for performances in Company.

  • A returning actor who has appeared at theaters across the country, including the Cleveland Play House, Dorset Theatre Festival, and Florida Studio Theatre.

Behind the scenes, the creative team includes award-winning designers responsible for set, lighting, sound, projections, and costumes. The production also benefits from a movement coordinator and a professional stage manager.


🏛️ Intimate Venue with Historic Charm

Performances are held at a professional regional theater housed in a restored hay barn dating back to circa 1880. With only 108 seats, the venue offers audiences an intimate experience—“no seat is more than 30 feet from the stage,” according to theater staff.

The space is fully climate-controlled, ADA accessible, and offers free parking on-site.


🎟️ Ticket Information & Special Events

  • General admission: $52

  • Advance discount: $45 if purchased by September 19

  • Special rates: Available for groups and individuals age 30 and under

The theater also offers “Cheap Thrills Fridays”, with $26 tickets available for select matinee and evening performances.

Special events during the run include:

  • Opening Day (Sept. 28): Post-show coffee and cake with the cast

  • October 4: A pre-show tasting from a local Italian restaurant

  • October 10: Post-show artist discussion with audience Q&A

  • October 17: “Pizza Friday,” with complimentary slices from a local pizzeria


📅 Performance Schedule

  • Thursdays: 7:30 PM

  • Fridays: Select matinees at 2:00 PM, evenings at 7:30 PM

  • Saturdays: 3:00 PM and 7:30 PM

  • Sundays: 2:00 PM matinees


For more information or to purchase tickets, visit the theater’s website at www.penguinrep.org or call 845-786-2873.

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Teen Theater Company Brings Shakespeare’s Cymbeline to Life at Antrim Playhouse August 29

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Teen Company Takes on Shakespeare with Summer Stock Production of Cymbeline

This summer, the Teen Company will embrace the classic theatrical tradition of summer stock—a fast-paced rehearsal and performance model that challenges young actors to prepare a show in a matter of weeks. Their chosen production: a shortened adaptation of Cymbeline, one of William Shakespeare’s late romances.

Cymbeline tells the story of Princess Imogen, a sharp and spirited young woman caught in a web of royal deceit. Forbidden to marry her true love, the humble Posthumus, she faces betrayal, banishment, and disguise. As she escapes into the wilderness, she encounters rustic strangers, dangerous plots, and revelations that turn everything on its head. The play features an evil queen, a foolish stepson, and King Cymbeline himself, striving to do what is right amidst the chaos.

The production is directed by Brady Amoonclark, and showcases a cast of dedicated teen performers who will bring this Shakespearean tale to life after just two weeks of intensive rehearsal.

The performance will take place on Thursday, August 29 at 7:00 PM at Antrim Playhouse in Tappan, New York. The public is invited to attend and experience the creativity and passion of these young artists.

For more information, contact the Antrim Playhouse or visit their website.

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