[NEohioPAL] Aurora Community Theatre announces new dates for A Nice Family Gathering

[Aurora Community Theatre]

*Aurora Community Theatre *

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 20, 2022







*NEW DATES ANNOUNCED MAR 18—APR 3*


* A Nice Family Gathering*

*Hilarious, Quirky Comedy*



Aurora Community Theatre announces new dates for *a Nice Family Gathering,* the
story of a man who loved his wife so much – he almost told her.



Now opening Mar 18, the award-winning play by Phil Olson continues at 8 pm
Fridays and Saturdays through Apr 3, plus 2 pm Sunday Mar 27 and Apr 3 at
Aurora Community Theatre 115 E. Pioneer Trail in Aurora.



All current tickets will be honored on the new dates. Patrons can exchange
online by linking to their account through www.auroracommunitytheatre.com,
by emailing info at auroracommunitytheatre.com or by calling 330-562-1818.

When the Lundeen family gathers for their first holiday meal since Dad
died, the patriarch returns in spirit to tell his wife what he hadn’t told
her in 41 years – that he really loved her. Trouble is, no one except his
estranged son can hear or see him and, double trouble, Mom has brought a
date to the festivities.

Set against the winter backdrop of the frigid Midwest, warm feelings
finally thaw the gathering, bringing the family closer than ever.

*Paula Kline-Messner* directs the delightful, laugh-out-loud comedy by *Phil
Olson* with *Amie Gabel*, producer.

*Kevin Horak* performs the role of Dad with *Vince Stillitano* as the
younger son, Carl. *Sue Cohen* plays Mom, with *David Rusnak* as older son
Michael, *Jenny Boswell* as Michael’s wife Jill, *Michala Peltz* as
daughter Stacy, while *Jerry Schaber* takes on the role of the neighborly
suitor, Jerry.

*Ann Nyenhuis* is the stage manager with *Allie Stark*, assistant stage
manager. *Bob Schaefer* designed the set. *Karen Cirino* is the costume
designer. *Craig Kollai* designed the lighting, Maggie Hamilton the
sound. *Vicki
Rizzo-Prato* serves as board liaison.



Ann Nyenhuis was also in charge of building the set, overseeing a volunteer
crew that included:

*Jerry Schaber, Bob Schaefer, Dave Nyenhuis, Greg Hinkle, Allie Stark, and
Tracy Zbiegien*



"'A Nice Family Gathering' is that rarest of all plays - a fun evening that
is both comic and tender.” - *NewJerseyNewsRoom.com*

"A heart touching comedy that every family can relate to." - *Lake Orion
Review*

“What makes the play so enjoyable is that everyone can see aspects of their
family in the characters and family dynamics of the Lundeens.” – *Paper
Trail*

“A good heart is behind all this family silliness!" - *Los Angeles Times*

"A surefire, laugh-a-minute hit!" - *The Tolucan Times*

Tickets at $18 each for adults, $13 for youth age 18 and under are
available online anytime, including seat selection, at
www.auroracommunitytheatre.com or by calling 330-562-1818.


*PLEASE NOTE Aurora Community Theatre requires proof of Covid-19
vaccination, or proof of a negative Covid-19 test from within 72 hours of
the performance date and time for entry. In addition, masks are required
inside the building, lobby and all public spaces.*

*A NICE FAMILY GATHERING* is presented by special arrangement with Samuel
French Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company.

Aurora Community Theatre’s 62nd season continues with *Spring Awakening*
June 24-July 16.

PLEASE NOTE: *Roald Dahl’s* *Matilda the MusicaL has been canceled. *

Aurora Community Theatre is located at 115 E. Pioneer Trail, near the
intersection of SR 43 and 306, at the gazebo, in the center of Aurora. ACT
extends appreciation to The Denise G. & Norman E. Wells, Jr. Family
Foundation for their generous underwriting of the Wells Main Stage.

*ACT, celebrating 62 successful seasons in 2021-2022, annually presents
four shows plus two children’s summer workshops, reaching an annual
audience of over 7,000. *
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