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A.C.T. Studio Theatre Presents “Italian American Reconciliation”
Stuart - A.C.T. Studio Theatre opens the new year with the romantic comedy “Italian American Reconciliation” by John Patrick Shanley, the Academy-award-winning screenwriter of the hit movie “Moonstruck.” Set in New York City’s Little Italy, this modern-day folktale is about love, family, friendship, and second chances.
The story revolves around lovelorn Huey Maximilian Bonfigliano, who finds himself in unbearable misery three years after his divorce. Even though he has a nice girlfriend, Huey comes up with a crazy scheme to win back his ex-wife who he misses so much that his food has no taste. Turns out that the emotionally sensitive Huey doesn't have a clue about how best to carry on with women. But you can count on plenty of humor and compassion as the story unfolds.
The play’s tender romantic theme about how love can drive people crazy is both infectious and disarmingly charming. Joe Russo directed A.C.T.’s January performances of “Italian American Reconciliation.” The play stars Kevin Korman as lovelorn Huey, Patrick Price as best friend Aldo, Hillary Dawson as girlfriend Teresa, Ellen Gillette as Aunt May, and Aria Gmitter as ex-wife Janice.
With familiar themes from Mr. Shanley’s movie “Moonstruck,” “Italian American Reconciliation” will entertain audiences at A.C.T. Studio Theatre weekends Jan. 10 – 26. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 3:00 p.m. For tickets and information, please visit actstudiotheatre.com or call (772) 932-8880. Tickets are $26. A.C.T. Studio Theatre is located in the Cedar Pointe Plaza, 2399 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart.
Dolly Parton's Classic Musical “9 to 5” Hits the Barn Stage
January 9 – January 26, 2025
In Photo: Ashlley Spinelli (Doralee), Sharon Owens (Violet), & Brittany Weber (Judy). Seated is Pete Morello (Mr. Hart).
Set in the 1970’s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss, Mr. Hart. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While he remains “otherwise engaged,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey, a girl can scheme too, can't she?
The rollicking cast members are Ashlley Spinelli (Doralee), Brittany Weber (Judy),
Sharon Owens (Violet), Pete Morello (Mr. Hart), Matthew Hayes (Dwayne), Jy’ireze Bell-Bennett (Joe), Olivia Lewin (Kathy), Jennifer Goodman (Roz), Deborah Weber (Margaret) and Terry Weber (Tinsworthy). Ensemble members include Jessica Lund, Trinna Pye, Jeanette Mazzella, Stephen Mayer, and Austin Parriott: Ensemble.
The Production Team members are Kyle Weber, Director, Bryan Childe, Producer, Mariano Garcia IV, Music Director, Danielle Karam Dodds, Choreographer, Marcia Molinari, Costumer, and Gus McCall, Set Designer and Master Carpenter.
Tickets for “9 to 5” are currently on sale by visiting or calling the box office at 772-287-4884 or by visiting the Barn's website at barn-theatre.com. Group and student discounts are available.
In Photo: Brittany Weber (Judy), Ashlley Spinelli (Loralee) & Sharon Owens (Violet)
