COME SHAKE THE BLUES AWAY COURTESY OF GOODSPEED MUSICALS

 

 

 

Have you been starved for the magic of a musical or the excitement of theater? Than have I got a date for you! Goodspeed Musicals is planning a unique virtual gala for Thursday, October 29 at 7:30 p.m. when Broadway comes to East Haddam. A showboat of stars who have made their mark on the Goodspeed stage will return to create new productions rather than  their previous roles in such hits as “Hello, Dolly!,” “Holiday Inn,” “The Drowsy Chaperone,” “Oklahoma!,” “Anything Goes,” “Thoroughly Modern Millie” and many more.

 

The action will be on the Goodspeed stage as well as a variety of original spaces throughout the historic Opera House. Song and dance will resonate from all areas as stars like Klea Blackhurst, Bryan Thomas Hunt, Gizel Jimenez, Rashidra Scott, Kelly Sheehan, James Snyder, Alysha Umphress and Nicholas Ward will strut their incredible stuff in sensational scenes. Acclaimed choreographer Kelli Barclay will use her magic for a special number while Resident Music Director Adam Souza will craft all the orchestrations.

 

The evening will be a fundraiser for this iconic stage, a virtual gala to support Goodspeed until it can re-open for more glorious performances. Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts will match all tickets purchased and gifts made, dollar for dollar.SFFEA’s Founding Partner Linda Marshall said “The Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts has been thrilledto partner with Goodspeed on their impactful annual arts education programs. This fall, while we wait for all arts organizations, including Goodspeed, to re-open, we encourage donors to recognize the importance of Goodspeed in our community by joining us in making a generous gift during this exciting event.”

 Unlike previous gala celebrations, there is no limit on attendees for Shakin' the Blues Away—thousands of Goodspeed members and musical theatre lovers from around the world can participate in this exciting event from their own homes. There are a few ways to enjoy the gala performance. New and renewing Goodspeed Members who sign up by October 23 will receive a free ticket for their household to watch Shakin’ the Blues Away: A Virtual Gala Concert for Goodspeedfrom the comfort of home. For all others, tickets for this one-of-a-kind musical experience are $25. This fundraising event is vital to the future of Goodspeed Musicals and is offered as a beacon of musical theatre hope and joy during the pandemic. 

 

For those who wish to savor the event but can’t watch on October 29, Shakin' the Blues Awaywill be available for ticket holders to watch for an entire week after it premieres.

 

For memberships, tickets, event information and more aboutShakin’ the Blues Away: A Virtual Gala Concert for Goodspeed, please visit www.Goodspeed.org/gala. 

Help preserve the proud legacy of the Goodspeed by participating in this gala event, one guaranteed to shake and sweep the blues away.