Gateway Players Theatre is excited to announce special fundraising performances of the beloved musical Godspell in support of Elm Street Congregational Church. This collaborative event promises an uplifting evening filled with inspiring music, energetic performances, and a shared spirit of community.
Gateway Players Theatre has called Elm Street Church home since 2017 when our long-time home; The Barn at the Ruth Wells Art Center was discovered to be structurally unsound. We are so appreciative of the church and their support that we feel the need to give back. All proceeds from these performances will go directly toward supporting the Roof Capital Campaign held in 2025. By attending, you’ll not only enjoy a night of fantastic entertainment but also contribute to important improvements to this historic church.
Performance dates are March 20 & 21 at 7:30pm and March 22 at 2pm. . The performances will be held at Elm Street Congregational Church, 61 Elm Street in Southbridge, MA. Entrance is on Park Street (around the corner). Book by John Michael Tebelak, Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, Conceived and Originally Directed by John Michael Tebelak, Based on The Gospel According to St. Matthew. GODSPELL is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). Directed by Lynn Boucher, Produced by Lou-Ellen Corkum and the Musical Director is Chris Rubenacker.
Tickets are $20 for Adults, and $17 for Seniors and Youth. Tickets may be reserved by calling Gateway at 508-764-4531. Online credit card ticket sales are available at
https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/gateway-players/godspell
The cast includes: “Jesus” - Alex Gardner, “John the Baptist/Judas” - Mark Lammert
Ensemble: Billy Bolster, David Yutzler, Davyn Walsh, Deb Hollett, Erin Simpson, Hannah Bilis
Heather Crabbe, Kirsten Smaltz, and Robyn De Gennaro.
Synopsis:
GODSPELL was the first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin, Children of Eden), and it took the world by storm. Led by the international hit, "Day by Day," GODSPELL features a parade of beloved songs, including "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord," "Learn Your Lessons Well," "All for the Best," "All Good Gifts," "Turn Back, O Man" and "By My Side."
A small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques, and hefty doses of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus' life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus' messages of kindness, tolerance, and love come vibrantly to life.
Boasting a score with chart topping songs, a book by a visionary playwright (John-Michael Tebelak) and a feature film, GODSPELL is a sensation that continues to touch audiences.
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