First Night at Merrimack Repertory Theatre
Dates: (7/19/2019 - 7/21/2019 )
Merrimack Repertory Theatre |
50 E. Merrimack Street
Lowell,MA 01852
Phone: 978-654-4678
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New Years Eve, 1985. Danny Fleming, mid-thirties, is about to close up his video store for the evening when into the store pops a woman he believes he remembers from grammar school. What he remembers most is that this woman went away to be a nun. Why is she there? Why does he care? As the story unfolds, we find out the answers to these and many other questions. "A lovely riff of magic...touch it for yourself." Kevin Kelly, the Boston Globe"Neary is a pro at rib-tickling; snappy one-liners pop from his pen like firecrackers...FIRST NIGHT demonstrates that Neary loves and understands the wayward workings or ordinary peoples minds and hearts. His humor caresses his subjects, never wags a finger at them." Arthur Friedman, The Boston Herald"What a delight!...Just as Fred Astaire was able to dance with a hatrack and make it look good, so playwright Jack Neary is able to sidestep the clichs and find the humor and the heart in this touching little encounter." The Los Angeles Times "FIRST NIGHT has considerable charm, zest, imagination and expertise." Variety
- Frederick Rath
- Jack Neary
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Merrimack Repertory Theatre Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
Merrimack Repertory Theatre is at 50 E. Merrimack Street, Lowell, MA.
Merrimack Repertory Theatre (MRT) will celebrate 43 years this season as the Merrimack Valley’s professional theatre. With a steadfast commitment to new plays, MRT annually produces seven works, including several premieres, in the 279-seat Nancy L. Donahue Theatre at Liberty Hall. Under the leadership of the Nancy L. Donahue Artistic Director Courtney Sale and Executive Director Bonnie J. Butkas, MRT strives to fulfill its mission to “create remarkable new and contemporary plays that bring joy to our art form while engaging, entertaining and enriching our community.” The non-profit company guarantees that shows are accessible to audiences of all incomes; partners with businesses and other non-profits to fully engage the community; and contributes to the economic vitality of Lowell by attracting diverse audiences from throughout the region.
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