McKinney, Texas, May 8, 2013 -- Lend Me a Tenor, a hilarious play about mistaken identities with plenty of plot twists, is entering its final weekend. McKinney Repertory Theatre presents Lend Me a Tenor Friday and Saturday evening (May 10&11) and a Mother’s Day matinee May 12 at the McKinney Performing Arts Center.
Directed by Paul Mackenzie Lend Me a Tenor is a madcap screwball comedy that takes place when Tito Merelli (Richard A. Tomeo), the fiery-tempered and world famous Italian superstar, goes missing just as he's to make his debut with a local opera company. As the show's presenter (Dan Slay) conspires to cover for Tito's absence, placate his hot-blooded wife (Sheila D. Rose), and distract his passionate fans, chaos on a truly operatic level ensues!
Lend Me a Tenor has been produced on Broadway and the West End. Written by Ken Ludwig, the play has been translated into 16 languages and produced in 25 countries, and has won 3 Tony and 4 Drama Desk awards.
Cast Members are: Eddy Herring (Max), Jordan Sanchez (Maggie), Dan Slay (Saunders), Richard A. Tomeo (Tito Merelli), Sheila Rose (Maria), Steve Martin (Bellhop), Laura Merchant (Diana) and Karen Jordan (Julia). The producer is Jake Correll and Catie Blencowe is the Stage Manager.
Performances are at 8 p.m May 10-11 with a 2 p.m. performance on May 12. McKinney Performing Arts Center is located at 111 N. Tennessee Street on the square in McKinney. Tickets are $17 for adults, $14 for Seniors/Students and $12 for Children under 12. Visit www.mckinneyrep.org for more information or to purchase tickets.
The McKinney Repertory Theatre is a member of the McKinney Chamber of Commerce and the American Association of Community Theatre. Its productions are funded in part by the City of McKinney through the City of McKinney Arts Commission and the Texas Commission on the Arts.