Possum Point Players to present ‘Godspell’ March 27-April 5
Possum Point Players Director John Hulse recently announced the dates and cast members for the spring musical, “Godspell.”
Tickets are on sale for performances Friday to Sunday, March 27 to 29, and April 3 to 5, at Possum Hall, 441 Old Laurel Highway in Georgetown. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m.
Tickets are $25, or $24 for seniors and students. For more information or to purchase tickets, go to www.possumpointplayers.org or call 302-856-3460. Advance purchase is recommended to ensure getting preferred date and seats.
Hulse, a Rehoboth Beach resident, said this lyrical retelling of parables from the Gospel of Matthew features the talents of Hunter Graves, also of Rehoboth Beach; Delaney Cinnamon and Sarah Rose, Lewes; Alonzo Dixon, Bridgeville; Abby Krams, Maddie Moore, and Ashlie Workman, Millsboro; Dillon Mangene and Abigail Porter, Seaford; and Landon Rockwell, Georgetown.
He said Possum Point Players are preparing to bring audiences modern, vibrant songs of biblical parables and sentimental, sobering songs of the last days of Jesus’ life. This slightly updated “Godspell” closely mirrors the production that was conceived and directed by John-Michael Tebelak with music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. Schwartz also provided new music and lyrics for this version.
Hulse is joined by Music Director Gail Betton Kelso of Millsboro in bringing “Godspell” to the stage in Possum Hall. They agree that the musical is a joyous, contemporary version of the Gospel of Matthew with music and dance that spreads the messages of Christ. The songs teach of kindness, tolerance and love in sometimes funny and sometimes sentimental ways. Songs include “Save the People,” “Turn Back, O Man,” “Beautiful City” and “Day by Day.”
“Godspell” is appropriate for all audiences.
