Trenton Rally...Power of Theatre

I was in Trenton today in support of the WI and NJ workers and against their governor and ours. I got off the train and a man from the CWA asked me what union I worked for and asked if I was there for the rally. I told him I was not in a union and ran SCTC in Camden. He looked at me and shouted "You're the guy that did "Waiting For Lefty"! He said he knew all about SCTC and the play and was sorry he missed it. He grabbed my hand in a firm shake and we walked up Mill Hill towards the statehouse. I then stood with firemen from Jersey City, teachers from West Windsor and electricians from Rahway as we all "pledged allegiance" together. Theatre has real power and so do we all as citizens. Stand up and fight for what you believe in. You never know who you are affecting.

Over 600 people "Waited For Lefty"

Thank you to everyone who made our production of "Lefty" the rousing success that it was. for the 2nd straight Sunday we were sold out and had people wait for tix to become available [everyone got in]. It was an honor to direct such a fine cast and the incredible standing ovation yesterday was so appreciated by all of us. As our show ends, though, the work continues. "Go Irish! The Purgatory Diaries of Jason Miller "will be here for 3 shows March 18, 19 and 20. More on that later. Thanks again and, as we move out of 1935 and ahead in the NJ and US of 2011 remember Odet's words "life is supposed to be for everyone".

Tix for "Lefty" selling fast

Only 20 seats remain for Sunday's 2PM show as of 2PM Friday. Tonight and tomorrow night at 8PM also selling very quickly. Go to www.southcamdentheatre.org for tix. Come see why this play is so important as workers are protesting in two state capitals in the US right now. Join us in our "Wait for Lefty".

"Lefty" is alive in today's protests

"Waiting For Lefty" shows us a union meeting in 1935 where workers are debating whether the time is finally right to strike when greedy employers take advantage of a bad economy to make the worker's lives even more desperate. They hear conflicting stories from their corrupt union bosses [not to strike] and their own families [the need to strike] , who show that need, only too sadly in a world where the "haves" have so much. Looking at today's news of strikes in Wisconsin and Ohio only prove that "Lefty's" time has not passed into history but has never been more alive than right now. This play was produced in NY and LA last year...only 2 productions across the US. You can see the 3rd..and in Waterfront South. You can still go to www.southcamdentheatre.org and order tix for the final 3 shows starting tonight. Do not miss it.

3 More chances to "Wait For Lefty"

3 shows remain for SCTC's "Waiting For Lefty". Last Sun, we had to turn people away the audience was so large. Don't let that happen to you! Go to http://www.southcamdentheatre.org/ and reserve today. Tix have been selling briskly all week as the word is out about this play. This is a special production that ties Odets' 1935 play to NJ and the US of today. Don't have to say you missed it! See you at Waterfront South Theatre.

The passing of a great friend and fine actor

I am so sad to report the passing of a dear friend to me and SCTC, Gene Luyster, who died Thursday evening. Gene played "Felix" in my play "Indoor Picnic" as well as the elderly man in my one act "Waiting Tables" during "Youth In America". Running a theatre can be chaotic at times and, anytime I felt some heat, when Gene was in a show he would just smile, laugh, and say "isn't running a theatre beautiful?" Gene left a huge mark on this company professionally and, more important, personally on everyone's heart at SCTC. We all send our sincere condolences to his wife Jane and family and many, many, many, MANY friends who are sad today. Felix.... "We'll leave the porchlight on" for you.

Don't be "Lefty'd" out! Six Shows Remain

We are so grateful for the audience and critical response to "Waiting For Lefty". Tix have been selling briskly and I wanted to remind you to reserve your seats now for the last 6 shows. Some shows are tighter than others so pick your show, go to http://www.southcamdentheatre.org/ and reserve your seats. See how a 75 year old play is just as relevant today than the day it was written brought to you by an incredibly talented cast. See this forgotten "treasure" brought back to vibrant life. See your "upturned faces" at Waterfront South Theatre!

"Lefty" has arrived!!!

What an incredible opening night! Thank you to everyone who made last night's first performance of "Waiting For Lefty"so successful! A special thank you to the many people who shared their own personal stories after the play with regarding thier own unions, unemployment and living in NJ in 2011. Don't miss this chance to see how a play written in 1935 can be so relevant to all of us today. www.southcamdentheatre.org for tix.

The "Wait" is almost over

""Waiting For Lefty" opens this Friday night. Please join our incredible cast as we go back to the 1930's and see how far we, as a country, have NOT come. Join us as we bring this exciting and important play into present day New Jersey and see how prophetic Clifford Odets' work is. We had a powerful rehearsal last night and we have learned that we are all "stormbirds of the working class". The "Wait For Lefty" is finally almost over. Go to www.southcamdentheatre.org for tickets. Don't miss it.