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“I am looking forward to a Music and Movie Night in of Flushing, Queens Tony-O said. for breaking news visit www.timesnewsweekly.com AUGUST 13, 2015 • times 33 ‘Seussical the Musical’ is magical, fantastical! ‘Seussical the Musical’ is magical, fantastical! Seneca Chapels • Pre-Planning • Serving the Financial Burden of all Families in their Time of Need • A One Level Concept of a Modern Funeral Home • Large Chapels • Newly Renovated • Large Parking Facility on Premises Seneca Chapels, Ltd. 494 SENECA AVE. • RIDGEWOOD, NY 11385 718.366.1900 • www.senecachapels.com PROTECT YOUR HOME & ASSETS FROM NURSING HOME BILLS Giovanni P. Silvagni, Esq Ida Como, Esq Elder Law Estate Planning Asset Protection Living Trusts & Wills Medicaid Home Care and Nursing Home Applications Estate and Probate Matters Real Estate FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION CALL 718-928-3355 Out of office visits available Email: Info@silvagniandcomolaw.com Queens 66-31 Fresh Pond Road, Ridgewood Brooklyn 172 Gravesend Neck Road www.silvagniandcomolaw.com Village Chapels, Inc. 67-67 Eliot Avenue Middle Village, NY 11379 718-458-3000 Funeral Directors John DiMario, George H. Luhrin “I meant what I said and I said what I meant,” say the lyrics from “Horton Hears a Who.” “An elephant’s faithful one hundred per cent!” Beloved writer/storyteller, Dr. Seuss, weaves his magical message, thanks to the JC Players in Middle Village. They celebrate their 20th anniversary this month as they present “Seussical.” It’s an affectionate, entertaining presentation for every wide eyed 5-year-old and grateful grown up. At Sunday afternoon’s performance, Director Barbara Auriemma and husband Frank Auriemma transfer their infectious energy and quick humor to Seuss’ most popular characters. Yes, there’s a storyline but it’s just as easy to sit back and enjoy your family’s favorites. The Cat in the Hat is our narrator and host for the afternoon. Alicia Brosky, with that unmistakable striped hat, offers treats for the kids as she moves through the audience, brushing her whiskers. Costumes are bright, colorful and clever. The stage is entirely black with only one painted “flat” downstage right. The Whoville-ians sit on bleachers directly in front of it. Our star, wonderfully loyal and vulnerable Horton the Elephant (Alan Perkins) dons a simple pair of pants, shirt and tie instead of a trunk and floppy ears. Of course, Dr. Seuss’ life lessons appear throughout the musical. Some are subtle, some more obvious. Talented local favorite Annice Auriemma, as Sour Kangaroo, sings her powerful opinion. Young JoJo (Julia Rachel Marshall) is courageous and determined. Bashful Gertrude McFuzz (Jessica Helton) learns a lesson in overindulgence. Unfortunately, Mayzie LaBird (Christine Pavlatos) is much too selfish as she callously leaves Horton holding a hatchable egg…! More residents of Seuss’ fantastical world keep us smiling and reassured. Whoville’s Mrs. Mayor (Melanie Pozarycki), Mr. Mayor (Mark York), General Schmitz (Anthony Faubion), Uncle Who (Scott I. Marshall), Grandpa Who (Richard Miller) and Yertle the Turtle (Charles Hinz) are sometimes serious. Well, never too serious. After all, it’s Dr. Seuss! A dozen supporting players including bird girls, Wickersham cousins, cadets, the Grinch and Vlad are bursting with energy and enthusiasm. Their first-rate choreographer (Christine Hinz), stage manager (Alison Goldman), lighting experts (Christopher Brosky, Robert Pozarycki) and backstage support (Emily DiSanti) insure a high-quality, seamless production. The JC Players are performing at 75-27 Metropolitan Ave. (Community United Methodist Church) in Middle Village. For more information on this and future projects, call 718-894-8654 or surf to www. jcplayers.com. As always, save me a seat on the aisle. “I meant what I said and I said what I meant,” say the lyrics from “Horton Hears a Who.” “An elephant’s faithful one hundred per cent!” Beloved writer/storyteller, Dr. Seuss, weaves his magical message, thanks to the JC Players in Middle Village. They celebrate their 20th anniversary this month as they present “Seussical.” It’s an affectionate, entertaining presentation for every wide eyed 5-year-old and grateful grown up. At Sunday afternoon’s performance, Director Barbara Auriemma and husband Frank Auriemma transfer their infectious energy and quick humor to Seuss’ most popular characters. Yes, there’s a storyline but it’s just as easy to sit back and enjoy your family’s favorites. The Cat in the Hat is our narrator and host for the afternoon. Alicia Brosky, with that unmistakable striped hat, offers treats for the kids as she moves through the audience, brushing her whiskers. Costumes are bright, colorful and clever. The stage is entirely black with only one painted “flat” downstage right. The Whoville-ians sit on bleachers directly in front of it. Our star, wonderfully loyal and vulnerable Horton the Elephant (Alan Perkins) dons a simple pair of pants, shirt and tie instead of a trunk and floppy ears. Of course, Dr. Seuss’ life lessons appear throughout the musical. Some are subtle, some more obvious. Talented local favorite Annice Auriemma, as Sour Kangaroo, sings her powerful opinion. Young JoJo (Julia Rachel Marshall) is courageous and determined. Bashful Gertrude McFuzz (Jessica Helton) learns a lesson in overindulgence. Unfortunately, Mayzie LaBird (Christine Pavlatos) is much too selfish as she callously leaves Horton holding a hatchable egg…! More residents of Seuss’ fantastical world keep us smiling and reassured. Whoville’s Mrs. Mayor (Melanie Pozarycki), Mr. Mayor (Mark York), General Schmitz (Anthony Faubion), Uncle Who (Scott I. Marshall), Grandpa Who (Richard Miller) and Yertle the Turtle (Charles Hinz) are sometimes serious. Well, never too serious. After all, it’s Dr. Seuss! A dozen supporting players including bird girls, Wickersham cousins, cadets, the Grinch and Vlad are bursting with energy and enthusiasm. Their first-rate choreographer (Christine Hinz), stage manager (Alison Goldman), lighting experts (Christopher Brosky, Robert Pozarycki) and backstage support (Emily DiSanti) insure a high-quality, seamless production. The JC Players are performing at 75-27 Metropolitan Ave. (Community United Methodist Church) in Middle Village. For more information on this and future projects, call 718-894-8654 or surf to www.jcplayers.com. As always, save me a seat on the aisle. a view froM THE CLIFF BY CLIFF KasDEN


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