Three Wise Guys: Balthazarina (Gail West), Gaspar (George Weinberg Harter) and Melchoir (Chris Fonseca), in Emilia's Sugarplum Nightmare. Photo: OP Hadlock
SAN DIEGO–What happens when science meets religion, when materialistic gift-giving meets the Gift of the Heart, when the Three Magi meet St. Nick – aka “Santa”? A hilarious romp through history and all the way to the North Pole, dragging poor 15-year-old Emilia along for the ride.
Vaudeville flavored comedy and moments of touching poignancy make this a not-to-be-missed play great fun for the whole family. In his review, Rob Hopper (National Arts Digest) says “Emilia turns out to be a very cute and imaginative addition to Christmas lore. …”
Talent to aMuse Theatre Company’s Emilia’s Sugarplum Nightmare” is a show written for adults that children will also enjoy.
An original musical comedy written by local playwrights George Weinberg-Harter and Gail West, it was performed in venues around San Diego county from 1999 – 2001 and has been re-tooled and updated.
Both irreverent and fun, it also touches on issues such as gift-giving materialism, science vs. religion, gender inequality and Christmas.
The performance dates and times: December 10, 14, 15, 17, 21, 22 at 8 p.m., December 11 at 7:30 p.m. with two matinee performances on December 21 and 22 at 4 p.m.
Ticket prices are $18 for general admission and $15 for seniors/students/military.
To purchase tickets or for more information call (619) 233-9407, or email: info@talenttoamuse.com.
Performances will be held at Liberty Hall Theatre, 2700 E. 4th Street, National City.
Liberty Hall Theater is a new 212 seat theater with state of the art lighting/sound system. The theater is located on the 2nd floor and has an elevator for easy access. There is wheelchair seating availability as well.
