LCT Presents On Golden Pond

(Advance Release, March 2007)

Lawrence Community Theatre presents one of the most beloved American plays of the last century, On Golden Pond. Norman and Ethel Thayer are spending their 44 th consecutive summer on Golden Pond in Maine. With his 80th birthday approaching, Norman is more irascible than ever, convinced his body and his mind are in a race to see which can poop out first. But just when it appears Norman cannot be dissuaded from his obsession with death, estranged daughter Chelsea returns with a surprise. She and her new boyfriend Bill are going to Europe, and they want to leave Bill’s son with Norman and Ethel for a month. With a 13-ear-old boy to keep him on his toes, Norman rediscovers his joy for life.

On Golden Pond is a touching and warmly perceptive story with an appreciation for the richness of life. The cast features Dean Bevan as Norman, Betty Laird as Ethel, Peg Sampson as Chelsea, Jeff Blair as Charlie, Zach Silvers as Billy, and Chris Price as Bill. The show is under the direction of Jack Wright with assistance from Mary Ann Saunders. Set design is by Jack Riegle and Ron Chinn, with costume design by Jane Pennington.

On Golden Pond runs April 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 28, and 29. Tickets go on sale to season-ticket holders Monday, March 26 and to the general public Monday, April 2. For reservations call 785-843-7469 or visit www.theatrelawrence.com.