”The Matchmaker” Closes This Weekend at GreenMan Theatre
Elmhurst, IL — GreenMan Theatre’s production of Thornton Wilder’s classic comedy “The Matchmaker” is entering its final weekend. The final performances are Friday May 4 at 7:30 PM, Saturday May 5 at 7:30 PM, and Sunday May 6 at 2 PM. Wilder’s play served as the basis for the famous musical “Hello, Dolly!” His thoughtful farcical elements fly as wealthy shopowner and widower Horace Vandergelder hires Matchmaker Dolly Levi to find him a suitable bride in early 20th century Yonkers, New York. His plans go awry when Dolly decides that she herself would be the perfect match for Horace. Horace has already rejected the suitor for his niece as he and Dolly leave for New York City to call on prospective match Irene Molloy. Horace entrusts his the care of his store to his clerks Cornelius and Barnaby, who decide to seek adventure in New York City rather than mind the shop. They happen upon the hat store run by Irene and have to hide inside as they spot Horace nearby. The humor picks up even more when Horace and Dolly end up in the same restaurant as Cornelius, Barnaby, Irene, and her young assistant, Minnie. Add the appearance of Horace’s niece and the man who hopes to marry her against Horace’s wishes, and you have the makings for plenty of hilarity. When all the laughs settle, find out if Dolly will be able to make any matches whatsoever.
“The Matchmaker” is directed by GreenMan Theatre’s Artistic Director David Soria and features Jim Bruner, Christopher Cavanaugh, Dana Clouser, Rance Clouser, Vicky Giannini, Lynn Homeier, Tammy Job, Stan Kosek, Harold LeBoyer, Nancy Mesenbrink, Elizabeth Owsley, Mary Pavia, Mary-Carol Riehs, Erick Sosa, and Carl Zeitler. All performances of “The Matchmaker” take place in Asbury Hall at First United Methodist Church at 232 S. York in Elmhurst. Tickets are $17 for adults and $15 for seniors/students. For reservations or more information, go to www.greenmantheatre.com or call 630-464-2646. Free parking is available.
GreenMan Theatre Troupe is a non-profit 501[c]3 organization whose mission is to provide a source of cultural enrichment and pride for the community by presenting diverse, quality productions and providing opportunities for personal growth in the theatrical arts. GreenMan has been presenting plays in Elmhurst since being founded in 2003 by Jill Perez, David Soria, and Carole Thorpe. Past productions include “Don’t Drink the Water,” “The Underpants,” and “Pride and Prejudice.” GreenMan also offers classes and workshops for members and the community and welcomes new members and participants in all aspects of theatre production. GreenMan programs are partially supported by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency.
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