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Drama NEWS |
Date: November 24, 2003
CrossWise Drama Explores a World Without Christmas
A drama entitled Christmas Break by local playwrights, Alan Elliott and Leon McWhorter, will be presented at the DeSoto Corner Theater on December 12, 14, 19, 20 and 21 by the CrossWise Players drama troupe.
Christmas Break is a play about Martha and Warren Cotton’s son, Billy, who comes home from college claiming that the world would be better off without Christmas. Billy is supported in this disquieting contention by his girlfriend and fellow college-student, Brianna. During the process of the drama, the CrossWise Players create a startling change of mood on stage as the happy Cotton family enters into a colorless world where there is no Christmas.
Author and director Leon McWhorter says, “Christmas Break is a blend of comedy and drama that takes the audience on a rollercoaster experience in search of the true meaning of Christmas.” Coauthor Alan Elliott adds, “In this play, the CrossWise Players bring to life some characters that you will love, some that you will hate, and some that you will recognize from your own holiday family gatherings. We encourage everyone to come and bring a friend.”
Performances are Friday December 12 (7:30 pm), Sunday December 14 (2:30 pm), Friday December 19 (7:30 pm), Saturday December 20 (7:30 pm) and Sunday December 21 (2:30 pm). General admission is $8 or $5 for seniors 65+ and students. Children under 7 are free. Household maximum is $25. Groups of 10 or more are $5 each.
The Corner Theater is located at the corner of Hampton Road and Pleasant Run in DeSoto, behind the new Starbucks. Tickets may be purchased at the door or from CrossWise cast members.
The CrossWise Players community drama troupe has presented family and inspirational productions in the Metroplex since 1992. Their web site is www.crosswiseplayers.com.
For more information on tickets or location, please call 972-467-6897 or 214-337-2673.
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