Pantochino Debuts New Halloween Musical "How To Be A Good Witch" in Downtown Milford

Award-winning Pantochino Productions Inc., a not-for-profit, professional theatre company for family audiences, will launch it’s 2017/18 season with the new musical, “How To Be A Good Witch!” on Friday, October 20, 7:30pm, at the Center for the Arts in Downtown Milford.

“How To Be A Good Witch!” follows Rae, the youngest member of a family of witches, ready to cast a spell of goodness on all things Halloween. When she discovers and opens a magical book, all kinds of wonderful wizardry and witchcraft unfolds including a pair of mis-matched witches anxious to guide the young girl on her journey.

Pantochino’s Bert Bernardi has written the story with Justin Rugg composing the show’s original score. “This just may be the happiest Halloween show we’ve ever presented,” said Bernardi. “It fast, funny and has a positive message,” he added. Co-producer and costume designer Jimmy Johansmeyer continued,  “It’s a sweet little show, certain to get the entire family in the spirit of Halloween.”

Johansmeyer will also appear onstage with Pantochino company members, Mary Mannix, Shelley Marsh Poggio, Maria Berte, Justin Rugg, and Hannah Duffy. Joining them are Sydney Maher of Milford and Kristina Rizzardi of Shelton  The new musical features sets by Von Del Mar, lighting by David Sexton, sound by Sara Brown and costumes by Johansmeyer. Amy Craw is the production stage manager.

Pantochino Productions Inc. celebrates it’s seventh season of its ‘ridiculously entertaining’ 100% original musical theatre for family audiences in the greater New Haven area. The company has been awarded for its artistic achievements and recognized for its contributions to the community.

New this season, all Friday and Saturday performances will feature cafe seating at tables and chairs. Patrons are invited to bring their own food and drink during the show. Sunday performances will be sat in traditional row seating.

“How To Be A Good Witch!” will be performed October 20 through  29 with shows Fridays at 7:30pm, Saturdays at 2 & 5:30pm and Sundays at 2pm. Tickets are $20. online, or $22. at the door. Advance tickets are strongly suggested. The intimate Milford Center for the Arts is located at 40 Railroad Avenue South on the east bound side of the Metro-North tracks. Free parking is available in the train station lots. Further details are available at pantochino.com.

 

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Submitted by Milford, CT

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