On Stage: Theatre
The Shakespeare Theatre of NJ presents Tartuffe By Molière
(Translated by Richard Wilbur) until June 3rd. Tartuffe, the consum-
mate con man, hypocrite and womanizer, meets his match under
Molière’s deft pen. A masterpiece of biting social commentary bril-
liantly enclosed in a swirl of witty verse, outrageous characters, and
delightful machinations; you’ll laugh and wince simultaneously as
you hear how familiar this 17th century family sounds to our 21st
century ears! The production is directed by Bonnie J. Monte.
Cape May Stage presents Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End from May
23 - June 22. Written by Allison Engel and Margaret Engel, this is
a loving tribute and lampoon of life in the suburbs filled with light-
hearted humor and nuggets of wisdom that give insight into the
life and family of the beloved 1960s columnist. Kate McCauley Ha-
thaway stars as Erma Bombeck. The production is directed by Mar-
lena Lustik.
Paper Mill Playhouse presents Half Time from May 31 through
July 1st. An incredible true story of ten ordinary seniors with ex-
traordinary dreams who audition to dance at halftime for a major
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