‘S Wonderful to Play Queens Theatre, 11/3-13

‘S Wonderful, the all singing, all dancing musical celebration of the genius of George and Ira Gershwin will be play a limited engagement at Queens Theatre in Flushing Meadow Corona Park November 3- 13.  Under the direction of Ray Roderick, musical direction of Richard Hip-Flores and choreography of Vince Pesce, the talented cast of five triple threat singer/dancer/actors bring the music of the Gershwin brothers to life.  Tickets are on sale now at the Queens Theatre Box Office (718-760-0064) and at queenstheatre.org.

Incorporating five mini-musicals inspired by the real events occurring in and around the lives of the Gershwin brothers, this new musical revue illustrates their impact on the world then and now. First it’s New York City in 1916 and Paris in the 1930s, followed by Hollywood in the 40s and New Orleans in the 50s. ’S Wonderful takes you on a ride to the different places, times and musical styles that made the Gershwin brothers the most successful songwriting team in the history of popular music. The Gershwin families have authorized the use of the Gershwin songbook, making ‘S Wonderful a brand new, all-inclusive Gershwin musical. 

Like a Technicolor® movie musical, ’S Wonderful paints a picture of nostalgia and entertainment while paying tribute to the incomparable songbook of George and Ira Gershwin. Featuring over 40 classic hits such as “Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off,” “Shall We Dance,” “Someone to Watch Over Me” and “Rhapsody in Blue.” 

Directed and choreographed by Vince Pesce, the cast includes Courtney Bassett, Trevor McQueen, Katie Mitchell, Kimberly Thomas and Sean Watkins.  Set design by Lewis Folden; lighting design by Russell A. Thompson; sound design by Scott Elmegreen and costume design by Barbara Anderson. 

Performances at Queens Theatre are Wednesday through Saturday at 8 pm with matinees on Wednesday and Saturday at 2 and Sunday at 3 pm.  Tickets are $39 for weekday performances and $44 for weekend performances, with discounts are available for seniors and groups of 10 or more.

Tickets are on sale now:
Online at www.queenstheatre.org.
By phone at 718-760-0064
In person at the Queens Theatre box office.
Phone & B.O. hours: Mon-Sat, 10am-6pm; Sun, 10am-3pm