Uggams Stars in Revised Kander-McNally 'The Rink' at Cape

From one of Broadway's most celebrated musical teams -John Kander and Fred Ebb, "The Rink" with a book by Terrance McNally, follows up on July 3rd filled with show stopping songs like "Colored Lights" and "We Can Make It." This newly revised version about a mother who is reunited with her grown-up daughter will star the incomparable Leslie Uggams in her Cape Playhouse debut. "The Rink" will be directed by Michael Unger, choreographed by Jennifer Lee and Andrew Gerle will serve as musical director. (July 3rd through 15th)

America's longest running professional summer theatre, The Cape Playhouse will celebrate its 80th Anniversary Season starting June 19th and will feature six main-stage productions with performances slated through September 9th. Under the artistic direction of Evans Haile, the summer season will celebrate theatre---"from backstage to center stage!"

For eighty years, the legendary Cape Playhouse has been bringing Broadway actors and creative talent to Cape Cod. Often referred to as the "Birthplace of the Stars", the Cape Playhouse has attracted a long litany of famous actors since its inception in 1927. The list reads like a veritable 'who's who' of stage and screen. Over the years, the Cape Playhouse has gained a reputation for producing quality, professional entertainment and each year thousands continue to enjoy superb shows at "America's Oldest Professional Summer Theatre." For more information and box office phone toll free-877 385-3911; locally 508-385-3911 or visit the theatre's website at www.capeplayhouse.com. The Cape Playhouse 820 Main Street, Route 6A, Dennis, Massachusetts.