Zien & Larsen Set for Free Reading of New Musical, 12/18

Chip Zien, Liz Larsen and more will star in a free reading of By the Numbers: A Musical Comedy in 3 Generations on December 18th at 8 PM at the Players Theatre.

Presented by Stephanie Riso and Jo Ann Cunningham as part of the TRU (Theatre Resources Unlimited)'s 7th Annual New Voices Musical Series, the reading will feature Zien (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Into the Woods, Falsettos), Larsen (Hairspray, Damn Yankees),  Sara Delaney, John Henry Cox and Bridget Clark.

By the Numbers features music by Brian Feinsten and a book and lyrics by Amanda Yesnowitz.  The show is a "coming-of-age story about shattered expectations, suburban family dynamics, and a train to Massachusetts...What happens when a girl tries to live her life according to a mathematical formula?," state press materials.

There will be a reception and optional "Dollars and Sense" panel after the free performance.   For reservations, call (212) 714-7628.  Visit www.truonline.org for more information.