Direct from New York, Tony N' Tina's Wedding, the longest running Off-Broadway comedy in history, comes to Columbus. As Tony and Tina exchange vows, the audience plays the part of family and friends joining them for the reception feast and the hilarious family drama which ensues. Theatre goers will enjoy an array of embarrassing, bumbling, and colorful wedding guests as they witness the union of these distinct and forever funny families. This all-inclusive, interactive matrimonial experience includes the ceremony, reception, a sit-down, Italian baked ziti dinner, champagne toast, wedding cake, music, dancing, and much more.
Directed by Tony Lauria, the production is staffed with four actors from New York-
Anthony Augello (Tony Nunzio), Concetta Rella (Tina Vitale), Lee Buckman (Caterer Vinny Black), and Danny Prata (Wedding Singer). The remaining 19 roles will be played by local actors. Columbus area actors to perform in the production include Maryjo Apisa, Leslie Bowman, Brian Cheslik, Daniel Cipparrone,
Larry Cole, Christina Duryea, Matthew Hancock,
Allison Leonard, Elissa Marcus, Abbey Monnin, Richard Napoli,
Carl Novak, Lorinda Ostapuck, Scott Risner, Amy Talbott, Ch
Arlene Taylor,
Drew Thompson, David Tull, and Rochelle Young.
CAPA presents Tony n' Tina's Wedding at the Cardinal Health Ballroom at the Lincoln Theatre (769 E. Long St.) January 20-30. Show times are Thursday and Friday, January 20 and 21, at 7:30pm daily; Saturday, January 22, at 2 & 7:30pm; Sunday, January 23, at 2pm; Thursday and Friday, January 27 and 28, at 7:30pm daily; Saturday, January 29, at 2pm & 7:30pm; and Sunday, January 30, at 2pm. Tickets are $65 and $75 at the Ohio Theatre Ticket Office (39 E. State St.), all Ticketmaster outlets, and www.ticketmaster.com. To purchase tickets by phone, please call (614) 469-0939 or (800) 745-3000.
Since opening February 14th, 1988 in New York City, this unique theatrical experience has won over the hearts of thousands of people, in over 100 cities worldwide, including Japan, Australia, and many European cities.
In this hilarious interactive comedy, the audience is part of the show. As "invited guests," the audience begins with a ceremony followed by a rousing reception. There's dancing, champagne toasts, a full pasta dinner, and a slice of wedding cake-all provided by the Nunzio and Vitale "families."
The tour production of Tony n' Tina's Wedding features original cast members from the New York production. In addition, several local actors will play supporting roles.
www.tonylovestina.com
CALENDAR LISTING
CAPA presents TONY N' TINA'S WEDDING
Thursday, January 20, 7:30pm
Friday, January 21, 7:30pm
Saturday, January 22, 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, January 23, 2pm
Thursday, January 27, 7:30pm
Friday, January 28, 7:30pm
Saturday, January 29, 2pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, January 30, 2pm
Cardinal Health Ballroom at the Lincoln Theatre (769 E. Long St.)
Direct from New York, Tony N' Tina's Wedding, the longest running Off-Broadway comedy in history, comes to Columbus. As Tony and Tina exchange vows, the audience plays the part of family and friends joining them for the reception feast and the hilarious family drama which ensues. This all-inclusive, interactive matrimonial experience includes the ceremony, reception, a sit-down, Italian baked ziti dinner, champagne toast, wedding cake, music, dancing, and much more. Tickets are $65 and $75 at the Ohio Theatre Ticket Office (39 E. State St.), all Ticketmaster outlets, and www.ticketmaster.com. To purchase tickets by phone, please call (614) 469-0939 or (800) 745-3000. www.capa.com
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