Lynn University Announces 2019–20 Season Of Jan McArt's New Play Readings

Lynn University and Jan McArt, producer and director of theatre arts program development, today announced the upcoming series of Jan McArt's New Play Readings. Under the leadership and guidance of McArt, this program develops new plays by highly acclaimed playwrights through staged readings. The series is presented in memory of beloved associate producer, Tony Finstrom.

This year, Lynn celebrates the 10-year anniversary of the beautiful Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center, where all readings will take place. Wayne Rudisill is resident director of the four-part series. Series subscriptions are $36 and individual shows are $10. Tickets can be purchased by phone at +1 561-237-9000, online at lynn.edu/events or at the box office.

Palazzo

Oct. 21

Written by Michael McKeever

Directed by Stuart Meltzer

Monday: 7:30 p.m.

Over the course of the twentieth century, the Palazzo Venier dei Leoni became home to three intriguing women who used this illustrious locale to reinvent themselves and influence the times in which they lived. Luisa Casati, Doris Castlerosse and Peggy Guggenheim: Three fascinating women, one magical palace in Venice, a menagerie of extravagant stories.

Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center

Tickets: $10

With Eyes Closed

Jan. 13

Written by Martha Patterson

Directed by Margaret Ledford

Monday: 7:30 p.m.

When 20-something political crank Jane meets a math-loving cab driver, Rich, sparks fly. Once married, will she be able to retain her love for the man who thinks she's too left-wing, or will her politics send Rich off the deep end?

Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center

Tickets: $10

The Night Before

Feb. 10

Written by Dan Clancy

Directed by Wayne Rudisill

Monday: 7:30 p.m.

It is only natural to wonder, "What happened in the home of a young man the night before he became a school shooter?" This work seeks to determine where the fault lies in a horrific act of terror, hoping to find sense in the senseless.

Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center

Tickets: $10

His Heroine

March 2

Written by Michael Aman

Directed by Peter Pileski

Monday: 7:30 p.m.

Facing a parent's worst nightmare, Glen still struggles to accept his missing daughter's life choices while at the same time imagining a joyful reunion made possible only by his fictional rewrite of her entire life to erase the painful reality of her heroin addiction.

Location: Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center

Tickets: $10

How to purchase tickets:

Series subscriptions and individual tickets may be purchased in person at the Lynn box office, located in the Wold at 3601 N. Military Trail, online at lynn.edu/events or by phone at +1 561-237-9000.

About Lynn University

Lynn University is an independent college based in Boca Raton, Florida, with approximately 3,000 students from nearly 100 countries. U.S. News & World Report has named it among the most innovative and international universities. Lynn's NCAA Division II Fighting Knights have won 25 national titles, its Conservatory of Music features a world-renowned faculty of performers and its nationally recognized Institute for Achievement and Learning empowers students with learning differences. The school's Dialogues curriculum and award-winning iPad program help Lynn graduates gain the intellectual flexibility and global experience to fulfill their potential in an ever-changing world. For more information, visit lynn.edu.

About the Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center at Lynn University

The 750-seat Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center at Lynn University is recognized by College Degree Search as one of the "25 Most Amazing Campus Arts Centers." It features superb acoustics, a modern lighting system and flexible spaces. The Wold hosts events, theater productions and concerts year-round and is home to the Lynn Conservatory of Music and professional Live at Lynn series. Learn more about Lynn events at lynn.edu/events.

Attached Jpegs:

1. Palazzo by Michael McKeever

2. With Eyes Closed by Martha Patterson

3. The Night Before by Dan Clancy

4. His Heroine by Michael Aman

Live at Lynn contact:

Gary Schweikhart, PR-BS, Inc. +1 561-756-4298 gary@pr-bs.net

Lynn University contact:

Alyssa Valleau, Lynn University +1 561-237-7125 avalleau@lynn.edu

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