Act II Playhouse Sets Fall Spotlight Series

Act II Playhouse in Ambler is proud to announce its fall lineup of Spotlight Shows, entertaining one-night-only events, which include two talk shows and two live music concerts.

On Sunday, September 20 at 6 p.m., Act II presents "Spotlight on Ambler's Local Legends."

Act II Artistic Director Tony Braithwaite will lead a fascinating interview with Frank Quattrone, author of the book "Legendary Locals of Ambler." The interview will be followed by a Q&A and a chance to appear onstage to take photos with Braithwaite and Quattrone. The $25 ticket price includes an autographed copy of the new book.

On Sunday, Oct. 4 at 7 p.m., Peggy King and The All-Star Jazz Trio take the stage.

Legendary songstress Peggy King is one of the few, certifiable stars of stage, screen, television, and nightclubs still performing today, and since teaming with the charismatically swinging All-Star Jazz Trio, has been delighting audiences of all ages all over the East Coast.

"Pretty, perky Peggy King" has worked in films and television with every star imaginable, from Frank Sinatra and Mel Torme' to Sammy Davis, Jr. and Andre Previn, and her dozens of recordings through the years show just why she remains a favorite of America's finest composers and lyricists. Indeed, one of the charming high points of the Emmy Award-winning HBO film, "Behind the Candelabra," was Peggy King's on-screen rendition of "When Liberace Winks at Me," which she sang on television circa 1956.The show is $20 with discounts available for subscribers, students and seniors.

On Saturday, Oct. 10 at 8 p.m., Act II presents "Phillip Silverstone's Wine-tertaining Life."

Silverstone will share amusing, irreverent stories and anecdotes from 25 years on TV, radio, and print in London and Philadelphia from his former life in the wine world. There will also be a video screening of Silverstone's interview with legendary chef Julia Child. The show will also spotlight Silverstone's current career as producer and host of "Time Out with Phillip Silverstone," an arts and entertainment radio show heard globally. The evening will feature a conversation with and performance by Rich Cole. After the show, there will be a meet-and-greet with drinks from the Wine Merchant. The show is $25 with discounts available for subscribers, students and seniors.

On Sunday, Nov. 8 at 7 p.m., Act II will present An Evening with Rich DeSimone as Frank Sinatra.

Sinatra put his stamp on dozens of tunes familiar to the music lover's ear, including the timeless theme of the Big Apple, "New York, New York," and classics like "Night and Day," "Witchcraft," "Love and Marriage," Strangers in the Night," "September of My Years," "The Lady Is a Tramp" and "My Way." DeSimone includes these favorites along with countless others in his program, maintaining the attitude and style so familiar to Sinatra fans. DeSimone follows Sinatra's passion for detail - like wearing his hat at an angle, imitating hand gestures and Sinatra attitude, and copying hairstyle and dress. The show is $20 with discounts available for subscribers, students and seniors.

Tickets for all spotlight shows are available by calling the Act II Box Office at (215) 654-0200, in person at 56 E. Butler Ave. in Ambler, or online atwww.act2.org. Box office hours are 2 to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

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