Cygnet Theatre Extends COMPANY Through 8/25

Critics and audiences alike are cheering for Cygnet's latest production,Company. To meet the overwhelming positive demand for tickets, Cygnet Theatre has announced a 5 show extension of this musical comedy which has been virtually sold out since previews. Cygnet has decided to extend COMPANY run through Sunday, August 25 at 2pm.

Company is a musical comedy based on a book by George Furth with music and lyrics byStephen Sondheim. The original production premiered in 1970 and was nominated for a record-setting fourteen Tony Awards and won six. The show has enjoyed several revivals including a 2006 version that won the Tony for Best Revival of a Musical Company. The plot revolves around Bobby (a single man unable to commit fully to a steady relationship, let alone marriage), the five married couples who are his best friends, and his three girlfriends. Company is a concept musical composed of short vignettes, presented in no particular chronological order, linked by a celebration for Bobby's 35th birthday.

Directed by Sean Murray, Cygnet's Artistic Director with choreography by David Brannen,Company features an ensemble cast of fourteen actors and an additional 6 musicians. Musical direction is provided by Patrick Marion.

Tickets can be purchased by visiting Cygnet's website at www.cygnettheatre.com or by calling the box office at 619-337-1525. Tickets can also be purchased in person by visiting Cygnet's box office located at the Old Town Theatre, 4040 Twiggs St. in Old Town San Diego State Historic Park.

Photo by Manny Fernandes