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The Players Centre closes its 93rd mainstage season with Godspell Contact Name: Amanda Heisey Contact Email: amandah@theplayers.org Contact Phone Number: 9413652494 Sarasota, FL – Feb. 24, 2023 – The Players Centre closes its 93rd mainstage season this March with Stephen Schwartz’s popular rock musical Godspell at its theatre space in The Crossings at Siesta Key (3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34239). Running March 9 through 19, Godspell was the first major musical theatre offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz (Wicked, Pippin, Children of Eden), and it took the world by storm. Led by the international hit, "Day by Day," Godspell features a parade of beloved songs, including "Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord," "Learn Your Lessons Well," "All for the Best," "All Good Gifts," "Turn Back, O Man" and "By My Side." Synopsis: A small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a wide variety of games, storytelling techniques and hefty doses of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus' life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus' messages of kindness, tolerance and love come vibrantly to life. When: March 9-11 and 14-18 at 7:30pm March 12 and 18-19 at 2pm Where: 3501 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 200, Sarasota, FL 34239 – Please park and enter the mall by Connors Steak & Seafood Tickets: https://www.theplayers.org/events-calendar/godspell/ Photos: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/6aequrdw7z8psxcj6q3k0/h?dl=0&rlkey=0a128rp7elgdwu2s96w1u93k9 Production Team: Director – Scott Keys Music Director - Michelle Neal Choreographer/Co-Set Designer – Brian Finnerty Stage Manager – Jasmine Deal Co-Scenic Designer – Luke McFatrich Costume Designer – Georgina Willmott Lighting Designer – Ethan Vail Props Master – Matt Neier Cast: Jesus – Casey Kelley John the Baptist/ Judas – Heather Weiskerger Emily Eader Brian Finnerty Lauren Medred Debbi White Grace Wolfe Sarah Johnson Luke Manual Amanda Heisey Swing – Laura Grieme About The Players Centre for Performing Arts The Players Centre for Performing Arts is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to entertaining, educating and engaging the community through high-quality live theatre. Performances take place year-round and appeal to visitors and locals alike. The Players Studio, the education and outreach department for The Players Centre for Performing Arts, promotes inclusive learning and upholds the ideals of equality and diversity, while providing a safe environment for students of all ages and abilities.