Playhouse Presents The Producers

If the names Zero Mostel, Gene Wilder, Matthew Broderick or Nathan Lane ring a bell, it's likely you know about The Producers. The Pinole Community Players are bringing the Broadway and Hollywood hit to the local stage.

The play, about con artists trying to cheat investors out of money by producing a reviled play that glorifies Hitler and finds unexpected success, is a favorite for its irreverence, cynical characters and ridiculous premise. The original Mel Brooks musical comedy is shocking and amusing a third generation of audiences.

The local performances are 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays from June 17 to July 16. Matinees are 2 p.m. Sundays, July 3 and 10.

 Tickets are $20 for general admission, $17 for seniors 62 and over and students. For tickets call 724-9844 or visit www.pinoleplayers.org. All performances are at the Pinole Community Playhouse, 601 Tennent Ave.