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'The Addams Family' Thrills Sold-Out Audiences
Directed by Martin Marchitto, this all-abilities production fostered acceptance and unity among individuals with and without disabilities
Between catchy dance routines and hilarious one-liners, A Shared Stage Productions performance of “The Addams Family” at The Kate in Old Saybrook entertained three sold-out crowds May 18, 19 and 20.
Starring a unified cast of performers from the shoreline theater community and Vista Life Innovations, a post-secondary program supporting the personal success of individuals with disabilities, this delightfully kooky production directed by Martin Marchitto had audiences laughing in their seats.
But more than just a musical, “The Addams Family” fostered acceptance and unity among the greater shoreline and Vista communities. This production brought together at least 45 Vista students and members and 26 community members—including the cast, crew, production team, and volunteers—providing a powerful shared experience for all involved.
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“The Addams Family” marked Vista’s fifth all-abilities musical production and the first to debut under Vista’s recently established performing arts program, A Shared Stage Productions.
The production was generously sponsored by Peach Pit Foundation, The Madison Foundation, Cornerstone Construction Services, Community Foundation of Middlesex County, Guilford Foundation, Guilford Savings Bank, Swan Funeral Home, Farmers Insurance, the Lee Family, the Wrotnowski Family, Bruce Baber, and Laurie Pilcher.
