Santa, accompanied by Mrs. Claus, came to Novi, MI, on December 11 to consider retirement at Fox Run. They were part of “Santa’s Dilemma,” a five-scene comedy play performed by Fox Run residents and staff that opened to rave reviews and a standing ovation by more than 300 people in the audience.
Residents Geri Angel and Helen Weingarden produced, directed and wrote the play and chose other residents and staff to do the acting. Each actor took on their role with gusto and added something uniquely special to the character he or she portrayed. A total of 15 Fox Run departments was represented by staff actors.
Santa and Mrs. Claus toured Fox Run before eventually deciding they are not yet ready to retire. “Christmas will go on as usual -- for this year anyway,” said Angel.
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”I can’t remember the last time I laughed so hard,” said Executive Director Michael McCormick in his post-production remarks. “The lines performed were brilliant with many overt and subtle jokes to enjoy.”
“These type of events underscore the magic of Fox Run with residents and staff partnering together to do extraordinary things for the community,” he said.
Pictured are Santa (Fred Moschetta) and Mrs. Claus (Marilyn Schunemann) surrounded by Christmas elves played by (L-R) June Lark Owen, Lorraine Blaty, Eddie Rayborn, Beth Conway, Megan Smith, and Cindy Candela.
