Fort Lee Public Library’s adult fall program series kicks off with Rita Parisi in Waterfall Production’s play I, Zelda. This one-woman play sheds light on the mythical life of Zelda Sayre Fitzgerald, often known as the muse and infamous flapper wife of F. Scott Fitzgerald, author of The Great Gatsby. The play takes place in 1940 and covers Zelda’s childhood years until the death of her husband.
Rita Parisi has been entertaining audiences for over 17 years in the New England area. In 2002, she founded Waterfall Productions to create shows that highlight her passion for theatre, history, literature and costuming; these shows have been performed all over New England. Rita is also actively involved in the independent film scene and her films have been debuted at the Boston International Film Festival and Cannes film Festival. She is a proud member of the Screen Actors Guild and American Federations of Television and Radio Artists. In addition to her solo work, she has performed in musical, dramatic, improvisational and interactive theatre. Some of her theatrical credits include: Mother Superior in Nunsense, and Mary Warren in The Crucible.
Admission is free, seating is limited, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
