Theatre--Performance

Following a successful showing last November, the Eunice Players' Theatre is poised to bring Providence to Cite’ Des Arts for a limited run. This two-act play written by local playwright, Cody Daigle, was produced off-off-Broadway a year ago and was deemed a critical success. Jody L. Powell and Deborah D. Ardoin, directors of the show, are proud to announce an outstanding cast.

The play involves Neil and Jo, a married couple undergoing stressful times, and Mark and Sara, two friends at a crossroads as one prepares to start a new phase of life at the other’s insistence. An unexpected life-changing event brings the two men together to form a new friendship based on shared emotions. The story is beautifully told through a blending of current events and personal flashbacks.

Playing the role of Neil is Andre Andrepont of Opelousas. Although Andre is most active at Opelousas Little Theatre, his most notable role having been Elwood P. Dowd in Harvey, he previously amused audiences on the EPT stage as Nick in Over the River and Through the Woods. Appearing as Jo, Angelle Bellard of Opelousas has recently been playing on various stages in Acadiana including Abbeville and Lafayette. She charmed Eunice audiences in the roles as Cherie in Bus Stop and Nicki in The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940.

Joining the cast as Mark is Gabe Ortego of Opelousas, was previously seen on the EPT stage as Joe in The Last Night of Ballyhoo and Motel in Fiddler on the Roof. Gabe has many credits from Opelousas Little Theatre, including director of Monky Business and The Last Five Years. Bonnie Pitre joins the cast as Sara, after having appeared in Woman and The Sound of Music at EPT.

The show will run January 29th, 30th and 31st at 7:30 pm. Reservations are available by calling 291-1122. Prices are $15 for adults; $10 for students and seniors. The theatre is located at 109 Vine St. in Lafayette.