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Tangent Theater Company comes to Moviehouse

Tangent Theater Company comes to Moviehouse
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Tivoli’s Tangent Theatre Company teams up with The Moviehouse in Millerton for a special year-end reading of Yasmina Reza’s Tony Award-winning play “God of Carnage.” This sharp, comedic satire, examining human behavior and parental conflicts, will be presented on Saturday, December 7 at 7 p.m. in Theater 3. Doors open at 6 p.m., with wine, beer, and snacks available in the theater’s upstairs lounge.

Featuring a cast of seasoned performers—Jeffrey Doornbos, Molly McClarnon, Audrey Rapoport, and Artistic Director Michael Rhodes—this reading promises a night of thought-provoking laughter. Directed by Tracy Carney and produced by Andrea Rhodes, the event continues Tangent’s tradition of intimate and impactful play readings.

Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online at www.themoviehouse.net

Don’t miss this unique collaboration bringing live theater to the heart of Millerton.

Natalia Zukerman
Arts, Lifestyle and Enagement Editor
Natalia Zukerman is arts, lifestyle and engagement editor for The Lakeville Journal and The Millerton News. She writes about the region's vibrant cultural life, produces the weekly What To Do newsletter and contributes a weekly cartoon to the newspapers. Beyond journalism, Natalia is an accomplished musician, painter, educator and cultural diplomat. Her boundless passion for the arts enriches communities worldwide. She lives in Millerton with her dog, Georgie.
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