THE 2008-2009 PLAYS
The Cocktail Hour
by A. R. Gurney
October 9-19, 2008
A playwright returns to his family to get their approval for the production of a play he has written about them. The confrontation takes place during their ritual cocktail hour. Disputes and disappointments are overcome with humor and warmth.
Cliffhanger
by James Yaffe
December 4-14, 2008
Mingling suspense and humor this comedy/thriller follows all the unexpected twists and turns which result when a seemingly mild mannered professor of philosophy is driven to apparent murder to protect his reputation.
The Affections of May
by Norm Foster
January 22 - February 8, 2009
After being deserted by her husband, a woman suddenly finds herself the center of attention in a small resort town.
Sylvia
by A. R. Gurney
March 19 - April 5, 2009
Greg’s career is winding down and his wife’s career is offering more opportunities. Greg brings home a dog he found in the park – “Sylvia”. To Kate, “Sylvia” becomes a rival for the affections of her husband. Kate and Greg learn to compromise and “Sylvia” becomes a valued part of their lives.
Alone Together Again
by Lawrence Roman
May 14-24, 2009
A middle-aged couple’s children have finally left the nest and they are finally alone – but not for long. All three sons return after some hard knocks in the real world. The parents have a hard but joyous time pushing them out again.
The Island Players, Inc.
is a non-profit community theatre housed in the historicOld Community House on Anna Maria Island
at the corner of Gulf Drive and Pine Avenue.
