Welcome to Cape May's Home of
American Stage Classics
The East Lynne Theater Company was founded in 1980 to produce
provocative classics and history-based contemporary entertainment that deal with
the uniquely American experience. The Equity professional actors, directors,
musicians, and designers work together throughout the year to create quality
productions not seen anywhere else. When patrons experience ELTC’s
productions, they witness the company’s engaging perspective on American
theater and its unique contribution to the world of theater. In 1996, Ohio State
University honored ELTC by asking to house the company’s archives at its
“Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee Theatre Research Institute.”
FYI: The title “East Lynne” is derived from a famous American play that was seen
throughout the country during the 1800s. There is a town named East Lynne in
Missouri. It's named after the play, too!
CAPE MAY SEASON 2008 from August through December
(For information on shows from June-July 2008: YOU AND I, ALL THE THINGS YOU
ARE: The Music of Jerome Kern, and MAGIC BY ROBERT ABERDEEN, please go to
"Seasons Past" Page.)
Aug. 6-30 at 8:30: THE GUARDSMAN, by Franz Molnar,
this 1924 comedy, originally titled Playing with Fire, established
Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne as Broadway stars. The location
is Vienna, during the Belle Époque, the “beautiful years” before
World War I, when love, not war, was in the air. Two actors
have been married for six months, and everyone knows that the
actress habitually changes men every twenty-six weeks. Thus,
the actor is nervous, and goes to great lengths to discover
whether or not she is faithful. This well-beloved tale was the basis for the 1940 Louis B. Mayer
film, The Chocolate Soldier. With Mark Edward Lang, Alison J. Murphy, Edward Furs,
Thomas Raniszewski, and Gayle Stahlhuth. Directed by Karen Case Cook.
"A pleasant souffle of an evening in the theater!" - Cape May Gazette
Aug. 20-31 (Wed.-Sun.) at 8:30: HELPFUL HINTS
(World Premiere) written and performed by Susan Tischler, based on
Mae Savell Croy's Putnam's Household Handbook published in 1916.
Join Mrs. Croy as she explains everything from cleaning the stove and your
clothes with kerosene, to leaving babies outside when they cry because
children should not be spoiled and screaming (outside) is good for the lungs.
She also discusses the sick room, architecture, invitations, and the comfort
of the gymnasium suit! It's an evening that is both witty and wise. Robert
LeMaire is also in the cast, under the direction of Karen Case Cook.
Sept. 17-Oct. 18 at 8:00: TO THE LADIES!,
written by Pulitzer Prize winners George S.
Kaufman and Marc Connelly, was the second of
eight plays on which they collaborated. This
charming comedy is about Leonard Beebe of Nutley,
NJ, who wants to get ahead in the world. With the
help of his young bride, Elsie, he might just do it. In
1922, To the Ladies! was on Broadway starring
Helen Hayes, but after 1926, no other productions
can be found. The cast of eight includes Suzanne
Dawson, Ken Glickfeld, Terry Harris, Rob LeMaire,
Tiffany-Leigh Moskow, John Morton, and Morgan
Nichols, under the direction of Gayle Stahlhuth.
This event was selected by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts as
part of the American Masterpieces Series in NJ. American Masterpieces
is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts.
Sept. 26: George S. Kaufman's daughter, Anne, will talk about her father
and answer questions after the show AND 1/2 of the box office proceeds
will go to The Donald L. Perry Foundation for Cancer Research
Oct. 10: American Sign Language Performance
REVIEW IN THE WALL STREET JOURNAL FROM TERRY TEACHOUT 9/19/08
Unlike the usual summer-theater mix of straight plays and small-scale musicals, the
East Lynne Theater Company specializes in shows that "deal with the uniquely American
experience," including revivals of forgotten American plays from the first half of the
20th century. This year, the company has exhumed "To the Ladies!," a 1922 comedy by
George S. Kaufman and Marc Connelly. All Kaufman-Connelly revivals are rare -
Kaufman is best remembered for his later collaborations with Moss Hart - but "To the
Ladies" hasn't been staged anywhere since 1926, which makes this production significant
by definition.
To be sure, I expected that "To the Ladies!" would be a historical curiosity, but it turns
out to be a thoroughly likable piece of proto-feminist fluff about a pair of bumbling
businessmen (John Morton and Ken Glickfeld) and the brainy wives (Tiffany-Leigh
Moskow and Suzanne Dawson) who repeatedly pull them out of the holes they dig for
themselves. It plays very much like a sitcom - partly because Gayle Stahlhuth has
staged it so well, but mainly because the unsung radio writers who invented the form in
the '30s cut their teeth on George S. Kaufman's shows. Everyone in the cast is
excellent, particularly Ms. Moskow, a spunky, energetic ingenue with charm to burn.
Complete review: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB122177899717354443.html
Nov. 7 & 8 at 8:00: SHERLOCK HOLMES' ADVENTURE OF THE SPECKLED
BAND, based on one of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's favorite stories, and
his rarely produced play The Stonor Case, adapted by Craig Wichman, the
Founder and Producer of the nationally acclaimed Quicksilver Radio Theater,
by permission of Dame Jean Conan Doyle. Step back in time, as East Lynne
presents this tale in the style of a vintage radio broadcast, complete with live
sound effects and commercials, just like Sherlock Holmes’s radio series on
NBC that premiered on Oct. 20, 1930. The Great Detective and The Good
Doctor are pitted against a psychotic villain in a race against time to stop the
bizarre murders in an eerie country manor. Another "Sherlock Holmes'
Weekend" in Cape May! Pictured is Phil Pizzi operating the Sound Effects.
Winner: National Federation of Community Broadcasters’ “Gold Reel” for Radio Drama
Nov. 28, 29, Dec. 7, 12, and 13 at 8:30: O. HENRY'S
CHRISTMAS STORIES. (World Premiere) ELTC’s Artistic Director
Gayle Stahlhuth, portrays twenty-plus roles as she spins O. Henry's tales.
"Stahlhuth is an absolute delight, bringing Christmas cheer to the
audience as she switches from one characterization to the other."
-Cape May Gazette
B&B and an ELTC SHOW COMBO!
Stay at The Henry Sawyer Inn and Victorian Lace Inn and see an
ELTC show for only $15.00! Tickets must be purchased at these B&Bs.
DINNER and ELTC SHOW COMBO! (Theater tickets at the restaurants.)
Aleathea’s, at The Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St. $40 per person, includes dinner, tax, gratuity, and ticket
For reservations: 609-884-5555
Bloody Mary's Bar & Grill, at The Atlas Inn, 1035 Beach Ave. $15 ticket with each entrée purchase
Sun.-Fri. Bonus (when restaurant open): Half price select appetizers & drinks 5-7PM
For reservations: 609-884-7000
410 Bank Street Restaurant, 410 Bank St. Dinner + $15 ticket. Seating by 6:00
For reservations: 609-884-2127
Frescos - A Seafood Trattoria, 412 Bank St. Dinner + $15 ticket. Seating by 6:00
For reservations: 609-884-0366
The Mad Batter, at the Carroll Villa Hotel, 19 Jackson St. Dinner anytime + $18 ticket
For reservations: 609-884-5970
Washington Inn, 801 Washington St. Complete Dinner anytime + ticket = $54
For reservations: 609-884-5697
The Merion Inn, 106 Decatur St. $15 ticket with each entrée purchase (anytime) or 3 course early bird ($18.95,
and must be seated before 5:30). For reservations: 609-884-8363
Martini Beach, 429 Beach Dr. Complete Dinner anytime + ticket = $55
For reservations: 609-884-4800
Church of the Advent, Washington and Franklin Streets. Dinner on the third Fridays of the month only: June 20,
July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19, & Oct. 17 from 5:00-7:00. Bring your own beverage: soda, beer, or wine. Dinner: $10
for adults + $18 ticket; $4 dinner for children. They do not take reservations, but call for questions: 609-884-3060.
Ages 12 and under are admission-free at all times, and these tickets
may be picked up at the box office when attending the production.
American Stage Classics
The East Lynne Theater Company was founded in 1980 to produce
provocative classics and history-based contemporary entertainment that deal with
the uniquely American experience. The Equity professional actors, directors,
musicians, and designers work together throughout the year to create quality
productions not seen anywhere else. When patrons experience ELTC’s
productions, they witness the company’s engaging perspective on American
theater and its unique contribution to the world of theater. In 1996, Ohio State
University honored ELTC by asking to house the company’s archives at its
“Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee Theatre Research Institute.”
FYI: The title “East Lynne” is derived from a famous American play that was seen
throughout the country during the 1800s. There is a town named East Lynne in
Missouri. It's named after the play, too!
CAPE MAY SEASON 2008 from August through December
(For information on shows from June-July 2008: YOU AND I, ALL THE THINGS YOU
ARE: The Music of Jerome Kern, and MAGIC BY ROBERT ABERDEEN, please go to
"Seasons Past" Page.)
Aug. 6-30 at 8:30: THE GUARDSMAN, by Franz Molnar,
this 1924 comedy, originally titled Playing with Fire, established
Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne as Broadway stars. The location
is Vienna, during the Belle Époque, the “beautiful years” before
World War I, when love, not war, was in the air. Two actors
have been married for six months, and everyone knows that the
actress habitually changes men every twenty-six weeks. Thus,
the actor is nervous, and goes to great lengths to discover
whether or not she is faithful. This well-beloved tale was the basis for the 1940 Louis B. Mayer
film, The Chocolate Soldier. With Mark Edward Lang, Alison J. Murphy, Edward Furs,
Thomas Raniszewski, and Gayle Stahlhuth. Directed by Karen Case Cook.
"A pleasant souffle of an evening in the theater!" - Cape May Gazette
Aug. 20-31 (Wed.-Sun.) at 8:30: HELPFUL HINTS
(World Premiere) written and performed by Susan Tischler, based on
Mae Savell Croy's Putnam's Household Handbook published in 1916.
Join Mrs. Croy as she explains everything from cleaning the stove and your
clothes with kerosene, to leaving babies outside when they cry because
children should not be spoiled and screaming (outside) is good for the lungs.
She also discusses the sick room, architecture, invitations, and the comfort
of the gymnasium suit! It's an evening that is both witty and wise. Robert
LeMaire is also in the cast, under the direction of Karen Case Cook.
Sept. 17-Oct. 18 at 8:00: TO THE LADIES!,
written by Pulitzer Prize winners George S.
Kaufman and Marc Connelly, was the second of
eight plays on which they collaborated. This
charming comedy is about Leonard Beebe of Nutley,
NJ, who wants to get ahead in the world. With the
help of his young bride, Elsie, he might just do it. In
1922, To the Ladies! was on Broadway starring
Helen Hayes, but after 1926, no other productions
can be found. The cast of eight includes Suzanne
Dawson, Ken Glickfeld, Terry Harris, Rob LeMaire,
Tiffany-Leigh Moskow, John Morton, and Morgan
Nichols, under the direction of Gayle Stahlhuth.
This event was selected by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts as
part of the American Masterpieces Series in NJ. American Masterpieces
is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts.
Sept. 26: George S. Kaufman's daughter, Anne, will talk about her father
and answer questions after the show AND 1/2 of the box office proceeds
will go to The Donald L. Perry Foundation for Cancer Research
Oct. 10: American Sign Language Performance
REVIEW IN THE WALL STREET JOURNAL FROM TERRY TEACHOUT 9/19/08
Unlike the usual summer-theater mix of straight plays and small-scale musicals, the
East Lynne Theater Company specializes in shows that "deal with the uniquely American
experience," including revivals of forgotten American plays from the first half of the
20th century. This year, the company has exhumed "To the Ladies!," a 1922 comedy by
George S. Kaufman and Marc Connelly. All Kaufman-Connelly revivals are rare -
Kaufman is best remembered for his later collaborations with Moss Hart - but "To the
Ladies" hasn't been staged anywhere since 1926, which makes this production significant
by definition.
To be sure, I expected that "To the Ladies!" would be a historical curiosity, but it turns
out to be a thoroughly likable piece of proto-feminist fluff about a pair of bumbling
businessmen (John Morton and Ken Glickfeld) and the brainy wives (Tiffany-Leigh
Moskow and Suzanne Dawson) who repeatedly pull them out of the holes they dig for
themselves. It plays very much like a sitcom - partly because Gayle Stahlhuth has
staged it so well, but mainly because the unsung radio writers who invented the form in
the '30s cut their teeth on George S. Kaufman's shows. Everyone in the cast is
excellent, particularly Ms. Moskow, a spunky, energetic ingenue with charm to burn.
Complete review: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB122177899717354443.html
Nov. 7 & 8 at 8:00: SHERLOCK HOLMES' ADVENTURE OF THE SPECKLED
BAND, based on one of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's favorite stories, and
his rarely produced play The Stonor Case, adapted by Craig Wichman, the
Founder and Producer of the nationally acclaimed Quicksilver Radio Theater,
by permission of Dame Jean Conan Doyle. Step back in time, as East Lynne
presents this tale in the style of a vintage radio broadcast, complete with live
sound effects and commercials, just like Sherlock Holmes’s radio series on
NBC that premiered on Oct. 20, 1930. The Great Detective and The Good
Doctor are pitted against a psychotic villain in a race against time to stop the
bizarre murders in an eerie country manor. Another "Sherlock Holmes'
Weekend" in Cape May! Pictured is Phil Pizzi operating the Sound Effects.
Winner: National Federation of Community Broadcasters’ “Gold Reel” for Radio Drama
Nov. 28, 29, Dec. 7, 12, and 13 at 8:30: O. HENRY'S
CHRISTMAS STORIES. (World Premiere) ELTC’s Artistic Director
Gayle Stahlhuth, portrays twenty-plus roles as she spins O. Henry's tales.
"Stahlhuth is an absolute delight, bringing Christmas cheer to the
audience as she switches from one characterization to the other."
-Cape May Gazette
B&B and an ELTC SHOW COMBO!
Stay at The Henry Sawyer Inn and Victorian Lace Inn and see an
ELTC show for only $15.00! Tickets must be purchased at these B&Bs.
DINNER and ELTC SHOW COMBO! (Theater tickets at the restaurants.)
Aleathea’s, at The Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St. $40 per person, includes dinner, tax, gratuity, and ticket
For reservations: 609-884-5555
Bloody Mary's Bar & Grill, at The Atlas Inn, 1035 Beach Ave. $15 ticket with each entrée purchase
Sun.-Fri. Bonus (when restaurant open): Half price select appetizers & drinks 5-7PM
For reservations: 609-884-7000
410 Bank Street Restaurant, 410 Bank St. Dinner + $15 ticket. Seating by 6:00
For reservations: 609-884-2127
Frescos - A Seafood Trattoria, 412 Bank St. Dinner + $15 ticket. Seating by 6:00
For reservations: 609-884-0366
The Mad Batter, at the Carroll Villa Hotel, 19 Jackson St. Dinner anytime + $18 ticket
For reservations: 609-884-5970
Washington Inn, 801 Washington St. Complete Dinner anytime + ticket = $54
For reservations: 609-884-5697
The Merion Inn, 106 Decatur St. $15 ticket with each entrée purchase (anytime) or 3 course early bird ($18.95,
and must be seated before 5:30). For reservations: 609-884-8363
Martini Beach, 429 Beach Dr. Complete Dinner anytime + ticket = $55
For reservations: 609-884-4800
Church of the Advent, Washington and Franklin Streets. Dinner on the third Fridays of the month only: June 20,
July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19, & Oct. 17 from 5:00-7:00. Bring your own beverage: soda, beer, or wine. Dinner: $10
for adults + $18 ticket; $4 dinner for children. They do not take reservations, but call for questions: 609-884-3060.
Ages 12 and under are admission-free at all times, and these tickets
may be picked up at the box office when attending the production.
Artistic Director: Gayle Stahlhuth
Technical Director: Lee O'Connor
OFFICE/MAILING ADDRESS:
The East Lynne Theater Company
121 Fourth Ave.
West Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone and E-mail:
609-884-5898
Eastlynneco@aol.com
Cape May Performance Venue:
The First Presbyterian Church
500 Hughes St., Cape May
Performance Days (except where
noted): Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat.
TALES OF THE VICTORIANS
As you feel the ocean breeze, nibble tasty treats, sip a
cool beverage on the porch of one of Cape May's
B&B's, you can listen to a short story bring read by an
ELTC company member. Time: 4:00pm; Price: $7;
Children ages 12 and under free!
Only one more for 2008:
Sat. Oct. 11: Cliveden Inn, 709 Columbia Ave.
Thank you to those who participated this year:
The Mad Batter at the Carroll Villa, Cliveden Inn,
Dormer House, The Fairthorne, Victorian Lace Inn,
and The Inn of Cape May
ELTC'S ANNUAL FUNDRAISER!
VARIETY: THE SPICE OF LIFE!
Thursday, November 13
At Aleathea's, The Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St.
The evening begins at 5:30 with hors d’oeuvres and a
cash bar. At 6:30 is dinner, followed by entertainment,
which consists of NYC cabaret performers Anne and
Michael McFrederick, who appeared this summer in
ELTC's ALL THE THINGS YOU ARE, the NYC
improv Group, Codependent Theater Company
(codeptheater.com), and a look at ELTC's season
2009. Also Live and Chinese Auctions!
Tickets are $60.00 and may be obtained by sending a
check to East Lynne Theater Company, 121 Fourth
Ave., West Cape May, NJ 08204. Tickets may also be
purchased at the door, but East Lynne and Aleathea’s
appreciate reservations in advance, so ask that a call
be made to 884-5898 to let them know if you plan to
attend.
ELTC SHOWS ON THE ROAD
Sun., Oct. 26,at 3:00
PAUL ROBESON THROUGH HIS WORDS
AND MUSIC
Performed by Derrick McQueen
Written by Gayle Stahlhuth
Location: St. James Presbyterian Church, 409 W.
141st Street, NYC (corner of 141st and St. Nicholas)
ADMISSION IS FREE
For Information Call: 609-884-5898
This production is made possible through a
grant from The Puffin Foundation, whose
mission is to “continue the dialogue between
art and the lives of ordinary people.”
Sun., Nov. 9 at 2:00
SHERLOCK HOLMES' ADVENTURE OF
THE SPECKLED BAND
Montvale Library FREE
ELTC STORE: A BOOK, CAPS, MUGS, ETC.!
THE LEACH DIARIES: The First Four Years.
Books are available at Atlantic Book Store in
Cape May, on night's of ELTC performances, and
may be purchased online at
http://cafepress.com/eastlynne
Also available for purchase are T-shirts, hats, tote
bags,mugs, steins, clocks, mouse pads, baby bibs
and clothes with the ELTC logo! Prices are great,
the stuff is cool, and you'll be helping the arts!
East Lynne Theater Company's programs are made
possible in part from The NJ State Council on the
Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of The
National Endowment for the Arts; the NJ
Department of State, Division of Travel & Tourism;
Cape May County Freeholders' Fund administered
by Cape May County Division of Culture &
Heritage; Curran Investment Management; La Mer
Beachfront Inn; Aleathea's Restaurant; The Henry
Sawyer Inn; The Cliveden Inn, and the generosity of
many patrons.
All photographs and material copyright 2008
by The East Lynne Theater Company
Technical Director: Lee O'Connor
OFFICE/MAILING ADDRESS:
The East Lynne Theater Company
121 Fourth Ave.
West Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone and E-mail:
609-884-5898
Eastlynneco@aol.com
Cape May Performance Venue:
The First Presbyterian Church
500 Hughes St., Cape May
Performance Days (except where
noted): Wed., Thurs., Fri., Sat.
TALES OF THE VICTORIANS
As you feel the ocean breeze, nibble tasty treats, sip a
cool beverage on the porch of one of Cape May's
B&B's, you can listen to a short story bring read by an
ELTC company member. Time: 4:00pm; Price: $7;
Children ages 12 and under free!
Only one more for 2008:
Sat. Oct. 11: Cliveden Inn, 709 Columbia Ave.
Thank you to those who participated this year:
The Mad Batter at the Carroll Villa, Cliveden Inn,
Dormer House, The Fairthorne, Victorian Lace Inn,
and The Inn of Cape May
ELTC'S ANNUAL FUNDRAISER!
VARIETY: THE SPICE OF LIFE!
Thursday, November 13
At Aleathea's, The Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St.
The evening begins at 5:30 with hors d’oeuvres and a
cash bar. At 6:30 is dinner, followed by entertainment,
which consists of NYC cabaret performers Anne and
Michael McFrederick, who appeared this summer in
ELTC's ALL THE THINGS YOU ARE, the NYC
improv Group, Codependent Theater Company
(codeptheater.com), and a look at ELTC's season
2009. Also Live and Chinese Auctions!
Tickets are $60.00 and may be obtained by sending a
check to East Lynne Theater Company, 121 Fourth
Ave., West Cape May, NJ 08204. Tickets may also be
purchased at the door, but East Lynne and Aleathea’s
appreciate reservations in advance, so ask that a call
be made to 884-5898 to let them know if you plan to
attend.
ELTC SHOWS ON THE ROAD
Sun., Oct. 26,at 3:00
PAUL ROBESON THROUGH HIS WORDS
AND MUSIC
Performed by Derrick McQueen
Written by Gayle Stahlhuth
Location: St. James Presbyterian Church, 409 W.
141st Street, NYC (corner of 141st and St. Nicholas)
ADMISSION IS FREE
For Information Call: 609-884-5898
This production is made possible through a
grant from The Puffin Foundation, whose
mission is to “continue the dialogue between
art and the lives of ordinary people.”
Sun., Nov. 9 at 2:00
SHERLOCK HOLMES' ADVENTURE OF
THE SPECKLED BAND
Montvale Library FREE
ELTC STORE: A BOOK, CAPS, MUGS, ETC.!
THE LEACH DIARIES: The First Four Years.
Books are available at Atlantic Book Store in
Cape May, on night's of ELTC performances, and
may be purchased online at
http://cafepress.com/eastlynne
Also available for purchase are T-shirts, hats, tote
bags,mugs, steins, clocks, mouse pads, baby bibs
and clothes with the ELTC logo! Prices are great,
the stuff is cool, and you'll be helping the arts!
East Lynne Theater Company's programs are made
possible in part from The NJ State Council on the
Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of The
National Endowment for the Arts; the NJ
Department of State, Division of Travel & Tourism;
Cape May County Freeholders' Fund administered
by Cape May County Division of Culture &
Heritage; Curran Investment Management; La Mer
Beachfront Inn; Aleathea's Restaurant; The Henry
Sawyer Inn; The Cliveden Inn, and the generosity of
many patrons.
All photographs and material copyright 2008
by The East Lynne Theater Company
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