Pompano Players presents: Love, Loss, What I Wore

Name: Pompano Players presents: Love, Loss, What I Wore
Start: 2024-10-11T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2024-10-11T20:00:00-04:00
Location: Pompano Beach Cultural Center

Schedule

Fri Oct 11 2024 at 07:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Pompano Beach Cultural Center | Pompano Beach, FL

Don't miss Love, Loss and What I Wore with the Pompano Players—chic theater from their closets to your heart. Embark on a heartfelt journey through women's lives filled with humor, nostalgia, and poignant reflections. This experience will occur at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, October 11th-20th.
This stylishly dressed-in-black piece features a cast of seven women who share a series of monologues and ensemble pieces. Each vignette is heavy with memories and emotions—sometimes bittersweet, sometimes just plain funny. Expect tales about family, love, and identity, from the frustrations of carrying a purse to the sentimental value of a wedding dress.
Based on Ilene Beckerman's bestseller, Love, Loss, and What I Wore is a celebration of the special relationship between women and their wardrobes. It's a show that resonates with anyone who has ever laughed, cried, or gone nostalgic over any article of clothing.
Don't miss this night at the theater, which feels like a very personal chat with a best friend. Tickets are on sale now for stories that are unapologetically girly—in the very best way.
The program will feature the following productions:
Love, Loss, & What I Wore │October 11th - October 20th 2024
A collection of monologues and ensemble pieces that explore women, clothing, and memory, addressing important topics such as mothers, prom dresses, buying bras, hating purses, and the preference for wearing black. Based on the bestselling book by Ilene Beckerman.
I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change! │ November 8th - November 17th 2024
The longest-running off-Broadway revue has been updated for the 21st century! This celebration of the dating and relationship experience explores the truths and myths behind modern romance. Act I delves into the journey from dating to love and marriage, while Act II explores the ups and downs of in-laws, newborns, family trips, and the unique approach to dating of the older generation. The 2018 version includes two new songs, revised lyrics, and updated dialogue to reflect modern dating experiences.
Jerry's Girls │January 10th - January 19th 2025
In the dynamic musical revue, three women celebrate the music of Jerry Herman, highlighting the broad spectrum of thrilling material he wrote specifically for female performers. This Broadway hit features all the best songs for women from such immortal musicals as Mame, Hello, Dolly!, Milk and Honey, Mack and Mabel, A Day in Hollywood/A Night in the Ukraine, and La Cage Aux Folles.
RESPECT │ March 28th - April 6th, 2025
R.E.S.P.E.C.T is an electrifying tribute celebrating the music of the legendary Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. This theatrical concert event stars a live band and supreme vocalists, taking audiences on a journey of love, tragedy, courage, and triumph. Experience a night of music that inspired a generation, featuring hits such as “Natural Woman,” “Think,” “I Knew You Were Waiting for Me,” “Chain of Fools,” “Respect,” and many more. You'll be out of your seat and dancing in the aisles!
The World Goes Round │ April 25th - May 4th, 2025
Explore the world of Kander and Ebb with The World Goes 'Round, a vibrant revue featuring the songbook of the multi-Tony award-winning team. Filled with humor, romance, and nonstop melody, the show is a celebration of life and resilience. From Cabaret to Chicago, the hit parade includes memorable songs like "Mr. Cellophane," "Maybe This Time," "Cabaret," and "New York, New York." With a small, versatile cast and minimal set requirements, this musical is a great choice for a budget-friendly season. Audiences will be captivated by the musical arrangements and clever libretto.
I Do, I Do │ May 23rd - June 1st, 2025
"I Do! I Do!" is a musical with a book and lyrics by Tom Jones and music by Harvey Schmidt. It is based on the Jan de Hartog play "The Fourposter." The story revolves around the ups and downs of Agnes and Michael's marriage over 50 years, from 1895 to 1945. The entire story takes place in their bedroom, centered around a large fourposter bed.