Comedy Legend Robert Klein at the Schoolhouse Theater
Comedy Legend Robert Klein Takes the Stage for a Night of Laughter in Support of Schoolhouse Theater
[Croton Falls, NY 1.11.24] – Prepare for an evening of uproarious laughter as comedy icon Robert Klein graces the stage for a special benefit performance in support of the Schoolhouse Theater, Westchester County’s oldest professional theater.
Robert Klein, a legendary figure in the world of comedy, will bring his unparalleled wit and humor to captivate the audience on February 3rd, 2024, at 7pm. The Schoolhouse Theater, nestled in the heart of Westchester County, has been a cultural cornerstone for the community for decades, showcasing top-notch performances and fostering a love for the arts. Schoolhouse is currently nominated for 11 BroadwayWorld Awards for its 2023 season, including Best Play and Favorite Local Theater.
Robert will team up with his long-time friend and accompanist Bob Stein as he unleashes his comedic genius and lightning harmonica riffs to lift our spirits and raise the roof. This benefit performance promises an unforgettable night of entertainment and a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the comedic genius of Robert Klein while contributing to the preservation and enhancement of the Schoolhouse Theater. All funds raised from the event will go towards supporting the theater, and its ongoing mission to provide quality entertainment, nurture local talent, and engage the community in the arts.
“We are thrilled to welcome all-time legend Robert Klein to our stage for this special evening,” said Owen Thompson, Schoolhouse’s Artistic Director. “His comedic prowess is unparalleled, and we are deeply honored to have him join us in supporting the arts and the Schoolhouse Theater’s rich legacy,” added Producing Director Bram Lewis.
This event not only offers a chance to enjoy a night of laughter with one of comedy’s greats but also provides an opportunity for patrons to play a vital role in sustaining the cultural vibrancy of Westchester County.
Tickets for the benefit performance are available at www.theschoolhousetheater.org, where theatergoers can also find information about Schoolhouse’s 2024 season.
Don’t miss out on an evening of hilarity and heartwarming support for the Schoolhouse Theater. Join us for an unforgettable night with Robert Klein, where laughter meets philanthropy, and the arts continue to thrive.
Event:
Robert Klein at the Schoolhouse Theater, 2.3.24 @7pm.
Location:
North Salem Community Center, 3 Owens Road, Croton Falls, NY 10519
For media inquiries, please contact:
Owen Thompson at schoolhousetheater@gmail.com
Or call: 646-408-0470
About Schoolhouse Theater
The mission of the Schoolhouse Theater is to enhance the life of the community through live, professional, regional, theater. Our goal is to support and promote the theatrical arts, to encourage actors, directors and playwrights, as well as to support and promote other art forms. This is a wide umbrella, enabling us to create opportunities for artists to challenge themselves and grow, and to enrich the lives of student interns, senior volunteers, and audience members. All of our theater programming, including main stage productions, workshops, classes, and staged readings, introduces our patrons to award-winning playwrights as well as emerging talented voices. Our dedication to professional, earnest and creative achievement engenders pride and respect in the lives of all participants, and helps audiences and the community to develop an appreciation for and enjoyment of theater and the arts.
The Schoolhouse Theater, a nonprofit organization, is a venerable cultural center devoted to professional theater, live music, and entertainment at the highest possible standard. Our galleries host local artists, sculptors, and photographers from all over the county. We have a gift shop, a 99 seat theater, an art gallery and classrooms. We rent our space for events, weddings and seminars. We are committed to bringing new, innovative and ground breaking programs and plays to the community. It is a place where new work is explored, and a place where things begin. Through classes for children, live theater, live music, comedy, slam poetry and story telling we have sought to be a landmark home for all of the arts in Westchester County. The beautiful building that houses The Schoolhouse Theater was formerly the Croton Falls elementary school. In 1983 founder Lee Popetransformed the building into a visual arts center. At that time the cafeteria, gym, and auditorium space was simply a white walled room with no risers and twelve borrowed lights. In 1987, Ms. Pope invited Manhattan’s Acorn Productions to bring their recently produced play, Bedroom Farce, by Alan Ayckbourn to the building. Starring Brooke Palance and Michael Wilding, its limited run was a huge success and The Schoolhouse Theater was born. Gradually over the years theatrical amenities were added and a number of talented local theater companies presented shows in the space. But it was Pamela Moller Kareman, former Artistic Director of Acorn, who stayed in close touch, and she and Lee Pope charted a clear vision of growth for The Schoolhouse with its unique intimate space. In 1998 The Schoolhouse Theater became a full fledged not for profit professional regional theater. The Schoolhouse has been honored by visits from a number of theater luminaries including playwrights Jules Feiffer, George Furth, Tina Howe, Michael Weller, and Paul Zindel, who all came to see productions of their work and lend support to our theater. We have successfully launched five productions to Off-Broadway: Arthur Miller’s The Crucible, Ingmar Bergman’s Nora, S.N. Behrman’s Biography, Elaine Del Valle’s Brownsville Bred and The Enlightenment of Mr. Mole.