The Bijou Theatre is proud
to announce its first annual Summer Showcase for young performers ages 8-25 on
July 17 at 7pm. The cast of upcoming shows “In the Heights” and “Willy
Wonka Jr” will team up in an “open mic” format to present their many
talents. Acts will include solo and group songs, monologues, comedy acts,
scenes, juggling, and much more.
The Bijou Summer Showcase
will act as a fundraiser in support of the theatre’s two summer programs
featuring kids, teens, and young adults from the greater Bridgeport area.
Many of the students participating in the youth summer program benefit from
scholarships and payment plans, in an effort by The Bijou to give back to the
theatre community that has supported its large role in the recent Renaissance
in Downtown Bridgeport.
The evening will feature
these young talents on The Bijou stage, as well as an appropriately themed
Spanish food potluck served by the cast of “In the Heights,” which opens the
week before on July 11. For dessert, the “Willy Wonka” cast will provide
a selection of treats and sweets for purchase in the lobby. Both of these
special projects are organized and created by the casts in hopes of raising
additional funds for their shows.
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The Bijou Film Society,
which produces both Summer Programs, is a 501©3 organization operating
exclusively for charitable, religious, education, or scientific purposes.
All contributions towards The Bijou’s Summer Program for kids 8-14 and Summer
Stock for young adults 15-25 are tax deductible and go entirely towards the two
productions taking place later in July.
The Bijou Summer Showcase
will take place on Thursday, July 17 at 7pm. Tickets are on sale for $10
at thebijoutheatre.com.
