Blackfriars Theatre Shares April Event Lineup

Join Blackfriars Theatre this April as they present a wide array of artistic offerings. Opening March 22nd and running through April 7th is the heist-thriller Mauritius by Theresa Rebeck. This high-stakes drama centers around the story of two estranged sisters who, after their mother's death, come across a rare stamp collection containing the crown jewel(s) for collectors. Tickets to Mauritius are available over the phone or online: http://www.blackfriars.org/mauritius.

On March 30th at 10 a.m. & 12:30 p.m., Blackfriars is proud to present Drag Story Hour with Mrs. Kasha Davis. This event is completely free of charge and invites families to add a little sparkle to their story time. Drag Story Hour teaches love and acceptance, gives strength to kids who see themselves differently, and serves as a resource for parents who need support or want to learn more. This month's book will be "A Peacock Among Pigeons" by Tyler Curry, with a special performance by Heather Stevenson of PUSH Physical Theatre.

On April 6th at 2 p.m., the Hourglass Play Reading Series will mount the final reading of their 18-19 Season: For Peter Pan on Her 70thBirthday by Sarah Ruhl. This play follows the story of Ann and her experience playing Peter Pan at her hometown theater in Iowa many years ago. Hourglass Play Readings are free and open to the public, with donations gratefully accepted at the door. Learn more about Hourglass and the play by visiting http://www.blackfriars.org/hourglass-play-reading-series-season.

On April 19th & 20th at 7 p.m., Blackfriars hosts EstroFest: Audience Faves Hit The Stage! This popular sketch comedy troupe features the talented Andrea Holland, Norma Holland, Allison Roberts, Dresden Engle, and Freyda Schnieder. A consistent Rochester Fringe Festival sell-out, the ladies of EstroFest celebrate their 20th Anniversary of entertaining audiences. This show is a fundraiser for Blackfriars's 70th Season, with tickets priced at $25 each. Tickets available by calling 585-454-1260 or online at http://www.blackfriars.org/estrofest.

On April 26th & 27th at 8 p.m., the Blackfriars Comedy Series will enjoy its final Comedy Weekend of the season. Unleashed! Improv will take the Blackfriars stage for two nights of improv hilarity. Tickets are $12 pre-sale (by calling 454-1260 or www.blackfriars.org/blackfriars-comedy-series) and $15 at the door.