The Prince of Prince Street: or -- Hey kids, let's put on a show!

During 1960’s Greenwich Village, THE PRINCE STREET PLAYERS were an acclaimed theatrical troupe, known for their wonderful musical adaptations of classic fairy tales. They not only had their own theater on Prince Street, they also toured extensively and even had their shows televised on CBS. In the PRINCE OF PRINCE STREET, the author David Christopher, who acted with the company back in the day, tells the fanciful adventure of recreating one of their musicals in today’s changing world. From the initial casting — now accomplished “online” as well as on stage — through the rehearsal process, securing of costumes and props, designing and installing lights and sets, and final dress rehearsals, this light-hearted novella humorously explores the trials and tribulations of creating live theater. Not only will the story appeal to those who love musicals, and perhaps even acted in them, but everyone will enjoy experiencing the universal interaction of creative and often eccentric folk creatively working together. As Mickey Rooney once said to Judy Garland, “Let’s put on a show!”. Read more