in residence at First Presbyterian Church
Cape May, NJ 08204
Phone 609-884-5898
Fax 530-884-5895

Artistic Director Gayle Stahlhuth

2009-10: Received NJ Theatre Alliance's ACHIEVEMENT OF EXCELLENCE AWARD for "30 years of celebrating America's heritage through productions and educational programs." SINCE 1980, ELTC HAS CELEBRATED THE AMERICAN SPIRIT ONSTAGE through timeless classics and provocative new works. Programming includes Production Season, Touring Shows, and Educational Outreach for all ages. The title "East Lynne" is derived from a famous American play that was seen throughout the country during the 1800s. When patrons experience ELTC's productions, they witness the company's engaging perspective on American theater and its unique contribution to the world of theater. In 1996, Ohio State University honored ELTC by asking to house the company's archives at its "Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee Theatre Research Institute." MOST PRODUCTIONS RUN 4 NIGHTS A WEEK: Wed. - Sat., except where noted. MOST TICKET PRICES: $28 general; $23 senior; $13 full-time student; and ages 12 and under free. DINNER/SHOW AND B&B/SHOW Combinations, and Group Rates available. 2009 SEASON TICKETS: 5 shows for $90. Must purchase by July 1. May be used at any time in any way. Contact the office at 121 Fourth Ave., West Cape May 08204, or visit the website to purchase.

Specials
2010 CAPE MAY PRODUCTION SEASON: MARCH 19-20 at 8:00: SHERLOCK HOLMES' ADVENTURE OF THE BLUE CARBUNCLE: Step back in time, as ELTC presents this tale in the style of a vintage radio broadcast, complete with live sound effects and commercials, just like the 1930's NBC radio shows. To save an innocent man from prison, Holmes and Watson must find the thief who stole a valuable gem. JUNE 16-JULY 10 at 8:30: EMMA GOLDMAN: MY LIFE (World Premiere): Written and performed by Lorna Lable. Wise and witty, Emma always spoke her mind, whether it was on women's rights or the widening gap between rich and poor. She was a fascinating woman in a fascinating time: America in the early 1900s, teaming with immigrants like herself, all longing for a better way of life. Ms. Lable has performed Off-Broadway, in films and on TV. Directing is Karen Case Cook who has directed several shows for ELTC, and regularly directs for Phoenix Theatre Ensemble and other NYC theaters. JULY 6 at 8:00: A CONNECTICUT YANKEE IN KING ARTHUR'S COURT performed by students, admission-free! JULY 14-24 at 8:30: PAUL ROBESON THROUGH HIS WORDS AND MUSIC: Performed by Derrick McQueen, and written by Gayle Stahlhuth, it is an interweaving of two dozen songs that were sung by Robeson ("The House I Live In," "Joe Hill," etc.) with a narrative of his life as actor, activist, and humanitarian. This is the story of the son of a former slave who became one of the most popular performers of his day, and of an American whose government was so fearful of his belief that all people are equal, that the FBI took his passport. Last performed during ELTC's 2006 Season for only 4 performances, "Robeson" is one of ELTC's popular touring shows, and its return to Cape May has been requested by many. JULY 28-SEPT. 4 at 8:30: THE DICTATOR: Ethel Barrymore challenged famous journalist Richard Harding Davis to write a play, and he wrote one of the funniest comedies ELTC has ever produced. Brooke Travers flees NYC by jumping aboard a ship, and lands in Puerto Banos, in Central America. Believing he's a "wanted man," he assumes different names, even swapping identities with the American Consul, and meanwhile still manages to fall in love. Who is in charge of this Banana Republic, where revolutions are a way of life, is anyone's guess in this large-cast 1904 Broadway hit that ELTC first produced in 2001. SEPT. 22-OCT 23 at 8:00: BERKELEY SQUARE: ELTC is proud to announce that the Robert A. Freedman Dramatic Agency has given permission for the company to produce this highly original romantic comedy/drama by John L. Balderston. Balderston, who also wrote the first "Mummy" movie, based this play on "The Sense of the Past," an unfinished novel by Henry James. An American, who inherits a home in London's Berkeley Square, is so fascinated by reading letters and diaries of his ancestors, that he's sent back in time to 1784, a year after the end of the American Revolution. Engaged to a woman in 1928, he meets two enchanting sisters in 1784. Is life better in the past or the present? This Broadway sensation, starring Leslie Howard, was adapted for the 1933 film. (No show on Wed. Oct. 6; show on Sun. Oct. 10 at 7:30) NOV. 5-6 at 8:00: SHERLOCK HOLMES' ADVENTURE OF THE BLUE CARBUNCLE. NOV. 26, 27, DEC. 5, 10, 11 at 8:30: THE LIFE AND ADVENTURES OF SANTA CLAUS: From L. Frank Baum, the man who gave us "The Wizard of Oz," comes this charming tale about Claus's early years to how he became immortal, presented in storytelling fashion by Artistic Director Gayle Stahlhuth, who has been praised by reviewers and audience alike for her portrayals of 30-plus roles in the telling of one tale. "Stahlhuth is an absolute delight, bringing Christmas cheer to the audience as she switches from one character to the other."-"Cape May Gazette"

Amenities
ADA: Wheelchair Accessible and Assistive Listening System at all times. American Sign Language Interpretation on special evenings. FREE PERKS: Opening Night Parties for most productions, and Pre-show and After-show discussions available