TRUMPET IN THE LAND OPENING NIGHT

TO HONOR JOSEPH BONAMICO

&

OFFER DISCOUNTED TICKETS TO ALL TUSCARAWAS COUNTY RESIDENTS

 

 

On Friday, June 20 at 8:30 P.M. Trumpet in the Land will not only celebrate the outdoor drama’s 56th anniversary, but will also serve as a tribute to Joseph Bonamico, who will be remembered most for his 37 years in the role of Simon Girty in the productions of Trumpet in the Land and The White Savage (as well as playing Dracula each fall). In addition to his 42 years with Trumpet in the Land, Joe’s professional work included movies, television, print work and commercials, and numerous stage productions throughout Ohio and Chicago. He was a member of Actors’ Equity Association, the Writers’ Guild of America, and SAG-AFTRA. A presentation of gratitude to Joe will take place on stage, prior to the opening night performance.

 

To further honor Joe’s legacy with the organization, Trumpet in the Land will celebrate its opening night by offering $10 tickets to all Tuscarawas County residents.  These special $10.00 tickets will be available at the Tuscarawas County Convention and Visitors’ Bureau (124 E. High Avenue, New Philadelphia through June 19 and at the box office on the night of the performance.   Joe’s dedication will begin at 8:15 p.m. with curtain at 8:30 p.m

 

Trumpet in the Land, full of captivating history, beautiful songs and brilliant dances retells the compelling story of Ohio’s first settlement, Schoenbrunn, the massacre at Gnadenhutten, and the battle between the Americas.  Pulitzer prize-winning playwright Paul Green’s action-packed and entertaining script engulfs patrons as history unfolds before their eyes.

 

For more information on all of Trumpet in the Land’s productions, visit www.trumpetintheland.com or call the box office at 330-339-1132 or the administration office at 330-364-5111.