THEATRE + COMEDY

Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center's Encore Players presents Sylvia, by A.R. Gurney. Directed by Cheramie Howe Produced by Jill Manser.  Performances are scheduled for February 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 & 20 all at 8:00pm, plus, a special Valentine's matinee performance on February 14th at 2pm.

Sylvia introduces us to Greg and Kate who have moved to Manhattan after twenty-two years of child-raising in the suburbs. Greg's career as a financial trader is winding down, while Kate's career, as a public-school English teacher, is beginning to offer her more opportunities. Greg brings home a dog he found in the park—or that has found him—bearing only the name "Sylvia" on her name tag.

A street-smart mixture of Lab and Poodle, Sylvia becomes a major bone of contention between husband and wife. She offers Greg an escape from the frustrations of his job and the unknowns of middle age. To Kate, Sylvia becomes a rival for affection. And Sylvia thinks Kate just doesn't understand the relationship between man and dog.

The marriage is put in serious jeopardy until, after a series of hilarious and touching complications, Greg and Kate learn to compromise, and Sylvia becomes a valued part of their lives.

CAST LIST
Sylvia ~ Aleice Wilmore
Greg ~ J.B.Gonzales
Kate ~ Claudia McCotter
Tom/Phyllis/Leslie ~ Andy Midkiff

Note: This show contains adult themes and language. It is intended for a mature audience (PG-13).

Sponsored by Waggin Tails Pet Ranch and Fulshear Animal Hospital.