Theatre By The Sea Presents THE FULL MONTY, Opens 8/4

Theatre By The Sea owner and producer Bill Hanney, Producing Artistic Director Amiee Turner and Managing Producer Joel Kipper are proud to announce the opening of the Broadway smash hit The Full Monty sponsored by Meridian Printing on August 4.

Based on the international hit film, this grin and bare-it-all musical comedy winningly tells the story of a dispirited group of unemployed steelworkers in Buffalo, NY, who are desperate to make some quick cash. Jerry, a divorced father behind in his child-support, convinces the gang to become male strippers for a one-night-only event at the local club. The Full Monty will have you cheering as they go all the way to conquer their fears and take charge of their lives. Music includes "Michael Jordan's Ball," "The Goods," and "Let It Go." Contains adult language and mature content.

Ocean State Theatre Company is thrilled welcome veteran director, Russell Garrett, who will be joined by music director Andrew Smithson and choreographer Chris Saunders, who music directed and choreographed last season's award-winning production of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Managing Producer Joel Kipper, who made his Theatre By The Sea debut as George M. Cohan in George M! returns in the role of Malcolm, with Jean-Pierre Ferragamo, who starred as Pseudolus in the 2007 sneak preview production of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum, returning in the role of Dave Bukatinsky. TBTS alum Heidi Beckmann of Wakefield will portray Pam Lukowski, with Rhode Island College student Talia Triangolo of Providence and Ocean State Follies cast member Michael Johnson of North Providence in the roles of Joanie and the Minister. Youth performers Ryan Costa (11 years old) of Riverside and Andrew Horowitz (10 years old) of Rehoboth, MA, will share the role of Nathan Lukowski.

Audiences are invited to enhance their theatre experience by dining in the casual, contemporary and creative atmosphere of Bistro by the Sea, just a short stroll down the arbor walk adjacent to the theatre. Following selected performances on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings, theatergoers can enjoy fun, food and drinks at the popular Late Night Cabaret with Sabrina Blaze. Reservations are strongly recommended for dinner and the cabaret and can be made by calling (401) 789-3030 after 3:00 pm. Before or after the meal theatergoers can enjoy the lush seaside gardens maintained by Dana Designs, which contain over 300 varieties of perennials, grasses, shrubs and climbing plants, offering a magical environment for flower lovers of all ages.

The Full Monty will be presented at Theatre By The Sea from August 4 - 29. Previews are scheduled for Wednesday, August 4 at 8:00 pm and Thursday, August 5 at 2:00 and 8:00 pm. Opening weekend performances will be held on Friday at 8:00 pm, Saturday at 4:30 and 8:30 pm and Sunday at 3:00 and 8:00 pm. All other performances will be held Tuesday through Friday evenings at 8:00 pm, Thursdays at 2:00 pm, Saturdays at 4:30 and 8:30 pm and Sundays at 5:00. The theatre is located at 364 Cards Pond Road, Matunuck, RI. Tickets are $35 for preview performances and $39-$49 for all other performances. Discount rates for groups of 20 or more are available by calling (401) 782-3800 x18. Rush tickets are available on a limited basis one hour prior to curtain on the day of the performance. Tickets are on sale at the box office Monday through Saturday from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, online anytime at www.theatrebythesea.com and via telephone during normal box office hours by calling (401) 782-TKTS (8587). The box office will also be open one hour prior to every performance.

Your summer memories are waiting at Theatre By The Sea!