Missed Connections – theSpace @ Niddry St
Inspired by the rich musical style of the Appalachian mountains, Los Angeles Theatre Initiative presents Missed Connections, a newly written musical by Rachel Arianna and Eric Powers of Northwestern University. Missed Connections opens in 1997 on the last night at the Southside Bar after its owner Maggie (Camryn Helgeland) receives a notice of foreclosure. With one night left to celebrate and nothing left to lose, we see the townsfolk come together with old loves, first dates, family and friends to lay everything out on the table. With cast members on stage playing guitar and bass, there is a real folk feel to the musical reminiscent of the likes of Hadestown - Eric Powers’ composition is lilting and bright - I need a cast recording!
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