AUSTIN THE UNSTOPPABLE By Barry Wyner and Daniel Israel Directed by Kevin Del Aguila Commissioned by George Street Playhouse through the Victoria J. Mastrobuono New Work Development Program, Bristol-Myers Squibb and The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey. A new musical comedy addressing childhood health and wellness WHEN: Saturday, February 11, 2 PM WHERE: George Street Playhouse, 9 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick ADMISSION: Free Reigning master of the X-box and junk food junkie, eleven-year-old Austin must face the long-term consequences of an unhealthy lifestyle when he learns his mother has been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. In partnership with ShapingNJ, this new musical comedy explores the challenges of one family learning how to make healthy choices together. This fun, upbeat musical engages students in the benefits of a healthy diet and exercise by celebrating how positive change can occur through the power of love, hard work and support. The performance is part of the George Street Playhouse Open Stage Series, a number of free performances for the community presented with support from TD Charitable Foundation. Doors open at 1:30 for this FREE event; however, reservations are required as SEATING IS VERY LIMITED CLICK HERE TO REGISTER CLICK HERE TO WATCH A PREVIEW VIDEO OF THE PERFORMANCE Appropriate for Ages 7- 14 Length: 60 minutes (Includes performance and post-play discussion) Austin the Unstoppable is available for booking to schools, health and wellness centers and corporate events. Contact 732.846.2895 x115 or education@georgestplayhouse.org for available dates. |