THE PROM comes to Springfield

Springfield, MA – Unity House Players is proud to present THE PROM, a musical comedy celebrating love and changing lives.

This full-length production tells the “based on a true event” story of Emma Nolan, a mid-western high schooler who wasn’t allowed to take her girlfriend to the prom. When the local PTA decides to hold a separate prom sparking worldwide news, over-the-top Broadway stars come to save the day, or at least grab a few headlines, as they build a “prom for everyone”.

The audience will enjoy big spectacle in an intimate venue. A multi-generational cast of 20 performers from at least a dozen surrounding towns have been rehearsing over the past several months to bring this story to the stage.  Director Eric Boucher leads an artistic team consisting of Karen Anne McMahon, who created original, high energy choreography for 17 songs, and music director Graham Christian who conducts a live six piece band.  Springfield’s Tommy Lynch and Owen Feindel helped build the simple, yet transformative set that depicts over a dozen locations, accented by lighting designed by Avery Richardson of Monson.

Madilynn Mason, who plays Emma, says, “I recognize the importance of portraying a young lesbian who is proud to be herself despite others trying to change her. She just wants to go to prom like everyone else, with the person she loves.”  Dan Madden, who plays classmate Kevin, adds, "I’ve always wanted to be in a production at Unity House… I’m fascinated by the way they always manage to round up the best local talent and take advantage of their space to immerse audiences. The Prom uses clever writing and catchy tunes to deliver an important message of love and acceptance.” Alongside the hysterical dialogue and lyrics are beautiful moments of connection. 

Performances will be held Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30PM and Sundays at 2PM from April 24^th to May 3^rd. Tickets cost $20 for students and seniors, $25 for adults and can be purchased at the door or online at uuspringfield.org.

Unity House Players offers theatricals, Arts education and outreach including plays, musicals, concerts, improv, and more. You can follow them on social media @unityhouseplayers.