Conceived and originally directed by John-Michael Tebelak

 Music and new lyrics by Stephen Schwartz

Originally produced on the New York stage by Edgar Lansbury / Stuart Duncan /Joseph Beruh

Press Release and  Red Sox Raffle Information Below   

Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, and featuring a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, “Godspell” boasts a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit, “Day By Day.” As the cast performs “Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord,” “Learn Your Lessons Well,” “All For The Best,” “All Good Gifts,” “Turn Back, O Man” and “By My Side,” the parables of Jesus Christ come humanly and hearteningly to life. Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville, “Godspell” is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love.

Margaret L. Jackson Performing Arts Center

Godspell is presented through special arrangement with, and all authorized materials are supplied by

Music Theatre International

421 West 54th Street

New York, NY 10019-4412

Tel.: 1-212-541-4684

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Friends of Saint Anne’s Hospital to present “Godspell”

Fall River, MA – Tickets are now on sale for the Friends of Saint Anne’s Hospital’s presentation of “Godspell,” the off-Broadway musical hit, on September 11-13 at 8:00 p.m., and September 14  at 2:00 p.m., at the Margaret L. Jackson Performing Arts Center at Bristol Community College, 777 Elsbree Street, Fall River.

“Godspell,” noted for such songs as “Day by Day,” will be directed and choreographed by Jeff Belanger, who also directed the Friends’ productions of “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Oklahoma!”, “Annie,” and “The Sound of Music.”  Paula Arruda is musical director, David Tinkham is stage manager, and Jen Bellanti is the assistant choreographer.  Margie Dubé, a member of the Friends of Saint Anne’s board of directors, is chairperson for this event.  The cast of more than 60 people includes members of the Fall River community, hospital employees, and members of the Fall River Little Theater.

In addition to a general raffle, the Friends’ production also offers a raffle to win a special Boston Red Sox-Cleveland Indians game package on September 25 at Fenway Park.  The prize includes two tickets in the first row behind the dugout (courtesy of Bank of America), transportation to and from the game, and $200 cash, for a total value of $1,000.  Raffle tickets are $5 each, three for $10, or nine for $20.  Raffle tickets will be available at the theatre on the days of performance, or in advance at the Saint Anne’s Hospital Nannery Conference Room, first floor, 243 Forest Street, Fall River, between the hours of 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm on August 20, 21, 25, 27 and 28, and September 2, 3 and 4.  The winning ticket will be drawn on September 14 (winner need not be present to win).

Proceeds from the production and raffle will benefit the Friends of Saint Anne's Hospital’s $500,000 pledge to help underwrite radiation therapy technology in the hospital’s Hudner Oncology Center.  The Friends’ previous theatrical productions have earned more than $50,000 in support of the Hudner Oncology Center.  For more than three decades, the Hudner Oncology Center has been the area’s leading provider of comprehensive cancer care, including advanced radiation therapy, hematology/oncology care, access to dozens of national clinical trials, and a spectrum of patient and family programs and services.  It continues to update its technology, expertise and availability of services, including the recently announced expansion of radiation therapy care in Fall River and North Dartmouth.

For reservations and information, call the ticket line 508-235-5269.  General admission tickets for “Godspell” are $15, students’ and seniors’ tickets are $12, and tickets for children under age 12 are $5.  Group rates are available for parties of 20 or more.  Unpaid tickets must be picked up at the door at least 30 minutes prior to the performance.

Established in 1958 as a volunteer community service organization, the Friends of Saint Anne's Hospital enhance the image of the hospital within the community and offer financial support through a number of fundraising events.  The Friends’ efforts play a major role in supporting the hospital in assisting patients, increasing levels of service, and addressing the healthcare needs of the community.

Saint Anne’s Hospital is a community hospital with comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, serving southeastern Massachusetts and nearby Rhode Island.  Specialized services include oncology, pediatrics, orthopedics, diabetes, rehabilitation, cardiac care, behavioral medicine, and pain management.  Founded in 1906 by the Dominican Sisters of the Presentation, who continue to co-sponsor the hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital is a member of Caritas Christi Health Care, the second largest not-for-profit health system in New England.  Additional information about programs and services at Saint Anne’s Hospital and throughout Caritas Christi is available at www.SaintAnnesHospital.org.

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