Shreveport Little Theatre's newest musical opens Valentine's Day
The hilarious musical comedy revue celebrates the mating game, and according to Shreveport Little Theatre this crowd-pleasing comedy takes on the truths and myths behind that contemporary conundrum known as 'the relationship.'
Through sketches and songs, Act I explores the journey from dating and waiting to love and marriage, while Act II reveals the agonies and triumphs of in-laws and newborns, trips in the family car and pick-up techniques of the geriatric set. It is the second-longest running off-Broadway musical.
I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change was nominated for the Outer Critics Circle Award as Outstanding Off-Broadway musical in 1997.
It will run for two consecutive weekends at Shreveport Little Theatre. The production opens on February 14th at 7:30 PM. Additional performances will be held on February 15th, 21st, and 22nd at 7:30 PM and February 16th, 22nd, and 23rd at 2:00 PM.
To purchase tickets, visit Shreveport Little Threatre or call the box office at (318) 424-4439.
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