2 Pianos 4 Hands Video

2 Pianos 4 Hands
A Made-in-Canada Musical Comedy at the Schoolhouse Theatre

Thursday, August 20th, 2009
ST. JACOBS

This season, the intimate Schoolhouse Theatre in St. Jacobs will have theatregoers doubled over in laughter with one of the most dynamic musical productions ever presented. 2 Pianos 4 Hands entertains audiences young and old with a unique combination of dazzling musical prowess, insightful and touching dramatic moments, and outrageously funny anecdotes, September 2nd through December 20th.

2 Pianos 4 Hands is the riotous tale of two Canadian boys, Ted and Richard, who share the same unorthodox goal: concert pianist stardom.

Inspired by the wizardry of classical pianists like Bach and Beethoven, and rock 'n roll legends like Jerry Lee Lewis, the two determined upstarts forge ahead with their dreams - despite the stumbling blocks of pushy parents, eccentric teachers, hours of repetitive practice, attacks of stage fright, and of course the crushing pressure of competition.

As their pursuit unfolds over the next 15 years, our two heroes mature and become aware of the gap between the good and the very good. True greatness, it seems, may be out of reach for the ordinary man. 2 Pianos 4 Hands captures the unflagging embodiment of the human spirit with warmth, wit, and wisdom that will tickle your ivories and leave you uplifted.

2 Pianos 4 Hands explores every musical genre, from pop to classical, jazz to country, says Alex Mustakas, Artistic Director of Drayton Entertainment. With such a diverse song list, you wont be able to resist the infectious music. Audiences are soon tapping their toes and joining in the fun!

The production is directed by Richard Greenblatt, who co-authored the show with fellow Canadian theatre icon Ted Dykstra. Since its debut in 1996, 2 Pianos 4 Hands has become one of Canadas most successful theatre productions, touring to over 150 cities worldwide and playing to more than 2 million people. This much lauded play was also ranked by American Theatre Magazine as one of the ten most-produced plays in the United States in 2003.

The innovative concept of 2 Pianos 4 Hands is the perfect vehicle to showcase the talents of two outstanding performers Patrick Burwell and Jonathan Monro.

Burwell is no stranger to the Drayton Entertainment stages having performed in several productions, and directed Forever Plaid at the Schoolhouse Theatre last season. Burwell is well matched with Monro, whose impressive resume includes roles with the Stratford Shakespeare Festival and Canadian Stage Company, as well as several film and television projects.

This joyful production about the ups and downs of mastering an instrument draws audiences from all walks of life, says Mustakas. Its the perfect theatre experience and a must-see for anyone with a dream.

2 Pianos 4 Hands is proudly sponsored by Home Hardware and 96.7 CHYM FM. Media Sponsors are 570 NEWS, Kix 106.7 FM and The Waterloo Region Record. Design Sponsors are East Side Marios, North Waterloo and the Best Western St. Jacobs Country Inn. The 2009 Season is sponsored by Manulife One.

2 Pianos 4 Hands plays eight shows a week, September 2nd through December 20th. Tickets can be booked by calling the Drayton Entertainment Box Office at (519) 638-5555 or toll free at
1-888-449-4463. For more information please visit www.draytonentertainment.com.