IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 4/5/06 CONTACT: PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE
SILVER CITY- The Western New Mexico University Expressive Arts Department production of “The Importance of Being Earnest” concludes this weekend.
The play will be performed in the Fine Arts Center Theatre on Friday, April 7, and Saturday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m.
There is no admission to the play, however donations will be accepted to benefit the Herb McGrath Fund which offers scholarships to WNMU students. A portion of the proceeds from the opening night performance will be donated to AmeriCorps and the WNMU Beekeepers Film Society. Non-perishable pet food will also be accepted and donated to the Silver City animal shelter.
“’The Importance of Being Earnest,’ Oscar Wilde's most successful play, became an instant hit when it opened in London, England, in February, 1895, running for 86 performances. This is one if the greatest comedies of all time and I hope everybody will come out, see it and enjoy the laughs.”
For more information please contact the Jack Ellis at 538-6502 or the Expressive Arts Department at 538-6614.
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