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Photo (l-r) Cathy Lee-Visscher, PJ Keeler, Vivian Wachsberger

The Ghent Playhouse staged reading of Roman Fever benefits the Columbia County EMS Education program

 

[GHENT, NY] The Ghent Playhouse presented a check for $ 2700 to the Columbia County EMS Education program representative PJ Keeler on February 11th.  The donation resulted from a benefit reading of Edith Wharton's Roman Fever earlier in January.  Ghent Playhouse Artistic Director Cathy Lee-Visscher, Roman Fever Producer Vivian Wachsberger and Board President Linda Murawski were also on hand for the presentation.

“We try each Season to give back to the community that has supported us throughout the years”, said President Linda Murawski.  “Community theater only survives with the support of the community.” 

This Benefit production of Roman Fever was made possible by those donating their time and skills: Producer Vivian Wachsberger who also  adapted the story for our stage,  The Cast -  Meg Dooley, Dianne Hobden,  Wendy Power Spielmann, and all the behind-the-scenes volunteers.

If you missed the production and would like to donate, checks may be mailed to Columbia County EMS Education, 85 Industrial Tract, Hudson, NY  12534.   For more information on the program, visit their website at ccemscoordinator.com

For information on The Ghent Playhouse and upcoming shows, visit ghentplayhouse.org 

And, as always, The Ghent Playhouse thanks their wonderful patrons for their support!

GHENT PLAYHOUSE SEEKING DIRECTORS FOR 2026-2027 SEASON

The Ghent Playhouse is looking for directors for its upcoming season, interested in directing in any and all genres:  comedy, drama, musical, farce, etc.

Interested directors are asked to submit a resume and up to three production proposals for its 2026-2027 theater season, along with copies of scripts you would like us to consider.  Submissions may be sent via email to Artistic Director, Cathy Lee-Visscher at cathyleevisscher@gmail.com or by mail to 111 Novak Road; Valatie, NY 12184.  Any questions may also be directed to Cathy Lee-Visscher. 

Deadline for submissions is March 15, 2026.  

The Ghent Playhouse, now in its 51st year, is an award-winning, non-profit, volunteer-run community theater that draws from all around the Hudson Valley and beyond.  

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Ghent, NY 12075

518.392.6264

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PERFORMANCE TIMES
Friday & Saturdays  7:30 pm
Sunday Matinees  2:00 pm


TICKET PRICES
$23 Members
$28 Non-members
$12 Students

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