Albright Theatre in Batavia to stage ‘Blithe Spirit’ comedy as first play of 2022

Albright Community Theatre will launch the 2022 season on a comedic note with “Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward, running weekends from Feb. 18 through March 5.

This classic comedy follows fussy, cantankerous novelist Charles Condomine, who has remarried following the death of his first wife, Elvira. When a peculiar seance summons his late wife’s ghost, Charles is forced to deal with his past.

“It combines humor, the supernatural, and an eclectic psychic into a delightful package that will leave the audience charmed,” Director Nick Schaeffler of Warrenville said in a news release. “Noel Coward’s script is exquisite, and the actors really bring it to life. I’m just excited for people to see it.”

Cast members include Connor Murray of Geneva as Charles; Paige Woods of Schaumburg as Ruth; Dianne Wawrzyniak of Rolling Meadows as Madame Arcati; Rhys Read of Des Plaines as Dr. Bradman; Judy Swanson of Sugar Grove as Mrs. Bradman; Sylmarie Soto of Naperville as Elvira; and Nikki Harris of Montgomery as Edith. Erin Cauley of South Elgin is stage manager.

Performances begin at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, Feb. 18 to March 5, with a matinee at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27. All audience members will be required to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19.

Tickets cost $22 for adults, and $17 for students and seniors over 65 years old, and can be purchased at albrighttheatre.com/tickets. Tickets are also available for cash or credit card purchase at the box office while seats are available. Reservations are recommended. For more information, contact the box office at 630-406-8838.

Founded in 1974, the Albright is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization that is entirely volunteer driven.

The theater is at 100 N. Island Ave., Batavia, on the third floor of the Batavia Government Center at the Batavia Riverwalk.