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PAAC provides dark and comedic 80's nostalgia with performances of "Heathers the Musical"

'Heathers the Musical' opens Thursday, May 2nd at the Masonic Theater in downtown Marquette.
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'Heathers the Musical' opens Thursday, May 2nd at the Masonic Theater in downtown Marquette.

An interview with Han Numinen and Eliisa Gladwell

"The extreme always seems to make an impression."

The Peninsula Arts Appreciation Council will present "Heathers the Musical," opening on Thursday, May 2nd. The show is based on the 1988 film of the same title starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater. The dark and comedic story stars brainy misfit Veronica Sawyer who must contend with the biggest clique at Westerberg High, the Heathers. The film was adapted into musical form with music, lyrics and book by Laurence O'Keefe and Kevin Murphy.

"Heathers the Musical" opens Thursday, May 2nd
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"Heathers the Musical" opens Thursday, May 2nd

With the Vista Theater in Negaunee currently out of commission, PAAC's performances of "Heathers" will take place at the U.P. Masonic Center Red Room in Marquette, Michigan. This will be the first full-length production since the Vista's roof collapse in 2020.

Kurt Hauswirth spoke with Han Numinen (Veronica) and Eliisa Gladwell (McNamera) about the show:

A conversation with Han Numinen and Eliisa Gladwell

"Heathers the Musical" performances take place Thursday, May 2nd, Friday, May 3rd, and Saturday, May 4th at 7 pm.

Children under the age of 17 are suggested to be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian as this show contains adult material such as harsh language, violence, drugs, and sexually suggestive themes.

Visit the Vista Theater/PAAC website for tickets and more information.

Kurt lives in Marquette with his family and can’t imagine living anywhere else. He loves music, games, running, being near water, and a fine cold brew coffee.
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