Community Corner
"Letters to Sala" - Onstage at the MJCCA
Stage Door Players and the Marcus Jewish Community Center of
Atlanta (MJCCA) are pleased to announce the Atlanta premiere of, the play, “LETTERS TO SALA,” running onstage April 23 –27, 2014 at the MJCCA (5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody). The play, by Arlene Hutton, reveals the extraordinary story of Sala Garncarz Kirschner’s survival and courage
during the Holocaust.
For information, call 678.812.4000, or kim.goodfriend@atlantajcc.org, or visit www.atlantajcc.org.
The Play - “LETTERS TO SALA”
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Sala Garncarz
was 16 years old in 1940 when she was sent from her home to Geppersdorf, a German forced labor camp. After liberation in 1945, she came to America as a war bride and never spoke of her wartime experience. In 1991, on the eve of major surgery, the 67-year-old grandmother revealed more than 300 letters
and photos, collected and hidden as she survived five years and seven Nazi
labor camps.
With dialogue
taken directly from actual letters, the production features a stellar cast of
Atlanta talent with Susan Shalhoub Larkin as Sala; Rachel Garner as Sala’s
daughter, Ann; and Rachel Frawley as young Sala. The Aurora Theatre’s Jaclyn Hofmann directs the Atlanta premiere. The production will feature a set design by Chuck Welcome, lights by J.D. Williams, and costume design by Anna Jenny.
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The production opens Thurs., April 24 at 8:00 pm (a reduced-price
preview precedes the opening night on Wednesday, April 23 at 8pm). This limited
run continues with performances on Fri. April 25 at 12:00 noon; Sat. April 26
at 8:00 pm; and Sun. April 27 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $15-$27, with
discounts for students, seniors, groups, MJCCA members, and SDP
subscribers.
About Nazi
Labor Camps
Sala’s story
takes place against the backdrop of the Nazi occupation of Poland, the
ghettoization of Jews, and their deportation to slave labor camps. In contrast to concentration or death camps, labor camps, which numbered in the thousands, were established to support and supply the Nazi regime.
Sala’s
Daughter, Ann Kirschner
Both the play
and exhibition are inspired by Sala’s Gift: My Mother’s Holocaust Story
(Simon and Schuster) by Ann Kirschner, daughter of Sala Garncarz Kirschner.
"My family
and I are delighted that the public has the opportunity to experience my
mother's incredible story of survival and courage," said Ann Kirschner.
"When the world seemed entirely hostile, a young girl found refuge and
hope in these remarkable letters written by her family and friends. Their words
have now been preserved and made available in ways that will help future
generations understand the lessons of the past."
About Stage
Door Players
Now celebrating its 40th season, Stage Door Players is
dedicated to bringing professional theatre to the Greater Metropolitan Atlanta
area. With continued emphasis on quality productions, Stage Door Players is
committed to expanding the theatrical knowledge and experience of both its
audiences and the on stage talent.
About the Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA)The Marcus
Jewish Community Center of Atlanta (MJCCA) is committed to strengthening the quality of life in Atlanta and is recognized as one of the most highly-regarded
Jewish community centers in the nation. From preschoolers and teens, to young adults and seniors – the MJCCA offers unique and engaging programs, events, and services for every member of the community.
More
Information about “LETTERS TO SALA”
Contact:
Kim Goodfriend, MJCCA:
678.812.4071, kim.oodfriend@atlantajcc.org.
Robert Egizio, SDP: stagedoorplayers@bellsouth.net, 770-396-1726, ext 7
Visit on-line: ww.atlantajcc.org.
