Frank Loesser (1910-1969)

A Benefit For The Gary-The Olivia Theater
Where: the Gary-The Olivia Theater
273 Flanders Rd. Bethlehem, CT 06751

Photos from this year's festival (Photos courtesy of Constance Schiano)


(Baby It's Cold Outside)

(Heart and Soul)


(I Hear Music)


(Two Sleepy People)


(Brotherhood of Man)


(Guys And Dolls)

My Time of Day:The Music of Frank Loesser
Sunday, June 6th 2010, 2:30 to 5 pm.

This year's festival featured performing artists fromThe Gary-The Olivia Performing Arts Center and guests in song, dance and dramatic readings celebrating the work of American composer and lyricist Frank Loesser.

It featured jazz pianist-composer Craig Hartley and Trio.

"The young pianist-composer is making waves in the highly competitive
New York City jazz world." Richard Kamins -Courant.com


Craig Hartley, Pianist/Composer

Cheese, Wine & Dessert Reception                             
After the performance, guests were invited to enjoy award winning artisan made cheeses, wines and dessert provided by Artisan Food Store of Southbury and Nutmeg Wines and Spirits of Woodbury and an opportunity to meet the afternoon's performers.

Thank You For Supporting A Local Tradition! Event proceeds will go toward upgrades at The Gary-The Olivia Theater at the Abbey of Regina Laudis.                  




Would you like to be informed about upcoming workshops and  performances at The Gary-The Olivia Performing Arts Center? Are you interested in assisting our productions in the areas of hospitality, box office, set and lighting design? E-mail  your contact information to: info@thegarytheolivia.com and let us know how you would like to participate.

(For any special needs regarding attending performances at The Gary-The Olivia Theater please e-mail us at info@thegarytheolivia.com.)

The Gary-The Olivia Performing Arts Center
at the Abbey of Regina Laudis