50 years on: A new beginning for the Mac-Haydn Theatre

Chatham, NY – April 2, 2019

The Mac-Haydn Theatre heads into its 51st season of summer theatre with new leadership and a revived commitment to the organization’s founding principles.

Producing Artistic Director John Saunders

Producing Artistic Director John Saunders

“We are very excited to continue building on our wonderful legacy,” says producing artistic director John Saunders. “What Lynne and Linda created here in Chatham is something very special. It was a dreadful blow when we lost Lynne last year.” Lynne Haydn, a co-founder of the theatre, died last year, leaving Saunders in the principal leadership role.

Saunders isn’t afraid to shed light on the challenges. “It is a huge responsibility, particularly given the circumstances. I was extremely close to Lynne, I mean, she was my mentor and dear friend. But, Lynne left me feeling very prepared and confident to move the organization into our next 50 years. Our board of directors, led by Paul Colarusso Jr., have been extremely supportive, and I am very excited about our future plans and prospects. We have an exciting staffing restructure in process and have brought in some excellent personnel for the Summer 2019 season. I know it is going to be one of our best.”

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Little Shop Of Horrors

August 8 – August 18

Season Ended

Get ready for this beloved and out-of-this-world comedy. Down on skid row we meet the meek and lovable Seymour Krelborn where he discovers a carnivorous plant that needs more than plant food to grow—it needs blood. And has plans for total world domination! This smash hit sci-fi musical will crash like a meteorite onto the stage and satisfy every appetite.

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