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Commissioners change fee structure for summer stock, lower ticket prices; local arts groups and ALS recognized
Summary
The county commissioners voted to simplify the fee structure for summer stock performances, lowering most ticket prices; the meeting also included announcements about local theater productions and an ALS awards ceremony.
St. Mary's County commissioners voted in the budget to change the fee structure for the county's summer stock musical, lowering prices for most attendees and moving the production venue this year. The commissioner said adult tickets are now $15 and child tickets $9 and called the price "a bargain."
Why it matters: The fee change reduces out-of-pocket cost for attendees and may affect attendance and program accessibility for local families. The commissioner noted the performance this year will be at Chopticon High School rather than Great Mills High School.
Local arts and community notes: The commissioner encouraged attendance at the Newtowne Players' production of "Freaky Friday" in Lexington Park and praised the cast and live orchestra. The commissioner also attended St. Mary's County Advanced Life Support's 40th annual installation of officers and awards program and thanked the unit for its work. The commissioner promoted the upcoming summer stock production of "Tarzan."
Details and limitations: The transcript states the commission voted to change the fee structure during the budgeting process but does not include the motion language or roll-call vote. The transcript does not include statements from the Newtowne Players, Chopticon High School, or the Advanced Life Support unit beyond the commissioner's announcements and praise.
