(MAPLEWOOD, NJ) -- The Strollers presents the World Premiere of Beethoven's Wrong Note: A Steampunk Opera across two weekends (May 9-19, 2024). This is a light-hearted look behind the scenes as Beethoven attempts to write "the greatest opera yet written!" 

Blending opera, pop-rock, and featuring the music of Ludwig van Beethoven, Beethoven's Wrong Note will get you to party like it's 1804!  Suitable for all ages. Featuring a Book and Lyrics by Jay Stephenson and Music by Ludwig van Beethoven.

The production features Direction by Jay Stephenson and Musical Direction by James Higgins. The cast features Luke Basile, Jillana Kucey, Mollie McLoughlin, Frankie Mendoza, Monica Niemi, Katy Reiser, Jay Stephenson, Kimberley Stephenson, Jack Anderson White, and Riad Ymeri.

The production team also includes: Stage Managed by Odarka Stockert; Produced & Choreographed by Carol Cornicelli; Set Design by Stephen Crooks; Set Construction by Ken Lordy; Props by Yvonne Perry; and Projections by Xavier Vassallo.

Performances take place May 9th, 10th, 11th, 16th, 17th, and 18th at 8:00pm; May 12th and 19th at 2:00pm. All performances take place at the Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts (10 Durand Road) in Maplewood, New Jersey. Tickets are available for purchase online.

The Strollers is a community theater troupe in Maplewood, New Jersey. They have been in continuous operation since 1932. Each year they produce a season of two plays and a musical, as well as a children's theater production in midwinter. They welcome anyone with an interest in the arts and a willingness to work toward a common goal, whether onstage or behind the scenes. Their diverse membership includes people of all ages and from all walks of life. Whether you have always been a theater person or just enjoy the fun of working on a creative project, The Strollers welcomes you.

Their monthly meetings include a workshop program, providing first-time playwrights and directors a forum for showcasing and experimenting with new works and ideas. Workshops also offer actors opportunities to perform in somewhat more casual and less time-consuming venues than a full play may demand.