Two New Shows Presented by The Open Eye Theater in Margaretville

Written By The Mountain Eagle on 6/20/25 | 6/20/25

MARGARETVILLE – “The Last Day of Dorothy Lillian Phelps" written and performed by Patricia Van Tassel, will take the stage at The Open Eye Theater in Margaretville this Saturday, June 21st at 7PM and Sunday June 22nd at 3PM. Billed as a “new play about living’’ Van Tassel reflects on Dorothy’s “many lives through space and time in an intimate exploration of this universal last moment.” Directed by Sandra Boynton and designed by David Hill, tickets are $20.00 and can be purchased online at theopeneyetheater.org

On Saturday, June 28th, at 7PM, for one night only, The Open Eye Theater presents a family-friendly 75-minute one-man show entitled “Electric’s West Side Story (On The Lower East Side).” Playwright, director, performer, Emmy winner William Electric Black presents his take on the famed musical, highlighting its role today, the issues it presents, and its place in history. Black portrays an array of characters encouraging audience members to become part of the show. Tickets can be purchased for $20 at the theater’s website,theopeneyetheater.org

The Open Eye Theater is located at 960 Main Street.