'The Bakers Wife' Cooks Up Delight at the Ridgefield Theater Barn

The charming musical production of The Bakers Wife is currently at the Ridgefield Theater Barn until June 22, 2024.

Inspired by the 1938 French film, La femme du boulanger, the musical was created by Tony Award-winning playwright Joseph Stein (Fiddler on the Roof), with music and lyrics by award-winning musical composer and lyricist, Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Wicked, Pippin). The production is directed by Rena Gavigan, with musical direction by Sarah Fox.

The show fuses comedy, music, and emotional moments in this cult classic musical. Set in 1935, the arrival of a new baker and his younger wife turn a provincial French village upside down.

The production showcases a strong ensemble. Cast members: Joe Harding (Aimable), Claire Simard (Genevieve), Catherine Cavender (Denise), Bill Warncke (Claude), Tara Bahna-James (Hortense), Mathew Donovan (Barnaby), Denise Milmerstadt (Therese), Eric Novak (Antoine), Alan Partelow-Zika (Dominque), Hannah Rapaglia (Philippe), Rob Mayette (teacher), Robert Roda (priest), Chris Partelow-Zika (Marquis), Mel McGuire (Simone), Normita Ramchandani (Inez), and Jennifer DeLancey Agro (PomPom).

Performances will take place Friday and Saturday evenings from May 31st through June 22nd at 8pm, with Sunday matinees June 9th and 16th at 5pm. Seating is cabaret-style, and the audience is invited to bring food and drinks (concessions are also available). Doors open one hour prior to curtain. The June 21st performance will be an alcohol-free evening.

Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org. Discounts are available for seniors, students, and veterans. Sunday, June 9th is a “Pay-What-You-Want” matinee. Visit ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org for more information.

Address:

The Ridgefield Theater Barn37 Halpin Lane

Ridgefield CT 06877

Phone: 203.431.9850

Website and tickets : https://ridgefieldtheaterbarn.org/