Hi Joey, 

As promised, here’s the info on Gloucester Stage’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream!

Performances start on Tuesday. Family friendly and with a cool Cape Ann twist of Shakespeare set to ‘80s music! 

Thank you so much!!!

Take care, 

Becca 

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM by William Shakespeare

A special family outdoor performance fusing 80’s music, dance, and some serious comedy at the magical setting of Windhover Performing Arts Center in Rockport from July 19- 23

 For Immediate Release (July 13, 2022) Gloucester, MA – – The Gloucester Stage Company is pleased to present a special family outdoor performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare. Brought to life by Gloucester Stage Youth Company and Education Director Katie Oberlander, this enchanting comedy will be staged July 19 through July 22 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, July 23 at 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm. The outdoor performances are under the big tent at the Windhover Performing Arts Center located at 250 Granite Street in Rockport.Shakespeare’s classic is going Dirty Dancing, Back to the Future, and all out 80’s in this family friendly performance. “Camp Athens” is a magical place, especially under the fairy moonlight! Four teenage lovers find out Love is Strange when their partners break things off before the big dance.  Love troubles aren’t just for teenagers, with even the Camp Headmasters falling into a lovers’ quarrel. And if that isn’t enough, the Camp Counselors are trying to rehearse a performance for the Big Dance – to no avail. Add in a magic potion capable of making anyone fall in love with the first person they set eyes on – What could possibly go wrong?

“A Midsummer Night’s Dream is the perfect show for our youth company to present at Windhover’s beautiful outdoor theatre. We’re planning an 80’s theme musical version of the show set in a summer camp, featuring dancing and singing to music of that period,” shared the Director, Katie Oberlander. “Professional actors play key roles alongside our students ages 6-18, and the result is sure to be fun, entertaining, and magical!”

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM will run from Tuesday, July 19 through Friday, July 22 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, July 23 at 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm. The outdoor performances are at the Windhover Performing Arts Center at 250 Granite Street, Rockport. Seating is general admission; the runtime is 90 minutes, appropriate for ages 6+. Tickets are now on sale and available at GloucesterStage.com.

I’d like to thank them for spurring even more sales of the caps.

The charity is now up for grabs and if there is a worthy cause that could use the donation we’d be happy to send it their way since these well heeled folks have deemed that they don’t need our donation. Seeing as they have plenty of dough I’m sure they will come up with a much more sizable donation for the Greg Swinson fitness room to benefit GHS athletes.

It’s nice to know that these people don’t have anything better to protest than a silly piping plover meme but these are the times we live in.

My response:

Buy a cap if you have a smidgen of a sense of humor and can’t stand this elitist bullshit.

Have a nice day and oh by the way, I’m bumping up the percentage of the proceeds from 5% to 20%.

With all the money these elitists have rolling around they should be able to bury my donation.

Win for the fitness room and win for whatever other charity wants to claim it

Have a nice day.

Joey

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There’s something about summer that makes us want to drink pink wine. I don’t mean that sickly sweet stuff that some of us remember from the ‘70s and ‘80s. Modern rosés are crisp, light, flavorful, and dry. And they are perfect for a summer afternoon or evening on the porch, the beach, or the boat. I’ve picked out five rosés for this week’s tasting, which means that along with the four rosés available to taste on our wine tasting machine, you’ll be able to taste nine rosés on Saturday. Come down and find your favorite! — Kathleen

Wines

Casa Canevel Proseco Rosé DOC, Treviso, Italy

Varietals: 85%Glera,15 % pinot noir, Alc. 11%. Located in the finest region for the production of Prosecco, Valdobbiadene, Casa Canevel (meaning small cellar) graces the table with this shimmering rosé spumante. Casa Canevel produces refined sparkling wines from the local Glera grape. The rosé pours a light, golden pink and is fizzy in the glass. Aromas of strawberries, grapefruit, and apples are followed by an elegant acidity and fruit nuances on the palate. Perfect as an aperitif, the wine also pairs well with hors d’oeuvres, fish, and poultry. $17.99

Chateau de Campuget Rosé, Nimes, France

Varietals: 30%Grenache noir, 70% Syrah Alc.13% The Château de Campuget is above all the adventure of a family from the North who came to settle during the World War II, not far from the Mediterranean… in the Costières de Nîmes. Since 1942, a single objective of Chateau Campuget has been to produce Great Wines of the Rhone Valley while respecting terroir and identity. The rolled pebbles of the Rhône, the sun of the South, the Mistral, the Syrah, the Grenache are some fundamental elements that make up the identity of Campuget. Domaine de Campuget dates back to 1640, but they make a very modern rosé. Its color is peony pink, with aromas of red berries and currants. On the palate, raspberry and strawberry flavors blend with a crisp acidity to make a very refreshing glass of wine. Pairs well with picnic foods and anything from the grill. $14.99

Domaine de Capreoles Cossinelle, Beaujolais Villages, France. Varietal: Gamay Alc. 13% Capreoles means vine tendrils, and references the history and tradition of the vertical growth of the vine, the connections between growers and of the relationship to the earth, which is solid granite under the vineyard soil. This family-owned vineyard practices organic farming, and they named their rosé after the ladybugs (cossinelles) their daughter found in the vineyard during their first harvest. The wine is pale pink, with delicate peach and strawberry notes on the nose and palate. Pairs well with summer salads, seafood, and soft cheeses. $19.99

Herdade do Rocim Mariana 2021, Alentejo, Portugal

Varietals: Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Alc.12.5%

Herdade do Rocim is located in the Lower Alentejo region of southern Portugal. The estate was founded in 2000 with the aim of focusing primarily on native varietals. Since purchasing the estate, Catarina Vieira and Pedro Ribeiro have completely regenerated the vineyards and built a new, state-of-the art winery. They planted higher-quality varietals, indigenous and local varieties, and also some international grapes, such as Syrah and Cabernet. They have also recently started to produce olive oil from 90-year-old trees, with the intention of recapturing the traditions of the region. The organic Mariana rosé is a delicate pink color, with red and blue berries on the nose and palate. It is medium-bodied and dry, with an earthy finish, and has good tannic structure, and balanced acidity. Pairs well with fish, shellfish, and pizza. $17.99

Domaine de Fontsainte Gris de Gris Rosé, (Kermit Lynch Selection) Corbières, France. Varietals: 90% Grenache Gris, 5% Carignan, 5% Mouvèdre, Alc. 12.5% The first vineyards at Domaine de Fontsainte, in the Corbières appellation, were planted by the Romans. Artifacts found in these vineyards, such as an old coin dating from the time of Marcus Agrippa in 25 A.D., are a testament to its antiquity. The original domain was built around a thermal spring, which was later named for the local, twelfth-century patron saint, Saint Siméon; hence Fontsainte—the saint’s fount. Yves Laboucarié’s family has been making wine here since the seventeenth century. The Fontsainte vineyards surround the hamlet of Boutenac in the area known as “The Golden Crescent.” This swath of land is one of the sunniest in the appellation of Corbières, enjoying south-southeast exposure, and protection from the cold, northeast winds by a large 500-hectare forest. The cooler sea breezes from the Mediterranean help this sun-soaked terroir achieve balance as well. A full-bodied and lush wine, brimming with strawberry summer fruit, but dry and crisp. Pairs well with shrimp cocktail and salad Niçoise. $17.99

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Kathleen’s Price-Value Gems:

Unique to SAVOUR our three price-value collections, with

each category ($9.99ers – $14.99ers -$19.99ers) offering hundreds of wines

at one price, personally curated by Kathleen, some have limited availability

9.99ers…the quality is taste delivering above-price enjoyment …Value!

14.99ers…exhibiting qualities of complexity…Elevating the Experience!

19.99ers…value laden wines by innovative vintners…Expect Exceptional!

Adding to this Saturday’s wine tasting with Kathleen is Savour’s Everyday Tech Tastings at the North Shore’s Only Digital Wine Machine. Fun to use and enjoy! Taste up to 20 wines with new selections regularly added…& yes, complimentary. Kathleen welcomes your questions for food pairings.

Welcome Your Donation in any amount for Pathways for Children.

Thank You! …Kathleen

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July Savour Wine Tastings!

July 16 – Kathleen Morgan, owner Savour

July 23 – Max Murphy, Owner Tozi (Fine Mexican Wines)

July 30 – Arik Colbath, Charles River Wines

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