At the Quonochotaug Grange
From Eden Casteel, 401-932-5589/eecasteel@me.com
A celebration of Quonochontaug culture and Rhode Island
customs, “Quonnie The Musical” returns to the Quonochontaug Grange for
the sixth and final production in August. Full of catchy songs, hilarious
jokes, and tributes to favorite summer traditions, “Quonnie The Musical” is
performed by an all-ages cast.
This year’s musical will be presented August 12 and 13 at 7pm at the Quonnie
Grange, 5664 Post Road in Charlestown. As always, some proceeds from the
musical benefit local Quonnie nonprofits.
Each year’s scenes and songs are slightly different, but all
are linked to Quonochontaug, a tiny beach hamlet in southern Charlestown, RI.
“Each year we pay homage to Rhode Island’s foods, local
customs, and history,” said writer and director Eden Casteel.
"We even serenade our local beach rocks. Every year we
retell the slightly scandalous tale of Quonnie’s (probably) illegal sale, and
what happened later. It’s a really good story. Quonnie is full of really good
stories! Our audiences and actors tell us they always learn something new and
find it entertaining and fun.”
The Quonochontaug Grange is air-conditioned and
wheelchair-accessible. Tickets can be purchased at the door or online by
visiting www.quonniethemusical.com.