East Hampton - The Mulford Repertory Theatre returns to the bucolic setting of the Mulford Barn this summer to present two comic works in repertory: "The Tale of the Allergist's Wife" by Charles Busch and "Miss Electricity" by Kathryn Walat. Now in their fourth season as an Equity repertory company, Mulford Rep is highly regarded as a talented and accomplished ensemble of professional actors, gifted with cunning comic timing steeped in well-seasoned acting bravado. Under the inventive artistic direction of Kate Mueth, the Mulford Rep Theatre promises to once again fill the historic 1721 Mulford Barn with laughter and invites East End residents and summer visitors to a fun filled evening of mirth while visiting our local treasure, the Mulford Farm Museum, one of New York's most significant English Colonial Farmsteads.

"The idea of getting an audience to experience both an amazing 18th century structure while rolling in laughter at a play seemed like a great way to introduce a new venue to people not familiar with the Mulford Farm Museum," said Richard Barons, Executive Director of the East Hampton Historical Society, sponsor of the theater company. The ancient wooden beams of the barn, the beautiful grassy lawns, the colonial farmstead outbuilding situated in the middle of East Hampton's Main Street historic district creates a magical backdrop for an eve that is both exciting and dreamy, an experience that is in sync with East Hampton Historical Society's support of Mulford Rep's mission: to provide accessible professional theatrical productions in an historic setting for children and adults.and Mulford Rep delivers just that - with two comic productions that will be performed on alternate evenings, sure to entertain and delight!

"The Tale of the Allergist's Wife," written by Busch, explores the Upper West Side milieu of aspiring intellectual and middle-aged upper class matron Marjorie Taub (Mueth, her loving but ineffectual doctor husband (Josh Gladstone), the sudden reappearance of her childhood friend (Licia James Zegar) who seems to have had the life that Marjorie only dreamed of. Throw in Marjorie's shrew of a mother (Lydia Franco Hodges) and a watchful doorman (Joe DeSane) and the ridiculous unravels! This devilishly funny production is geared for adult sensibilities.


The preview performance is on Friday, August 12, 2011, opening night is August 16, 2011 and it runs August 18, 20, 24, 26, 28, 30, September 1 and 3, 2011. Performances are at 7:30 p.m.

"Miss Electricity," by Walat, is a colorful and fast-paced comedy for young audiences. Ten-year-old Violet (Licia James Zegar) is determined to show the world, not to mention the cool kids at school, just how special she is. With the help of her best friend Freddy (Joe DeSane), Violet sets out to break a world record - any record - so she can prove to her classmates (Lydia Franco Hodges, and Devon Leaver) how extraordinary she is. And just when things seem hopeless, something electric happens that changes Violet's and Freddy's lives and friendship forever. The preview performance is on Friday, August 13, 2011, opening night is August 17, 2011 and it runs August 19, 21, 25, 27, 31, September 2 and 4, 2011. Performances are at 6 p.m.

Seating is limited to 50 per performance. Advance ticketing is strongly recommended. Advance tickets at TheaterMania at 866-811-4111 or at online. Price is $20 in advance; $25 at the door.

Come early and bring a picnic, libations of choice, blanket and enjoy the beautiful grounds of Mulford Farm before the show. Gates open at 5 p.m.

The East Hampton Historical Society is more than just a group of venerable historic house museums. Our intent is to breathe life into our historic sites. We encourage East Hampton residents and guests to visit our celebrated sites and experience first-hand historic re-enactments, contemporary dance performances, exhibitions, walking tours or theatrical works. Whether we use a stage, classroom or an open hearth - we'll make history entertaining as well as educational!

The East Hampton Historical Society is a proud sponsor of the Mulford Repertory Theatre, which offers the community a chance to experience the beauty of our historic Mulford Barn through professionally produced plays. Plus tickets are affordable and the show is really funny.

The Mulford Barn, constructed in 1721, is one of the most intact early 18th century English-plan barn forms in New York State and is recognized as an outstanding example of early 18th century construction methods and materials. The location of the barn also provides insight into the history of settlement patterns in this region of New York. The Mulford Barn was evaluated by the State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation in 1990 and deemed the second most important 18th century barn in New York State.