WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL
BROADWAY JOY COMES TO NEW PALTZ!
Join us for WAITRESS: THE MUSICAL — the hit Broadway show captured live on stage, starring Sara Bareilles — at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20 at New Connexions United Methodist Church (formerly New Paltz United Methodist Church), 1 Grove St., New Paltz.
In the story, Jenna Hunterson is a gifted pie maker and waitress stuck in a marriage that has worn her down. When a county baking contest offers a rare chance to change her life, Jenna finds hope, courage, and the strength to reclaim the part of herself she thought was gone for good — with the help of her fellow waitresses and an unexpected romance.
Critics call the film:
• “The perfect treat this holiday season.” — Collider
• “Captures the energy previously only experienced by theatergoers in person.” — United Press International
• “And now I am hungry for pie.” — Edge Media Network
Event details
• Film runs 2h 24m, not rated
• Subtitles included
• Discussion and refreshments after the screening
• Suggested donation: $10 (ages 12+)
The screening — which will include subtitles — will be followed by a discussion. Refreshments will be served.
Watch the trailer: tinyurl.com/Waitress-Musical-MoviesWSpirit
The monthly film series, organized by Gerry Harrington of Kingston, features stories that explore connection, compassion and the search for meaning. It respects all cultures and beliefs but isn’t bound by any single one, pointing instead to universal themes that connect us all.
Screenings take place in diverse places of worship and culture in Ulster County at 7 p.m. generally on the third Saturday of every month. Movies With Spirit has no religious affiliation.
For more information, visit tinyurl.com/Waitress-MoviesWithSpirit. Or call Harrington at 845-389-9201 or email gerryharrington@mindspring.com. Learn more on the Movies With Spirit Facebook page, tinyurl.com/MoviesWithSpiritFacebookPage.
