Friends of Long Beach Animals is hosting a benefit at the Long Beach Playhouse Thursday, May 29 at 7:30 p.m. with a production of Gift of Murder, a comic thriller written by George Batson and directed by Dale Jones.
The play involves the famous actress Stella Cavendish, who, accompanied by her attractive young niece, is recuperating from a hectic season and a bit too much high living. They are looked after by a housekeeper named Wimpi and are soon joined by Stella’s producer/would-be suitor and her fellow actress/arch rival.
Tickets for the event are $25 and are available at: Belmont Pets & LaunderPet, 3429 E. Broadway; Bixby Knolls LaunderPet, 4102 Orange Ave., # 113; Go Dogs Go, 3440 Los Coyotes Diagonal; Pet Set, 3960 Cherry Avenue; Seal Beach LaunderPet, 318 Main St.; Wiskers, 4818 E. 2nd St. Or call the organization at 988-SNIP (7647). All proceeds benefit Friends of Long Beach Animals.
There will be a reception with refreshments at 6:30 p.m. as well as a silent auction, door prize and raffle. Music by Ralph Brunson.
The Long Beach Playhouse is located at 5021 E. Anaheim Street. Call (562) 494-1616 for more information.
