The Marion Art Center Players' summer production, “A Bad Year For Tomatoes,” by John Patrick will open on Thursday, Aug. 6 and through Aug. 7, 8, 14 and 15.

Rex McGraw will direct the two-act comedy in which actress Myra Marlowe (played by Cynthia Latham) attempts to get away from life's demands and write her autobiography in a small New England town. To keep her nosy neighbors at bay she invents a homicidal sister who occasionally escapes.

But trouble multiplies when the local handyman develops an affection for "Sister Sadie" (played by Myra in a wig) and the neighbor ladies try to save demented Sadie's soul. Myra gets rid of Sadie, saying she's gone to Boston, which leads to a murder investigation.

Tickets for this comedic play are $12.50 for members and $15 for general admission. Cabaret tables are available for reserved parties of four or more. Reservations are recommended. All shows start at 7:30pm.

To make a reservation, email marionartcenter@verizon.net and write "Bad Year for Tomatoes" in the subject. In the body of the email include your full name, telephone number for confirmation, the date you will be attending and how many tickets you need. The Art Center will send a confirmation email.

Reservations may also be made by calling 508-748-1266 and leaving the same information.

The Marion Art Center is located at 80 Pleasant Street.