Musical theater returns to the TCAN stage! The TCAN Players return with Ahrens and Flaherty’s Lucky Stiff, February 28th through March 9th, 2025, at The Center for Arts in Natick, 14 Summer Street, Natick. Tickets are $28 with TCAN members eligible for a discount and may be purchased through the box office at 508-647-0097 or online at www.natickarts.org.

Based on the novel, The Man Who Broke the Bank at Monte Carlo by Michael Butterworth, Lucky Stiff is an offbeat, hilarious murder mystery farce, complete with mistaken identities, six million bucks in diamonds and a corpse in a wheelchair. The story revolves around an unassuming English shoe salesman who is forced to take the embalmed body of his recently murdered uncle on a vacation to Monte Carlo. Should he succeed in passing his uncle off as alive, Harry Witherspoon stands to inherit $6,000,000. If not, the money goes to the Universal Dog Home of Brooklyn… or else his uncle’s gun-toting ex! The TCAN Players production is directed by Danielle Woods, with musical direction from Lisa Utzig.

The Center for Arts in Natick is located at 14 Summer Street, Natick, in a restored 1875 firehouse. The theatre is wheelchair accessible.

A Message from Director Danielle Woods

After the challenges of the past few years, I felt compelled to contribute something joyful to the world—something that reminds us why it’s good to be alive. Lucky Stiff is the perfect show for this time, with its heartwarming humor and uplifting message. It’s been an absolute joy working with such an incredible, creative team—Laura, my fantastic stage manager, music director Lisa, and choreographer Jill. Without their commitment and amazing contributions, this production wouldn’t be what it is. What I’ve loved most about this experience is working with the best cast I’ve ever had the privilege of directing. Their talent and energy have made these past few months truly unforgettable.

CAST LIST and Hometown:

Harry Witherspoon – Krishan Oberoi, Medway MA

Annabel Glick – Kristen Sehn, Waltham MA

Rita La Porta – Madison Canfora, Boston MA

Vinnie Di Ruzzio – Patrick French, Westwood MA

Tony Hendon/Luigi Gaudi – Benjamin Madeiros, Jamaica Plain MA

Dominique – Kristin Fehlau, Framingham MA

Uncle Tony – Richard Mandel, Sudbury MA

Ensemble – Shanon Fay, Somerville MA

Ensemble – Andrew Haber, Brookline MA

Ensemble – Carolyn Carfarelli, Dorchester MA

Ensemble – Rebecca Graber, Allston MA