"The Queen of Bingo" Bringing Laughs to Arts Center Theatre

Marco Island Center for the Arts is excited to announce the transformation of its Arts Center Theatre into a whimsical setting reminiscent of a parochial school multi-function room. Get ready for an evening filled with laughter and heartwarming moments as "The Queen of Bingo" takes center stage.

Father "Mac" Muldoon, portrayed by the talented Gregg Birr, will be the evening caller in this delightful production. The play's central characters, Sis (Diana Back) and Babe (Cindy Rea), two middle-aged sisters, embark on a journey of bingo, companionship, and the challenges of battling loneliness. Sis kicks off the game by arranging her numerous good luck charms, creating a secular altar on the table, while Babe reveals her compulsive struggle with the never-ending battle of the bulge.

Directed by Carl S. Back, a seasoned community theatre veteran, the laugh-filled extravaganza unfolds with depth and meaning beyond its comedic surface. Back expresses his admiration for the cast, stating, "Our production has been blessed to have a cast of three actors who are wonderful to work with and very professional. They have taken a comedy and added depth and meaning to a script which is beyond what first appears."

The play explores themes such as body image, addiction, gossip, sisterhood, religion, and self-love. Back notes, "Truly, it has been my honor to watch these folks blossom in rehearsal. Now, I can hardly wait for opening night!"

Audiences are invited to join the cast of offbeat and colorful BINGO regulars as they gossip, giggle, and reminisce about days past. As an interactive treat, the audience can participate in the "Middle Bird Special" – a real Bingo game where a lucky audience member wins at every performance.

"The Queen of Bingo" will be open from February 7 through February 25, 2024, at Marco Island Center for the Arts’ Arts Center Theatre in Marco Town Center. Tickets are available online at https://www.marcoislandart.org/ or by calling 239-394-4221. Don't miss this entertaining and heartwarming production that promises an unforgettable experience for all.