Write a commentThe fall Oswego Players production of "On Borrowed Time," directed by Richard Mosher, will feature his father, Wayne Mosher, Jr., in the lead role of "Gramps."
Lionel Barrymore originated the part on Broadway, even though wheelchair bound. Peter Mahan will assume the character of Mr. Brink (aka the "Grim Reaper"). On Broadway, it was Cedric Hardwicke who claimed it as his favorite role.
As the time of Gramps' demise approaches, he is not about to "go gentle into that good night." The play details how he duels with and traps death and the consequences of that action, particularly as affects his beloved grandson, Pud, played by Matthew Oldenburg.
Both Mosher and Mahan have impressive acting credits, both with the Players and the Oswego Children's Theater. These are challenging roles, but both men are willing and able to take them on.
Supporting cast members are Anne Raynor, Joni Anderson, Beverly Murtha, Charlie Stoutenger, Jim Oldenburg, Kyle Walton, Jonathan C. Altman, Norman Berlin, Troy Pepper and Tippy (Betty the Dog).
This sensitive drama will open at 8 p.m., Friday, Nov. 15 in the Frances Marion Brown Theatre in the Oswego Arts Center at Fort Ontario. Performances will continue at 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 16 and the following weekend at 8 p.m., Nov. 22-23, with a 2 p.m. matinee Sunday, Nov. 24.
Tickets are $10/adults, $8/seniors and $7/students. Reservations are recommended, and can be made at the Players' Box Office at 315-343-5138.
Support has been generously provided by Pathfinder Bank toward the Oswego Players' 75th season productions.
For more information, visit the Oswego Players website at www.oswegoplayers.org.
