Through a collaboration between Newtown Chamber of Commerce and The Town Players of Newtown a free backstage look into the world of performing arts is being offered on Wednesday, July 29, from 6:30 to 8 pm, at The Little Theatre, 18 Orchard Hill Road.

This special event is being offered as a sneak preview before the Town Players’s “Hot August Nights — An Evening of One-Acts,” a series of one-act plays written by both established authors and budding playwrights, debuts on July 31.

Attendees will be treated to the dress rehearsal of this performance after the private tour of the theater. Wine and refreshments will also be available.

There is no cost for this event and it is open for all ages.

“Hot August Nights”

“Hot August Nights — An Evening of One Acts” will run for two weekends, July 31-August 8. Each evening will present performances of The Problem by AR Gurney, The Proposal by Anton Chekhov; Porch by Jack Heifner; Wanted for Dinner, an original play written by Newtown resident Elizabeth Young; and Lovely Letters, an original play written by Bethel resident Michael Giuliano.

Directors are Sherry Asch, Timothy Huebenthal, Terry Polvay, and Terry Sagedy.

The production features the talents of Ms Asch, Sam Bass, Bryn Berg, Sherri Bresson, Shawn Brown, Bryelle Burgus, Christopher Cooney, Brian DeToma, Miles Everett, Jennifer Ju, Pam Meister, Roberto Perez, and Danette Riso.

Curtain for “Hot August Nights – One Acts” will be Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, with one 2 pm Sunday matinee on August 2.

Tickets are $18, $10 children 10 and under for all performances. Please note that this production may not be considered suitable for younger children.

Reservations can be made by calling the box office at 203-270-9144 or by sending an email to reservations@newtownplayers.org.

For further information, visit www.newtownplayers.org.