In this original, delightfully askew, musical look at the first Christmas, Jeff Raught and Ted Swartz weave original songs, inspired piano playing and comedic theater around a new look at familiar Christmas stories. Finding the humor and humanity in biblical stories has long been a hallmark of Ted & Company. So what did Zechariah sound like before his temper rendered him mute? Did Gabriel ever tire of needing to tell people to "Fear not"? Did Mary ever......
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Show time: Saturday Dec 7, 7:30pm (doors open at 6:30)
This is a benefit for Meals on Wheels Lancaster. Tickets here!
The Players
Ted Swartz (performer)
Ted is a writer, performer, producer, and chaser of goosebumps who has been mucking around in the worlds of the sacred and profane for over 30 years. He has a lifelong curiosity around laughter — the spiritual, delicious social lubricant that proclaims, "you are safe here.” He is the creator or co-creator of more than a dozen plays, performing across the US and in other countries.
Recently he wrote and performed in the new film No Feeling is Final, released in 2021. His one man show “Life is a Comedy” also premiered in 2021, and he continues to tour Holy Surprises and the Christmas show Just Give ‘Em The News with co-creator Jeff. Ted is also developing a show on the Enneagram, with co-creator Michelle Milne.
In addition to acting in solo and multiple cast original shows, Ted is an accomplished speaker and teacher, melding theater, comedy, creativity, and soul in engaging presentations. He is the founder and Executive Director of Center for Art, Humor, and Soul.
Jeff Raught (Performer)
Jeff's been noodling around music and theater for many years. Seeking the laughter that we all need and sharing it in his own unique way. Through song, stories, the piano and so much more.. He has performed in various theater productions but most recently has co-written music and shows with Ted Swartz/Ted & Co. Jeff and Cindy have family in Lancaster, PA and Rochester NY, and also have Aunt Ceil's 04 Buick and a six hole miniature golf course in the backyard. Take a moment to learn more about Jeff at www.jeffraught.com, and invite him to your next event.