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The arts are back at the Milton Theatre, which will reopen Jan. 22 after closing indefinitely in December.
The theater announced the reopening via Facebook on Friday, Jan. 8. Ticket sales began Monday, Jan. 11, and spokesman John Paul Lacap said the day now holds the record for the most ticket sales in Milton Theatre history. About 50 were sold in the first hour, according to Lacap. I think that reflects on the confidence of people in us, that we re not going anywhere, Lacap said.
The reopening lineup includes a stand-up comedy show, yacht rocker Boat House Row and The Music of Judy Garland with Broadway s Grace Field.
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“We try to be really hopeful,” said Fred Munzert, director of the Milton Theatre. “But this time we just can’t give people an answer.”
The theatre announced it will close indefinitely in a Dec. 14 email to patrons.
“The theatre was at limited capacity since reopening in June with events and operations modified in accordance with state regulations,” the email states. “But with new restrictions, it is no longer viable for the venue, performers, and contractors to remain open.”
The Milton Theatre has seen a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs since opening over a century ago, but has climbed to new heights since Munzert came on board in 2014. Last year alone, the theatre hosted about 400 events attended by more than 60,000 people, Munzert said.