Ogdensburg Command Performance 'Shimmer' production moved to March 28

Posted 1/8/21

OGDENSBURG – An Ogdensburg Command Performance production of “Shimmer” that had been set for Jan. 24 has been rescheduled for March 28. The latest lineup change means the first performance of …

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Ogdensburg Command Performance 'Shimmer' production moved to March 28

Posted Friday, January 8, 2021 12:59 pm

OGDENSBURG – An Ogdensburg Command Performance production of “Shimmer” that had been set for Jan. 24 has been rescheduled for March 28.

The latest lineup change means the first performance of the 2021-22 season will begin with a showing of “Forever Young” on Feb. 27 at 4 p.m. at the George Hall Auditorium at Ogdensburg Free Academy.

The latest shift in the 2021-22 season lineup is the result of a continuing lack of clear guidelines from New York State regarding social distancing rules related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We still can’t do anything until we get clear direction from the governor’s office in Albany,” Ogdensburg Command Performance Administrator Sally F. Palao said. “We can’t finish processing tickets until the state gives out the latest rules for attendance and explains the social distancing protocols for public performances.”

She said the lack of clear directions by state officials for public performance venues is frustrating and has made it necessary to again shift the opening date for the upcoming OCP season kickoff.

“It’s very frustrating for us and for the touring companies, and it is equally if not even more frustrating for the public,” she said. “I had four calls just the other day from people wanting to know when we will be presenting.

She added, “It’s important to point out that none of those people wanted their money back for tickets, they just want to get out and get to the shows. They want to know when they can go and what to expect.”

The lingering Covid-19 pandemic and the lack of advice from Albany on public performance guidelines has already forced the Ogdensburg-based theater group to make multiple changes to its new season lineup. The season was originally slated to kick off Dec. 16.

“We’ll keep rolling with the punches the best we can,” Palao said. “I want to thank the public for their patience and support.”

Those with questions about shows and tickets can contact the box office by going to the OCP website at https://ilovetheatre.org/ or by leaving a message at: 315-393-2625 or by email: ocp@ogdensburgk12.org.

Here is a list of shows and times for the OCP 2021-22 season as it stands now:

Forever Young: Saturday, February 27, 2021 – 4 PM