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Lucas’ iconic American Graffiti (1973), and Actress Cindy Williams, best known for Francis Ford Coppola's The Conversation starring in the television situation-comedy (1974) starring Gene Hackman. series Laverne 8: Shirley (1976 to 1982), will Her television appearances include Room play the lead role of Charlotte Hay in Dmy- 222, Nanny and the Professor, Happy Days. ton Entertainment’s backstage comedy and love American Style. amongst dozens of Moon Over Buffalo. others The production runs at the St. lacobs Williams' considerable talents also trans- Country Playhouse in Waterloo from Aug. 5 late behind the camera. as co-producer of ‘ to Aug. 22, following a engagement at the the smash hits Father of the Bride and Father King‘s Wharf Theatre in Penetanguishene. of the Bride ll, both starring Steve Martin. In making the announcement. Alex Mus- Williams made her Broadway debut as takas. artistic director of Drayton Entertain- daffy “Mrs. Tottendale" in the award»win~ ment noted. “Cindy Williams' universal ning musical The Drowsy Chaperone at the to S e rV 6 yo u bette r appeal and impressive acting credentials will Marquis Theatre in December, 2007. She has ' certainly engage loyal theatregoers as well as also performed in the national tours of cultivate new audiences at the St‘ Jacobs Grease, Deathtrap and Moon Over Buffalo. Country Playhouse.” “1 have known Cindy for the past decade. laveme and Shirley was an iconic televi- ever since l directed her in Moon Over Buffa~ ~ sion series that defined the 19705. Williams lo at Stage West in Mississauga.” said Mus- became famous playing the role of the takes. eponymous Shirley Feeney. “She is a dynamic presence on stage, and The series explored the antics of best I am excited for audiences to witness her friends and roommates coping with dates, brilliant comedic timing in our intimate neighbours and each other. venue." » With appearances in 19 big budget Tickets are on sale now through the Dray- movies. Williams' distinguished film career ton Entertainment Box Office at 1-888-449- includes George Cukor’s Travels with My 4463‘ F n o o Donations roll in for Rock and Read or your com/en 'ence - Donations from more than 70 of today's hottest country music stars have started to arrive Wammmw the CIBC Conestoga Mall The autographed items will be the focal point of a unique fundraising auction for family and children's literacy in October 2009. 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