Actors Shakespeare Company to Stage Reading of Jules Verne's FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON

ELIZABETH, N.J. - Oct. 2, 2016 - PRLog -- Just in time for Halloween, the Actors Equity Association professional Actors Shakespeare Company, in residence at the historic Snyder Academy in Elizabeth, New Jersey, will present a staged reading of Jules Verne's acclaimed 1865 science-fiction adventure FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON on Saturday, October 29th at 3:00pm.  Follow five actors portraying dozens of characters as they attempt to launch the Columbiad to the moon with humorous, sobering and surprising results.

Adapted for the stage by James Rana and directed by Jennifer America, the cast includes: Lynn Battaglia, Alan Dronek, Michael Hajek, Timur Kocak, and Paul Sugarman.

Following the reading will be a family friendly Halloween reception. Children are encouraged to come in costume.  No advance reservations necessary.

Both events are free and open to the public. The Snyder Academy is located at 42 Broad Street in Elizabeth, New Jersey. For further information, visit the Actors Shakespeare Company's website at http://www.ascnj.org or call (609) 807-8258.