Milton Pride Week announced for June 6 to 9
The Milton Theatre announced another Sussex County milestone as it partners with CAMP Rehoboth Community Center for the inaugural Milton Pride Week from Thursday, June 6 to Sunday, June 9. All events will take place at Milton Theatre. This year’s theme is Diversity, Love, Community.
Pride events will feature representation from various LGBTQ organizations in southern Delaware including Rehoboth PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays), Cape Henlopen High School’s GSA Club, Delaware Pride, Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Delaware and many more.
Milton Pride Week will feature several events with a pre-show dance party featuring DJ Jamie Fox, a pride-themed photo wall, and information booths manned by representatives from partner organizations. Exclusive Milton Pride merchandise will be available for purchase. A portion of the ticket price to all events will be donated to CAMP Rehoboth Community Center.
“Boy Erased” will be screened at 7 p.m., Thursday, June 6. Jared Eamons, the son of a Baptist pastor in a small town, must overcome the fallout after being outed as gay to his parents. His father and mother struggle to reconcile their love for their son with their beliefs. Fearing a loss of family, friends and community, Jared is pressured into attending a conversion therapy program. Attendees under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Rehoboth Beach drag superstar Magnolia Applebottom will host “Born This Way: A Pride Drag Show” at 8 p.m., Friday, June 7. She will be joined by special guests Sue Nami and Ivy Austin for an evening of laughter and memorable performances not to be missed.
”Queen Flash: A Tribute To Queen” will be presented at 3 and 8 p.m., Saturday, June 8. This fabulous six-piece Queen tribute is an exciting, high-energy show that will get people out of their seats. “Queen Flash” is a grand, theatrical representation of the real Queen concerts, complete with vocal quality unmatched by any other tribute out there. It captures the essence of a band that transformed the music industry and set lofty standards for those who followed.
Celebration of Life featuring Christine Havrilla & Gypsy Fuzz, along with Meredith Rounsley is set for 7 p.m., Sunday, June 9. Havrilla brings her well-built, smart and catchy tunes to audiences everywhere, touring nationally with the support of her band, Gypsy Fuzz. With a warm, soulful voice and easygoing stage presence, Rounsley has been captivating audiences near and far for years. Whether performing solo with her acoustic guitar or with a full band, her original music and inventive covers resonate with audiences. This event will also feature some notable special guests who will give uplifting messages to the community.
For more information or to purchase tickets, go to www.MiltonTheatre.com or call 302-684-3038.
