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Charles Condomine, a successful novelist who is doing research, engages Madame Arcati to hold the séance to help him learn about the occult for his next novel. Following Elvira’s arrival, the home of Charles and his new bride, Ruth, is soon turned into a shambles as Elvira torments the couple. Elvira, who Ruth cannot see, does everything she can to disrupt Charles’s and Ruth’s marriage.  In a twist, Ruth soon joins Elvira’s world, and returns for revenge on Elvira. The comedic problems escalate through séance after séance and innumerable spells. And, of course, you will have to attend a performance for the surprising outcome.

The cast includes: Kathy Reilly, Gail Connelly, Mike Conant, Deb Robarge, Jeffrey Squire, Fran Kemp; and, her first time with the Walpole Players (and her first time on stage since high school) convincingly playing Elvira is Samaira Aldrich.

Tickets can be purchased in advance for the Players’ production of Blithe Spirit at Joanie Joan’s Baked Goods Co., Galloway Real Estate, and the Walpole Artisans Cooperative in Walpole, and Village Booksellers in Bellows Falls. Tickets (Adults-$10; under 12-$5) will also be available at the door.