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Kelsey Theatre to Host Staged Reading, with Orchestra, of New Musical by Lou DiPietro

originally published: 02/11/2025

(WEST WINDSOR, NJ) -- Kelsey Theatre, on the West Windsor Campus of Mercer County Community College (MCCC), will host a one-night only staged reading—complete with a nine-piece orchestra—of the inspiring new musical "It's Never Too Late," presented by Theater to Go on Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 7:30pm.

Written by East Windsor, N.J., resident Lou DiPietro with music by Louis Josephson, “It's Never Too Late” is an electrifying new musical that tells the story of the effect that a brief encounter between two former lovers has on the lives of seven people. Each character struggles to keep their life afloat as they deal with the twists and turns their lives have taken. With a rich tapestry of characters and uplifting music, the show encourages audiences to embrace change and find their true selves, regardless of their age or circumstances.

This one night only event will be presented on Thursday, February 20,  2025, at 7:30pm at the Kelsey Theatre on MCCC’s West Windsor Campus, 1200 Old Trenton Road. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased online at www.kelseytheatre.org or by calling the Kelsey Box Office Monday through Thursday, 9:00am to noon, at (609) 570-3333. Kelsey Theatre is wheelchair accessible, with free parking next to the Theatre.

Participants in the staged reading of “It’s Never Too Late” includes Sami Blake, Caroline Borio, Charlotte Caldejon, Jessa Casner, Patrick Cogan, Randall Carpenter, Neil Devlin, Ryan Harmer, Lauren Pelaia and Jenni Profera. The director is Ruth Markoe, with musical direction by Connor Doran.

Lou DiPietro is the father of Joe DiPietro, best known for the Tony Award-winning musical “Memphis,” for which he won Tony Awards for Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score, and for writing the book and lyrics of the international hit musical “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change.”  A full interview with Lou DiPietro on bringing “It's Never Too Late” to life is available here.




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Lou DiPietro began writing this play at the age of 90 and now, at 94, is excited to share his work with an audience.

“I'm thrilled to bring this musical to life in such a dynamic way,” DiPietro said. “The themes of resilience and second chances resonate deeply with so many people, and I believe this event will inspire everyone who attends.”

Lou DiPietro, playwright, and Louis Josephson, composer, of the new musical “It's Never Too Late”




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