Richard Byllott, CFO and treasurer of Nathel & Nathel a Wholesaler on the Hunts Point Terminal Produce Market and Nathel International an Importer and Distributor of Fruit, started The We are Many Foundation to Help Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse and Children who have suffered through this tragedy.
In an effort to continue to raise funds for the foundation, Rich Ryan Productions, through the We Are Many Foundation, Presents is pleased to present LEMON MERINGUE, a new play written by Rich Ryan, directed and adapted for the stage by Terri Muuss and choreographed by Tracey Katof, with original music by Athena Reich will premiere at The TBG Theatre November 8th – November 24th in New York City.
LEMON MERINGUE is a moving, one-act roller-coaster ride through the therapeutic process of Rich, a typical guy from Long Island. As Rich struggles to overcome the devastating effects of childhood sexual abuse, we witness his anger and pain slowly giving way to happiness and forgiveness. This true story, told through music, dance and dialogue, illustrates one man’s inspirational journey towards survival and finding, then healing, his inner child. LEMON MERINGUE is a compelling success story that should not be missed. It will leave your heart soaring.
Venue:
TBG Theatre
312 West 36th Street 3rd Floor
(bet 8th and 9th Avenue)
New York, NY 10018
Schedule:
- Friday, November 8th at 8:00 PM
- Saturday, November 9th at 8:00 PM
- Sunday, November 10th at 2:00 PM
- Wednesday, November 13th at 8:00 PM
- Thursday, November 14th at 8:00 PM
- Friday, November 15th at 8:00 PM
- Saturday, November 16th at 2:00 PM
- Saturday, November 16th at 8:00 PM
- Sunday, November 17th at 2:00 PM
- Tuesday, November 19th at 8:00 PM
- Wednesday, November 20th at 8:00 PM
- Thursday, November 21st at 8:00 PM
- Friday, November 22nd at 8:00 PM
- Saturday, November 23rd at 2:00 PM
- Saturday, November 23rd at 8:00 PM
- Sunday, November 24th at 8:00 PM
RSVP at: Stephen@SASiPublicRelations.com or by calling 646.246.6060.
LEMON MERINGUE is an Equity Approved Showcase
Rich Ryan (Writer) is a devoted father of three who lives on Long Island and works in New York City. Rich is a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. Since breaking his silence in 2003, Rich has been dedicated to raising awareness about childhood sexual abuse and helping others heal from the effects. He has attended many male survivor conferences and his artwork has been displayed at several survivor art shows. In 2010, Rich made an appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show to share his story with a group of 200 male sexual abuse survivors and a national television audience of 15-20 million people.
Rich is a fervent believer in the notion that victims of abuse have the power to live full, rewarding lives. Recognizing the profound impact that sharing one’s story can have on the healing process of others, Rich felt inspired to write Lemon Meringue – a one-act play that chronicles the story of a man struggling with and overcoming the effects of childhood sexual abuse. This is his story. For Rich, the process of writing a play for the first time – particularly a play addressing this subject – has been both challenging and rewarding.
Rich has dedicated Lemon Meringue to all of the men and women who have perished from the effects of childhood sexual abuse as well as those who continue to struggle.
Proceeds from LEMON MERINGUE benefits The We Are Many Foundation
The We Are Many Foundation helps, heals and educates society concerning children who have been sexually victimized, as well as adults who struggle in their current life from the horrific ordeal they experienced when it was done to them in their youth.
Source: We Are Many Foundation
