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By Kaitlyn Gibbens<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bethesda Little Theatre is about to serve up a new treat \u2014\u202fand this one comes with plenty of heart, humor, and life\u2019s twists and turns. Following the production of two other original musicals, including Neal Learner\u2019s Trees<\/em> in 2023, BLT proudly presents the world premiere of Leaner\u2019s new work, French Cupcakes<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Maureen Freshour, Catie Taylor, and Maria Gutahun appearing in \u2018French Cupcakes.\u2019 Publicity photo by Marleen Hayman.\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

French Cupcakes<\/em> is a (fictional) legendary caf\u00e9-bakery in a quaint midwestern college town. Under the direction of Michael Fowle (director), Paul Rossen (music director), and Cathy Oh (choreographer), BLT\u2019s new and seasoned actors bring the charming locale and characters to life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When Pierre, the caf\u00e9\u2019s beloved owner, is ready to hang up his apron and chase sunsets on the French Riviera, the other characters are left to determine the caf\u00e9\u2019s fate. The main characters\u2019 dreams of becoming a diplomat, a shining country star, and a Wall Street titan collide with the reality of French Cupcakes’ future as a community mainstay. And, as fate would have it, old ambitions melt away, making room for unexpected new beginnings \u2014 even for the \u201cGreek Chorus\u201d of baristas. French Cupcakes<\/em> promises heartfelt moments, laugh-out-loud scenes, and an ending that reminds us: Sometimes dreams come true\u2026 just not the ones you expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

French Cupcakes<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, presented by Bethesda Little Theatre, runs October 10\u201312 and 17\u201319, 2025, at the Writer\u2019s Center, 4508 Walsh St, Bethesda, MD. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 PM and Sundays at 2:30 PM. Tickets are $28 general admission ($22 for senior citizens and military servicemembers and $18 for children 12 and under) and available online<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join BLT for the icing on the [cup]cake: a talkback from playwright and composer Neal Learner, along with the director and music director, after the October 12 performance and a post-performance dessert party after the October 17 performance!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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