April 13, 2004 - The Daniel Webster College theater guild is presenting the audience participation mystery-comedy The Magic of Crime on Wednesday, April 28th and Wednesday, May 5th at 8:00 pm at the College's Collings Auditorium.

The Magic of Crime, honored as one of the Hippo Press' top six outstanding performances of 2002, was co-written by Daniel Webster College Assistant Professor and MBA Academic Program Coordinator Tom Anastasi.  The DWC Theater Guild's production marks the first time it has played in New Hampshire since its world premier tour in 2002002 with the award-winning Majestic Theatre.

Anastasi's co-author, E. Kyle Minor, is a theater critic for the New York Times and the New Haven Register, as well as a theater professor.  "It's a privilege and a joy to see Daniel Webster College present "Magic," said Minor, whose other plays have been produced in New York City and regionally. "Tom and I intended the play to be a crowd-pleaser and I'm sure it will provide theatergoers with a welcome diversion."

"We're thrilled that Daniel Webster is doing The Magic of Crime," said Anastasi, who is also directing the play.  "The student cast has great energy and talent."  The cast includes Rivier College sophomore Jenn Waterman and DWC students Donny Brown, Lee Zerrilla, Owen Davis, Pete Angelli, Kerri Fadden, Stacey Simmons, Josh Jakob, Derek Weaver, and Brent Cannata.

As the audience watches, Marco Cacciatore, the soon-to-be famous magician, is giving a tune-up performance for the David Letterman show when something or someone disappears.  Put your gumshoes on because Joe Thursday and Bill Cannon may need more than "just the facts."  You help crack the case!

The Magic of Crime is appropriate for all ages.  Admission is free (donations are accepted).  For more information call 603-577-6293 or check out www.themagicofcrime.com.