It’s that time of year for Kendal to show itself off.
Kendal residents are getting out their best clothes and jewelry (in some cases, tuxedos that still fit the men) for our gala New Year’s Eve celebration on Tuesday evening, December 31.
The show will commence at 8 pm in the Gathering Room, followed by a champagne- and-caviar party in the Residents Lounge.
Afterwards there will be a Sing-along in the Private Dining Room.
Muriel Fox, producer of the event, says the cast has been rehearsing for weeks, and the show will again be opened by the Kendal Singers directed by Bob Singleton. Jo-Ann Rapaport will be stage manager, Harry Phillips associate producer and Muriel, the emcee.
Performers include Bill Rakower, Leonore Meyer, Norman Sissman, Harry Phillips, Jane Hart, Roberta Poupon, David Sampliner, Peter Limburg, and Frank Neuwirth. Once again we will count down with a gleaming globe, Times Square style, at Kendal midnight which is 9 pm. Eugene DuBow will lower the ball.
A reception follows the show. Residents are requested to provide donations to help cover the cost of refreshments and glittering decorations. Checks should be made out to KoH Residents Association and put in Sally Costa’s cubby. Cash and checks may also be brought to the party.
At 10 pm the Sing-along of popular songs will be led by Bob Singleton, Deborah Wood, and Katherine Sinclair.
Art Brady will handle audio for the show and Sheila Darnborough will be videographer. Dining director Fred Coppola has arranged for a special New Year’s Eve dinner this year, with waiter service for tables in all rooms from 5:30 pm to 7 pm.
The Kendal Singers are Deena LaMotta, Louise Schreiber, Gloria Cooper, Rema Sessler, Dot Bone, Deb Wood, Doris Appleby, Charlie Persell, David Sampliner, Art Lukach, Don Eder, Norman Sissman, Sofia Wentz, Jane Beers, Jody Spellun, Ed Hanin, Adele Trupin, Camille Hopkins, Jean MacIntosh, Ruth Laudor, and Hanan Watson.
Kendal knows how to welcome in a new year. This one should surpass all others and be a great experience for all residents.