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Roundup: Beaches Close, Stanley Cup Comes Here, La Plage Opens …

Posted on July 22, 2026 | 3 comments

Yesterday’s heavy rainfall — more than 3.5 inches — has closed Westport beaches, for 24 hours from when the rain ended. 

Yesterday’s heavy rain pours off a Stony Point roof. (Photo/Rick Jaffe)

Fox 5 New York posted a video of downtown flooding on their Instagram. Click here to see. 

Screenshot from Fox 5 New York.

For Mark Mathias’ video of flooding on Myrtle Avenue near Post Road East, click here or below:

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The Planning & Zoning Commission’s Zoning Revision Subcommittee meets today (July 22, 12 noon; Zoom).

The first agenda item is a potential text change in Saugatuck, related to the proposed development by Spinnaker on Riverside Avenue. Click here for all related materials.

The other items involve Dark Sky compliance, modifying mobile park regulations, and discussing accessory buildings.

The Zoning Regulation Revision Subcommittee discusses Saugatuck today.

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There is one agenda item on tomorrow’s Board of Education agenda (Thursday, June 23, 9:30 a.m., Staples High School cafeteria): discussion, and possible action, on “Special Education Program Review: Review RFQ Responses and RFP.”

The meeting will be livestreamed on www.westportct.gov, and Optimum Channel 78.

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It’s a great National Hockey League tradition: Each player on the Stanley Cup-winning team gets to keep it for a day.

Which is how the famed trophy came to Westport yesterday.

Jeff Looby sent this photo, from social media:

A bit of context: Twitter user Phil Pritchard is the guy who shepherds the Stanley Cup from player to player, and town to town. (Much safer than FedEx.)

Shayne Gostisbehere is … well, you can read about him above. His only connections to Connecticut seem to be that he played prep school hockey at South Kent, and the Carolina Hurricanes started out as the Hartford Whalers, before fleeing to Raleigh in 1997.

Jeff thought Shayne might have a summer place in Westport. That can’t be confirmed. But it led to another social media post by Pritchard:

What is Eric Robinson’s connection with Westport?

AI says he is a “native” of our town. But he was raised in Bellmawr, New Jersey, and played at Gloucester Catholic High there. There are no other references to Westport anywhere for him.

So here are our questions:

  • Does Shayne Gostisbehere actually live here in the summer?
  • Is Eric Robinson actually a Westport native? And if so …
  • … why didn’t that get any publicity during the Hurricanes’ Stanley Cup run?
  • If none of that is true, how did the Stanley Cup wind up here yesterday?

And finally: Which is cooler: Having the Stanley Cup here in 2026, or the World Cup in Weston in 1991?

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La Plage has been closed for a while, as part of the Inn at Longshore renovation.

But — just in time for mid-summer — the popular waterside restaurant is back open today (Wednesday).

For the first week or so, they’ll serve dinner only (5 to 10 p.m.), with reservations required (click here).

The patio bar will be open every day too, from 4 to 10 p.m. for drinks.

Lunch, brunch and full service at the patio bar will roll out in the coming weeks.

Meanwhile, the Inn is slated to open the second week of August. Rooms are available for booking (click here). More details coming soon.

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A memorial service celebrating the life of Scott Bryce — the beloved actor, Staples High School graduate and Weston resident who died July 12 — is set for this Saturday (July 25, 10 a.m., Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport.).

The event will be livestreamed; click here.

Scott Bryce

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The other day, Sandy Rothenberg emailed “06880.” She said: “The intersection of Bayberry Lane Extension & Easton Road (Route 136) is a major accident waiting to happen.

“At the stop sign on Bayberry Extension, the sight line is very poor. Cars fly around the corner on Easton Road, or turn in 2 other directions at the same time. School buses use this intersection too.

“I have contacted Westport Police and Public Works. They said that since Easton Road is a state road and the bushes are not on public property, they can’t do anything about it.” They suggested writing a letter to the property owner at 300 Bayberry Lane Extension.

Town operations manager Tom Kiely told Sandy that the house was recently sold. New owners will move in next month. Kiely contacted them, and said they were receptive to meeting with town officials.

Rothenberg adds, “The state Department of Transportation needs to attend to the curve on Easton Road!”

Dangerous sightline: Easton Road (right) at Bayberry Lane Extension. Bayberry Lane is at far right. (Photo/Sandy Rothenberg)

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Only a few days — and 2 Westport Farmers’ Markets — remain in the Young Shoots photo contest.

For a decade, photographers ages 5 to 18 have captured the energy and beauty of the Thursday market — and shared great images of food, farmers and shopper.

The contest — with prizes in 3 age groups, and an exhibit and reception for all the young entrants — is sponsored by The Artists Collective of Westport and the Drew Friedman Community Arts Center.

The deadline is July 31. Click here for details, and submission guidelines.

Lila Boyd’s winning photo, in the 10-14-year-old age group.

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Speaking of the outdoors: Flick the leopard gecko, Pearl the chinchilla and Chatty the bald eagle are 3 of the more than 50 animals that call Earthplace home.

Unable to survive in the wild due to permanent injuries, they now serve as ambassadors, connecting the community with nature.

But Earthplace can’t do it alone. Facing rising food, veterinary and enrichment costs, they need to raise $25,000 this month to ensure the animals receive the resources they need!

A generous matching challenge will double every gift, through July 31. Click here to donate.

How can you not support this guy?

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Westport is filled with experienced professionals — and many other young men and women, just beginning their careers.

A networking mixer, bringing them all together, is set for next Tuesday (July 28, 7 to 8:15 p.m., Compo Beach brick pavilion).

The free event — organized by Westport Professionals Network co-founders Lisa Cukier and Katie Gervasio — is open to post-high school, and current and graduated college students. Plus, of course, anyone interested in offering advice and mentorship.

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Roz Chast and Lisa Donnelly had a packed Westport Library crowd laughing loudly Monday night.

That’s appropriate. They spoke following a screening of “Women Laughing,” Donnelly’s documentary about a diverse and remarkable group of New Yorker female cartoonists. Chast and Donnelly are 2 of its most noted members.

From left: Roz Chast and Lisa Donnelly, with former New Yorker editor Anne Hall Elser. (Photo/Susan Garment)

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Lauri Weiser sent this “Westport … Naturally” photo yesterday, with a note: “On icky days like this, these beautiful flowers remind me why I love my garden.”

(Photo/Lauri Weiser)

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And finally … in honor of the Stanley Cup coming to Westport (story above):

(You may never drive a Zamboni. But you can always contribute to “06880.” Just click here to help. It’s even better than winning the Stanley Cup! Thank you all …)

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Scott Bryce: Obituary

Posted on July 15, 2026 | 5 comments

Scott Bryce — the 1975 Staples High School graduate, and longtime Weston resident best known to daytime television viewers as Craig Montgomery on CBS’s “As the World Turns” — died Sunday at Yale New Haven Hospital, after an aggressive battle with stomach and esophageal cancer. He was 68.

His death drew an outpouring of tributes from fans and colleagues who recalled his professionalism, charisma and humor.

Born in New York City, Bryce came by his love of acting honestly. Soap opera was already in his blood. His father, Ed Bryce, was a daytime veteran who played Bill Bauer on “Guiding Light” for over 2 decades, while his mother, Dorothy Bryce, was an actress who appeared on daytime serials including “The Doctors,” plus other prime time and commercial work.

Scott Bryce

Scott followed in his parents’ footsteps, appearing in 280 episodes of “As the World Turns” across the 1980s until 2008.

His performance as the scheming, seductive Craig Montgomery earned him 2 Daytime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series.

Bryce ranged widely. He was daytime TV’s most notorious antihero, a network sitcom husband, a movie villain, and a familiar face on prestige dramas.

His work ranged from “The Golden Girls,” to appearing in the first episode of “Sex and the City,” to “Lethal Weapon 3,” and what Scott mentioned as the most fun of his career,“ Up Close and Personal.”

That adaptability carried him from soap opera scheming to sketch comedy to hourlong drama, without ever settling into a single type. His rare durability kept him working steadily for over 50 years.

Scott was also a devoted husband, father, mentor, and friend to those closest to him.

He stayed deeply connected to his co-stars and fellow Staples Players. They, together with his loving family, were of great comfort in his last weeks.

His obituary says, “Scott is remembered as a gifted performer and an even better man whose warmth extended well beyond the screen. He was every bit as funny, charismatic and quick-witted in real life as he was on screen, bringing laughter and joy to those fortunate enough to know him.”

He is survived by his wife, Jodi Stevens; their son, Jackson Bryce; Scott’s brothers David and Phil; his nephew David, and niece Heather.

A celebration of life will be held in late September.

His obituary concludes: “’All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.’ Scott played his part beautifully — may the light, laughter and love he brought into the world forever live on.”

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Remembering Scott Bryce

Posted on July 13, 2026 | 9 comments

Scott Bryce — the 1975 Staples High School and Staples Players graduate, who went on to a notable acting career (including 3 long stints as Craig Montgomery on “As the World Turns”), and a longtime Weston resident — died yesterday. He was 68.

Last year, he was diagnosed with esphogeal and stomach cancer.

Lucie Arnaz, a longtime friend, former co-star and fellow Weston resident, called him “a wonderful actor, a beautiful man and a terrific husband and father. … I will miss his eyes, his smile, his wit, his brain, his intelligence, his talent, his bravery, his laugh and his hugs.”

Scott was the son of actors Ed and Dorothy Bryce. He is survived by his wife Jodi Stevens and son Jackson. He and Jodi ran an acting studio in Weston.

A full obituary, with service details, will be posted when it is available.

Scott Bryce

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Roundup: Cans, Downtown Charette, Jodi & Scott …

Posted on August 22, 2023 | 8 comments

On Sunday, Tom Kretsch and his wife Sandi headed to Compo’s South Beach, by the trees near the kayak launch.

A large group of Staples High School students and parents were setting up for an end-of-summer/start-of-school bash.

Not far away Tom saw a woman with a baby on her back, and 2 other kids tagging along. She stopped at every trash can, gathering cans for redemption.

She halted for a bit, to watch the picnic. Someone came over, with pizza for her and her children.

A few minutes later the woman continued walking, and picking through the trash.

(Photos/Tom Kretsch)

“It was quite a contrast, seeing someone scrounging for cans on our beach, and other people enjoying life on the beach,” Tom says.

“I wondered how she got there, with 3 kids and those heavy bags. What a world of haves and have-nots.

I’ve never seen anything like that on Compo Beach. On we journey, counting our blessings.”

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A reminder: Tonight (Tuesday, August 22) is the open house “charrette”: a public review and feedback meeting covering additional plans for the Downtown Plan Implementation Committee’s “Master Plan for Downtown Parking and Pedestrian Areas: Reconnecting the Riverfront.”

Particular focus will be on the Parker Harding Plaza design.

The session begins at 7 p.m. (Westport Library) All residents and downtown stakeholders are invited to attend.

Information on the project is available on the DPIC website. Feedback is welcome in its comments section.

DPIC also conducts regular public meetings, typically the 2nd Thursday of each month at 8:30 a.m.

Parker Harding Plaza cut-through road (left), and Saugatuck River. (Drone photo/John Videler for Videler Photography)

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Westport Community Gardens continues its 20th anniversary celebration with another pop-up garden stand.

Everyone is invited to explore the Gardens — and adjacent Long Lots Preserve — and pick up very fresh produce, herbs and flowers this Sunday (August 27, 10 a.m. to noon).

Straight from the Community Gardens. (Photo/Karen Mather)

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The Rhimes girls held a very successful lemonade-and-ice-cream fundraiser for Westport Volunteer Emergency Medical Services this weekend.

They raised over $4,000 for the great organization (which, many people don’t realize, runs almost entirely on donations).

The feeling of helping a good cause was enough. But the youngsters were rewarded yesterday. President Mike Burns led a personal tour of the facility — and personally thanked the girls.

WVEMS president Mike Burns and EMS member Sammi Henske flank the Rhimes family. (Photo courtesy of Shonda Rhimes)

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James Naughton and Carole Schweid entertained a full house last night.

The “Play With Your Food” creator led the actor/director in a discussion on his life on stage and screen — and as a passionate advocate for Connecticut’s Medical Aid in Dying legislation.

Naughton talked about investing in theater (he’s been quite lucky), his work with Paul Newman, Joanne Woodward and many others, and the joys and frustrations of a life in the arts.

The evening included a screening of the short film “Not the Same Clarence.” The film, featuring Jim and his son Greg Naughton, depicts the realities of caring for a parent with dementia, and its impact on their lives.

The Y’s Men of Westport and Weston sponsored the event.

James Naughton and Carole Schweid. (Photo/Dan Woog)

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Speaking of acting: Jodi Stevens and Scott Bryce are expanding SBEstudio — their Weston performing arts school — to Saugatuck Congregational Church.

Jodi (a Broadway veteran and voice, singing and acting coach for over 20 years) and Scott (her Emmy-winning producer/director/actor husband, and a former Staplesl Player) offer new programming too, including a spring 6-week film and TV intensive course.

A grand opening is set for this Sunday (August 27, 2 p.m.).

Musical theater group classes and private lessons are available from ages 4-5 (Broadway Beginnings) all the way to 15-18 (Young Professionals). A new Broadway Babies class, for ages 2-3, is in the works.

The Bryce family has a long history with the Saugatuck Church. Scott’s mother Dorothy was deacon emeritus, a founding member of the Interfaith Council of Westport, Weston, Wilton, and a founder of the Theatre Artists Workshop.

Jodi’s scholarship program for talented students without means will continue, under a new name: The SBEstudio Dorothy Bryce Scholarship Fund.

For more information on the Saugatuck Church and Weston programs, click here, email info@sbestudio.com, or call 203-247-6569.

Scott Bryce and Jodi Stevens (Photo courtesy of Celebrity Parents)

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Agent Orange has killed more than 300,000 US military veterans since our country left Vietnam in 1975.

The toll continues to rise.

In his new book “Agent Orange: A Short Sickening Saga of War,” Staples High School graduate/longtime Westport/prolific author Carl Addison Swanson explores the subject.

Amazon calls it “the tragic story of a Vietnam Veteran who, after 50 years of good health, is stricken with a heart disease connected directly to his exposure to the chemical AGENT ORANGE during the war.”

It is available on Kindle. Click here to order, and for more information.

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The last date of lifeguards at Burying Hill Beach is this Thursday (August 24).

Compo Beach lifeguards continue through September 4.

Beach stickers are required through September 30.

Burying Hill Beach lifeguards’ last day is Thursday. (Photo/Yvonne O’Kane)

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Traffic alert: The Department of Public Works’ annual roadway crack seal program begins this Thursday (August 24).

The work will continue for 2 weeks, on 15 miles of roadway. Be alert for 1-way traffic throughout the project.

Crack sealing ahead!

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This week on “What’s Next in Weston,” 1st Selectwoman Sam Nestor introduces Carol Baldwin, president of the Friends of Lachat Town Farm.

It’s the first of a 2-part series, covering the programs offered at “The Coachella of Fairfield County.”

The podcast is produced by the Y’s Men of Westport and Weston.

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MoCA’s fall exhibition — “Purvis Young: This is the Life I See” — features 36 large scale works by the American “outsider artist.”

This is the first time that the works, from the collection of Lynne and Jack Dodick, have been on public view.

The exhibition open September 15, and runs through December 29. A reception is set for September 14 (6 p.m.; free for members, $10 for non-members. Click here to register.) Advance registration is required.

Purvis Young (1943 – 2010) was a self-taught artist who dealt with the plight of the underprivileged and the consequences of racism and daily violence through a highly distinctive visual style. He lived his entire life in the Miami neighborhood of Overtown, once an entertainment destination as well as a Black neighborhood in the segregated South. Click here for more details.

“Shackled in Blues” (Purvis Young)

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Barry Kresch has spent several months observing nature, up close and personal.

He writes: “A pair of cardinals built a nest in a small tree outside my kitchen window. It was fairly low, so I was able to get some shots into it without disrupting the proceedings.

“I got much of the life cycle: first egg, mom sitting, chicks hatched, dinner is served, junior ready to take wing.

“After they left, I removed the nest. My wife told me they decay and get parasites, so the birds don’t reuse them.

“The same or another nesting pair then repeated the cycle. This time the nest was higher in the tree, not conducive to photos.”

This “life cycle” photo is perfect for our “Westport … Naturally” feature:

(Photo/Barry Kresch)

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And finally … on this day in 2011 Nick Ashford — half of the husband-and-wife songwriting/production team Ashford & Simpson, and a former Westport resident — died of throat cancer. He was 70 years old.

(Reach out and touch … “06880” with your supporting hand. Please click here to make a contribution. Thank you!)

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Roundup: COVID Tests, Scott Bryce & Jodi Stevens, Animals …

Posted on March 8, 2021 | 4 comments

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A hearty “06880” thank you to all who donated to this year’s “pledge drive.” Your support of our online community — and of me, personally — is greatly appreciated. (And yes, there’s still time — click here!)

To the reader who sent an anonymous note saying “calling us moochers won’t get us to contribute” — sorry. Sounds like you were just looking for a reason to not help out.

But hey — at least you paid for a stamp.

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In related COVID news, former Food & Drug Administration commissioner — and Westport neighbor — Scott Gottlieb told “Face the Nation” yesterday that 70% of Americans 75 and older, 60% of those 65-plus, and nearly 20% of all American adults will be vaccinated “probably by the end of this week.”

He also noted growing evidence that all vaccines prevent transmission of the coronavirus — not just symptoms.

Dr. Scott Gottlieb

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St. Vincent’s on Long Lots Road has closed. But there’s a new COVID testing center nearby.

Sameday Testing has opened at 1260 Post Road East (near Fortuna’s, Greens Farms Spirit Shop and Vivid-Tek).

Founded just a few months ago, the startup of doctors, scientists and engineers has ramped up to test thousands of people every day, across the country. They offer employer-sponsored programs too.

Click here for an appointment. To learn more, email evan@sameday-testing.com
or call 203-520-7734.

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With a name like “Celebrity Parents,” I expected fluff.

But the current issue features an in-depth, insightful interview with Scott Bryce and Jodi Stevens.

The Westport stage and screen actors talk about how they met (several times); their relationship; raising an athletic son; Staples Players; Scott’s work with the New Paradigm Theater, and Jodi’s pivot to teaching in her home studio during COVID.

Click here for the very entertaining story. (Hat tip: Bobbie Herman)

Scott Bryce and Jodi Stevens (Photo courtesy of Celebrity Parents)

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MoCA Westport’s Winter Lights Festival lit up the town on Saturday.

Highlights included a walk-through light path (in collaboration with the Up | Next Teens organization; a maker space for families to create decorations together, and the high school student art exhibition “Hindsight is 2020.”

MoCA’s Winter Festival light path (Photo/Joel Triesman)

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Horses are back at Sherwood Island State Park. A group regularly trailers in their animals, for walks along the beach and through the beautiful paths. This shot was taken in the grove on the Sherwood Mill Pond side, near the fire gate to Compo Cove.

(Photo/Chris Swan)

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Another animal: This guy was happy to pose yesterday, for a Weston photo op:

(Photo/Steve Rothenberg)

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And yet more animals: Yesterday’s story about dog photographer Jim Boisvert reminded Matthew Mandell of a video he produced in 2013.

Part of the “What’s Up Westport” series, it’s title is “Dogs on the Beach.” Fifi, Fido, Fluffy: Here’s your 4 minutes of fame.

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And finally … Happy International Women’s Day!

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A “Hunchback,” With A Twist

Posted on July 22, 2018 | 1 comment

It’s not called the New Paradigm Theatre for nothing.

The Stamford-based non-profit company’s production of “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” includes a disabled character playing the role of Quasimodo. Patrick Tombs was born with arthrogryposis, which causes atrophied muscles and stiff limbs.

And though the novel and musical are thought to be male-driven, New Paradigm emphasizes the strengths and talents of women — onstage and off — to tell a story of love and hope.

Westporters don’t have to go far to see this intriguing show. It’s August 18 and 19, at Fairfield Theatre Company’s Warehouse space.

That’s right around the corner too for Scott Bryce. The Emmy-nominated actor (and 1976 Staples High School graduate) co-directs the show with his wife, Jodi Stevens.

It’s also close for Westporter Paul Bogaev and Westonite Scarlet Tanzer. This is the 3rd New Paradigm show for both. They were in previous productions of “Oliver” and “Peter Pan.”

(From left) Paul Bogaev, Scarlet Tanzer and Scott Bryce. (Photo/Tara Tanzer)

New Paradigm is known for non-traditional and inventive casting. Besides Tombs, “Hunchback” features several actors with special needs or disabilities, and performers of many cultural backgrounds.

Cast members range from 8 to 75 years old. Broadway pros work alongside local adult and youth actors.

For “Hunchback,” Bryce and company are partnering with the CT Burns Care Foundation, to raise money and awareness. Like Quasimodo, burn victims are often treated like outsiders.

New Paradigm is an important part of the local arts scene. Just as importantly, it’s a theatre with a social conscience.

(“The Hunchback of Notre Dame” will be performed on Saturday, August 18 at 3 and 8 p.m., and Sunday, August 19 at 1 p.m., at Fairfield Theatre Company. Click here for tickets and more information.)

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Love Letters

Posted on January 31, 2011 | 6 comments

Like many dual-career couples, Scott Bryce and Jodi Stevens lead hectic lives.  Their professions — both are actors — complicate things further.  They usually work different schedules, in different theaters.  When one is rehearsing, the other may be in mid-production.  When one is opening a show, the other is closing one down.

But for the next 3 weeks, they’ll work together.  And they’ll do it right here in Westport.

The show is “Love Letters” — A.R. Gurney’s evocative, touching yet humorous play about a 50-year love affair carried on primarily through letters.

It debuts at MTC MainStage in Colonial Green this Friday (Feb. 4), and runs weekends through Feb. 20.

Scott Bryce and Jodi Stevens

Working together — on a play about love, right in their back yard — was serendipitous, says Bryce, a Staples Players (Class of 1975) alum who earned 2 Emmy nominations for “As the World Turns.”

The couple had been onstage only in “On Golden Pond” (Bryce’s mother Dorothy, a noted actress, was in the show too).  But when Stevens’ most recent show — she played the female lead in “Dietrich and Chevalier:  The Musical” — was closing, they talked casually about the possibility.

A couple of days later, at a Christmas party, Music Theatre of Connecticut MainStage co-founder Kevin Connors mentioned “Love Letters.”

The show is appealing on many levels — including its setting in this area.  There are references to local institutions, like I-95 and Silver Hill.

Bryce also welcomes the chance to perform in the small MTC theater.  “It’s such an intimate space,” he says.  “There’s not a bad seat in the house.  It’s really sweet.”

“It’s a beautiful script,” Bryce adds.  “What better way to spend Valentine’s month than on stage with my wife?”

And, as Jodi says:  “There’s no commute!”

(“Love Letters will be performed Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., with matinees Saturdays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m., at MTC MainStage Theatre on the lower level of Colonial Green.  For tickets, click here or call 203-454-3883.  Each performance is followed by a wine and cheese receptions, where the audience can meet the actors and production team.)

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Steamboat Soaps

Posted on April 27, 2010 | 3 comments

What do you get when you cross “The Office” with “All My Children“?

“Steamboat:  The Series.”  It’s one of the most popular comedy offerings on YouTube — and a smash hit for Westporter Scott Bryce.

Scott Bryce

“Steamboat” is a soap satire.  Scott — a veteran actor who directed all 5 episodes — calls it “a behind-the-scenes look at the last desperate, dying days of a daytime soap opera.”

He shot “Steamboat” in just 1 day, at Norwalk’s Palace Digital Studios and the SoNo Academy.

Scott’s soap bones are strong.  He played Craig Montgomery on 113 episodes of “As The World Turns“; he’s been on other soaps, and his father — Ed Bryce — starred (off and on) as Bill Bauer on “Guiding Light,” from 1959 to 1983.

It was Ed’s TV “grandson” — Dr. Rick Bauer, played by actor Michael O’Leary — who called Scott last year, when “Guiding Light” was canceled after a 57-year (!) run.

Scott put together a cast of soap actors — many from “Guiding Light,” some from “As the World Turns” and other shows — and put them in roles that were the antithesis of what they were known for.

The response to the 5 webisodes has been great.  Sound and Fury, for example, called it “a loving look at the unseemly backside (and darkside) of producing a daytime soap.”

Scott is pitching the “Steamboat” series to anyone he can think of:  Comedy Central, the Soap Network, ABC, Ben Silverman.

Scott is hopeful it will get picked up by a distributor even bigger than YouTube.

“‘Steamboat’ is a metaphor for our entire world,” he says.  “It’s about the downsizing of all of us.  As budgets get sliced, egos get sliced too.”

But there’s hope.  “Even non-soap fans get it,” he adds.  “And they laugh.”

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