Mario the Peddler scheduled for February 27, 2010

Author, speaker, and entertainer Tony Bottagaro, a native of New York City and long-time resident of Colorado, will be performing his one-man show Mario the Peddler on February 27 in Mead. He has presented his message of love, peace, and justice to religious and political leaders around the world, including the U.S. Congress, the State Department, the White House, the UN, and Pope John Paul II at the Vatican.

The show is based on the main character from Tony’s bestselling novel, The Poet, The Count, and the Peddler. The performance features Bottagaro as Mario Ferrara, an old Sicilian American immigrant who captivates audiences with bits of wisdom, witty anecdotes, and thought-provoking commentary. As Mario, Bottagaro takes them on a fanciful and intriguing journey sprinkled with history and folklore.

COLORADO EAST BANK & TRUST is proud to sponsor this benefit performance event and invites everyone to come out and enjoy the show while supporting the non-profit groups of the area!

The show will be performed at the new Mead High School, located at 12750 County Road #7 Mead, Colorado on February 27 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets: Adult $20, Senior/Student $18, VIP $50. VIP includes: Preferred Seating and a signed copy of the Bestseller, The Poet, The Count and The Peddler. Complimentary refreshments, served after the performance. For tickets go to Mead Town Hall (970) 535-4477 or MYCommunityTickets.com at (717) 885-0195

Show will benefit the non-profit groups of Mead, Berthoud, Johnstown, Milliken and Firestone, Colorado.