LEWISTON–Dr. Nirav Shah, director of Maine Center for Disease Control, a trusted source of public health announcements regarding COVID-19, visited the Franco Center on Friday, June 24, 2022, to see himself spoofed in Royal Family Productions’ drama, “COVID Still Sux, The Musical: Part 2.” Also checking out the musical was Lewiston Mayor Carl Sheline.
Both men were seen laughing and clapping during the rehearsal.
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Dr. Shah was greeted by Chris Henry of Royal Family Productions.
The actors sing parodies of Broadway hit songs that have lyrics changed to spoof COVID-19 and Dr. Shah’s messages throughout the pandemic.
The musical will take place in the Franco Center’s Heritage Hall at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 25, and at 2 p.m. Sunday, June 26. Tickets can be purchased at www.royalfamilyproductions.org.