ELLA TO BEGIN LONG WHARF THEATRE’S 2010-11 SEASON

Long Wharf Theatre presents “Ella,” by Jeffrey Hatcher, directed by Rob Ruggiero, conceived by Rob Ruggiero and Dyke Garrison from Sept. 22-Oct. 17 on the Mainstage. Featuring more than two-dozen hit songs,” Ella The Musical” weaves myth, memory, and music into a stylish and sophisticated journey through the life of Ella Fitzgerald, one of the greatest jazz singers of the 20th-century. Curtain times are Tuesdays at 7 p.m., Wednesdays at 2 and 7 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 3PM and 8PM, and Sundays at 2PM and 7PM. Tickets are $45-$70 with special discounts available. 222 Sargent Drive, New Haven. Info: (203) 787-4282.  Website:  www.longwharf.org.