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Lisa Whitney of Calcagni Real Estate Sells Branford Puppet Theatre

Cheshire (April 22, 2013) – Steven Calcagni, President of Calcagni Real Estate, New Haven County’s leading independent real estate brokerage, is proud to announce the sale of the Stony Creek Puppet House, located at 128-132 Leetes Island Road in Branford. The property sold for $475,000.

Commercial Broker Lisa Whitney of Calcagni Real Estate represented the buyers, The Legacy Theatre, a professional shoreline theatre company that offers educational opportunities and live theatre and related programs. The seller, the estate of James Weil, was represented by Joel Galvin and Leah Boyd of Pearce Real Estate. The Legacy Theatre has plans to renovate the historic building, which was built in 1903, and turn it into a state-of the-art music, art and theatrical venue for all ages.

To that end, there is an ongoing campaign to raise the funds necessary for the restoration, and turn the building once again into a cultural gem in the local shoreline community. Those who wish to contribute are encourage to visit www.legacytheatrect.org

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