The Music Man

LAVALLETTE, NJ -- The Music Man Ice Cream Shoppe opened Friday, May 23, 2003 offering families a live entertainment experience in Lavallette, and entertainment is the key word! "Many people would look at The Music Man's main product as ice cream," says Josephine Sessa-Agliata, owner of The Music Man Ice Cream Shoppe. "We look at our main product as family entertainment, that serves a product called ice cream." Patrons of The Music Man Ice Cream Shoppe are treated to an "Old Fashioned Ice Cream Shoppe" with a twist. Performing waiters and waitresses may ask guests, "What would you do for your ice cream sundae?" It's a scream when someone has to shake for his or her shake. A vaudeville style cabaret of upbeat American tunes is performed during every seating; sung by performers who maneuver around the entire shop, singing directly to individual guests and incorporating them into the show. "It's a family entertainment experience that appeals to all ages," Sessa-Agliata says.