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2011-2012 SEASON  -  “Something for Everyone!”

Our Town

by Thornton Wilder

 

October 26-29; November 2-5

 

Directed by Dr. Kenneth Robbins

 

Described by The San Francisco Chronicle as “[a] richly timeless commentary on nothing less than the tragicomedy of human existence,” Our Town has been considered an American Classic since it debuted on Broadway in 1938. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, the play has seen four Broadway revivals, the most recent garnering a Tony Award nomination for Paul Newman. This simple, yet beautifully told, story draws us into to witness the everyday lives of the citizens of Grover’s Corners as they deal with the changes wrought by the turning of the Twentieth Century. Poignant, heart-felt, funny, sad, and insightful, this masterpiece is certain to entertain you. Join us, won’t you?

 

The Adventures of Robin Hood

by Michele L. Vacca

 

January 31-Feburary 4

 

Directed by Paul B. Crook

 

Swashbuckling! Feats of derring-do! Merrie Men vs. the Evil Sheriff! This delightful and clever re-telling of the famous legends surrounding the hero-thief Robin is fast-paced, silly, and most of all, FUN! As Ms. Vacca notes: “Robin and his Merrie Band are looking for an opportunity to perform their usual daring, dashing deeds in their customary fun-loving fashion. When they encounter Alfred the Saxon, who alerts them that the nasty and nefarious Sheriff is about to collect taxes (again!) in the nearby village of Edwinstowe, they immediately don disguises (they are very fond of disguises!), and dash” off to save the day! With slapstick comedy, breathtaking battles, and exciting captures and escapes, this adventure will thrill and entertain audiences of all ages…whether they are encountering the tale for the first time or revisiting it yet again. Tally ho!

 

Pippin

by Roger O. Hirson (book) and Stephen Schwartz (music and lyrics)

 

April 25-28; May 2-5

 

Directed by Paul B. Crook; Musical Direction by Dr. Lisa Maxedon

 

When Pippin opened on Broadway in 1972 (eventually running until 1977), it garnered an impressive eleven Tony Award nominations. Of those eleven, five of the awards were taken home by the show, including Best Actor in a Musical for Ben Vereen and Best Choreography and Best Direction of a Musical for Bob Fosse. Led by the Leading Player, a mysterious acting company presents the story of Pippin, a young Prince searching the world for meaning. With a fantastic 1970’s-style pop-rock score, the music is fun and infectious, including “Corner of the Sky,” a hit song form the show that was also made famous by Grammy Award-winning singer Diana Ross. Mystical and strange, this seduces the audience with both its music and its characters. Come join the young Prince Pippin as he seeks his place in the world. Who knows, you just might find your place too!