2008-2009 Season

Robin Hood

Auditions:  August 10

Move-in:  September 28

Production Dates: October 1-4, 2008 

             This adaptation by Tim Kelly tells the story of Robin Hood, the outlaw of Sherwood Forest, and his merry life with his followers.  Anyone who is hungry or who has no place to live is welcome in the greenwood.  The citizens of the forest oppose wicked Prince John.  One day a caravan cuts through the wood.  In the convoy is Robin’s childhood sweetheart, Maid Marian, ward of King Richard.  Alas, the evil Lady Merle of Cornwall plans to force Marian to marry the Prince.  To arms!  It’s up to Robin to stop the marriage, defeat a nasty sheriff and secure Nottingham for the King’s return.  Non-musical.

 

Babes in Toyland

Auditions:  October 12

Move-in:  November 30

Production Dates:  December 3-6, 2008

 Everything you remember about this classic story is here in this adaptation including the well-loved music and lyrics.  Characters include Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary; Tom-Tom, the Piper’s Son; Jack and Jill; Wicked Uncle Barnaby who runs the toy shop (and his comic ruffian assistants, Roderigo and Gonzorgo) who can turn children into dolls and sell them for gold; and lovable Jane and Alan who are his next victims.  The original music of Victor Herbert and much of Glen MacDonough’s libretto and lyrics are included.  Musical.  Large cast.

 

The Secret Garden

Auditions:  January 4

Move-in:  March 1

Production Dates:  March 4-7, 2009

             This adaptation by Tim Kelly of the literary classic is the story of Mary Lennox, known as a difficult child, who is sent to live at her uncle’s estate in England after her parents pass away.  Misselthwaite Manor turns out to be a gloomy fortress.  Her uncle is rarely home, and his young son, Colin, never leaves his room, convinced he’s an incurable invalid.  To her surprise, Mary discovers a strange walled garden that has been locked up for years.  With the help of the gardener’s apprentice, Mary brings the garden back to life and discovers the wonderful, magical effect the garden has on all who come into it.  Non-musical.