WillyWonka

Willy Wonka—Sept. 23-Oct. 23, 2011

Directed by Cathy McEachern

Assistant Director Sonny Dyon

Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this stage adaptation of Charlie and The Chocolate Factory, which features the songs from the classic 1971 family film “Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory." Lyrics & Music by Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley. Adapted for stage by Timothy A. McDonald & Leslie Bricusse . Based on the Book Charlie and The Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl

Pinochio — November 18, 2011 – December 11, 2011

Director James “Scotty” Schultz

Take the hijinks of the commedia dell'arte, add those zany characters including Geppetto, Fire Eater, Fox and Cat, and the most wonderful Blue Fairy imaginable then mix in a nonstop adventure, and you're all set to raise the curtain. The house-on-fire pacing will leave you breathless, the hilarious comedy will leave you laughing, and some unexpectedly touching moments will leave you loving this Pinocchio even more. By William Glennon. With permission of Dramatists Publishing.

Nine - January 13, 2012 – February 12, 2012

Director: Jan Sheldon

Book by Arthur Kopit, Music by Maury Yeston, Adapted from the Italian by Mario Fratti. 1982 Tony® Award for Best Musical. 2003 Tony® Award for Best Revival of a Musical. Nine, winner of 1982 Tony for Best Musical, is based on Fellini's classic film 8 1/2. It is the fictional story of celebrated film director, Guido Contini. Facing writer's block, he recalls all the amazing women who have affected his life. With permission of Samuel French.

Blithe Spirit

March 9, 2012 – April 1, 2012

Director William McCoy

By Noel Coward. Novelist Charles Condomine invites Madam Arcati, a medium and clairvoyant, to his house for a seance, hoping to find material for his next book. Instead he is haunted by his annoying and temperamental first wife, Elvira, who continually makes attempts to ruin Charles's second marriage. With permission of Samual French.

Godspell—April 20, 2012 – May 13, 2012

Director: Dan Martin

Book by John Michael Tebelak, Music & Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. "Godspell" is one of the biggest off-Broadway and Broadway successes of all time. Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, and featuring a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, "Godspell" boasts a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit, "Day By Day." As the cast performs "Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord," "Learn Your Lessons Well," "All For The Best," "All Good Gifts," "Turn Back, O Man" and "By My Side," the parables of Jesus Christ come humanly and hearteningly to life. Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville, "Godspell" is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love. With permission of Music Theatre International.

Damn Yankees

June 8, 2012 – July 1, 2012

Director Tom Kline

Book by George Abbott & Douglass Wallop, Music & Lyrics by Richard Adler & Jerry Ross. Based on the novel The Year The Yankees Lost The Pennant by Douglass Wallop. Middle-aged baseball fanatic Joe Boyd trades his soul to the Devil (the charming but devious Mr. Applegate) for a chance to lead his favorite team to victory in the pennant race against the New York Yankees. As young baseball sensation Joe Hardy, he transforms the hapless Washington Senators into a winning team, only to realize the true worth of the life (and wife) he's left behind. With the help of a handy escape clause and a guilt-ridden temptress named Lola, Joe outsmarts Applegate, returns to his former self and shepherds the Senators to the World Series. With permission of Music Theatre International.

To be announced.

July 27, 2012- August 19, 2012

Director Kent Vanderberg