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Theatre & Box Office THE 53rd SEASON Mainstage Series Family Series |
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July 11 – book by John Weidman, music and lyrics by: Stephen Sondheim
Directed by Andy Urschel FASCINATING MUSICAL DRAMA
A musical vehicle for the CTG tradition of edgy drama. A fearless, lyric peak inside the minds of John Wilkes Booth, Lee Harvey Oswald, Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme and more. Witness it! Announcing the 2008/09 54th Season The Jungle Book August 22 – September 5, 2008 by Joseph Robinette; based on the book by Rudyard Kipling Directed by Stephanie Naumoff
THRILLING, FAMILY ADVENTURE
Mowgli and Shere Khan’s story is brought to vivid life on our stage and set against the backdrop of Rudyard Kipling’s actual childhood journey from his home in Bombay to a British boarding school (where he encounters his own “jungle”). Younger audiences will be thrilled with the pace and excitement of the animals, older children and adults will love the character relations and introduction to the author!
Camping with Henry and Tom October 3 - 19, 2008 by Mark St. Germain Directed by Eric Brant, assisted by Heather Climer
SHARP, INSIGHTFUL COMEDY
We couldn’t make this up! In 1921, Henry Ford, Thomas Edison and President Warren G. Harding once took a camping trip together into the Maryland woods to escape civilization. Inspired by the actual event, Camping with Henry and Tom is an insightful and witty exploration of politics, leadership and friendship; a comedic and dramatic clash of two great minds and one great heart of the twentieth century!
A Christmas Carol November 21 – December 20, 2008 by Charles Dickens adapted by Christopher Schario Directed by Donna Blanchard, assisted by Lisa Formosa-Parmigiano
FRESH CHRISTMAS CLASSIC
Welcome Christmas Spirits… ALL of them! This unique adaptation unfolds the known story through a contemporary eye. You will experience the terrifying depths and joyful heights of Scrooge’s soulful second chance at life!
Doubt, A Parable January 30 – February 14, 2009 by John Patrick Shanley Directed by David Pera, assisted by Jim Thorp
POTENT, ENGROSSING DRAMA
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award, Doubt is a gripping story of suspicion cast on a priest’s behavior. This show presents fascinating nuances of morality. Enlighteningly objective, this show dances between the sadness of questioned innocence and surprising levity. You will be talking about it for days…
Moon Over the Brewery April 17 – May 2, 2009 by Bruce Graham Directed by Stan Christianson, assisted by Jason Utesch
A TENDER COMEDY
A delicate and often hilarious comedy/drama, Moon Over the Brewery tells the story of coming of age through wild humor and tender tears. A young girl with a genius IQ and her flighty single mother learn to communicate with each other as they realize their improbable and undeniable importance in each others’ lives. Think of it as an early Mother’s Day gift!
Someone Who’ll Watch Over Me May 29 – June 13, 2009 by Frank McGinness Directed by Andrew Urschel and Justin Treasure
INTENSELY PROVOKING DRAMA
An American doctor, an Irish journalist and an English academic are being held captive by terrorists in Beirut. In the cramped confines of their cell, they argue over national biases, prejudices and resentments, while learning that humor is their surest weapon against their captors and the safest armor to protect themselves. – “heartrendingly compassionate, tenderly tragic but also uproariously funny.” - Curtain Up London Review
Triumph of Love July 17 - August 1, 2009 book by James Magruder, lyrics by Susan Birkenhead, music by Jeffrey Stock Directed by Piper Bakrevski and JoBeth Cruz
A FROLICKING MUSICAL
A saucy and irresistible musical filled with witty repartee, sexy comedy, inspired buffoonery and tender poignancy of this charming chamber musical. A Spartan princess’ true love plots to wrest her throne from her family. You will not believe the insanely elaborate plot she launches to get it back! |
