It's going to be a great season, though I admit to being prejudiced (for reasons that will be obvious when you read the release.
Here 'tis:
The First Stage Theatre Company has selected its lineup of shows for its 22nd season, which begins in the Fall of 2011.
The children’s theatre will present three shows, including two musicals and a non-musical.
The season begins with Schoolhouse Rock Live! The musical is based on the classic animated series originally presented on ABC-TV in the ‘70s and ‘80s. Loaded with memorable songs, the show teaches facts about history, grammar, math, science and politics using clever, tuneful songs. The show will be directed by Amy Browning.
The second show for the season is The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. That play tells the story of a Christmas pageant that must cope with a crowd of inventively awful kids. When the two collide, the result is mayhem - and a lot of fun! The show will be staged in Winter 2011 and it will be directed by Justin McElroy.
The third show of the season is Seussical, a fantastic musical based on the books created by Dr. Seuss. It includes many of his most famous characters, including The Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz and a boy named Jojo. The show will be presented in Spring 2012 and will be directed by Mary Smirl.
“We’re very happy with the shows lined up for this season,” said Chuck Minsker, president of First Stage. “Each show is loaded with great parts, so we can cast lots of young performers of all ages. The stories are funny, entertaining and educational - a great combination!”
Audition dates for the shows will be announced in the near future. For more information, go to the First Stage website at www.firststagetheatre.org.
Based in Huntington, W.Va., the First Stage Theatre Company is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing an educational, developmental experience for young people through the performing arts.
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