On Stage Soon: "Into the Woods"

Here's a show that I almost missed. George Washington High School has built a strong drama program over the years, and later this month they're presenting a classic - Into the Woods:

An ambivalent Cinderella? A blood-thirsty Little Red Riding Hood? A Prince Charming with a roving eye? A Witch... who raps? They're all among the cockeyed characters in James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim`s fractured fairy tale.

When a Baker and his Wife learn they've been cursed with childlessness by the Witch next door, they embark on a quest for the special objects required to break the spell, swindling, lying to and stealing from Cinderella, Little Red, Rapunzel and Jack (the one who climbed the beanstalk).

Everyone's wish is granted at the end of Act One, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later, with disastrous results. What begins a lively irreverent fantasy in the style of The Princess Bride becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children.

Into the Woods will be presented at the Charleston Civic Center Little Theatre April 27 and 28 at 7 p.m. and April 28 at 1 p.m.

Call 304-348-7729 for more information.

The mission of the George Washington High School Theatre of the Nevertheless is to produce theatre in a nuturing community environment, while providing a place for learning, training and encouragement to those interested in participating in the dramatic arts.

Director: Nick Staples
Assistant Director: Taylor Bird
Musical Director: Mark Scarpelli