"Godspell"

   You have to admit, Godspell is popular - in fact, it's being presented twice - both in Huntington and Charleston! But where CLOG is presenting the show as the 40th anniversary of its original production, for First Stage, this is the first time tackling the show.

   Here's the official press release:  

  First Stage Theatre Company will present the musical Godspell at the Renaissance Theatre at 900 8th Street in Huntington on Feb. 14, 15, 16, 21, 22 and 23, 2014. 

   The Broadway musical was created by Stephen Schwartz (who also created Wicked) and John-Michael Tebelak and is based on the Gospel of Matthew and Luke. The show was updated and revived on Broadway in 2012, and the new version is the one being presented.

   The musical features a cast of talented high school and middle school performers singing songs like “Day by Day,” “All for the Best,” “Learn Your Lessons Well,” “Save the People,” “Light of the World,” “All Good Gifts” and “Beautiful City.”

   The show uses songs and choreography to present the parables of Jesus in a modern setting.

   Shows will be presented Feb. 14, 15, 21 and 22 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 16 and 23 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for children and senior citizens. To reserve tickets, call 304-416-KIDS (304-416-5437).

   Godspell is directed by Marshall University Theatre professor Jack Cirillo. The directing team includes music director Lara Donahoe, choreographer Mary Smirl, and producers Chuck Minsker and Clint McElroy.
 

   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.