Millbrook Playhouse Youth Ensemble to Present A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS

Millbrook Playhouse (David E. Leidholdt-Producing Artistic Director, and the Board of Directors) is proud to present A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS to be performed by the Millbrook Playhouse Youth Ensemble (MPYE).

"This is a really exciting new project," says Artistic Director David E. Leidholdt. "These young artists have moved from taking classes and playing supporting roles to having their very own forum for expression."

This audition-based program is designed to inspire, nurture, and support young performers who have shown a dedication to the theatre. This talented young artists ensemble is derived from Millbrook Playhouse's 2015 season and summer educational programs, performers range in age from 7- 16.

"They will be working together to create a professional theatre experience, each ensemble member must strive to better themselves as an artist and become a catalyst for positive change in their communities," says Artistic Associate, Matt Spencer.

The inaugural production for MPYE will be A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS. Charlie Brown and his gang come to life in this faithful stage adaptation where Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the other Peanuts grapple with the real meaning of Christmas. When Charlie Brown complains about the overwhelming materialism he sees among everyone during the Christmas season, Lucy suggests that he become the director of the school Christmas pageant. Charlie Brown accepts, but this proves to be a frustrating endeavor. When an attempt to restore the proper holiday spirit with a forlorn little Christmas fir tree fails, he needs Linus's help to learn what the real meaning of Christmas is.

The Youth Ensemble includes: Colby Stoner (Mill Hall) as Charlie Brown, Madi Meeker (Lock Haven) as Snoopy, Olivia Hanna (Lock Haven) as Lucy, Garrett Cunningham (Lock Haven) as Linus, Kendall Eichenlaub (Lock Haven) as Pig Pen, Jessica Pergallini (Lock Haven) as Frieda, Elizabeth Shaffer (Jersey Shore) as Schroeder, Megan Spencer (Lock Haven) as Violet, Aimee Hunsinger (Mill Hall) as Sally, Jessica Spencer (Lock Haven) as Patty, Elana Shaffer (Jersey Shore) as Shermy, Daisy Samples (Westfeild) as Woodstock. Also Featuring: Kenetcha Long (Lock Haven), Kaylee Munro (Beech Creek), Emily Everett (Lock Haven), Olivia Miller (Lock Haven).

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS is by Charles M. Schulz. Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee Mendelson, the Stage Adaptation is by Eric Schaeffer by special arrangement.

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS will be performed on December 11th and 12th at 7:00pm at the Sloan Fine Arts Building on the Lock Haven University campus. The Production will be co-directed by Artistic Director, David E. Leidholdt and Artistic Associate, Matt Spencer. Spencer will also serve as the choreographer, Music Direction is by Martena Rogers, Set and Lighting Design by Ethan Vail and the Production Stage Manger is Alisha Tyler-Lohr.

Tickets are $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for Students and Children. A Family Pack is available for $40, which includes 2 adults and 2 children. For tickets, please visit www.millbrookplayhouse.org or call 570-748-8083. Please note that off-season box office hours are limited, please leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as possible. Holiday Gift Certificates are available.

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