MAMMA MIA!, NEWSIES, WEST SIDE STORY and More Set for Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre's 2017 Season

Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre has announced its 50th Anniversary, 2017 summer season, line-up.

Opening it all is Mamma Mia! on June 9th. This sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, to create an unforgettable show!

Next to open is Disney's Newsies on June 16th. Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a ragged band of teenaged "newsies", finds a cause to fight for as Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst raise distribution prices at the newsboys' expense. Jack rallies newsies from across New York City to strike for what's right. Newsies is a David-versus-Goliath struggle suitable for the whole family.

West Side Story opens June 30th and completes our summer rotation. West Side Story is a classic of American theatre. Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is transported to 20th century New York City as two idealistic lovers find themselves caught between warring street gangs. Their struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice is one of the most innovative, heart-wrenching and relevant musical dramas of our time.

Finally, Almost Heaven: Songs of John Denver opens September 1st for the fall season. Almost Heaven weaves together the songs of John Denver to create a uniquely theatrical narrative that reflects upon the country during the years in which he wrote them and the events taking place in Denver's life at that time. The fall season, in Grand Lake, listening to John Denver's music may be the perfect way to wrap-up Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre's 50th Anniversary season.

Mark your calendars, tickets go on sale starting March 8th! You can call the box office, 970-627-3421, stop by the administrative office - behind the theatre on Vine Street - or go online www.RockyMountainRep.com.