Cole Porter Musical ANYTHING GOES to Hit Maltz Jupiter Theatre

The high-energy tap-dance extravaganza ANYTHING GOES is set to sparkle on the Maltz Jupiter Theatre stage for two nights only!

With performances May 13 and 14, ANYTHING GOES features 46 local teens in grades 6 -12 from the Maltz Jupiter Theatre Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts. Directed by Conservatory instructor Lea Roy, the musical features choreography by Broadway veteran Brian Andrews and music direction by John Mercurio.

Featuring music and lyrics by Cole Porter and book by Guy Bolton and P.G. Wodehouse (later revised by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse), the 1934 musical tells the story of a mad-cap voyage on an ocean liner bound from New York to London. The story weaves the tale of Billy Crocker, a stowaway in love with heiress Hope Harcourt, who is engaged to Lord Evelyn Oakleigh. Nightclub singer Reno Sweeney and "Public Enemy No. 13" Moonface Martin help Billy in his quest to win the girl of his dreams.

Brimming with such memorable songs as "You're the Top," "I Get a Kick Out of You" and "ANYTHING GOES," the musical will feature a full professional orchestra, toe-tapping tunes and unforgettable high-energy tap dancing.

"ANYTHING GOES is a hilarious, zany love story that's perfect for a local night out," said Roy, who has been working with the young performers since January. "Brian Andrews' brilliant tap choreography and the students' dazzling performance will leave theatregoers spellbound and inspired by the talents of our young performers. Bring your friends and enjoy this madcap journey aboard a cruise ship on the Maltz Jupiter Theatre's stage!"

The musical features design elements from a host of industry professionals, including scenic and properties design by the Theatre's properties master Casey Blanton, sound design by the Theatre's resident sound designer Marty Mets, lighting design by Ardean Landuis and costume design by Jerry Sturdefant.

"We're proud to offer students the unique opportunity to receive a complete professional theatre experience when they take part in our programs," said Julie Rowe, the Theatre's director of education. "Our students train with Broadway professionals and then are able to experience professional production values: sets, costumes, lights and a full orchestra. Enrollment fees are all-inclusive, covering all costumes and performance-related costs."

Showtimes for the Conservatory's upcoming production of ANYTHING GOES are 7:30 p.m on Friday, May 13, and Saturday, May 14. Tickets are $25 for adults; $20 for children. For tickets, call the Theatre's box office at (561) 575-2223 or visit www.jupitertheatre.org.

Drawing nearly 600 students per year, the Maltz Jupiter Theatre Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts is a premiere professional Conservatory that offers a challenging, innovative and quality theatre experience to students of all ages and abilities. In addition to a full schedule of classes, the Conservatory's hands-on workshops and master classes offer students an opportunity to learn first-hand from nationally known directors and Broadway performers, agents and local instructors. More than 25 percent of the Conservatory's students receive scholarships. For more information about the Conservatory including a full schedule of classes, visit www.jupitertheatre.org/education.

The not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre has become one of Florida's preeminent professional theatres, committed to production and education through its collaborations with local and national artists. Currently the state's largest award-winning regional theatre, the Theatre draws 100,000 people annually, serves a subscription base of nearly 7,600 and has world-class classroom facilities in support of its Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts, which serves hundreds of youth and adults. The Theatre is a member of the prestigious League of Resident Theatres and has earned numerous Carbonell Awards, South Florida's highest honor for artistic excellence, including the prestigious Bill Von Maurer Award for Theatrical Excellence.

Photo Credit: Janie Willison

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