INTO THE WOODS To Replace COMPANY In 10/09

Directed by Brad Rondeau, this tale begins with three stories, two of them well-known fairy tales, and one not quite as recognized, all involving wishes. Dirty and hard-worked Cinderella wishes to go to the festival, Jack (from the beanstalk story) wishes his cow would give milk, and the baker and his wife wish their futile attempts at starting a family would finally result in a pregnancy. Though many characters’ stories come and go in the first act, they all revolve around the baker and his wife trying to reverse a curse set on them by an ugly witch, who sends them on a wild goose chase to find three coveted items that will bring her what she’s been longing for: youth.  Join these and other characters like, Rapunzel, The Wolf, Red Riding Hood, Prince Charming, Snow White, Sleeping Beauty and the Three Little Pigs, on a grown-up journey through times greatest fairy tale.  Memorable songs from the show include: Children Will Listen, Agony, Your Fault and Giants in the Sky.  This show is being Assistant Directed by Stephanie Heslip and Heidi Miles, Produced by Laura Clark, Ann Langford, Lisa Stahl and Lynn Wilde and Music Direction by Jill Quagliata.

This show is recommended for ages 13 and older due to its graphic and exciting content.

This popular modern-classic musical by Stephen Sondheim, premiered on Broadway in 1987.   The outstanding show was nominated for 10 Tony Awards, while winning Best Score, Best Book, and Best Actress in a Musical (Joanna Gleason).

Anyone interested in auditioning should prepare a short song (one verse only) from memory that showcases their vocal talent.  Please note that Into the Woods will require some over the summer rehearsal, September rehearsals, a few Saturday rehearsals and up to but not limited to 3-4 nights a week in October.  Bring ALL conflicts from early July thru the end of October.  Conflicts will be considered in casting.

Auditions will be June 9th and 10th and held at the Jane Tasch Theatre in Pinckney.

For additional information please call Brad at 517.546.0726

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