SteppingStone Theatre Presents THE STINKY CHEESE MAN 7/9-8/1

The Stinky Cheese Man by Kent Stephens with Music by Gary Rue. Based on the popular book by Jon Scieszka July 9 August 1, 2010

A classic offbeat tale full of frenzied fun, SteppingStone Theatre's production of The Stinky Cheese Man is the perfect summer theatre experience for young and old alike.

When a little old man and a little old woman want a child, they make one out of cheese! Add olives for eyes, and a strip of bacon for the mouth, and bake for an hour and you get a stinky friend for life. The play is based on Jon Scieszka¹s popular book, and commissioned by SteppingStone¹s Artistic Director Richard Hitchler. Playwright Kent Stephens has kept the joy of the original, but renewed it with fresh enthusiasm and magic.

As Richard Hitchler says, The Stinky Cheese Man is a playful and witty takeoff of traditional fairy tales told the very same way that children enjoy telling stories. It is a perfect introduction to the world of theatre through imagination, storytelling, and familiar characters. Parents love this story as much as their children.

Hitchler goes on to say, "We commissioned the play back in 1998, and since then it has really taken on a life of its own. We¹ve been proud and excited to see our creation performed around the country. A few years ago, it was even performed in Shanghai, China!"

SteppingStone Theatre¹s productions are professionally created and produced, with talents drawn from the best in the Twin Cities and throughout the U.S. The young actors are rigorously trained, but remain fresh and vibrant, bringing their joy and sense of fun to all SteppingStone's productions. Enjoyed by all ages, adults as well as children, SteppingStone's productions are affordable, high-quality entertainment.

All performances of The Stinky Cheese Man are in SteppingStone Theatre's new home, a beautifully renovated 100-year-old architectural gEm Located at 55 Victoria Street North, one block north of Summit Avenue in the Historic Hill District of St. Paul.

The Stinky Cheese Man is appropriate for all ages. SteppingStone Theatre is fully-accessible to persons with disabilities, and has regularly-scheduled ASL & Audio Described performances. Interpreters can be scheduled for other performances at no additional cost upon request. For more information, call 651-225-9265.

Ticket Prices:
Adults: $11.00, Children & Seniors: $9.00
Groups 20+: $7.00 (scholarships available)
Purchase your tickets in advance online and pay just $7.00 per ticket
(buy before 8:00pm Thursday evenings for weekend shows)

Performance times and tickets are available at (651) 225-9265 or www.steppingstonetheatre.org <http://www.steppingstonetheatre.org/> .

Dates & Times
Friday, July 9 7 pm
Saturday, July 10 3 pm
Sunday, July 11 3 pm
Wednesday, July 14 10 am & noon
Thursday, July 15 10 am & noon
Friday, July 16 10 am & noon
Saturday, July 17 7 pm
Sunday, July 18 3 pm (ASL Interpreted performance)
Tuesday, July 20 10 am & noon
Wednesday, July 21 10 am & noon
Thursday, July 22 10 am & noon
Friday, July 23 7 pm (Audio Described performance)
Saturday, July 24 - 7 pm
Sunday, July 25 3 pm
Wednesday, July 28 10 am & noon
Thursday, July 29 10 am & noon
Friday, July 30 10 am & noon
Saturday, July 31 7 pm
Sunday, August 1 3 pm

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