Celebrated Children's Author Judith Viorst Writes Orlando Shakespeare Theater's Latest Musical

Orlando Shakespeare Theater (Orlando Shakes) in Partnership with UCF presents the musical adaptation of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day in the Margeson Theater from April 5 - May 5, 2018. Tickets ($9 - $20) are available now by phone (407) 447-1700 ext. 1, online www.orlandoshakes.org, or in person at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center (812 East Rollins Street).

Alexander is having a bad day. A terrible day. A horrible day. To be quite honest, it's a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. But then, everybody has bad days sometimes. In this delightful adaptation of her popular book, Judith Viorst sets Alexander's childhood challenges to music and brings to the stage one of America's feistiest characters. Alexander's struggles with life's daily dramas will not only entertain, but educate young audiences as they identify with Alexander and the obstacles he encounters, encouraging them to share their feelings and to realize that bad days happen to everyone.

"With the words and lyrics of Judith Viorst and a peppy score by Shelly Markham, this adaptation will place audiences in the the middle of Alexander's no good, very bad day," says Brandon Yagel, the show's director and Education Coordinator at Orlando Shakes. "Alexander, along with the audience, learn throughout the story that the best way to react to bad days is to forgive, forget, and focus on tomorrow. Because everyone has bad days...even in Australia."

Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day features Joshua Parrott as Alexander, Helena Whittaker as Mother/Mrs. Dickens, Isiah Columbus as Father/Dr. Fields/Shoe Salesman, Alexis Harter as Nick/Phillip/Becky, Austin Larkin as Anthony/Paul, and Junior Nyong'o as Albert/Kangaroo/Shoe Store Assistant.

The Orlando Shakes artistic team includes Director Brandon Yagel, Musical Director Megan Tsurumaki, Choreographer Spencer Morrow, Set Designer Alex Whittenberg, Lighting Designer Mary Heffernan, Costume Designer Mel Barger, Sound Designer Britt Sandusky, and Stage Manager Alyssa Will Zegers.

This project is funded in part by Orange County Government through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program. Orlando Shakespeare Theater is supported by United Arts of Central Florida, host of OrlandoAtPlay.com and UAArtsEd.com. This project is sponsored in part by the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the State of Florida.

PERFORMANCE INFORMATION AND RELATED EVENTS

Preview Dates - April 5-6, 2018 at 10:15 a.m. and 12 p.m.

Opening Date - April 7, 2018 at 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Sensory Friendly - April 28, 2018 at 2 p.m. & May 2, 2018 at 10:30 a.m.

ASL Interpreted - April 21, 2018 at 2 p.m.

OPENING DAY CELEBRATION - Saturday, April 7, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Join us one hour before both opening day performances to take part in free crafts and activities. Free to all opening day ticket holders. No RSVP required.

SENSORY FRIENDLY PERFORMANCE - Saturday, April 28, 2018 at 2 p.m. & Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 10:30 a.m.

Orlando Shakes invites families with children that have sensory, social, cognitive, or physical challenges to participate in our Sensory Friendly performance. In addition to lighting, sound, and vocal cues being adjusted, patrons will be able to exit the theater with ease during the performance should their child become overwhelmed. Social stories and other resources will also be available to patrons via Orlando Shakes website prior to the performance.

This VSA program is provided in 2017-2018 under a contract with The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

ASL SHADOW INTERPRETED PERFORMANCE - Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 2 p.m.

A sign language interpreter shadows each actor, providing a rich theater experience for our patrons who use sign language. This is also an excellent experience for hearing theater patrons as well, as they will be able to enjoy a new and different style of theater.

SHAKE OUT THE SILLIES

Join members of the cast for interactive pre-show fun for the whole family. The fun starts 10-15 minutes prior to every performance.

AUTOGRAPH SESSIONS

Stick around after Saturday performances of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day for a special autograph session with the stars of the show.

TICKET INFORMATION

PRICING

Tuesday - Friday at 10:15 a.m.; 10:30 a.m.; 12 p.m. - $9

Saturday at 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. - $14 children; $20 adults

DISCOUNTS

Group Sales: Up to 20% off groups of 10+

Student Matinee: Purchase 10 tickets and the 11th ticket is free during select weekday performances

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