Orlando Shakes to Stage Special Easter Performance of JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH

Orlando Shakes welcomes Central Florida families to a fun afternoon at the Theater this Easter Sunday at 2 p.m. (pre-show activities begin at 1 p.m.) at the Lowndes Shakespeare Center, Margeson Theater, 812 E. Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32803.

Prior to the April 5th matinee of the Children's Series production James and the Giant Peach, guests are invited to participate in free Easter-themed arts and crafts, as well as a treat-filled egg hunt in the outdoor Darden Courtyard. Pre-show activities free to all April 5th ticket holders.

After the performance, guests are invited to take photos with members of the James in the Giant Peach cast in a free autograph session.

Tickets to the performance ($12 Children; $15 Adults) can be purchased online at www.orlandoshakes.org, over the phone at (407) 447-1700 ext. 1, or in person at 812 East Rollins Street. Discounts available for groups of 10+.

Founded in 1989, Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF produces classic, contemporary, and children's plays and musicals. Under the leadership of Artistic Director Jim Helsinger and Managing Director PJ Albert, Orlando Shakes has grown into one of the region's most acclaimed professional Equity theaters, garnering national recognition from The Wall Street Journal's Terry Teachout. "Hence the high quality of Orlando Shakespeare, a company that deserves to be far more widely known outside Florida." With ambitious, high-caliber productions like 2014's The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, Parts I & II or 2008's chilling Macbeth performed "in the round", the Theater continues to provide an innovative world-class theatrical experience to its guests, while showcasing William Shakespeare's legacy as the cornerstone of the company. Orlando Shakes also offers immersive educational programming that serves Central Florida schools and the local community at large. For more information visit www.orlandoshakes.org.

Photo Credit: Landon St. Gordon