WST Presents DIARY OF A WORM, SPIDER AND A FLY, 3/30-4/13

Kids and their favorite grownups live a day in a big bug's world with WST for Kids' production of Diary of a Worm, a Spider and a Fly. Doreen Cronin's popular children's books come to life in an hour-long musical adaptation of Diary of a Worm... performed LIVE at Walnut Street Theatre, March 30 through April 13, 2013.

In this hilarious rock-n-roll romp, children take a look at the world through a bug's perspective. Is Spider getting too big for his own skin? Will Fly find her superhero powers in time to save her Aunt Rita from danger? Will Worm learn to stand on his own two feet? Get to know these unlikely friends and you might find that a bug's life is not that different from your own. Audiences will love the wild adventures of Worm, Spider, and Fly, as they learn about the value of friendship and the unique talent inside each of us!

Based on the award-winning books written by Doreen Cronin, with illustrations by Harry Bliss, Diary of a Worm, a Spider and a Fly was originally commissioned by Oregon Children's Theatre and was first produced in 2010. The book, lyrics and music were written by Joan
Cushing who has written many musical adaptations of children's stories including Miss Nelson is Missing and Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business!

Director Noah Herman is excited to make his Walnut directorial debut with this hip, playful exploration of the world outside. Herman spoke about his enthusiasm surrounding this production, "The show is a delightful blend of comedy, relatable characters and enriching lessons which are perfect for young theatergoers and their families and friends!" He also noted, "The more I read the play, the funnier I find it. I can't wait to bring the humor to life on stage and hear the theatre fill with laughter." Herman's debut is especially noteworthy as he was a student at theatre school, then a Camp Walnut counselor and went on to direct Camp Walnut's 2012 production of The Tempest.

Walnut is delighted to bring back Music and Vocal Director, Mark Yurkanin, who most recently worked on the WST for Kids' production of Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day. Choreographer Samuel Antonio Reyes (Alexander, A Christmas Carol) also returns to help our insect friends buzz to the beat.

For more information visit www.walnutstreettheatre.org

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