Town Hall Theater's Young Company to Present JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, 7/24-25

The Bible is a collection of stories, so it's not surprising that it's been the source for a number of Broadway musicals, from Jesus Christ Superstar to the recent Children of Eden. Perhaps the finest example is Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, the delightful Andrew Lloyd Webber musical based on a story from the Book of Genesis.

This hilarious, tuneful musical will be presented by Town Hall Theater's Young Company on July 24 and 25. The show is directed by THT artistic director Douglas Anderson, the first time he's worked with THT's Young Company.

"I've got to tell you that the last time I worked with teenagers I was a teenager myself," said Anderson. "I was actually a little nervous about this project, but these kids are sharp and hard-working and just a joy to have around. I'm having a terrific time."

The talented young cast includes Noah Bessette, Gabe Cason, Chloe Clark, Louisa Funk, Liz Gamble, Kay Hoffman, Katie Isham, Lily Isham, Oliver Lewis, Emma McCright, Sophie McCright, Cassie Melchior, and Natalie Strand, with Takumi Melchior and Peter Ozrech as tech crew.

Middlebury College student Jack DesBois, this summer's THT intern, turns up in a variety of roles. Helen and Jack Weston are at the keyboards. Alicia Evancho created the lively choreography.

"I could say that this is a really good show with young actors, but honestly it doesn't need the qualification. It's just a really good show, period," says Anderson. "The script and score are delightful, and these kids play it with a lot of chutzpah."

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat will be performed on Friday and Saturday, July 24-25, at 7 pm. Tickets are $10/$5 for people 12 and under, and may be purchased at 802 382-9222, www.townhalltheater.org, at the THT Box Office (Mon-Sat, noon-5 pm) and at the door.