2019-2020 SEASON
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A DOLL'S HOUSE PART 2
By Lucas Hnath Directed by Gordon Wiener In the final scene of Ibsen’s 1879 ground-breaking masterwork, Nora Helmer makes the shocking decision to leave her husband and children and begin a life on her own. A Doll’s House, Part 2 dares to wonder what Ibsen’s Nora has been up to since she slammed the door. Called “the best play of the year” by The New York Times, it explores the emotional chaos that results when Nora returns 15 years later to the family she left behind. “An explosive new play,” says The Hollywood Reporter. Coming to the Playhouse November 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 & 16 at 8:00 pm November 3 & 10 at 2:00 pm |
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FROZEN JR.
Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez Book by Jennifer Lee Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck & Jennifer Lee Directed and Choreographed by Jessica Lombardi Musical Direction by Courtney Hirschey Based on the 2018 Broadway musical, Frozen JR. brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production. Through a story of true love and acceptance, Princesses Anna and Elsa discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood in the face of danger. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart! Coming to The Playhouse December 6, 7, 13 & 14 at 7:30 pm December 7, 8, 14 & 15 at 2:00 pm December 8 & 15 at 4:30 pm |
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THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
By Frances Goodrich and Albert Hackett Adapted By Wendy Kesselman Directed by Karen Thornton This enduring tale of hope captures the claustrophobic realities of eight people hiding from the Nazis in a concealed storage attic in war-torn Amsterdam. Anne’s daily existence – her fears, her hopes, her laughter, her grief and her family’s desperate attempt to preserve humanity in an inhumane world – drive this transcendently powerful true-life tale. This gripping new adaptation includes newly discovered writings from Anne’s diary. Coming to The Playhouse February 28 & 29, March 6, 7, 13 & 14 at 8:00 pm March 1 & 8 at 2:00 pm |
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THE WOMEN
By Clare Boothe Luce Directed by George Seylaz Set in the 1930s in the glamorous Park Avenue world of New York City, this satirical, all-woman play illuminates the pampered lives and power struggles of various wealthy Manhattan socialites and the gossip that propels and damages their relationships. The Women is filled with razor-sharp dialogue and social commentary particular to its time, but its themes -- marriage and divorce, socio-economic class, female friendship, standards of beauty and the role of women in society -- remain stunningly relevant today. Coming to The Playhouse May 1, 2, 8, 9, 15 & 16 at 8:00 pm May 3 & 17 at 2:00 pm |
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MADAGASCAR JR
Book by Kevin Del Aguila Original Music and Lyrics by George Noriega & Joel Someillan Directed by Matthew Green Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo and those plotting penguins as they bound onto our stage in this musical adventure. Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR. follows all of your favorite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar. Filled with outlandish characters, and an upbeat score, Madagascar JR. will make you “Move It, Move It!” Coming to The Playhouse July 9-12, 2020 |
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ROCK OF AGES
Book by Chris D'Arienzo Directed by Matthew Green The five-time Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical ROCK OF AGES tells the story of a small-town girl, a city boy, and a rock ‘n’ roll romance on the Sunset Strip. But when the bar where rock reigns supreme is set to be demolished, it’s up to these wannabe rockers and their band of friends to save the day — and the music. ROCK OF AGES’ electric score features all your favorite ’80s rock anthems and power ballads, so get ready to rock and roll all night...or at least until the curtain goes down. Coming to The Playhouse July 24-August 2, 2020 |
