Now Playing Onstage in Cleveland - Week of 10/28/2012
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HAIRSPRAY
XAVIER UNIVERSITY
10/19-11/3/2012
The 1950's are out and change is in the air! HAIRSPRAY, winner of 8 Tony Awards including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical piled bouffant high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs.It's 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen Tracy Turnblad has only one desire -- to dance on the popular Corny Collins Show. When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network, all without denting her 'do!HAIRSPRAY is ideal for a large cast of strong singers and dancers. It provides great opportunities in terms of set design, costuming, and lighting choices.
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LES MISERABLES SCHOOL EDITION
WESTERN RESERVE ACADEMY
11/2-11/4/2012
Broadway?s legendary musical has been specially adapted to meet the
needs of young performers. This author-approved edition has been
abridged to a running time of just over two hours, while carefully
maintaining the integrity of one the greatest musicals ever written.This
epic story recounts the struggle against adversity in 19th century
France. Imprisoned for stealing a loaf of bread, petty thief Jean
Valjean is released from his 19-year term and not only becomes and
honest man, but the mayor of a prosperous town and a loving adoptive
father - violating his parole in the process. The relentless Inspector
Javert, who makes a decent life for Valjean impossible, consequently
pursues him. Only years later, after Valjean proves his mettle during a
bloody student uprising and saves the life of a young man hopelessly in
love with Valjean?s adopted daughter, does the ex-convict finally feel
fully redeemed.Originally adapted from Victor Hugo?s timeless novel, LES MISÉRABLES SCHOOL EDITION introduces a new generation to the grand and inspirational story that has touched the hearts of millions. For, within LES MISÉRABLES SCHOOL EDITION
lies the universal truth ?To love another person is to see the face of
God? and this message is sure to have a lasting impact on your cast,
crew, audience, and school alike.
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THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA
Cleveland Heights High School
11/1-11/4/2012
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Charles Hart, additional lyrics by Richard Stilgoe, and a book by Lloyd Webber and Stilgoe. Based on the classic novel ?Le Fantôme de l?Opéra? by Gaston Leroux, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA tells the story of a masked figure who lurks beneath the catacombs of the Paris Opera House, exercising a reign of terror over all who inhabit it. He falls madly in love with an innocent young soprano, Christine, and devotes himself to creating a new star by nurturing her extraordinary talents and by employing all of the devious methods at his command. Its sensational score includes 'Think of Me,' 'Angel of Music,' 'Music of the Night,' 'All I Ask of You,' 'Masquerade' and the title song. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber; Lyrics by Charles Hart; Additional Lyrics by Richard Stilgoe; Book by Andrew Lloyd Webber & Richard Stilgoe; Based on `Le FantFor more information on Cleveland Heights High School, click hereFor more information on The Phantom of the Opera, click here
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SINGIN' IN THE RAIN
ZANESVILLE COMMUNITY THEATRE
11/2-11/11/2012
You remember the plot. You love the characters. You know "the song."
It's no less than the stage adaptation of one of the most celebrated and
beloved films of all time.1920's Hollywood is the setting for
this zany, light-hearted romantic comedy about the early days of sound
film, when many a movie studio found itself scrambling to salvage the
career of its chipmunk-voiced silent picture star.The MGM classic has been faithfully and lovingly adapted by Broadway legends Betty Comden and Adolph Green
from their original award-winning screenplay. Each unforgettable
scene, song and dance, is accounted for, including the showstopping
title number, complete with an onstage rainstorm! Hilarious situations,
snappy dialogue, and a hit-parade score of Hollywood standards make SINGIN' IN THE RAIN the perfect entertainment for any fan of the golden age of movie musicals.
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ROCKY HORROR SHOW
E. Turner Stump Theatre
11/2-11/11/2012
"Let's do the time-warp!"
Everyone's favorite cult classic is coming to Kent State! This sexy, wild, campy interactive rock musical tells the strange journey of innocent young couple Brad and Janet who encounter a mad transvestite scientist, Dr. Frank N. Furter, and his new creation, Rocky Horror. Get ready for a theatrical event that combines B Movie horror with a big rock n' roll party!
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GODSPELL
INDEPENDENCE COMMUNITY THEATRE
11/2-11/17/2012
Conceived and originally directed by John Michael Tebelak, with music and new lyrics by
Stephen Schwartz, GODSPELL is one of the biggest off-Broadway and Broadway successes of all time.Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, and featuring a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, GODSPELL boasts
a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit, "Day By
Day." As the cast performs "Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord," "Learn
Your Lessons Well," "All For The Best," "All Good Gifts," "Turn Back, O
Man" and "By My Side," the parables of Jesus Christ come humanly and
hearteningly to life.Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville, GODSPELL is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love.GODSPELL RETURNS
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