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Fame Jr.
Fame Jr Conceived and Developed by David De Silva Book by José Fernandez Lyrics byJacques Levy Music by Steve Margoshes Set during the last years of New York City’s celebrated High School for the Performing Arts in the early 1980s, Fame JR. is the bittersweet, but ultimately inspiring, story of a diverse group of students who commit to four years of grueling artistic and academic work. With candor, humor and insight, the show explores the issues that confront many young people today.
Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr.
Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. Music and Lyrics by Danny Elfman, Sammy Fain, Bob Hilliard, Oliver Wallace, Cy Coben, Michael Abbott, Sarah Weeks, Mack David, Al Hoffman, Jerry Livingston Featuring an all rookie cast with free tickets to the public performances Tickets Free-Of-Charge on a First Come First Served Basis Available February 17, 2025 at thalian.org or 910-251-1788 Fall down the rabbit hole with Alice as she navigates the curious world of Wonderland on a journey of self-discovery. When young Alice finds herself in a strange world where everything seems upside down, she must find her way home…and find herself along the way. As she travels through Wonderland, she encounters all of the iconic characters that audiences have come to love: including the ever-tardy White Rabbit, the grinning Cheshire Cat, a cool Caterpillar, the wacky Mad Hatter, and the hot-tempered Queen of Hearts Thalian Youth Theatre Show Tickets Free to the Public “Rookie” Production of Disney’s Alice In Wonderland Jr. Features Free Audition Workshop and Performances WILMINGTON, NC – Thalian Association Community Theatre has very special plans for the 4th show of the 2024-2025 Youth Theatre season. Disney’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. will feature an all-rookie cast with all seats for the six performances free to the public on a first come basis. Our goal is to make the magic of live theatre accessible to all families to experience together! The production will be performed on the 2nd Street Stage at the Hannah Block Historic USO/Community Arts Center, Mar. 7 – 16, 2025. Shows are scheduled Fri. – Sat. at 7:30 pm with Sun. matinees at 3:00 pm. Free tickets will first be available to area youth organizations in January then open to everyone on a first come basis on February 17th. Tickets can be reserved at 910-251-1788 or thalian.org. In addition to the six public shows, two daytime school performances will be offered with teaching resources to support classroom learning. The production of Alice in Wonderland Jr. with free public performances is supported by generous funding from the Arts Council of Wilmington & New Hanover County and the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Dept. of Natural and Cultural Resources. The rookie program was created in 2023 to give youth who have never been cast in a Thalian Association production the chance to participate in a Youth Theatre show. All roles are available for ages 7 through high school seniors. A special how-to video and flyer explaining the audition process will be distributed to area youth organizations and posted on thalian.org. New this year is a free audition workshop led by Artistic Director Chandler Davis and Director Emily Graham that will be offered at the HBHUSO/Community Arts Center, Saturday November 16th, 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Parents are invited to attend a thirty minute information session following the workshop. The audition, also at the HBHUSO/Community Arts Center, will be January 18th, starting at 10:00 am. Young performers interested in the workshop or audition can register by calling 910-251-1788. The benefits of theatre participation are well documented, improved reading comprehension, support of … » Continue Reading
Willy Wonka Jr.
Willy Wonka Jr Adapted for the stage by Leslie Bricusse & Timothy Allen McDonald Lyrics and Music by Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley Based on the book, “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” by Roald Dahl Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats, but the fifth is a likeable young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka’s rules in the factory — or suffer the consequences.
Anastasia: The Musical
Anastasia: The Musical Book by Terrence McNally Music by Stephen Flaherty Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family. View The Program
Legally Blonde
LEGALLY BLONDE Music and Lyrics by LAURENCE O’KEEFE and NELL BENJAMIN Book by HEATHER HACH Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Golden-Mayer motion picture A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school.
Disney & Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins
Mary Poppins Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman Robert B. Sherman Book by Julian Fellowes New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by Anthony Drewe George Stiles Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh A Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film Book by Heather Hach Music and Lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe Nell Benjamin Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins received nominations for nine Olivier and seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical. The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again.
A Few Good Men
A Few Good Men By Aaron Sorkin Aaron Sorkin’s groundbreaking debut tells the story of a group of military lawyers assigned to defend two Marines in Guantanamo Bay. During the course of the trial, they uncover a high-level conspiracy designed to eliminate weaker soldiers in the name of patriotism.
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas
Irving Berlin’s White Christmas Music and Lyrics by Irving Berlin Book by David Ives and Paul Blake Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil’s former army commander. With a dazzling score featuring well-known standards including “Blue Skies,” “I Love A Piano,” “How Deep Is the Ocean” and the perennial title song, White Christmas is an uplifting, wholesome musical that will delight audiences of all ages. THANK YOU TO OUR CO-PRODUCER THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NC EAST!