by Karen Woodford
Directed by Donna Bane
In this modern twist of a favorite, Prince Owen is depressed. He’s ready to go to college and study computers (after all, the Kingdom of Kravitz is the only kingdom without a webpage!), but tradition dictates that he attend a ball in honor of his graduation and choose a bride.
by Maurice Sendak, adapted by Marla Miller
Directed by Vanessa Pearson
The story follows Max, nicknamed “Wild Thing” by his mother after causing mischief, sent to his bed without supper. While in his bedroom, he is whisked off to the place where the wild things are and where he names himself king. After a lot of rumpus, Max sends them all to bed and returns home where someone loves him best of all.
Comedy by Josefina López
Directed by Crystal Elise Mata
Set in a tiny sewing factory in East Los Angeles in September 1987. Told from the point of view of Ana, the youngest employee at the factory, who yearns to go to college, but doesn’t have the money. The action follows the course of a summer at the factory, as the women talk about their lives, loves and deepest desires while attempting to meet impossible production deadlines.
License: The Dramatic Publishing Company of Woodstock, Illinois
Directed by Renea Runnels
The Spirit of Christmas, a holiday show for the entire family.
Comedy by Sean Grennan
Directed by Danielle Knight
Based on a true story, heart transplant recipient Joy enters a downward spiral, unsure whether she truly deserves a second chance. Meanwhile, Alice and Hank mourn the loss of their son, Jack, whose heart was used to save Joy. At a friend’s urging, Joy tracks down Jack’s family to find closure. But are Alice, Hank, and their daughter Sammy ready to accept Jack’s death?
License: Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)
Romantic Comedy by Mark St. Germain
Directed by Gregory R. Brown
Ever, a young man with Asperger’s syndrome, seeks the instruction of a Broadway dancer to learn enough dancing to survive an awards dinner. The dancer, Senga, however, is recovering from an injury that may stop her dancing career permanently. As their relationship unfolds, they’re both caught off-guard by the discoveries—both hilarious and heartwarming—that they make about each other and about themselves.
License: Playscripts, Inc. (www.playscripts.com)
A Comedy adapted by Patrick Barlow
Directed by Lanier Young
Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have The 39 Steps. A fast-paced, whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theatre! Tony® and Drama Desk Award winner.
License: Samuel French, Inc.
A Comedy/Drama by Sean Grennan,
Directed by Danielle Knight
The play follows one typical American family over the course of thirty years’ worth of holidays. Starting in1980, Ruthie and Bill’s grown children all return home, where we learn of their plans and dreams as they embark on their adult lives. As time passes, the family discovers that, despite what we may have in mind, we often arrive at unexpected destinations.
License: Playscripts, Inc.
A Comedy/Drama by Jean Ciampi
Directed by Julie Owen
A touchingly honest and, at times, zany look at the potentially brutal challenges of aging. It tells the poignant story of Gretchen and Thomas, her dream, an ill-gotten pair of handcuffs, a diagnosis, and the adult children who must walk the delicate line of parenting their parents.
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By Helen Spencer
The schoolchildren are looking forward with excitement to the summer holidays, except for Marty whose mom has boring plans for the family. We join Marty on an emotional journey, as he learns a few lessons in what is really important.
