Performed by the Bluegrass Players Intergenerational Troupe
Appropriate for all ages.
“It’s time to let your hair down, have a little fun,” chimes the company in the opening number of this fresh, vivacious musical adaptation of a popular tale. Rene Shwartzbuckle sings to her husband, Walt, about her zany obsession with a turnip-like vegetable called ’rapunzel.’ After spotting a delectable patch of the plant in Witch Izwitch’s garden, Rene sends Walt to ’borrow’ some. The irritated witch has her malicious henchmen, the Glumpwarts, terrorize Walt. In fear, he promises to give his firstborn child to the witch in exchange for his own freedom.
It’s our heroine’s 18th birthday, and Witch Izwitch follows through with her promise and places poor Rapunzel alone in a tower. From here, an exuberant, amusing rescue attempt begins! Can Prince Llewellyn persevere over the powers of evil? Will the fresh, hysterical characters be able to help? And can Rapunzel convince the witch that it’s okay to be unique? Filled with an abundant supply of delightful songs like ’Just Because You’re Different,’ ’I’m a Nut’ and, of course, ’Let Your Hair Down,’ this show is zestful entertainment!
Performances
Friday, Jan 20 – 7:00 pm Pay What You Can Tickets are available online 2 hours before showtime. Jan 20th
Saturday, Jan 21 – 7:00 pm Spotlight Night – Spotlight students save 50% off the regular Spotlight student ticket price. Jan 21st
Sunday, Jan 22 – 2:00 pm
Friday, Jan 27 – 7:00 pm Senior Night – Save 50% off the regular senior ticket price. Jan 27th
Saturday, Jan 28 – 7:00 pm Spotlight Night – Spotlight students save 50% off the regular Spotlight student ticket price. Jan 28th
Performed by Spotlight Acting School Students age 14-18
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this “masterpeach” of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic.
When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that grows a tremendous peach, rolls into the ocean and launches a journey of enormous proportions. James befriends a collection of singing insects that ride the giant piece of fruit across the ocean, facing hunger, sharks and plenty of disagreements along the way.
Performances:
Friday, Feb 3rd – 7:00 pm Pay What You Can Tickets are available online 2 hours before showtime. Feb 3rd
Join the Spotlight Acting School STARS program as they present their annual Valentine’s cabaret. Packed with lively dance numbers and delightful songs this year’s show is sure to be a hit.
STARS – Spotlight theatrical arts repertoire school is the program of the spotlight acting school dedicated to students who wish to further their knowledge of the performing arts or pursue a career in the field.
Performances:
Friday, February 17 – 7:00 PM Pay What You Can – Tickets are available online 2 hours before showtime. Feb 17th
Plays and performances will be announced on March, 18th
Tickets for single performances will be available immediately following the announcement.
A Festival Pass will include all performances and workshops.
Tentative Schedule:
Sunday – May 7 Break-a-leg 5K – 9:00 am Romeo and Juliet Performance – 2:00 pm Festival of Short Plays Opening Reception – 5:00 pm Festival Performances – 7:00 pm
Monday – May 8 Festival Workshop (TBA) – 6:00 pm Festival Performances – 7:00 pm
Tuesday – May 9 Festival Fun Time (TBA) – 6:00 pm Festival Performances – 7:00 pm
Wednesday – May 10 To Be Announced
Thursday – May 11 Festival Workshop (TBA) – 6:00 pm Festival Performances – 7:00 pm
Friday – May 12 Festival Fun Time (TBA) – 6:00 pm Festival Performances – 7:00 pm The Broken House – 8:00 pm
Saturday – May 13 Festival Performances – 6:00 pm Festival of Short Plays Closing Reception – 7:00 pm The Broken House – 8:00 pm
Theater, Event Center, Performing Arts School – Berea, KY
