Mar 01 Sunday
The show weaves a joy-filled family celebration with a re-telling of one of the most beloved tales in Chinese folklore - the origin story of the Chinese Zodiac. Meet Po Po and Kung Kung, as they celebrate Chinese New Year by making dumplings and sharing the story of The Great Race with their grandkids, Freddie and Ivy. Learn how each animal earned its place in the Chinese Zodiac through this incredible performance from the acclaimed Honolulu Theatre for Youth, featuring traditional Chinese music, Jingju, martial arts and a whole lot of fun! Recommended for audiences ages 4 and up.
Mar 03 Tuesday
PIPPINMusic and lyrics by Steven SchwartzBook by Roger O. HirsonOriginally produced on the Broadway stage by Stuart OstrowOriginally directed on the Broadway stage by Bob Fosse2013 Broadway revival directed by Diane PaulusTheo ending originally conceived in 1998 by Mitch Sebastian
With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time GRAMMY winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, PIPPIN is the story of a man’s journey to the extraordinary. The son of a king, Pippin is stuck between what is expected of him and the possibilities that forging his own path holds. His epic journey blurs the lines between fantasy and reality, in search of something greater than what he knows. PIPPIN explores themes of identity, purpose, and the joy that comes from breaking a few rules. Don’t miss this five-time Tony Award-winning musical that is sure to transport its audience to a new world! Features students from JMU’s School of Theatre and Dance. PIPPIN is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com. Contains adult content, adult language, violence, and sexual content. Recommended for ages 13 and up.
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Apr 01 Wednesday
The House of Bernarda Alba is a provocative drama set in a small, Spanish village, which follows the legacy of Bernarda Alba, the matriarch, and her five daughters. Living under Bernarda’s control as they mourn their father’s passing, these sisters seek a world beyond their mother’s walls. Enticing audiences for 80 years, The House of Bernarda Alba is a gripping and timeless exploration of control, desire, and the power of the human spirit. Features students from JMU’s School of Theatre and Dance. Contains adult content, adult language, violence, and references to suicide. Parental discretion advised.
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