SLEEPING BEAUTY Opens Orlando Shakespeare Theater's 25th Anniversary Season

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF (http://orlandoshakes.org) opens its 2013-2014 Theater for Young Audiences Series (TYA) with a World Premiere adaptation of Sleeping Beauty, written by BranDon Roberts. Complete with a brave prince, a beautiful princess, and a magical kiss, this quirky retelling of Sleeping Beauty will introduce the classic fairy tale to a new generation of kids and families. Recommended for families with children ages 4 and older, Sleeping Beauty will be on the Goldman Stage from June 20 - July 29, 2013 with preview performances on June 18 and June 19.

BranDon Roberts' writing credits include Orlando Shakespeare Theater's Cinderella, the Barter Theatre's Little Red Riding Hood, projects for Odd-o-T's Entertainment, and Sport, Snack, Sleigh, Splash, and Shhhh!, all for PB&J Theatre Factory where he also serves as Artistic Director. As an actor, he has appeared in past Orlando Shakes productions including The 39 Steps, Cymbeline, Chaps! A Jingle Jangle Christmas, and Kiss Me, Kate, as well as TYA shows Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Peter Rabbit, and CinderellA. Roberts is currently starring in Laughter on the 23rd Floor at Mad Cow Theatre.

"We're overjoyed to be working with Brandon again," says Lisa Devins Horohoe, Orlando Shakes' Theater For Young Audience's Coordinator. "He has a gift for storytelling and his works are always full of fun and adventure for the entire family."

Single tickets, TYA Flex Passes, and group discounts are available by calling (407) 447-1700, visiting http://www.orlandoshakes.org/tickets, or purchasing in person at the Box Office located inside the Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando's Loch Haven Cultural Park. Schools, summer camps, and day cares purchasing 10 tickets or more enjoy significant discounts; please inquire at the Box Office for rates.

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF is supported by United Arts of Central Florida with funds from the United Arts campaign and by State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Arts Council.

WHAT
Sleeping Beauty
By The Brothers Grimm | Adapted by BranDon Roberts | Directed by Patrick Braillard

SUMMARY:
It's Princess Rose's birthday and the entire kingdom is rejoicing! But the bitter wise woman, Wartsuch, disrupts the celebration and casts a wicked curse on the little princess dooming her to sleep for 100 years. Will good triumph over evil?

WHERE:
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in the Goldman Theater
Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32803

WHEN:
June 18 - July 29, 2013
Preview Performances: June 18 and June 19
Opening Day: June 20 at 2 P.M. and 4:30 P.M.
Autograph session after each performance!

TICKETS:
Call the Box Office at 407-447-1700 or visit www.orlandoshakes.org

DATES AND PRICES:
Tuesday - Friday at 10:30 A.M. - all seats $9
Saturday at 2:00 P.M. and 4:30 P.M. - all seats $12
Sunday at 2:00 P.M. and 4:30 P.M. - all seats $12