Paradise Youth Theatre Presents PINOCCHIO 12/18-20

Paradise Youth Theatre presents PINOCCHIO, directed by Vicki Richards

Dec 18 & 19 at 7pm, Dec 20 at 3pm
Tickets are available online at www.paradisetheatre.org or by calling 253-851-PLAY
Prices are: $10 Adults, $8 S/S/M, $6 Kids 12 & under. (Add $2 for our new mezzanine area)
We are located at 9911 Burnham Dr NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98332

Founded in May of 2000, Paradise Theatre was created to serve the Arts Community by providing both theatre education and Professional grade entertainment to the Puget Sound Area. Dinner Theatre was the main course within the walls of a 100 plus year old Victorian building. Providing a season of 7 shows, Paradise Cabaret Theatre served up laughs, songs and celebration from the likes of Neil Simon, Charles Ludlam, Gershwin, Kander and Ebb and many more. By May of 2006, Paradise Cabaret Theatre audiences had seen over 400 performances of dinner theatre, and delicious hand made, candlelit dinners were served to over 8000 guests.

The summer months provided opportunity to perform in a 3 1/2 acre amphitheatre. While the intimate, cozy indoor theatre took the summer months off; West Side Story, Guys And Dolls, Crazy For You and many other "Big Broadway" style shows were entertaining guests in the beautiful wooded surroundings of Paradise Summer Theatre. Upgrading this setting with light and sound staging and a mega-tent, thousands of guests over the summers took time to bring friends and family and relax under the stars while enjoying Broadway favorites.

The summer months were also a time for Paradise Summer Camp. This 12 year Gig Harbor tradition is a two-week Musical Theatre Camp for kids from 3 through 18 years old. Guest artists from all over the Northwest have entertained and instructed more than 100 kids each summer. Professional Theatre artists teach in three areas of Musical Theatre. Each class is age-customized so that every child has a personal and exciting time.

Paradise Studio has provided dozens of classes, workshops, guest seminars and educational opportunities for hundreds of children.

We have provided classes in everything from Improvisation to Tap. Theatre Workshops during the year have culminated in Children's productions of Treasure Island, Oliver!, Music Man Kids on Broadway and more. These workshops provide children with a grounded theatre experience as well as a great time.

While all of these programs and performances were happening, it became evident to the Board and Creative Staff of Paradise that change was needed. A more practical and productive use of assets as well as the need for a larger indoor venue were obvious necessities. The members of Paradise Theatre took over a year and a half before deciding that a major change in venue was what was needed.

So here is where we "pick up the story" today. Paradise Theatre is now in a new space that solves our rehearsal, classroom and storage needs. Located off Burnham Rd in Gig Harbor (about 2 miles from our previous location), on the site of what was once a private school, Paradise has rehearsal, office, storage and classroom facilities. Paradise is currently searching for a permanent performance venue for it's main Theatre space. Our ideal theatre will seat 150 - 200, be centrally located and be adaptable to transform into a comfortable, first class theatre.

So...what does the future hold? That remains to be seen, but with your participation and support, Paradise Theatre has a vibrant and exciting future.- Jeff Richards, president

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