ACTS Announces JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT and SHREK

The Alexander Children's Theatre School (ACTS), in residence at the Umbrella Community Arts Center (40 Stow Street, Concord, MA), is pleased to announce that tickets are now on sale for their upcoming production of JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, running Friday, December 9 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, December 10 at 2:00 and 7:30 pm, and Sunday, December 11 at 4:00 pm.

The Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors comes to vibrant life in this delightful musical parable, with lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Joseph, his father's favorite son, is a boy blessed with prophetic dreams. When he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers and taken to Egypt, Joseph endures a series of adventures in which his spirit and humanity are continually challenged. He is purchased by Potiphar where thwarting advances from Potiphar's wife lands him in jail. When news of Joseph's gift to interpret dreams reaches the Pharaoh, Joseph is well on his way to becoming second in command. Eventually his brothers, having suffered greatly, unknowingly find themselves groveling at the feet of the brother they betrayed but no longer recognize. After testing their integrity, Joseph reveals himself leading to a heartfelt reconciliation of the sons of Israel.

JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT is directed and choreographed by IRNE and EMACT/DASH Award nominee Jackie Theoharis with music direction by Ben Tan. Stephanie C. Mavrides is the Executive Producer and Ryan MacPherson is the Production Stage Manager. The cast of 34 features Adriana Panagiotou (Student), Anelise Allen (Featured Dancer), Alyssa Allen (Asher), Antoine Baize (Simeon, Joseph at certain performances), Ryan Baker (Naphtali, Potiphar), Spencer Birch (Simeon at certain performances, Gad at certain performances), Ryan Christopher (Isaachar), Sydney Crain (Judah), Mattison Crain (Student), BrIan Crowley (Student), Katherine Crowley (Narrator), Camille Cuzzupoli (Levi, Baker), Sophia De Beco (Student), Hector Derzi (Student), Maisie Farrow (Student), Stella Fisher (Narrator), Grace Glionna (Featured Dancer), Caroline Granahan (Mrs. Potiphar), Samantha Heller (Student), Jayden Heller (Joseph at certain performances, Gad at certain performances), Liam Huston (Butler, Reuben), Will Jevon (Benjamin), Maeve Kennedy (Student), Alexis Kirkpatrick (Narrator), Max Merhige (Student), John Mitchell (Student), Isabella Panagiotou (Narrator), Justin Paxton (Zebulon), Jessica Ryan (Featured Dancer), Max Simon (Student), Lizzy Strehle (Featured Dancer), Nicole Taranto (Student), Noah Wells (Dan), Harry White (Pharaoh, Jacob).

PERFORMANCES of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat are Friday, December 9 at 7:30 pm, Saturday, December 10 at 2:00 and 7:30 pm, and Sunday, December 11 at 4:00 pm at the Umbrella Community Arts Center (40 Stow Street, Concord, MA). TICKETS range from $15 to $20 and are available online at www.ACTS1.org or by calling the ACTS Box Office (781-899-4467). Group rates are available for parties of 10+.

ACTS is also pleased to announce its Spring production: SHREK THE MUSICAL, the award-winning Broadway musical based on the Dreamworks Animation film and the book by William Steig. SHREK features a book and lyrics by Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire (Rabbit Hole) and music by Tony Award winner Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home, Thoroughly Modern Millie). Performances will be June 2-4, 2017, with auditions in January for ages 9-18. Email idpactsmail@aol.com for more information!

Since 1999, The Alexander Children's Theatre School (ACTS) has been producing several annual musicals, in addition to offering master classes and workshops with professional artists, weekly dance classes, and other educational opportunities. By combining the work of professional adults with that of students and volunteers, we can create an excellent learning experience for all. We believe that every young person can succeed in the theater if given the proper guidance, encouragement, and direction. ACTS is a proud member of the Eastern Massachusetts Association of Community Theatres (EMACT). Find us on Facebook and Twitter or visit our website (www.ACTS1.org).

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