Children's Theatre of Charlotte to Present Two New Works This Fall

Children's Theatre of Charlotte presents two exciting special events for Charlotte audiences this Fall. Our Preschool Company will delight young audiences Oct. 22-23 with "Tarradiddle Travels," a playful collection of stories from around the world.

Our Resident Touring Company, the Tarradiddle Players, will put a slapstick spin on a beloved fairy tales with "The Commedia Cinderella," running Oct.28 - Nov. 13.

In honor of Veterans Day, any active or retired member of the US armed forces can receive a free ticket to the performance of "The Commedia Cinderella" on Friday, Nov. 11 (see details below).

Designed especially for preschoolers, "Tarradiddle Travels" (Oct. 22-23) explores the world of live theatre with an engaging experience. Young audiences will enjoy four simple stories from around the world, from classics like "Caps for Sale" to less familiar stories like "Mouse Marriage." Three actors tell the tales in a playful style that makes clever use of colorful prop pieces and encourages audience interaction. Performances will be held Saturday, October 22 at 11 am and 1 pm, and Sunday, October 23 2 pm.

Performances will be held in the Wells Fargo Playhouse at ImaginOn, 300 East 7th Street. Front Orchestra tickets are $12; General Admission tickets are $10. For ages 3-5/ Grades PreK.The show is targetted towards Preschool age children.

"The Commedia Cinderella" is a funny, fast-paced retelling of one of the world's most famous fairytales. Beautiful Cinderella is forced to work as a kitchen maid by her mean Stepmother and two ugly Stepsisters, but thanks to a little help from her Fairy Godmother, she still has a chance to win the hand of the handsome Prince. The Tarradiddle Players use the humorous, physical acting style of Italian Commedia dell'arte to make this production is a lighthearted treat.

"The Commedia Cinderella" is directed by former Tarradiddle Player Steven Ivey and stars the 2011-12 Tarradiddle Players company: Leslie Ann Giles, Nick Kern, Darlene Parker and Stephen Seay. In addition to appearances on Children's Theatre stages, this professional four-person troupe spreads the joy of live theatre across the Southeast. This season, the Tarradiddle Players will travel from Virginia to South Carolina, performing in schools, community centers and towns for audiences who might otherwise never see a live play.

Meet the Tarradiddle Players and hear stories from the road at an audience talkback following the opening night performance on Friday, October 28.

In honor of Veterans Day, any active or retired member of the US armed forces can receive a free ticket to the performance of "The Commedia Cinderella" on Friday, Nov. 11 (subject to availability). To request a free ticket for the show, call our Customer Sales and Service Center at 704-973-2828 (M-F, 10-5).

Performances for "The Commedia Cinderella" will be: Friday, October 28 at 7:30 pm; Sunday, October 30 at 2 pm; Saturday, November 5 at 11 am; Saturday, November 5 at 1 pm; Sunday, November 6 at 2 pm; Friday, November 11 at 11 am; Saturday, November 12 at 11 am; Saturday, November 12 at 1 pm (Signed language performance); Sunday, November 13 at 2 pm

Performances will be held in the Wells Fargo Playhouse at ImaginOn, 300 East 7th Street. Front Orchestra tickets are $18.00; General Admission tickets are $14.00. For ages 5+/Grades K+. Best enjoyed by Elementary ages. For tickets to the productions, call The Children's Theatre Customer Sales and Service Center at 704-973-2828 (10 am-5 pm, Mon.-Fri.) or visit our website: www.ctcharlotte.org.

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