A. D. Players Presents A CARDBOARD CHRISTMAS, Now thru 12/23
A. D. Players announces that the World Premiere of A Cardboard Christmas will open tonight, November 25 and run through December 23, 2014 on their Grace Theater stage, as the third show for the 2014-2015 season. Experience the magic of Christmas through stories of the origins of many beloved songs and carols. Meet a resilient mother and her talented son for whom this Christmas season means many surprises, including a mysterious stranger who brings with him an even more mysterious gift.
"One of the reasons I love stories is that they build connections and in A Cardboard Christmas, you will build a new connection to your favorite Christmas songs and hymns." -- Kevin Dean, Director
The cast of A Cardboard Christmas includes A. D. Players' resident actors Kurt Bilanoski, Craig Griffin, Braden Hunt, Stephen Hurst, and Christy Watkins as well as Guest Artists: Eli Go, Stephanie Bradow Hunt, Eliana Schmidt, and Zoey Watkins.
The production team features scenic design by Robin Gillock, lighting design by Mark A. Lewis, properties design by Trisha Wise, costume design by Donna Southern Schmidt, and sound design by Orlando Arriaga. Directed by Kevin Dean and assistant directed by Chip Simmons.
A Cardboard Christmas runs November 25 - December 23, 2014. Performances are Thursdays at 7:30pm, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Sundays at 2:30pm. There will be one Wednesday matinee on December 17th, 2014 at 2:30pm and two Saturday matinees December 13th and December 20th at 2:30pm. There will be no performance, Thanksgiving day, Thursday, November 27th. *Preview performances are Tuesday, November 25th and Wednesday, November 26th at 7:30pm.* A. D. Players' Grace Theater, 2710 W. Alabama, 77098.
Tickets may be purchased online at www.adplayers.org, at A. D. Players' Box Office, 2710 W. Alabama, or by calling 713-526-2721. Ticket prices range from $20-$40 for single tickets. Group, student, and senior discounts are available.
TALKBACKS: Following each Thursday performance, the audience is invited to stay and visit with the cast and creative team about the play.Founded in 1967 by Jeannette Clift George, A. D. Players pioneered a unique style of theater committed to producing plays and programs that uphold human value, offer creativity, and promote literacy and education. The company is one of Houston's largest resident theater companies, impacting more than nine million people. Annually, the company produces five Mainstage shows and four Children's Theater performances, fields a National Touring Unit, and maintains a year-round Theater Arts Academy. A. D. Players is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. We share our mission with volunteers, community associates, and those who make our work possible through their support. For additional information, visit www.adplayers.org or call 713-526-2721.
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