Theater of the Stars Announces 2008 Line-Up

Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars, has announced the 2008-09 season, celebrating their 20th year as the resident theater company at the Fabulous Fox Theatre.

Mamma Mia!
June 10-15, 2008

Over 30 million people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that make Mamma Mia! the ultimate feel-good show.

Writer Catherine Johnson's sunny, funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise.  On the eve of her wedding, a daughter's quest to discover the identity of her father brings 3 men from her mother's past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.

The story-telling magic of ABBA's timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, and every night everyone's having the time of their lives!

Presented in association with Broadway Across America – Atlanta

Oklahoma!
June 24-29, 2008

An all-new production featuring Agnes de Mille's iconic choreography is a celebration of the American spirit.  This classic musical was the first collaboration between Broadway legends Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II.  Set in the early part of the 20th century when Oklahoma was still Indian Territory, the fierce rivalry between the local farmers and cowboys provides the colorful background against which Curly, a handsome cowboy, and Laurey, a winsome farm girl, fall in love.  The road to true love never runs smooth, and with these two headstrong romantics holding the reins, the journey is a delightfully bumpy ride!

The glorious score includes "Oh, What A Beautiful Mornin',"  "The Surrey With The Fringe On Top," "People Will Say We're In Love," and the title song "Oklahoma!"

Music by Richard Rodgers, Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II. Based on the play "Green Grow The Lilacs" by Lynn Riggs featuring Original Dances and Choreography by Agnes de Mille

The Color Purple
July 15-August 3, 2008

The Color Purple is a soul-stirring musical based on the classic Pulitzer Prize-winning novel by Alice Walker and the Oscar-nominated film by Steven Spielberg.  It is the unforgettable and inspiring story of a woman named Celie, who triumphs over tremendous odds to find joy in life, and her true inner beauty.  Nominated for eleven Tony Awards, The Color Purple is a landmark theatrical event.  With a joyous Grammy-nominated score featuring jazz, gospel and blues, The Color Purple is capturing the hearts of young and old, and uniting audiences in a celebration of love.

Les Miserables
September 19-28, 2008

We proudly announce The Return of the powerful and passionate Les Misérables in a brand new Theater of the Stars production!

The story begins in France in 1815.  Jean Valjean, released on parole after 19 years on the chain gang, finds that the yellow ticket-of-leave he must, by law, display condemns him to be an outcast. Only the saintly Bishop of Digne treats him kindly and Valjean, embittered by years of hardship, repays him by stealing his silver. Valjean is caught and brought back by police, and is astonished when the Bishop lies to the police to save him.  Valjean decides to start his life anew. This epic tale of love, loss, triumph and redemption includes memorable songs such as "One Day More," and "Do You Hear The People Sing?"

Based on Victor Hugo's classic novel, Les Misérables won 8 Tony Awards, a Grammy, and on Oct 6, 2006 it became the world's longest running musical.

Written by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg with Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg and Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer. Adapted for the stage by Cameron Mackintosh

Disney's High School Musical 2
November 7-16, 2008

What time is it?  Summer time!  School's out and the Wildcats are back for an all new adventure.  Join Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay, Ryan and the rest of the East High gang as they dive into the enchanted world of Lava Springs Country Club and put their talent to the ultimate test!

Theater of the Stars is proud to follow-up the astonishing success of our production of Disney's High School Musical last January with the Professional Premiere of the highly anticipated sequel – Disney's High School Musical 2.

Tarzan
January 16-25, 2009

Theater of the Stars will produce the regional theater premiere of this new musical based on Edgar Rice Burroughs' Tarzan of the Apes and he smash-hit 1999 Disney animated film.

A shipwreck and the treacherous jungle leave an infant boy orphaned on the shores of West Africa.  Taken in and raised by a tribe of gorillas, the young boy strives for acceptance by his ape father while grappling with his uniqueness.  When a human expedition enters gorilla territory, Tarzan, now a man, encounters strangers like himself for the first time. Can two worlds become one family?

Tarzan features music and lyrics by pop icon Phil Collins, including "You'll Be In My Heart," and book by Tony Award-winning playwright David Henry Hwang.

Season Tickets for Theater of the Stars 2008 Season are on sale now by calling 404-252-8960  Discover the many benefits of being a subscriber such as personal service, premium seating and ticket exchange privileges.   A full schedule of the season – and some "extras" - along with seating options and seating charts, is listed on our web site at: www.theaterofthestars.com

Special attractions not included in our season ticket package:

Disney's High School Musical
August 15-24, 2008

The wildcats are back!  That's right, the production that was born on the Fabulous Fox stage last January and has been touring across America for the past year returns to the Fox for a reunion.  So mark your calendar for this high energy summer spectacular.

Disney's High School Musical follows the much-loved story of the movie, featuring all your favorite characters and songs, together with two brand new numbers performed by a new cast of talented theatrical performers and an electrifying live band.  "We're all in this together" so… "get'cha head in the game!"

Stomp
January 27-February 1, 2009

Stomp is explosive, provocative, sophisticated, sexy, utterly unique and appeals to audiences of all ages.  The international percussion sensation has garnered an armful of awards and rave reviews, and has appeared on numerous national television shows.  The eight-member troupe uses everything but conventional percussion instruments – matchboxes, wooden poles, brooms, garbage cans, Zippo lighters, hubcaps – to fill the stage with magnificent rhythms.

Theater of the Stars celebrates our 56th Anniversary as one of the nation's premier theater companies.  A civic not-for-profit cultural treasure, Theater of the Stars is dedicated to presenting and producing the best in musical theater.  To learn more about our history of excellence, visit www.theaterofthestars.com

Miami Metro Awards - Live Stats

Best Musical - Top 3

1. SWEENEY TODD (Inside Out theatre company)

11.3% of votes

2. THE SOUND OF MUSIC (Lake Worth Playhouse)

8.8% of votes

3. WEST SIDE STORY (Delray Beach Playhouse)

8.1% of votes

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