BEAUTY AND THE BEAST et al. Set for TACTA in April

Tulsa Area Community Theatre Alliance has announced its upcoming productions for the month of April. Formed in 1998, TACTA is an alliance of more than a dozen Tulsa area community theatres.

"Everyone Loves Opal"

Sapulpa Community Theatre presents "Everybody Loves Opal", Opal Kronkie, a middle aged recluse lives in a decaying mansion at The Edge of the municipal dump. The general chaos of her home is aggravated by the fact that Opal collects things - anything that can be toted home in her little red wagon. Opal is also an optimist, for no matter how mean her lot- or her "friends" - Opal responds with kindness and faith in the goodness of human nature.

Into her rather strange world come three purveyors of bogus perfume on the lam from the cops. Opal's menage is the perfect hideout, and she might be the remedy for their shattered finances. Attempted murder wouldn't seem to be funny, but here it is uproarious. The unsavory trio try to drug her and set the house on fire.- a plan for a "hit and run" accident backfires. Through it all, Opal radiates kindness, affection and strangely enough, gratitude. But the real clincher comes at the end when.......

Everyone Loves Opal will be performed April 9 through 11 and 16 through 18. Performances are at 2pm and 8pm. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and children.

Sapulpa Community Theatre is funded in part by the Oklahoma Arts Council and The National Endowment for the Arts. Sapulpa Community Theatre is a member of Oklahoma Community Theatre Association, the American Association of Community Theatres, and the Tulsa Area Community Theatre Alliance. For more information call 918/227-2169, or email stheatre@sbcglobal.net.

Beauty And The Beast

Muskogee Little Theatre presents Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST. Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's modern classic! The stage version of Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menkin and the late Howard Ashman along with new songs by Mr. Menkin and Tim Rice.

You will be transported to the heart of provincial life in a lovely French town. When Maurice becomes lost in the woods on the way to the fair, he seeks shelter in an old castle, but the master of the castle is a horrible beast that takes him captive. Maurice's daughter, Belle, must then give up her freedom to save his life. Belle's taming of the unfortunate Beast and his ultimate transformation back into a handsome prince has enthralled Braodway audiences for over 13 years. This "tale as old as time' is filled with spectacular costumes, a beautiful set, technical wizardry, special effects and illusions and dazzling production numbers. Disney's Beauty and The Beast is a timeless tale, an unforgettable experience and a great opportunity to bring our entire community together for family theatre at it's very best.

Performances are April 8, 9, 10, 13, 15, 16, and 17 at 8pm, April 10 at 1pm, April 11 and 18 at 2pm. Sponsored by Bank of Oklahoma and with the assistance of the Oklahoma Arts Council, advance tickets are on sale at Soundworld, 123 E. Okmulgee, 683-4901. Tickets may be available at the theatre box-office 1 hour prior to curtain ONLY if not sold-out. Adult tickets are $14 and student tickets are $10.

THE TURN OF THE WORM

Written by George Tubbles and dircted by Sandra Williams, THE TURN OF THE WORM is the story of elderly Italian sisters sharing an apartment, who speak to each other only on Easter, Christmas and shopping days. This play turns into an experiment in love and understanding. It bristles with humor as lessons are learned by all. It's tempered with thought-provoking content. It's poignant, funny and suitable for all ages.

There will be a Preview performance with no dinner on Thursday April 8 at 7pm. Dinner performances are April 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 6:30pm. Sunday Matinee performances are April 11 and 18 at 2pm.

More information at www.cushingcommunitytheatre.com or by calling 225-4141.Midwestern

THE DRINKING PARTY

Midwestern Theater Troupe presents a new translation and staging of Plato's Symposium. With stunning simplicity and clarity, Plato's classic masterpiece depicts the brilliant luminaries of the Greek world enjoying witty, provocative, and slightly drunken discourse, on the virtues of Love. Plato provides not only a contemporary portrait of such legends as Socrates, Aristophanes, and Alcibiades, but also demonstrates the famous Socratic Method in action, and offers a charming yet profound analysis of love, sex, and eroticism.

This production features an original translation by local scholar Amy Page Wilson, and is adapted for the stage by John Cruncleton. Wilson and Cruncleton's last collaborative foray into the world of Ancient Greece was 2006's "The Cyclops", an original translation and shadow-puppet adaptation of Euripides' satyr play.

Performances are April 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 & 24 at 8:00pm. Tickets cost $10. The Drinking Party will be performed at Nightengale Theatre, 1416 E. 4th Street Tulsa, OK 74120. For more information go to www.nightingaletheatre.com.

The Land of the Dragon

Clark Youth Theatre travels to a far off place and time with "Land of the Dragon." Set in a mythical version of ancient China, this is a fantasy of pure princesses, helpful minstrels, evil step-aunts, and of course, dragons. Written by Madge Miller, "Land of the Dragon" offers family fun, fantasy, and adventure. Though performed by a troupe of actors 14 and younger, as a group these actors have literally dozens of shows under their belts. Fun is guaranteed for the whole family. The Land of the Dragon is written by Madge Miller and directed by Genie Reiman. The cast includes Jack Allen, Kylie D'Alessandro, Anne Faust, Nathan Hadley, Dana Himrich, Mya Hunter Robertson, Vincent Ianazzo, Alexandra Kaste, Spencer Lloyd Jefferson, Lydia Malkemus Riverfield, Amy, Maroney Jenks, Noah Palmer, Nick Vasquez, and Lilac Woodson.

Performances will be April 8-10 at 7:30 pm and Sunday April 11 at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $8 for adults and $6 for students and seniors. Call 746-5065 for more information or to make reservations. For more information visit  Jack Allen, Kylie D'Alessandro, Anne Faust, Nathan Hadley, Dana Himrich, Mya Hunter Robertson, Vincent Ianazzo, Alexandra Kaste, Spencer Lloyd Jefferson, Lydia Malkemus Riverfield, Amy, Maroney Jenks, Noah Palmer, Nick Vasquez, and Lilac Woodson." target="_blank">www.clarktheatre.com.

For more information on upcoming shows visit http://www.tacta.net.

 

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