Orlando Shakespeare Theater Adds Additional Performance of ELEPHANT AND PIGGIE'S 'WE ARE IN A PLAY!'

Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF has added an additional performance to its closing weekend of Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play!" on Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. Tickets ($12 - $15) can be purchased by calling (407) 447-1700 ext. 1, online at www.orlandoshakes.org, or in person at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center (812 E. Rollins St.).

"Seats for Elephant and Piggie have filled up faster than we originally expected," said Elephant and Piggie Director Melissa Mason Braillard. "We're adding this extra performance to our closing weekend to make sure more families get the chance to see some of their favorite fictional characters come to life on stage."

Based on the popular book series Elephant and Piggie by Mo Willems, Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play!" follows the adorable musical adventures of best friends Elephant Gerald and Piggie, appearing in the Margeson Theater from April 7 - May 7, 2016.

A female creative leadership team including Director Melissa Mason Braillard, Musical Director Megan Tsurumaki, and Choreographer Rachel Arnett lead Orlando Shakes production of Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play!" This production features actors Jacob Valleroy as Gerald (Elephant), Corynne Wagener as Piggie, Sarah Summerwell as Squirrelle, Kimmi Johnson as Dog/Squirrelle, and Austin Ryan Hunt as Penguin/Squirrelle.

Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play!" is presented by Orlando Magic.

Orlando Shakespeare Theater is supported by United Arts of Central Florida, host of the collaborative Campaign for the Arts. Orlando Shakespeare Theater is also sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. This project is also funded in part by Orange County Government through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program.

Photo by Tony Firriolo