Oregon Children's Theatre's 2015-16 Season to Feature Three World Premieres

Oregon Children's Theatre has announced its the 2015-2016 season, featuring three world premieres.

Junie B. Jones: The Musical
October 24 - November 22, 2015 • Newmark Theatre
Directed by Isaac Lamb
"1st grade is hard! Last year I had two best friends. This year the lunch lady is my best friend. Last year I was cute. This year I need glasses."
Will our feisty first grader survive the new school year? Find out in this delightful musical!
• Based on the New York Times bestselling book series by Barbara Park.

A WORLD PREMIERE!
Geronimo Stilton: Mouse in Space
January 16 - February 14, 2016 • Newmark Theatre
Directed by Stan Foote
Villains are threatening New Mouse City and the only hope is our reluctant hero, Geronimo Stilton! In this "enormouse" adventure, Geronimo is launched into space on a top secret mission to save the day!
• Based on the wildly popular book series.

A WORLD PREMIERE!
Bad Kitty
February 27 - March 27, 2016 • Winningstad Theatre
Directed by Dani Baldwin
Some surprises are too hard to handle! Kitty doesn't want a smelly new dog, a drooling new baby, or Uncle Murray's unusual cat sitting. Kitty just wants to have Kitty's world back to normal. A world that revolves around the most important creature in Kitty's life...KITTY.
• A new Play with music co-commissioned with Bay Area Children's Theatre
• Based on the popular series by Nick Bruel

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
April 2 - April 17, 2016 • Winningstad Theatre
Directed by Marcella Crowson
"Exquisite language, inventive plot twists, and memorable characters." - Publishers Weekly
Tossed overboard, thrown in a garbage heap, stuck in a hobo's knapsack, and used as a scarecrow, Edward, a proper china rabbit doll, unexpectedly embarks on a perilous 20-year journey and discovers the importance of people and love.
• Based on the popular book by Kate DiCamillo
• A 2014-2015 Oregon Battle of the Books selection!

James and the Giant Peach: A New Musical!
May 7 - May 29, 2016 • Newmark Theatre
Directed by Stan Foote
One boy, two awful aunts, five larger-than-large bugs and a giant peach, can James save the day? Let the magic adventure begin in this brand new musical.
• Based on the book by Roald Dahl

OCT'S YOUNG PROFESSIONALS COMPANY
The Young Professionals Company offers a series of plays and performances presented by our Young Professionals (YPs). YPs are dedicated acting students aged 14-18 who have been selected to participate in a year-long mentoring program, through which they gain advanced training through exposure to a wide range of college-level workshops and professional development.

The Wrestling Season
November 5 - 15, 2015 • OCT YP Studio Theater
Directed by Betsy Richard
Impactful and poignant, this close look at teen dynamics creates a charged theatrical event that explores the destructive power of rumor, the search for identity, and the peer pressure that accompanies it.
• AATE Distinguished Play Award (2001)
• Featured selection for New Visions 2000: One Theatre World National Festival at The Kennedy Center

Impulse! OCT's Improv Troupe
Directed by Jake Michels
January 22 - February 6, 2016 • OCT YP Studio Theater
After last year's sold-out shows, Impulse is ready to take the stage again to create fast-paced comedic scenes and games-all based on audience suggestions! No scripts, no costumes, and no pre-planned scenes. Get ready for quick wits and lots of laughter.

A WORLD PREMIERE WRITTEN FOR THE YOUNG PROFESSIONALS COMPANY
Chrysalis
April 14 - 24, 2016 • OCT YP Studio Theater
Written and directed by Matthew B. Zrebski
Out of music and myth comes Chrysalis, a modern-day fairy tale which explores the teen generation as transformative. From out of hibernation, new creatures emerge - full of beauty, but also potentially dangerous. Come be part of the journey - whimsical and at times terrifying... as only fairy tales can be!

Subscriptions available-visit www.octc.org or call 503-228-9571 for details.

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