Rising Stars
Rising Stars productions inspire younger performers, ages 6-14 and their families to develop their passion for musical theater. Curious beginners and grade-school “veterans” alike learn the benefits of discipline, group effort, and dedication in our highly-impressive junior productions.
13
Directed & Choreographed by KEVIN R. HAUGE
November 18 - 22, 2009
When his parents get divorced and he's forced to move from New York to a small town in Indiana, Evan Goldman just wants to make friends and survive the school year. Easier said than done. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winner Jason Robert Brown, 13 is a hilarious, high-energy musical for all ages about discovering that cool is where you find it, and sometimes where you least expect it.
"Youth theater is a unique art form unto itself," says CMT Artistic Director, Kevin Hauge "filled with joy, exuberance, energy and amazing talents full of optimism. Jason Robert Brown has created a show tailored specifically for this wonderful group of performers. It is extraordinary music by an extraordinary composer absolutely tailored for extraordinary young voices. We are thrilled to have been selected as the company to develop the show regionally and will be mounting a production that uses our incredibly talented performers to set the definitive standard."
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
Directed by LINDSEY O’CONNELL
Choreographed by MARY THERESA CAPRILES
February 25 - 28, 2010
If you thought you knew the story of "The Princess and The Pea," you may be in for a walloping surprise! Did you know, for instance, that Princess Winnifred actually swam the moat to reach Prince Dauntless the Drab? Or that Lady Larken's love for Sir Harry provided a rather compelling reason that she reach the bridal altar post haste? Or that, in fact, it wasn't the pea at all that caused the princess a sleepless night? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the familiar classic of royal courtship and comeuppance provides for some side-splitting shenanigans. Chances are you'll never look at fairy tales quite the same way again.
ONCE ON THIS ISLAND
Directed & Choreographed by KIKAU ALVARO
April 29 - May 2, 2010
On Sale April 2nd - This highly original and theatrical Caribbean adaptation of the the popular fairy tale "The Little Mermaid" garnered eight Tony nominations for its Broadway run, including Best Musical, Book and Score. In almost non-stop song and dance, the show tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl who rescues and falls in love with Daniel, a wealthy boy from the other side of her island. When Daniel is returned to his people, the fantastical gods who rule the island guide Ti Moune on a quest to test the strength of her love against the powerful forces of prejudice, hatred and death.
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 2
Directed by IAN LEONARD
Choreographed by SHANNON SELF
July 9 - 18, 2010
On Sale June 4th - The gang's all here for an action-packed summer extravaganza as Troy, Gabriella and the rest of the Wildcats finish junior year and blast onto the summer scene. At the Lava Springs Country Club, Sharpay reigns supreme while the Wildcats get to work - literally! Keeping every ounce of the light-hearted fun that makes High School Musical a household name, this buoyant sequel takes on the questions of real kids facing the realities of the adult world. Friendships are tested, summer romances go haywire, and the meaning of success is redefined.
RUGRATS, A LIVE ADVENTURE
Directed & Choreographed by MICHELLE MORGAN
August 5 - 8, 2010
On Sale June 26th - Family fun for all ages, this Junior Talents show features CMT's youngest performers as they bring this award-winning television show to life. The story revolves around Tommy Pickles, who is feeling like the world is too scary. So his friends - Chuckie, Susie, Phil and Lil, along with his cousin Angelica - try to convince him otherwise. With a score by Mark Mothersbaugh, singer/keyboardist for Devo and original composer of the TV program, Rugrats! A Live Adventure features fun-filled pop and reggae tunes performed by all your favorite characters.