2013-2014 County Players announces our 56th Season.
Bach at Leipzig
Written by Itamar Moses
Directed by Rosalind Croshier
Sept 20, 21, 27, 28, 29, Oct 4, 5, 2013
In this hilarious farce—the 18th Century’s American Idol (but on steroids and in tights)—six musicians vie for the coveted position of Leipzig’s Chief Organist. Resorting to bribery, blackmail and betrayal, each man is hilariously ruthless in his attempt to win. “If you like super-smart silliness, be ready to laugh until your ribs are sore. A who’s-on-first farce full of theatrical trickery and fizzy verbal slapstick.” – The Wall Street Journal
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
Directed by Tom Lawrence
Nov 22, 23, 29, 30, Dec 1, 6, 7, 2013
In this hilarious Christmas tale, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids– probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won’t believe the mayhem– and the fun– when the Herdmans collide with the Christmas story head on!
The Miracle Worker
Written by William Gibson
Directed by Christine Crawfis
Feb 7, 8, 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, 2014
An uplifting and powerful tale, The Miracle Worker tells the story of a young Helen Keller. Left without her hearing or sight after a devastating childhood illness, Helen Keller’s life changes when she meets her remarkable teacher, Anne Sullivan, and finally begins to connect with the world around her. One of the most fascinating true stories ever brought to the stage. This uplifting and inspirational true story is appropriate for all ages.
Monty Python’s Spamalot
Music by John Du Prez, Eric Idle, and Neil Innes
Book & Lyrics by Eric Idle
Directed by Kevin Barnes
May 2, 3, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 2014
Spamalot is an irreverent take on the Arthurian legend based on the Monty Python film Monty Python and the Holy Grail. Spamalot is a hilarious parody of Broadway musicals and manages, in a few short hours, to offend just about every group conceivable.
AND COMING IN JULY 2014…. (not included in season subscriptions)
Broadway, Big Band Style!
July 11, 12, 13, 2014
Broadway, Big Band Style! will feature The Big Band Sound 20-piece jazz orchestra joined by County Players’ vocalists in a gala concert presenting favorite Broadway show tunes in the most exciting setting of a live big band. A fun and swinging evening, this musical revue will feature songs from the premier composers and lyricists of the Broadway stage. Join us for a brassy celebration of the best music of Broadway!
County Players reserves the right to substitute shows and modify dates.
All shows subject to availability of performance rights.