Cinderella, a Fairy's Tale
The Connecticut Premiere of a new musical based on this beloved fairy tale!
Book by Melody Meitrott Libonati
Music by David Hancock Turner
Lyrics by Melody Meitrott Libonati & David Hancock Turner
Directed by Melody Meitrot Libonati
Choreography by Corinne Broadbent
Lighting Design by Dan Chapman
Costume Design by Lauren Gaston
Our tale is introduced by Cinderella's Fairy Godmother as we follow one girl's journey of kindness, courage, and self-empowerment that eventually enables her to become a benevolent leader in her kingdom. This is a fun, witty, new adaption of this classic tale, with larger-than-life characters, new contemporary songs and lots of audience participation. A magical summer theatre experience for all!
Performances ran July 3 through August 9, 2015
The Wizard of Oz
Directed by Christian Libonati
Lighting Design by Dan Chapman
Scenic Design by Kevin Hanna
Join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and the Lion as they travel down the Yellow Brick road through Oz to find the Wizard, sharing one adventure after another. A perfect summer show for young families. Picnics, parties and munckins welcome! A talented cast of 9 actors and some special puppets perform all the roles. Great fun for all ages!
Performances ran June 21 through August 9, 2015
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Book by Heather Hach
Music and Lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown & the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Legally Blonde, The Musical is based on the popular hit film of the same name starring actress Reese Witherspoon. This unique musical brought a burst of extreme energy to traditional Broadway fare. It was sponsored by MTV due to its exciting songs and fun cultural appeal. Reviewers were unanimous in their praise; "A MEGA HIT" - the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times acclaimed - "A NON STOP SUGAR RUSH OF A SHOW" and from Variety, "TRADES UP ON THE FILM IN INFECTIOUS COMEDY".
A fabulously fun international award-winning musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. This action-packed musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances. Equal parts hilarious and heart-warming warming, this musical is so much fun it should be illegal!
Performances ran from June 24 through August 9, 2015
Charlotte's Web
Adapted by Joseph Robinette from the book by E.B. White
Generations of children and parents have enjoyed the book Charlotte's Web. In this theatre for a young audience play we begin after a restless first night in the Zuckerman family barn, a wide-eyed young pig named Wilbur meets a witty and resourceful spider named Charlotte. When Wilbur learns through his fellow barnyard creatures of some unsettling plans for his future, Charlotte takes it upon her spinnerets and her trusty web to save him. This magical tale of what it means to be a good writer and a good friend features the much-loved characters created by E.B. White.
Performances ran June 13-August 8, 2015.
Legally Blonde
The Musical
Performances Begin June 24 through August 9
Book by Heather Hach
Music and Lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin
Based on the novel by Amanda Brown
and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture
Legally Blonde, The Musical is based on the popular hit film of the same name starring actress Reese Witherspoon. This unique musical brought a burst of extreme energy to traditional Broadway fare. It was sponsored by MTV due to its exciting songs and fun cultural appeal. Reviewers were unanimous in their praise; "A MEGA HIT" - the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times acclaimed - "A NON STOP SUGAR RUSH OF A SHOW" and from Variety, "TRADES UP ON THE FILM IN INFECTIOUS COMEDY".
"Legally Blonde is just the prescription for this summer" remarks Melody Meitrott Libonati, the theatre's artistic director. She adds "After the highly successful run of Hairspray last summer we will keep the energy turned up high and flowing with this exciting musical about female empowerment."
A fabulously fun international award-winning musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. This action-packed musical explodes on the stage with memorable songs and dynamic dances. Equal parts hilarious and heart-warming warming, this musical is so much fun it should be illegal!
STONC. The Summer Theatre of New Canaan is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit professional regional theatre company.