Please join OST in 2009 for its 52nd season!
Performance Schedule | 'Boji Bantam (Childrens Theatre) Schedule
A … My Name is Alice (Musical)
Conceived by Joan Micklin and Julianne Boyd
June 16-21
This is a lively musical presenting a kaleidoscope of experiences that contemporary
women go through. It’s at times sophisticated, funny, wacky, insightful,
simply put, there is something for everyone. The 20 musical offerings portray
friends, rivals, sisters, and even members of an all-women’s basketball
team. “A boodle of laughs” is how the NY Times described
this evening in the theatre. Come and help us celebrate the opening of our
52nd season with a musical we believe will rate an “A” with
OST audiences.
Almost, Maine (Contemporary Comedy)
By John Cariani
June 23-28
It is a cold, clear night in the mythical town of Almost, Maine.
Under countless stars and the shimmering northern lights, residents of Almost
find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious
ways. Hearts are broken, but hearts mend and all in all, it turns out to
be a delightful midwinter night’s dream. It’s for anyone who
is in love, has been in love, or wants to be in love.
Brighton Beach Memoirs (Family)
By Neil Simon
June 30-July 5
Neil Simon writes of his life as a teenager in 1937 Brooklyn. As with most
Simon plays, this is a lovely combination of comedy and heartwarming sentiment.
The NY Daily News said, “In many respects, it is one of Simon’s
funniest, richest and most affecting plays.” Families of all kinds
will relate to this appealing, sweet story.
What I Did Last Summer
By A. R. Gurney
July 7-12
This is a sweet, warm-hearted and gently humorous memory play, which combines a young man’s coming of age and his mother’s struggles to be the only parent while her husband fights in the Pacific. It’s touching and full of idealism and simple down-home truths. This play is by one of America’s most admired playwrights and was a hit when produced by Off-Broadway’s prestigious Circle Repertory Company. Anyone who has a teenager will not only relate to this story but enjoy how the age old lessons of life and love ultimately bring everyone together.
Forever Plaid (Musical)
Written by Stuart Ross
July 14-19
One of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory, this wonderfully
goofy musical, centers on four young, eager male singers. It’s charming,
and will keep audiences humming along with the great nostalgic pop hits
of the '50’s. Even those who weren’t even born in the 50’s
will love this! Your toes will be tapping and you will just have a terrific
time at the theatre, when you come and spend an evening with the “Plaids”.
Hay Fever (Comedy)
By Noel Coward
July 21-26
The Bliss family is far from typical and wacky doesn’t come close to describing them. When they all invite guests for the weekend, hilarity can’t be far behind. The fun is as light as champagne bubbles, so if you long to escape and be transported back to a time of flappers and ultra Bohemian high-jinx, bring a friend and enjoy.
George Washington Slept Here (Family Comedy)
July 28-Aug. 2
By Moss Hart & George S. Kaufman
It’s an Oldie and what a goody! Possibly Kaufman and Hart’s best comedy. Newton Fuller craves a little place in the country to call his own. But when he, his wife and his daughter walk into their windowless, waterless and almost roofless new home, the laughs have just begun. This play is perfect for the whole family. After watching this chaos, you’ll be delighted that you can go home and still have plenty of hot water! It’s nothing but good fun.
Proof (Adult Contemporary)
By David Auburn
Aug. 4-9
Winner of the 2001 Pulitzer Prize and the Tony Award. We believe that this
is the one that you won’t want to miss. It’s smart and combines
elements of mystery, surprise and just old-fashion good storytelling. OST
prides itself on providing its audiences with a wide range of excellent
theatre, and this piece represents playwriting at its finest. The NY
Observer said that David Auburn has written “a lovely play”.
We invite you to join us in experiencing this prize-winning dramatic masterpiece.
INTO THE WOODS (Musical)
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Lapine
Aug. 11-16
Never before produced at OST, this is one of Sondheim’s most popular musicals! It has been labeled a modern classic and contains some of the most beautiful songs in the American Musical Theatre. It is a fantasy about Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Prince Charming, the Witch and a host of other characters. As they romp through the forest, they learn about the stories we tell our children and how we must protect them from things that might appear in the Woods. It’s a masterpiece and a perfect way to say goodbye to our 52nd season. (Age Suggestion: Pre-Teen and Older)
Previous Seasons: 2008 :: 2007 :: 2006
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‘Boji Bantam performances run Wednesday-Saturday at 10:30 a.m.
Tickets are $5 per child and/or adult. Advanced reservations are not necessary unless you are bringing a group of 15 or more. Please call 712-332-7773 for more information.
Winnie the Pooh (June 24-27) Dramatized by Kristin Sergel from the stories of A.A. Milne – Christopher Robin and all his woodland friends are here in this adaptation of A.A. Milne’s timeless children’s story. Adults and children of all ages will be enchanted by this story of Kanga and Roo’s entry into the Hundred Acre Wood as Pooh, Piglet, Rabbit, Owl and Eeyore become acquainted with their new friends.
The Surprising Story of the Three Little Pigs (July 8-11) by Linda Daugherty – What happens when “once upon a time” takes an unexpected turn? Find out in this fast-paced comedy as The Three Little Pigs, The Three Billy Goats Gruff and The Three Little Bears join forces to rid themselves of their respective villains by exchanging them. Suddenly pigs are chasing Goldilocks, wolves are chasing goats and everything is turned upside down.
Greensleeves’ Magic (July 22-25) by Marian Jonson – Imagine a land where laughing is outlawed, dancing is forbidden, and music is unheard of. Such is the kingdom of Princess Miranda and her two sisters. The kingdom is under the spell of the evil Grand Duchess and all live in sadness for fear of her wrath. That is, until one day a strange vagabond comes singing and dancing into town. His name is Greensleeves and as he works his magic the girls gain the courage to stand up to the Duchess once and for all.
Fabulous Fable Factory (August 8-5) by Joseph Robinette based on the musical by Joseph Robinette and Thomas Tierney – Follow Margo, an inquisitive young explorer, as she stumbles into the Fable Factory and embarks on a journey through some of the greatest fables of all time. With the help of the Fable Machine, Margo (and the audience) is treated to such delightful fables as “The Ant and the Grasshopper”, “The Lion and the Mouse” and “The Tortoise and the Hare” just to name a few.
