OKOBOJI SUMMER THEATRE - SEASON 2010 | 'Boji Bantam (Childrens Theatre) Schedule
THE FANTASTICKS
Musical (PG13)
Book and lyrics by Tom Jones, Music by Harvey Schmidt June 22-27
We open our 53rd season with the longest-running musical in the world. This beautiful fable of love features a beautiful score filled with songs like “Try to Remember”. This is a time-proven audience pleaser and is certain to enchant every audience. Start your summer out right by sitting back and allowing this show to charm its way into your heart.
THE GIRLS OF THE GARDEN CLUB
Comedy - Family (children 10 and up)
By John Patrick
June 29-July 4
A hilarious play, by one of American theatre’s leading writers of comedy. You will absolutely recognize one of these “girls” from your own world. Who doesn’t know someone who loves to garden and is dedicated to her local club and all its members? In our play, the presidency of the garden club will go to whoever wins a first prize in the Flower Show. Come laugh when plants die, plants appear to speak, and long-suffering husbands also have their say. It should be such a fun night for everyone.
SEE HOW THEY RUN
Comedy (PG 13)
by Philip King
July 6-11
The action is so quick and the rib-tickling plot is so wacky that audiences may be exhausted from laughter at the end. The characters gallop in and out of four doors of an English vicarage. One critic said of this play, “A positive riot, in all my fifty years in theatre, I’ve never heard such laughter.” So, if you’re not afraid of laughing until your sides hurt, come sit in the theatre and enjoy watching the actors run for their lives.
THE EFFECT OF GAMMA RAYS ON MAN-IN-THE-MOON MARIGOLDS
Drama (Adult)
by Paul Zindel
July 13-18
The dynamic play won the Pulitzer Prize, the Obie Award and the New York Drama Critics Circle Award as the Best American Play of the season. It is the powerful and moving story of a family that struggles to express the love they feel for each other. Don’t let the word “drama” keep you from witnessing some of the more powerful performances of the entire OST summer. There is such beauty and even humor in this lovely journey. You will not forget this one for a long time.
COMPANY
Musical (PG13)
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, Book by George Furth
July 20-25
This ground-breaking musical was just revived on Broadway and OST is proud to bring it back to the Iowa Great Lakes as well. It is a witty and sophisticated look at relationships and features a brilliant and energetic score by the great Stephen Sondheim. We will star several of our talented professionals including OST favorite Rob Doyen. This is contemporary American Musical Theatre at its very best.
UNNECESSARY FARCE
Comedy (PG13)
By Paul Slade Smith
July 27- Aug 1
Be the first on your block to see this brand new farce that is delighting audiences all over the country. It has all the elements of a crazy night at the theatre. Two Cops, Three Crooks, Eight doors and Go! It has more laughs per minute than any comedy to hit the stage for a long time. If your doctor has cleared you to laugh until your sides hurt, then bring your friends and buckle up!
THE CHALK GARDEN
Mystery (PG13)
By Enid Bagnold
Aug 3-8
There is something very strange about the woman Mrs. St Maugham has hired as a companion for her granddaughter. And indeed there is something in her past that is revealed with a famous judge who just happens to come to dinner. It’s a very famous play that is filled with eccentric characters and plot twists. The words “tantalizing and fascinating” have always been used to describe Enid Bagnold’s wonderful work. Come and see if you can figure out the mystery before Mrs. St Maugham does.
RABBIT HOLE
Drama (Adult)
by David Lindsay-Abaire
Aug 10-15
This may be the most dynamic play of our 53rd season. It is new and captivated Broadway audiences through the performances of Tyne Daly and Cynthia Nixon. Critics called this play, “thoroughly absorbing and profoundly affecting.”has crafted a beautiful and tender portrait of a family and how it can absorb hard times. Yes, it is a drama and yes, you should try it.
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Musical(Family)
Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Howard Ashman/Tim Rice, Book by Linda Woolverton
Aug 17-22
Get your tickets now! We are closing our season with one of the most popular musicals ever. Be Our Guest, and join the OST Company for this wonderful family extravaganza. Every child deserves the gift of getting to clap with the music and delight in the costumes of a Disney classic. What a way to say goodbye for another year. When we say this in not one to miss, we mean it!
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'Boji Bantam (Children's Theatre) Schedule
All shows start at 10:30 a.m.
East of the Sun (June 23-26) by William Glennon - In this faithful retelling of the old Norwegian folk tale, a power-hungry Ice Witch living in a castle East of the Sun agrees to marry Princess of the Long Nose and Prince Nordo—but for a price. With bears, prize diamonds, and a spirited heroine, everyone will find something to love in this hilarious, fantastical, and touching story.
Fantastic Mr. Fox (July 14-17) Dramatized by Sally Reid from the story by Roald Dahl - Recently made into a major motion picture, this classic Roald Dahl tale takes us on wild goose chases over hills and valleys as we follow Mr. Fox and his friends as they try to stump the mean farmers Boggis, Bunce, and Bean. With all of these incredible adventures, “Fantastic Mr. Fox” will make for an exciting show!
Just So Stories - Musical (July 28-31) Adapted by Aurand Harris from Rudyard Kipling’s stories. Music by Rineldo Capillupe - This colorful and faced-paced musical adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s stories for children comes to life on stage. These clever explanations of how things came to be in the world are insightful and amusing. Use your imagination and join us in song and dance for the “Just So Stories.”
Señora Tortuga (Aug. 11-14) by Roxanne Schroeder-Arce - A tender celebration of two cultures and languages, this bilingual play uses the wisdom tales of the Mexican culture to give hope to a family faced with too much reality. After magical stories and incredible visions, we discover that Señora Tortuga might be more than meets the eye. This touching tale is an excellent way to end another wonderful 'Boji Bantam season.
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