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Musicals at Richter’s Fairy Tale Theater for Children Begins July 1 with "Cinderella" at Workspace Education in Bethel
Fairy Tale Theater, a play series performed by children for children, begins July 1 with "Cinderella" at Workspace Education in Bethel.
Danbury, Conn. – Musicals at Richter (MAR) begins its 19th season of Fairy Tale Theater, a play series by and for young people, on Saturday, July 1 at a new location, Workspace Education in Bethel. The 2017 shows include: “Cinderella” (July 1); “The Merry Adventures of Robin Hood” (July 8); “The Dancing Princesses” and “The Musicians of Brementown” (July 15); and “The Jungle Book” (July 22).
Performed by an ensemble of young area actors under the direction of veteran educator and performer Elyse Jasensky of Danbury, these hour-long, interactive adaptations of classic tales include plenty of audience participation, a show-related craft activity, birthday recognitions and a visit with Mother Goose (played by Jasensky). In the case of inclement weather, the performance will be held inside the Workspace facility.
“It's exciting to be in a new space that has so much to offer us: a beautiful outdoor performance spot plus a versatile indoor space in the case of inclement weather,” says Jasensky. “It's also exciting to be supporting Workspace's program and to help spread the word about what they are doing in their amazing facility. They have been so welcoming to us, and we are so happy to be there!”
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“I think parents will not only enjoy our performances but will also be impressed and intrigued by what Workspace has to offer,” she adds. “Between Fairy Tale Theater and Workspace, a great partnership has been born!”
This year’s Fairy Tale Theater student company includes Jacquelynn Matchen, Rachelle Matchen and Sammy Lopata (Bethel); Nicole DeMotte, Chloe Djilani, Amaris Guerra, Tia Mahon and Curtis Rodriguez (Danbury); Michael Elston (Newtown); Taylor Hunt and Evan Smolin (Ridgefield); Cady and Madeline Galgano (North Salem, NY).
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Grounds at Workspace Education, located at 16 Trowbridge Drive in Bethel (look for the big red barn), open at 10:30 a.m. for the craft activity, with the show at 11 a.m. Bring blankets or chairs for seating on the lawn along with sunscreen; the performance will move indoors in the case of inclement weather.
Tickets are $5 each and may be purchased at the door. A small snack and drink concession is available. For further information, visit the website at www.musicalsatrichter.org, leave a message at 203-748-6873 or e-mail info@musicalsatrichter.org.
