Andover's Alex Hanscom in 'Assassins'

Boston Children’s Theatre (BCT) proudly presents the Stephen Sondheim musical ASSASSINS featuring 18-year old Alex Hanscom of Andover. ASSASSINS will be performed August 7, 8 and 9 at Shore Country Day School in Beverly, MA.

Cast in the role of ‘John Wilkes Booth,’ Alex has appeared in BCT’s critically acclaimed productions of The Diary of Anne Frank as ‘Otto Frank,’ and The Addams Family as ‘Gomez Addams.’ Alex has also performed with Andover High School in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Thoroughly Modern Millie, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and has played ‘Donkey’ in Shrek with ACT Andover. Alex is a recent graduate of New England Academy.

With music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and book by John Weidman, ASSASSINS tells the story of nine individuals who assassinated or tried to assassinate the President of the United States. From John Wilkes Booth to Lee Harvey Oswald, the musical takes audiences on a roller coaster ride in which assassins and would-be assassins from different historical periods meet, interact and inspire each other to harrowing acts in the name of the American Dream.

“Producing Assassins is an example of what BCT does best,” remarked Burgess Clark, BCT Executive Artistic Director. “We produce theater that entertains, yet educates and challenges our audiences. We never shy away from exposing our audiences to a unique array of musical genres. By introducing our students to the introspective and distinctive sound of Stephen Sondheim, we are able to further broaden their view of the many forms musical theater can take. It’s thrilling to experience this journey with them this summer.”

Directed by Clark with Musical Direction by Austin Davy, ASSASSINS features 18 young actors and will be performed at Shore Country Day School, 545 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA. Performances are Friday, August 7 at 8 pm, Saturday, August 8 at 2 pm, and Sunday, August 9 at 8 pm. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students. For tickets and information, visit www.bostonchildrenstheatre.org or call 617-424-6634, x222. ASSASSINS is supported by BCT’s 2015 Presenting Sponsor WGBH and is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

About Boston Children’s Theatre

For over 60 years, Boston Children’s Theatre has served as one of the regions premier not-for-profit theaters. Named Best of Boston® 2013 and 2012 by Boston Magazine for Best Children’s Theatre, BCT’s mission is to provide access to exceptional theatrical experiences dedicated to fostering the artistic and personal development of diverse youth, with a focus on professional training and the development of new works. Programs at Boston Children’s Theatre provide a unique chance for self-discovery and individual expression in a supportive, and productive environment. At BCT, talented and motivated students gather from across traditional boundaries and nationalities to learn about themselves, each other and the world as they create some of the finest theatrical productions in New England.