Natick Drama Workshop Presents Twinderella, a Twisted Take on Cinderella

The Natick Drama Workshop (NDW) will be present four performances of "Twinderella" from April 8 to 10. The play is a twisted take on the story of Cinderella, in which the famous princess finds her long-lost twin brother, Bob, living in the same kingdom with his own wicked step-family. The siblings enlist the services of the Fairy Godmother and Godfather, and two enchanted gerbils help them win their way into the exclusive royal festivities of the kingdom.

“For more than 40 years, Natick Drama Workshop has introduced young people from Natick and the surrounding area to the fun of being involved in community theatre.  After auditioning, casts work every Saturday morning for 10 weeks on fun and creative shows under the direction of professional staff,” according to their website.

Alison Fraser, a NDW Alum, visited current NDW cast members while visiting Natick for her recent homecoming concert at The Center for Arts in Natick (TCAN).

The Natick Drama Workshop presents two shows a year, with four performances for each play. Each year, the Fall show is held at Kennedy Middle School right before Thanksgiving, and Spring show is at Wilson Middle School, usually at the end of March or the beginning of April.

“The magic of our program happens every Saturday when NDW staff, volunteers, alumni, and board members work with casts that range in size from 40 to 60 students.  As our young actors rehearse, adults design and create props, fashion costumes, and promote ticket sales to ensure that the shows have visual appeal and community support. We bring together a cross-section of community members, who are energized by the common bond they share in their love of the arts. 

NDW works to ensure that everyone feels welcome and included.  Because of this success and our reputation for quality programming, NDW continues to gain in popularity.  We generally have a waiting list of children who look forward to being included in each year’s productions.”

NDW also runs a coloring competition to encourage attendance by a younger audience. All children in the second grade and younger who complete the Twinderella coloring form will receive one free ticket to the 2 p.m. Saturday April 9 matinee. Colored pictures submitted by the April 4 deadline were entered into a drawing to win a Saturday matinee family pack, which includes four tickets to the show, snacks and drinks, as well as a backstage tour. Returned works of art will be on display at the Wilson Middle School during NDW's performances.

The Natick Drama Workshop also accepts the Senior NPS pass for free admission for older Natick citizens, to encourage a multi-generational audience.

Performances are Friday, April 8th at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, April 9 at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Sunday April 10 at 2 p.m., at the Wilson Middle School Auditorium, at 24 Rutledge Rd in Natick.

Tickets for are $5 for children and seniors, and $7 for adults. Seniors with a NPS pass can attend the play free of charge. Tickets are available through April 7 at the Cole Center at 179 Boden Lane, the Morse Institute Library at 14 East Central Street, and also at the door prior to each show. Ticket order forms can also be picked up at the Bacon Free Library or downloaded at www.natickdramaworkshop.org. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and seating is limited.

Natick Drama Workshop alumni are invited to attend the Saturday evening performance, and also an informal gathering at JJ McKay's in Wayland after the show.