Arts & Entertainment

GBS Young Company Shows Opening Aug. 9

Stoneham theatre will showcase the best in local student performances with six shows.

Greater Boston Stage Young Company students will be taking the Stoneham stage during the Summer Festival, Aug. 9-19. GBSC’s Young Company offers year-round theatrical training and performance opportunities for students in grades 1-12.

The Summer Festival is the culmination of 5 weeks of preparation by the students and their professional Directors, Music Directors, Choreographers, Stage Managers, and Design Team. The Young Company Summer Festival includes 6 fully staged productions: family friendly Madagascar Jr. and the upbeat classic Footloose, while Shrek will bring all the Mother Goose stories to life – with a twist!

High school students will continue the fun with the heartwarming musical Big Fish, as well as The Great and Terrible Wizard of Oz - a modern take on the classic, beloved story, and finally the extraordinary adventures of Pippin! For tickets check the Greater Boston Stage Company website.

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