OCTC's Children's Theatre Series Kicks Off July 6

The Greater Ocean City Theatre Company’s (OCTC) kicks off its 2015 Children’s Theatre Series on July 6.

After a successful casting process, OCTC has assembled talented casts to bring to life five family-friendly theatrical productions this summer.

It all begins with the classic tale “The Emperor’s New Clothes.”

On July 13, OCTC provides their own spin and flair on the magical story of “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.” Snow White would like to invite all kids to attend this production in their favorite prince or princess outfit.

“The Perfect Dog” leaps off the pages and onto the stage for a South Jersey premiere on July 20. This musical production is based on the famous children’s book by actor and dog enthusiast John O’Hurley, and has been performed around the country.

OCTC presents “Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day” on July 27.

“The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig” rounds out the summer on Aug. 3. The show provides another side to the story of the Little Pigs.

Each show will be performed on Monday morning, 10:30 a.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. All tickets are $10.

OCTC’s professional Children’s Theatre Series is under the direction of John Anker Bow with Andrew Hink as Music Director and Colleen Kreisel as Choreographer.

“So many special memories will be created as kids, families, and the young at heart enjoy live family theatre at an affordable price,” OCTC Artistic Director Michael Hartman said. “Monday mornings are my favorite part of the summer because you get to experience first hand the joy and magic theatre can bring to a kid!”

For tickets to the Monday morning shows at the historic Ocean City Music Pier, call 609-525-9248 or visit www.ocnj.us/boxoffice.

OCTC’s 2015 Children’s Theatre Season is made possible in part by a grant administered by the Cape May County Culture and Heritage Commission, from funds granted by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

To learn more about the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company and other upcoming professional and educational programming visit www.oceancitytheatrecompany.com.