Orlando Repertory Theatre
present its seventh season...filled with imagination
2009-2010 Season Schedule
Charlotte’s Web
Book by E.B. White, Adapted by Joseph Robinette
September 12, 2009 - October 11, 2009
The magical weavings of Charlotte the spider come to the aid of her newfound friend, Wilbur the pig, in E.B. White's timeless story of friendship. Join Fern Arable and all the animals on Zuckerman's farm as they all marvel at "Some Pig." Charlotte's brave plan to save Wilbur's life carries them, along with Templeton the rat, all the way to the county fair. It is at the fair that we discover the fate of Wilbur and Charlotte.
Show times: Saturdays at 11am & 4pm and Sundays at 2pm & 5pm
Sonny’s Family Night – September 26th, 2009.
Show: 4:00 pm Dinner: 5:30 pm
Backstage Tour - October 3rd after the 4pm show
Supporting Sponsor
Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital
How I Became a Pirate
A musical by Alyn Cardarelli and Steve Goers
October 10, 2009 - November 8, 2009
Have you ever thought of becoming a pirate? Jeremy Jacobs has and he gets that chance when he is recruited by Captain Braid Beard for his exceptional digging skills, necessary for proper treasure-burying, of course! Jeremy thinks the pirate life is great, until he thinks of home and realizes that pirates do not get tucked in at night and do not play a good game of soccer. This musical adventure will send you home laughing and growling “Arrrrrr, Matey!”
Show times: Saturdays at 11am & 4pm and Sundays at 2pm & 5pm
Sonny’s Family Night – October 17th, 2009
Show: 4:00 pm Dinner: 5:30 pm
Backstage Tour - October 24th after the 4pm show
Click here for the How I Became a Pirate Teacher's Guide
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Dear Santa
By Norm Foster
November 20, 2009 - December 20, 2009
It is the time of year to peek into the magical and timeless world of the North Pole, bustling workshops, cheerful elves and the jolly old leader himself, Santa Claus. Santa’s efficient, yet frenzied Chief of Staff, the ditzy housekeeper with a secret crush, the high-pressure sleigh salesman and the workshop foreman who does not quite command the English language all combine to keep the place running like clockwork, with the exception of a few mishaps. Soon, a request from one child’s letter throws everything off course and the answer lies in rediscovering the Christmas spirit. Fun for the whole family.
Show times: Fridays at 7pm, Saturdays at 2pm & 7pm and Sundays at 2pm
Sonny’s Family Night – December 12th, 2009
Dinner: 5:30 pm Show: 7:00 pm
Backstage Tour - December 5th after the 2pm show
Supporting Sponsor
The Giver
A Sideways Series Production
Book by Lois Lowry, Adapted by Eric Coble
January 29, 2010 - February 28, 2010
Imagine a perfect world with no poverty, no crime, no sickness, no unemployment and no unhappiness. What would you trade to live in that idyllic society? Lois Lowry’s Newbery Medal-winning book, The Giver, examines the idea that people might freely choose to give up their humanity in order to create a more stable civilization. In this compelling drama, 12-year-old Jonas learns just how costly this ordered and painfree society can be and boldly decides he cannot pay the price. What’s the Sideways Series? The Sideways Series showcases plays with new or lesser known titles, that encourage dialogue between young people and adults. The REP works in collaboration with the UCF Theatre for Young Audiences graduate program on this series.
This production is recommended for ages 10 - adult.
Show times: Fridays at 7pm, Saturdays at 2pm & 7pm and Sundays at 2pm
Sonny’s Family Night – February 6th, 2010
Dinner: 5:30 pm Show: 7:00 pm
Backstage Tour - February 13th after the 2pm show
Click here for the The Giver Teacher's Guide
The Berenstain Bears On Stage: A Bear Country Musical
Book and Lyrics by Stan and Jan Berenstain
Music by Elliot Lawrence and Jamie Broza
February 27, 2010 - March 28, 2010
Join Papa, Mama, Brother, and Sister Bear as classic Berenstain Bears stories are presented and commented on by guitar-strumming Cowboy Joe, the world’s foremost expert on the famous residents of Bear Country. Mama Bear is at her wit’s end with the cubs’ messy room and Papa Bear helps the cubs’ understand that honesty is the best policy. Brother Bear learns of the dangers of bad influences like neighborhood bullies, and Sister Bear has the last laugh when dealing with stage fright in the school play. Take a stroll through Bear Country and you’ll come out humming along the tune of life’s gentle lessons.
Show times: Saturdays at 11am & 4pm and Sundays at 2pm & 5pm
Sonny’s Family Night – March 20th, 2010
Show: 4pm Dinner: 5:30 pm
Backstage Tour - March 13th after the 4pm show
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Ramona Quimby
By Len Jenkin From the novels of Beverly Cleary
April 17, 2010 - May 23, 2010
Before there was Junie B. Jones, there was Ramona Quimby! The exasperating but lovable third-grader, sometimes known as Ramona the pest, is facing many issues that touch the lives of real families today. Ramona and her teacher do not see eye to eye, her Dad has lost his job, and her older sister Beezus gets on her nerves—Ramona’s life seems a mess! But with the help of her patient family and friends, Ramona meets these challenges head on. Laugh and cheer as this classic heroine of children’s literature jumps from the pages of Beverly Cleary’s books to the stage.
Show times: Saturdays at 11am & 4pm and Sundays at 2pm & 5pm
Sonny’s Family Night – May 1st, 2010
Show: 4pm Dinner: 5:30 pm
Backstage Tour - May 8th after the 4pm show
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