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2018-2019 CALENDAR

Acts of Courage at RLT SUTTON SERIES FAMILY SERIES Welcome to our 2018/2019 Season: Acts of Courage. The plays and musicals we have picked all contain characters who Sister Act Musical Comedy The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Drama must take a strong stand in the face of seemingly overwhelming August 17 - September 02 RE ST October 19 - October 28 RE ST obstacles. As they do, they learn more about their own capacity for making the world a better place. It is our hope that in Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville Junie B. Jones, The Musical witnessing their acts of courage, we will all be inspired to follow April 12 - April 28 RE ST February 15 - February 24 RE ST their lead and take a stand for what we believe or overcome Pippin Musical Bob ’s any obstacle holding us back in order to move forward. Along May 31 - June 16 RE ST March 8 - March 24 GA GG with presenting these incredible shows, Raleigh Little Theatre is also moving forward in some exciting ways this season: This will be our first full season in the newly redesigned GADDY-GOODWIN SERIES SPECIALTY SHOWS Gaddy-Goodwin Lobby and Theatre – marking the culmination of a courageous effort on the part of this community to make The Revolutionists Comedy Cinderella Musical our facilities more accessible and help fulfill our mission of September 28 - October 14 GA GG November 30 - December 16 RE ST being a welcoming space. This also marks the first season Measure for Measure Dark Comedy RALEIGH SYMPHONY SERIES where each show in our Family Series will offer a Sensory January 11 - 27 GA GG Friendly Performance! We are also excited to partner with Fall The Raleigh Symphony Orchestra to present two concerts in TEENS ON STAGE/TEENS BACKSTAGE the amphitheatre to expand your experience with us! So, we SEPTEMBER 16 GA AP invite you to join us for our Acts of Courage as we move Into the Woods Spring forward into the future at RLT!. July 20 - August 05 GA GG MAY 19 GA AP -Patrick Torres, Artistic Director

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SUTTON SERIES FAMILY SERIES PERFORMED IN THE CANTEY V. SUTTON THEATRE FOR ALL AGES FOR GENERAL AUDIENCES Thursday - Saturday at 8PM, Sunday at 3PM Thursday & Friday at 7:30PM, Saturday & Sunday at 1 & 5PM Sister Act Musical Comedy The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Drama Book By Cheri Steinkellner & Bill Steinkellner. Dramatized by Joseph Robinette. Music By Alan Menken. Lyrics By Glenn Slater. Story by C.S. Lewis. When disco diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a murder, she is put in protective custody in Journey to the land of Narnia, discover the magic and mystery of Aslan, the great lion, his the one place the cops are sure she won’t be a found: a convent! While struggling through struggle with the White Witch, and the adventures of four children who inadvertently wander the restrictions of her new lifestyle, she uses her unique disco moves and singing talent to from an old wardrobe.This story of love, faith, courage, and giving, with its triumph of good inspire the choir but, in doing so, jeopardizes her cover. Filled with powerful gospel music, over evil, is a true celebration of life. outrageous dancing, and a truly moving story. Junie B. Jones, The Musical Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: Book and Lyrics by Marcy Heisler. Music by Zina Goldrich. A Sherlock Holmes Mystery Comedy Adapted from the Junie B. Jones Series of books 8by Barbara Park. Sneak a peek into the “Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal” of the outspoken and lovable By Ken Ludwig. Junie B. Jones. It’s Junie B.’s first day of first grade, and things have changed: Junie’s friend, The male heirs of the Baskerville line are being eliminated one by one. To find their ingenious Lucille, doesn’t want to be her BFF anymore. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard killer, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson must brave the desolate moors before a family curse and she may need glasses.This is a delightful adaptation of Barbara Park’s best-selling books dooms its newest heir. Watch as our intrepid investigators try to escape a dizzying web of brought to life in a genuinely comical musical. clues, silly accents, and elaborate disguises. Full of humor, horror, and plenty of stage magic this kooky and spooky caper that will have you howling with laughter. ’s Three Little Birds Pippin Musical Based on the story by Cedella Marley Music & Lyrics by Bob Marley Music And Lyrics By Stephen Schwartz. Adapted for the stage by Michael J. Bobbitt Book By Roger O. Hirson. Meet Pippin, a young prince who longs to find passion and adventure in his life. To prove his Additional Music & Lyrics by John L. Cornelius, II Meet Ziggy, a shy boy who would rather stay at home and watch television than explore the loyalty to his distracted father, King Charles, Pippin goes on a death-defying journey to look island of . Over the course of his onstage journey, with some help of his friend Nansi, for his purpose. He makes a grave mistake by killing his father to take over the throne. In he realizes that the real adventures can be found outside, amid the birds and jungles and the pursuit to right a wrong, Pippin struggles to decide whether he should settle down and beaches. Their worldly adventure is enlivened by the fantastic songs of renowned pursue a peaceful life or continue to make magic with the dazzling troupe of performers. artist, Bob Marley. GADDY-GOODWIN SERIES HOLIDAY SHOW PERFORMED IN THE GADDY-GOODWIN TEACHING THEATRE Thursday - Friday at 7:30PM, Saturday - Sunday at 1 & 5PM FOR MATURE AUDIENCESThursday - Saturday at 8PM, Sunday at 3PM Cinderella Musical The Revolutionists Comedy Based on the fairy tale by Charles Perrault. By Lauren Gunderson Adaptation and lyrics by Jim Eiler. Music by Jim Eiler and Jeanne Bargy. France’s fight for equality and freedom propels itself to modern times with this bold, brave Cantey V. Sutton Theatre (Reserved Seating) and blisteringly funny new work about feminism, legacy and standing up for one’s beliefs. This musical comedy is a holiday sugarplum for the whole family. Just the right mixture of Four beautiful, uncompromising women are reimagined as the heroes of the French Revolu- comedy and romance can add the sparkle of magic to your holiday season. This visually tion’s Reign of Terror in this passionate & empowering comedy. stunning musical combines elegant costumes and scenery with singing, dancing, conniving step relatives, and resourceful fairy folk. Measure for Measure Dark Comedy By William Shakespeare. Vienna is beset with brothels and loose morality, and it’s up to the Duke to provide some di- TEENS ON STAGE / TEENS BACKSTAGE vine intervention. Shakespeare’s comedy centers around the fate of Claudio, who is arrested Friday - Saturday at 7:30PM, Sunday at 3pm by Lord Angelo, the temporary leader of Vienna. Angelo lusts after Claudio’s sister, Isabella— an aspiring nun—and gives her an ultimatum: give up her chastity or her brother dies. Her Into The Woods Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. Book By James Lapine. decision ignites an exploration of agency, abuse of power, and the intersection of virtue and This epic musical is about wishes, family and the consequences of the choices we make. A sin in one of Shakespeare’s great plays. childless baker and his wife endeavor to lift their family curse by journeying into the woods, where they encounter familiar faces including Rapunzel, Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, SYMPHONY SERIES and more enchanted fairy tale creatures. This casual, family-friendly concert experience features the Raleigh Symphony Orchestra and an exciting neighborhood atmosphere. Fall Concert 2018 Sunday, September 16 at 3pm Spring Concert 2019 Sunday, May 19 at 3pm

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