Now Playing Onstage in Philadelphia - Week of 1/06/2013

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SEUSSICAL JR
SINGING ONSTAGE
1/8-1/8/2013
A delight for children to perform, SEUSSICAL is now one of the most-performed shows in America! In this fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza, Tony winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (LUCKY STIFF, MY FAVORITE YEAR, ONCE ON THIS ISLAND, and RAGTIME) have lovingly brought to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination--Jojo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos.The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing Whos, including Jojo, a Who child who gets in trouble for thinking too many "thinks." Horton faces a double challenge--not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left to his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping, and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family, and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!SEUSSICAL JR. is fun for the whole family! Young performers will be excited to portray the characters from the familiar Dr. Seuss fables. This musical provides wonderful creative opportunities in terms of set design, lighting, and costuming.Note: for this version, certain
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THE CHIEF
Pittsburgh Public Theater
1/3-1/12/2013
O'Reilly Theater: - Gene Collier, Rob Zellers; dir: Ted Pappas.
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DOCTOR DOLITTLE
MEDIA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS (PROF)
11/20-1/13/2013
The classic tale of kindness to animals and animal kindnesses trots, crawls and flies onto the stage in a big Broadway-sized family musical. All of the characters (human and animal) we've come to love through the stories of Hugh Lofting and the magical movie musical are given new life in the stage version of DOCTOR DOLITTLE.
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GODSPELL
ERIE PLAYHOUSE
1/11-1/20/2013
Conceived and originally directed by John Michael Tebelak, with music and new lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, GODSPELL is one of the biggest off-Broadway and Broadway successes of all time.Based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew, and featuring a sparkling score by Stephen Schwartz, GODSPELL boasts a string of well-loved songs, led by the international hit, "Day By Day." As the cast performs "Prepare Ye The Way Of The Lord," "Learn Your Lessons Well," "All For The Best," "All Good Gifts," "Turn Back, O Man" and "By My Side," the parables of Jesus Christ come humanly and hearteningly to life.Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville, GODSPELL is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus, with a message of kindness, tolerance and love.GODSPELL RETURNS Visit the official Godpell on Broadway site for tickets and more information on this new production.
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DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID JR
MCKEESPORT LITTLE THEATRE
1/11-1/20/2013
In a magical kingdom fathoms below, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first,
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DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID
MCKEESPORT LITTLE THEATRE
1/11-1/20/2013

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ZERO COST HOUSE
Pig Iron Theatre Company
1/9-1/20/2013
Under the Radar Festival- NYC: - Toshiki Okada; trans: Aya Ogawa; dir: Dan Rothenberg.
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WHY I'M SCARED OF DANCE BY JEN CHILDS
Act II Playhouse
1/15-1/27/2013
Act II Playhouse: - Jen Childs; dir: Harriet Power.
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CINDERELLA
Arden Theatre Co
11/28-1/27/2013
F. Otto Haas Theatre: - Charles Way; dir: Whit MacLaughlin.
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THE BEAUTY QUEEN OF LEENANE
Lantern Theater Company
1/10-2/3/2013
St. Stephen's Theater: - Martin McDonagh; dir: Kathryn MacMillan.
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ASSISTANCE
The Wilma Theater
1/2-2/3/2013
The Wilma Theater: - Leslye Headland.
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