‘Amadeus,’ ‘Cinderella,’ ‘39 Steps,’ ‘Spamalot’ highlight Wheaton Drama’s 2014-15 season
WHEATON, IL. — Wheaton Drama Inc., the venerable theater troupe, has announced its 2014-15 season, an eclectic array of theatrical offerings that promise to delight its established audience and attract new patrons to Playhouse 111.
Mad Mid-Mod Musicals: June 26–29, 2014 — A retro revue featuring tunes from the 1950s and 1960s.
The Last Five Years: Aug. 8–17, 2014 (7 performances) — A two-person musical depicting a young marriage.
Amadeus: Sept. 19–Oct. 12, 2014 — The fictionalized account of the rivalry between composers Mozart and Salieri in 18th-century Vienna.
Cinderella: Nov. 14–Dec. 7, 2014 — Rodgers and Hammerstein’s enchanting take on the classic fairy tale.
It’s a Wonderful Life radio show: Dec. 11–14, 2014 — Journey to Bedford Falls for this perennial favorite, brought to life as a radio show.
The 39 Steps: Jan. 30–Feb. 12, 2015 — A hilariously frenetic reworking of the Hitchcock film, with all the characters played by just four actors.
Enchanted April: March 27–April 12, 2015 (3-week run) — Four London women rent a villa in Italy, renewing their spirits and their worldview.
Spamalot: May 22–June 14, 2015 — The musical comedy based on Monty Python and the Holy Grail, with familiar characters and lots of surprises.
All shows are pending the securing of rights. All performances will take place at 111 N. Hale St., Wheaton, IL. For information about Wheaton Drama’s current season, please visit www.wheatondrama.org.
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