About the Show

This season’s production, Into the Woods Jr., is a lyrically rich retelling of classic Brothers Grimm fables. All your favorite characters – Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk) and the Witch join in this musical. The musical centers on a baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow could give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse, and wind up changed forever (Musical Theatre International).

Auditions:

Offered on January 11 and January 12 at Main Street Recreation Center. Registration is required and can be completed online at gepark.org/register. There is no fee to audition.

Casting & Participation Fee:

All who are cast after auditions must pay a participation fee ($250 for residents, $275 for nonresidents) prior to the first rehearsal. Fee includes a t-shirt and cast party. Costumes will need to be provided by participants closer to the performance.

Rehearsals:

January 18 to April 6 at Main Street Recreation Center from 5:30 to 8pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays. A call sheet will be sent out weekly. Tech week will take place from April 10 to April 13 from 5 to 8pm at the Oakbrook Terrace Park District and will require all actors. A parent and cast meeting will take place after rehearsals begin.

Performances:

Friday, April 14 through Sunday, April 16. Tickets will be sold at an additional cost.