Do you believe in fairytales? Well don't we have a treat for you... Rutland Musical Theatre is delighted to be bringing Stephen Sondheim's classic musical 'Into the Woods' to life in the smallest county of England.
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Into The Woods, with book by James Lapine and music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, intertwines various Brothers Grimm fairytales, exploring the results of their desires and quests. The musical debuted in 1986 and transferred to Broadway in 1987. The original production won the 1988 New York Drama Critics' Circle Award and the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, and the original cast recording won a Grammy Award. The show was nominated for ten Tony Awards, and won three.
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Transforming our rehearsal venue, we'll be getting up close and personal for this intimate production. Only 500 tickets are available for this magical production, which will run from 28th August - 1st September 2024 at Manton Village Hall.
The story follows 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 would 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. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
Narrator – Jen Squires
Mysterious man – Louis Brandt
Cinderella – Katie Ross
Jack – Jude Major
Jack’s mother – Belinda Graham
Baker – Dan Wade
Baker’s wife – Laura Ray
Cinderella’s Step-mother – Sarah Owen
Florinda – Cassie Pattison
Lucinda – Emma Kirkley
Little Red Riding Hood – Vikki Fallow-Norton
Witch – Rebecca Harris
Granny/Giant/Steward – TBC
Rapunzel – Mariana Dickson
Wolf/Prince Charming – James Barlow
Rapunzel’s Prince – Tom Johnson
Male Swing – Craig McClelland
Puppeteer – Troy Wilkins
PRODUCTION TEAM
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Director - Lizzy Young
Musical Director - Mariana Dickson
Choreographer - Jenny South
