Orlando Shakes 2014-15 Season Subscriber Brochure

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Olivia Grace Murphy & Seth Wallen, The Life & Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, Part I

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SERIES

LES MISÉRABLES

Sept. 10 - Oct. 12, 2014 | Book by Alain Boublil | Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer | Adapted from the novel by Victor Hugo | Margeson Theater

Victor Hugo’s passionate story of revolution, love, and survival of the human spirit shines in the world's longest running musical. Seen on stage by over 60 million people and winner of 96 international awards, Les Misérables will take your breath away.

BEST OF ENEMIES

Oct. 15 - Nov. 16, 2014 | By Mark St. Germain Based on the book by Osha Gray Davidson | Goldman Theater

Based on a true story about the relationship between a hate-filled leader of the KKK and an AfricanAmerican civil rights activist, the unlikely pair must work together during the 1971 desegregation of Durham, NC schools. A stirring new play that exposes the poison of prejudice and the beauty of friendship.

A CHRISTMAS CAROL

December 3 - 28, 2014 | By Jim Helsinger | Based on the novel by Charles Dickens Margeson Theater

The miserly Ebenezer Scrooge greets each Christmas with a “bah humbug,” until he is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future. The entire family will enjoy Dickens’ powerful, uplifting story of hope and redemption in this fresh adaptation – just in time for the holidays! * Member of Actors' Equity Association (AEA)

TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

Jan. 21 - Mar. 8, 2015 | Adapted by Christopher Sergel Based on the novel by Harper Lee | Margeson Theater

A compelling and timeless story told through the eyes of six year old Scout, the tomboyish young daughter of small-town lawyer Atticus Finch. As a tense tug of war between justice and racism heats up, Atticus and his family must learn to temper violence and hatred with courage and compassion. Based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel, To Kill a Mockingbird continues to inspire hope in the face of inequality.

Quentin Earl Darrington* & Bridgette Hoover, The Life & Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, Part I

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THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR Feb. 4 - Mar. 7, 2015 | By William Shakespeare | Margeson Theater

Falstaff, an impoverished knight, decides to simultaneously pursue two of the town’s wealthiest wives—with disastrous and hilarious consequences.

One of the Bard’s most delightful comedies, this highspirited romp is full of mistaken identities, crossdressing, and lots of laughs!

HENRY V Feb. 18 - Mar. 22, 2015 | By William Shakespeare | Goldman Theater

Young and brash King Henry V of England sets out to repair his broken nation after a bloody civil war and discovers the challenges of leadership are greater than he ever imagined. From Henry's rousing battle speeches to courting the Princess of France, Shakespeare explores what makes a man a king – and a king a man.

SERIES S I G N AT U R E EMIERE) (WORLD PR John Connon* & Heather Leonardi*, Pluto

BAD DOG

Apr. 8 - May 3, 2015 | By Jennifer Hoppe-House | Goldman Theater

After ten years of sobriety, Molly Drexler tumbles off “the wagon” by driving her Prius through her house.

Her family tries to cope with her wreckage, but ends up running headfirst into their own demons. Old wounds are re-opened and new ones are made in this comedic family drama that bites.

ALSO, PLAYFEST! NOV. 1 - 3, 2014 Geoffrey Kent* & Jim Ireland*, The Taming of the Shrew

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The 2014-2015 Season is subject to change; additional information about the season, including creative teams and casting, will be announced at a later date.

RAPUNZEL

Jun. 19 - Jul. 27, 2014 | By Brandon Roberts Adapted from the story by the Brothers Grimm | Goldman Theater

An evil enchantress forces a young couple to give up their beloved baby girl forever. The witch shuts her away in a lonely tower, but as Rapunzel grows – so does her long golden hair! Will brave Rapunzel ever escape the clutches of her evil captor? Find out in this playful adaptation with an Orlando Shakes twist!

3 S H OW S SERIES CHILDREN' Jeffrey Todd Parrott & Sophie Bell, A Night in New Orleans: A Magic Tree House Adventure

THE MUSICAL ADVENTURES OF

FLAT STANLEY

Oct. 23 - Nov. 23, 2014 | Book by Timothy A. McDonald | Music by Jonathan Waller, David Weinstein with Stephen Gabriel | Lyrics by Timothy A. McDonald, Jonathan Waller and David Weinstein | Based on the books by Jeff Brown with illustrations by Scott Nas | Margeson Theater

Stanley Lambchop is just like everyone else until he makes a wish to be as flat as a pancake – and his wish comes true! Scour the globe with Flat Stanley in this whirlwind musical travelogue as he becomes the ultimate exchange student and learns that heroes come in all shapes and sizes!

JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH

Mar. 19 - Apr. 26, 2015 | By David Wood | Adapted from the story by Roald Dahl Margeson Theater

When young orphan James escapes the clutches of his two conniving aunts, he launches on a journey of enormous proportions! Suddenly he finds himself in the center of a gigantic peach among human-sized insects with equally over-sized personalities. Follow James, the wise Old-Green-Grasshopper, and the pessimistic Earthworm on their wild adventure. orlandoshakes.org (407) 447-1700

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Choose Your Own 3 and 5 Subscribers receive a host of exclusive benefits including: • Free unlimited exchanges within your chosen productions • $5 off additional single tickets for friends and family, including Les Misérables** • Courtesy performance reminders and parking alerts • Great seats at a great price - reserved for you before the general public CHOOSE YOUR OWN 3 SUBSCRIPTION

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Piper Rae Patterson, It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play

CHILDREN’S SERIES SUBSCRIPTION - NEW! We’ve created a 3-Show Children’s Series Subscription valid for the first two weekends of your child’s favorite shows.

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Purchase a Children’s Series Subscription today and receive the very best seats at the best prices to all 3 shows, plus: • Free unlimited ticket exchanges • Lost ticket insurance • Courtesy show reminders and parking alerts • 10% Discounts on our award-winning Youth Education Classes That’s Savings, Flexibility, and Convenience – not to mention a great opportunity to introduce your little ones to the magic of live theater!

AND SKIP THE LINE DAY! O T E IB R C S B U S John P. Keller*, The Life & Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby, Part II

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