2017-2018 Season

The 39 Steps
by Patrick barlow

Based on Alfred Hitchcock's classic film noir, The 39 Steps is a rollicking adventure full of intrigue, suspense, and madcap comedy. Dashing Englishman Richard Hannay must uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious murders and stolen military information in 1930's Britain. His escapade leads him all over the English countryside in search of the meaning behind the enigmatic "39 Steps." Over 150 characters are played by a versatile cast of four actors in an over the top theatrical tour de force that has been hailed by critics and audiences on the West End and Broadway. 

The 39 Steps will be performed in the Black Box from October 6-14, 2017.

Directed by Sonia Gerber

Mary Poppins
Music & lyrics by robert sherman, richard sherman,  
​george stiles, and   anthony drewe
book by julian   fellowes

The unruly Banks family is in need of the ideal nanny, and Mary Poppins is practically perfect in every way. Join Mary, Bert, and all your favorite characters as they dance over the rooftops of London, go on a jolly holiday in the park, discover the meaning of the word 'Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,' and fly a kite up into the heavens in this smash hit Broadway musical based on the beloved Disney film. You won't believe your eyes as Mary's magical world unfolds before you this fall at Wayzata High School.

Mary Poppins will be performed on the Mainstage from November 10-18, 2017. Directed by Grant Sorenson

EURYDICE
by SARAH   RUHL

Pulitzer Prize-finalist and renowned playwright Sarah Ruhl reimagines one of the oldest myths in Eurydice, a tale of lost love and irrevocable choices. Turning the Orpheus myth on its head, this new version follows Eurydice on a journey into a Wonderland-esque Underworld, where she comes up against a Greek chorus of talking stones and the Lord of the Underworld himself. When her husband Orpheus comes to rescue her, the two must grapple with a reality neither of them could have ever dreamed of.

Eurydice will be performed in Auditorium 2 from January 18-19, 2018 before heading to MSHSL Section 6AA One Act Competitions.

Directed by Kate Beahen

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
MUSIC BY ALAN  MENKEN
BOOK & LYRICS BY HOWARD ASHMAN

A down-on-his-luck botanist. His cockeyed-optimist love interest. Her sadistic dentist boyfriend. And a blood-thirsty plant with a lot of promises. What could go wrong? Featuring a doo-wop flavored score and some of the wackiest Skid Row residents, Little Shop of Horrors has become one of the most popular musicals of the last 30 years. Seymour Krelborn has stubbled upon a botanical gold mine -- but are the gory sacrifices worth the reward in the end? 

Little Shop of Horrors will be performed in Auditorium 2 from February 16-24, 2018.

​Directed by Sonia Gerber

THE CRUCIBLE
by ARTHUR MILLER

One of the most important plays of the 20th century, The Crucible examines one community's response to crisis in their midst. When accusations of witchcraft swirl through the relatively civil town of Salem, alliances are formed and allegiances are questioned. As the fever pitch grows hotter, questions of morality, loyalty, and sanity become more urgent, and accusations grow deadly. In a world governed by order, how can the truly blameless state their case when the most guilty hold the power?

The Crucible will be performed in Auditorium 2 from April 27-May 5, 2018.

Directed by Grant Sorenson

Plus...  Student Directed One Acts in the spring!