‘Don’t get Spooked,’ ‘Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing’ at BPA Theatre School fall showcase
Published 11:12 am Monday, November 9, 2015
The Bainbridge Performing Arts Theatre School’s annual fall showcase event, a family-friendly spectacle of performances featuring some of the island’s finest young actors in the second to seventh grade will return to the stage in November with two shows: “Don’t Get Spooked” and “Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing.”
“Don’t Get Spooked” is an original production by BPA’s resident musical director Josh Anderson and director of education Zandi Carlson.
Directed by Kate Drummond, the story follows Emma, a plain girl who finds it tough to fit in at her new school where the students are vampires, werewolves, ghosts, zombies and monsters. Through a series of adventures, and with the help of her new friends, Emma learns an important lesson about what it really means to fit in and the kids of the Spookyton School wind up having the best Halloween ever.
Based on the popular title by perennial favorite Judy Blume, “Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing” offers a humorous look at family life and the troubles that can only be caused by a younger brother. Sibling mischief and best buddy escapades are the problems Peter Hatcher faces in his attempts to deal with his impossible little brother, Fudge. From pets and birthday parties to shoes and school projects – nothing seems to be going right.
Directed by Zandi Carlson, this comedic romp is adapted for the stage by Bruce Mason and produced by special arrangement with Plays for Young Audiences.
The showcase will be performed at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10 and Thursday, Nov. 12. Guests can see both shows either night for one ticket.
Tickets, $10 for adults and $5 for seniors, youth, students, military and teachers, may be purchased online at www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org, by phone at 206-842-8569 or in person at BPA (200 Madison Ave. North).
