This joyful musical is a retelling of Oliver Twist set in modern-day Rio de Janeiro that tackles issues of poverty, inequity and injustice. Oli, an orphan girl, asks the goddess of the sea for a “little bit more” in her life. Con man Falcão and thief Zé Esquiva hope to use Oli’s sweet nature to steal from a rich widow. In the favela, Oli meets Nancí, who begins to teach Oli how to read. But when police officer Sykes gets involved, everyone has to choose between doing what is easy and what is right. Learn More
While the mouse commune prepares for winter, Frederick seemingly has his head in the clouds. When the darkest days of winter finally arrive and the mice have exhausted their supplies and worn thin their stories and games, it is Frederick who has stored up something special to help save the day. Learn More
Book by Donna M. Swajeski. Music and lyrics by Gregg Opelka.
Product Code: O99000
Comedy
Middle School | High School | College | Community
1m., 3 to 6w., 10 to 12 either gender. Doubling and extras possible.
Livestream and Record & Stream Rights Available
90 min.
In this magical retelling of the classic story issues like bullying and self-image are prevalent, giving the story a contemporary twist. Infused with wonderful humor that kids and adults can enjoy, this show's queen is more diva than evil. The upbeat songs and new characters deliver an inspiring message—beauty is who you are and how you treat people, not how you look. Learn More
Elementary School | Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
3m., 1w., 4 either gender, chorus of 4 to 12.
60 min.
Set deep in the Tombigbee swamp, this classic tale of a very young boy with a very big fear is brought to new and vibrant life in this musical version. The story centers around a fatherless young boy, his conjure-woman mother, his faithful dog and the Hairy Man who haunts Wiley's days and dreams. Wiley sets forth alone to face his fears and to conquer his own lack of self-confidence. Learn More
Elementary School | Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
2m., 1w., 3 either gender, extras as desired, or the entire cast can be gender flexible.
50 min.
Lenny is the smartest kid at Wilson Middle School and is constantly picked on by Steve, the school bully. One day a bus mix-up leaves the two boys stranded at the wrong school, where they both get picked on for being the "new kids". The boys learn what life is really like for the other and decide to work together and make a plan to get back to their own school. Learn More
Elementary School | Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
3m., 3w., doubling possible, extras as desired.
85 min.
A teenage inventor, the only son of Santa Claus, is reluctant to take over the family business. Junior puts more faith in his technological inventions than in good old-fashioned Christmas magic, much to the chagrin of his father. But, when a sudden drop in Christmas spirit renders Santa incapable of making the great ride, Junior must take the reins and learn the true meaning of Christmas in time to save the day. Learn More
Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional | TYA
7 to 13 either gender, extras as desired.
Livestream and Record & Stream Rights Available
65 min.
In this bubbling confection of a musical, Mole is introduced to the delights of life along the river by his new friend, Rat. Meanwhile, Mr. Toad is condemned to prison and Toad Hall is taken over by weasels. One clever jailbreak and a daring midnight raid later, and the world is once again set aright. Learn More
A flamboyant high-school senior boy named Chives is running for prom queen and is determined to bring his quiet town into the new millennium despite how many people he upsets. His antics are so outrageous that even his best friend is having trouble sticking by him. Together they learn that despite all the challenges of adolescence, it really does get better. Learn More
Elementary School | Middle School | High School | College | Community | Professional
6m., 1w.
Livestream and Record & Stream Rights Available
60 min.
Legendary baseball player Roberto Clemente is at the top of his game in 1972. Sam and the neighborhood kids are in an intense competition to win the chance to meet him in person. When their hero helps disaster victims in Nicaragua, his off-field actions teach the kids about what is more important than winning. Learn More
There is no need to recount the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and his redemptive discovery of the true Christmas spirit. It is as familiar to us as Santa Claus himself. This musical adaptation is intended as a means of chasing away the "humbugs" and saying, as only theatre can, "God bless us, everyone!" Learn More
