Our 2010-2011 Season
Bringing exceptional family entertainment to the East Valley for the past 14 years.
Buy season tickets in our EVCT Store today by clicking here or mail-in our form by clicking here.
September 30th – October 17th, 2010
The Emperor’s New Clothes
Book by Karen Boettcher-Tate
Music by Bill Francoeur
The kingdom of Glump has been falling apart ever since the pampered emperor became wrapped up in his tasteless wardrobe. Not only is he a big headed clothes-hound, his three daughters are quickly becoming chips off the old blockhead. Enter two con artists, Wart and Hog, who devise their ingenious plan for fleecing the emperor and stripping him of his money. Naturally everyone pretends to see the magic cloth and the emperor’s new clothes, until a serving boy points out the truth and the selfishness of the emperor. Great music and great characters make this a must see show for the entire family.
Auditions: August 23 and 24 – 5 pm ages 8-11 and 7 pm ages 12-18
Click here to view Audition information.
Click here to view the Mesa Arts Center website to purchase tickets.
December 2-12, 2010
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
By Barbara Robinson
Based on the best selling book, this delightful comedy is an American classic and one of the best holiday stories ever written. In this hilarious Christmas tale, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids – probably the most inventively awful kids in history. Mayhem and fun collide when the Herdmans meet the Christmas story head-on. You won’t want to miss this great family entertainment for the holidays.
Auditions: October 28 & 29 5 pm ages 8-11 and 7 pm ages 12-18
February 10-27, 2011
Puss ‘N Boots – A Tale of a Tail
By Steph DeFerie
Winner of EVCT’s Aspiring
Playwriting Contest
A poor miller has only a gold plate and a cat to leave his two sons. The younger son is tricked into taking the cat, but his rewards are many as the cat is magical and soon the young miller is engaged to marry the princess. But the story does not stop there. Enter the Ogre who wants the magic cat. Twist and turns, wonderful characters and a terrific story will keep young and old alike wanting more. A truly great Tale of a Tail.
Auditions: January 3 & 4 – 5 pm ages 8-11 and 7 pm ages 12-18
June 16-26, 2011
The Adventures of Pinocchio
By C. Lynn Johnson
Music by Kathie McMahon
Pinocchio is like any other mischievous boy, only he has been carved out of wood! In order to become a real boy, Pinocchio must prove he is worthy. Unfortunately he is tempted by fame, wealth and endless play at every turn. With the guidance of his father Geppetto and a different kind of conscience – the fledgling fairy Celeste – Pinocchio manages to escape his misadventures, finally making his dreams come true! This classic story about choosing between right and wrong is retold with original Italian flair, great songs and several twists; great entertainment for all ages.
Auditions: May 6 & 7; May 6 – 5 pm ages 8-11 and 7 pm ages 12-18 — May 7 – 9 am ages 8-11, 11am ages 12-18
All performances are at the Mesa Arts Center in the Nesbitt Elliott Playhouse
1 East Main Street in Mesa
Show times Thursday-Saturday at 7pm, Saturday at 4 pm, Sunday at 2 pm
*Thursday evening only first weekend of show
ASL and Audio Description Available
Season Tickets
Available at $40 - includes admission to all four shows and first choice seating.
Call the EVCT office at 480-756-3828 to reserve your seats now or purchase tickets online at the EVCT Store or download the purchase form and mail to EVCT, PO Box 20514, Mesa, AZ 85277-0514
Single Ticket Sales
Call the Mesa Arts Center Box office at 480-644-6500 or online purchase available at MesaArtsCenter.com - then click on East Valley Children’s Theatre.
For additional information call the EVCT office at 480-756-3828