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THE FANTASTICKS
In the Thompson Shelterhouse Theatre
May 15, 2010 - June 20, 2010
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Book and Lyrics by Tom Jones
Music by Harvey Schmidt
ADDED PERFORMANCE: SUNDAY, JUNE 13 AT 7 P.M.
The longest-running musical in history, this enchanting and funny show tells the story of a young man and the girl next door, whose parents have built a wall to keep them apart. Nevertheless, the youngsters conspire to meet and fall in love. Their parents, meanwhile, are congratulating themselves, for they have erected the wall and have succeeded in staging a feud to achieve a marriage between their willfully disobedient children. Filled with moonlight and romance, The Fantasticks is the perfect way to spend an early summer evening.


Cast
Designers, Authors, & Crew
The Narrator (El Gallo):
Ron Bohmer
The Girl (Luisa):
Margaret-Ellen Jeffreys
The Boy (Matt):
Jon-Michael Reese
The Boy's Father (Hucklebee):
Bill Kux
The Girl's Father (Bellomy):
Jerome Lucas Harmann
The Old Actor (Henry):
Joneal Joplin
The Man Who Dies (Mortimer):
Dale Hodges
The Mute:
Lily Blau
Director:
Edward Stern
Musical Staging:
Janet Watson
Music Director/Pianist:
Michael Sebastian
Set Designer:
Paul Shortt
Costume Designer:
David Kay Mickelsen
Lighting Designer:
Kirk Bookman
Production Stage Manager:
Jenifer Morrow
The Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park wants your theatergoing experience to be as enjoyable as possible. Following is a list of content within The Fantasticks that may be of concern to some members of our audience. Please understand that some information may give away surprises within the story. The information is provided to help you make informed decisions. Keep in mind that the language and themes outlined below, taken out of context, may seem more offensive than they would be within the context of the actual play. This information will continue to be updated until the opening of the show to address any changes that may occur throughout the rehearsal process. Please check back often.
Summary

The Fantasticks is appropriate for all general audiences. However, due to the length of the show, it is not recommended for young children.
Synopsis

The longest running musical in history, this enchanting and funny show tells the story of a young man and the girl next door, whose parents have built a wall to keep them apart. Nevertheless, the youngsters conspire to meet and fall in love. Their parents, meanwhile, are congratulating themselves for they have erected the wall and have succeeded in staging a feud to achieve a marriage between their willfully disobedient children. Filled with moonlight and romance, The Fantasticks is the perfect way to spend an early summer evening.
Adult Language

The Fantasticks contains the use of mild adult language, including ass (3 times), dam* (3 times), hell (once), and expressions invoking God’s name (“By God” and “my God”).
Violence

The Fantasticks contains some highly stylized stage fighting and suggested scenes of violence performed in a puppet show.
Drugs/Alcohol/Smoking

None.
Sexual References/Nudity

None.
Other Mature Themes

None.
Running Time

The Fantasticks runs approximately 2 hours, 15 minutes, including one 15-minute intermission.