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The Fantasticks

Book and Lyrics by Tom Jones
Music by Harvey Schmidt

Directed by Victoria Bussert

March 17–April 11, 2010

Major Sponsors:

James G. and Catherine Berges, Barbara and Russell Browning, Steve and Linda Finerty, and Jean-Paul and Isabelle Montupet

Filled with whimsy and magic, this must-see musical tells the tale of two young lovebirds from neighboring families who steal glances and keep their romance a secret from their feuding fathers. Little do the kids know that their dads are actually good friends who’ve hatched a plan—with the help of a mystical band of a traveling players—to get the pair down the aisle. Honored with a Tony Award, The Fantasticks appears in the Guinness Book of Records as the world’s longest-running musical.

Steve's Take: This gentle, beguiling musical so amazed me when I saw it as a young man, it convinced me I wanted to make my life in the theatre. I know you'll be as entranced as I by its beauty and simple brilliance.

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• The Rep's Education Department recommends this production for grades 10 and up (ages 15 and up). A Study Guide featuring before- and after-performance activities, is available for download.
• A Play Guide containing a synopsis of the production's story and characters and other information is available. Click here to learn more!
• A free Pre-Performance Presentation will precede the evening performances on Tuesday, April 6 at 6:30 pm and Thursday, April 8 at 7:15 pm.
• A free, half-hour Post-Performance Discussion with the cast and staff will follow the matinee performances on March 24 and April 7, and the evening performances on March 25 and April 1.
• A Talk Theatre lecture will be given on Monday, March 15, 2010 at 7:30 pm. For tickets or more information, call (314) 968-4925.

The Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts is fully accessible to patrons using wheelchairs or with other mobility challenges. Seating areas to accomodate persons using wheelchairs are located throughout the Mainstage house. If you require special seating, please call the Box Office at (314) 968-4925.

The Browning Mainstage is equipped with an Assistive Listening System. Headsets, available free of charge, may be picked up at the Patron Services Desk at the Loretto-Hilton Center one-half hour prior to the performance.

The performance on April 11, 2010, 2 pm is presented with Open Captioning for the deaf and hard of hearing. Special seating featuring optimal views of the stage and captions is reserved. Call The Rep's Box Office at (314) 968-4925 for ticket prices and reservations. Deaf or speech-disabled patrons may use the Relay Missouri service by calling (800) 735-2966 (TTY) or (800) 735-2466 (voice).

The Rep offers Audio Description for the visually impaired for all non-preview performances of this production. The description includes program notes as well as information on the visual elements of the production. To reserve tickets and description devices, please call the Box Office at (314) 968-4925. (Two weeks advance notice is required for this service.)

Cast: Sara M. Bruner (The Mute), Stella Heath (Luisa), Joneal Joplin (Henry), Scott Schafer (Bellomy), Dan Sharkey (Hucklebee), Cory Michael Smith (Matt), Brian Sutherland (El Gallo), John Woodson (Mortimer)

Creative Staff: Victoria Bussert (Director), David Horstman (Music Director/Pianist), Martín Céspedes (Choreographer), Gary M. English (Scenic Designer), Dorothy Marshall Englis (Costume Designer), Peter E. Sargent (Lighting Designer), Rusty Wandall (Sound Designer), Glenn Dunn (Stage Manager), Tony Dearing (Assistant Stage Manager)

About This Production

The Fantasticks is performed on the Browning Mainstage at the Loretto-Hilton Center, 130 Edgar Road, Webster Groves, March 17–April 11, 2010.

Approximate running time: To be determined.

Performance Days & Times | see all
Tuesdays at 7 pm
Wednesdays–Fridays at 8 pm
Selected Wednesdays at 1:30 pm
Saturdays at 5 pm
Selected Saturdays at 9 pm
Sundays at 2 pm
Selected Sundays at 7 pm

Recommended for grades 10 and up (ages 15 and up).

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Audience accessibility options for the deaf, blind or those with physical challenges.