South Pacific
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Rodgers and Hammerstein’s
Music by Richard Rodgers
Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
Book by Oscar Hammerstein II and Joshua Logan
Adapted from the Pulitzer Prize winning novel
Tales of the South Pacific by James A. Michener
Director: Valerie Accetta
Music Director: Bruce Piper
Choreographer: Tracy Wilson
Scenic Designer: Cliff Simon
Lighting Designer: Dylan Bomgardner
Sound Designer: Ethan Brown
Costume Designer: Reneé M. Bell
Production Manager: Cody Steele
Production Stage Manager: Julian Olive
Scenic Design by Cliff Simon
Love and war set the scene for this Golden Age musical that premiered on Broadway in 1949 and was an immediate hit, running for almost 2,000 performances. Based on James A. Michener’s Pulitzer Prize winning novel, Tales of the South Pacific, this show features some of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s best musical numbers like “Wash That Man Right Out of My Hair,” “Younger Than Springtime,” and “There Is Nothin’ Like a Dame.” Spend “Some Enchanted Evening” when you see South Pacific at the Playhouse starting June 29th through July 8th. Weathervane Rating: PG
Notes from the Director
Valerie Accetta
“The musical South Pacific takes place in the stunning Solomon Islands during World War II, reminding us that atrocities can occur even in the most beautiful of places or hearts. People with strong values, kind hearts and a joyful sense of humor can still harbor distrust of people they don’t understand. Particularly in times of war and turmoil, fear can lead to widespread intolerance and resentment. As we witness the loveable Nellie Forbush confronting her own prejudices, it becomes clear that we have to be ‘carefully taught to hate and fear’. There is hope, though, that through self-reflection, we can also learn to feel empathy and open our hearts to one another.”
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Performance Dates and Times:
Thursday, June 29th at 8pm
Friday, June 30th at 8pm
Saturday, July 1st at 2pm
Saturday, July 1st at 8pm
Tuesday, July 4th at 8pm*
Wednesday, July 5th at 8pm
Thursday, July 6th at 8pm
Friday, July 7th at 8pm
Saturday, July 8th at 8pm
Ticket Prices**:
$35 Adults, $33 Seniors (60 and over), $24 Students with ID, $15 Children (12 and younger)
*Special Two-for-Tuesday Performance on July 4, 2017 (General Admission seating). Tickets are only $18!
Call the Box Office at 740-366-4616 for special group rates.
**Please note: All ticket sales are final, and all ticket prices listed include service, processing, and handling fees. Please visit the Ticket Prices and Policies page for more information.
South Pacific is presented through special arrangement with R&H Theatricals: www.rnh.com
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