The Muni will present the classic tale of Peter Pan Aug. 2-4 and 7-11 complete with amazing special effects in its outdoor theater. Anna Bussing tackles the role of Peter Pan, the boy who refuses to grow up. Along with his fairy sidekick, they fly away with youngsters Wendy, John and Michael (Lindsey Leach, Jakob Hankins […]
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Madcap musical
Springfield Theatre Center presents a musical about Pippi, the stripper on the run, who is the new tenant at the exclusive Florida trailer park, Armadillo Acres. But she’s no ordinary tenant, and there are only laughs after Pippi comes between Dr. Phil-loving, agoraphobic Jeannie and her tollbooth collector husband. Music and lyrics by David Nehls. […]
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A living legacy
Everything but the basic framework may be new, but the 60-year-old auditorium at 101 E. Lawrence Avenue will reopen next month with due honor to the past, says Scott Richardson, director with local community theater group Roxy Theatricals and the new private owner of the former Springfield Theatre Centre building. For $58,000, Richardson purchased the […]
