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2014 Johnny Appleseed Children's Theatre Season

In 2014 the children's shows moved to Monday to Wednesday mornings. The page closes with the cast of The Truly Remarkable Puss-In-Boots, including short biographies written by the young actors themselves.

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Johnny Appleseed Children's Theatre

We've changed our performance schedule to better fit your schedule.

 Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday at 11 AM

The Truly Remarkable
Puss-In-Boots

The Truly Remarkable Puss-In-Boots is arriving at Apple Hill Playhouse on Monday, August 4 at 11:00 to entertain you with his antics as he works to gain riches for his young master. This is the final show of the Johnny Appleseed Children's Theatre season. You don't want to miss this one! Show dates are August 4, 5, 6; 11, 12, 13. Enjoy a meet and greet with the cast after each performance. SEE YOU THERE!!!

The Truly Remarkable Puss-In-Boots was written by Patricia Clapp.

The Cast:

Andy Meholick Director

Andy Meholick loves directing children’s theater, having taught summer camps at Apple Hill in years past, and as a current Teaching Artist at Pittsburgh Public Theater. Andy directed Li’l Red in last year’s JACT season.

Macy Kostovny AS OGRE (VOICE OVER), Stage Manager

Macy has worked on and off stage with various theater companies. She enjoys back stage work, but prefers performing. This show has been a lot of fun and she is glad to take on the responsibility of the stage manager. She thanks her mom and Andy for the support and the opportunity. She also thanks the cast for such an enjoyable, fun and silly experience.

Maya Bhatnagar ∼ AS WOMAN WITH HOE

Maya is excited to be able to participate in her second production at Apple Hill. She will be entering high school this fall. Since the age of 7 she has been in many professional and student performances including Shrek the Musical, Annie, Pinkalicious and Snow White. This would not be possible without the support of family and friends. It’s been an honor to work with such a talented cast. Many thanks to Andy and Macy.

Sarah Brammell ∼ AS FARMER’S WIFE

Sarah is an eighth grader at Mother of Sorrows School. Sarah has been in three previous shows at Apple Hill, participates in the yearly musicals at her school and in the shows at Maestro Minds. She plays piano, sings, draws, enjoys writing poetry and reading. She loves to make people feel emotions through her acting and hopes for a future on Broadway or in the movies. She would also love to be an English teacher.

Addy Hildenbrand ∼ AS BETTY

Addy is in the 7th grade at Derry Area Middle School. She is very active in school activities including Chorus, Show Choir, Swim Team and Student Council. She enjoys travel and meeting new people. Addy loves to act, sing and perform for the entertainment of others. She plans to continue her education after graduating from high school.

Carolyn Jerz ∼ AS PUSS-IN-BOOTS

Carolyn is a 7th grade homeschooler. Puss-In-Boots is her 2nd show at Apple Hill and her 32nd overall! She hopes to attend Seton Hill in the future with a double major in Biology and Theatre, seeking careers as a pediatric nurse and an actress. She likes science fiction, historical fiction and creative writing. She is happy to be at Apple Hill making new friends and working with Andy. PS – she is allergic to cats!

Matthew Lyons ∼ AS KING

Matthew is a freshman at Franklin Regional High School. He has a passion for acting and also counts gymnastics and reading among his hobbies. He hopes for a future career in the fields of journalism and acting.

Nathaniel Lyons ∼ AS CARL

Nathaniel is a 4th grader at Newlonsburg Elementary School. He enjoys acting because he loves to express himself to people. He hopes to be a great baseball player after he finishes school. He wants you to know that he is funny and nice, so be prepared to have fun!

Cameron Powell ∼ AS THE PRINCESS

Cameron is in the 5th grade at Harrison Park Elementary School. She loves to play the piano and sing. She has 3 sisters and two of them are also actors. Cameron played the role of Young Fiona in Shrek the Musical. She hopes that her career will eventually bring her to a Broadway stage.

Ryann Shirey ∼ AS ELLA

Ryann is in the 5th grade at Amos K. Hutchinson Elementary School. She decided to be part of the Johnny Appleseed Children’s Theatre this summer to express her joy in acting, singing and dancing. Ryann also plays the trombone. Her favorite color is purple and she has a 6 year old brother and 8 year old sister.

Paige Thatcher ∼ AS JANE

Paige is an 8th grade student at Mother of Sorrows. Singing and acting are a big part of her life. She has participated in multiple summer camps at Apple Hill and all of her school’s productions. She also plays saxophone and piano. She enjoys playing volleyball, reading, drawing and having fun with her friends. In 10 years she hopes to be living in England teaching literature and auditioning for movies and plays.

Cinderella

By: Richard Kinter

The classic story with a magical cat added. Kids (and adults) will relish the clever antics of Soot, the cat, the forgetfulness of the fairy godmother, the rivalry of the stepsisters, the propriety of Dame Dumble who is determined to marry off her nephew the Prince, and the three-stooge efforts of Sir Roundely, Prince Lancelot, and Harold, the Herald, to escape the Stepmother and her offspring.

June 16, 17, 18; 23, 24, 25; 30, July 1, 2 at 11:00am

Aladdin

By: Richard Kinter

An exciting musical adventure of wit versus evil. Magrabi, the magician, wants the magic lamp. Aladdin wants to meet Princess Buddir. Aladdin’s mother wants to pay the landlord. The landlord wants his rent. The Sultan wants his daughter to be happy. The Genie of the Lamp and the Genie of the Ring can obey only the holder of the respective items. Will everyone get their wish?

July 7, 8, 9; 14, 15, 16 at 11:00am

The Further Adventures of Maide Marian

By: Stephen Hotchner

While Robin Hood hides in a tree, Maide Marian, the best swordswoman in England, furious with Robin for having deserted her, picks youngsters from the audience to become her “gang.” They face the Dithero, sing, collect stardust together to help Robin to finally leave the protection of his tree.

Note that The July 23 show is SOLD OUT!

July 21, 22, 23; 28, 29, 30 at 11:00am

The Truly Remarkable Puss-in-Boots

By: Patricia Clapp

This arrogant Puss swaggers and struts through a series of adventures to give his young master position, riches and a happily-ever-after curtain. Highlighted by an encounter with the terrifying ogre, the self-styled “Truly Remarkable” Puss persuades him to take on a mouse’s form, and the result is Inevitable!

August 4, 5, 6; 11, 12, 13 at 11:00am
cast of Alice in Wonderland 2013

Pavillion available for party rental - call the box office for information

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