Education Department Productions 2022

OEDIPUS REX
By Sophocles
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February 2022

When the people of Thebes ask their king, Oedipus, to rid their city of a mysterious plague, it leads him on a journey of terrible self-discovery that will devastate his family and the city itself. Written over 2,000 years ago, the play’s timeless themes of fate, free will, and identity continue to resonate in our contemporary world. 

​Performed by students ages 13-18

THE VELVETEEN RABBIT
By Janet Allard
Based on the Book by Margery Williams
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March 2022

First published a century ago, The Velveteen Rabbit has been a gentle light illuminating the path of growing up for countless children. This new adaptation embraces the heart and poignancy of the classic story, but also infuses it with an energetic playfulness that will cause audiences of all ages to wonder if a toy rabbit, if loved enough, can ever truly become Real.
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​Performed by an intergenerational cast of students and adults

ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY
Book and Lyrics by Judith Viorst
Music by Shelly Markham
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October/November 222

Alexander is having a bad day. A terrible day. A horrible day. From waking up with gum in his hair to realizing that his mom forgot to pack dessert. From lima beans for dinner to kissing on tv, it’s just a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. Judith Viorst, author of the hugely popular children’s book, provides her own adaptation for this delightful musical that proves that bad days happen to everyone… even in Australia.

​ Performed by students ages 8-13.

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Music and Lyrics by Jeff Bowen
Book by Hunter Bell
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October/November 2022

Four nobodies in New York lead the audience through their sometimes invigorating, sometimes aggravating journey of writing and producing an original musical—this musical. With a witty, energetic score and a Tony-nominated book, [title of show] approaches the creative process with honesty and humor. Lots of humor. Its quirky story, told through songs like “Die Vampire, Die!” and “Monkeys and Playbills,” is certain to charm fans of musical theatre as well as anyone who has ever just wanted to create something.
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​Performed by students ages 13-18
The Winnipesaukee Playhouse
603-279-0333
33 Footlight Circle, Meredith, NH 03253
​The Winnipesaukee Playhouse is a 501(c)(3) organization