Educational Programs

Theatre Arts Program

The Fairytale Town Troupers is a Theatre Arts program that teaches the essentials of live stage production in a practical rehearsal and performance format. The Troupers program is open to young actors aged 5 to 18, as well as Interns and adult volunteers aged 18 to 21. In this unique program, novices work side-by-side with seasoned veterans to gain invaluable hands-on experience in the art of producing live theatre.

Original productions for the Fairytale Town Troupers are written and directed by Fairytale Town’s Education & Theatre Arts Specialist John Lee, an award-winning local playwright, director and actor.

Fairytale Town Troupers 2013 Season

Beauty and the Beat!

Saturdays & Sundays in the Children’s Theater
March 30, 31, April 6 & 7, 2013
Showtimes at 12:30 & 2:30 PM

The Fairytale Town Troupers begin their sixth season with Beauty and the Beat!, a retelling of the classic fairytale with music, magic and mid-century mod. At the corner coffee house, beautiful Beatrix is beloved by all—until her faltering father is forced to sell out to a big-time brute who is all business.

Tickets are $2 for nonmembers and $1 for members in addition to park admission. Tickets can be purchased at the Fairytale Town main gate or at the entrance to the Children’s Theater.

Jack and the Mean Stalk

Saturdays & Sundays on the Mother Goose Stage
July 20, 21, 27 & 28, 2013
Showtimes at 12  & 2 PM

Brave Jackson sets out on a dangerous quest to reclaim his lost family treasure and save the sleepy countryside from the Dark Sorcery in the Sky. Armed with only his courage and a magical singing sword, Jackson climbs up and up—into the mysterious Kingdom of the Clouds—for an unexpected journey into adventure!

Performances of Jack and the Mean Stalk are free with paid park admission.

All titles and show dates for the 2013 season are subject to change.

For More Information About the Fairytale Town Troupers, Please Contact:

mrlee@fairytaletown.org
916.808.8884 ext. 1