Just as the cast prepares to open a six-performance run of “Jesus Christ, Superstar” on June 28, news has arrived that North Central College’s Summer Musical Theatre will present another time-honored, family-friendly musical a month from now. Save the dates to attend “Peter Pan” July 26-28 and Aug. 2-4.
Six performances will be staged at 7:30PM July 26-27 and Aug. 2-3 and at 2PM July 28 and Aug. 4 in Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave., Naperville.
Tickets are $15/adults and $10/students and senior citizens; call the North Central College Box Office at 630-637-SHOW (7469) or visit northcentralcollege.edu/showtix.
The cast of “Peter Pan” features dozens of youth and adult residents from the community, including North Central students as pirates. Brian Lynch, North Central’s fine arts director and veteran of Broadway touring productions, is the show’s director and choreographer. Ali Kordelewski, a 2012 North Central graduate with degrees in choral and instrumental music education, gives musical direction.
Based on the play by J. M. Barrie, “Peter Pan” is a popular children’s story about a young boy who doesn’t want to grow up. The musical and its magic come to life as Wendy, John and Michael Darling fly off to Neverland with Peter Pan for adventures that include pirates, Indians, magic and a fairy named Tinker Bell. The story has dazzled millions of children for years and will continue to be a classic for all who enjoy a bit of magic.
“‘Peter Pan’ is possibly the most fun I’ve ever had directing a show,” says Lynch. “The cast is so talented, the music is wonderful, the story is timeless. It is fun, it is silly, it is exciting, and it can touch your heart before you know it. And to top it all off, we fly in Pfeiffer Hall! What a great way to spend a summer.”
Cast of principal roles for “Peter Pan” (part: name, hometown)
Wendy: Kate Williams of Naperville, Julia Roskopf of Naperville John: Justin Vasko of Woodridge Liza: Katie Paulsen of Wheaton Michael: Shane Frantz of Bolingbrook Nana/Indian: Avery Sipla of Naperville Mrs. Darling/Wendy Grown Up: Jen Prerost of Naperville Mr. Darling/Captain Hook: Ken Kaden of Naperville Jane: Emma Lee of Bolingbrook Peter Pan: Alaina Wis of Naperville, Victoria Newhuis of Naperville Tiger Lily: Sara Zgonina and Amanda Zgonina of Elmhurst Crocodile/Pirate: Eric Kopicki of Burr Ridge Lion/Indian: Amanda Peck of Woodridge, a North Central College junior Kangaroo/Indian: Elena Ruzzo of Naperville Ostrich/Indian: Gina Vekkos of Woodridge Slightly: Justin Smusz of Bolingbrook Tootles: Justin Lee of Bolingbrook Curly: Andrew Peck of Naperville Nibs: C.D. Menard of Glen Ellyn 1st Twin: Jake Clements of Naperville 2nd Twin: Blake Barnickel of Plainfield“Peter Pan,” the third and final summer production of 2013, is one of many ongoing programs hosted at North Central College to enrich and broaden the academic and cultural outlook for the College and community.
For a comprehensive schedule of North Central’s 2013-2014 Fine & Performing Arts Season, art exhibits and other musical and theatrical productions, visit northcentralcollege.edu/show or call the box office at 630-637-SHOW (7469).
