Pirates and ninjas take center stage with GreenMan Theatre Troupe
Princes, princesses, pirates, and ninjas are coming to GreenMan Theatre Troupe this November!
GreenMan's upcoming performance of "Ninja Pirate Princess" and "Ghost Pirate Prince" each tell a story of what can happen when one chooses to go against the "fairytale script" and truly be their own adventurous, independent character.
This duo of family- and kid-friendly stories will enjoy a two-week run from Nov. 4-13 in GreenMan Theatre's downstairs space at First United Methodist Church, 232 S. York St., Elmhurst.
Appropriate for all ages, "Ninja Pirate Princess" and "Ghost Pirate Prince" audience members are encouraged to wear their favorite fairy tale or pirate dress-up costumes (optional) and prepare to set sail with a cast of delightfully zany characters!
Making her directorial debut is Katie Soria, who has appeared in "Ravenscroft" and "Cash on Delivery" at GreenMan and worked behind the scenes in many GreenMan shows.
"Although I have been an assistant director on several occasions, it is my first time 'captaining the ship'," Soria said. "I am able to suggest every fun thing that comes to me in rehearsals and to help each performer get the most from their roles."
Assistant director Marilyn Connolly is one of GreenMan Theatre's original members. The production crew includes David Soria, GreenMan co-founder and artistic director, along with Allison Soria and Steven Soria.
Local playwright Cathleen Ann, author of these two pirate adventures, is a writer, author, director, and the co-founder of Vex Theatre Company which has productions in cities outside Chicago.
She also wrote pieces for the two GreenMan plays, "After the End of the World" and "Shakespeare 400."
Appearing in the cast are local actors Elliot Brtva, who recently appeared in GreenMan's production of "The Tempest"; Myra Giurovici, making her GreenMan debut; Erin Payton, a veteran of several GreenMan shows; GreenMan board member Mary-Carol Riehs, who has appeared in several GreenMan shows including "A Midsummer Night's Dream"; and Erick Sosa, who appeared in the original production of "Ninja Pirate Princess" and has performed in many GreenMan shows including "Moon Over Buffalo" and "The Matchmaker."
Performance dates will be 7 p.m. Fridays, 4 and 7 p.m. Saturdays, and 1 p.m. Sundays through Nov. 13.
Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3 and up; children ages 2 and under are free but may need to sit on a lap.
To purchase tickets online, visit www.greenmantheatre.org. Tickets will be available at the door. Group rates for 10 or more children are available by contacting GreenMan Theatre at (630) 464-2646.
GreenMan Theatre Troupe is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to provide a source of cultural enrichment and pride for the community by presenting diverse, quality productions and providing opportunities for personal growth in the theatrical arts. GreenMan has been presenting plays in Elmhurst since being founded in 2003. Past productions include "The Odd Couple," "The Tempest," "The Secret Garden," and "Pride and Prejudice." GreenMan offers classes and workshops for members and the community and welcomes new members and participants in all aspects of theatre production. GreenMan programs are partially supported by a grant from Explore Elmhurst, individual donations, and the hard work of many volunteers.