The Phantom Tollbooth by Simon Stephens
Book by: Norton Juster & Sheldon Harnick
Music by: Arnold Black
Lyrics by: Sheldon Harnick
Presented by: The Barr Family
The Phantom Tollbooth
Director: Helen Roundhill
Musical Director: David Dryfoos
Choreographed by Megan Connell
Casting: Ages 8-19
Showtimes
- Sat 10/12 11am* & 3pm
- *Opening day celebration
- Sun 10/13 11am
- Wed 10/16 11am *School Show*
- Wed 10/16 4pm *accessible performance*
- 10/19 11am & 3pm
- 10/20 11am
More About This show
The Story
The exceptional tale of Milo, Tock and a certain magic tollbooth is brought splendidly to life on stage in The Phantom Tollbooth TYA. Adapted from Norton Juster’s beloved children’s book, this inventive musical features a melodious score by Arnold Black and witty lyrics full of wordplay by Pulitzer Prize and three-time-Tony-winner, Sheldon Harnick (Fiddler on the Roof, She Loves Me). Even surrounded by dozens of toys, Milo is bored. Nothing interests him at all. The Phantom Tollbooth comes to the rescue! Transported to the Land of Wisdom, Milo is thrust into adventure when told Princesses Rhyme and Reason need rescuing to bring peace between two kings. They are divided over which is more important: words or numbers. Knee-deep in danger, language and math along the way, Milo learns everything has a purpose. Upon his return home, he realizes there is never a reason to be bored in a world full of so many things to discover.
This delightful musical is designed for young audiences and their accompanying families but all ages are welcome!
Accessibility
Wednesday 10/16 4pm
A special relaxed performance environment for patrons preferring reduced capacity, and sound and lighting adjustments.
Studio East is committed to providing access for all for all of our programming and performances.
Audition Information
Auditions: September 3 & 4; 6-9pm
PREPARE: 1 32-bar selection of a standard musical theatre song showing range and character. 1 1-minute or less monologue, poem, or storytelling piece showing large character choices.
COMPLETE: Submit your audition form online including informal headshot photo and resume. Audition Form
VISIT: This audition resources folder has some recommended audition songs, as well as tips and advice for a successful audition. Also check out our website for our upcoming audition workshop and coaching offerings.
Tuition & Scholarship Info
Tuition for the Show: $650 – $700
Scholarships Available
Studio East has a Scholarship Fund to offer partial scholarships for all of our programs to students who could not otherwise participate. Apply for a scholarship here. Turnaround for scholarships is usually 1-2 weeks. If you are concerned about the class/cast filling before your scholarship application is processed, please let us know, and we will save a spot in class for your student.
More questions on tuition or scholarships? Contact Carolyn Agan.
Show Sponsor
- Presenting Sponsor: The Barr Family
- Artistic Sponsor 1: Studio East Board of Directors
- Artistic Sponsor 2: Available
- Technical Sponsor 1: The Caley Family
- Technical Sponsor 2: Available
- Technical Sponsor 3: Available
SPONSOR THIS SHOW
Presenting Sponsor: $5,000
- Billing as Presenting Sponsor on the show poster, program, website and social banners/posts.
- Sponsor notes in the program.
- Four Opening Night Celebration Tickets to your sponsored show.
- Two Complimentary tickets to one other mainstage production of your choice.
Artistic Sponsor: $2,500
- Billing as Artistic Sponsor in the show program, and website show page.
- Two Opening Night Celebration Tickets to your sponsored show.
- Two 50% off tickets to one other mainstage production of your choice.
Technical Sponsor: $1,000
- Billing as Technical Sponsor in the show program.
- Two Tickets to Opening Night Celebration of your production.
- Two Tickets to one other Main Stage Production of your choice.
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