CORNWALL, Ontario – Get ready for a wild evening of musical theatre as Seaway Valley Theatre Company presents Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR.
Based on DreamWorks’ beloved animated motion picture, the musical follows four Central Park Zoo animals who find themselves stranded in Madagascar. Featuring Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Melman the giraffe, Gloria the hippo, and the band of plotting penguins, children and parents, alike are sure to enjoy this high-energy show.
The play is directed and choreographed by Michael DeWolfe and Paula DiStefano, who are no strangers to directing young talent.
“Kids can be easier to direct because they don’t have a filter, and they’re not afraid to make fun of themselves,” said DeWolfe. “They’re really enjoying this production because the music seems more modern, and some of the vocal parts are very challenging.”
With 40 children ranging in ages from 6-16, DeWolfe says that this is the first time many of the kids will have performed onstage.
“We have a really good mix this year of new people joining us as well as old favourites,” said DeWolfe.
The musical is set to come to life for three shows Dec. 2-3. For more information about tickets, please visit the SVTC website.
