By Dan Nonte, University Relations
The North Carolina Theatre for Young People and UNCG Theatre present “Charlotte’s Web,” a musical about friendship and sacrifice, in Taylor Theatre March 14-19.
Based on the book by E.B. White, the play will be performed at 9:30 a.m. March 14-17, noon March 16-17, 8 p.m. March 17 and 2 p.m. March 18-19. Tickets cost $7 for adults, $6 for seniors and children, and $5 for UNCG students.
With the help of Templeton the rat, the wise spider Charlotte saves Wilbur, a lovable pig, from the frying pan. Joesph Robinette adapted the book for the stage. Charles Strouse wrote the music and lyrics.
Tickets are $7 for adults; $6 for seniors and children; and $5 for UNCG students with ID, UNCG alumni, and groups of 10 or more. Free parking for evening and weekend performances is available behind the Weatherspoon Art Museum. For more information, call the University Box Office at 336-334-4849 or visit www.uncg.edu/the.
“E.B. White takes an ordinary place like a farm and finds the magic in it,” said Peter Duffy, the director. “UNCG’s production brings that enchantment to the stage.”
Randy McMullen is the scene designer, Brittany Keel is the costume designer and Jon-Michael Smith designed the lighting. The cast members are Julie Marchiano, Christine Jordan, Megan McIver, Gordon Gantt and Ashish Thacker.
“The characters, and audience members, learn about the value of friendship,” Duffy said. “This story is an American classic.”
