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NEW REPERTORY THEATRE ANNOUNCES
THE LITTLE PRINCE
ADAPTED FROM THE BOOK BY ANTOINE DE SAINT-EXUPÉRY
MUSIC BY RICK CUMMINS LYRICS BY JOHN SCOULLAR
DIRECTED BY ILYSE ROBBINS MUSICAL DIRECTION BY TODD C. GORDON
NOVEMBER 22-DECEMBER 21, 2014
[WATERTOWN] New Repertory Theatre announces THE LITTLE PRINCE by Rick Cummins and John Scoullar,
adapted from the book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, November 22-December 21, 2014 in the Charles
Mosesian Theater at the Arsenal Center for the Arts, 321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA. Tickets are $30-$60
and may be purchased by calling the New Rep Box Office at 617-923-8487 or visiting newrep.org. Student,
senior, and group discounts are available. Student matinees are available throughout the run upon request. To
book a student matinee please contact [email protected] or call 617-923-7060 x8206.
The press opening will be Monday, November 24 at 7:30pm.
“The beloved tale told in THE LITTLE PRINCE is a compelling and timeless one” says New Rep Artistic Director,
Jim Petosa. “The world of the play and its inhabitants speak eloquently to all audiences, from adults to children,
because of its yearning heart and universal accessibility. During the holiday time of year, it was important for us
to produce a play that celebrates the joy of artistic programs that encourage intergenerational participation.
The spirit of the season is embodied in this imaginative and joyous musical.”
“New Repertory Theatre has had the great privilege to work with some of the most enthusiastic and talented
artists in the Greater Boston area over the past 30 years,” says New Rep Managing Director, Harriet Sheets.
“Ilyse Robbins is one of those artists. Her work on the New Rep stage as an actor, director, and choreographer
is always lively and engaging. With the fantastic team of actors and designers she’s pulled together for this
production, there’s no doubt that THE LITTLE PRINCE will prove to be an endearing addition to our 30th
Anniversary Season.”
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About THE LITTLE PRINCE
This holiday season, bring the whole family to an imaginative new take on the beloved novella. THE LITTLE
PRINCE tells the story of a world-weary aviator and a mysterious, regal little boy who help each other discover
rare and unique insights into love, loss, and laughter. Filled with enchanting music and heartfelt lyrics, it has
been touted by critics around the country for its appeal to all ages. This classic parable reminds us that “what is
essential is invisible to the eye” and that all grown-ups were once children.
Production sponsor Delta Dental of Massachusetts
About New Repertory Theatre
New Repertory Theatre is the award-winning, professional theatre company in residence at the Arsenal Center
for the Arts in Watertown, MA. Now celebrating its 30th anniversary season as a leading self-producing theatre
in greater Boston, New Rep produces contemporary and classic dramas, comedies, and musicals in both the
340-seat Charles Mosesian Theater and the 90-seat Black Box Theater. Annually, New Rep serves over 40,000
patrons, including 2,000 season subscribers. In addition to its mainstage productions, New Rep produces Next
Voices, a program dedicated to developing new plays with four playwrights through three staged readings and
one world premiere production. Under its Lifelong Enrichment Arts Programs (LEAP), New Rep also produces
its Classic Repertory Company, Page To Stage, Insider Experiences, and Spotlight Symposium Series.
New Rep’s Mission
New Repertory Theatre produces plays that speak powerfully to the essential ideas of our time. Through the
passion and electricity of live theater performed to the highest standards of excellence, New Rep expands and
challenges the human spirit of both artists and audience. New Rep presents world premieres, contemporary and
classic works in several intimate settings. We are committed to education and outreach, including special
dedication to the creation of innovative in-school programming and providing access to underserved audiences.
New Rep is an active advocate for the arts and a major voice in the national dialogue defining the role of
theater in our culture.
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Artistic Bios
Ilyse Robbins* (Director/Choreography) returns to New Repertory Theatre after directing/choreographing
Marry Me a Little and World Goes ‘Round; choreographing A Christmas Carol, Moby Dick, and Das
Barbecü; and performing in Tongue of a Bird, A Christmas Carol, and The Wild Party (IRNE Award/Best
Ensemble). Other recent area performance credits include On the Town (Lyric Stage Company); Love,
Faith and Other Dirty Words (Modern Theatre); The Full Monty (Stoneham Theatre); and The Phantom
Tollbooth (Wheelock Family Theatre). Recent directing credits include Working (Lyric Stage Company);
and Miracle on 34th Street (IRNE Award, Best Choreography) and Thoroughly Modern Millie (Elliot Norton
Award, Best Director, Stoneham Theatre). Recent choreography credits include The Addams Family
(Stoneham Theatre); Brundibar (Underground Railway Theatre); A Christmas Carol (Hanover Theater); The
Full Monty (Stoneham Theatre); and On the Town (Best Choreography, Entertainment World Awards,
Lyric Stage Company). Ms. Robbins earned her BS in Theater from Northwestern University, certification
from the British American Drama Academy, and EdM from Harvard University. Originally from Worcester,
she now resides in Belmont. Ms. Robbins serves as Clerk on the board of the Theater Community
Benevolent Fund. She will next appear in the cast of MOMologues for a benefit performance and will be
directing/choreographing How to Succeed… for Stoneham Theatre’s 15th Anniversary Season.
Todd C. Gordon (Music Director) returns to New Repertory Theatre after serving as Music Director for
Little Shop of Horrors, Rent, World Goes ‘Round, Passing Strange, The Last Five Years, Darling Divas Deck
the Holidays, Sophie Tucker: The Last of the Red Hot Mamas, Hot Mikado, Cabaret (IRNE Nominee, Best
Music Director), Gutenberg! The Musical, Dessa Rose, Side by Side by Sondheim, The Wild Party (IRNE
Nominee, Best Music Director), Ragtime (IRNE Award, Best Music Director), Into the Woods (IRNE Award,
Best Music Director), The Threepenny Opera (IRNE Nominee, Best Music Director), musical supervision for
According to Tip, and pianist for Marry Me A Little. Mr. Gordon earned his undergraduate degree from
University of Arkansas, and his master’s degree from New England Conservatory. Originally from
Claremore, Oklahoma, he resides in Jamaica Plain.
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Andrew Barbato* (Men of the Planets/Fox) makes his New Repertory Theatre debut. Recent credits
include Peter Pan (Disney Cruise Lines); The Secret Garden (Stoneham Theatre); and The Hobbit
(Wheelock Family Theatre). Recent directing credits include Alice! The Musical (Wheelock Family Theatre).
He will next direct the tour of his newest musical Jack and the Giant. Mr. Barbato splits his time between
New York and Boston and is a proud member of World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms.
Wil Moser (The Little Prince) makes his New Repertory Theatre debut. Other area credits include The Man
Who Came to Dinner, An Enemy of the People, and The King and I (Monomoy Theatre); Cymbeline
(Barnstable HS Drama); The Sound of Music (Chatham Drama Guild); Tom Sawyer and The Little Prince
(Eventide Arts); ’Twas the Night Before Christmas and Freckleface Strawberry (Harwich Junior Theatre);
You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown (Barnstable Junior Music Theater). Mr. Moser is a freshman at
Barnstable High School in Hyannis, MA. Born in Salem, he is a year-round resident of Cape Cod. He will
next appear in HONK! at Eventide Arts in February. wilmoser.com
Nick Sulfaro* (The Aviator) returns to New Repertory Theatre after appearing in Camelot and RENT.
Other area credits include Home of the Brave (Huntington Theatre Company); Something's Afoot, Dr.
Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, and The Full Monty (Stoneham Theatre); Anne of Green Gables (Wheelock Family
Theatre); 51 (Nora Theatre Company); and Bat Boy: The Musical (IRNE nomination, Best Actor, Metro
Stage Company). Mr. Sulfaro holds a BFA from Emerson College. A life-long resident of Massachusetts,
he currently resides in Boston. nicksulfaro.com
Laura Jo Trexler* (Rose/Snake) makes her New Repertory Theatre debut. Recent credits include The
Seagull, Cabaret, and Escape From Happiness (Brandeis University). She recently wrote and starred in a
workshop production of her one-woman musical PLAY ON! A One-Woman Musical Romp with
Shakespeare's Heroines. Ms. Trexler received a BFA from Ithaca College and an MFA in Acting from
Brandeis University. She is originally from Denver, Colorado.
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THE LITTLE PRINCE at a glance
Company:
New Repertory Theatre
Artistic Director:
Jim Petosa
Managing Director:
Harriet Sheets
Production:
THE LITTLE PRINCE
Venue:
Charles Mosesian Theater | Arsenal Center for the Arts
321 Arsenal Street | Watertown, MA 02472
Author:
Adapted from the book by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Music by Rick Cummins
Lyrics by John Scoullar
Director/Choreographer:
Ilyse Robbins
Music Director:
Todd C. Gordon
Cast:
Men of the Planets/Fox
The Little Prince
Aviator
Rose/Snake
Andrew Barbato*
Wil Moser
Nick Sulfaro*
Laura Jo Trexler*
Production Team:
Scenic Designer
Costume Designer
Lighting Designer
Sound Designer
Stage Manager
Assistant Director
Matthew Lazure
Chelsea Kerl
Karen Perlow
Michael Policare
Anna Burnham*
Sophie Rich
*Denotes member of Actors’ Equity Association (AEA)
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Performance Schedule:
Saturday, November 22, 8pm
Sunday, November 23, 4pm
Monday, November 24, 7:30pm
Friday, November 28, 8pm
Saturday, November 29, 3pm
Saturday, November 29, 8pm
Sunday, November 30, 2pm
Sunday, November 30, 7:30pm
Wednesday, December 3, 7:30pm
Thursday, December 4, 7:30pm
Friday, December 5, 8pm
Saturday, December 6, 3pm
Saturday, December 6, 8pm
Sunday, December 7, 2pm
Thursday, December 11, 2:00pm
Thursday, December 11, 7:30pm
Friday, December 12, 8pm
Saturday, December 13, 3pm
Saturday, December 13, 8pm
Sunday, December 14, 2pm
Thursday, December 18, 7:30pm
Friday, December 19, 8pm
Saturday, December 20, 3pm
Saturday, December 20, 8pm
Sunday, December 21, 2pm
Preview
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Press Opening
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Student Matinees:
Student matinees are available throughout the run upon request.
To book a student matinee please contact [email protected]
or call 617-923-7060 x8206
Special Events:
Tuesday, November 4 at 4pm
Wednesday, November 12 at 6:30pm
Wednesday, December 3 at 6:30pm
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First Rehearsal
Sneak Peek
Inside the Play
Tickets:
Telephone: 617-923-8487, Online: newrep.org
In Person: 12 noon to 6pm, Arsenal Center for the Arts
321 Arsenal Street, Watertown, MA 02472
Parking:
Free, six-level parking garage next to the
Arsenal Center for the Arts
Public Transportation:
#70 or #70A bus to the School Street stop from
Central Square Station, Red Line
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible, Assistive Listening System,
Large-Print and Braille Programs Available
Season Sponsors:
Massachusetts Cultural Council
NCGIT
The Mall at Chestnut Hill
Mainstage Season Sponsor:
WGBH
Production Sponsor:
Delta Dental of Massachusetts
For Media Inquiries:
Michael Duncan Smith | Marketing & PR Director
617-923-7060 x8205 | [email protected]
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