ACORN'S FAIRY TALE PLAYERS

Classic fairy tales brought to life with a fractured twist that adds an element of modern hilarity and social satire. Featuring a cast comprised of young actors from our Acorn Acting Academy and professional teen and adult actors.

titles and dates subject to change

PETER PUMPKIN EATER

based on the Mother Goose rhyme
adapted and directed by Keith Anctil

Peter's plan to hide his wife away from her disapproving parents in a giant pumpkin shell seems perfect until it begins to seem as if the pumpkin patch may be haunted by evil spirits.
A perfect show to celebrate Halloween!

October 15 to 30, 2011

PUSS IN BOOTS

based on the Charles Perrault story
adapted by Michael Levine and
directed by Karen Ball

A fast-talking cat helps her penniless mistress overcome the odds and win over the king by pretending to be the Marquis de Carabas.

January 28 to February 12, 2012

LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD

based on the Brothers Grimm story
adapted and directed by Stephanie Ross

Acorn brings our unique "fractured" sense to this classic story of an innocent little girl who is led astray by the machinations of a devious wolf.

May 5 to 20, 2012

Saturdays at 11 a.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m.

Tickets $8 adults and $6 kids twelve and under

Acorn Studio Theatre

90 Bridge St., Westbrook in the Dana Warp Mill