Arden Theatre Company : 2011/12 Season : Arden Children's Theatre presents Charlotte's Web, Adapted from the book by E.B. White

Productions

2011/12 Season at a Glance

PRODUCTIONS

Charlotte's Web

Adapted from the book by E.B. WHITE
By JOSEPH ROBINETTE
Directed by WHIT MACLAUGHLIN
On the F. Otto Haas Stage
November 30 - February 12, 2012 EXTENDED!

Join us for the heart-warming story of a special friendship between a lovable pig and everyone’s favorite spider. Wilbur, Charlotte and their barnyard friends have never been more delightful than in this wonderful tribute to one of the greatest stories for children ever written.

Best enjoyed by families with children 5 and older.

Photos by Mark Garvin

Critical Acclaim–

"Children’s theater often relies on an awful lot of bells and whistles. What a treasure then, when a classic story meets wonderful performances and creates that magic all on its own.”
–Philadelphia Inquirer [Read More]

Arden spins a winner: "Charlotte's Web" is now tops in filling the theater company's seats.
–Philadelphia Inquirer [Read More]

Philadelphia Weekly says The Arden proves Children’s Theatre isn’t just for Kids [Read More]

"Must-see for families –even for singles – this holiday.”
–WRTI [Listen]

"The timeless charms of E.B. White's classic Charlotte's Web speak for themselves, but Whit MacLaughlin's sprightly new staging of Joseph Robinette's straightforward adaptation for the Arden Theatre Co. provides an additional layer of magic with a low-tech, actor-centric, audience-involving approach.”
–City Paper [Read More]

"In the most soothing and subtle way imaginable, the actors make the audience part of their community.”
–Talkin Broadway [Read More]

"Fun, family friendly event from beginning to end. This is a perfect way to introduce children to live theatre.”
–Delco News Network [Read More]

In the News–

CBS 3 highlights Charlotte's Web as a family activity this hoiday
[View Clip]

Cast
Emilie Krause (Fern, Ensemble)
Leah Walton (Martha Arable, Goose, Ensemble)
Charlie DelMarcelle (John Arable, Gander, Ensemble)
Aubie Merrylees (Wilbur, Ensemble)
Brandon Pierce (Avery Arable, Reporter, Announcer, Ensemble)
Amanda Schoonover (Edith Zuckerman, Lamb, Ensemble)
Brian Anthony Wilson (Homer Zuckerman, Sheep, Uncle, Ensemble)
Anthony Lawton (Templeton, Lurvy, Ensemble)
Sarah Gliko (Charlotte)

Scenic Designer
David P. Gordon
Costume Designer
Rosemarie E. McKelvey
Lighting Designer
Drew Billiau
Sound Design & Original Music
Christopher Colucci
Stage Manager
Alec E. Ferrell

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