Musical Theatre of Anthem debuts 4th season

STAFF REPORT~ 9/7/2011

Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) opens its fourth season with the musical production of “13, The Musical”, a grown-up story about growing up. With a rock score from Tony award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown, 13 is a high-energy musical about discovering that cool is where you find it, and sometimes where you least expect it.
The show’s contemporary-pop score is performed by 35 vocalists from around the Valley, ages 13-16, accompanied by a live rock band.  “13 is one of the best shows written,” said producer and vocal director Jackie Hammond.  “It’s funny and light-hearted, but it also sends a message that what we go through at age 13 doesn't necessarily define us.  As one of the closing number states, “We all have 'a little more homework' to do."
Hammond is joined by veteran director and Zoni-nominee Laura O’Meara, Zoni-winning choreographer Sherry Henderson, and Zoni-winning music director Mark 4Man.
Performances take place at 7 p.m. Sept. 28 – Oct. 1 at 7:00 p.m., with an additional matinee show at 3 p.m. Oct. 1. Performances will take place at Boulder Creek High School’s Mini Auditorium, 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy, Anthem.  Tickets may be purchased online at musicaltheatreofanthem.org. All tickets are $13.  Because this show is about 13-year-olds and the "drama" they face, it is rated PG and parental guidance is suggested.
The story is based on the book by Dan Elish and Robert Horn, with music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown.