The Children's Theatre's Charlotte's Web Weaves Magic

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 5, 2004

CINCINNATI, OH — The Children's Theatre continues its 80th season with performances of Charlotte's Web, one of the most popular children's stories of all time. Jack Louiso directs the show, which features a performance by LOCAL 12's Cammy Dierking, and original music by Cincinnati singer, songwriter and musician Katie Laur.

Joseph Robinette's play, Charlotte's Web, is based on the children's classic by E.B.White. Written in 1952 and a Newberry Honor award winner, this little story of loyalty and friendship has had a huge impact on millions of readers spanning three generations. Though small in stature, Charlotte the spider's big heart leads her friend Wilbur the pig to understand and accept his place in the world. A little girl named Fern loves Wilbur, too, and along with a less-lovable rat known as Templeton, and a barnyard full of lively farm animals a story is woven which is as full of strength and as delicately magical as a web itself.

Imaginative puppets by Joe Kovacs are featured among the feathered and furred barnyard characters. Sets and lighting are designed by Jay Depenbrock. Costumes are designed by Jack Louiso.

Charlotte's Web is intended for the entire family and will be presented for the public at the Taft Theatre on Friday, April 30 at 7:30 PM.; Saturday, May 1 at 2 PM; and Sunday, May 2 at 2 PM at the Taft Theatre, 5th and Sycamore Streets, in downtown Cincinnati.

Single tickets for each production are $16, $14, and $5 and are available at all Ticketmaster outlets, including Kroger locations, by calling (513) 562-4949, or online at www.ticketmaster.com. Reservations for school performances and group sales need to be made through The Children's Theatre at (513) 569-8080 ext. 10.

The Children's Theatre also presents an additional 10 performances of Charlotte's Web for elementary and middle school students. Ticket prices are $6 per student with one free adult admission for every 15 students. School performances are during the daytime hours, April 29, 30 and May 3-5. Phone The Children's Theatre Box Office at 569-8080 ext. 10 for details. Free proficiency test-focused Study Guides are available online at www.thechildrenstheatre.com.

Charlotte's Web is made possible by the generous support of The Lazarus-Macy's Fund of the Federated Department Stores Foundation and the Fine Arts Fund. The Children's Theatre's 2003/2004 Season Sponsor is the Charles H. Dater Foundation. Media sponsors are The Cincinnati Enquirer, Time Warner Cable, 12 WKRC-TV and ExactTarget.

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