The YouTheatre SPring Production:

The Boxcar children 

Performances from March 7 - 18, 2012

***Click: Cast Rehearsal Schedules***

Adapted from the original story by Gertrude Chandler Warner, The Boxcar Children, tells the story of the four Alden children and their struggle to survive on their own during America’s Great Depression. When their parents tragically drown, Jessie, Henry, Violet and Benny are left in the hands of adults who supposedly know what’s best for them. When the kids discover that these adults want to separate them, they decide to take matters into their own hands and hit the road. While on their journey the kids utilize each of their individual talents and learn how to fend for themselves. When a serious illness threatens the life of a member of the Alden family, it is up to these clever children to determine if they are ready to handle the full responsibilities of adulthood and the burdens of life in the real world. Through the help of their new friends Sam, Sarah and a mysterious benefactor, the Aldens learn to trust in others and to have faith in the kindness of strangers.

I would first like to thank each and every student or adult who auditioned for our YouTheatre production of "The Boxcar Children".

Congratulations to all, my job was made extremely difficult with all giving such wonderful auditions. I wish I could select all of you. I can only say in fairness I tried to choose the best students based on their auditions and what would work best for this specific intimate family adventure.

- Dave

Cast List "The Boxcar Children"

The Alden Children
Henry: Heath Wines
Jessie: Eleanor Palmer
Violet: Lucy Lannigan
Benny: Clarke Mac Donald

The Boxcar Ensemble
Molly Thomas
Caroline Ryan
Dion Mills
Emily Johnson
Sawyer Hatch
Luke Umphlett
Claire Amon
Amelia Allen
Gracie Mayer

Features
Mrs. Alberts: Beth Vachon
Officer Banning: JC Britt
Sarah Calder: Victoria Lamberth
Baker's Wife: TaNia Battista
The Kid: Hollis Green
Cookie: Sharon Stokes
Sam Truman: Carl Umphlett
Mrs. Truman: Patty Siebert
Mr. Alden: Doug Llewelyn

Director's Assistant: Sarah Hart

Stage Management Team:
Lead by: Betsy Tankersley
Emma Wutthe
Brenna Garber

ANNOUNCEMENT of First Rehearsal will be posted here later this week.

***Please Check the YouTheatre site regularly for announcements, updates and BOXCAR CHILDREN schedules and information.***