June 18 – 27, 2010

Music & Lyrics by Leslie Bricusse
Music & Lyrics by Anthony Newley
Adapted for the stage by Tim McDonald
Based on the book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl
Directed by Annie Richi
Music Direction by Kelly Kline

Overview

All Charlie wants in the world is to win a Golden Ticket to tour Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory. This fantastical place is home to the mysterious Oompa Loompas, chocolate streams and sugar-filled dreams. Join Charlie and the other ticket-winners – gluttonous Augustus Gloop, screen-obsessed Mike Teevee, gum-chewing Violet Beauregarde, and the poster child of spoiled brats, Veruca Salt – on their adventures through this magical world. Includes the songs “Pure Imagination,” “The Candy Man,” “I Want it Now.”

Cast and Crew

More to come!

April 16 – 25, 2010

Directed by Marge Ventura
Adapted by Christopher Sergel
From the novel by S.E. Hinton

Overview

Ponyboy has always been proud of his life and willing to stand up for his friends. For this teenager in 1960s America, the world is divided into two groups of people: the “socs” (socials), who have a lot of money and the attitude to go with it, and the “greasers” like himself who live on the fringe and struggle to get by. S.E. Hinton’s classic novel, first published in 1967, explores what happens when the rivalry between these two groups gets pushed too far, and Ponyboy sees his world crumble as he learns that soc or greaser, we’re all human.

Cast and Crew

More to come!

May 14 – 29, 2010

Written by William Shakespeare
Directed by Ann Bartley & Jeff Robleto

“Directors Ann Bartley and Jeff Robleto create a faithful and funny version of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at the Wilmington Drama League. The ability of the Wilmington Drama League to present classic works such as this is a testament to their artistic commitment. The staging of a Shakespearean comedy this funny is a testament to their artistic skill.” – Tom Butler, Wilmington News Journal

Overview

Falling in love has enough ups and downs for mere mortals, but when mischievous fairies get involved, it’s downright tumultuous. In the timeless comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Shakespeare shows love gone awry through weaving together the mortal world, ancient Athens, and fairy magic. Enjoy the witty, shifty Puck mixing things up for the earnest quartet of confused young lovers, and watch Bottom, the comedically clueless aspiring thespian, become the object of affection for the glorious fairy queen Titania.

Cast and Crew

More to come!

March 12 – 27, 2010

Written by August Wilson
Directed by Henry Porreca

Overview

In 1957, blacks and whites living in the North theoretically enjoyed equality. August Wilson’s Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize-winning drama Fences explores how the reality for black people in America was far different. Part of Wilson’s acclaimed Pittsburgh Cycle, Fences tells the poignant and enormously entertaining story of a father and son in conflict over their identies as black men and hopes for the future. Wilson is ranked among the great American playwrights, and in telling the stories of black Americans, he reveals universal human truths about the struggle for love, dignity, and happiness.

Cast and Crew

Due to the ongoing State of Emergency, the performance of “RENT” scheduled for Sunday, February 7th has been canceled. However, a performance has been added on Sunday, February 14th at 2:00 PM.

Sunday, February 7th, 2010, 2:00

Friday, February 12th, 2010, 8:00

Saturday, February 13th, 2010, 8:00

NEW! Sunday, February 14th, 2010, 2:00

Book, Music & Lyrics by Jonathan Larson
Directed by Chris Turner
Music Direction by Matt Casarino

Overview

The WDL is thrilled to present the first Delaware production of this iconic rock n’ roll theatrical masterpiece! Inspired by Puccini’s opera La Boheme, RENT tells the story of eight young artists in New York’s Alphabet City as their lives become intertwined on Christmas Eve in the 1990s. For the next year, they share laughter, love, heartbreak, illness and death. A modern classic, RENT is about the resilience and strength that family can bring. 525,600 minutes…how do you measure a year? Note: RENT contains adult themes and language.

Seasons of Love Campaign

The Drama League is proud to announce the Seasons of Love Campaign – a way to honor and celebrate life while helping the Drama League and AIDS Delaware.

For our production of RENT, a large faux-brick wall will be featured as a major part of the set. For a minimum donation of only $10 or $15, we will write the name of a loved one who is living with, has succumbed to, or has been affected by AIDS, HIV, or any other disease on one of the bricks. The bricks will be visible throughout the run of the show, and your donated brick(s) will be yours to keep when the show ends in February. Your tax-deductible donation will benefit both the Wilmington Drama League and AIDS Delaware.

To download a pdf with information on how to donate, please click here.

Cast and Crew

December 11 – 29, 2009

By Barbara Robinson
Directed by Crissy Montgomery

Overview

The Herdmans are the worst children in the history of the world! They steal, burn down buildings, and terrorize the neighborhood. So imagine the town’s collective shock when these delinquents not only audition for, but are cast to star in, the annual Christmas pageant. But who would have guessed that the parents, teachers, children, and even the Herdmans could end up discovering the true meaning of the season? The Best Christmas Pageant Ever is the perfect family activity for the holiday season.

Cast and Crew

October 23 – November 7, 2009

By Arthur Miller
Directed by Mike Barko

Overview

Arthur Miller is an integral part of the American lexicon, and the WDL is proud to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play that helped put him on the theatrical map. Death of a Salesman tells the timeless and heartbreaking story of a man’s loss of touch with reality and his family’s attempts to cope with his self-destruction and the lingering ghosts of his past.

Cast and Crew

The New Mel Brooks Musical

Fridays & Saturdays, September 11 – 26, 2009, 8:00
Sundays, September 13 – 27, 2:00

Directed by Nick D’Argenio
Music Direction by Steven Weatherman
Choreography by Darrin Peters

Overview

The Drama League proudly presents smash hit musical comedy adapted from the 1968 Mel Brooks movie of the same name. A washed up Broadway Producer and a going-nowhere neurotic accountant become entangled in a bizarre scheme to get rich, involving Nazis, little old ladies, and the worst Broadway show ever. But will their scheme work, or will Max and Leo be left holding the bag? The director and music director who brought you the Delaware premiere of Urinetown present THE PRODUCERS, Mel Brooks’ musical comedy that broke records in 2001 with 12 Tony Awards.

The show runs Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from September 11th through the 27th. Sunday shows start at 2:00 pm; all others start at 8:00 pm.

NOTE: The Producers contains some adult language and situations. Think PG-13.

Cast and Crew

Coming Soon!