Parade
Music & Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown
Book by Alfred Uhry
Directed by Chris Turner
Music Direction by Steven Weatherman
Choreography by Barbara Walker
January 27 to February 11, 2012
Contains adult situations and language.
Susan Graham Paire of Philadelphia Jewish Culture Examiner, says:
“This cast presents a focused, seamless, energetic, passionate production of Parade.”
“The tender lyrics in “All the Wasted Time,” combined with Sheehan’s poignant portrayal and Gallatin’s superb talent, makes this a most excellent, moving scene.”
Charles “Ebbie” Alfree III, Delaware Arts Info, says:
“Brendan Sheehan…one of the best local performers in Delaware…gives an incredible performance.”
“[Rebecca Gallatin and Jeffrey Santoro] rise to the challenge of this compelling production and give outstanding performances.”
Holly Quinn of Stage Magazine says:
“If this all sounds like a lot for a small community theater to handle — the emotional subject matter, the shocking nature of the events, and the challenging Broadway musical pieces — it definitely is. The Wilmington Drama League, under the direction of Chris Turner, was up for the task, and I say without hesitation that they pulled it off completely.”
“PARADE left me with plenty to think about, and a renewed sense of awareness of the damage sensationalism and vitriol can cause, even today.”
Our friends Kristin Romero and Parade director, Chris Turner, shot and produced this promo video for the upcoming production. Watch it and buy your tickets today.
Overview
In 1913 Georgia, an uneasy racial truce is shattered when Leo, a Jewish man, is accused of murder. Corruption, blackmail, media sensationalism, and the need for a scapegoat seem to doom him to an early grave – but can his wife and a sympathetic governor save him in time? Based on a true story, Parade won Tony Awards in 1999 for its gripping book by Alfred Uhry and powerful score by Jason Robert Brown (Songs for a New World, The Last 5 Years).
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