NewsFiasco Theater's Re-Imagined Into the Woods Opens at Old Globe July 17Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Tony Award-winning musical Into the Woods, which made its world premiere at the Old Globe in 1986, returns July 17 in a re-imagined production at the San Diego venue.
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Carey Purcell
July 17, 2014
Emily Young and Noah Brody
Photo by T. Charles Erickson
Fiasco Theater's production, which originated at McCarter Theatre Center, began previews July 12. Performances continue through Aug. 10.
Directed by Noah Brody and Ben Steinfeld, the acting company includes Jessie Austrian (Baker's Wife), Noah Brody (Lucinda, Wolf, Cinderella's Prince), Matt Castle (Pianist), Alison Cimmet (Witch), Paul L. Coffey (Mysterious Man), Andy Grotelueschen (Milky White, Florinda, Rapunzel's Prince), Liz Hayes (Cinderella's Stepmother, Jack's Mother), Claire Karpen (Cinderella, Granny), Patrick Mulryan (Jack, Steward), Ben Steinfeld (Baker) and Emily Young (Little Red Ridinghood, Rapunzel).
"One of the greatest musicals of all time returns in triumph to its birthplace, nearly three decades after its world premiere at The Old Globe, in an inventive new production from the critically acclaimed Fiasco Theater that originated at McCarter Theatre Center," press notes state. "Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's Tony Award-winning masterpiece weaves together beloved fairy tales, then ventures into the unknown territory of life after 'happily ever after.' Directors Noah Brody and Ben Steinfeld conjure a mythical world of theatrical invention where an ordinary rope becomes Jack's famous beanstalk, a ladder becomes Rapunzel's enchanted tower, and the power of transformation creates a beguiling theatre of the imagination."
"It's a very special and happy thing to hear Into the Woods once again singing through the hallways of The Old Globe," artistic director Barry Edelstein said in a previous statement. "Sondheim and Lapine's masterpiece of the American stage started here nearly 30 years ago, and today it's infused with witty and moving new life by the thrilling imaginations of Fiasco Theater. I'm honored to give San Diego audiences a chance to know Fiasco's artistry and to see this great musical again in Balboa Park."
The creative team includes Lisa Shriver (choreographer), Derek McLane (scenic design), Whitney Locher (costume design), Tim Cryan (lighting design), Darron L West (sound design) and Matt Castle (music director, orchestrations). Michael Perlman is associate director, and Marcy Victoria Reed is stage manager. A film adaptation of the musical will be released by Disney.
The Old Globe is located in San Diego's Balboa Park at 1363 Old Globe Way. Tickets and more information are available by calling (619) 23-GLOBE or visiting TheOldGlobe.org.
PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: "Our Little World" A Fine Princeton Day With the Fiasco Theater's Ten-Person Into the Woods Troupe
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PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: "Our Little World" A Fine Princeton Day With the Fiasco Theater's Ten-Person Into the Woods Troupe
PHOTO EXCLUSIVE: "Our Little World" A Fine Princeton Day With the Fiasco Theater's Ten-Person Into the Woods Troupe
McCarter Theatre Center presents Fiasco Theater’s reimaging of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s Into the Woods May 3-June 9. Ensemble members Andy Grotelueschen (Milky White, Florinda, Rapunzel’s Prince) and Emily Young (Little Red, Rapunzel) share these fun snapshots of the inventive company at work. Read the Playbill.com story.
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Good morning, everyone! Andy Grotelueschen wakes up.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
In a nearby kingdom, Emily Young wakes up.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Ugh, 8:59… so early in the kingdom of Actingland. Two-show days start extra early when there’s a STUDENT MATINEE.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Coffee is a must, especially when you’re still wearing your sleepmask.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Morning sign-in at the call board.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Ben Steinfeld serving for the win.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Matt Pilsner ups the ante for picture day with his fancypantsy camera.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Emily Young takes aim.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Patrick Mulryan wants YOU to hit your high notes.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Ben gets into character to play the Baker.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
The ladies are ready to go INTO THE WOODS!
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Claire Karpen gets mic’d up to play Cinderella.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Emily Young gets mic’d up to play Little Red AND Rapunzel (which means radish).
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Jennifer Mudge, our Witch, asks, "What?! Where do you put your microphone?"
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Capey al Lupo!
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Look at all those students!
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Preshow! Derek McLane designed our set. There are real pianos in that wall, folks.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Emily Young confides in Mr. Wolf.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Intermission!
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Cinderella eats an apple. She’s just like us!
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
“Hey Boo...”
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
“Hey Boo, do you have my mustache wax?”
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Mmmm. Look, I found a pancake.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
That’s Jennifer's pancake.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Act Two! In the booth with the incomparable Cheryl Mintz!
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Lunch break! Spring showers with Claire Carpen and Liz Hayes.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Meanwhile, the boys luncheon at one of Princeton’s finer eating establishments.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Three Phat Ladies! Philly cheesesteak with French fries and mozzarella sticks INSIDE, covered in ketchup.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Meanwhile, the sun came up on two strawberries and a tomato at the farmers’ market.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Oh, look it’s the girls.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Oh, look it’s the boys.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Kalebeard!
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Having eaten his greens, Andy and Emily deserve a banana whip from the BENT SPOON! They've named two flavors in honor of the show: “Milky White” and “Little Red Riding Berry.”
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
And it’s back to the theatre! Second show!
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Marcy Reed! Our favorite piece of ASM.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
LadyVator.
Andy Grotelueschen and Emily Young
Our second show went off without a hitch. Lots of love from Fiasco and the McCarter! A little Vanity Fair-style shot for ya!
The event at Central Park's Delacorte Theater will feature performances and appearances by Renée Elise Goldsberry, Oscar Isaac, Danai Gurira, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and more.