Road to Oz
Adapted by Jim Gradillas from L. Frank Baum’s book
Directed by Jim Gradillas
Dorothy and Toto are off again on an exciting adventure down the Road to Oz This is a new exciting adaptation by Jim Gradillas.  In order to help the lovable Shaggy Man, Dorothy and the gang must journey through magical and mystical lands. Along the way, they encounter a whole new assortment of fantastic and funny characters. This creative new look will show us Oz like you have never seen before.
August 17^th through August 25^th
Cast ages: 7 to 18
 
Adventures of Emily Brown
Written by Terry Grossenbacher
Emily Brown is an adventurous 8 year old girl whose best friend is a rabbit named Stanley. But Stanley is no ordinary toy, he comes to life.  Stanley and Emily embark on marvelous journeys around the world!
September 7^th through September 15^th
Cast Ages 7 to 18
 
Signs of Sara
Written and Directed by Jim Gradillas and Michelle Marie
This award winning  play follows Sara, an average teenager with absent parents, a brother with mental disabilities and a spoiled little sister. Sara runs the household and escapes from the world by talking to her "image" in the mirror, writing poetry and listening to music but she can't seem to find a connection with friends, family and life. She falls into a "pit of depression," when she enters a world where there are people going through the same sadness but for different reasons. This is Sara's journey into the world of depression and trying to find a way out.
September 28^th through October 6^th
Cast ages: 7 to 18
 
Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Written and Directed by Jim Gradillas
This new adaptation of Washington Irving’s classic tale promises to be frightening fun! The scary story about the headless horseman and the legendary Ichabod Crane is re-told as only Creative Stages can do! The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is sure to delight, amuse and enlighten children of all ages.
October 19^th through October 27^th
Ages 11 and up
 
Musical – To Be Announced
November 9^th through November 18^th
Cast ages: 7 to 18
 
 
Santa Claus! The Play Inside Santa’s Workshop
Written and Directed by Jim Gradillas
Go inside the magical world of Santa Claus and his workshop. Santa is stressed out as he runs into some bad luck just before Christmas. Meet his elves, workers, assistants, misfit toys, animals, relatives and townsfolk in this wonderful new comedy for the whole family!
December 7^th through December 22^nd, 2012
Cast Ages 7 to 18
 
In There Somewhere
Written by Michelle Marie
Directed by Jim Gradillas and Michelle Marie
From the co-writer of the acclaimed drama “Color of Me” comes a journey that follows the life of Lily.  She confronts herself and her past confronts her. A touching, real life drama, that you don’t want to miss.
January 18^th through Jan 26th 2013
Cast Ages 12 and Up (some parts for 8-11)
 
Beauty and the Beast: A New Original Adaptation
Written by Brienna Horacek
This tale as old as time is getting a make-over the only way Creative Stages knows how! Belle has always been a little different, especially when compared to the colorfully vain people in her town. However with a dash of enchantment, and a few crazy, unforeseen circumstances, Belle finds herself at the mercy of a horrid prince with a beastly temper. With the help of some kooky characters you may already know…and a few you might not want to, Belle must help show the town that true beauty is more than just skin (or fur) deep.
February 8^th, through February 23^rd, 2013
Ages 7 to 18
 
3^rd Annual 10 Minute Play Fest
The Ten Minute Play Fest returns! Students get a chance to write and direct their own mini-plays.  Best of Show awards announced March 2^nd.
March 1^st and March 2^nd, 2013
 
Corny and Bright: The Super Psychedelic Sixties Spectacular
Book and Music Written By Thomas Graca
Will the dream of a lifetime make it to prime time?  Will it even last through the summer? In the sixties, the comedy team of Corny and Bright is about to discover that the biggest obstacle to success may be themselves. But love, friendship and show business don't always turn out as expected in this tale of two up-and-coming stars.
March 8^th through March 23^rd, 2013
Ages 7 to 18
 
Musical – To Be Announced
April 12^th through April 27^th, 2013
Cast: Ages 10 and up
 
The Awesome 80’s Prom
Written by Kevin Davenport
The Awesome 80s Prom is a brand new blast-from-the-past party in the style of Tony 'n Tina's Wedding set at Wanaget High's Senior Prom... in 1989! All your favorite characters from your favorite '80s movies are at THE PROM. Come back in time and join the breakdance circle or just sit back and watch the '80s drama unfold. WINNER! OFF-BROADWAY 2006 IMPROV THEATER AWARD - "BEST INTERACTIVE SHOW"
May 3^rd through May 18^th, 2013
Ages 11 and up