Theater Works’ ‘Junie B Jones Jr.’ adaptation comes to life
Youth Works production runs Aug. 12 to 28
Posted 7/8/22
Theater Works’ Youth Works’ production, “Junie B Jones Jr. The Musical," explores childhood friendships and imaginations Aug. 12 to 28 in the Gyder Theater at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts.
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Theater Works’ ‘Junie B Jones Jr.’ adaptation comes to life
Youth Works production runs Aug. 12 to 28
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IF YOU GO
What: Theater Works’ Youth Works’ production, “Junie B Jones Jr. The Musical”
When: Aug. 12-28
Where: Gyder Theater at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts, 10580 N. 83rd Drive
Tickets: $22-26, available at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts Box Office or online at boxoffice@theaterworks.org
Info: 623-815-7930
Theater Works’ Youth Works’ production, “Junie B Jones Jr. The Musical,” based on Barbara Park’s beloved book series, explores childhood friendships and imaginations Aug. 12 to 28 in the Gyder Theater at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts, 10580 N. 83rd Drive.
Directed by Meribeth Reeves with musical direction by Elize Kurbat and choreography by Cydney Trent, “Junie B Jones Jr.” the musical features Junie B Jones (Zara Sego), Daddy & Mother (Zacary Johnson & Mimi Aguilar), Mr. Scary (Neo Hamm), Herbert (Wybie Torres), and Lucille (Claire Theodore), Junie’s former best friend.
From musical lyricist and composer Marcy Heisler and composer Zina Goldrich, the creators of Dear Edwina and Dear Edwina JR. featuring many lovable characters and fun-filled songs, “Junie B. Jones Jr.” and its youth cast will capture audiences’ and Broadway junior performers’ hearts — just as the books captivated an entire generation of students.
Tickets are $22 to $26 and are available at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts box office or at boxoffice@theaterworks.org.
For ticket information, call the box office at 623-815-7930.
CAST
JUNIE B JONES- Zara Sego
DADDY- Zachary Johnson
MOTHER- Mimi Aguilar
TICKLE THE DOG/ENSEMBLE- Vanessa Yazdani
LUCILLE- Claire Theodore
CAMILLE- Brianne Walker
CHENILLE- KaliLev Shaham
GRACE- Isabela Gomez
BOBBIE JEAN PIPER- Charlee Shaver
MS. WOO- Brooklyn Carro
HERBERT- Wybie Torres
MAY- Avery Southern
LENNIE- Jude Moore
JOSE- Priest Rivera
MR. SCARY- Neo Hamm
SHIRLEY- Emma Torres
LUNCH STUDENT #1/ENSEMBLE- Dinah Livingston
SHELDON- Nova Farrell
GLADYS GUTZMAN- Meredith Arends
ENSEMBLE- Justis Schneider
PRODUCTION TEAM
Meribeth Reeves-Director
Cydney Trent-Choreographer
Elise Kurbat-Music Director
Courtney Stevens-Stage Manager
Whitney Tres-Costume Designer
Kim Nolan-Hair/Makeup Designer
Jordan McAuliffe-Lighting Designer
Jason Washburn-Projection Designer
Jenny Abeyta-Resident Props Designer
Dori Brown-Resident Scenic Designer
Garrett Unterreiner- Sound Designer
