ASHLAND — Step into a world of wonder with “Pure Imagination!” presented by The Salvation Army Ashland Kroc Center’s Youth Theatre program.
On Friday, April 24 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, April 26 at 3 p.m., this brand-new musical revue bursts to life with show-stopping songs from MTI’s Broadway Junior® collection.
Debuting its first Broadway revue at The Ashland Theatre, 212 Center St., The Ashland Kroc Center Youth Theatre will bring to the stage unforgettable favorites from Seussical, Shrek The Musical, and Disney hits like Beauty and the Beast and Frozen.
Over 40 local, young performing and backstage artists from Ashland, Mansfield and other surrounding communities are coming together for this joyful celebration of creativity, storytelling and pure theatrical magic.
The cast of “Pure Imagination” includes:
- Archer Weis, of Ashland
- Asher Brown, of Ashland
- Breckelle Miller, of Ontario
- Eloise Cook, of Ashland
- Elyana Finlay, of Ashland
- Jada Shambaugh, of Ashland
- Marco Armstrong, of Mansfield
- Natalie Bradford, of Ashland
- Nolan Shambaugh, of Ashland
- Ridge Heffelfinger, of Hayesville
- William Roth, of Lodi
Plus, special guest stars Payne Schwartz and Emma Henderson of Ontario from The Ashland Kroc Center’s Youth Theatre’s production of “Shrek The Musical, Jr.” will be joining the troupe for one last encore performance.
The production of “Pure Imagination” is being led by directors Majors Billy and Annalise Francis, and stage manager Amy Morgan.
“Filled with vibrant characters, magical moments, and nonstop musical fun, Pure Imagination is the ultimate feel-good experience for families,” Billy and Francis said.
“Whether you’re a longtime theatre lover or brand new to the magic, this high-energy revue promises to delight, inspire and leave you smiling long after the final note.”
“Pure Imagination aligns well with The Ashland Kroc Youth Theatre program’s holistic approach to learning vocal, acting, movement, and stage techniques, as well as the process of being part of a production from start to performance. We really hope everyone will come out to see the amazing work of these kids,” Billy said.
Show dates and times include:
- Friday, April 24 at 7 p.m.
- Sunday, April 26 at 3 p.m.
Tickets are $10 and on sale now at theashland.org.
For more information, follow Ashland Kroc Center on Facebook, @AshlandKroc on Instagram or call (419)-281-8001.
About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army annually helps more than 23 million Americans overcome poverty, addiction, and economic hardships through a range of social services. By providing food for the hungry, emergency relief for disaster survivors, rehabilitation for those suffering from drug and alcohol abuse, and clothing and shelter for people in need, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at 7,600 centers of operation around the country. In the first-ever listing of “America’s Favorite Charities” by The Chronicle of Philanthropy, The Salvation Army ranked as the country’s largest privately funded, direct-service nonprofit. For more information, visit SalvationArmyUSA.org and AshlandKroc.org.