July 30, 31, August 6,7, 13,14,20,21
The Kitsap Forest Theater was proud to present the Northwest premier of Bend in the Road: The Anne of Green Gables Musical. This high-energy, brand new family musical is based on the beloved classic novel, "Anne of Green Gables", by Lucy Maud Montgomery with book and lyrics by Benita Scheckel and music and lyrics by Michael Upward.
This was only the second time the Kitsap Forest Theater 'workshopped' a new production. The earlier the Players had worked with Martin Charnin in 2007 with a new musical, Robin Hood - The Legend Continues. Several other shows in the past were written by members of the Players such as The Marvelous Land of Oz and Robin Hood, The Musical.
Michael Upward came up several times from Southern California to help with the music and Benita Scheckel came up to view the show.
This new version gives an updated version of the story which had been performed twice before in 1991 and 2006.
Production Staff:
Director: Trina Williamson; Music Director: Linda Kappus Choreographer: Laura McFarlane; Accompanist: Jay Rauchenstein, Stage Manager: Leanne Markle & Stewart Shusterman; Sets: George Pledger; Costumes: Ila Dreessen; Props: Stewart Shusterman
