Sponsored by Staunton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Hard Road Theatre Productions is proud to present their 2019 summer production of MAMMA MIA! Based upon the Broadway musical of the same name, MAMMA MIA! features songs and music originally written and performed by ABBA. Some of the songs featured in the production include “Super Trooper,” “Dancing Queen,” “Thank You for the Music,” “Money, Money, Money,” “The Winner Takes All,” “SOS,” “Take a Chance on Me,” and the title number, “Mamma Mia!” ABBA’s songs have been woven together to tell the hilarious story of a woman’s search for her father on the eve of her wedding. Her quest brings three men from her mother’s past back to a Greek island they each last visited 20 years ago. Confusion and hilarity ensue as ABBA’s timeless songs propel this enchanting tale of love, laughter, and friendship, creating an unforgettable show full of big laughs and intense dance numbers. This is the first time MAMMA MIA! is being performed in Highland.
MAMMA MIA! is directed by Eric Sykes with musical direction by David Wilton and Thomas Taylor IV and choreography by Christine Taylor. The cast for the show includes an equal mix of both Hard Road veterans and newcomers. “I’m so proud of this cast and what they’ve put into this production,” Sykes says. “Each cast member has put in well over 100 hours each into this show. Audiences are going to love it.”
Performance dates for MAMMA MIA! are July 26, 27, Aug. 2, and 3 at 7:30 p.m. and July 28 and Aug. 4 at 2:00 p.m. The show is being performed at the Highland Middle School, 2813 State Route 160, Highland, IL. Ticket prices are $12 for adults and $11 for senior citizens and children (ages 4-12). Physical tickets can be purchased at the Highland Chamber of Commerce or at the door. In addition, tickets are available for sale online via the Hard Road website (hardroad.org). Seating is limited for this production, so it is recommended that tickets be purchased in advance.
Founded in 2001, Hard Road Theatre Productions is a non-profit theatre organization committed to providing Highland and the surrounding area with high-quality, affordable, live theatre productions.
We regret to announce that due to circumstances beyond our control, the board of Hard Road Theater has canceled the fall production of Music Man in Concert. Several scheduling conflicts with our principal cast has unfortunately necessitated this decision. It is uncertain if the production will be scheduled to a later date.
We appreciate all the support from the people, businesses and organizations of Highland and surrounding communities that help us bring exceptional live theater to our community! Please stay tuned for updates as we’re working on some exciting new initiatives as we get ready to enter our 20th season!
In the meantime, rehearsals for Mamma Mia are going well and everything is coming together nicely for that show! Get your tickets at https://www.hardroad.org for what will surely be one of the hottest shows of summer!
Although our summer season has just begun, we are already looking to the future beyond this season and are accepting directing applications for our 2020-21 season. Our season runs from May of one year through April of the next.
We prefer those who have previous experience in our productions and have directed in the past, but we will accept and look over applications from anyone. If you’ve ever wanted to direct a show for Hard Road, this could be your opportunity. Just click on the link below and complete the short online form. That’s it!
You must complete a form even if you have directed a show with Hard Road in the past. If you don’t want to direct next season, but have an interest in directing (or even assistant directing) a show with Hard Road, please fill the form out and let us know that, too. ALL submissions will be reviewed.
Director applications will be accepted until September 30th.
Bradford National Bank in association with Hard Road Theatre Productions is proud to present Disney’s Frozen Jr. Adapted from the 2013 smash hit Disney movie, Frozen, and based upon the 2018 Broadway musical of the same name, Frozen Jr. brings the story of the sisters Elsa & Anna and the magical land of Arendelle to life onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the original animated movie with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs that were written specifically for the Broadway production. Book is by Jennifer Lee.
A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR.
expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and
Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the
powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with
magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even
the coldest heart!
The cast is composed of students
from communities all around the area including Highland, Grantfork, Troy, and
Edwardsville. The show is directed by Gentry Fifer and produced by Breanna Noe
and Michele McPhillips.
Performances for Frozen Jr.
are June 20-23 and June 27 – June 30. Except for Sundays, all performances are
at 7:00 p.m. Sunday performances begin at 2:00 p.m. All performances will be
performed at the Highland High School Kennel, 12760 Troxel Ave., Highland, IL.
House doors open approximately 30 minutes before the scheduled show time.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $9 for children (4-12) and senior citizens.
Tickets can be purchased online at the Hard Road website (hardroad.org).
Physical tickets can also be purchased at the Highland Chamber of Commerce or
at the door. Seating is on a first come, first serve basis. All online ticket
sales stop approximately 60 minutes before scheduled show time.
The
Thursday night performances on June 20th and 27th will
include signing, done by students from a local sign language club, for hearing
impaired audience members.
Hard
Road Theatre Productions is a non-profit theatre organization committed to
providing Highland and the surrounding area with high-quality, affordable, live
theatre productions.
This casting process was one of the hardest because we were presented with so much talent. All of you did an amazing job at auditions! I want to thank each and everyone of you who gave your time to audition. If cast, please request to join “Hard Road – Mamma Mia! 2019” on Facebook as soon as possible. This is where a lot of communication will happen and I will also post a link to the Google Calendar here. If you are not willing to accept the role you were cast in, including ensemble, please call me directly. The first read-through is this Monday at 7PM at the Highland Children’s Library. (1001 9th St, Highland, IL 62249)
Congratulations to our cast of Mamma Mia! Donna Sheridan – Genesis Williamson
Okay, okay, okay. The Mamma Mia! production team knows that we said that we would be posting the cast list sometime Friday. We’re not purposely trying to keep you in suspense. However, we had so many wonderfully talented people audition that you’ve made casting far too difficult to do in 24 hours. We apologize for the inconvenience and waiting, but we hope to have the Cast List posted sometime Saturday. Keep watching here and the Hard Road Facebook page for announcements. Thank you!
