The Dramateurs, Inc. at the Barn Playhouse’s 2024 Season continues with the youth production ‘Honk Jr.!’ opening on July 12.
Based on Hans Christian Andersen’s beloved story, The Ugly Duckling, Honk! tells the story of an odd-looking baby duck, Ugly (played by Violet Roche), and his quest to find his mother. Soon after Ugly is born, he is seduced away by a wily Cat (played by Orianna Gallia) who wants to eat Ugly for dinner.
Eventually, Ugly manages to escape, but has no idea how to return home. He embarks on an adventure in which he encounters a beautiful swan, Penny (played by Julia Diffley), tangled in a fishing line. After saving her, the two birds fall in love. Penny, however, must return to her flock and fly south for the winter. Determined to find his family, Ugly journeys on, only to become frozen in the snow. Eventually, Ugly’s mother finds him, and her warm tears manage to thaw him out. He revives and is surprised to discover he is now a handsome swan! Soon, Ugly is reunited with Penny and two swans decide to live the rest of their days in the same pond as Ugly’s loyal mother.
Based on a story by Hans Christian Andersen, Honk Jr.!, is a touching and charming musical. With a cast of 21 talented youngsters and teens, Honk promises to be a delightful theater experience for families.
If you go:
The Barn Playhouse presents Honk Jr.!, 1700 Christopher Lane, Jeffersonville
July 12, 18, 19 at 7 pm and July 13, 14, 20 at 3 pm.
July 12, 18, 19 at 7 pm and July 13, 14, 20 at 3 pm.
Tickets: $20.
The theatre is handicapped accessible and air conditioned.
Visit: www.barnplayhouse.org or call 610-539-2276 for tickets.