THEATRE + COMEDY

The Alley Theatre presents the rarely seen original fantasy Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up, by J.M. Barrie, in a new version by John Caird and Trevor Nunn. Directed by Gregory Boyd. Previews start October 1, 2010. Opens October 6, 2010, and runs through October 31, 2010. On the Hubbard Stage.

“All children grow up, except one.” Peter’s sudden arrival into the lives of Wendy, John and Michael is the beginning of a thrilling adventure. Together they embark on a fantastical flight to the Never Land, a magical place of vivid dangers and unsettling beauty. There they meet the Lost Boys, a horde of pirates, and the wickedest villain of all time.

This is J. M. Barrie’s rarely produced original fantasy – the inspiration for all other versions – and still, by far, the strangest and best.

Recommended for general audiences, children over six.

Special Programs:

MECA $10 Tix
Saturday, October 2 2:30 PM
Purchase in person at the box office
The Alley Theatre continues its efforts to make the theatre affordable to patrons. Partnering with other social non-profit organizations, the Alley seeks to generate in-kind donations and reward patrons with $10 Tix for the matinee performance. The $10 Tix are available in person, the day of the performance only and are limited to two tickets per person. Purchase in person at the box office (615 Texas Ave.) on the day of the performance only. Cash or check only. Limited availability. Doors open at noon.

The $10 Tix partner for Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up is MECA. The date is Saturday, October 2, beginning at noon. The donated item is art supplies.

MECA is a community-based nonprofit organization committed to the healthy development of underserved youth and adults through arts and cultural programming, academic excellence, support services and community building. MECA provides arts education, support services and multicultural artistic performances and events to over 5,000 students and their families each year, helping to build discipline, self esteem, and cultural pride.

OPEN CAPTIONING/AUDIO DESCRIBED
Sunday, October 3 7:30 PM
The Alley Theatre offers access services for our deaf or hard of hearing and sight-impaired patrons. Audio Description is provided for each Hubbard Stage performance and Open Captioning is offered for every Hubbard Stage and Neuhaus Stage performance.

CLUB 615
Thursday, October 7 6:15-7:15 PM
Club 615 Texas is the Alley Theatre pre-curtain mixer is for young professionals. Enjoy a fabulous pre-performance reception with music, socializing, complimentary cocktails and appetizers, and receive $5.00 off A and B seating tickets. The location for Club 615 will be announced shortly.

This pre-curtain event is FREE with your ticket to the Thursday, October 7, 7:30 p.m. performance of Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up. Club 615 patrons receive $5.00 off A and B seating tickets. A ticket must be purchased for the performance using the promo code: Club615. Purchase online or call the box office at 713-220-5700, then enter 1. For more information, please e-mail Shelley Finley or call 713-228-9341 ext. 556.

TALKBACK
Saturday, October 9 2:30 PM

TALKBACK
Tuesday, Ocober 12 7:30 PM

Ever wanted to talk to the cast members or know more about what goes into a production at the Alley? Here's your chance! During TalkBacks, members of the cast return to the stage after the performance to take questions from the audience. TalkBacks are led by a member of the Alley Artistic Staff. Call the Alley Theatre Box Office at 713-220-5700, then press 1. Or, stop by the box office at 615 Texas Avenue to subscribe.

ActOUT
Thursday, October 14 6:00-7:15 PM
Join the hottest GLBT theatre event in town! ActOUT is in its fifth season with a variety of events and productions that will once again have 713-228-934Houston’s GLBT community talking. Patrons enjoy fabulous pre-performance mixers with music, socializing, complimentary cocktails and appetizers. The place to see and be seen, ActOUT is sure to be a great night on the town.

This pre-curtain event is FREE with your ticket to the Thursday, October 14, 7:30 p.m. performance of Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up. To buy a ticket, required for this event, use the promo code: ACTOUT. Purchase online or call the box office at 713-220-5700, then enter 1. For more information, please e-mail Shelley Finley or call 1 ext. 556.