Welcome to Eastlight Theatre!
Coming up in 2012 ~ A season opener by Stephen Schwartz (writer of hit musicals such as Wicked! and GODSPELL): Children of Eden.
The Regional Premier of Legally Blond the Musical along with family favorite Oliver! fill out the rest of the season along with the holiday favorite Joseph 2012. Additionally, we are thrilled to bring you Les Misérables to celebrate the 10th Anniversary of YouthLight. Interested in volunteering for set construction, backstage crew, front of house operations or other areas? Contact us HERE |
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Children of Eden
March 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 31 at 7:30pm
March 25 at 2:00pm
From Stephen Schwartz and John Caird comes a joyous and inspirational musical
about parents, children and faith...not to mention centuries of unresolved family business!
Freely based on the story of Genesis, CHILDREN OF EDEN is a frank, heartfelt,
and often humorous examination of the age-old conflict between parents and
children. Adam, Eve, Noah, and the “Father” who created them deal with the
headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. The show
ultimately delivers a bittersweet but inspiring message: “the hardest part of
love...is letting go.” Click here for the CAST LIST! Rated PG
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Oliver!
June 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30 at 7:30pm
June 24 at 2:00pm
Nothing works on the stage like a well-crafted tale, and OLIVER! is just such a
show. Based on the Dickens novel, it will be engaging with its pathos and
drama, while delighting everyone with its outstanding musical numbers. Food,
Glorious Food, I'd Do Anything, Where is Love?, Consider Yourself, As Long As
He Needs Me, Who Will Buy and Reviewing the Situation are musical theatre
classics. Dickens' characters are brought to life-perhaps larger than life-with
all their facets glowing in this production.Rated PG
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Legally Blonde the Musical ~ Regional Premier ~
August 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, 11 at 7:30pm
August 5 at 2:00pm
Sorority star Elle Woods doesn't take “no” for an answer. So when her
boyfriend dumps her for someone “serious”, Elle puts down the credit card, hits
the books, and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard law.
Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style. Rated PG
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YOUTHLIGHT 10TH YEAR CELEBRATION:
Les Misérables
September 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15 at 7:30pm
September 9 at 2:00pm
This epic story recounts the struggle against adversity in 19th century France.
Imprisoned for stealing a loaf of bread, petty thief Jean Valjean is released
from his 19-year term and not only becomes an honest man, but the mayor of a
prosperous town and a loving adoptive father - violating his parole in the
process. The relentless Inspector Javert, who makes a decent life for Valjean
impossible, consequently pursues him. Only years later, after Valjean proves
his mettle during a bloody student uprising and saves the life of a young man
hopelessly in love with Valjean’s adopted daughter, does the ex-convict finally
feel fully redeemed.Rated PG
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The ALL NEW Joseph 2012!
November 30, December 1, 5, 6, 7, 8 at 7:30pm
December 2 & 9 at 2:00pm
The ALL NEW Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns for it's 22nd year on Eastlight's stage! This Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical
tells the story of Joseph and his eleven brothers. It was created as a soft rock fantasy that is fit for the
entire family. Thousands of people have enjoyed the magic that is Joseph, so be sure to join us for this Central
Illinois holiday favorite! Rated Family Friendly
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All performances at:
Byron Moore Auditorium
East Peoria High School
1401 E Washington St
East Peoria, IL 61611

This program is partially sponsored by a grant from the Illinois
Arts Council
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