The Fantasticks November 20, 2009

The Fantasticks
Book and lyrics by Tom Jones
Music by Harvey Schmidt
Directed by Amanda Dehnert
STORY: “Try to Remember” a time when The Fantasticks wasn't captivating audiences. The memorable score by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt enlivens the heart of this passionate musical that charmed Off-Broadway for a record-breaking 42 years. In a twist on the classic story of boy meets girl, Matt and Luisa are led by El Gallo from the wistfulness of “when life was slow and oh so mellow” to the reality that “without a hurt the heart is hollow.” Rising star director Amanda Dehnert re-imagines this timeless fable in an abandoned amusement park, a perfect playground for the story's emotional carnival.
WHERE: Lincoln Theatre
1215 U Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20009

WHEN: November 20, 2009 – January 10, 2010
Press Opening Night is November 27, 2009 at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, Tuesday & Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Friday & Saturday evenings at 8:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m.
Check calendar for exceptions and weekday matinees.

TICKETS: Tickets for The Fantasticks range from $25-$74 plus applicable fees. Discount tickets are available for patrons purchasing tickets for multiple shows, students and groups. A limited number of $10 tickets for patrons ages 30 and under go on sale beginning each Monday for performances that week. (All patrons must present valid ID.) HOTTIX, a limited number of half-price, day-of-performance tickets, are available 90–30 minutes before curtain prior to every performance. Tickets may be purchased online at www.arenastage.org, by phone at (202) 488-3300 or at the Arena Stage Sales Office at 1800 S. Bell Street, Arlington, VA 22202.

Images and further information are available upon request. Please email press@arenastage.org.