Based on the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett
Directed by Joyce Levinsohn
Playing March 9 – April 25

National Children’s Theatre (NCT) is delighted to stage a rare and enchanting theatrical adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s beloved and timeless Victorian classic of The Secret Garden. This exciting production will run during the Easter school holidays from Monday 9 March 2009.

The Secret Garden is a heart-warming story about an orphan girl and her sickly cousin, and how they are helped by a boy who understands the language of birds, animals and flowers to coax a long-forgotten garden back to life… and, miraculously, as the garden comes back to life, so, too, do the lives of the children blossom and grow at last. This classic story has enchanted children since its publication in 1911. 

Award-winning director Joyce Levinsohn’s exceptional production is perfect for younger audiences whose minds will be deeply enriched, as the theatre becomes a garden in which their own imaginations can grow and blossom. This is an interactive musical of the most engaging kind.

The Secret Garden is a spellbinding musical featuring an excellent cast including Surika Green as Mary; Kieran Harriman as Colin; Megan Reeks as Martha; Lebogang Mpahlele as Dickon; Motlatji Ditodi as Mrs. Medlock and Quinton Sutton as Ben.

Beautiful period costumes, Imaginative décor, Delightful songs, Audience participation, Mystery, Suspense, Humour, Fascinating characters, Beautiful dialogue …and a happy ending! An enchanting  tale filled with splendid music, will delight children and grown-ups alike.

This is a family show not to be missed.

The Secret Garden will run at The National Children’s Theatre (NCT), 3 Junction Avenue, Parktown, from 9 March until 25 April 2009. During the government school term, performances are weekdays at 9.00am and 10.30am. During school holidays, performances are Mondays to Saturdays at 10.30am and 2.30pm.

Ticket prices: R60 (children) and R70 (adults). Block bookings and specials are available for schools, groups and birthday parties. Enquiries please phone Sue. Bookings can be made through Computicket: 083-915-8000 or the theatre: 011 484-1584. Booking is essential.

There is ample parking available within the grounds of the complex.

This production has been made possible by the generous support of NAC, Department of Arts and Culture and National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund.

Johannesburg

Tuesday, 03 March 2009

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:

Visit our website on www.jyt.co.za or Contact Sydwell Koopedi:  Sydwell@jyt.co.za