What is ITC?

I’m writing a new musical. Actually, it’s my third musical, and I’m writing along with composer Neal Richardson, who is sort of amazing. Neal and I have written together two other times with great success, but I think I might be the most excited about our new project—The Nutcracker. As a person who starts purchasing Christmas gifts in June and arranges her living room based on the placement of a December Christmas tree, I am absolutely thrilled to be writing a holiday play.

We’re writing this children’s musical for The Rep’s touring children’s ensemble, Imaginary Theatre Company. If you don’t know about ITC—it’s a pretty cool concept. Four actors and a stage manager, all professionals, pack a whole show in a van and take it to schools, community centers, libraries, etc, all over the Midwest. And just because ITC is for kids does not mean it is a secondary thought to the folks at The Rep. Just like all the other high-quality work The Rep turns out, ITC shows are directed, designed and built by the same pros who put work on the Mainstage.

Also, ITC brings their shows to the public a few times a year. The Nutcracker will be on The Rep’s Mainstage on December 18, 20 and 21, and is a pretty great way to entertain the kids for an afternoon. Especially since the ticket price is only $6—less than a movie.

See you at the theatre!
Sarah Brandt
Playwright & Rep Publications Manager

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