The Adventures of
Tom Sawyer

by Laura Eason

Adapted from the novel by Mark Twain

Directed by Jeremy B. Cohen


November 30 – December 23

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Reconnect with Mark Twain’s incomparable classic in a magical new production, perfect for the whole family. In idyllic 1840s Missouri, Tom and his friends revel in all that is grand and glorious in childhood. This mischievous rascal can charm his Aunt Polly, save the town from Injun Joe and win the heart of fair Becky Thatcher, all in the course of one small-town day.

Photo of Artistic Director Steven WoolfSteve's Take:
Filled with Mark Twain's wit, lots of heart and great joy, this new version of this story will bring you cheer and warmth and something special to share with your family at the holiday time.

“All in all, it’s one of the most thoughtfully designed shows to play St. Louis in years, with a talented cast to make the most of its opportunities.” — Judith Newmark, St. Louis Post-Dispatch

“It’s a good piece of theater for the holiday season.” — Joe Pollack, St. Louis Eats & Drinks

“It is a bright, imaginative and charismatic adaptation of the Mark Twain classic. Strong energy and a great cast make it uniquely enjoyable.” — Harry Hamm, KMOX-AM

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Subscriptions are on sale now! Call the Box Office at (314) 968-4925, visit the Box Office in the lobby of the Loretto-Hilton Center or click here to subscribe online.

Single tickets on sale dates:
Box Office and Phone Sales – August 19

The Loretto-Hilton Center for the Performing Arts is fully accessible to patrons using wheelchairs or with other mobility challenges. Seating areas to accommodate persons using wheelchairs are located throughout the Mainstage house. If you require special seating, please call the Box Office at (314) 968-4925.

The Browning Mainstage is equipped with an FM Assistive Listening System. Receivers, available free of charge, may be picked up at the Patron Services Desk at the Loretto-Hilton Center one-half hour prior to the performance.

The performance on December 23, 2011, 2 pm is presented with Open Captioning for the deaf and hard of hearing. Special seating featuring optimal views of the stage and captions is reserved. Call The Rep's Box Office at (314) 968-4925 for ticket prices and reservations. Deaf or speech-disabled patrons may use the Relay Missouri service by calling (800) 735-2966 (TTY) or (800) 735-2466 (voice).

The Rep offers Audio Description for the visually impaired for all non-preview performances of this production. The description includes program notes as well as information on the visual elements of the production. To reserve tickets and description devices, please call the Box Office at (314) 968-4925. (Two weeks advance notice is required for this service.)


Cast: Joseph Adams (Muff Potter and Ensemble), Justin Fuller (Joe Harper and Ensemble), Tim McKiernan (Tom Sawyer), Michael D. Nichols (Injun Joe and Ensemble), Robbie Tann (Huckleberry Finn and Ensemble), Hayley Treider (Becky Thatcher), Nate Trinrud (Sid, Doc Robinson and Ensemble), Nance Williamson (Aunt Polly and Ensemble)