Wendy, Michael, and John will fly high over the stage following Peter Pan in the new production of the musical “Peter Pan,” based on the play by James M. Barrie, an Island Theatre Workshop (ITW) production.
The performance includes a cast and crew of more than 40 people, in which ITW has hired the flying masters from ZFX (Zealous Flying Effects), a flying company headquartered in Louisville, Ken., to build the necessary structures to send Peter and his adopted family high above the stage.
Islander Kevin Ryan, who directed last year’s extravaganza, “The Wizard of Oz,” is directing this year’s show, and New Yorker James Higgins is the musical director. Lee Fierro, director of ITW for more than 40 years, is artistic consultant for “Peter Pan.”
The large cast is loaded with skilled and accomplished actors and singers. The lead role of Peter is played by Rykerr Maynard, who played the scarecrow in last year’s show. Katie Feeks plays Wendy, Jesse Seward is Captain Hook, Jaiden Edelman is Michael, and Jared Livingston is John. Shelly Brown and Brad Austin play the parents, the Darlings.
“Peter Pan,” August 16–24 (no show August 20), 7:30 pm, M.V. Regional High School Performing Arts Center. Sunday matinees at 3 pm when the audience can meet and greet the cast. $22; $12 for children.
Special Preview Night: August 15, 7:30 pm, benefits Martha’s Vineyard Center for Living. $25; $12 children.
For more information, call 508-737-8550. For tickets, visit Ticketsmv.com. Tickets also available at the door.
