Marblehead Little Theatre’s production of “Tuck Everlasting,” written by Claudia Shear and Tim Federle with music by Chris Miller and lyrics by Nathan Tysen, opens Friday, Feb. 24.
Produced by Erin Pelikhov and Ted Merritt, directed by Trudi Olivetti with music direction by Thom Smoker and choreography by Will Fafard, “Tuck Everlasting” will run through March 5 at Marblehead Little Theatre, 12 School St., Marblehead. Tickets can be purchased at mltlive.org.
The cast features Emilia Tagliani as Winnie Foster, Molly Brierley as Betsy Foster, Linda Jones as Nana, Allison Russell as Mae Tuck, Andrew Hankinson as Angus Tuck, Braden Foley as Jesse Tuck, AJ Macrina as Miles Tuck, David Foye as Constable Joe, Brendan Johnson as Hugo and Dom Pappagallo as The Man in the Yellow Suit.
Ensemble players include Catherine Bisi (dancer), Hannah Gearan, Allan MacTaylor, Jack Newton (dancer), Brooke Shelley (dancer), Carol Weekley, TS Burnham (dancer), June Gambale (dancer), Holly Inman (dancer), Rebecca Millman, Gene Pelikhov (dancer), Amelia Smith and Sarah Wolman (dancer).
Based on the children’s novel by Natalie Babbitt, “Tuck Everlasting” centers around 11-year-old Winnie Foster, who yearns for a life of adventure beyond her white picket fence. Not until she becomes unexpectedly entwined with the Tuck family does she get more than she ever could have imagined.
When Winnie learns of the magic behind the Tucks’ unending youth, she must fight to protect their secret from those who would do anything for a chance at eternal life. As her adventure unfolds, Winnie faces an extraordinary choice: return to her life or continue with the Tucks on their infinite journey.
About MLT
Started in 1955 by members of the Marblehead Women’s Club, the award-winning Marblehead Little Theatre is one of the oldest community theater groups in New England, having consistently presented live-theater productions for over six decades. Check mltlive.org for more children’s program opportunities and upcoming auditions for the 2023-2024 season.
