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Twain's Tale of Tom & Huck (TYA Musical)

Mark Twain is coming to MDT!

 July 6, 7, 13, 14, 16, 20, 21 

Written by Georgette Kleier

Music and Lyrics by  Bill Corcoran

Adapted from Mark Twain's The Adventures of Tom Sawyer


MDT is thrilled to bring you a wonderful adaptation of Mark Twin's The Adventures of Tom Sawyer written by Georgette Kleier. We are guided through this familiar classic by none other than Mark Twain himself. This TYA musical, music and lyrics by Bill Corcoran, is sure to bring lots of laughter and enjoyment to your students, and give them a fresh take on a well known story of friendship and integrity. 



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Twain's Tale - Press Release

Click here to be taken to our Press Release published by the Journal Review!

A Note from the Director...

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Twain's Tale - Cast

Mark Twain:

Tom Sawyer:

Huckleberry Finn:

Becky Thatcher:

Muff Potter:

Sidney:

Aunt Polly:

Judge Thatcher:

Doc Robinson:

Injun Joe:

Place & Time:

St. Petersburg, Missouri - 1840s


Myers Dinner Theatre Staff

Executive Producer: Donna & Richard Myers

Artistic Director: Dion Stover
Director: TJ Bird

ASM: Jessica Alltop

Music Director:
Technical Director: Gary Michael

Props Designer: Jessica Alltop

Lighting / Sound Designer: TJ Bird

Kitchen Manager: 

Box Office Manager: Bill Rubenstein

General Store Manager: Jane Bowers

Bookkeeper: Tom Bess

Scenes

Scene One: Outside Aunt Polly's House

Missouri - Twain & Company

Engaged - Becky & Tom

Free, Free, Free - Tom, Huck & Twain

Scene Two: The Graveyard

Scene Three: The Old Tannery

Scene Four: The Town Square

A Difficult Decision - Tom, Aunt Polly & Sidney

Scene Five: A Raft on the Mississippi River

River Song - Tom & Huck

Scene Six: A Church in St. Petersburg

Funeral Song - Company

Scene Seven: A Courthouse in St. Petersburg

A Difficult Decision (Reprise) - Tom

Scene Eight: The Town Square

Independence Day - Company

Scene Nine: The Cave of Wonders

Engaged (Reprise) - Becky & Tom

Missouri (Reprise) - Company


Who's Who in the Cast...

(Mark Twain)

(Huckleberry Finn)

(Mark Twain)

Coming Soon!

(Tom Sawyer)

(Huckleberry Finn)

(Mark Twain)

Coming Soon!

(Huckleberry Finn)

(Huckleberry Finn)

(Huckleberry Finn)

Coming Soon!

(Becky Thatcher)

(Becky Thatcher)

(Huckleberry Finn)

Coming Soon!

(Muff Potter)

(Becky Thatcher)

(Muff Potter)

Coming Soon!

(Sidney)

(Becky Thatcher)

(Muff Potter)

Coming Soon!

(Aunt Polly)

(Judge Thatcher)

(Judge Thatcher)

Coming Soon!

(Judge Thatcher)

(Judge Thatcher)

(Judge Thatcher)

Coming Soon!

(Doc Robinson)

(Judge Thatcher)

(Doc Robinson)

Coming Soon!

(Injun Joe)

(Injun Joe)

(Doc Robinson)

Coming Soon!

Who's Who in the Cast...

John Phillips (Music Director)

TJ Bird (Director/Lights/Sound)

TJ Bird (Director/Lights/Sound)

John is thrilled to be back at Myers, having performed here in Souvenir (2018) and Mamma Mia! (2019), and Music Directed The Little Mermaid, Little Women and The Ark (2020). He has been performing since the age of 5 when he sang his first solo at his kindergarten graduation. He has been a part of the Indianapolis theatre scene since 1980 and has worked at most of the theaters in town. John is an 18-time Encore Award Winner and was named “Best Actor In A Musical” by the Indianapolis Star for his portrayal of Ko-Ko in The Mikado at the Edyvean. He is thrilled to have appeared in the World Premiere of Hairspray in concert with the Indianapolis & Baltimore Symphony Orchestras, starring Tony Award Winner, Beth Leavel, Mickey Dolenz of “The Monkees”, & John Waters, the author of Hairspray.

TJ Bird (Director/Lights/Sound)

TJ Bird (Director/Lights/Sound)

TJ Bird (Director/Lights/Sound)

 

TJ is from Decatur, IN, and graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelor’s in Voice Performance. They have toured with Missoula Children’s Theatre, performed six seasons with the Round Barn Theatre at the former Amish Acres, and has covered many different staff and technical positions throughout their career. Myers Dinner Theatre has become their home away from home. Favorite credits include: Nicely-Nicely Johnson in Guys and Dolls, Jaxson in Steeple People, Jesus in Godspell, Pap/King in Big River, Mr. Bumble in Oliver! and Willard Hewitt in Footloose! Thank you to everyone who supports their dreams.

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Jessica Alltop (PSM)

TJ Bird (Director/Lights/Sound)

Jessica Alltop (PSM)

Jessica is from Terre Haute, IN where she lives with her husband, Ethan, and their three cats, Coretta, Beanie Baker, and Refried. Jessica has worked on shows out at Myers Dinner Theatre since 2012. When she isn't working in theatre, she enjoys working with her house plant collection and watching cooking shows with Ethan. She would like to thank Ethan, her family, and her friends for supporting her dream of pursuing a career in theatre.

TYA - Show Menu

Hot Food

Corn Dogs

Chicken Nuggets

Tater Tots

Macaroni and Cheese

Cut Sweet Corn


Dessert

Chef's Choice

*Included with the price of the buffet.

*Everyone has different dietary needs, but we want all to be able to enjoy a great show and a delicious meal. If you have dietary restrictions or food allergies, please contact us in advance and our kitchen will happily make accommodations for you.

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