The
VELVETEEN RABBIT
Directed by Carrie Moore
Adapted by James Still
From the classic story by Margery Williams
Produced by special arrangement with
THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING CO. of Woodstock, Ill.
With this version written as a "memory play," The Velveteen Rabbit is an emotional journey through time, as told through the eyes of a young man looking back on his childhood. By reliving the relationship between his 4-year-old self and his favorite toy, the velveteen rabbit, he rediscovers the true meaning of friendship. Central to the story is, of course, the velveteen rabbit, who is introduced to the idea of becoming real by the old rocking horse.
The play explores the rewards of loyalty, the poignancy of loss, and the wonderful, surprising powers of love.
The mission of MCT is to spark imaginations by presenting professional quality children’s theatre on a consistent basis. We have been staging a variety of artistic performances in Austin since 1975. We believe our artists and performers deserve to have a platform from which they can share their creative and innovative works. This production’s profits will go towards our spring production and theatre classes!
So thank you! You've helped us get closer to our goals today.
CAST
Older Steve: Carter Peterson
Young Steve: Jake Plummer
Ben: CJ Turcotte
Velveteen Rabbit: McKenna Barren
Rocking Horse: Hannah Zerke
Train: Will Meyer
Boat: Charley Collins
Wild Rabbit #1: Atticus Burnham
Wild Rabbit #2: Logan Merfeld
Wild Rabbit #3: Hannah Keenan
Wild Rabbit #4: Spencer Riedl
Magic Fairy/Mom Voice: Pip Karnes
CREW
Director - Carrie Moore
Stage Manager - Renae Clark & Heidi Clark
Tech Director - Renae Clark
Tech Assistant - Luke Tapp
Hair and Makeup Design - Kylie Larson
Lighting Designer - Ben Dundas & Renae Clark
Sound Designer - Jen Wiebrand & Renae Clark
Costume Designer - Carley Carranza
Scenic Designer - Angie Perry & Renae Clark
Marketing Director - Angie Perry
Stagehands - Adrian Merfeld & Linda Keenan
SPECIAL THANKS
Matchbox Children's Theatre Board of Directors
First United Methodist Church
Riverland Community College Theatre Department
Ben Dundas
Tessa B Photography
Austin High School REACH Program
PATRONS - THANK YOU SO MUCH!
As our 2023/2024 Patron Drive came to an end, we saw so much support through donations of all kinds. Equipment, volunteer help, monetary, and wonderful word of mouth. Thank you thank you thank you! MCT continues to THRIVE thanks to all of YOU!!!
Matchbox Children's Theatre Board of Directors
First United Methodist Church
Riverland Community College Theatre Department
Ben Dundas
Tessa B Photography
Austin High School REACH Program
A bravo and job well done to all who made this show possible.
An incredible amount of thanks to all of you for coming. :)
Happy Holidays and Warmest Wishes,
Matchbox Children's Theatre
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Audition dates:
Friday, January 5th
6:30pm-8:00pm
Saturday, January 6th
10:00am-11:30am
Recommended ages 10+