For Immediate Release: March 10, 2007
Media Contact: Marc S. Goldberg, Storybook Musical Theatre, 215.659.8550

Storybook Musical Theatre, the Abington-based professional, Equity, children's theater company, will conclude its 15th Anniversary season with an imaginative adaptation of the Lewis Carroll story "Alice in Wonderland". Adapted by Storybook's Artistic Director, Patricia Goldberg, with music and lyrics by resident composer, Jeff Reim.

The musical first plays at the Klein Branch Theater, 10100 Jamison Rd, Philadelphia, from April 17 to 21. It then moves to the Bluett Theater at St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia for a run May 19 to May 25. "Alice" concludes with a summertime engagement at the Mitchell Performing Arts Center in Bryn Athyn, Pa from July 10 to July 21, 2007. Tickets are $10.00 for children and $12.00 for adults, with school and group discounts available. For reservations or more information call: 215-659-8550.

"Alice in Wonderland" tells the story of a young girl impatiently waiting for her tea who drifts off to sleep. Her reality mixes with her dreams, and once she steps through the looking glass, she encounters some very strange and colorful characters. As she tries to find her way back home, she becomes entangled in their eccentric adventures.

Storybook has gathered seven talented, local, professional actors for their cast:

In the title role of Alice is Aileen Goldberg, of Wilmington, De. She was recently seen as the Miller's daughter in Storybook's version of "Rumpelstiltskin" and one of the stepsisters in "Cinderella". Last season she appeared as a princess in "Aladdin". Other Storybook credits; "Prince and the Pauper" and "Wizard of Oz". Regional credits; "The Pirate" at the Prince Music Theater", "Beauty & the Beast" and "42nd Street" at New Candlelight Dinner Theater, "West Side Story," "Bye, Bye, Birdie," and "Damn Yankees" at Three Little Bakers Dinner Theater.

Bill Fitzpatrick, of West Chester, plays the puzzling Caterpillar and sometimes out of control Mad Hatter. Previous Storybook credits include: "The Wizard of Oz", "The Dancing Princesses" and "Puss 'n Boots". Regional credits: "Custard the Dragon" for Light Keeper Productions, "No, No, Nanette", "Sweet Charity", "Good News", "Oklahoma", and "Little Ship of Horrors".

Peyton Dixon, of Wilmington, De, plays and frantic, always late, White Rabbit. He was last seen on Storybook's stage as the genie in "Aladdin" and the carnival owner in "Pinocchio". Other regional credits: "Schoolhouse Rock" at New Candlelight Dinner Theater, "Damn Yankees", "Joseph...Dreamcoat", "Bye, Bye, Birdie", "West Side Story", "Killer Cuisine", which he also wrote and directed at Three Little Bakers' Dinner Theater, and "1776" at Lenape Regional Theater. He has also portrayed John Adams at Independence Hall.

In the role of the Knave, who makes the mistake of painting the Queen's white roses red, is Will Gallagher, or Horsham, PA. Will was seen earlier this season as the prince that captivates Cinderella heart in "Cinderella". Other credits: "Jack and the Beanstalk" and "Knightly Knights for Rehoboth Summer Theater, "The Hardy Boys" at Village Players and "The Philadelphia Story" and "A Christmas Carol" at De Sales University Theater.

Kim Hanley, of Center City, plays both Alice's sister, Emily and the slightly deranged Duchess, who thinks a pig is her baby. Previous Storybook credits: the original "Alice", "The Wizard of Oz", "The Frog Prince", "The Golden Goose", and "Princess and the Pea". Kim regularly appears as Abigail Adams for American Historical Theater and has been seen at Media Theater and Bristol Riverside Theater. She is also a costumer for a number of theater companies.

Joyce Moody, of Newtown, PA. is a newcomer to Storybook, but has extensive regional and national credits including the national tour of "Damn Yankees" starring Dick Van Dyke. Other regional credits: "Sound of Music", "My Fair Lady" and "La Cage aux Folles" at the Walnut St. Theater, "She Loves Me" at Bristol Riverside Theater, "Annie" and "Gypsy" at Beef and Boards Dinner Theater. In addition, she has many industrial show and cruise line credits.

Rounding out the cast is another Storybook favorite, Faith Sherman, of Dublin, PA. as the elusive Cheshire Cat and always sleepy Dormouse. Storybook credits include: "Aladdin", Jack and the Beanstalk", "Pinocchio", "Wizard of Oz", "Rapunzel" and "Emperor's New Clothes". When not acting she is a Teacher/Artist for Storybook's outreach programs.

Children's tickets are $10.00, Adults are $12.00 with generous school/group discounts available. Show times are Tuesday to Fridays at 10:15 am, Saturday at 11:00 am.

All Storybook productions are appropriate for ages 3 and older. As always, everyone gets to meet the cast after each show for a handshake, autograph or photo.

For information or reservations, call box office at 215-659-8550 or Storybook's website: www.storybookmusical.org.

Editors: For photo opportunities or interviews with cast or staff, please call: 215-659-8550.

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