The production follows the adventures of Peter, Wendy, Michael and John in Neverland. This new adaptation of the classic play that will be performed at WCU is based on the work of John Caird and Trevor Nunn, who researched and restored Barrie’s original intentions. The London Times considers the play “a national masterpiece.”

The WCU stage act of “Peter Pan” will feature special flying effects provided by Hall Associates Flying Effects, an Illinois-based company that will visit campus for three days to hang rigging and train actors and crew.

Bruce Frazier, WCU’s Carol Grotnes Belk Distinguished Professor of Commercial and Electronic Music, is composing original music for the show, and D.V. Caitlyn, associate professor of acting, directing and movement, is choreographing two dynamic fight scenes, including a lengthy sword fight on a pirate ship.

Susan Brown-Strauss, professor of costume design, is creating more than 50 costumes that will be worn in the show, including an original design for Nana the dog, Lilly said. The show also will feature eight sets designed by visiting assistant professor Andrew Mannion with a backdrop borrowed from Seattle Opera and designed by Tony Award-nominated set designer and Asheville native Thomas Lynch.

Tickets are $16 for adults, $11 for seniors and WCU faculty and staff, and $7 (in advance) and $10 (day of show) for students.

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