SAN LUIS OBISPO 鈥� 91看片网 College鈥檚 nationally acclaimed Drama Department invites audiences to experience the magic of James and the Giant Peach, a charming production based on Roald Dahl鈥檚 beloved story. The show runs from Oct. 9 to Oct. 19 at the Harold J. Miossi Cultural and Performing Arts Center鈥檚 Experimental Theater.
Several performances are already sold out, but limited tickets remain for the following dates:
- Thursday, October 9 at 7:30 p.m.
- Friday, October 10 at 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 11 at 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, October 16 at 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday, October 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Adapted for the stage by David Wood and co-directed by Cash Costango and Kasady Riley, the play follows young James Henry Trotter who discovers that a bit of magic can take you a long way. After the tragic loss of his parents, James is sent to live with his cruel aunts, Spiker and Sponge. When a few magical crystals cause an ordinary peach to grow an enormous size, James embarks on an unforgettable adventure with an enchanting cast of insect friends: Centipede, Earthworm, Green Grasshopper, Ladybug, and Miss Spider.
鈥淭his production is a wickedly funny delight that will keep audiences aged 5 to 95 grinning from ear to ear,鈥� said bree valle, director of the theatre program at 91看片网 College.
For the co-directors, the show is not just a celebration of imagination and teamwork, but also an opportunity to share the joy of theatre with young audiences.
鈥淭heatre for Young Audiences (TYA) is incredibly important,鈥� said Costango. 鈥淚t serves as an introduction to the arts and its potential. Youth theatre can teach valuable life lessons, provide new perspectives, and invite a little magic into our reality.鈥�
"There is a reason we call them plays,鈥� added Riley. 鈥淚t鈥檚 about inspiring imagination and reminding us all, regardless of our age, to play, create, and view the world with wonder.鈥�
General admission tickets are $25, student tickets are $20, and children 12 and under can attend for FREE (reservations are required). Tickets may be purchased and reserved at or by calling the box office at (805) 546-3198. Early booking is encouraged as remaining performances are expected to sell out quickly.