2016-17 Mainstage Season
An It’s a Wonderful Life Classic Radiocast
December 1-23, 2016
Back by popular demand, the show draws audience members back in time to 1946 as members of the KPNF radio station are assembling for a live radio performance of It’s a Wonderful Life. Through dozens of characterizations and live foley sound effects, five talented actors tell the entire story, putting an imaginative twist on a cherished holiday tradition. Guests of all ages will fall in love with George Bailey and his timeless tale of despair, redemption and hope all over again.
An Iliad
Dates coming soon!
Homer's epic story of war, honor, love, violence and the Greek siege of Troy has never been more engaging than in this tour-de-force solo performance backed by a live indie rock band. With original music by local Austin composer Seth Osborn, An Iliad captures both the grandeur of legendary events that have captured the western imagination for millennia - and an intimacy that makes the story searingly immediate and relevant.
Around the World in 80 Days
June 1-24, 2017
Mark Brown's hilarious take on the classic Jules Verne novel Around the World in 80 Days follows the fearless adventurer Philias Fogg, who agrees to an outrageous wager that puts his life and fortune at risk. Danger, romance and comic surprises abound as five actors portraying 42 characters circle the globe in a dramatic race against time!
2016-17 Special Events
Murder on the Rails
October 8, 2016
Climb aboard for a three hour train ride through the beautiful Texas hill country, and indulge in gourmet sandwiches and snacks, as well as wine and beer service, all included in the ticket price. But be careful! Some of the passengers have murder on their mind, and for one unlucky stiff, the end of the line will be, well, the end of the line. Test your sleuthing savvy and see if you can crack the case!
A Marvelous Party
May 7, 2017
Penfold's seventh annual fundraising gala sparkles with elegance, featuring a mouthwatering meal by Chef Vikki Bowen; a swinging line-up of cabaret selections as sung by some of our favorite Central Texas musical theatre performers; and host of other ways to play and laugh away a magical evening. All proceeds support Penfold's next season of professional theatre performances and education programs - of which guests will receive an exclusive preview!
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