The Tony-winning Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a. Peter Pan). The play provides a backstory for the characters of Peter Pan, Mrs. Darling, Tinker Bell and Hook, and serves as a prequel to J. M. Barrie's Peter and Wendy. A wildly theatrical adaptation of Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson’s best-selling novels, the play was conceived for the stage by directors, Roger Rees and Alex Timbers, and written by Rick Elice, with music by Wayne Barker. From marauding pirates and jungle tyrants to unwilling comrades and unlikely heroes, Peter and the Starcatcher playfully explores the depths of greed and despair... and the bonds of friendship, duty and love.

A young orphan and his mates are shipped off from Victorian England to a distant island ruled by the evil King Zarboff. They know nothing of the mysterious trunk in the captain’s cabin, which contains a precious, otherworldly cargo. At sea, the boys are discovered by a precocious young girl named Molly, a Starcatcher-in-training who realizes that the trunk’s precious cargo is starstuff, a celestial substance so powerful that it must never fall into the wrong hands. When the ship is taken over by pirates – led by the fearsome Black Stache, a villain determined to claim the trunk and its treasure for his own – the journey quickly becomes a thrilling adventure.

Featuring a baker's dozen of actors portraying more than 100 unforgettable characters, Peter and the Starcatcher uses ingenious stagecraft and the limitless possibilities of imagination to bring the story to life.

Secure your tickets today and be part of an extraordinary adventure that will captivate your heart and imagination.

PERFORMANCE INFO

When: February 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 at 7:00 pm
            February 8, 9, 15 at 2:00 pm

Running time approximately 2 hours including an intermission​

Where: The Oddfellows Ballroom (307 N Pine Street., Ellensburg, WA 98926) - The ballroom is between Ellensburg Floral and Perma Color Interiors store on Pine Street. 

Parking: On the street.  There are 2 parking lots nearby, on the East corner of 4th Ave/Pine Street by The Ridge, and one on the east corner of 3rd Ave and Pine street next to the Donut Shop.  See a map of downtown areas to park here.  

Ticket Prices:
Student/Senior - $18
General - $20
($2 more at the door)

*February 14 is a Pay-What-You-Can Performance. Space limited. RSVP Recommended.

EXPAND YOUR EXPERIENCE

We encourage you to make a full evening out of seeing our show.  The following businesses are offering specials during the run of our performance.  Just ask to see their Peter and the Starcatcher Special!  Here are a couple to look out for:

• Gard Winery and Tasting Room - get 10% off glasses of wine when you show your ticket to the show.
• The Pearl Restaurant and Bar - Maxwell has created a custom cocktail for your enjoyment - ask for The Neverland and The Wasp
• The Ridge Restaurant - show your ticket get 10% off food, and ask about their show-themed custom cocktail/mocktail
• Red Pickle Restaurant - show your ticket get 10% off food, and ask about their show-themed custom cocktail/mocktail
• The Mule Cocktail Bar - Buy or show us your tickets to the show and receive 10% off your tab. We also are featuring a Spiced Rum Mule for $10.

About Valley Theatre Company

Valley Theatre Company (VTC) is a subsidiary of the Laughing Horse Arts Foundation and is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering artistic growth and community engagement through theatre arts. Since its founding in 1999, VTC has been committed to providing high-quality, inclusive theatre experiences for the Kittitas Valley community.

As VTC embarks on its next chapter, it warmly invites the community to commemorate 26 years filled with cherished memories, meaningful connections and remarkable artistic accomplishments. From the enchanting Winter Play to the blossoming talents showcased in the Spring Rising Stars Youth Production, and from the captivating Summer Mainstage Musical to the delightful Fall Cabaret & Dinner Theatre, VTC remains a delight for all theater enthusiasts. If you've already had the pleasure of enjoying the Winter comedy, Neil Simon's timeless classic, The Odd Couple, or the uproariously entertaining youth production of The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood, get ready for the upcoming Summer Mainstage production of Anastasia: The Musical, debuting in July. And don't miss out on the Fall Cabernet Cabaret, themed Let's Go to the Movies, featuring beloved show tunes that have graced both the stage and the silver screen. Join VTC as it celebrates the vibrant legacy of theatre and looks forward to many more years of theatrical excellence.

To discover further details about Valley Theatre Company and its upcoming performances, as well as opportunities for community involvement—whether it's onstage acting, singing, dancing or contributing behind the scenes through directing, producing or design opportunities, or stage crew—along with ways to support future seasons, please visit www.valleytheatreco.org.
 

Upcoming Productions:

Winter Play
Peter & the Starcatcher
Auditions: November 16-17, 2024
Rehearsals: Late November, December and January (with breaks for holidays)
Performances: February 7, 8, 9, 13, 14,& 15, 2025
Location: The Oddfellows Ballroom

Rising Stars (Youth) Production
Frozen Jr.
Auditions: February 16, 2025
Rehearsals: Late February, March, April (with break for Spring Break)
Performances: April 25 & 26, and May 1, 2, & 3, 2025
Location: EHS Little Theatre

Summer Mainstage Musical
The Sound of Music
Auditions: April 4 & 5, 2025
Rehearsals: Late April, May, June
Performances: July 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 2025
Location: Morgan Performing Arts Center