News release
The Canyon Theatre Guild is performing the classic Broadway musical, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “South Pacific,” weekends through Feb. 21 in Old Town Newhall.
Set on a tropical island during World War II, this Pulitzer and Tony award winning musical is a blend of romance, comedy and dramatic themes, featuring two love stories.
Spunky nurse Nellie Forbush falls for French planter Emile de Becque, while Lt. Cable is in love with a beautiful native girl, Liat. Both Americans are forced to confront deep-seated prejudices, all while the war looms.
“With songs like ‘Some Enchanted Evening,’ ‘There is Nothin’ Like Dame’ and ‘I’m
Gonna Wash That Man Right Outta My Hair,’ South Pacific is a story you will love, and never forget,” said a CTG news release about the production.
Director Laurie Morgan said in the release: “South Pacific is a musical set during World
War II. Two love stories are threatened by the dangers of prejudice and war. The stories unfold with some of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s most memorable songs. It’s a beautiful tribute to love, patriotism and acceptance.”
The show opened last weekend, and remaining performances are scheduled as follows: 2 p.m. Jan. 31, Feb. 1, 7, 8, 14, 15 and 21; 7 p.m. Jan. 31, Feb. 14, 15 and 21; and 8 p.m. Feb. 20.
Tickets are $24 for adults, $20 for seniors (62+) and $15 for students. To reserve tickets, call 661-799-2702 or visit canyontheatre.org.
