Opening on Valentine’s Day, The Fantasticks, the world’s longest-running musical, is a classic at JCCT. The Fantasticks offers an enchanting look at the journey of young love through captivating music and poignant storytelling. Set against a simple yet mythical backdrop, the narrative centers on Luisa and Matt (played by Tasha Shaw and Leonel Jiminez), two innocent teenagers who fall in love, only to discover the complexities of life beyond their neighboring backyards. Their fathers, Hucklebee (Landon Whitson) and Bellomy (Tom Franke), set up a Romeo and Juliet scenario to ensure that their offspring fall in love. The plot is carried along by the suave El Gallo (Matt Nieman), and two has-been actors named Henry and Mortimer (Horace Tucker and Dakota Bland) who magically appear on the stage. A silent character, The Mute (Sam Dyer), quietly remains onstage to expertly provide props and set pieces as needed. A whimsical tale of romance and reality, this production features memorable lyrics and soothing melodies that have charmed audiences for generations. From the enduring favorite “Try to Remember,” to playful and heartfelt ballads, the score of The Fantasticks perfectly complements this touching story of love’s trials and treasures.
Larry Hartley is directing the show, with Andrew Dick as production manager. Amanda Dick is in charge of costumes and props. The Joe Crew (Bradley, Reynolds, McGill) are building the set.
JCCT’s 44th dinner theatre will be presented at The Pines Evergreen Room February 14, 15, 21, and 22, beginning at 6 p.m. A non-dinner performance will be held on Sunday, February 16 at 2:30 PM. All seats for the dinner shows require reservations. Reservations may be made for the Sunday matinee but are not required.
All tickets are $40 for the dinner shows, and $20 for the non-dinner matinee. Single roses (provided by Anytime Floral) can be added to your ticket order and will be waiting for you at your seat when you arrive!
To cover the expenses of our ticketing and credit card services, a handling fee will be added to online sales. If you wish to reserve seats by phone and pay by mailing a check, you may call us at 812-358-5228 and avoid the fees. For online reservations, go to jcct.ludus.com.