Set Sail With ‘Moana Jr.’ at Frankfort Community Public Library

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The Clinton County Youth Theatre, the Friends of the Frankfort Public Library, and Executive Producer, Gem City Junction, announce the performances of Disney’s Moana JR. in Skanta Theatre.

Disney’s Moana JR. is playing at Skanta Theatre in the Frankfort Community Public Library from Thurs., June 22 at 7:30 p.m. through Sat., June 24. There is a matinee on Sat., June 24 at 2:00 p.m. The 60 minute adventure, features local performers ages 5-18, is based on the 2016 Disney film Moana. The cast includes just over 50 students. Tickets, which are $7 and general seating, are available at the Library’s Circulation Desk, or with a credit or debit card by calling (765) 654-8746.

See the line where the sky meets the sea? You’ll love this thrilling and heartwarming stage adaptation of the coming-of-age tale of Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. She and the demigod, Maui, embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as she learns to harness the power that lies within.

Adapted for young performers, this musical includes favorite songs by Tony, Grammy, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’I, and Mark Macina, such as “How Far I’ll Go”, “Shiny”, and “You’re Welcome”. With its empowering message of bravery, Moana JR., is sure to awaken your inner hero!

Performances are in the Skanta Theatre in the Frankfort Community Public Library on Thurs.-Sat., June 23-25 at 7:30 p.m. with a matinee at 2:30 p.m. on Sat.  Tickets are $7.00 and are available for purchase at the Library’s Circulation Desk or with a credit or debit card by calling the library at (765)654-8746.

The cast of Disney’s Moana JR. features over 50 local youth from Clinton County who have dedicated their spring and summer to preparing the show. Cast members include: Colleen Elliot, Brian Nacacio, Jaxon King, Rylnn Maish, Julianna Carr, Frankie Shifflet, Addie Brunton, Kyaela Corkwell, Halle Woodruff, Kyndal Ostler, Ruby Wells, Dayton Rustin, Eliana Prather, Tabby Walters, Jazzy Kirk, Ariana Eldridge, Eleanor Coomer, Hinley Smith, Annabel Kreps, Savanna Houston, Tara Williams, Payten McDonald, Layla Shifflett, Kyla Cooper, Katie Griffeth, Kara Maish, Chloe Yeagley, Kaitlyn Fitch, Erin Fitch, Gideon Prather, Mikey Walters, Scout King, Kalli Rule, Ruthie Walters, Morgen Carr, Carson Moneyhan, Ella Bushman, Heidi Nance, Harlem Hall, Zoey Archibald, Calvin Evans, Avie Salle, Caroline Fitzgerald, Sophia Steward, Caroline Evans, Charolette Mink, Rory King, Molly Coomer, Joshua Fossnock, Raegan Fitch, and Holden Rountree. Be sure to follow Clinton County Youth Theatre on Facebook and Instagram for behind-the-scenes updates of our cast!

This show is made possible with the generous support of sponsors like the Friends of the Frankfort Public Library, Psi Iota Xi of Frankfort, and Executive Producer, Gem City Junction. The Clinton County Youth Theatre is grateful for the support of local businesses and originations that make these shows successful and allow us to bring theatre to our community.

To learn more about the many new benefits of sponsoring Clinton County Youth Theatre and future productions, please contact Rachel Milburn at (765) 654-8746 ext. 1117 or at [email protected].