The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep to present Halloween fun on stage

The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep will present a show with chilling storytelling in the adaptation of Washington Irving’s The Legend of Sleepy Hollow by John Heimbuch in collaboration with Jon Ferguson as its next student production.

In the quaint village of Sleepy Hollow, stories of wonder and strangeness surround thelegend of a mighty headless Hessian. When the humble schoolteacher Ichabod Crane vies for the hand of the beautiful Katrina Van Tassel, the townsfolk might protest, but it is ultimately the Horseman who will decide Ichabod’s fate. A lively blend of gothic terror and tongue-in-cheek humor. This dynamic ensemble-based retelling of the famous Washington Irving short story is a spooktacular, crowd-pleasing theatrical event, according to a news release.

Director Benjamin Cole is thrilled to share the haunting journey of confusion, horror, and romance.

“This adaptation inspires creative staging that tickles the imagination,” Cole said in the news release. Assistant Director Benedict Heaps added in the news release, “We’re having a lot of fun finding funny ways to be creepy during Halloween time. We think kids and families are going to love it.”

The show runs a daring 90 minutes with no intermission and aims to excite audiences throughout.  Performances are Oct.16 through Oct. 19 in North Coast Repertory Theatre’s Theatre School Studio Space: 985 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. Suite D, Solana Beach. Show times are 5:30 p.m. Oct. 16, 17, and 18, and 2 p.m. Oct. 18 and 19. Ticket prices are regularly $25 for adults and $12 for students, seniors, or active military. Call the box office to reserve your tickets today: 858-481-1055.

Featured in the cast are: Stewart Armstrong, Poway; Tirzah Cisneros, Mia Gascon, Julian; Mila Needleman, Encinitas; Alice Price, Carlsbad; Nicole Sample, Carlsbad; Harper Smith, Encinitas; and Phoebe Thomas, San Marcos.

The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep delivers high-quality theatre instruction and seven student theatre productions throughout the year, offering accessible and fun training for various age groups, according to the news release. Check out all the upcoming options on the Theatre School website: www.northcoastreptheatreschool.org.