The Dearborn Heights Civic Theatre presents one more performance of "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown" at 8 p.m. April 27 in the Berwyn Center, 26155 Richardson in Dearborn Heights.
For move information, go to www.dhctstage.org.
Children and adults will enjoy the the Peanuts characters in the musical based on Charle's Schulz's much-love characters.
From the excellent opening number, "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" to the closing number "Happiness" you'll find yourself reliving memories from your youth as you see a favorite comic strip come to life on the DHCT stage.
Director Marc Walentowicz has brought together a strong cast.
Ron Williams brings out the kid in all of us with his trusting, optimistic Charlie Brown, who manages to stay hopeful despite the curveballs life throws his way.
Emily Gedert is entertaining as Lucy, the bossy big sister who does a very good job of getting her way most of the time. Her song "Little Known Facts" is very funny.
Brian Welch shines as Snoopy, whether he's waiting for supper or stalking the Red Baron as he flies his dog house.
Sara Mayne is funny and full of childish joy as Sally. Resplendent in a pink dress any little girl would love, she hunts rabbits with Snoopy, expresses righteous indignation about her "C" grade on a coat hanger sculpture, and practices her "new philosophy" -- "Why are you telling me?!" -- to the amusement of all.
James Mayne has fun with Linus, Lucy's little brother who survives her bossiness with his clever comebacks. He has fun with his blanket dance, with Clara Albright (who also plays Peppermint Patti) bringing the dancing comfort object skillfully and enthusiastically to life.
Others in the strong supporting cast include Cory Chambless as Schroeder, Marissa Campitelle as Marcie, Dustin Hanson as Roy, Sean Randolph as Pig-Pen, and Sophia Tyler in a delightful cameo role as Woodstock.
Laura Tyler's choreography is fun and whimsical, and works well with the theatre-in-the-round seating.
For fun for all ages, take a trip down memory lane and spend some time with Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the gang.
For more information, go to www.dhctstaage.org.
Marissa Campitelle (left) as Marcie, Sara Mayne as Sally and Emily Gedert as Lucy.
Ron Williams (left) as Charlie Brown and Emily Gedert as Lucy.
James Mayne (left) as Linus and Ron Williams as Charlie Brown.
James Mayne (left) as Linus, Sean Randolph as Pig-Pen, Marissa Campitelle as Marcie and Ron Williams as Charlie Brown.
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