A newly reimagined version of “Cats” by renowned composer Andrew Lloyd Webster, is ready to hit the stage April 6-14.
Pakenham is to welcome the stage production at the Tony Shumack Performing Arts Centre at Beaconhills College.
Promising to captivate audiences of all ages, Scott J Hili the director and production designer of this new production expressed his excitement for the reimagined production, stating, “I am thrilled to see ’Cats’ brought to life in a new and exciting way. The essence of the story remains, but with an historical and sociological Australian flair that will resonate with local audiences today.”
This newly re-imagined production of “Cats“ presented by CPAC Musical Theatre, brings a twist to the timeless tale of the Jellicle Cats and their mysterious annual gathering, set in post-war Melbourne in 1942.
Audiences can expect to be transported to Melbourne in 1942, days after the bombing of Darwin when the imposed brown out saw 1 in 3 streetlamps dimmed, and planes patrolled the skies. Amidst this the whimsical world of the Jellicle Cats, they sing, dance, and compete for a chance at a new life and journey to the Heavyside layer.
Tickets available at events.humanitix.com/cats
For more information about “Cats“ and CPAC Musical Theatre’s October season of the Cole Porter Musical Anything Goes please visit www.cpacmusicaltheatre.com.au
