Special to the
Opelika Observer
The Auburn Area Community Theatre is thrilled to present its first youth show in the 2019-2020 season, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr., presented through Musical Theater International.
Bring your family and join 41 actors ages 5 to 12 for this high-flying musical adventure of Caractacus Potts and his children, Jeremy and Jemima, as they restore an old car that has magical abilities. They join forces with Truly Scrumptious and Grandpa Potts to escape the evil Baron Bomburst’s schemes as he tries to take the car for himself.
Performances will take place at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center on 222 E. Drake Ave. in Auburn on Oct. 3 to 5, 7, 10 and 11 at 6:30 p.m., with matinees on Oct. 5 and 12 at 4 p.m. The show’s runtime is approximately an hour.
Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students and seniors. Oct. 7 is Family Night and all tickets are $8. Call 334-246-1084 or visit www.auburnact.org for ticket purchases and more information. Email info@auburnact.org for group rate information.
The rest of AACT’s season includes the shows The Little Prince, High School Musical Jr. and Vanya, Sonia, Masha and Spike. Auditions for all shows throughout the year are open to the public, for community members with or without experience and details can be found on the website, www.auburnact.org or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/auburnact.
About the AACT
Auburn Area Community Theatre is a nonprofit organization that exists to serve the Auburn-Opelika area. Its purpose is to provide an opportunity for education and participation in the world of theatre and present a quality, entertaining and thought-provoking theatre experience. The group is actively soliciting new members who have an interest in helping the growth of community theatre. AACT members and the community-at-large are encouraged to participate. For more information, visit www.auburnact.org.