from the 2010 Broadway season



a farcical whodunit

adapted by Patrick Barlow
based upon the film by Alfred Hitchcock

September 8-25, 2011

Combining a spy thriller with farcical comedy and ingenious theatrical invention, The 39 Steps is an engaging, fast-paced whodunit that celebrates the magic of theater. Closely following the storyline of Alfred Hitchcock's 1935 film, the play features more than 150 characters including heroes, villains, men, women, children and even the occasional inanimate object, all brought to life by a cast of just four actors.

The play won the Laurence Olivier Award for Best Comedy in 2007 and the What's On Stage Award for Best Comedy 2007, and was a 2008 Tony Award Nominee for Best Play.

A Hawaii premiere.

from the MVT archives

a musical sci-fi thriller


by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken



October 27- November 13, 2011

A down-and out skid row floral assistant becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood. Soon "Audrey II" grows into an ill-tempered, foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore who offers him fame and fortune in exchange for feeding its growing appetite, finally revealing itself to be an alien creature poised for global domination!

One of the longest-running Off-Broadway shows of all time, this affectionate spoof of 1950s sci-fi movies is charming, tuneful and hilarious.

Previously produced by MVT in 1987.

from the 2010 Broadway season



a comedy-drama


by Yasmina Reza

January 12 - 29, 2012

God of Carnage is a Tony Award-winning play by Yasmina Reza that was first produced in English in London on 25 March 2008, in a translation by Christopher Hampton. The play is about two pairs of parents, one of whose child has hurt the other at a public park, who meet to discuss the matter in a civilized manner. However, as the evening goes on, the parents become increasingly childish, resulting in the evening devolving into chaos.

In 2009, God of Carnage received the Laurence Olivier Award for Best New Comedy and a Tony Award for Best Play. It is the third-longest running play of the 2000s (after The 39 Steps and August: Osage County).

A Hawaii premiere.

from the 2009 Broadway season



a musical drama


by Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater

March 8- 25, 2012

Spring Awakening is a rock musical adaptation of the controversial 1891 German play of the same title by Frank Wedekind. Set in late-19th century Germany, it concerns teenagers who are discovering the inner and outer tumult of sexuality. The original play was banned in Germany for a while due to its portrayal of masturbation, abortion, homosexuality, rape, child abuse and suicide. In the musical, alternative rock is employed as part of the folk-infused rock score.

Spring Awakening received eleven 2007 Tony Award nominations, winning eight, including Tonys for best musical, direction, book, score and featured actor. The show also won four Drama Desk Awards, while its London production won four Olivier Awards.

A Hawaii premiere.

from the 2009 Broadway season

a drama-comedy


by Horton Foote


May 10- 27, 2012

Set in the fictional town of Harrison, Texas in 1987, the play focuses on the Gordons, a clan of malcontents ruled by octogenarian matriarch Stella that must prepare for an uncertain future when plunging real estate values and an unexpected tax bill have a negative impact on the family fortune. Stella's children - predatory Mary Jo, complacent Lucille, and alcoholic Lewis - engage in a debate about whether or not they should divide the estate while their mother is still alive in order to ensure themselves financial independence.

The play received a Tony Award nomination for Best Play.

A Hawaii premiere.

from the MVT archives

a musical fairy tale


by Anthony Drewe and George Stiles


June 28- July 15, 2012

Honk! is a musical adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen story The Ugly Duckling. This is the story of Ugly, whose odd, gawky looks instantly incite prejudice from his family and other barnyard creatures. Separated from the farm and pursued by a hungry Cat, Ugly must find his way home. Along his rollicking and harrowing journey he not only discovers his true beauty and glorious destiny, but also finds love and acceptance in all its forms. Aimed primarily at children and their parents, the musical incorporates a message of tolerance.

The original London production won the 2000 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical.

Previously produced by MVT in 2002.