OUR 2023 Patchwork SEASON
JULY - AUGUST
All performances at 11AM
Performing Fridays at the Weathervane and touring the North Country throughout the week!
Tickets sold at the door.
MARY HAD A LITTLE HAM
July 5 -July 14
Based on the book by Margie Palatini Adapted by Marisa Kirby
Mary has always encouraged her little ham, Stanley Snoutowski. A precocious little piggie, Stanley leaves the barn for the bright lights of Broadway. With a little luck and a lot of hard work, Stanley knows he can achieve his dream of playing Hamlet. Infused with your favorite Broadway showtunes, this musical adaptation of the children’s book Mary Had a Little Ham will have you singing and cheering for your new favorite little ham.
Performances: July 5 (Colonial), July 7 (Weathervane), July 11 (Colebrook), July 12 (Lisbon), July 14 (Weathervane)
The Rainbow fish Musical
July 19 - July 28, 2023
Book, Music and Lyrics by Austin Zumbro Adapted from the book by Marcus Pfister
A bubbly undersea musical adventure based on the award-winning book, The Rainbow Fish!
With shiny, multi-colored scales, Rainbow Fish is a beautiful, one of a kind fish. When Rainbow Fish refuses to share the shimmering scales, the whole ocean seems to turn against the vain creature. Unhappy and no longer adored, the Rainbow seeks out the wise Octopus to learn the universal lessons of love, friendship, sharing, and kindness.
Performances: July 19 (Colonial), July 21 (Weathervane), July 25 (Lisbon), July 26 (Colebrook), July 28 (Weathervane)
The Old Man and the Old Moon
Plays August 2 - August 11, 2023
Book, Music, and Lyrics by PigPen Theatre Co.
The Old Man has kept his post as the sole caretaker of the moon for as long as he can remember. When his wife, the Old Woman, is drawn away by a mysterious melody, the Old Man must decide between duty (and routine) and love (and adventure). Journey for love with the Old Man on an imaginative sea-faring epic, encompassing apocalyptic storms, civil wars, leviathans of the deep, and cantankerous ghosts, as well as the fiercest obstacle of all: change.
Performances: August 2 (Colonial), August 4 (Weathervane), August 8 (Lisbon), August 9 (Colebrook), August 11 (Weathervane)
Catch an extended and enhanced version of The Old Man and the Old Moon on Weathervane’s Mainstage!
the mystery of the missing medallion
August 16 - August 25, 2023
By The Sheridan Playwrights
Extra! Extra! Get Your paper here! The King and Princess are missing from the castle. Well, that sounds juicy, doesn’t it? Join us in a small English village where we meet a princess in hiding. Princess Emma is in a panic because someone has stolen her medallion. She hires a bumbling inspector to find the stolen necklace that proves she is the heir to the throne. Come help us solve the mystery!
Performances: August 16 (Colonial), August 18 (Weathervane), August 23 (Colebrook), August 24 (Lisbon), August 25 (Weathervane)
Best of Patchwork 2023
August 29 inside the Weathervane at 10 AM
Our favorite moments and songs from all our Patchwork shows in one stellar closing day. Join us inside the Weathervane or from the comfort of your own home!
Sponsors
venues
VENUE
Weathervane Theatre (Outdoor)
Colebrook’s The Great North Woods Center for the Arts (Outdoor)
Lisbon Lions Club Community Field (Outdoor)
Lisbon Rain Location: Lisbon Regional School
ADDRESS
389 Lancaster Rd., Whitefield, NH 03598
2050 Main St, Bethlehem, NH 03574
1993 US-3, Columbia, NH 03576
West Street, Lisbon, NH 035852
25 Highland Ave, Lisbon, NH 03585
seating & ticketing
For all outdoor performances patrons are encouraged to bring their own seating (lawn chairs, blankets, etc). Indoor performance seating is General Admission.
Seating starts approximately 30 minutes before performance time. Tickets sold at the entrance. Weathervane outdoor performances are pet-friendly.
Weathervane Ticket Prices:
$8.50 – Mary Had a Little Ham, The Rainbow Fish Musical, The Mystery of the Missing Medallion, Best of Patchwork 2023
$9.50 – The Old Man and the Old Moon*
$11.50 – LIVESTREAM – Best of Patchwork 2023
*This pricing applies to Picnic with Patchwork performances of The Old Man and the Old Moon ONLY
On the Road Ticket Prices:
Prices vary. Check with the venue.
RAIN POLICY
Performances outside the Weathervane and the Great North Woods Center for the Arts will move indoors in case of rain. Performances in Lisbon will move to Lisbon Regional School. While highly unlikely, should a Weathervane performance be cancelled altogether it will be posted on Weathervane’s social media.
The Patchwork players
Composed of early career artists selected from a nationwide search, meet the 2023 Patchwork Players
COMING SOON!
2023 Patchwork players staff
Marisa Kirby (she/her)
SIXTH SEASON
Marisa Kirby returns as the Intern Program Director for Season 58. She’s a member of the AEA professional company and also serves as the resident choreographer. With over fifteen years of experience in theatre, dance and education, Marisa is passionate and dedicated to her work with the Weathervane intern company. Under her guidance and training, many of her students have gone on to perform on Broadway, TV/film, cruise lines and music videos. She holds a BFA in dance performance from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and has been nationally recognized for her work with aspiring young artists. It’s is her privilege to work with such incredible talent from across the country and assist them in developing their own path in the entertainment industry. For more info and updates…www.marisakirby.com