Adapted from the novel by Florence Engel Randall, "Watcher in the Woods: A New Musical" intertwines familial love, loss and reconnection with the supernatural mystery of Goosebumps and the universe- expanding heart of E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial.
Plot Summary:
- 1926: In the aftermath of a devastating pandemic, Mrs. Anne Aylwood and her daughter Karen live in insolation, grappling with personal loss and unseen forces, ultimately leading Karen to vanish in the woods.
- 1976: Jan, haunted by survivor's guilt, moves into the same house, and finds herself connected to the same unseen forces. With new friends and revived confidence, she confronts the mysterious Watcher, ultimately finding redemption and reconnection amidst the darkness.
Why Now?
- "Watcher in the Woods: A New Musical" emerges amidst a surge of supernatural drama in live theater, offering a unique blend of universal themes, such as familial love, loss and reconnection, and immersive storytelling that sets it apart in a competitive landscape.
For Creators:
- "Watcher in the Woods: A New Musical"offers a brand new canvas for designers of all levels, where the story comes alive through theatrical visuals, atmospheric lighting, and immersive soundscapes, fostering a playground for creativity, from high schools to Broadway.
The Future:
- After the Equity Showcase Production at Urban Stages, this September, we are looking at all options toward the next steps of a longer commercial run and licensing.
Where We’ve Been:
- Since 2019, "Watcher in the Woods: A New Musical" has evolved through rewrites, zoom workshops and readings, culminating in a 29-Hour Reading, featuring Julia Murney, Kenita R. Miller and Julie James, and a fully staged Equity Showcase Production.
With each step, the team grows, and moves closer to bringing our out of this world vision to theatrical life, thanks to the support of collaborators and sponsors like you!!
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!!
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