Panto Pinocchio
Book and Lyrics by Eric Coble
Music by Steven Jones
Directed by Monica Josette
Producers Steven and Cabrina Owsley
Now Playing December 6-January 5
Sterling Stage
Overview
WE'RE PUTTING THE GPT IN GEPETTO WITH THIS MODERN TWIST ON THE CLASSIC TALE!
Join Pinocchio, a sentient AI boy created by tech-savvy inventor Gill Bates, as he navigates the colorful world of technology. When Pinocchio embarks on a quest to discover his true essence—with the help of everybody’s favorite faithful guide, Buttons—he encounters a world of digital mischief and adventure. Will he unlock the secrets to his identity? Or will the conniving villain Miss Treats disrupt the festivities and thwart Pinocchio’s journey?
A feast for the senses, this panto is packed with high-tech hijinks, side-splitting jokes, and enough singing and dancing to reboot even the most jaded of operating systems. This holiday season, bring the family and immerse yourselves in the electrifying spectacle of panto!
Details
Performance Times
- Wednesday–Friday | 7 p.m.
- Saturday | 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Sunday | 2 p.m.
PREVIEW PERFORMANCES
- December 6–11, 2024
Run Time
- Approximately two hours, including one 15-minute intermission
Good to Know
- For children of all ages, from 5 to 105.
Plan Your Visit
- Park in our attached parking garage for $15.
- The Gordy lobby is open at 6 p.m. on evenings with performances. On afternoons with matinee performances, the lobby opens at 1 p.m.
- Drinks are allowed in the theater! Make sure to grab your favorite drink from the Gordy Bar before the show and during intermission.
Saturday Afternoon Activities
Every Saturday from 12 noon until 2 p.m.—bring your kiddos for for face painting and balloon animals before the 2 o’clock matinee.
Sunday Sit-down
Join the cast for a free, behind-the-scenes conversation following the 2 p.m. matinee.
Night Market
Saturday, December 14 | 4–8 p.m.
In partnership with Have a Nice Day, we’re hosting a holiday night market celebrating business owners, chefs, and makers of color. Enjoy cocktails from the bar, live music, tasty food, karaoke, and a dazzling array of vendors ready to help you complete your holiday shopping.
Join us for the evening performance of Panto Pinocchio at 7 p.m.
College Night
Thursday, December 19, at 7 p.m.
College students can purchase $15 tickets with a student ID. Use promo code COLLEGENIGHT.
Student Matinees
- Friday, December 13, at 10 a.m.
- Friday, December 20, at 2 p.m
Contact us at groups@stageshouston.com, or call 346.320.0037 for student pricing.
Sensory-Inclusive Performance
Saturday, January 4, at 2 p.m.
Sensory-inclusive performances cater to our patrons with sensitivity to loud, abruptly changing sound, light, or video elements associated with live performance.
Cast
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Ryan Schabach*
Buttons
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Kaleb Womack
Pinocchio
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Steve Scott*
Gill Bates
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Laura Kaldis*
Ms. Inkjet
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Jordan Umphries
Miss Treats
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Jonathan Teverbaugh
Miss Demeanor
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Emily Buesing
Sachs the Fifth
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Jalen Tinsley
Gameboy
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Briana Lott
The Blue Fairy of Abacus
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Camryn Nunley
Swing
Credits
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Book and Lyrics by
Eric Coble
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Music by
Steven Jones
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Director
Monica Josette
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Music Director
Steven Jones
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Choreographer
Monica Josette
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Scenic Designer
Jodi Bobrovsky
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Costume Designer
Leah Smith
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Lighting Designer
Destiny Raine
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Sound Designer
Robert Leslie Meek
J. Salazar -
Video Designer
Đat Peter Ton
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Wig Designer
Jayson Kolbicz
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Fight Choreographer
Avery Vonn Kenyatta
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Assistant Director
Stacy Hawking
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Assistant Costume Designer
Preciosa Aivles
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Assistant Lighting Designer
Arson Stolace
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Assistant Video Designer
Tre' Lewis
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Stage Manager
Ashley Ginn
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Assistant Stage Manager
Carlos Cantu
