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Review: Peter Pan at Serenbe Playhouse

May 31, 2018 - August 26, 2018

New Songs, Sword Fights and Lots of Fun with “Peter Pan”

“Peter Pan” at Serenbe Playhouse will whisk you away to Neverland for a most splendid (and humor-filled) hour with Peter Pan, Smee, Captain Hook and Tinkerbell in this timeless classic.

We were immediately transported to this magical place by the outdoor amphitheater’s impeccable attention to detail. As you walk up to the amphitheater, you‘ll see the Jolly Roger, and then Tinkerbell appears via a zip line to begin the story.

This version of Sir J.M. Barrie’s beloved story is unique. The actors sing new songs live to the accompaniment of recorded music, and there is a different take on the plot. But in case you were wondering: Yes, Peter Pan and Captain Hook do sword fight!

What my family liked the best was that the actors came down to the front area to interact with the audience from time to time, which is great for keeping a child’s attention. When Tinkerbell sprinkled her fairy dust on us, one of my 7-year-old twins exclaimed, “Glitter!”

The actors are members of the playhouse’s apprentice program, and they are talented recent college graduates who will work in every production at Serenbe for one year. The play was directed by Michael Alvarez, who has directed productions all over the world.

The drive from North Atlanta takes 55 minutes, but it’s well worth it – people from all over the metro area make the drive. I sat next to a sweet mother from Smyrna who had already made the trip five times to see some of the other productions.

My children, an 11-year-old and the twins, loved this play and they have talked about it incessantly since our visit. It was a wonderful way to spend a summer day!

Something Extra: After the show, you can take part in a Peter Pan scavenger hunt (the clues are on the playhouse’s social media and program). Allow extra time if you wish to do this.

What to Take: Rain gear (rain insurance extra), sunscreen, bug spray, a camera and money for concessions. Portable potties are available. Kids can sit up front on the blankets provided, and adults sit on wooden benches.

– Cindy Moss

After defeating Captain Hook and taking over his ship, join Peter deep in the forests of Neverland where he lives with his band of Lost Boys. Through Aug. 26. Thurs.-Sun. See serenbeplayhouse.com for showtimes. $20 and up; ages 3-12, $13 and up; ages 2 and younger, free. Prices vary by show; rain insurance, extra.

Details

Start:
May 31, 2018
End:
August 26, 2018
Website:
https://bit.ly/2xc0ddc

Venue

Serenbe Playhouse
10504 Serenbe Ln.
Chattahoochee Hills,
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Phone
770-463-1110