Wayne Theatre Begins Highly Anticipated "ERAS" Production Season with Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella

Waynesboro, VA – The Wayne Theatre is delighted to announce the opening of its eagerly awaited 2025-2026 ERAS season with Rodgers and Hammerstein's enchanting musical, Cinderella. This fresh Broadway adaptation of the timeless tale will grace the Wayne Theatre stage on weekends from August 15 through August 24.

Directed by Lesley Larsen, with musical direction by Kat McLean and choreography by Corey Holmes, this contemporary retelling of a classic story offers audiences of all generations an inspiring message: courageously believe in the impossible and take charge of your own destiny.

Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella features beloved musical classics such as "In My Own Little Corner," "Impossible/It's Possible," and "Ten Minutes Ago." Tony Award nominee Douglas Carter Beane provides a witty, romantic, and refreshingly modern script, portraying Cinderella as a proactive heroine who charts her own path rather than passively awaiting change.

“This show truly resonates across generations,” says Lesley Larsen, Director. “It reinforces the empowering and timeless message that anything is possible when you have the courage to believe in yourself.”

The Wayne Theatre’s production of Cinderella is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of the Rodgers and Hammerstein Organization. More information is available at www.concordtheatricals.com.

Performances will be held on the Wayne Theatre stage in downtown Waynesboro, VA. Tickets are available online now, and advance reservations are encouraged due to high demand.

Join the Wayne Theatre and step into the enchanted world of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, an unforgettable musical experience that promises magic, romance, and a message of empowerment for everyone.

Event Details:

  • Production: Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella
  • Live Performance Dates: Weekends, August 15-24, 2025
  • Location: Wayne Theatre, Downtown Waynesboro, VA
  • Creative Team:
    • Director: Lesley Larsen
    • Music Director: Kat McLean
    • Choreographer: Corey Holmes
  • Tickets and Information: www.waynetheatre.org


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