Southern Nebraska Register
"Something Super,” an original musical by S.T.A.G.E. Student Theatre, will be presented June 21-23 and June 28-June 30.
The production, performed by students ages 9-17, will be held at The City Impact Building, 1035 N.33rd Street., in Lincoln.
S.T.A.G.E. founder, writer, and director, Lee Ann Hotovy, said “Something Super” is a retro show that brings to life super heroes and super villains similar to the famous “Batman” TV series that aired from 1966 to 1968.
In the retro musical, she said, the city of Normopolis is threatened by super-villains as they sabotage the city with an over-abundance of ordinary problems. Even though the citizens call out to the super-heroes to save the day, they find the heroes have gone on vacation since solving ordinary problems is beneath their super-abilities.
“That leaves Mediocre Man and his trusty sidekick, Guinea Pig Girl to save the day,” Hotovy said. “But can they? Things look very grim until the Secret C.O.A. agents arrive and inspire Mediocre Man with ‘Paraclete Power.’”
Hotovy said the fun and exciting musical will delight audiences with “’Pow’-erful humor, ‘sock-it-to-em’ music and dance, and creativity galore!
“It also delivers the message: ‘Even the ordinary guy on the street can do super things with God’s awesome grace,’” she said.
Other S.T.A.G.E. contributors include Amy Johnson as musical director, along with Lydia Hotovy as choreographer. Original musical numbers were written by Anna Hanselmann, Melanie Kottwitz, and Sada Wondercheck.
Hotovy founded S.T.A.G.E. (Student Theater and Godly Evangelization) in 1999, providing a creative outlet for children of all ages. Celebrating 25 years, the youth theater produces two to three shows each year, with a larger production during the summer, involving students from Lincoln and the surrounding rural areas.
“Something Super!” will be presented at 7 p.m. June 21, 22, 28, and 29, and at 2 p.m. June 23 and June 30. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime. The show is approximately two hours in length with intermission and concessions.
Reserved seating tickets are recommended. They can be purchased under “TICKETS” at www.stage4kids.com. General admission tickets can be purchased at the door. Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 for students (4-18 years), with lap-sitting children (3 and under) free.
