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Friday, May 9, 2025
ShenanArts Presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
ShenanArts, 300 Churchville Avenue, Staunton VACome see ShenanArts’ production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, one of the most enduring musicals of all time! This reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors is told entirely through song. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, Joseph ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, he discovers his ability to interpret dreams and soon finds himself in front of the mighty, but troubled, Pharoah. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharoah’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.
The magical musical is full of catchy songs in a variety of styles, from a parody of French ballads (“Those Canaan Days”), to country-western (“One More Angel in Heaven”), and calypso (“Benjamin Calypso”), along with unforgettable classics, “Any Dream Will Do” and “Close Every Door.” With a multi-generational cast, you will not want to miss this joyful journey celebrating the enduring power of faith, perseverance, hope, and dreams.
Tickets: $12-$19, www.shenanarts.org
Showtimes: Friday and Saturday 7 pm, Sundays 3 pm.
Recommended for ages 6 and up.
Directed by Jennifer Vaughan and presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals.