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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat 'reimagines' biblical story

Show will be running from Feb. 6 to 16 at Georgian Theatre in Barrie
2022-08-31-RockyHorroOrillia
Michael Abernethy is shown in his role as Joseph in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in spring 2019.

NEWS RELEASE
KEMPENFELT COMMUNITY PLAYERS
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Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is running from Feb. 6 to 16.

One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, 11 brothers and the coat of many colours.

This 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 the unforgettable classics Any Dream Will Do and Close Every Door

Joseph is appropriate for all audiences and groups, Joseph is performed hundreds of times a year across North America, the U.K. and around the world.

The story is told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife.

While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.

The cast of Joseph is comprised of talented local actors and will also feature a fabulous children’s choir.

The musical is directed by Lorie Hanley and Janet Ness, musical director is Chris Ness, choreographer is Jenn Forder and produced by Andrée Day.

Further information about the production can be found at www.kempenfeltplayers.com.

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