Williamsport, PA – January 10-12, 2025 The Community Theatre League invites you on a breathtaking musical journey with Songs for a New World, Jason Robert Brown’s revolutionary song cycle that explores the moments that define our lives. With performances scheduled for January 10, 11, and 12, this limited engagement promises to captivate audiences with its heartfelt storytelling and soaring music. Tickets are only $20, making this an unmissable event for music and theater lovers alike.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Songs for a New World is not your typical musical. Instead of a single narrative, it’s a series of powerful vignettes connected by the universal theme of “the moment of decision.” Featuring a vibrant mix of pop, jazz, gospel, and modern musical theater, the show takes audiences through a tapestry of stories about love, loss, hope, and the transformative power of choice.
While the show is often performed minimally, sometimes as a concert, the Community Theatre League’s production is a fully realized artistic endeavor, complete with intricate staging and thoughtful design, offering audiences a rich and immersive experience.
Director Nancy Butts describes the production as “a collection of heartbreaking yet hopeful musical moments that everyone can relate to, through various stages of life.” With iconic numbers like Stars and the Moon, I’m Not Afraid of Anything, and Hear My Song, the music is as moving as it is memorable.
Executive Artistic Director Seth Sponhouse adds, “Songs for a New World is the perfect way to begin the year. Its themes of hope and renewal remind us that every moment offers a chance to start anew.”
MEET THE CAST
The show features a talented ensemble cast including Hannah McBride, Brandy Aguirre, Tyler Boyles, Theo Lentz, and Jenn Shibata, who is the understudy for Woman. Each performer brings their own unique artistry to the production, making this a truly collaborative celebration of storytelling through song.
Here’s what our cast has to say:
Hannah McBride: “This music pushes me in the best way and reminds me of how powerful musical storytelling can be.”
Brandy Aguirre: “I love how this show’s music reflects the richness of life’s emotions. It’s an incredible journey.”
Tyler Boyles: “The raw emotion in each song is incredibly powerful. This show is a reminder that music can bring us together.”
Theo Lentz: “There’s a moment in this show for everyone to say, ‘I’ve been there.’ It’s a deeply human experience.”
WHY YOU SHOULD SEE SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD
Whether you’re a longtime fan of musical theater or new to the genre, Songs for a New World offers something for everyone. The show’s universal themes and evocative music will leave you inspired and uplifted. Audience members can expect to laugh, cry, and walk away reflecting on the choices that shape their lives.
EVENT DETAILS
• Performances: January 10, 11, and 12, 2025
• Location: Community Theatre League, 100 West Third Street, Williamsport, PA
• Tickets: Only $20! Available now at https://ctlshows.com/season-48/#songsforanewworld
• Don’t miss this unforgettable theatrical event! Reserve your seats today and join us for an evening of music, story-
telling, and community.
LEGAL ATTRIBUTION:
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD
MUSIC AND LYRICS BY JASON ROBERT BROWN
ORIGINALLY PRODUCED BY THE WPA THEATRE, NEW YORK CITY, 1995
(KYLE RENICK, ARTISTIC DIRECTOR)
ORIGINAL ORCHESTRATION BY BRIAN BESTERMAN AND JASON ROBERT BROWN
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD
IS PRESENTED THROUGH SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL (MTI).
ALL AUTHORIZED PERFORMANCE MATERIALS ARE ALSO SUPPLIED BY MTI.
WWW.MTISHOWS.COM
ABOUT COMMUNITY THEATRE LEAGUE: The Community Theatre League is dedicated to enriching the cultural fabric of the Williamsport area through live performance and education in the theatre arts. Now in its 48th season, CTL continues to provide high-quality productions that entertain, educate, and inspire.