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And just like that, it’s the end of August…

Had two great productions this summer (Thank you, Barter Players!) of two new adaptations: THE JUNGLE BOOK and THE RELUCTANT DRAGON. I had already added a page for THE JUNGLE BOOK; today I added the page for THE RELUCTANT DRAGON. So check that out when you get the chance.

Speaking of THE BARTER PLAYERS…

This fall they’ll be producing my adaptation of Jack London’s THE CALL OF THE WILD at Smith Theatre from September 23rd thru November 1st. Then at Christmas they’ll be producing my musical (with composer Dax Dupuy) JINGLE ALL THE WAY. That will be running on Gilliam Stage from November 25th thru December 27th. Meanwhile, The Barter ENCORE Players will be touring another musical written with Dax Dupuy: I WANT A HIPPOPOTAMUS FOR CHRISTMAS.

Dax and I are also working on morphing my adaptation of ALICE IN WONDERLAND into a musical for the Player spring tour. I’ve overwritten in spots (what a shock!), so the next step (for me) is to pare down and simplify.

Dax is also working on finishing up songs for BOOK WOMAN – hoping to have it read at Barter early 2026. Will update more when I know it. Meanwhile, rest assured her music thus far is glorious. So excited to hear the whole thing put together.

Oh! And don’t forget – Barter will be producing my play THE INNKEEPER’S WIFE at Smith Theatre from November 22nd thru December 28th. If you’re looking to get into the holiday spirit, this might be exactly what you need. Come see us!