The
live show was written, choreographed and directed by Koba’s Artistic
Director, and theater veteran, Patti Caplette. Randy Bachman (The Guess Who and Bachman-Turner Overdrive) along with his daughter Lorelei Bachman co-wrote two brand new songs for Strawberry Shortcake: Follow Your Berry Own Beat
that are guaranteed to have families dancing in the aisles. Strawberry
Shortcake, a favorite of little girls and moms alike for over 30 years,
will be played onstage by Toronto native Amelia Sirianni.
The
production also brings to life her best friends Orange Blossom, Lemon
Meringue, Blueberry Muffin, Raspberry Torte, Plum Pudding, and Cherry
Jam and features original and fan favorite songs from the hit TV show,
“Strawberry Shortcake’s Berry Bitty Adventures,” currently airing on The
Hub network in the U.S. The musical adventure takes audiences to the
whimsical land of Berry Bitty City where the whole town is buzzing with
anticipation for the Glitzy Glaze Talent Show.
“Strawberry
Shortcake has been a part of children’s lives for decades,” says
Caplette. “This show is the first time families will be able to see the
world’s most famous little girl live on stage.”
“We
are excited to bring Strawberry Shortcake to life in an exciting new
stage production that showcases her berry bubbly personality and musical
talent while inspiring young girls to do big things,” said Lindsay
Martinez, director of licensing and business development for American
Greetings Properties, the intellectual property and outbound licensing division of American Greetings Corporation (NYSE: AM), the global rights holder for the Strawberry Shortcake brand.
Before
the girls of Berry Bitty City hit the stage, theatergoers will warm up
their singing voices and stretch their dancing muscles with the touring
cast of the Doodlebops. Responding to calls from their legions of
clamoring fans, Rooney, Moe and Dee Dee Doodle take to the stage in a
live concert performance that will get the whole audience movin’ and
groovin’.
North American Tour Dates
January 13 – Winnipeg, MB – Pantages Playhouse (1:00pm)
January 15 – Saskatoon, SK – TCU Place (6:30pm)
January 16 – Prince Albert, SK – E.A. Rawlinson Centre for the Arts (6:30pm)
January 17 – Regina, SK –Conexus Arts Centre (6:30pm)
January 19 – Edmonton, AB – Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (1:00pm)
January 20 – Calgary, AB – Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium (1:00pm)
January 21 – Medicine Hat, AB – Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre (6:30pm)
January 23 – Kelowna, BC – Kelowna Community Theatre (6:30pm)
January 25 – Surrey, BC – Bell Centre for Performing Arts (6:30pm)
January 26 – Vancouver, BC – The Centre for the Performing Arts (1:00pm)
February 2 – Los Angeles, LA – Club Nokia (4:00pm)
February 7 – Jacksonville, FL - Florida Theater (6:00pm)
February 8 – Clearwater, FL - Ruth Eckerd Hall (6:00pm)
February 9 - Coral Springs, FL - Coral Springs Center for the Arts (1:00pm)
February 10 – Melbourne, FL - King Center for Performing Arts (1:00pm)
February 16 - North Tonawanda, NY - Riviera Theater (1:00pm & 4:00pm)
February 17 – Toronto, ON – Sony Centre for the Performing Arts (1:00pm)
February 19 – Guelph, ON – River Run Centre (6:30pm)
February 20 – London, ON – Centennial Hall (6:30pm)
February 21 – Windsor, ON - Chrysler Theatre (6:30pm)
February 22 – Chatham, ON - Chatham Capitol Theatre (6:30pm)
February 23 – Hamilton, ON - Hamilton Place (1:00pm)
February 24 – Kingston, ON - Grand Theatre (1:00pm)
February 26 – Cornwall, ON - Aultsville Theatre (6:30pm)
February 27 – Ottawa, ON - Centrepointe Theatre (6:30pm)
February 28 – Peterborough, ON - Showplace Performance Theatre (6:30pm)
March 2 - Belleville, ON - Empire Theatre (1:00pm)
March 3 – Oshawa, ON - Regent Theatre (1:00pm)
March 9 – Wallingford, CT - Toyota Presents The Oakdale Theatre (1:00pm)
March 17 - Grand Rapids, MI - Devos Performance Hall (1:00pm)
About Strawberry Shortcake and the Doodlebops Live! On Stage
Produced
by Koba Entertainment, Strawberry Shortcake: Follow Your Berry Own
Beat! with very special guests the Doodlebops is among the company’s
roster of highly successful theatrical productions, including The
Backyardigans: Quest for the Extra Ordinary Aliens and Max & Ruby in
the Nutcracker Suite.
About Koba Entertainment
A
prominent producer of original family musicals, Koba Entertainment has
been captivating audiences throughout the world with celebrated
characters from literature, television, and pop culture. Koba
Entertainment productions have enchanted people of all ages in more than
165 North American cities, 12 countries and four continents. Production
credits for young audiences include: Max and Ruby, The Backyardigans,
Toopy and Binoo, The Doodlebops, Caillou and Franklin. More information
can be found at www.koba-entertainment.com.
About American Greetings Corporation
For
more than 100 years, American Greetings Corporation (NYSE: AM) has been
a creator and manufacturer of innovative social expression products
that assist consumers in enhancing their relationships to create
happiness, laughter and love. The Company's major greeting card lines
are American Greetings, Carlton Cards, Gibson, Recycled Paper Greetings
and Papyrus, and other paper product offerings include DesignWare party
goods and American Greetings and Plus Mark gift-wrap and boxed cards.
American Greetings also has one of the largest collections of electronic
greetings on the Web, including cards available at
AmericanGreetings.com through AG Interactive, Inc. (the Company's online
division). In addition to its product lines, American Greetings also
creates and licenses popular character brands through the American
Greetings Properties group. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, American
Greetings generates annual revenue of approximately $1.7 billion, and
its products can be found in retail outlets worldwide. For more
information on the Company, visit http://corporate. americangreetings.com.
About American Greetings Properties
American
Greetings Properties (AGP) is the intellectual property and outbound
licensing division of American Greetings Corporation. Built upon the
successful re-launches of Care Bears and Strawberry Shortcake licensed
products, which have garnered over $5 billion in retail sales worldwide
combined since 2002, AGP develops multi-platform campaigns for its
properties through digital media, entertainment, marketing and
merchandising. In addition to Care Bears and Strawberry Shortcake,
AGP's active classic brands include Holly Hobbie and Madballs, as well
as new properties Twisted Whiskers, Maryoku Yummy and TinPo. Children
can experience AGP online at www.agkidzone.com. For more information on AGP, visit www.agpbrands.com.
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