Robin Hood is the outlaw of Sherwood Forest, leading a merry life with his followers. Anyone needing a place to live or food to eat is welcome in the greenwood. Impoverished citizens led by Robin are waging a battle against the evil Prince John. He has taken the place of King Richard the Lion-Hearted, who has gone on a crusade. Lady Merle of Cornwall, however, hopes to make John more acceptable to the people of England by forcing Maid Marian, Robin's childhood sweetheart, to marry the Prince. It's up to Robin to stop the marriage, defeat a nasty sheriff and secure Nottingham for the King's return.

The production will take place at Qualters Middle School, Mansfield, on March 20, 21, and 22.

This show, originally presented by Un-Common in 2002, presents the epic story recounting the struggle against adversity in 19th century France. Imprisoned for stealing a loaf of bread, petty thief Jean Valjean is released from his 19-year term and not only becomes an honest man, but the mayor of a prosperous town and a loving adoptive father - violating his parole in the process. The relentless Inspector Javert, who makes a decent life for Valjean impossible, consequently pursues him. Only years later, after Valjean proves his mettle during a bloody student uprising and saves the life of a young man hopelessly in love with Valjean's adopted daughter, does the ex-convict finally feel fully redeemed.

Originally adapted from Victor Hugo's timeless novel, Les Miserables, School Edition introduces a new generation to the grand and inspirational story that has touched the hearts of millions. For, within Les Miserables lies the universal truth "To love another person is to see the face of God" and this message is sure to have a lasting impact on all involved in this production.

The show will be performed at The Orpheum Theater, Foxboro, Ma on Friday April 17th (a school show in the morning and a show in the evening), one show on Saturday April 18th in the evening and a matinee on Sunday 19th, 2009.

This July The Un-Common Theatre Co’s Young Adult performers will present the legendary cult show "Anyone Can Whistle". This wacky, intelligent, highly unconventional musical satire points ahead to Stephen Sondheim's groundbreaking work in the 1970s even as it keeps a foot firmly rooted in the musical theatre's golden age.

An absurdly funny fantasy by Stephen Sondheim & Arthur Laurents (“West Side Story” & “Gypsy”), "Anyone Can Whistle" tells the story of a corrupt mayoress (originally played by Angela Lansbury) who fakes a miracle to revitalize her bankrupt town (through the resulting pilgrim trade) and the ill-fated romance between the rational nurse out to expose the fraud and the easy going doctor determined to enjoy the chaos it brings. In the end, the show delivers a poignant message about the importance of the individual in a conformist society but not before aiming its still-relevant barbs at government, religion, science and anything else that stands in its way! With its circus-like atmosphere, “Anyone Can Whistle” features a dazzling, melodic Broadway-style score which overflows with the youthful energy of experimentation, consisting of one showstopper after another.

The production is directed by the Moss Hart award winning Christa Crewdson of Belmont, MA. Ms. Crewdson’s Un-Common career includes direction of over 30 plays including the acclaimed productions of “Les Miserables – School Edition”, “Sweeney Todd” and “Rent”. Ms. Crewdson has taught theatre for the past 16 years including 5 years at the Qualters Middle School in Mansfield and 5 years at Boston Latin where she also serves as Theatre Company Director.

Linda Barbieri of Attleboro, Ma (Music Direction) and Chris Charig of Arlington, Ma (Orchestra Direction) lend their musical expertise to the intricate score.

The talented performers who make up the cast are:

From Boston, Ma: Ellie Brigida (Dr. Detmold)
From Canton, Ma: Matthew Timmons (Comptroller Schub)
From Dorchester, Ma: Tien Tran (George & Ensemble)
From East Boston, Ma: Billy Thompson (J. Bowden Hapgood)
From Foxboro, Ma: Shannon Ballou (Mrs. Schroeder), Jeff Dietzel (John & Ensemble)
From Hyde Park, Ma: Hayley Johnson (Ensemble)
From Mansfield, Ma: Johnny Fullerton (Chief of Police Magruder), LloydHewitt (Ensemble), Rachel Johnston (Ensemble), Brittany Robertson (Fay Apple), Emily Ruddy (Baby Joan Schroeder
From Middleboro, Ma: Sarra Forti (Ensemble)
From North Attleboro, Ma: Bridget Moriarty (Dr. Jane Osgood & Ensemble)
From North Easton, Ma: Gina Doherty (Ensemble)
From Norton, Ma: Alex Cronin (Ensemble)
From Norwood, Ma: Matthew Hawley (Treasurer Cooley)
From Rumford, R.I.: Elise Pratt (Cora Hoover Hooper)
From Sharon, Ma: Ariel Galford (Ensemble), Elyse Lewis (Ensemble)
From Cranston R.I.: Brittney Santoro (June & Ensemble)

This multi media event will be performed at The Orpheum Theatre in Foxboro, Ma Thursday July 16th through Saturday July 18th at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday July 19th at 2:00 p.m. Tickets may be purchased by calling Brown Paper Tickets 24/7 at (800) 838-3006 or thru the Web at www.BrownPaperTickets.com:

Advance Ticket Prices are Adult - $18.00, Senior/Student $13.00. Door ticket prices will be Adult - $20 and Senior/Student $15. For information on Handicapped and Un-Common Member tickets please call The Un-Common Theatre Co. at
(508)698-3098,

The Un-Common Theatre Co. is currently in its 29th season of providing a safe, exciting and creative place for children and adolescents to develop life skills through exposure to the professional theatrical experience.