The Linden Community Theatre will be presenting a Broadway version of the popular 80s movie “Footloose” July 31st, August 1st, 7th, 8th at 7:30pm and 2nd and 9th at 2pm. The theatre is located on 18527 E Front Street in Linden, California.
One of the most explosive movie musicals in recent memory bursts onto the live stage with exhilarating results. When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, Ren is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn't prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town's youth that he cannot command in his own home. When the reverend's rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren's reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges is of a father longing for the son he lost and of a young man aching for the father who walked out on him. To the rockin' rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated top 40 score (the soundtrack album reached number one on the Billboard charts and has sold over 15 million copies!) and augmented with dynamic new songs for the stage musical, FOOTLOOSE celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people, guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind.
Many Linden students are involved in the show, and in the leading roles are Grant MacKay playing Ren; MacKenzie Hamilton playing Ariel, the Reverend’s daughter; Scott Minor playing the Reverend; and Annette Layman playing Ariel’s mother. Many others you will recognize in the show like Shawn Carrington, Christopher C.J. Martin, and more.
Rocky Rhoades is directing, Josh Landin is doing the music, and Gianna Niemi worked the choreography. It promises to be a great time for all! For tickets visit www.communitytheatreoflinden.com.