Overlake School presents ‘Children of Eden’ March 2-3

The Overlake School will present its all-school musical, "Children of Eden," on March 2 at 7:30 p.m. and March 3 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in the Fulton Performing Arts Center, located at 20301 NE 108th St. in Redmond.

February 14, 2012 6:20 pm
The Overlake School will present 'Children of Eden' on March 2 and 3. The musical tells a story about human nature
The Overlake School will present 'Children of Eden' on March 2 and 3. The musical tells a story about human nature

The Overlake School will present its all-school musical, “Children of Eden,” on March 2 at 7:30 p.m. and March 3 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. in the Fulton Performing Arts Center, located at 20301 NE 108th St. in Redmond.

With music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz of “Wicked,” “Godspell” and “Pippin” fame, the book by John Caird is loosely based on the first nine chapters of “Genesis.”

The musical tells a story about human nature, love, families and the relationship between parents and children.

The production involves 60 student singers and dancers in fifth through 12th grades. In preparation, students explored creation myths and flood stories from many world cultures and those traditions inspired the show’s costumes and choreography.

For tickets and more information, visit www.overlakearts.com.

Founded in 1967, The Overlake School is an independent, coeducational, secular school providing 530 students in fifth through 12th grades with a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, and vibrant arts, sports and outdoor education programs. For more information, visit www.overlake.org or call (425) 868-1000.