Musical Theatre of Anthem Presents Our Town  

Anthem, Ariz.  August 13, 2012 – Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) opens their fifth season with the straight play, Our Town, presented by an award-winning cast of youth and adults, September 20 – 23 in Anthem.  Described by playwright Edward Albee as “…the greatest American play ever written,” Our Town follows the small town of Grover’s Corners through three acts: “Daily Life”, “Love and Marriage”, and “Death and Eternity.”  

Narrated by a stage manager and performed with minimal props and sets, audiences follow the Webb and Gibbs families as their children fall in love, marry, and eventually in one of the most famous scenes in American theatre die. Thornton Wilder's final word on how he wanted his play performed is an invaluable addition to the American stage and to the libraries of theatre lovers internationally.  

Our Town is directed by Zoni-nominee and National Youth Arts Award-winner Laura O’Meara.  Performances take place on September 20, 21, 22 at 7:00 p.m. and September 22 and 23 at 3:00 p.m. at MTA’s new theatre performance space at 42323 N. Vision Way, Bldg. 2, Anthem, AZ  85086.  Tickets may be purchased online at www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org.  Adult tickets are $18 and Students, Seniors and Children 12 and under are $15.  

About MTA

Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) is an award-winning, non-profit theater company located in Anthem, Arizona.  The mission of MTA is to develop youth and adults within the field of performing arts while enhancing their intrinsic creativity and brokering their vast talents.  MTA trains and educates youth so that they can become the artists, patrons, and leaders of tomorrow while providing opportunities to adults that empower them and foster their creativity.  MTA’s principles include casting all who audition in select productions, presenting high quality shows that everyone can enjoy, and providing a positive environment where performers can practice teamwork and communication skills while experiencing the pride of accomplishment.