On March 23 at 3 p.m., the Clark State Performing Arts Center will present “Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock, Back to the Rock Live.”
Join Red, Gobo, Mokey, Wembley, Boober and characters from the television series “Fraggle Rock” on an interactive, musical adventure as they discover the legend of the Celebration Stone - an ancient Fraggle treasure that has the power to bring everyone together for the greatest party of all time, but was shattered and lost generations ago. As the Fraggles set off on an journey exploring new caves within Fraggle Rock and beyond, they discover magic that they never knew existed, and learn to work together to unite the lost pieces of the magical artifact. Audiences will join the journey to learn if the Fraggles succeed in their quest to bring the Celebration Stone back to Fraggle Rock and if they find something even more memorable and heartfelt at the same time.
“Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock Live” is written, directed and choreographed by Broadway’s John Tartaglia who acted and was a puppeteer in “Avenue Q,” “Shrek the Musical” and Stephen Schwartz’s “The Secret Silk.”
“‘Fraggle Rock’ is a world of silliness, hope, optimism, kindness and above all, fun! As a lifelong fan, I have loved creating this new stage show for families to experience the joy of Fraggle Rock,” said Tartaglia. “I’ve also enjoyed adding special moments that dedicated fans will love. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to Fraggle Rock!”
Featuring new walk-around versions of the Fraggles, puppet sized and mechanized Doozers, an appearance from the giant Gorgs and exclusive new puppet creatures from the acclaimed Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, along with fan-favorite songs and innovative visual effects, this musical stage adventure will welcome audiences into the incredible world of the iconic and beloved Fraggle Rock in a whole new way!
Based on the Emmy-winning Apple TV+ original series “Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock,” the interactive musical stage production includes new and classic Fraggle songs, immersive effects, and all the magic to make this an unforgettable theater experience perfect for families with young first-time theater goers, and for Fraggle Rock fans who remain young at heart.
Tickets can be purchased at https://pac.clarkstate.edu or by calling the Ticket Office at 937-328-3874. The Clark State Performing Arts Center is located at 300 S. Fountain Ave. in Springfield.