December 1st - December 30th
Saturdays @ 1:00 p.m. Sundays @ 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.

"The Snow Maiden" tells the story of Snyegurochka, the beautiful daughter of Father Frost and Faerie Spring. Snyegurochka, Russian for Snowmaiden, discovers that she is not able to love, for if she does, it would melt her heart. With the help of new friends, who share their love during this joyous time of year, she decides to take a chance to change her heart. Original music as well as familiar holiday favorites are incorporated in the show, proving that no matter what is sung, as long as it comes from the heart, it celebrates the true meaning of the season.
Bruce Merrill, Vital’s Director of Children's Theatre, has directed productions of Rikki Tikki Tavi, Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County, The Selfish Giant, Aesop's Fables and The Swineherd for Vital. Other NY directing credits include: Musical Comedy Murders of 1940; January 1, 1973; before the war; and Betrayals.

Featured in the cast are Sonia Tatninov, Shay Asari, Angela Trimbur, Sharon Edrei and Bill Corry. Staci Shember provides costumes and scenic design. Jennifer Moody is the stage manager.

VITAL CHILDREN’S THEATRE COMPANY has received high acclaim from audiences as well as critics, for being “a wonderful place for parents to introduce their kids to the glories of live theatre, done well and at modest prices.” Now in its third year, the company is dedicated to producing entertaining and educational theatre for young audiences. To date, the company has presented nine original productions for children, including The Selfish Giant and Aesop’s Fables. Dragon Rain marks the first of the 2001/2002 season with will also include The Last of the Dragons, The Ransom of Red Chief and Dragons, Trolls and Other Ugly Things.