Book by Bridget Carpenter, Music by Tom Kitt, Lyrics by Brian Yorkey. Based on the novel Freaky Friday by Mary Rodgers and the Disney films.
Based on the beloved novel and hit Disney films, Freaky Friday is a heartfelt, comedic, and unexpectedly emotional update on an American classic. The day before her wedding a mother accidentally switches bodies with her high-school daughter. They both say “I’ve got this”, but can they really live each other’s lives? By spending a day in each other’s shoes, Katherine and Ellie come to appreciate one another’s struggles, learn self-acceptance, and realize the immeasurable love and mutual respect that bond a mother and daughter.
Ticket prices for all mainstage performances are $24 per patron. Weekly curtain times: 8 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and-Saturday at 8 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Saturday and 6 p.m. Sunday. There will be no productions on Thursday evenings. To reserve tickets before the box office opens June 17, email ticket requests to: boxoffice@okobojisummertheatre.org or purchase full-price tickets online at Eventbrite.com around February 14. Beginning June 19, the Box Office window and phone lines will be open for ticketing purchases. Hours may vary. Follow up on Facebook and Instagram for updates.
Owned and operated by Stephens College, the Okoboji Summer Theatre has been a proud member of the Spirit Lake community since 1958. The College prepares students to become leaders and innovators in a rapidly changing world. With a focus on experiential learning, performing and networking, the Conservatory for the Performing Arts at Stephens College prepares performers and creatives to succeed in the highly competitive world of theatre, television and film. www.stephens.edu/conservatory