THE HOUSE ON WATCH HILL ANNOUNCES EXTENSION AT VEGAS THEATRE COMPANY IN DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS
The House on Watch Hill, a new musical from the writers of the Tony Award-winning Bandstand, tells the coming-of-age story of a gang of horror-obsessed teens who, in the summer of 1984, are determined to build the greatest haunted house ever seen.
Additional performances added throughout November 2024
Due to the overwhelming response, Vegas Theatre Company is proud to announce the extension of The House on Watch Hill, a new musical from the writers of the Tony Award-winning Bandstand, Richard Oberacker, and Robert Taylor. The coming-of-age story of a gang of misfit teens who, in the summer of 1984, are determined to build the greatest haunted house the neighborhood has ever seen, The House on Watch Hill has added performances throughout November 2024.
Written by Richard Oberacker and Robert Taylor, the team behind the Tony Award-winning Bandstand, and directed by Vegas Theatre Company’s Artistic Director, Daz Weller, The House on Watch Hill takes audiences on an adventure fit for The Goonies, as they navigate the highs and lows of a summer that would change everything. Featuring a dynamic live band and an electrifying 1980s-inspired score, The House on Watch Hill takes audiences back to an era with an iconic blend of teen hijinks, comedy, and raw heartache.
Meet Patrick, a horror-obsessed 14-year-old in the summer of 1984, determined to build the greatest neighborhood Haunted House in the history of forever. Joined by his misfit friends, who’d rather be anywhere but home, they embark on a quest to craft a spine-chilling spectacle over the course of a summer that would change their lives. With big dreams and little adult supervision, summer crushes and wild imaginations, what could possibly stand in their way?
The House on Watch Hill performance dates include:
- Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 7 p.m.
- Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 2 p.m.
- Sunday, November 3, 2024 at 5 p.m.
- Friday, November 8, 2024 at 7 p.m.
- Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2 p.m.
- Sunday, November 10, 2024 at 5 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 7 p.m.
- Friday, November 15, 2024 at 7 p.m.
- Sunday, November 17, 2024 at 5 p.m.
Starring an exceptional cast of young performers, led by Luke Martin, Sean Driscoll, Rashida Makeda, Madison Morseburg, Nick Katopodis, Ashley Grubbs, and Adrian Madamba, and joined by the accomplished Christine Hudman and Jason Collins as the Adults in the Room, The House on Watch Hill is a thrilling story of friendship, fear, and the challenges of growing up.
Tickets for The House On Watch Hill are $28 plus applicable fees for students and 44.99 plus applicable fees for adults. Groups discounts are available for groups of eight or more. All tickets are general admission. For more information or to purchase tickets for The House On Watch Hill, please visit please visit theatre.vegas. All performances to be held at the renowned Vegas Theatre Company at 1025 S. 1st St. #110, Las Vegas, NV 89101, in the Vegas Arts District in Downtown Las Vegas.
About Richard Oberacker and Robert Taylor
Richard Oberacker (music, book & lyrics) and Robert Taylor (book & lyrics) collaborated on the Broadway musical Bandstand, which won director/choreographer Andy Blankenbeulher (Hamilton) his third TONY Award for Best Choreography. Bandstand launched a national tour and the original Broadway production was filmed for release in cinemas nationwide and multiple streaming platforms. Their new musical Bruce, based on the behind-the-scenes mayhem of the filming of Jaws, recently premiered at the Seattle Repertory Theater while another new musical, Angel of Arkansas is in development with five-time TONY winning director/choreographer Susan Stroman. Oberacker & Taylor’s darkly comic musical The Sandman enjoyed a wildly successful American premiere at the Majestic Repertory Theatre after its European premiere in Denmark’s Fredericia Theatre. Other original musicals include Ace at the Old Globe Theater and the Signature Theater, Journey to the West at the New York Musical Theater Festival and The Parenting Project at The Ensemble Theater of Cincinnati. Additionally, they are collaborating on the new musical Lost In Love for The Nederlander Studios in the UK. In Las Vegas, Mr. Oberacker serves as the conductor for Cirque du Soleil’s “KA”, while Mr. Taylor plays violin in the orchestra of the Adele concert residency at Caesar’s Palace. Members of the Dramatists Guild, Oberacker & Taylor’s work is licensed by Concord Theatricals and they are represented by the Gersh Agency.
About Vegas Theatre Company
Vegas Theatre Company is one of Las Vegas’ most distinguished and beloved theatre companies. Founded in 2002 by five UNLV theatre graduates, VTC is at the forefront of Las Vegas theatre, regularly receiving “Best of the City” and Valley Theatre Awards in recognition of its work. VTC has proven itself an incubator for some of the most vibrant voices Las Vegas has nurtured and is Nevada’s home for compelling theatrical productions that illuminate our shared human experience, awaken our sensibilities about our world, and develop our art form and artists. We tell stories that bring us together. Located at 1025 S. 1st St. #110, Las Vegas, NV 89101, in the Vegas Arts District in Downtown Las Vegas. For more information, please visit theatre.vegas.