The Land of Forgotten Toys: A Christmas Musical

A Pied Piper Theatre Intensive

Music and Lyrics by Dylan MarcAurele

Book and Lyrics by Jennifer Enchin and Jaclyn Enchin

Additional lyrics by Mike Ross

Story and Characters by Larry Little

The Land of Forgotten Toys follows Grace, a brilliant young woman with big dreams and a passion for astronomy, who is stuck at a dead-end job at a toy store three days before Christmas. When she is transported to the Land of Forgotten Toys, everything changes. Christmas is in trouble—and it’s up to Grace and her rag-tag crew of forgotten and broken toys to save it!

Directed by: Vince Worthington

Music Direction: Shelby Mejia

Stage Manager: Jules Gedney

Rehearsals: Tuesdays and Thursdays starting October 14th from 5:30-7:30pm at Baldwin Elementary School

NO REHEARSALS ON 11/25 or 11/27 FOR THANKSGIVING BREAK

Tech Week Rehearsals: Monday, December 8-Wednesday, December 10 from 5:30-7:30 pm at the ARTfactory

Performances: Thursday, December 11, Friday, December 12 and Saturday, December 13 at 7pm; Saturday, December 13 and Sunday, December 14 at 2 pm at the ARTfactory

Every actor who registers will have a part in the show. Auditions will be held the first class to decide parts. Attendance is an important part of putting together a successful show. All young actors are required to attend all tech rehearsals and performances. 

Cast of Characters

Grace, 17 years old, bright, committed, driven. Loves Astronomy but is stuck in a dead-end job at SheTOYgan. (A3-D#5, belter)

Nikki, 19 years old, loves Christmas, and works with Grace at SheTOYgan. A ray of sunshine personified. (A3-E5, belter or mix)Schmedrick, an awkward, anxious, and scatterbrained elf. Dreams of being a repairman. (D3-G4)

Charlotte/Charlotta:

Charlotte, Grace’s aunt, begrudgingly runs SheTOYgan, but dreams of giving it up for a “real career.” (G#3-B4)

Charlotta, Santa’s younger sister. Devious, cunning, and ready to make a profit on Christmas.

Santa (and Customer, Icicle Giant, Dad), Jolly Ole Saint Nicholas himself.Elf 1 (and Customer), Charlotta’s scheming henchmen.

Elf 2 (and Customer), Charlotta’s scheming henchmen.

Queen of The Northern Sky (and Customer, Mom), human embodiment of the constellation Cassiopeia. Rules over The Land of Forgotten Toys.

Karaoke (and Customer), female. Lives to inspire with music, has a lot of charisma. (Db4-Db5, belter)

Fun Oven Supreme (and Customer), female.

Northern-mother type. (Bb3-Db5)

Barbara (and Customer) female. Classic looking Barbie Doll with a tough contemporary edge. (A3-Db5, gentle mix)

Trivia (and Customer), male. A bit of a know-it-all. (C3-D4; if a tenor, higher harmonies in ensemble moments)

Game Dude (and Customer) male. Fun, party-time jock, lives for the thrill. (C4-A4 if child actor with unchanged voice; if a tenor, higher harmonies and alternate solo notes provided)

Taxi Cab (and Customer), male. Smart, and a bit sassy.

Customers, various ages, frantically trying to nab the best gift three days before Christmas at SheTOYgan.

In the scene study class, actors will take specific scenes from movies, television, or plays and apply exercises and techniques to create believable characters and performances. Actors will work with the instructor to build on foundational skills and receive feedback to improve their craft.  The class will conclude with a mini presentation of scenes and/or monologues for friends and family on the last day of class. 

Ages: 8-14

Mondays 5:30-7pm

Instructor: Shelby Mejia

Tuition:  $114  Script Fee: $5

In the scene study class, actors will take specific scenes from movies, television, or plays and apply exercises and techniques to create believable characters and performances. Actors will work with the instructor to build on foundational skills and receive feedback to improve their craft.  The class will conclude with a mini presentation of scenes and/or monologues for friends and family on the last day of class. 

Ages 13-18

Wednesdays 5:30-7pm

Instructor: Shelby Mejia

Tuition:  $114  Script Fee: $5

This class is designed for younger students ages 5-8 to begin to learn the fundamentals of acting such as storytelling, creative movement, vocalization, and confidence in front of a group.

The goal of this class is for students to learn these skills in a way that is fun and enjoyable, while also creating a safe environment for students to feel like they can explore. In order to accomplish this, the class is designed with emphasis on different activities and games as opposed to a singular performance.

We will utilize familiar and classic children’s stories, such as Peter Rabbit, The Rainbow Fish, The Three Little Pigs, etc. to build on these skills. Using known stories allows the children to learn how to be creative while still offering a framework for them to follow. For example, if the story we were looking at that day was The Three Little Pigs, we might explore how to act as a pig vs wolf by changing how we move and use our voices, talk about breath support by “blowing down the houses”, and of course act out the story using all of those elements.

In addition to stories we will also play games that encourage creativity and teamwork.  These help students grow an awareness of different ways they can move their bodies, as well as strengthens their listening skills. By the end of the class your youngster is guaranteed to have a new appreciation for theatre, and will be ready for more!

Mondays 4:30-5:30

January 5th - February 2nd

THERE WILL BE NO CLASS ON 1/19 DUE TO MLK JR. DAY!!

Class Fee: $76

In this class, students will bring their acting and improv skills to the next level with a new devised work!

Students will work on the Viewpoints technique and create stories based on their own lived experiences. This class will work on movement through storytelling, improvisation, and ensemble work.

This class is a great fit for actors wanting to grow to the next level, or storytelling wanting to dip in to the world of acting.

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS CLASS MEETS AT THE CITY OF MANASSAS COMMUNITY CENTER!!

Mondays 5:30-7 pm

January 5th - February 16th

THERE WILL BE NO CLASS 1/19 DUE TO MLK JR. DAY!!

Class Fee: $171

 Ages 13-18

Step into the spotlight and discover the magic of musical theatre!

In this engaging class, students will explore the three pillars of the stage—singing, acting, and dancing—through fun exercises, group numbers, and age-appropriate scenes from popular musicals. Young performers will build confidence, strengthen their stage presence, and develop foundational performance skills while working collaboratively with their peers.

Perfect for aspiring triple threats, this class encourages creativity, teamwork, and a love for the stage!

THIS CLASS WILL MEET AT BALDWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN THE ACTIVITY ROOM!!

Tuesdays 5:30-7pm

January 6th - January 30th

Tuition: $114

In the scene study class, actors will take specific scenes from movies, television, or plays and apply exercises and techniques to create believable characters and performances.

Actors will work with the instructor to build on foundational skills and receive feedback to improve their craft.  The class will conclude with a mini presentation of scenes and/or monologues for friends and family on the last day of class. 

This class will meet in the Activity Room at Baldwin Elementary School except for the last class, which will be in the Wind River Theatre at the ARTfactory.

Wednesdays 5:30-7 pm

January 7th - January 28th

Tuition:  $114 

Do you have a little that loves to live large? Come out to our brand new theatre class for kids ages 3-5!

Students will bring beloved storybooks to life through imagination and acting exploration under the fun and expert guidance of EJ Fultz. This is an introductory class, with a new story each week, so every class is guaranteed to be a fun time. Students will grow in their excitement for theatre and reading!

Parents are encouraged to attend the class with their young ones.

Ages 3-5

Fridays 10-11 am

January 9th - January 30th

Class Fee: $76      Supplies Fee: $5