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

Thursdays 5:30-7pm

Instructor: Shelby Mejia

Tuition:  $114  Script Fee: $5

Do you love creating comics, cartoons, and anime sketches?  Improve your character illustration skills and personal style. We will look at Eastern and Western comics, and then use hand drawing techniques to illustrate a page, just like the professionals!   Supplies provided. 

For ages 8-14.

Instructor: Lydia Bratton

Tuition: $152  Supply Fee: $5  

This class will support the improvement of fundamental drawing skills, while bringing students together for fun and creativity.  This session will focus on elements & principles of design as well as perspective. Come explore line, form, shading and texture using traditional art media.  Class may be taken multiple times through the year; lessons and subject matter will vary each session.  Media could include pencils, charcoal, colored pencils, pens, markers and pastels.  Supplies are provided via supply fee. 

For ages 8-14

Instructor: Lydia Bratton

Tuition: $152 Supply Fee: $5

Dive into the world of dimension, texture, and form in this hands-on 3D Art Exploration class!

Perfect for curious creators of all skill levels, this dynamic two-hour class invites students to experiment with a variety of sculptural materials and techniques—such as clay, papier-mâché, wire, cardboard, and mixed media. Each class offers a new project designed to spark imagination, build foundational skills, and encourage creative problem-solving in three-dimensional space. Come ready to build, shape, and bring your ideas to life!

For ages 8-14.

Instructor: Lydia Bratton

Tuition: $152  Supply Fee: $15