Elon's Department of Performing Arts presents "Children of Eden," Oct. 28-30 and Nov. 5-7. "Children of Eden" is freely based on the first eight chapters of the Book of Genesis and tells a joyous and inspirational story about love, rage, guilt and consequences. It also explores the relationships of parents and children and the intergenerational conflicts and family patterns that are passed on so easily from parent to child, from generation to generation.
Music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz, written by John Caird
Directed by Catherine McNeela; Choreography by Linda Sabo; Music direction by Nathanial Beversluis
McCrary Theatre, Thursday-Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m.
A joyous and inspirational musical about family and faith… not to mention centuries of unresolved conflict! “Children of Eden” is based on the Book of Genesis and tells the story of The Creation, Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel and Noah and the Flood. With a beautiful score, it’s a heartfelt and often humorous look at the pleasures and pains of parenting.
Admission: $12 or Elon ID. Tickets available October 7.