The Sharon Playhouse YouthStage is presenting an original adaptation of “Peter Pan” by directors Andrus Nichols and Drew Ledbetter, set to open Dec. 17. The show will take place in the Bok Theater at the Sharon Playhouse and close Dec. 21.
This is the world premiere of this adaptation of “Peter Pan,” which entered the public domain in 2024. Nichols and Ledbetter are returning for their third year with Sharon Playhouse Youth after directing “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” in 2023 and “A Christmas Carol” in 2024. This is their first original adaptation with the Playhouse.
“The YouthStage is a great place to bring new work,” said Education and Community Director Michael Baldwin. He said the production is part of an effort to bring original material to local youth who hope to pursue theater in the future. Baldwin also said the production is an opportunity for collaborative theater between the Playhouse team and the youth performers. Rehearsals began in October, allowing time to shape the show as a collaborative whole.
The main cast consists of Ivan Howe as Peter Pan, Wild Handel as Wendy, Callan Scott as John, Philippa Cavalier as Michael, and Alex Wilbur as Hook. The ensemble includes Lyra Wilder as Slightly, Gilvey Barnett-Zunino as Tootles, Kate Drury as Nibs, Wolf Donner as Curly, Kellan Lockton as First Twin, Samuel Norbet as Second Twin, Sienna Rose Lyons as Skylights and Lily Starr, Richie Crane as Nana and Smee, Mollie Leonard as Cecco, Bill Jukes, Cookson, and Catastrophe June, and C.C. Stevenson as Starky and Noodler. These 15 cast members also serve as crew and were chosen through a competitive audition process.
“Peter Pan” will be the final show at the Playhouse this year. “On Wednesday, Jan. 14, we will unveil the MainStage and YouthStage titles for the Sharon Playhouse 2026 season. Be sure to check our digital channels for the exciting reveals,” Baldwin said. Registration for Summer YouthStage productions will be open from Jan. 27 to Feb. 5, 2026, and classes will be available at the Playhouse in January for people of all ages.
“The Sharon Playhouse is a real gem in our community, and I hope community members will attend as many shows as they can, take as many classes as they can, and support the Playhouse so it can thrive for years to come,” Baldwin said.
For more information about “Peter Pan” and next year at the Sharon Playhouse, visit sharonplayhouse.org.
This article has been updated to correct the name of co-director/co-adapter Drew Ledbetter and cast roles.
