May 2–18, 2025 @ Knoxville Children's Theatre
Knoxville Children’s Theatre, in partnership with the Clayton Foundation, presents a live production of "Twelve Dancing Princesses." The play isperformed from May 2 through May 18, with showtimes on Thursdays and Fridays at 7 p.m., Saturdays at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m., and Sundays at 3 p.m. The production taked place in their new location at 747 World’s Fair Park.
Once upon a time, a king had 12 beautiful daughters who danced in secret every night.The king is mystified by their secret, and issues a challenge to the men of his kingdom – find out what his daughters are up to. Of course, one good-hearted young man succeeds – but at what cost?
The production features 17 young actors, ages 9 to 15. The cast includes KCT veterans Kira Bellamy, Maggie Ingle, Brooklyn Rudacilleand Connor Watters playing Woman, Ashley, Jessiand Michael respectively. Additional KCT veterans, Rosalie Linnabary and Emily Rowe, are playing Holly and Morgan. Joining them onstage is Lara Qing-Bodiya as Shannon, Lola Longmire as Chelsea, Annabelle Nance as Lily, Maggie Howard as Sarah, Desmond Gondo as King, Amelia Carroll as Lucy, RJ Bumpus as Servantand Laila Brown as Nicole. Making their KCT debuts in this production are Maggie Mae Anderson as Lindsay, Juliana Bryan as Jilland Harper Knight as Servant.
The play is directed by experienced KCT guest director, Chris Freeman. The scenic design is led by Amelia Bumpus and assisted by Tagen Stanley and Natalie Graves. Jesse Watson serves as the costume designer and is assisted by Maggie Foster-Tobin, Harper Monday, and Scarlett Cooper. The props are designed by Luna Chavez who is assisted by Elijah Monday. Anthony Canales serves as the lighting designer. The play is stage managed by Leeland Robbins and assistant stage managed by Teagan Allen.
Category: Theatre, Youth and Family