Musical Theatre of Anthem Presents To Kill A Mockingbird  

Anthem, Ariz.  October 3, 2016 – Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) announces their upcoming production of To Kill A Mockingbird, an American masterpiece by author, Harper Lee, about the power of childhood innocence, morality, and love. It's 1935, and racial tensions are high in Maycomb, Alabama. Nonetheless, young Jean Louise Finch - or Scout, as she is fondly called - manages to live a rather carefree, privileged existence, insulated from issues of race. All that changes when Scout watches her father, Atticus Finch, defend an innocent man, Tom Robinson, against a potential death sentence, which looms threateningly against him because of prejudice due to race. Scout begins to realize that just because society portrays something as being true doesn't mean that it actually is fact. With the help of Atticus and her older brother, Jem, Scout learns that "growing up" often means doing what is right, even when it comes at great cost. Defined by Harper Lee as a simple love story.  

The talented cast, comprised of award winners and nominees ages 13-adult, presents the show November 10-13 in Anthem. The award-winning production staff includes Director Lara O’Meara and Stage Manager Jessica Kishbaugh. 

Performances take place Thursday – Sunday, November 10 –13 at Musical Theatre of Anthem, 42323 N. Vision Way, Anthem, AZ  85086.  Times vary, see website for details. Tickets may be purchased online at www.musicaltheatreofanthem.org.  Adult tickets are $19; Students, Seniors and Children 12 and under are $16.  

To Kill a Mockingbird is presented through special arrangement with Dramatic Publishing, 311 Washington Street, Woodstock, Illinois 60098.  

About MTA

Musical Theatre of Anthem (MTA) is an award-winning, non-profit theater company located in Anthem, Arizona.  The mission of MTA is to develop youth and adults within the field of performing arts while enhancing their intrinsic creativity and brokering their vast talents.  MTA trains and educates youth so that they can become the artists, patrons, and leaders of tomorrow while providing opportunities to adults that empower them and foster their creativity.  MTA’s principles include casting all who audition in select productions, presenting high quality shows that everyone can enjoy, and providing a positive environment where performers can practice teamwork and communication skills while experiencing the pride of accomplishment.