The Secret Garden
Sadness and wonder fill the air as young orphan Mary Lennox arrives at her uncle's Yorkshire estate. The eerie moors, silent servants, and cold uncle do not welcome her. But Mary finds a hidden key to a once-beautiful garden and makes it her secret sanctuary. Yet, there is another mystery inside the manor that only her brave determination can solve.
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Creators
Frances Hodgson Burnett, author
Thomas W. Olson, playwright
Details
54 pgs. 9 roles plus potential ensemble
Originally produced in CTC’s 1988-1989 season
Run Time: 60-75 minutes plus optional intermission (Can be cut for competition)
Audience Recommendation: 8+
“Thomas Olson’s adaptation of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s familiar post-Victorian novel is a respectful one that effectively makes the point that love can erase the darkest experiences and memories.” – Minneapolis Star Tribune