June 30, 2025

 

‘James and the Giant Peach’ to enhance Peach Week at ‘The Peach’

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Musical to add to historic downtown Weatherford’s run-up to Peach Festival

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Weatherford, TX  — Second Star Theatre Co. is taking Weatherford’s Peach Week to a whole new level with a weeklong run of the musical “James and the Giant Peach” July 7-10 and Saturday, July 12, during the Parker County Peach Festival at “The Peach,” a venue in downtown Weatherford.

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Peach Week, held in the days leading up to the second Saturday in July, transforms Weatherford into a peach-themed destination filled with local specials, community events, and a festive flair. The celebration reaches its peak at the Parker County Peach Festival, a beloved tradition now entering its 40th year in 2025, drawing thousands to historic downtown Weatherford for a day of food, fun, and family-friendly entertainment.

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Second Star Theatre Co. is proud to be part of this milestone year. The company’s production of “James and the Giant Peach” will feature local performers of all ages. Known for its dedication to community culture and arts education, Second Star creates high-quality theatrical experiences that highlight young talent and bring classic stories to life.

“Our mission is to support the next generation of artists while enriching the cultural life of Weatherford,” said Elizabeth Baker, Second Star artistic director. “We’re thrilled to bring this imaginative show to the stage during such a vibrant time in our city.”

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In addition to entertaining audiences, Second Star aims to be a vital part of Weatherford’s economic and artistic growth by utilizing local venues, collaborating with small businesses and engaging the broader community through the arts.

James and the Giant Peach, a musical for the whole family to enjoy, will run throughout Peach Week with multiple performances: Monday through Thursday nights, July 7-10 at 7:30 p.m. each evening, and a triple feature on Saturday, July 12 during the Peach Festival at 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

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To purchase tickets and for more information, go to secondstartheatre.org.

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“Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach” is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI) with book by Timothy Allen McDonald, music and lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, based on the book “James and the Giant Peach” by Roald Dahl.