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Salem Christian: ‘Freaky Friday’

Things get “freaky” between a mother and daughter in “Freaky Friday the Musical,” 7 p.m. April 4, 5 and 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. April 6, auditorium, Salem Christian School, 8031 Salem Bible Church Road, Macungie.

An overworked mother and her teenage daughter discover they have magically swapped bodies the day before mom’s big wedding. They only have one day to find the magic hourglass to reverse the spell. They learn to appreciate what it’s like to be each other, fostering mutual respect. This ultimately strengthens the bond between mother and daughter.

“This new musical is full of big laughs and tender moments for the entire family,” says Yana Reinhard, director of the Salem production. Assistant director is Joan Reinhard. Music director is Jane Rivera. Orchestra director is Erin Koehler.

The musical, with book by Bridget Carpenter, music by Tom Kitt and lyrics by Brian Yorkey, is based on the novel “Freaky Friday” by Mary Rodgers and the 1976 and 2003 Disney film adaptations. There was no Broadway run.

“Just One Day,” “I Got This,” “Oh Biology” and “Go” are among the featured songs.

Tickets: salem.booktix.com

Salem Christian's “Freaky Friday the Musical” cast includes, from left, Rileigh Heffner (Katherine Blake), Alyssa Vella (Ellie Blake), Jonah Zeilinger (Adam, on April 5 and 7 p.m. April 6), Alex Bergey (Adam on April 4 and matinee April 6) and Micah Delp (Fletcher Blake). Copyright - &Copy; Ed Courrier