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Theatre at Southeastern presents 'Peter and the Starcatcher' November 13–15
By Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Nov 11, 2025
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Durant, Oklahoma -- Theatre at Southeastern Oklahoma State University will present Peter and the Starcatcher on November 13, 14, and 15 in the Visual and Performing Arts Center. The show will begin at 7 p.m. each night, with tickets available at the door or at www.SE.edu/VPAC

A prequel to Peter Pan, the play Peter and the Starcatcher by Rick Elice is based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson and tells the origin story of one of literature’s most beloved characters, Peter Pan.  With a cast of 17 actors portraying more than 100 unforgettable characters, the play uses imaginative staging, humor, and heart to explore how an orphan boy becomes the legendary Peter Pan.  

(L-R) Will Pope, Jake McWilliams, Max Hightower, Cru Nolan, Audrey Dorn, Hannah Huie, Centra Carter, Eden Lee, Taler Eggenberg, Jolie McWilliams, Zash Cardoza, Emma Burkhart, Zahira Asencio-Rivera, Mya Teran, Kenneth St. Clair, Keyshawn Leffall, Millie Henry

Winner of five Tony Awards, Peter and the Starcatcher is a fast-paced, family-friendly adventure filled with pirates, mermaids, shipwrecks, and magical “starstuff.”  

“This production celebrates the creativity and collaboration that theatre inspires,” said Ruby Quinn, director of the production. “It’s a joyful, high-energy story that invites audiences to rediscover the magic of imagination.” 

Cast members are Zahira Asencio-Rivera,Emma Burkhart, Zash Cardoza, Centra Carter, Audrey Dorn, Taler Eggenberg, Millie Henry, Max Hightower, Hannah Huie, Eden Lee, Keyshawn Leffall, Jake McWilliams, Jolie McWilliams, Cru Nolan, Will Pope, Kenneth St. Clair, and Mya Teran.

About Southeastern

Founded in 1909, Southeastern Oklahoma State University provides an environment of academic excellence that enables students to reach their highest potential. By having personal access to excellent teaching, challenging academic programs, and extracurricular experiences, students will develop skills and habits that promote values for career preparation, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Our over 6,000 students include 50% first-generation students and 28% students of Native American descent, with 82% receiving financial aid. Southeastern ranks amongst the most affordable schools in the region thanks to out-of-state tuition waivers and is proud of its exceptional affordable accredited MBA program, stellar aerospace and teacher education programs, and outstanding national ranking in graduating Native American students.