LVHS presents Once Upon a Mattress

Loudoun Valley High School presents the musical Once Upon a Mattress, based on the classic fairy tale The Princess and The Pea. What distinguishes this musical is its comedic energy.

The childish Prince Dauntless brings a warm and whimsical air to the show. Dauntless faces the “daunting” challenge of finding a bride. Only, this task wouldn’t be so formidable if it weren’t for the obtrusive Queen Aggravain.

The Queen is fixated on finding a bonafide princess for her son to marry. Every princess that’s asked for the prince’s hand in marriage though, has been deemed unworthy by the queen, regardless of Dauntless’ opinion.

Adding mischief to the mix, the Minstrel, the Jester, and the King, act as comedic reliefs, employing physical comedy and exaggerated characterizations to play out humorous tropes throughout the musical. Dauntless thinks he finally has found his perfect match in the fearless and unflappable Princess Winnifred – but will the Queen approve?

There are four show dates for Once Upon a Mattress: April 12 at 7 p.m., April 13 at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m., and April 14 at 1 p.m. Once Upon a Mattress is a one-of-a-kind show with large dance numbers and plenty of comedy throughout. Don’t sleep on Once Upon a Mattress, it’s a dream come true. Tickets available at https://loudounvhs.booktix.com/. LCPS Students are free.