Once Upon a Mattress
February 26 – March 13, 2027
Once Upon A Mattress is a wonderfully wacky, hilarious musical adaptation of The Princess and the Pea, filled with laughs, big personalities, and plenty of fun!
The kingdom is an unhappy one. King Sextimus has been struck dumb by a witch’s curse and is condemned not to speak again until “the mouse devours the hawk!” Queen Agravian has assumed power and she talks enough for the whole Royal household. She has decreed that no one in the Kingdom may wed until Prince Dauntless is married to a true princess of Royal blood. And she is in no hurry to part with her darling boy!
The Knights and Ladies of the Court are most distressed by the situation but the most concerned are Lady Larken and her beloved Sir Harry. Determined to find a true princess, Sir Harry sets off for unexplored parts and returns with Princess Winnifred.
Winnifred the Woebegone is just a simple swamp princess looking to win the heart of Prince Dauntless. But can she pass the impossible test Queen Aggravain has in store for her?
Content Advisory: This performance is suitable for general audiences.
To help ensure an enjoyable experience for all, we kindly encourage guests to consider attending fragrance-free in support of those with allergies and sensitivities.
About the Newport Performing Arts Center
The PAC hosts live and screened entertainment, community gatherings, private events, and more. It is home to a group of nonprofit Resident Artist Teams (i.e. the PAC RATs) and managed by Oregon Coast Council for the Arts.