(New York, NY)— TRUE NORTH: A MAGICAL NEW HOLIDAY MUSICAL will have an invitation-only industry reading on Monday, October 23 in New York City. With book, lyrics, and music by Holly Reed, music by Kelvin Reed, and directed by Richard H. Blake, this insightful new holiday musical tells the heartwarming story of a family who overcomes challenges to rediscover joy and an unwavering hope in the magic of Christmas.
In TRUE NORTH, a widowed father is deployed on a top-secret, military mission just weeks before Christmas, and his young son embarks on an unexpected quest to bring his dad—and Christmas—home. With a wish, a letter, and some unique seasonal help, the family discovers what just an ounce of belief can do.
“Our goal with True North was to combine the joy and nostalgia of the holidays with a deeper story that will resound with audiences of all ages,” said Holly Reed and Kelvin Reed.
“In TRUE NORTH, each member of the Patterson family discovers a resourcefulness and resilience they didn’t know they had. They each learn that our gifts—and our challenges—are not meant to be borne alone. We’re stronger and more beautiful together than apart.”
Holly Reed, Writer
The True North industry reading features Paolo Montalban, Michael Deaner, Salena Qureshi, Charlie Franklin, Amanda Jane Cooper, Major Attaway, Mike Backes; John Edwards, Paige Faure, and Cherry Torres.
“I feel very lucky to be a part of this show. Telling this story is so important because it shows how a real family, dealing with real struggles, can overcome hardships with love, understanding, inner strength, and a little holiday magic. I truly believe this timeless story will become a staple in the canon of great holiday musicals.”
Richard H. Blake, Director
For information on how to be part of the future of True North, please contact us here.
