How many young men would trust their family cat to bring them riches, fame and the woman of their dreams?

Probably not many. But that is exactly what happens in the Storybook Musical Theatre musical adaptation of the Charles Perrault classic tale, "Puss 'n Boots," playing March 3 to March 16 at the Mitchell Performing Arts Center, 800 Tomlinson Road in Bryn Athyn, PA.

This original adaptation by Storybook's Artistic Director, Patricia Goldberg, with music and lyrics by composer, Jeff Reim is a fast-paced musical that demonstrates the importance of friendship and trust.

Tickets are $10.00 for children and $12.00 for adults, with group discounts available. For reservations or more information call: 215-659-8550.

"Puss 'n Boots" opens with three brothers dividing up their late father's estate. The older brothers get the land and the money, leaving the younger brother with only the family cat. Feeling he has gotten the short end of the deal, the younger brother is somewhat surprised to learn that not only can the cat talk, but it has the uncanny ability to create situations that improve its master's life. In a series of clever and humorous encounters with the King, the Princess, a farmer and a very unfriendly ogre, Puss shows its master that anything is possible when you trust a friend.

Storybook has gathered five talented, local, professional actors for their cast:

Deirde Finnegan, of Glenside, PA. plays the clever feline who makes everything possible. Finnegan was last seen several season's ago as the Fox in "Hansel and Gretel." Other Storybook credits include "The Dancing Princesses and "Cinderella." Regional credits: "Hello Again" at City Theatre Company, "Starting Here, Starting Now" at Hedgerow Theater, "Scrooge" at the Media Theater and "Carousel" at Upper Darby Performing Arts Center. In addition, She is a choreographer for a number of local theater companies.

Joe O'Brien is the youngest son who puts his trust in his friend Puss and gets more than a cat in the end. O'Brien, of Westville, N.J. is making his Storybook debut in "Puss 'n Boots." He has appeared at Six Flags Great Adventure, with the George St. Playhouse on an educational tour and with Luna Theare in "The Flip of it." In addition, he has been seen on "Guiding Light" and is a graduate of Rowan University.

Jason Michael, of Sinking Springs, PA. is the middle son and King. Michael was recently seen as the Lion in Storybook's "Wizard of Oz." Locally he has appeared at the Ritz Theater in "Purlie" and "Dames at Sea" and with American Family Theater in "We the People." and "Babes in Toyland." In addition, he is the children's theater director for Upper Darby Summer Stage program.

Storybook veteran, David Mulholland, of Bristol, PA., plays three roles in "Puss 'n Boots" as the older son, a bewildered farmer and a not so nice ogre. Mulholland was seen earlier this season as the Wizard in Storybook's "Wizard of Oz." Last season, he was seen in Storybook's "Rumpelstiltskin" and recently appeared in Act Out Theatre's "No Longer Warriors." Other Storybook credits: "Aladdin," "Jack & the Beanstalk," "Pinocchio," and "Emperor's." Regional credits: "Big River" at Mr. Gretna Playhouse, "Our Town" at Delaware Theater Company, "Snow Queen" at Prince Theater and "Only A Girl" for Light Keeper Productions, which he helped found.

Finally, rounding out the cast is Rachel Brennan, of Bridgeport, PA. as the Princess. This is Brennan's Storybook debut. Her credits include the national tour of "Willy Wonka" and "Nobody's Perfect" for the Kennedy Center. Other credits include "Bye, Bye Birdie," "Into the Woods", "Cabaret" and "Songs for a New World." In addition, she has performed cabarets at both the Kennedy Center in Washington and Odette's in New Hope.

Show times for "Puss 'n Boots" are weekdays at 10:15 am, Saturdays at 11:00 am and Sundays at 2:00 pm. Reservations are recommended.

Children's tickets are $10.00, Adults are $12.00 with generous school/group discounts available.

All Storybook productions are appropriate for ages 3 and older. As always, everyone gets to meet the cast after each show for a handshake, autograph or photo.

For information or reservations, call box office at 215-659-8550 or visit Storybook's website: www.storybookmusical.org.