for the stage. The show is based on Dav Pikley’s wildly popular children’s book about the the part-dog, part-man crime-biting hero. In fact, the book has more than 23 million copies in print was translated into more than 21 languages. “The show is about the crazy wacky adventures of a police officer who gets his K-9 partner’s head sewn onto his body after an accident in the line of duty.
And now, as Artistic Director, Pasternack strives to continue to develop new work in a thoughtful, professional way. She also pushes the art form and embraces diversity. “Writing teams are encouraged never to make assumptions about a young audience’s level of sophistication,” says Pasternack. “Our productions are for young people and families, but the process of development is no different from the process embraced by any Broadway, off-Broadway or regional theater producer.