According to a press release, the Community Theatre League will take audiences on a breathtaking musical journey this week with the show “Songs for a New World,” Jason Robert Brown’s revolutionary song cycle that explores the moments that define our lives. Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. today and Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday.

“This limited engagement promises to captivate audiences with its heartfelt storytelling and soaring music,” the press release said.

“Songs for a New World” is not your typical musical, according to the press release. Instead of a single narrative, it’s a series of powerful vignettes connected by the universal theme of “the moment of decision.”

Featuring a vibrant mix of pop, jazz, gospel and modern musical theater, the show takes audiences through a tapestry of stories about love, loss, hope and the transformative power of choice.

While the show is often performed minimally, sometimes as a concert, the Community Theatre League’s production is a fully realized artistic endeavor, complete with intricate staging and thoughtful design, offering audiences a rich and immersive experience. Director Nancy Butts described the production as “a collection of heartbreaking, yet hopeful, musical moments that everyone can relate to, through various stages of life.”

With iconic numbers like “Stars and the Moon,” “I’m Not Afraid of Anything” and “Hear My Song,” the music is as moving as it is memorable.

“Songs for a New World is the perfect way to begin the year,” said Seth Sponhouse, CTL’s executive artistic director. “Its themes of hope and renewal remind us that every moment offers a chance to start anew.”

The show features a talented ensemble cast including Hannah McBride, Brandy Aguirre, Tyler Boyles, Theo Lentz and Jenn Shibata, who is the understudy for Woman. Each performer brings their own unique artistry to the production, making this a truly collaborative celebration of storytelling through song.

“This music pushes me in the best way and reminds me of how powerful musical storytelling can be,” said McBride.

“I love how this show’s music reflects the richness of life’s emotions. It’s an incredible journey,” added Aguirre.

Whether you’re a longtime fan of musical theater or new to the genre, universal themes and evocative music will leave you inspired and uplifted.

“Audience members can expect to laugh, cry, and walk away reflecting on the choices that shape their lives,” the press release said.

Community Theatre League is located at 100 West Third Street. For more information, visit ctlshows.com or call 570-327-1777.