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2011-2012 60th Anniversary Field Trips
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LILLY'S PURPLE PLASTIC PURSE
September 23 – October 31
From the book by Kevin Henkes
Adapted for the stage by Kevin Kling
Directed by Nick Olcott
Starring Felicia Curry
Ages 4 and up: Runtime approximately 75 minutes

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Lilly loves all sorts of things. She loves school, she loves dressing up, and she even grows to love her "stinky baby brother," Julius. In fact, Lilly loves everything! At least, she loves everything most of the time. Even Lilly has some bad days, but when you have movie star sunglasses and a purple plastic purse, how bad can it be?

 

The World Premiere of
Ken Ludwig’s
‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS
November 18, 2011– January 2, 2012
Based on the poem by Clement Clarke Moore
Directed by Jerry Whiddon
Ages 4 and up

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"'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse." But wait! A mouse is stirring - because Santa missed his house last year. Before you can say "Merry Christmas!", we're off on the wild adventures of a mouse, an elf and a spunky little girl who just won't take no for an answer. Don't miss this joyful tribute to the holiday season from three-time Tony nominee and Olivier Award winning playwright Ken Ludwig.

 

A World Premiere
THE SNOWY DAY
January 20 – February 12, 2012
Based on the Caldecott Award Winning book by Ezra Jack Keats
Book by Helen Hayes Winner David Emerson Toney
Music and Lyrics by Darius Smith
Directed by Jessica Burgess
All Ages

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Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the first American picture book that featured an African-American child as the main character. The simple tale of a boy waking up to discover that snow has fallen during the night is brought to life in the magical world premiere. Peter celebrates the snow-draped inner city with a day of adventures-experimenting with footprints, knocking snow from a tree, creating snow angels, and trying to save a snowball for the next day.

 

ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY
March 2 – April 9, 2012
Based on the book by Judith Viorst
Book and Lyrics by Judith Viorst
Music by Shelly Markham
Directed by Gail Humphries Mardirosian
Featuring Sandy Bainum
Ages 4 and up

Alexander is having a bad day. A terrible day. A horrible day. To be quite honest, it's a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. But then, everybody has bad days, sometimes. Not only does Alexander wake up with gum in his hair, but his mother forgets to pack him dessert, and his best friend decides he's not his best friend anymore. And if that's not bad enough, Alexander's brothers don't have any cavities but—he does. And just when it can't get any worse, there are lima beans for supper and —yuck!—kissing on TV. It is enough to make anyone want to go to Australia. Uuuugggghhh.

 

Adventure Theatre’s In School Players Celebrate Earth Month
JUST A DREAM: THE GREEN PLAY
INTERNATIONAL PRODUCTION: August 4 – September 25, 2011
at Singapore Repertory Theatre’s The Little Company (TLC)
SPRING TOURING PRODUCTION: April 10 - May 11, 2012

Based on the book by Chris Van Allsburg (The Polar Express & Jumanji)
Adapted by Sandra Eskin
Directed by Michael J. Bobbitt

For grades K- 5


To book this show in your school, please call CLASS ACTS ARTS at 301.588.7525 or email at info@classactsarts.org. Visit them online at www.classactsarts.org

When it comes to the environment, young Walter is far from enlightened. He's a litterbug who believes sorting trash is a big waste of time. But one night, Walter dreams about a very different future. Filled with humor and fantasy, Walter’s dream is a wake-up call for him – and all of us – about what we need to do to protect and preserve the future of our planet.

This original eco-play uses puppets, magical stage effects, and lush sound-scapes to create a theatrical version of Chris Van Allsburg’s beautiful illustrations. All production materials (costumes, props and sets) will be made of Earth-Friendly and Recycled Materials.

 

A World Premiere
FIVE LITTLE MONKEYS ©

April 27 – June 3, 2012
Based on the series of books by Eileen Christelow
Adapted for the stage by Ernie Nolan
Directed by Karin Abromaitis
All ages

Going shopping…baking cakes…sitting in trees…JUMPING ON BEDS!!! In this zany play, all in cumulative verse, five silly simian siblings insist on doing things their own way and-heedless of admonitions – much more monkey mayhem ensues. And maybe a call from a doctor.

 

IF YOU GIVE A MOOSE A MUFFIN
June 22 – September 2, 2012
Based on the book by Laura Numeroff
Adapted for the stage by Steve Garfinkel
Directed by Jeremy Skidmore
Starring Michael Russotto
All Ages

What if a moose came to your house and asked for a muffin? Yikes. In this sequel to If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, a moose will almost always be a bigger problem than a mouse. If you give him some jam…you may wind up in a jam!

 

In Partnership with Musical Theater Center
BIG, THE MUSICAL

July 12 - August 5, 2012
At the Round House Theatre, Bethesda, MD

Book by John Weidman
Music by David Shire
Lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr.
Based on the motion picture 'Big,' written by Gary Ross and Anne Spielberg; produced by Twentieth Century Fox
TYA Adaptation by Jeff Frank, First Stage and Michael J. Bobbitt, Adventure Theatre
Directed by Michael J. Bobbitt
Ages 7 and up

The 1987 hit movie bursts onstage in this vibrant, funny and touching musical. When frustrated adolescent Josh Baskin wishes he were "big" and wakes up the next morning a 30-year-old man, he discovers there's much more to being an adult than he's bargained for-and learns we must all grow up at our own pace, in our own time. Come see this new version created specifically for Young Audiences.

 

• Group Discounts can only be acquired by calling the Box Office.
• A 50% non refundable deposit must be returned with signed contract two weeks after making the reservation.

• The remaining balance must be paid two weeks prior to the scheduled performance.
• For groups who book a performance one month prior to the date, Full payment must be received with the signed contract two weeks before the scheduled performance.
• No groups with unpaid balances at showtime will be admitted- no seat is guaranteed without payment in full.
• Once a reservation has been made you will receive the letter of agreement within 24 hours which will contain all pertinent information and dates. You will have two weeks from this date to submit the 50% deposit.
• Payment may be made via Credit Card or Check, Please make all checks out to Adventure Theatre.
• For any questions or concerns please contact Camilla Morrison, Administrative Manager at 301-634-2271.

 

Adventure Theatre
Glen Echo Park • 7300 MacArthur Blvd. • Glen Echo, MD 20812
Phone: 301-634-2270 • Fax: 301-634-2269
Administrative Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm
Box Office Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm; Show Saturdays 10am-4pm; Show Sundays 10am-2pm

For ticketing: tickets@adventuretheatre.org • For general information: info@adventuretheatre.org

In cooperation with the National Park Service, Montgomery County, and the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture