Virginia Repertory Theatre
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Virginia Rep Center for Arts and Education 4204 Hermitage Rd. Student Matinees: OCTOBER 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 30, 31 (2024) Based on the book by Kelly S. DiPucchio; Book, Music and Lyrics by Joan Cushing
When Grace’s teacher reveals that the United States has never had a female president, Grace decides she wants to be president and inspires a school election. While campaigning, Grace and her classmates discover what it takes to be the best candidate and find the hilarity in the wonderful world of politics! This timely story gives a fun introduction to the American electoral system, and teaches the value of hard work, courage, and independent thought.
The November Theatre 114 W. Broad St. Student Matinees: DECEMBER 11 and 18 (2024) Music by Marc Shaiman, Lyrics by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman, Book by David Greig, Based on the book by Roald Dahl
When Charlie Bucket finds one of the five golden tickets to the Wonka Chocolate Factory, he and the other winners cannot wait to explore this world of sweets, treats, and pure imagination. But once inside, they embark on an extraordinary journey through Willy Wonka’s marvelously madcap mind and soon discover that nobody leaves this factory the same way that they arrived. This whimsical musical is fun for the entire family.
Virginia Rep Center for Arts and Education 4204 Hermitage Rd. Student Matinees: FEBRUARY 6, 7, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 (2025) Adapted by Andrew Frank and Jason Howard; Based on the book Love That Dog by Sharon Creech
Based on the best-selling kids’ book by Newbery Medal-winning author Sharon Creech, this compelling one-person show tells the story of a boy and his dog as he discovers the power of his own voice. Weaving poetry by Robert Frost, William Carlos Williams and Walter Dean Myers, it’s an utterly delightful and surprisingly moving experience for audiences of all ages.
Virginia Rep Center for Arts and Education 4204 Hermitage Rd. Student Matinees: APRIL 17, 18, 23, 24, 30 & MAY 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 (2025) Script and Lyrics by Mo Willems; Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma; Based on the book Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! by Mo Willems
This show is even more fun than staying up late! It’s not easy being the Pigeon — you never get to do anything! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers late, maybe that wily bird can do something. Featuring an innovative mix of songs, and feathers, this musical is sure to get everyone’s wings flapping.