Archive: Huck & Tom and the Mighty Mississippi

January 25 - March 3, 2019

The Children's Theatre at Willow Lawn

Music by Ron Barnett
Book by Peter Howard
Developed by Virginia Rep
Part of Richmond's Acts of Faith Festival

Approximately 1 hour, no intermission.
Suggested for ages 6 - 12.

"A Mighty Entertaining Family Musical... Perfect for the whole family!"

"Action-packed, fast-paced, humorous... Encouragement for children to continue their imaginative adventures through reading."

This Virginia Rep original adaptation brings Mark Twain’s two classic American novels into one fast-paced, footstompin’ musical adventure down the Mississippi. Huckleberry Finn and Tom Sawyer spring to life along with familiar characters Jim, Becky Thatcher, Aunt Polly, and all the residents and rapscallions of Hannibal, MO as they explore the majestic river that defined their lives, tested their souls, and carried their spirits into the heart of America.

Acts of Faith Festival

How we act toward those we love serves as the theme for the Richmond theater community’s 15th annual Acts of Faith Festival
Richmond Times-Dispatch

Sensory Friendly Performances

Wednesday, February 6 at 10:30 a.m. (schools)
Saturday, February 16 at 10:30 a.m. (families)

We offer sensory friendly performances of this production specifically for children with autism and other sensory or social disabilities. During these select performances, changes will be made in lighting, sound, seating arrangements, and length of performance to create a more welcoming environment for this audience. Read More...

Access for the Blind

Sunday, February 3 at 2 p.m.

Virginia Rep is delighted to partner with Virginia Voice to offer select Audio Described performances for patrons with blindness or advanced visual impairment. Tactile tours will take place before the performance for patrons to meet some of the actors and touch some of the set pieces and props. Need based assistance with tickets is available. Read More...