We would like to extend a special invitation to you and your students to join us this year for an exciting season that includes a holiday favorite, 2 world premieres, and 2 children’s classics. From kindergarten through high school, BCT is offering productions that will fit your curriculum and your budget. And, to make it even easier, all productions will be held at the Boston Center for the Arts, 539 Tremont Street, Boston, MA.
To reserve your tickets and for additional information, e-mail our BCT Box Office or call 617-424-6634, x222.
THE VELVETEEN RABBIT
December 6, 7 & 8 at 9:45 am & 11:45 am
Kindergarten through 3rd Grade
This enchanting play features puppetry combined with live actors to create a magical experience for people of all ages. Celebrating the holiday themes of hope, family, and belief, THE VELVETEEN RABBIT is about the strength and power of a child’s imagination.
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CALVIN’S MONSTER
February 7, 8 & 9 at 9:45 am and 11:45 am
Kindergarten through 3rd grade
CALVIN’S MONSTER is a world premiere new musical based on the children’s book Fairy Tale Moments by Marcia Trimble and adapted for the stage by Burgess Clark. Scared of his shadow, Calvin seeks the aid of famous storybook characters to help him overcome his fears. Written with a modern twist, including Peter Pan and Little Red Riding Hood with cell phones and pagers, CALVIN’S MONSTER entertains while teaching valuable lessons about staying strong and overcoming adversity.
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REFLECTIONS OF A ROCK LOBSTER
March 6, 7, 8 & 9 at 9:40 am & 11:45 am
9th through 12th grades
The true story of a 17 year-old gay student from Cumberland, Rhode Island who sued his high school in 1980 for the right to escort his boyfriend to his high school prom, is the basis for this groundbreaking world premiere of the play REFLECTIONS OF A ROCK LOBSTER. Adapted by Burgess Clark from the autobiographical book by Aaron Fricke, the play makes a powerful statement about bullying, intolerance, and hope. “BCT is extremely proud to be the first children’s theatre to address these often sensitive subjects on our main stage. By dealing with the issues of bullying and prejudice, BCT hopes to enlighten our audiences with positive messages about tolerance and acceptance. There are lessons in this story that we can all learn from, regardless of our age, gender, or life choices.”
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JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH
March 20, 21 & 22 at 9:45 am & 11:45 am
Ages Kindergarten and up
A magical peach! An incredible journey! Insect friends! In JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, Roald Dahl’s story comes hilariously to life in this family show that reveals the wickedness of some and the goodness of others. Follow James, the wise Old-Green-Grasshopper and the pessimistic Earthworm on their wild adventure. And, don’t forget James’ mean Aunt Spiker and cruel Aunt Sponge!
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ANNE OF GREEN GABLES
May 8, 9, 10 & 11 at 9:40 am & 11:45 am
Grades 3 and up
In this enchanting new musical adaptation, audiences will cheer for our heroine Anne as she fights against adversity and tells the truth, regardless of the consequences. Taught in schools around the world, ANNE OF GREEN GABLES is regarded as one of the most important pieces of 20th century literature.
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Need-based financial assistance for tickets is available through:
1) The Lois Weltman
2) The PASS Program
The Lois Weltman Fund
The Lois Weltman Fund is a fund available through Boston Children’s Theatre to subsidize the cost of tickets to attend a BCT production. Grants are awarded each year based on need on a first come, first serve basis. For more information please contact The BCT Box Office at 617-424-6634 x222.
