CHILDREN'S THEATER
Enjoy the magic of award-winning children's theater with your family!
Resident arts organizations Adventure Theatre MTC and the Puppet Co. have presented high quality children's productions to families in the Washington, DC area for decades. Thousands of children have been introduced to the magic of theater at Glen Echo Park.
Now Showing!
THE PUPPET CO.
- Ongoing: Tiny Tots
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Designed for children 18 months to 4 years old, Tiny Tots offers a viewing atmosphere especially suited for young theatre patrons.
All Tiny Tots shows feature:
- 30 min. runtime
- no dark room
- no surprising loud noises
- open theatre doors
Upcoming!
THE PUPPET CO.
- Applause Unlimited presents: The Magic of Hans Christian Andersen
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Applause Unlimited presents: The Magic of Hans Christian Andersen
March 29, 2025 - April 27, 2025
Applause Unlimited celebrates one of the 20th century’s greatest storytellers with their award-winning show, The Magic of Hans Christian Andersen. Sometimes serious and heartwarming, sometimes downright silly, but always fun, the show features storytelling and song as well as over twenty hand puppets, rod puppets, and marionettes in three of Andersen’s best-loved tales: “The Ugly Duckling,” “Thumbelisa,” and “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” Filled with humor and messages suitable for all ages, this show presents the stories that grandparents will recognize, parents will love to share, and every child will long remember.
- Jeghetto’s Entertainment presents: Jeghetto’s Workshop
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Jeghetto’s Entertainment presents: Jeghetto’s Workshop
May 3, 2025 - May 11, 2025
Jeghetto's Workshop is a family show for all ages. Learn how Jeghetto builds and manipulates his original puppets over hip-hop instrumentals. This is a very interactive production, you never know, you can be pulled up on stage and be part of the show!
- Piccadilly Puppets presents: Cat & Mouse
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Piccadilly Puppets presents: Cat & Mouse
May 17, 2025 - May 26, 2025
This show will have kids squeaking with delight as they journey through several folktales featuring these furry friends, set to an early rock beat. Will the cat ever catch the mouse, or can these natural enemies ever be friends? Stories include “The Lion and the Mouse” (Aesop), “Why Siamese Cats Have a Kink in their Tales” (Thailand), and “Why Cats Chase Mice” (Myanmar)
Recommended for 4+. Run time of approximately 45 minutes.
ADVENTURE THEATRE MTC
- Charlotte's Web
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Charlotte's Web
April 25, 2025 – May 25, 2025Charlotte’s mission to save Wilbur unfolds with the unveiling of her miraculous web, adorned with the proclamation “Some pig.” Thus begins a triumphant crusade, culminating in Wilbur’s salvation and a poignant gesture honoring Charlotte’s legacy. This timeless tale celebrates the power of friendship and the enduring impact of kindness, promising both actors and audience an enchanting afternoon filled with warmth and wonder.
Based on the book by E.B. White
Adapted by Joseph Robinette
Recipient of the Charlotte B. Chorpenning Playwright Award
Directed by Clancey Yovanovich - The Lightning Thief
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The Lightning Thief
June 20, 2025 – August 17, 2025
This dynamic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan’s bestselling book opened on Broadway in 2019. When teenager Percy Jackson discovers he’s a demigod, he and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus’ missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods.Book by Joe Tracz
Music & Lyrics by Rob Rokicki
Adapted from the book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan
Directed by Kurt Boehm
Both the Puppet Co. and Adventure Theatre offer sensory-friendly and/or ASL showing of their productions. In fact, the Puppet Co. was included in Bethesda Magazine's 2024 Best of Bethesda Issue as a "Best Place to Take Kids with Mobility or Sensory Issues."
Covid-19 Information:
The Puppet Co. policies can be found here.
Adventure Theatre policies can be found here.
Learn more about Adventure Theatre MTC's residency at Glen Echo Park here.
Learn more about the Puppet Co.'s residency at Glen Echo Park here.
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