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.

We are proud to be a 2026 Best of Bethesda Finalist for Best Performing Arts/Theater Venue! 

On View & Upcoming Shows

THE PUPPET CO.

Tiny Tots | Ongoing

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

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Jennie the Cat: A Halloween Adventure | October 3 - November 3, 2026

Jennie the Cat: A Halloween Adventure 
October 3 - November 3, 2026

The Helen Hayes nominated favorite from Ingrid&Mollie returns! When Jennie receives a Halloween card that calls her a scary cat, she feels like she's been put in a box. Does she have to be scary? Join Jennie as she meets new friends with some spectacular tricks and treats to share, like skateboarding, shadow puppetry, and pumpkin carving. Who will Jennie choose to be? This show features cuddly puppets, audience interaction, and all original music. 

Starring Ingrid Bork and Mollie Greenberg James

Understudy: Cate Ginsberg

Recommended ages 4+. Run time approximately 45 minutes.

 

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ADVENTURE THEATRE MTC

Beatrice Likes the Dark | October 2 - November 1, 2026

Beatrice Likes the Dark
October 2 - November 1, 2026

Written by Dani Stoller 
Based on based on the book by April Genevieve Tucholke
Directed by Patrick Flynn 

What if the darkness is where you shine the brightest?

From the acclaimed children’s book by April Genevieve Tucholke, Beatrice Likes the Dark is an imaginative production that blends magic, music, shadow play, and heartfelt storytelling in a celebration of curiosity, courage, and connection. When Beatrice casts a spell for endless darkness, she discovers that even the things we fear most can become beautiful when brought into the light. Overflowing with wonder, humor, and theatrical ingenuity, Beatrice Likes the Dark is a luminous reminder that families—and communities—shine brightest when every voice belongs.

 

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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."

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.