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LCT's Summer Student Tour Show
Public Performance Dates: June 8-9, 2024
On Tour: June 6 - July 19, 2024
Recommended for Ages 5+
Run Time ≈1 hour
Performed on LCT's Learning Stage
Prices: $15/Adult, $10/Child under 18
By Wesley Middleton
Produced in arrangement with Dramatic Publishing
Get ready for a whimsical adventure in Tomato Plant Girl! In a summer somewhere that time forgot, Little Girl has just moved to Heretown from Thereville, and doesn’t have any friends outside of the neighbor who drags her over to play from across the vegetable garden. Every evening at 5 o’clock SHARP, Little Girl’s neighbor makes the rules for their playtime – rules that must be followed without question. That is until Little Girl meets the extraordinary Tomato Plant Girl!
Dressed upside down and munching on dirt, Tomato Plant Girl introduces Little Girl to a world of topsy-turvy fun and teaches her to embrace her own rules. Together, they embark on a journey of nurturing, growth, and self-acceptance, proving that true friendship knows no bounds.
Family Weekend Performance Info
Saturday, June 8 – 7:00pm (Pay What You Will*)
Sunday, June 9 – 2:00pm
*Pay What You Will tickets cannot be purchased online, but can be reserved ahead of time by calling our Box Office at 859.254.4546 x245. Learn more on our Pay What You Will page.
For Educators and Venues
This show is a Touring Production, which means it can travel to your school, library, or other venue and perform there!
Recommended for Grades K-5th
Curricular Connections: Friendship, Plants and Gardening, Navigating Emotions, Dealing with Bullying
Touring Dates: Thursdays – Saturdays, June 6 – July 19, 2024
Pricing: $500 for one performance or $800 for two performances in a day + Travel Fees. Visit our Touring Company page for more information.
Things to Know Before the Show
Emotional Intensity
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Action/Stage Combat
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Language
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Sound & Lighting
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Get Ready For:
- A show that’s imaginative and whimsical, not literal. Our characters are known by “Little Girl,” “Bossy Best Friend,” and “Tomato Plant Girl,” our main character moves from Thereville to Heretown, and Tomato Plant Girl grows from the dirt of the garden.
- Tomato Plant Girl is our Summer Student Touring Production! After the cast of three student actors performs here at LCT, they will take this show on the road across Lexington and beyond to perform in libraries, hospitals, and schools!
- This play’s themes include friendship, bullying, communication, and individuality. Want to extend the experience beyond the show? Check out our educational play guide here for fun activities and discussion questions!
Sensory Moments:
- There are a couple of moments in the show where props hit the floor and make a loud sound.
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The 21st Annual Summer Family Musical
Family Weekend Performance Dates: July 19-21 & 26-28, 2024
Audition Dates: April 20-22, 2024
Recommended for Ages 4+
Run Time ≈2 1/2 hours, with a 15-minute intermission
Performed on the Larry and Vivian Snipes Main Stage
Ticket Prices: $25/Adult, $20/Child under 18
Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg
Book by Kyle Jarrow
Original Songs by Yolanda Adams, Stephen Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alex Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeroes, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants, T.I.
And Songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny & Andy Paley
Additional Lyrics by Jonathan Coulton
Additional Music by Tom Kitt
Musical Production Conceived by Tina Landau
©2023 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Created by Stephen Hillenburg.
Who lives in a pineapple and is swimming onto the LCT Main Stage this summer? It’s SpongeBob SquarePants! Join SpongeBob and his school of friends from Bikini Bottom on an unforgettable undersea journey filled with song, dance, and boundless optimism. When a looming disaster threatens their beloved home, it's up to this unlikely group of fin-tastic heroes to come together and save the day. With its whimsical charm and toe-tapping tunes, The SpongeBob Musical will transport you to a world where everything is possible. So, don't be shellfish – grab your friends and family, and dive deep into the laughter, music, and magic of Bikini Bottom!
Family Weekend Performance Info
Friday, July 19 – 7:30pm
Saturday, July 20 – 2:00pm
Saturday, July 20 – 7:30pm (Pay What You Will*)
Sunday, July 21 – 2:00pm
Friday, July 26 – 7:30pm
Saturday, July 27 – 2:00pm
Saturday, July 27 – 7:30pm
Sunday, July 28 – 2:00pm
*Pay What You Will tickets cannot be purchased online, but can be reserved ahead of time by calling our Box Office at 859.254.4546 x245. Learn more on our Pay What You Will page.
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Things to Know Before the Show
Emotional Intensity
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Action/Stage Combat
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Language
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Sound & Lighting
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Get Ready For:
- Singing and dancing animals and pirates.
- Bright and shiny costumes that you won't believe.
- Lots of underwater characters - how many creatures do you think you can spot?
- The town of Bikini Bottom is close to an underwater volcano and after it starts to tremble, the town panics! Some characters take this as an opportunity to trick their fellow Bikini Bottom residents for their own gain, while others feel empowered to help how they can. We will see some of our favorite characters at their worst. Moments like this are a great way to spark conversations with your young people about ways that a community can work together in positive ways and what lessons you think the characters learned.
Sensory Moments:
- There are a few audience-interactive moments in this show! There is a moment of direct audience interaction with Patchy the Pirate during intermission and performers are in the aisles frequently throughout the show. If you need to leave during the show for any reason, please be mindful of this and be extra aware of people around you as you exit through the aisles.
- Fog is used throughout this performance.
- During several songs actors use bubble guns to bring bubbles around the audience and on stage. Bubble Machnes are also placed above the audience that will also produce bubbles.
- After the song “No Control,” two loud weather alert sounds are played, one at a higher pitch.
- At the end of the show, non-latex balloons are dropped onto the audience from above. These are not intentionally popped but there is a possibility that one could.
- This show is a little longer than our usual performances at around 2 hours and 30 minutes long with two acts and a 15-minute intermission. If a little one gets restless, you are welcome to hang out with our staff in the lobby if needed!
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Family Weekend Performance Dates: September 21 – 22, 2024
School Matinee Performance Dates: September 19 – 27, 2024
On Tour: September 9 – December 14, 2024
Recommended for Ages 7+
Run Time ≈1 hour
Performed on LCT’s Learning Stage and On Tour!
Prices: $15/Adult, $10/Child, $10/Members
Adapted by Larry and Vivian Snipes.
Loosely based on the book by Paul Brett Johnson.
Everybody knows Old Dry Frye! When the preacher man comes around, the parishioners in town know to hide their plates, hide their pies, but especially hide their fried chicken! But what happens when the preacher man bites off more than he can chew? An uproarious journey filled with larger-than-life characters and non-stop hilarity, that’s what! You’ll laugh ‘til the cows come home in this slapstick twist on the traditional Appalachian folktale.
*Pay What You Will tickets cannot be purchased online, but can be reserved ahead of time by calling our Box Office at 859.254.4546 x245. Learn more on our Pay What You Will page.
For Educators:
School Matinee Performances
Our School Matinee Performances allow you to bring your students to the theatre for an unforgettable field trip!
Recommended for Grades 2nd-6th
Curricular Connections: Folklore, Comedy, Cause and Effect, Southern Culture
Thursday, Sept. 19 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Sept. 20 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Tuesday, Sept. 24 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Wednesday, Sept. 25 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Thursday, Sept. 26 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Sept. 27 – 10:00am & 11:45am
School Group Rate: $9.50 per seat with every 10th seat FREE!
Individual Rate: $15.00 per seat
In-School Touring Performances:
This show is also a Touring Production, which means it can travel to your school, library, or other venue and perform there.
Touring Dates: September 9 – December 14, 2024
Pricing: $800 for one performance or $1,350 for two performances in a day (either or both fall tour shows) + Travel Fees. Visit our Touring Company page for more information.
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Family Weekend Performance Dates: October 12 – 13 & 19 – 20, 2024
School Matinee Performance Dates: October 8 – 25, 2024
Audition Dates: August 17 – 19, 2024
Recommended for Ages 7+
Run Time ≈1 hour
Performed on The Larry and Vivian Snipes Main Stage
Prices: $20/Adult, $15/Child, $10/Members
Adapted for the stage by Joseph Robinette.
Based on the book by E.B. White.
"You have been my friend. That in itself is a tremendous thing.”
Wilbur may be the runt of the litter, but he’s a rambunctious, lively, and lovable little guy who captures Fern Arable’s heart. When Wilbur and Fern learn of his eventual fate, it’s up to the wise and kind-hearted spider Charlotte to hatch a plan to save this “radiant” pig. Bring your best friend and relive the warmth, charm, and magic of E.B. White’s beloved classic.
*Pay What You Will tickets cannot be purchased online, but can be reserved ahead of time by calling our Box Office at 859.254.4546 x245. Learn more on our Pay What You Will page.
For Educators:
School Matinee Performances
Our School Matinee Performances allow you to bring your students to the theatre for an unforgettable field trip!
Recommended for Grades 2nd-5th
Curricular Connections: Classic Literature, Language Arts, Friendship, Animals and Farm Life
Tuesday, Oct. 8 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Wednesday, Oct. 9 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Thursday, Oct. 10 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Oct. 11 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Tuesday, Oct. 15 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Wednesday, Oct. 16 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Thursday, Oct. 17 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Oct. 18 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Tuesday, Oct. 22 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Wednesday, Oct. 23 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Thursday, Oct. 24 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Oct. 25 – 10:00am & 11:45am
School Group Rate: $9.50 per seat with every 10th seat FREE!
Individual Rate: $15.00 per seat
For Performers:
This show has open auditions! They are open for actors ages 9 to Adult. Learn more and sign up for an audition at the link below.
Audition Dates: August 17 – 19, 2024
Welcome to Wilbur’s Fall Festival, where the magic of the season is woven as intricately as Charlotte’s web. As we gather to celebrate, let the warmth of community and the joy of autumn fill the air, just as Charlotte’s friendship filled Wilbur’s heart.
Along with the Pay What You Will performance of Charlotte’s Web, LCT invites you to a FREE Fall Festival event, complete with mini pumpkin painting, prop hay bales, a henna artist and crafts. Enjoy the festivities and remember, in every little moment, there’s something wonderful just waiting to be discovered!
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Family Weekend Performance Dates: November 9 – 10 & 16 – 17, 2024
School Matinee Performance Dates: November 6 – 15, 2024
On Tour: September 9 – December 14, 2024
Recommended for Ages 4+
Run Time ≈1 hour
Performed on The Larry and Vivian Snipes Main Stage and On Tour!
Prices: $20/Adult, $15/Child, $10/Members
From the stories of A.A. Milne
Dramatized by Le Clanché du Rand
Music by Allan J. Friedman
Lyrics by A. A. Milne and Kristin Sergel
Additional Lyrics by Le Clanché du Rand
Step into the world of the Hundred Acre Wood in this musical adaptation of A.A. Milne’s classic tale. When Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends meet Kanga and Roo, they try to send them packing. Little do they know they’re about to embark on a journey of discovery and friendship like no other! With its loveable characters and catchy tunes, Winnie-the-Pooh brings Milne’s beloved story to life on stage, inviting audiences of all ages to embrace the joy of acceptance and difference.
*Pay What You Will tickets cannot be purchased online, but can be reserved ahead of time by calling our Box Office at 859.254.4546 x245. Learn more on our Pay What You Will page.
For Educators:
School Matinee Performances
Our School Matinee Performances allow you to bring your students to the theatre for an unforgettable field trip!
Recommended for Grades PreK-2nd
Curricular Connections: Classic Literature, Language Arts, Adaptation, Friendship, Understanding Differences
Wednesday, Nov. 6 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Thursday, Nov. 7 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Nov. 8 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Tuesday, Nov. 12 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Wednesday, Nov. 13 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Thursday, Nov. 14 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Nov. 15 – 10:00am & 11:45am
School Group Rate: $9.50 per seat with every 10th seat FREE!
Individual Rate: $15.00 per seat
In-School Touring Performances
This show is also a Touring Production, which means it can travel to your school, library, or other venue and perform there.
Touring Dates: September 9 – December 14, 2024
Pricing: $800 for one performance or $1,350 for two performances in a day (either or both fall tour shows) + Travel Fees. Visit our Touring Company page for more information.
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Family Weekend Performance Dates: December 1 & 7 – 8, 2024
School Matinee Performance Dates: December 2 – 9, 2024
Audition Dates: September 21 – 23, 2024
Recommended for Ages 4+
Run Time ≈1 hour
Performed at The Lexington Opera House
Prices: $25/Adult, $20/Child, $10/Members
Book by Thomas Meehan and Bob Martin
Music by Matthew Sklar
Lyrics by Chad Beguelin
Based upon the New Line Cinema film written by David Berenbaum
Step into a winter wonderland of laughter and cheer with Elf the Musical Jr.! This delightful musical follows the misadventures of Buddy the Elf, a lovably clueless human raised at the North Pole. When Buddy discovers he’s not an elf after all, he sets off to find his true identity in bustling New York City. But with a dad on the naughty list and a skeptical brother, can Buddy spread enough Christmas cheer to win them over? Get ready for a whirlwind of festive fun and heartwarming moments in this adaptation of the beloved holiday classic!
*Pay What You Will tickets cannot be purchased online, but can be reserved ahead of time by calling our Box Office at 859.254.4546 x245. Learn more on our Pay What You Will page.
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For Educators:
School Matinee Performances
Our School Matinee Performances allow you to bring your students to the theatre for an unforgettable field trip!
Recommended for Grades PreK-8th
Curricular Connections: Holiday Traditions, Family and Adoption, Musical Theatre, Adaptations
Monday, Dec. 2 – 10:00am & 12:00pm
Tuesday, Dec. 3 – 10:00am & 12:00pm
Wednesday, Dec. 4 – 10:00am & 12:00pm
Thursday, Dec. 5 – 10:00am & 12:00pm
Friday, Dec. 6 – 10:00am & 12:00pm
Monday, Dec. 9 – 10:00am & 12:00pm
School Group Rate: $9.50 per seat with every 10th seat FREE!
Individual Rate: $15.00 per seat
For Performers:
This show has open auditions! They are open for actors ages 9-18. Learn more and sign up for an audition at the link below.
Audition Dates: September 21 – 23, 2024
Our friends from God’s Pantry Food Bank want you to channel your inner Buddy and get ready to transform cookies into festive masterpieces with a sprinkle of creativity and a dash of holiday cheer. Before the Pay What You Will performance of Elf Jr. The Musical, bring the whole family along to decorate cookies and help get accessible to food to those who need it.
NOTE: LCT will accept the below items (during regular operating hours) starting on Nov. 10th through December 10th. You will see a barrel in the lobby that you can drop the following items in:
What items to collect:
Canned proteins: tuna, chicken, beef, spam, nut butters, beans
Breakfast foods: cereal, oatmeal, breakfast bars, protein bars
Soups: any soups or ready-to-eat items, ramen
Pantry Staples: crackers, condiments, seasonings, sauces
Starches: Pasta, rice, mac and cheese, canned pasta, mashed potatoes, side-dish pasta meals
Canned fruit: peaches, mixed fruit, pineapples, apples, fruit cups, applesauce, pears
Canned vegetables: canned tomato (sauce, paste, diced etc.) potatoes, carrots, green beans, corn, peas, mixed vegetables
Any unopened shelf stable food with ingredients listed works! Please try not to donate glass.
Items in bold are in urgent needs.
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Family Weekend Performance Dates: January 26 & February 1 – 2, 2025
School Matinee Performance Dates: January 28 – 31, 2025
On Tour: February 18 – May 9, 2025
Recommended for Ages 5+
Run Time ≈1 hour
Performed on The Larry and Vivian Snipes Main Stage and On Tour!
Prices: $20/Adult, $15/Child, $10/Members
Adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller
Based on the book by Lewis Carroll
Embark on a whimsical journey down the rabbit hole with Lewis Carroll and Alice Liddell as your guides! Together, they invite you to explore a topsy-turvy world where nothing is quite as it seems. From the White Rabbit to the Cheshire Cat to the Queen of Hearts, you’ll encounter the eccentric inhabitants of Wonderland in a journey that's sure to delight and enchant audiences of all ages. Don't be late for this important date!
*Pay What You Will tickets cannot be purchased online, but can be reserved ahead of time by calling our Box Office at 859.254.4546 x245. Learn more on our Pay What You Will page.
For Educators:
School Matinee Performances
Our School Matinee Performances allow you to bring your students to the theatre for an unforgettable field trip!
Recommended for Grades K-5th
Curricular Connections: Classic Literature, Adaptations, Language Arts, Cause and Effect, Self Reliance
Tuesday, Jan. 28 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Wednesday, Jan. 29 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Thursday, Jan. 30 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Jan. 31 – 10:00am & 11:45am
School Group Rate: $9.50 per seat with every 10th seat FREE!
Individual Rate: $15.00 per seat
In-School Touring Performances
This show is also a Touring Production, which means it can travel to your school, library, or other venue and perform there.
Touring Dates: February 18 – May 9, 2025
Pricing: $800 for one performance or $1,350 for two performances in a day (either or both spring tour shows) + Travel Fees. Visit our Touring Company page for more information.
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Family Weekend Performance Dates: February 15 – 16, 2025
School Matinee Performance Dates: February 7 – 14, 2025
On Tour: February 18 – May 9, 2025
Recommended for Ages 9+
Run Time ≈1 hour
Performed on The Larry and Vivian Snipes Main Stage and On Tour!
Prices: $20/Adult, $15/Child, $10/Members
By Alvaro Saar Rios
A World Premiere commissioned by Lexington Children’s Theatre
Embark on a thrilling superhero saga in this World Premiere show! Lali Marquez is just a normal teenager – until a mysterious Quetzal feather sprouts from her arm, cueing the start of her epic superhero journey. Teamed up with her comic-loving BFF Nicki, they’re on a mission to uncover ancient Aztec secrets and take down the baddies invading their school. Infused with humor, heroism, and heartfelt moments, Quetzali and the Comic Book Queen vs. The Alebrije of Darkness: Live in the School Cafeteria promises an unforgettable theatrical experience you won’t want to miss. Join us for this celebration of friendship, family, and finding the (super)power within yourself.
*Pay What You Will tickets cannot be purchased online, but can be reserved ahead of time by calling our Box Office at 859.254.4546 x245. Learn more on our Pay What You Will page.
For Educators:
School Matinee Performances
Our School Matinee Performances allow you to bring your students to the theatre for an unforgettable field trip!
Recommended for Grades 4th-8th
Curricular Connections: Friendship, Aztec Mythology, Latino Culture & Heritage, Self-Confidence
Friday, Feb. 7 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Tuesday, Feb. 11 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Wednesday, Feb. 12 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Thursday, Feb. 13 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Feb. 14 – 10:00am & 11:45am
School Group Rate: $9.50 per seat with every 10th seat FREE!
Individual Rate: $15.00 per seat
In-School Touring Performances
This show is also a Touring Production, which means it can travel to your school, library, or other venue and perform there.
Touring Dates: February 18 – May 9, 2025
Pricing: $800 for one performance or $1,350 for two performances in a day (either or both spring tour shows) + Travel Fees. Visit our Touring Company page for more information.