Oct
19
Sat
Wilbur’s Fall Festival @ Lexington Children's Theatre
Oct 19 @ 5:30 pm – 6:45 pm

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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Nov
6
Wed
Winnie the Pooh
Nov 6 – Nov 17 all-day

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. 

Family Weekend Performance Info 

Saturday, Nov. 9 – 2:00pm 
Sunday, Nov. 10 – 2:00pm 

Saturday, Nov. 16 – 2:30pm (Sensory Friendly)* 
Saturday, Nov. 16 – 7:00pm (Pay What You Will)* 
Sunday, Nov. 17 – 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:

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. 

Dec
1
Sun
Elf the Musical Jr.
Dec 1 – Dec 9 all-day
December 1-9

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! 

Family Weekend Performance Info 

Sunday, Dec. 1 – 2:00pm 

Saturday, Dec. 7 – 2:00pm
Saturday, Dec. 7 – 7:00pm (Pay What You Will)* 
Sunday, Dec. 8 – 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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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.


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 

Dec
7
Sat
Cookies and Canned Goods Food Drive @ Lexington Children's Theatre
Dec 7 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

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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Jan
18
Sat
Intergalactic Defenders (Ages 6-8)
Jan 18 @ 9:00 am – Feb 15 @ 10:15 am

Saturdays: January 18 – February 15, 2025
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Tuition: $95

The universe is under attack, and it’s up to the Intergalactic Defenders to save the day!

ScriptWorks: Animation Edition (Ages 8-13)
Jan 18 @ 9:00 am – Feb 15 @ 10:15 am

Saturdays: January 18 – February 15, 2025
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM
Tuition: $95

What would happen if Bill Cipher and All Might spent the day with Patrick Star? Find out in this class where the students create scenes featuring their favorite animated characters.

Super Spy Academy (Ages 4-6)
Jan 18 @ 9:00 am – Feb 15 @ 10:00 am

Saturdays: January 18 – February 15, 2025
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Tuition: $95

Go undercover as you enroll in Super Spy Academy where you’ll train with the world’s top spies!

10-Minute Play Project (Ages 10-16)
Jan 18 @ 10:45 am – Feb 15 @ 12:15 pm

Saturdays: January 18 – February 15, 2025
10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Tuition: $95

Students will be cast in a ten-minute play where they’ll gain experience in developing a character and presenting their work.

Broadway Bound: Choreography Basics (Ages 9-14)
Jan 18 @ 10:45 am – Feb 15 @ 12:15 pm

Saturdays: January 18 – February 15, 2025
10:45 AM – 12:15 PM
Tuition: $95

Get your toes a-tappin’ in this class designed to build confidence in common dance steps and combinations in musical theatre.

Legends from the Lost City (Ages 6-8)
Jan 18 @ 10:45 am – Feb 15 @ 12:00 pm

Saturdays: January 18 – February 15, 2025
10:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Tuition: $95

Explore the lost city of Atlantis where merfolk swim free and the mysteries run deeper than the ocean itself.