The Secret Garden
Family Weekend Performance Dates: February 14 – 22, 2026
School Matinee Performance Dates: February 12 – 26, 2026
Audition Dates: December 5-8, 2025
Recommended for Ages 8-12
Run Time ≈1 hours
Performed on the Larry and Vivian Snipes Main Stage
Prices: $22/Adult, $17/Child, $12/Members
Playbook by Pamela Sterling.
Music by Chris Limber.
Based on the book by Frances Hodgson Burnett.
This joyous story about the growth and blossoming of the earth and the human spirit is a garden of delight for the ears and the imagination. Mary and Colin, whose natures have been badly warped, thrive with the discovery that selflessness opens a secret door to happiness. They are encouraged by the warmhearted Yorkshire maid, Martha, and her brother, Dickon, who understands the language of birds, animals and flowers; the crusty gardener, Ben Weatherstaff; and, of course, the robin who leads Mary to the garden that changes her life. Colin’s reunion with his father touches all of us deeply. Highly theatrical, yet easy to stage, this Distinguished Play Award-winning Secret Garden fills us with the magic of theatre.
Don’t miss this enchanting adventure – get your tickets today and watch the magic grow!
Family Weekend Performance Info
Saturday, Feb. 14 – 2:00pm
Sunday, Feb. 15 – 2:00pm
Saturday, Feb. 21 – 2:00pm
Saturday, Feb. 21 – 7:00pm (Pay What You Will)*
Sunday, Feb. 22 – 2:00pm (Sensory Friendly)**
*New for our 2025-2026 Season: Pay What You Will tickets may now be purchased online, or through our Box Office during regular hours either in person or over the phone at 859.254.4546 x245. Let our staff know you are reserving PWYW tickets, how many seats you need, and what amount you would like to pay. PWYW tickets may also be purchased at the Box Office on the day of the show beginning one hour before curtain. Learn more on our Pay What You Will page.
**Sensory friendly performances are designed to be a safe environment for young people with sensory sensitivities or disabilities, as well as first time theatre goers. We encourage patrons to speak freely, respond, and move around the seating area in reaction to the story. Environmental elements including lighting and sound are also altered to make the space more comfortable for our sensory sensitive audience members. All Sensory Friendly performances are also Pay What You Will – call or visit our Box Office to pay whatever you would like for your tickets to these shows.
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 3rd –6th
Curricular Connections: Classic literature, fantasy, grief & loss, nature.
Thursday, Feb. 12 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Feb. 13 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Tuesday, Feb. 17 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Wednesday, Feb. 18 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Thursday, Feb. 19 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Friday, Feb. 20 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Wednesday, Feb. 25 – 10:00am & 11:45am
Thursday, Feb. 26 – 10:00am & 11:45am
School Group Rate: $10.00 per seat
Individual Rate: $15.00 per seat
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For Performers:
This show has open auditions! Actors ages 9-18 are invited to audition. Details will be shared closer to audition date.
Audition Dates: December 5-8, 2025.