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1 NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT # 4077 DALLAS, TX SEE PAGE 14 FOR THE TOP 5 REASONS TO SUBSCRIBE TWO EASY WAYS TO SUBSCRIBE! ➊ dct.org/subscribers ➋ (214) SEASON SEASON DALLAS CHILDREN S THEATER 5938 Skillman Dallas, TX BE GREEN DON T THROW ME AWAY! Pass me on to another family who d like to know about the great family shows available to them in North Texas! Thank you. (214) Robyn Flatt, Executive Artistic Director

2 Dear Friends, A creative spark lives in each one of us, and we aim to be the flame that ignites it. Your journey into worlds of inspiration starts here at DCT with our 29th season and your Passport to Imagination. From adventures around the globe to transporting through space and time, DCT is a doorway to an unlimited realm of creativity! Over the years we have taken you to different parts of the world, introducing you and your family to vibrant cultures and new points of view. Seeing how people think in faraway places helps us improve communication, empathy and understanding, and builds bridges between us. This season I can t wait to see BOATS by Terrapin Puppet Theatre and show you Australian storytelling, all the way from the other side of the Earth. On Opening Nights we ll continue to roll out the Red Carpet to make you and your family feel like a star. It s all part of our mission to make the theater-going experience magical for you in every way, every time you visit. DCT s Passport to Imagination is a family journey sure to inspire joy, adventure and lifelong memories. Join us! Sincerely, Robyn Flatt, Executive Artistic Director To celebrate our amazing season of shows, we are offering a unique and special Passport to Imagination workbook for each child in a Season Subscriber s family. It will be filled with opportunities to get free concessions, exclusive subscriber-only items at each show and other great prizes. Your children will get a stamp for each adventure (show) they attend! THIS SEASON, THERE ARE TWO EASY WAYS TO SUBSCRIBE! ➊ ONLINE at dct.org/subscribers ➋ BY PHONE at (214) LOOK FOR US facebook.com/dallaschildrenstheater youtube.com/dallaschildrensthr twitter.com/dalchildrenthr THE BEST PRICES The subscription packages are the very lowest ticket prices DCT will offer all year! CONVENIENCE No waiting in long Box Office lines even for our most popular shows! We mail your tickets to you! DCT really brought the book alive in a way that made my children want to read even more. FLEXIBILITY FREE ticket exchange privileges that suit your busy life. PRIORITY Subscribers get first choice seating through a special priority entrance. EXTRA TICKET DEALS You get a great discounted price for single tickets to get friends and family in on the fun. We talked about the play all the way home. My kids love getting autographs from the characters after the show.

3 SEASON TWO EASY WAYS TO SUBSCRIBE! ➊ Online at dct.org/subscribers ➋ By phone at (214) PACKAGE SECTION A SECTION B 4 PLAYS $76 $56 5 PLAYS $95 $70 6 PLAYS $108 $78 8 PLAYS ** $136 $96 **BEST BUY!** Full subscription information available online at dct.org/subscribers Need Tickets to a Single Show? Visit dct.org/plays Single ticket prices range from $12 - $40. Show days/times: Fridays 7:30 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays at 1:30 & 4:30 p.m. Please note - All plays, dates, times and locations are subject to change. No refunds or exchanges. All sales final. SEASON SPONSORS LINDSAY GEE ARTWORK VICTORIA KANN DCT is sponsored in part by the City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs GENERAL SPONSORS The Brian and Lisa Jennings Family The Harold Simmons Foundation The Hersh Foundation Additional Funding and Support Provided By: TEXAS COMMISSION ON THE ARTS GREEN MOUNTAIN ENERGY DCT s official renewable energy partner TICKET SALES ONLY COVER 60% OF THE THEATER EXPERIENCE... YOUR DONATIONS HELP COVER THE REST! Please make a tax deductible donation at dct.org/give or by calling (214) PINKALICIOUS THE MUSICAL September 21 October 21, 2012 BAKER THEATER This musical adaptation of the most sparkling book ever is a celebration of FAMILY and LOVE! When Pinkalicious bites off more than she can chew, it takes a whole lot of bravery to find her true colors again. Its infectious fun has audiences cheering across the country! Bring the whole family! PINKALICIOUS THE MUSICAL Book by Elizabeth Kann & Victoria Kann Music by John Gregor Lyrics by John Gregor, Elizabeth Kann & Victoria Kann Based on the book PINKALICIOUS by Victoria Kann & Elizabeth Kann PINKALICIOUS THE MUSICAL is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), 570 Seventh Avenue, Suite 2100, New York, NY (866) Healthy Living Family, Friendship Growing Up

4 LISA SCHREINER AND LAUREN ROSEN MAINSTAGE PRODUCTION Illustration 2005 by Denise Brunkus, from JUNIE B., FIRST GRADER: JINGLE BELLS, BATMAN SMELLS! (P.S. SO DOES MAY.) by Barbara Park, illustrated by Denise Brunkus. Used by permission of Random House Children s Books, a division of Random House, Inc. BIRTHDAYS ARE AWESOME celebrate at dallas children s theater Our birthday packages include: A Party Greeter A party in your very own private party room. Discounted group rate on tickets to a show. Set up of tables & chairs Sign up on the birthday list at the Box Office and the cast sings Happy Birthday to you in front of the stage before the 2nd Act! For more information, visit or contact Rachel Wells (214) , ext. 165 rachel.wells@dct.org JUNIE B. IN JINGLE BELLS, BATMAN SMELLS! November 16 December 22, 2012 BAKER THEATER Deck the halls! First graders Junie B., Herb, José and the gang are back! Based on the wildly popular book series by Barbara Park, see the world through the eyes of a sassy and impulsive first grader and her schoolmates in this laugh-out-loud holiday production. It s merry mayhem filled with Junie B. joy and glee! JUNIE B. IN JINGLE BELLS, BATMAN SMELLS! Adapted by Allison Gregory Based on the book series by Barbara Park Friendship Conflict Resolution Sharing

5 DCT S NATIONAL TOURING PRODUCTION KATHY BURKS THEATRE OF PUPPETRY ARTS DEBORAH BROWN, B.J. CLEVELAND, BOB HESS, LEE JAMISON, CATHERINE CARPENTER COX MAINSTAGE PRODUCTION USED BY PERMISSION 1989 BY JON SCIESZKA AND LANE SMITH PHOTO BY KAREN ALMOND THE TRUE STORY OF THE 3 LITTLE PIGS June 21 July 14, 2013 BAKER THEATER Adapted from the hilariously popular book by Jon Scieszka & Lane Smith. A. Wolf finally gets to tell his side of the story and YOU determine the ending of the play in this rock Hip-Hop-ity musical that will blow the hair off your chinny chin chin! Hot off its acclaimed national tour. THE TRUE STORY OF THE THREE LITTLE PIGS Book and Lyrics by Robert Kauzlaric Music by Paul Gilvary and William Rush Adapted from the book by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith Original Music for DCT s Production Composed and Arranged by S-Ankh Rasa Parody Conflict Resolution Point of View THE NUTCRACKER November 16 December 23, 2012 STUDIO THEATER Tchaikovsky s holiday masterpiece magically brought to life with dazzling puppetry. Kathy Burks and Company revive their critically acclaimed staging for the intimate Studio Theater. A critic s choice since 1993! Guaranteed to sell-out! Enjoyed by ages 4 and above THE NUTCRACKER Adapted for the stage by B. Wolf Music by P.I. Tchaikovsky Imagination Music Appreciation History

6 A SOUTHWEST PROFESSIONAL PREMIERE BRIAN HATHAWAY AND DEBORAH BROWN MAINSTAGE PRODUCTION GOODNIGHT MOON 1947 by Harper & Row. Text renewed 1975 by Roberta Brown Rauch. Illustrations renewed 1975 by Edith T. Hurd, Clement Hurd, John Thatcher Hurd and George Hellyer, as Trustees of the Edith & Clement Hurd 1982 Trust. Used by permission of HarperCollins Publishers. CLINTON GREENSPAN THE MUSICAL ADVENTURES OF FLAT STANLEY was originally produced by Work Light Productions under license agreement granted by The Trust U/W/O Jeff Brown, Marc Ginsberg, Trustee. Flat Stanley books are published by HarperCollins Children s Books. GOODNIGHT MOON January 25 March 3, 2013 BAKER THEATER One of the most cherished and beloved books of all time! Savor the whimsical and rich world of a child s imagination with stars, air and noises everywhere! This fanciful poem of goodnight wishes comes to life as an extravaganza of enchantment, singing, dancing and puppetry. Enjoyed by ages 4 and above GOODNIGHT MOON Adapted from the book by Margaret Wise Brown and Clement Hurd Book, Music and Lyrics by Chad Henry Imagination Nursery Rhymes Puppetry THE MUSICAL ADVENTURES OF FLAT STANLEY May 10 May 19, 2013 BAKER THEATER You know this guy! Stanley Lambchop is just like everyone else, but one night he makes a wish and it comes true! In a whirlwind musical travelogue, Stanley - the ultimate exchange student - scours the globe to do something the world has never seen before, and learns that heroes come in all shapes and sizes. THE MUSICAL ADVENTURES OF FLAT STANLEY Book by Timothy Allen McDonald Lyrics by Timothy Allen McDonald, Jonathan K. Waller Music by David Weinstein, Jonathan K. Waller Timothy Allen McDonald and Stephen Gabriel Based on the book FLAT STANLEY by Jeff Brown Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY Phone: Fax: Geography Conflict Resolution Travel

7 TEEN SCENE PLAYERS PRESENTS A WORLD PREMIERE BOATS April 19-21, 2013 BAKER THEATER LIMITED ENGAGEMENT! THREE SHOWS ONLY! DIRECT FROM AUSTRALIA, THE INTERNATIONAL SENSATION! Experience classic storytelling up close and personal with Terrapin Puppet Theatre. A unique and highly inventive use of space, objects, sounds and puppetry create the most ingeniously told seafaring adventure ever! Enjoyed by ages 3 and above BOATS Written by Finegan Kruckemeyer Directed by Frank Newman tickets must be purchased in addition to subscription Life Stories Creativity Story Telling TEEN BRAIN: THE MUSICAL February 15 24, 2013 STUDIO THEATER It s Friday in the life of eight young people as they navigate the rough waters of high school. Experience a NEW high-energy musical full of drama, humor, and real-life situations interwoven with the latest discoveries about the mysterious teen brain. Is this your life? Your school? Be a part of one amazing day - TGIF! Enjoyed by ages 12 and above TEEN BRAIN: THE MUSICAL Book by Linda Daugherty Music and Lyrics by Nick Martin tickets must be purchased in addition to subscription Friendship Relationships Decision Making

8 KATHY BURKS THEATRE OF PUPPETRY ARTS RUMPELSTILTSKIN March 8 April 7, 2013 STUDIO THEATER Kathy Burks & Company spin pure gold as they bring this delightful Brothers Grimm tale to life. They ll all live happily ever after if the miller s daughter can only remember that strange little man s name! Filled with music, special effects and suspense! RUMPELSTILTSKIN Adapted for the stage by B. Wolf Fairy Tales Consequences Music & Rhymes A WRINKLE IN TIME March 22 April 14, 2013 BAKER THEATER It s the 50th Anniversary of this Newbery Medal winning, sci-fi classic! Sister Meg, her little brother Charles, and Calvin the most popular boy in school are on a dangerous mission to rescue Meg s father from another planet, and save the universe. An extraordinary, extra-terrestrial adventure across space and time! The Regional Premiere of this new, highly theatrical adaptation! Enjoyed by ages 7 and above A WRINKLE IN TIME By Madeleine L Engle Adapted for the stage by John Glore A WRINKLE IN TIME 1962 by Crosswicks, Ltd. Adventure Family Science Fiction