Shows
Based on book by Chelsea Clinton and Illustrated by Alexandra Boiger
Script and Lyrics by Adam Tobin
Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma
Directed by Mary Hall Surface
Fourth-grader Naomi’s field trip to a Women’s History Museum turns into a time travel adventure where she encounters inspirational women who have overcome barriers and made waves throughout U.S. history. From activists to athletes, artists and more, the musical features the stories of female trailblazers such as Harriet Tubman, Virginia Apgar, Ruby Bridges, Sally Ride, Florence Griffith Joyner, and Sonia Sotomayor.
This show is appropriate for all ages, but may be best enjoyed by students familiar with the concept of school and field trips.
This show uses strobe and flashing lights as visual effects. Please be advised that people with photo sensitivity may be affected.
The cast album consists of 12 songs from the 1-hour production including:
1. Perfect/Not
2. They Changed The World
3. Perfect/Not Reprise
4. Another Solution (Sonia Sotomayor)
5. That’s The Score! (Dr. Virginia Apgar)
6. Hope (Harriet Tubman)
7. Another Solution Reprise (Sonia Sotomayor)
8. Run My Race (Florence Griffith Joyner)
9. Isn’t It Cool (Sally Ride)
10. Walk On (Ruby Bridges)
11. Perfect/Not Reprise II
12. Walk On Finale
Join us on November 2nd at 12:30 p.m. as Illustrator Alexandra Boiger signs She Persisted books for families. Grab a copy at the box office (post show for the 11am and pre-show for the 2pm) and get yours signed!
Group sale tickets are available at reduced rates! Please call 301-634-2270 for more information or to book a group of 10 or more. Remember to leave us your name and telephone number as well as your troop number and the number of patches you will need. Patches are complimentary for girl scout groups of 10 or more ticketed patrons which can include adults.
Pro Tip! If you have a group of fewer than 10, consider a Flexpass.
November 17, 2023- January 7, 2024
In a two-person version of the classic tale, Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy discover a secret portal to a magical world called Narnia. With an evil White Witch ruling the kingdom, can Lucy, her new friend Mr. Tumnus, and her family band together to save this land from the eternal winter?
September 20- October 26, 2023
With charm, wit, and heart, You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown explores life’s big questions through the eyes of the Peanuts gang as they play baseball, fly kites, struggle with homework, swoon over crushes, and celebrate the joys of friendship. Growing up is serious business!
September 20–October 27, 2019
The award-winning, best-selling children’s books jump from the page to stage as a musical experience you won’t forget! Gerald and Piggie are “bestus” friends, with Gerald taking care of all the worrying and Piggie living her best life. Piggie’s even happier and more excited than usual. They’re going to a party hosted by the Squirrelles! And so begins a day when anything is possible.
February 14–March 15, 2020
This beautiful show follows the character of Peter and his friend Archie around the neighborhood in four of Ezra Jack Keats’ beloved tales, The Snowy Day, Whistle for Willie, Goggles!, and A Letter to Amy. Renowned for his tender personality, the character of Peter faces relatable everyday challenges to which children of all ages will find delightfully entertaining.
Get information about our accessible seating options and sensory-friendly and ASL interpreted public performances.
Save an average of $72 on tickets and fees! A Flexpass is a book of 10 pre-purchased discount tickets to see any production on any date you choose.
Artistic Director
Kurt Boehm
Managing Director
Sarah Chapin
Adventure Theatre Inc. is a Registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
EIN: 52-6054621
7300 MacArthur Blvd / Glen Echo, MD 20812
P: 301.634.2270
837 D Rockville Pike / Rockville, MD 20852
P: 301.251.5766
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