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A Holiday Family Tradition |*Ideal for Ages Up to 8
Opens Nov. 23 |In the Pritztker Family Studio Theatre @ Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S. Racine
Public Performances |Saturdays & Sundays @ 9:30am & 11:30am
School Schools |Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays @ 10am & 12pm
Run Time |60 minutes

Four adorable Beatrix Potter favorites come to life in this mesmerizing, interactive trunk and puppet show, complete with original music. Storytellers weave Potter’s classic narration with gentle interactive moments, recruiting young watchers to join the adventure. After the show, head to the lobby to play with the puppets, take pictures with the cast, and join fellow Chicago families for a communal holiday party featuring a festive spread of holiday treats! Our stories this year are The Tale of Tom KittenThe Tailor of Gloucester, The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher and The Tale of Peter Rabbit.

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Fall 2024 Classes

Runs Sep 23 - Dec 18, 2024
Join us this Fall and explore our wide selection of unique weekly classes for theatre novices, accomplished performers, and everyone in-between. Led by experienced and enthusiastic teaching artists, our classes help students gain confidence, develop their artistic voices, and build lasting friendships. Financial Aid is available!

Mark your calendars for Chicago Children’s Theatre’s P.O.P. Gala (11/15/24 at the City Winery). Better yet, secure your sponsorship level or purchase your tickets today. Space is limited, fun-to-be-had, recognition and perks included.

P.O.P. (Power of Play) Gala for Chicago Children’s Theatre 2024

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Education Programs

Winter Break Camps

Each Winter, Spring, and Summer, Chicago Children’s Theatre offers a variety of one and two week-long camp experiences for children ages 5–13.

Winter/Spring Classes

Chicago Children’s Theatre offers a wide selection of unique weekly classes for children of all ages and experience levels.

School’s Out Day Camps

During CPS non-attendance days for students, Chicago Children’s Theatre offers affordable, high energy day camps for children grades K-5.

Show Time Ensemble

Show Time Ensemble is a selective program for students in Grades 6-8 looking to take their performance skills to the next level. Ensemble members will learn advanced acting techniques before…

Our Community

Since our formation in 2004, Chicago Children’s Theatre has served more than half-a-million students and families with innovative productions, classes, and camps, including groundbreaking programming for children on the autism…

Education Programs Overview

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