A World Premiere Bilingual Musical |*Ideal for All Ages
Opens March 16 |In the Pritzker 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 |75 minutes (subject to change)
Runs Mar 16 – May 18, 2025
Come along with these delightful dogs as they drive, swim, play baseball and make their way to the big dog party — all in a lively blend of English and Spanish. Like a pop-up book that comes to life, GO DOG GO! • VE PERRO ¡VE!is a heart-warming spectacle of music, color, language and delight, appealing to all ages.
Give a furry friend a special treat with help from our partners at Felines & Canines! Before performances of GO DOG GO! • VE PERRO ¡VE! on 3/29 and 3/30, F&C staff will help you craft a fun braided dog toy to support their sweet shelter animals. F&C will also be accepting various cleaning supplies and animal supplies* in a donation drive.
*Cleaning Supplies – Lysol, bleach, laundry detergent, antibacterial dish soap and paper towels. Animal Supplies (please note all food needs to be unopened) – Fleece blankets, cat & dog toys, wet & dry cat food, wet & dry dog food.
CREDITS
CREATIVE STAFF
Adapted for the stage byAllison Gregory & Steven Dietz
Music Composed byMichael Koerner
Spanish translations byAna Maria Campoy
Based on the classic book byP.D. Eastman
Directed bySteven Dietz
Choreographed bySonya Madrigal
Based on the original choreography byAllison Gregory
Music Direction byRob Witmer
Chicago Props Design & Scenic Assistance byLonnae Hickman
Original Scenic Design byMichael Sommers
Costume Design byJazmin Aurora Medina
Lighting Design byJason Lynch**
CAST
Melanie Brezill*Hattie (through 5/3/25)
Tony Carter*Red Dog, Dance Captain, Understudy – MC Dog
Jean Claudio*MC Dog
Jalbelly GuzmánGreen Dog
Nathan HunterAccordionist (3/24/25 – 5/18/25)
Sonya MadrigalHattie (5/4/25 – 5/18/25)
Maria Clara OspinaBlue Dog
Shawn Pfautsch*Yellow Dog
Rob WitmerAccordionist (3/15/25 – 3/23/25)
Understudy – Red DogColum Goebelbecker
Understudy – Yellow DogJeff Gougis
Understudy – MusicianMeghan Kessel
Understudy – Blue DogMadison Jaffe-Richter
Understudy – Green DogChloe Rodriques
Understudy – HattieCarter Sherman
STAGE MANAGEMENT STAFF
Production Stage ManagerHarper Crewse*
Assistant Stage ManagerAnastar Alvarez*
Assistant Stage ManagerGianni Carcagno
Assistant Stage Manager / Run Crew CoverMolly Fryda
PRODUCTION STAFF
Assistant Props DesignerMolly May
Associate Lighting DesignerKaren Wallace
CCT PRODUCTION STAFF
Director of ProductionWill Bishop
Production SupervisorSpencer Meeks
Scenic SupervisorChas Mathieu
Scenic Construction & Props bySeattle Children’s Theatre Scenic
Additional Scenic Construction byLookingglass Theatre Scenic
Assistant Lighting Supervisor and Spot OperatorBrendan Marble
Spot Operator CoverLena Aubrey
Sound Supervisor / A1Matt Reich
Assistant Sound Supervisor / A2 / Run CrewHannah Kwak
*Denotes member of Actors’ Equity – Professional Union for Actors and Stage
**Denotes member of United Scenic Artists, Local USA 829 of the IATSE
***Denotes member of Stage Directors and Choreographers Society
Note on Lap Seat Tickets
-Lap seat tickets for children 18 months and under are available for $12.75 per show
-Lap seat tickets must be reserved by calling Guest Services ahead of time at (312) 374-8835, or can be purchased at the box office the day of show.
* This production is suitable for all ages – toddlers, children, and teens, but best suited for the recommendation above. However, you know your kids best! We trust your discretion while attending Chicago Children’s Theatre shows.
