SEASON SPECIAL

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMASby Charles M. Schulz Based on the television special by Bill Melendez and Lee MendelsonStage Adaptation by Eric Schaeffer By Special Arrangement with Arthur Whitelaw and Ruby Persson

November 18 – December 21, 2016Recommended for ages 5 and upChristmas time is here, and we’re fortunate that it brings Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, Snoopy, and the rest of the Peanuts gang to DCT! Charles Schulz’s classic animated television special comes to life as you’ve never seen before. The young and the young at heart will be tapping their toes and oohing and ahhing as the live combo band surrounds the audience in a magical, memorable holiday spectacle. Make sure you’re front and center as Charlie Brown and his friends discover the real meaning of Christmas!

LONE STAR CIRCUS'®

LA FÊTE!December 27, 2016 – January 1, 2017Recommended for all agesThat’s right...It’s a Party! Celebrate the tenth anniversary of Dallas’ very own Lone Star Circus. Be among the first to see this all-new merry circus celebration complete with a joyous, awe-inspiring congregation of extraordinary circus acts from all over the planet — including Dallas, Texas! You’ll spot breathtaking acrobats, awesome aerialists, amazing equilibrists, unbelievable jugglers, endearing four-legged performers, and of course, hilarious clowns. It’s a traditional medley of music and poetry paired with feats of strength, daring, and agility. Come to the party, celebrate 10 years of Lone Star Circus, and be blown away!

JUNIE B. JONES IS NOT A CROOKby Allison Gregorybased on the books Junie B. Jones Is Not a Crook and Junie B. Jones Loves Handsome Warren by Barbara Park

January 20 – February 26, 2017Recommended for ages 5 and upThe world’s funniest kid is back! Junie B. Jones is ecstatic about her new black furry mittens that Grampa Frank Miller bought for her — until someone steals them! Those rotten thieves. When she finds a cool pen on the school floor, her own sense of right and wrong is tested. Junie B. stars in this comical tale that promises a good laugh…and a great life lesson.

AN ALL-NEW OPENING SEASON MUST-SEE AT DCT!… (But, we can’t tell you yet.)September 16 – October 23, 2016Recommended for ages 5 and up

We know something that you don’t; not yet, but that doesn’t mean you won’t. A fantastical musical with a kangaroo; you never know what you’ll see....or Who. We have a faithful Horton to save the day and a crazy bird that runs away. From a Dr. who talked in perfect rhyme, we’ll reveal the title, in good time. This is just a little tease for a show we know is sure to please. So go ahead and make the buy; for on May 9th, you’ll understand why.

TEEN SCENE PLAYERS PRESENT

DRACULA: THE VAMPIRE PLAYBy Hamilton Deane and John L. Balderston From Bram Stoker’s novel

October 14 – October 29, 2016Recommended for ages 12 and upSatisfy your cravings for thrill and terror with the original vampire story! Fans of shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and The Vampire Diaries will want to see how the mania began back when Count Dracula moved to England in his mad quest for fresh blood and a bride. Chilling adventure lurks in the fog....just in time for Halloween!

KATHY BURKS THEATRE OF PUPPETRY ARTS’

THE NUTCRACKERMusic by Peter Ilyich TchaikovskyAdapted for the stage by B. Wolf

November 18 – December 21, 2016Recommended for ages 4 and upNo holiday season is complete without Tchaikovsky's THE NUTCRACKER! This unique and acclaimed puppet interpretation brings the classic story to life with innovative passion and artistry. According to The Dallas Morning News, this NUTCRACKER "...out-Fantasia’s Walt Disney's classic film." DFW audiences love holiday traditions, and that is why 2016 marks 20 years of this most requested title. It’s a perfect introduction to classical music, so make a date to bring your children!

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BLUEBy Annie Cusick Wood

April 21 – May 7, 2017Recommended for squirmy toddlers and their familiesAn all-new show that is perfect for short attention spans and the wee ones! This is a simple story of what happens one day when color comes into your life. Pale Blue and Inky Blue are happy in…well, their blueness. When a red flower enters the picture, Pale and Inky AND the audience are surprised by their reaction. If you liked BALLOONACY, you’ll love this gentle play that introduces the idea of tolerance and understanding in an age-appropriate and soft-hearted theatrical experience. BLUE is filled with lots of fun, humor and whimsy, and at the end of the show, you will be too!

ROALD DAHL’S

JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACHAdapted by David Wood

May 5 – May 27, 2017Recommended for ages 5 and upYoung James Henry Trotter’s resilience is tested when he is sent off to live with his mean aunts, Spiker and Sponge, after a chain of unfortunate incidents. Life is no fun at all there until he accidentally spills some tiny green things on a tree, and…voilà, a giant peach! When James and his new oversized friends — Grasshopper, Centipede, Ladybug, Earthworm, and Spider — snip the stem of the peach, the quest for happiness and great adventure lands them in New York City and at the center of attention. Of its premiere one reporter wrote, “Move heaven and earth to see this wonderful adaptation!”

DCT’S NATIONAL TOURING PRODUCTIONJOHN STEPTOE’S

MUFARO’S BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTERS: AN AFRICAN TALEAdapted for the stage by Karen AbbottMusic and Lyrics by S-Ankh Rasa

June 23 – July 9, 2017Recommended for ages 5 and upThe beautiful Zimbabwe-based Cinderella tale returns! An African villager named Mufaro has two daughters whom everyone agrees are beautiful. But, they have their differences. Manyara possesses a bad temper and is self-centered (but never in front of Mufaro); Nyasha is kind and considerate to people and to animals. When Mufaro learns that the King is in the process of meeting all of the most worthy and beautiful women in order to choose a wife, he decides that both of his daughters should go. Celebrate goodness, generosity, and love with traditional dancing, rhythmic drumming, and glorious African song. Based on the 1988 Caldecott Honor Award book.

TEEN SCENE PLAYERS PRESENT

EAT (It’s Not About Food)By Linda Daugherty

February 10 – February 19, 2017Recommended for ages 12 and upEAT (It’s Not About Food) dramatizes and decodes the baffling world of eating disorders in boys and girls through a series of scenes ranging from realistic to satirical to humorous. Candidly exploring causes and warning signs, playwright Linda Daugherty takes a hard look at how society and the media influence self-identity. In EAT (It’s Not About Food), we see individual stories of young people struggling with this epidemic, and all too often tragic problem. Follow the difficult journey of 14-year-old Amy, whose struggle to recover from an eating disorder leads to hospitalization, affecting her family and friends. Join us and experts from the Dallas community in a post-show discussion about ways to help our young people deal with these very real challenges.

KATHY BURKS THEATRE OF PUPPETRY ARTS’

JACK AND THE BEANSTALKAdaptation, Original Songs & Lyrics by B. Wolf

March 3 – March 26, 2017Recommended for ages 4 and upWith great music and unexpected humor, Kathy Burks’ troupe brings to life the age-old fairy tale of a young hero’s extraordinary climb up a magical beanstalk to seek his fortune and save his family from ruin. Along the way, Jack encounters help from the Man in the Moon, a talking hen, a kindly servant, and a few other surprising characters. When he comes face to face with a fiendish giant, Jack must use his wits to escape the colossal villain's castle in the clouds. Fee, Fi, Fo, Fum!

TOMÁS AND THE LIBRARY LADYby Pat MoraAdapted for the stage by José Cruz González

March 24 – April 2, 2017Recommended for ages 7 and upAn inspiring true tale of how reading and stories help us all escape. This beautiful bilingual play follows the life of young Tomás and his family, who are migrant workers who move constantly to find new work picking farmers’ crops. But one summer, Tomás visits a local public library and soon discovers worlds filled with dinosaurs and tigers — and a great new friend in the "Library Lady." While helping Tomás improve his English by reading many new and exciting stories, the librarian fosters his newfound interest in learning and teaches him the importance of a good education.

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EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS FORSEASON TICKET HOLDERSBy getting season tickets to DCT, you help support quality family entertainment. In return, you are rewarded with great theater at the very best prices! Plus, there are special benefits only available to DCT season ticket holders:

• Savings of up to 35% OFF regular ticket prices• Reserved section and priority seating• First choice in performance dates• Advance purchasing of single tickets• Option to purchase single tickets at discounted rates, including up to 30% discount on holiday shows & musicals*• No waiting in long box office lines• One FREE ticket exchange for each show in your play package• Advance notice of special events• And finally ... CONVENIENCE! * Season Add-ons excluded

Add to your season ticketpurchase today!

Saturday,Sept. 17 3-5:30PM

Following the 1:30PMperformance of AN ALL-NEW

OPENING SEASON MUST-SEE AT DCT!...

(But, we can’t tell you yet.)

Tickets for the party only are $60 per person. Show tickets must be purchased separately.Proceeds benefit DCT's Student Matinee Performance Series

HONOR YOUR CHILD!

DETAILS ABOUT RESERVED SECTION SEATINGWhen you select a play package, you will also choose a seating section. Your tickets for all your chosen plays will be in that section. When you choose a seating section, you are guaranteed seats in that section for each of the performances

you choose. Individual seats in your chosen section are not reserved but are provided on a first come, first served basis.

(DCT reserves the right to sell any and all seats that are empty at curtain time.)

BAKER THEATER

SECTION A

SECTION B

STUDIO THEATER

SECTION B

SECTION A

ADDITIONAL TICKET DISCOUNTFOR SEASON TICKET HOLDERSSeason Subscribers enjoy exclusive discounts on additional tickets to DCT shows. What a great opportunity to invite friends and family along to enjoy the theater experience!

Section A - $22 Section B - $17*All Shows/All AgesFree Lap Passes for season ticket holders - Children under 3DCT does not encourage the attendance of children under 3 years of age unless otherwise noted.* Different prices apply to Season Add-ons.

SEASON TICKET INFORMATION AVAILABLE AT DCT.ORG OR CALL (214) 740-0051

Dallas Children’s Theater is pleased to offer our patrons and friends the opportunity to dedicate a performance. Your dedication is a wonderful way to commemorate a child’s birthday, accomplishment, or just show them they are special.

Your gift of $250 will not only provide a wonderful memory for your child, but will also support DCT’s mission to bring the magic of live theater to ALL children.

For more information, contactMichael Gonzales / michael.gonzales@dct.org (214) 978-0110 ext. 142

IMAGE CREDITS:CHARLIE BROWN - Peanuts © 2015 Peanuts Worldwide LLC. All Rights Reserved. JUNIE B. JONES IS NOT A CROOK - Illustration used by permission.TOMÁS AND THE LIBRARY LADY - Illustrations by Raul Colón, copyright © 1997 by Raul Colón; from Tomás and the Library Lady by Pat Mora. Used by permission of Alfred A. Knopf, an imprint of Random House Children's Books, a division of Penguin Random House LLC. All rights reserved.MUFARO'S BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTERS: AN AFRICAN TALE - Artwork from Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters: An African Tale Copyright © 1987 by John Steptoe. Use licensed by the estate of John Steptoe.All other images © 2016 Dallas Children's Theater

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$ ___________ Package Price (from ➊) x ____________ Number of season ticket holders= $ ___________ SUBTOTAL of season ticket costs+ $ ___________ Additional Tickets (from ➌)+ $ ___________ Total for TEEN SCENE (from ➍)+ $ ___________ Total for CIrCUS (from ➍)+ $ ___________ Total for BLUE (from ➍)+ $ ___________ Total for THE WHO? PArTY (from ➍)+ $ ___________ Handling Fee - rEQUIrED+ $ ___________ Tax-Deductible Donation*

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*Please consider a $50 donation to help DCT continue to bring literature to life. Your donations help DCT provide thousands of FREE and significantly reduced tickets to children and families who might not otherwise have the chance to experience live theater.

Please make checks payable to Dallas Children’s Theater.Please note - all plays, dates, times, and locations are subject to change. No refunds or exchanges. All sales final.

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5 PLAY PACKAGE ❍ Section A Seating - $110 (EArLY BIrD $105) ❍ Section B Seating - $85 (EArLY BIrD $80)

➊ PICK YOUR PACKAGE & SEATING SECTION

Friday - 7:30 pm Saturday - 1:30 pm Saturday - 4:30 pm Sunday - 1:30 pm Sunday - 4:30 pm

➋ PICK DAY & TIME*Seating chart on previous page for your reference. *Season ticket holders receive 1 FREE exchange for each show

in your play package.

➌ PICK YOUR PLAYS *Additional tickets for season ticket holders are $22 in Section A, $17 in Section B.

OPENING SEASON MUST-SEE September 16 – October 23, 2016 Ages 5 and up ____________Additional Tickets

KATHY BURKS THEATRE OF PUPPETRY ARTS’ THE NUTCRACKER November 18 – December 21, 2016 Ages 4 and up ____________Additional Tickets

A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS November 18 – December 21, 2016 Ages 5 and up ____________Additional Tickets

JUNIE B. JONES IS NOT A CROOK January 20 – February 26, 2017 Ages 5 and up ___________ Additional Tickets

4 PLAY PACKAGE ❍ Section A Seating - $88 (EArLY BIrD $84) ❍ Section B Seating - $68 (EArLY BIrD $64)

8 PLAY PACKAGE - BEST BUY!! ❍ Section A Seating - $160 (EArLY BIrD $152) ❍ Section B Seating - $120 (EArLY BIrD $112)

6 PLAY PACKAGE ❍ Section A Seating - $126 (EArLY BIrD $120) ❍ Section B Seating - $96 (EArLY BIrD $90)

ADDITIONAL TICKET TOTALS: ___________ Number of Additional Tickets x $22 (Section A ) or $17 (Section B) = $____________________

KATHY BURKS THEATRE OF PUPPETRY ARTS’ JACK AND THE BEANSTALK March 3 – March 26, 2017 Ages 4 and up ____________Additional Tickets

TOMÁS AND THE LIBRARY LADY March 24 – April 2, 2017 Ages 7 and up ____________Additional Tickets

SEASON OPENER: 9/25/16, 4:30PMDRACULA: 10/23/16, 1:30PMTHE NUTCRACKER: 12/4/16, 4:30PM CHARLIE BROWN: 11/27/16, 4:30PM

DCT offers ASL interpretation at the following performances:

TEEN SCENE PLAYERS PRESENT DRACULA: THE VAMPIRE PLAY October 14 – 29, 2016 • Ages 12 and up______________ Number of Tickets @ $14/ticket

EAT (It’s Not About Food) February 10 – 19, 2017 • Ages 12 and up______________ Number of Tickets @ $14/ticket

$ ____________ Total for TEEN SCENE

➍ ADD SEASON SPECIALS *Special Non Season Ticket

ROALD DAHL'S JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH May 5 – May 27, 2017 Ages 5 and up ____________Additional Tickets

DCT’S NATIONAL TOURING PRODUCTION JOHN STEPTOE’S MUFARO’S BEAUTIFUL DAUGHTERS: AN AFRICAN TALE June 23 – July 9, 2017 Ages 5 and up ____________Additional Tickets

JUNIE B. JONES: 1/29/17, 4:30PMEAT: 2/19/17, 1:30PMJACK: 3/12/17, 4:30PMTOMÁS: 4/2/17, 4:30PM

BLUE: 4/30/17, 4:30PMJAMES: 5/14/17, 4:30PMMUFARO: 7/9/17, 4:30PM

Number of Tickets:______ Adult(s) - Sect. A - $36______ Youth(s) - Sect. A - $20

______ Adult(s) - Sect. B - $28______ Youth(s) - Sect. B - $16

$ ____________ Total for CIRCUS

Select your Performance: Tue., 12/27 - 7:30PM Wed., 12/28 - 1:30PM Thurs., 12/29 - 1:30PM Thurs., 12/29 - 5:30PM Fri., 12/30 - 1:30PM

LONE STAR CIRCUS'® LA FÊTE! December 27, 2016 – January 1, 2017 • All Ages

Fri., 12/30 - 7:30PM Sat., 12/31 - 1:30PM Sat., 12/31 - 5:30PM Sun., 1/1 - 1:30PM Sun., 1/1 - 5:30PM

THE WHO? PARTY Saturday, September 17, 2016______________ Number of Tickets @ $60/ticket

$ ____________ Total for THE WHO? PARTY

BLUE April 21 – May 7, 2017 • All ages______________ Number of Tickets @ $14/ticket

$ ____________ Total for BLUE